This week’s News and announcements include:
Chapel Seeks Volunteers
Chapel Distributes Food Donations
Barracks Town Hall Announcement
Special OSHA Training Offering
UPDATE Local Units Leadership Changes
Lost and Found Items
Chapel Support Services and Programs
Budget for Baby Class
Visiting Nurse Services
NEW Approved Outages and Closures
NEW MCCS Weekly Happenings
Reminder | Respect Daily Colors Customs
Prevent Heat Injuries
Cybersecurity Awareness
Eagle Eyes: Watch • Report • Protect
Volunteers Needed: Food Distribution Setup
The Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point Chapel is preparing to collect more than 8,000 nonperishable food items donated by and for the military community. The chaplain is seeking 80 volunteers to help organize the items from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday, Aug. 18. The volunteers will be divided into two-hour shifts across the timeframe. Contact the Chapel at 252-466-4000 or email chpt.chapel.smb@usmc.mil.
Free, Non-perishable Goods Distribution at Chapel
The Cherry Point Chapel will distribute donated non-perishable food and goods from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Aug. 19-20. The first day is reserved for distributions to families of E-5 and below. The following day will be open to all for any items that remain. The donations are available at part of the “Feds Feed Families” campaign and donation made at the MCX. Contact the Chapel for more information at 252-466-4000.
Advisory | Unauthorized Parking, Storage of Automobiles, Boats, and Trailers
In multiple parking lots around the installation, law enforcement officials have observed numerous cases of unauthorized parking or storing of vehicles, specifically inoperative or unregistered automobiles, boats, and trailers. Now in attention for enforcement are the parking lots at the Devil Dog Inn (Bachelor Enlisted Quarters), Cherry Point Public House, HITT Center, and Hancock Lodge, along 2nd Avenue, and C Street; yet violations in any lot on the installation are subject to enforcement. Owners are advised that action to clear the lots of the of illegally parked vehicles will get underway in a week’s time. According to Air Station Order 5560.7B (Chapters 8 &11), vehicles in found in violation are subject to towing or impoundment at the expense of the owner. This all-hands message should be viewed as an attempt to get in touch with vehicle owners to avoid towing or impoundment. A link to ASO 5560.7B, Motor Vehicle Traffic Regulations, is included for convenience: https://www.cherrypoint.marines.mil/Portals/86/Docs/Cherrypointorders/ASO%205560.7B.pdf?ver=EvJirUSixkv8-jjx2v-B9w%3d%3d.
Barracks Town Hall, Aug. 22
MCAS Cherry Point will host a Barracks Town Hall for ALL E-1 to E-5 service members residing in unaccompanied housing from 2:30-4:30 p.m., Aug. 22 at the Two Rivers Theater and Event Center. The event is aimed at identifying shortfalls and areas for improvement in services offered by the Unaccompanied Housing Department. Topics for discussion will include updates for Barracks 2030, kitchens, and maintenance matters.
Safety Offers OSHA Training
Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point Safety Office is offering an OSHA 30-hour General Industry training opportunity for supervisors and work center leaders from 7:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Sept. 15-19, 2025, at the Jerry Marvel Training and Education Building 4335. To enroll, individuals must email chpt_safety_smb@usmc.mil, by Sept. 11. You will receive an email from Safety confirming your enrollment in the training. Note: 100% attendance is required to receive credit and OSHA training card.
Summer of Change: Local Units See Changes in Leadership
Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point will hold a Change of Command ceremony to farewell Col. Brendan Burks and welcome Col. Timothy Drieslein into the role of commanding officer, at 9 a.m., Aug. 15. The air station community is invited to witness the event that will take place at the Two River Theater and Event Center.
- 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing will hold a Change of Command ceremony to farewell Maj. Gen. Williams Swan and welcome Maj. Gen. Ryan Rideout into the role of commanding general, at 5:30 p.m., Aug. 28.
Lost and Found
The Lost and Found Property program is one of the many services offered by the Crime Prevention Section, Provost Marshal’s Office. If you have lost or misplaced an item somewhere at the air station, you can contact the PMO Lost and Found Custodian at 252-466-7014 to possibly recover lost property. The current inventory includes a wide variety of headphones and ear buds, cell phones, various electronics, keys, children's items, and watches. Inquirers should have the following information: Item’s make/model, serial number, color, identifying marks or characteristics, and where or when it was last seen.
Chapel Support Services and Programs
Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point Chapel/Chaplaincy has a variety of offerings to support military families. Find more information at https://www.cherrypoint.marines.mil/Offices/Chapel/. Sign up with the Chapel at chpt.chapel.smb@usmc.mil, or call 466-4000. Get connected with or inquire about the one that’s right for you:
- Catholic Mass Service (11:45 a.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and First Friday; and 9 a.m., Sunday)
- Liturgical Protestant Service (9 a.m., Sunday), Fellowship Chapel
- Tiny Footprints Forever Support Group (3:30-5 p.m., Aug. 6 or First Wednesday, Monthly) – A support group for pregnancy and infant loss being launched with the assistance of Military Life Family Counselors, is here for devastating loss, offering care, hope, and empowerment, gathering at the Cherry Point Chapel.
- Boxing Fitness Workout (11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Wednesday) – Learn boxing fundamentals, from a NASM certified trainer, to keep fit or get back into shape quickly, build mental toughness and grow in spiritual wellness.
- Together for Life (Aug. 21) – One-day workshop for couples planning to get married or newly married. Gain knowledge and develop skills to have an enduring relationship/partnership. Learn how to diffuse conflicts and communicate effectively with one another with various tools you will gain.
Budget for Baby Class
The next Budget for Baby® classes with open spots is 10 a.m., Oct. 10 & 24. Use the link to register for an upcoming 2025 class: https://forms.office.com/r/5NNRZTYfr7 or call 252-466-2031. Participants will receive a $50 gift card and handmade blanket at the end of the class. Eligible to those expecting or who have had a child within the past six months. The class is open to all ranks.
Visiting Nurse Services
Navy Marine Corps Relief Society offers the services of a free Visiting Nurse, who would be more than available to schedule appointments with expecting parents to do a range of services including home safety assessments and prenatal and postpartum feeding and care. Expecting parents who wish to be seen by the visiting nurse, should contact the NMCRS Office at 252-466-2031 for a referral form.
Approved Outages and Closures
Road Lane Closure:
- From 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Aug. 16, a road lane closure along Phantom Road is required for milling and paving work.
- From 7 a.m., Aug. 18 to 3 p.m. Aug. 28, a lane closure along Roosevelt Boulevard between Buchanan Drive and Truman Road is required to allow the Environmental Affair Department to complete an injection project.
- Aug. 18 will begin the permanent closure of G Street to begin new military construction.
- From 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., a lane closure of the outside southwest lane along Roosevelt Boulevard is required to install the foundation of a new traffic light at the Cunningham Boulevard intersection.
Power Outage:
- From 7-11 a.m., Aug. 16, a power outage is required at Building 1 to commission a new automatic transfer switch.
- From 8-9 a.m., Aug. 16, a power outage is required to check the conductors for the automatic transfer switch replacement.
- From 7-11 a.m., Aug. 17, a power outage is required to complete work with multiple military construction projects. The outage may impact any of the following buildings: 1, 123, 143, 148, 150, 157, 160, 163, 219, 293, 294, 404, 559, 1244, 1794, 1899, 3451, 3672, 3907, 4007, 4033, 4197, 4198, 4199, 4200, 4201, 4279, 4294, 4295, 4296, 4310, 4311, 4312, 4313, 4335, 4397, 4576, 4610, 4867, 4868, and 3672, and Trailers 4834, 6051, 6052, 6053, 6055, 6056, 6057, 6059.
- From 7-11 a.m., Aug. 17, a power outage is required to perform work at Buildings 1702 and 1769.
- From 7-10 a.m., Aug. 19, a power outage at Building 4065 is required to perform related work at the location.
Water Outage:
- From 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Aug. 22, a water outage to tie in a new service line will impact Building 4836.
Ongoing Outages/Closures:
- Since Feb. 11, 2025 through Oct. 28.: Sidewalks along Franklin Road & Woodside Drive – In the interest of safety to pedestrians, the sidewalks bordering the construction work at the location will be closed until completion of military construction project.
- Through April 28, 2028, a parking lot closure at Building 1669 will be in effect to supplement the demolition and reconstruction the facility.
Respect for Daily Colors Customs
Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point leaders remind the community that reveille and retreat, also known as Morning and Evening Colors is a daily, practiced tradition at the air station. During those moments, drivers and pedestrians are reminded to render the proper courtesies to the flag during the time of reveille at 8 a.m. and at retreat around sunset when driving or walking in the vicinity of the mast at Building 1, especially in the absence of a police vehicle. General guidance is, if driving or walking, stop until the final note sounds.
Heat Exhaustion, Heat Stroke. Call 911
Treating heat exhaustion and heat stroke on MCAS Cherry Point begins with calling 911. Emergency Medical Services are the quickest and best response to prevent serious injury or death.
Advisory | Stay Safe Online, Exercise Good Cybersecurity Practices
Malicious cyber actors (MCA) are constantly looking for vulnerabilities to exploit. Your digital footprints can provide MCA with what they need to compromise systems. A digital footprint, also known as a digital shadow, is the trail of data you leave behind every time you interact online. It includes your online activities, device usage, and any information you submit, such as visited websites, sent emails, or completed forms.
Best Practices:
- Refrain from oversharing: Do not post sensitive details like addresses, schedules, or loved one’s names. When malicious posts gain enough clicks, they spread rapidly across platforms, reaching millions of users.
- Pause before clicking: Pause Before Clicking: Avoid clicking on links from untrusted websites, ads, or unknown sources.
- Delete unused accounts: Remove old accounts to reduce your exposure to data breaches.
- Use a virtual private network (VPN): Protect your online activity by using a VPN, especially on public Wi-Fi.
- Enable multi-factor authentication (MFA): Add an extra layer of security to your accounts by requiring a second form of verification.
- Be wary of strangers: Do not accept random friend requests or interact with unknown individuals online. Be aware that some scammers will try to mimic people you know.
- Be wary of third-party applications: Avoid enabling suspicious apps and limit the information they can access.
- Use strong passwords: Create complex passwords that are hard to guess. Avoid commonly used passwords or keyboard walks. This matrix shows how fast it could take someone to compromise a password, depending on its complexity.
Advisory | Eagle Eyes Saves Lives … WATCH • REPORT • PROTECT
Recent world events remind us of the importance of being alert and vigilant to things happening around us. In any situation, it’s possible that you could be the first line of defense against malicious and harmful attacks on our loved ones, neighbors, and community. It is important that you be prepared to say something if you observe something out of the ordinary. Know what to do or who to call if you see something that’s not right. Call 9-1-1 in the event of an emergency. Report suspicious activity to the local PMO desk at 252-466-3616 / 3617 and Eagle Eyes: https://report.usmceagleeyes.org/eagleeyes/en/CreateReport/PersonReporting
MCCS Weekly Happenings
Follow MCCS at (https://www.facebook.com/mccschpt/) for more information and updates and to stay connected. This week’s updates include:
- There will be three showings of Smurfs at the Two Rivers Theater & Event Center, Friday-Sunday. Specialty items and kiddie combos to be offered at the concession stand. | More >
- Bring the family to the Marine Dome for an evening of fitness Tuesday, Aug. 19. | More >
- Our free summer movie series concludes with “A Minecraft Movie” Wednesday afternoon, Aug. 20. | More >
- Try your luck at bingo at the Public House Wednesday, Aug. 20. | More >
- Take in a free sensory-friendly showing of “DC League of Super-Pets” Wednesday evening, Aug. 20. | More >
- Learn more about our Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Thursday, Aug. 21. | More >
- Free and open to active duty only, the Cherry Point Powerlifting Meet happens Aug. 22 at the Marine Dome. | More >
- Before and after school care will be available at the Cherry Tree House beginning Aug. 25. | More >
- Ready for some football? Intramural flag football season kicks off Sept. 8. Team letters of intent (LOI) are due by Aug. 26. | More >
- Stroll through inspiring, lush gardens, then stick around for the fun at Carolina Home & Garden Sept. 6. | More >
- Start Smart football for kids ages 3-5 gets underway Sept. 8. | More >
- The Mainside Manta Rays adult swim club launches its next session beginning Sept. 14. | More >
- In honor of the Marine Corps’ 250th birthday, the Semper Fi 2.50 Unit Challenge happens Sept. 26. The event is open to the first 20 units to sign up. | More >
- Check out our full calendar of events. | More >
MCCS Events and Activities