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U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Leon Nevins (left), an explosive ordnance technician assigned to Marine Wing Support Squadron 271, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, pulls debris out of the ground at Bombing Target 11 (BT-11), North Carolina, April 13, 2022. Marines swept target areas to locate, identify, and remove all ordnance that no longer possess explosive hazards from BT-11 and handed over certified materials to Cherry Targets for proper disposal. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Leon Nevins (left), an explosive ordnance technician assigned to Marine Wing Support Squadron 271, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, pulls debris out of the ground at Bombing Target 11 (BT-11), North Carolina, April 13, 2022. Marines swept target areas to locate, identify, and remove all ordnance that no longer possess explosive hazards from BT-11 and handed over certified materials to Cherry Targets for proper disposal. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker

Students of Brinson Memorial Elementary School watch as U.S. Marines from the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band perform at Brinson Memorial Elementary School, New Bern, North Carolina, April 13, 2022. The 2nd MAW Band gave a music clinic to the students in order to educate them on the different instruments and performed various music pieces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Christian J. Lopez)

Students of Brinson Memorial Elementary School watch as U.S. Marines from the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band perform at Brinson Memorial Elementary School, New Bern, North Carolina, April 13, 2022. The 2nd MAW Band gave a music clinic to the students in order to educate them on the different instruments and performed various music pieces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Christian J. Lopez)

Photo by Sgt. Christian Lopez

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Joshua Hattendorf with Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting, Headquarters & Headquarters Squadron, monitors one of the engines being tested on the Mobile Aircraft Fire Training Device (MAFTD) during training at Albert J. Ellis Airport, Jacksonville, North Carolina, on April 7, 2022. The MAFTD enabled Albert J. Ellis Airport Fire Rescue to conduct their Support 2022 Federal Aviation Administration Tri-Annual Airport Emergency Plan Exercise. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke)

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Joshua Hattendorf with Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting, Headquarters & Headquarters Squadron, monitors one of the engines being tested on the Mobile Aircraft Fire Training Device (MAFTD) during training at Albert J. Ellis Airport, Jacksonville, North Carolina, on April 7, 2022. The MAFTD enabled Albert J. Ellis Airport Fire Rescue to conduct their Support 2022 Federal Aviation Administration Tri-Annual Airport Emergency Plan Exercise. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke)

Photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Mikel Huber, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point (MCAS) commanding officer, speaks to members of the MCAS Cherry Point Emergency Dispatch Office during an award presentation at MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, April 12, 2022. Eight employees from the office were presented Occupational Safety and Health Administration Voluntary Protection Program coins. The members awarded were recognized for their commitment to duty and the safety of the Cherry Point community throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Mikel Huber, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point (MCAS) commanding officer, speaks to members of the MCAS Cherry Point Emergency Dispatch Office during an award presentation at MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, April 12, 2022. Eight employees from the office were presented Occupational Safety and Health Administration Voluntary Protection Program coins. The members awarded were recognized for their commitment to duty and the safety of the Cherry Point community throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram

U.S. Army Spc. ZaQuan Hunter, an animal care specialist assigned to Public Health Activity, Fort Bragg, detached to Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, prepares a vaccine for a dog at the Cherry Point Veterinary Treatment Facility, MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, April 7, 2022. The Cherry Point Veterinary Treatment Facility provides preventative medicine and regular health check-ups for military working dogs and personally owned pets for active-duty and reserve members, veterans and their dependents. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

U.S. Army Spc. ZaQuan Hunter, an animal care specialist assigned to Public Health Activity, Fort Bragg, detached to Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, prepares a vaccine for a dog at the Cherry Point Veterinary Treatment Facility, MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, April 7, 2022. The Cherry Point Veterinary Treatment Facility provides preventative medicine and regular health check-ups for military working dogs and personally owned pets for active-duty and reserve members, veterans and their dependents. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker

Col. Mikel Huber, commanding officer of Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, delivers opening remarks to SAPR 5K participants on April 8, 2022. The race, which this year included a wellness fair, brought awareness to the occurrence of sexual assault and resources and education for its prevention.

Col. Mikel Huber, commanding officer of Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, delivers opening remarks to SAPR 5K participants on April 8, 2022. The race, which this year included a wellness fair, brought awareness to the occurrence of sexual assault and resources and education for its prevention.

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Daniel Brown

Siblings Sophie and Evan play with bubbles during a Family Fishing Day hosted by the Carteret County Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee (MAC) at Oceana Fishing Pier, Atlantic Beach, North Carolina, April 2, 2022. The MAC hosted this event to thank military personnel and their families for their service. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

Siblings Sophie and Evan play with bubbles during a Family Fishing Day hosted by the Carteret County Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee (MAC) at Oceana Fishing Pier, Atlantic Beach, North Carolina, April 2, 2022. The MAC hosted this event to thank military personnel and their families for their service. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker

U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Rycen Yaban is a Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT) student, serves as class leader for two intermediate level avionics classes at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina, March 30, 2022. Yaban was quickly assigned class leader for her initiative and attention to detail. (U.S. Marine Corps photo illustration by Lance Cpl. Aliannah T. Bartok)

U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Rycen Yaban is a Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT) student, serves as class leader for two intermediate level avionics classes at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina, March 30, 2022. Yaban was quickly assigned class leader for her initiative and attention to detail. (U.S. Marine Corps photo illustration by Lance Cpl. Aliannah T. Bartok)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Aliannah Bartok

Gary Baldree, a volunteer at the Pig Pickin’ cuts into a roasted pig at Hancock Lodge, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, March 29, 2022. Every spring and fall the Havelock Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee (MAC) puts together a Pig Pickin’ to welcome Marines stationed at MCAS Cherry Point to the community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

Gary Baldree, a volunteer at the Pig Pickin’ cuts into a roasted pig at Hancock Lodge, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, March 29, 2022. Every spring and fall the Havelock Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee (MAC) puts together a Pig Pickin’ to welcome Marines stationed at MCAS Cherry Point to the community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker

The National Montford Point Marines Association (NMPMA) Chapter 36 discusses the legacy of the Montford Point Marines at Two Rivers Theater, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, March 24, 2022. NMPMA Chapter 36 held a discussion on Montford Point and its Marines. The NMPMA is a nonprofit veteran's organization, committed to carrying on the legacy of the Montford Point Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

The National Montford Point Marines Association (NMPMA) Chapter 36 discusses the legacy of the Montford Point Marines at Two Rivers Theater, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, March 24, 2022. NMPMA Chapter 36 held a discussion on Montford Point and its Marines. The NMPMA is a nonprofit veteran's organization, committed to carrying on the legacy of the Montford Point Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram

Kristal Humphrey, right, civilian human resources director for Marine Corps Installations (MCI) East, presents a Certificate of Commendation to Jennifer Archer, center, human resources specialist for Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, at an award ceremony at MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, March 15, 2021. Archer was recognized as Civilian of the Year for leading her team’s efforts to negotiate contracts between MCAS Cherry Point and various labor unions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

Kristal Humphrey, right, civilian human resources director for Marine Corps Installations (MCI) East, presents a Certificate of Commendation to Jennifer Archer, center, human resources specialist for Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, at an award ceremony at MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, March 15, 2021. Archer was recognized as Civilian of the Year for leading her team’s efforts to negotiate contracts between MCAS Cherry Point and various labor unions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Sandra Accilien, an administrative specialist assigned to Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 14, front row center left, stands with fellow Marines and members of the New Bern community at a Service Person of the Quarter event at the New Bern Golf and Country Club, North Carolina, March 10, 2022. Accilien was recognized by the New Bern Military Alliance for her positive impact on the local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Sandra Accilien, an administrative specialist assigned to Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 14, front row center left, stands with fellow Marines and members of the New Bern community at a Service Person of the Quarter event at the New Bern Golf and Country Club, North Carolina, March 10, 2022. Accilien was recognized by the New Bern Military Alliance for her positive impact on the local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker

The Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP), and its trained staff, is a resource designed to meet the special medical and educational needs of active duty family members. Educational training and monthly social groups are organized to give family members the opportunity to learn from others who face similar challenges, and an access to a vast network of local, state, and national resources. You can contact EFMP at (252) 466-7533, or by visiting building 232 Monday thru Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Aliannah T. Bartok)

The Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP), and its trained staff, is a resource designed to meet the special medical and educational needs of active duty family members. Educational training and monthly social groups are organized to give family members the opportunity to learn from others who face similar challenges, and an access to a vast network of local, state, and national resources. You can contact EFMP at (252) 466-7533, or by visiting building 232 Monday thru Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Aliannah T. Bartok)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Aliannah Bartok

Leaders of Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point and Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point gathered to make donations to the Active Duty Fund Drive held by the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) at MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, Feb. 28, 2022. Last year, the NMCRS was able to provide more than $907,000 in interest-free loans and outright grants to meet needs of active duty and retired Marines, Sailors and their families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

Leaders of Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point and Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point gathered to make donations to the Active Duty Fund Drive held by the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) at MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, Feb. 28, 2022. Last year, the NMCRS was able to provide more than $907,000 in interest-free loans and outright grants to meet needs of active duty and retired Marines, Sailors and their families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Chosnel Raymond, logistics officer with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 271, speaks to his Marines while conducting a joint training exercise with Sailors assigned to the Navy Boat Docks on Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Feb. 17, 2022. The Marines of MWSS-271 conducted this exercise in order to test their redesigned internal structure according to the Commandant of the Marine Corps' Force Design 2030. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance. Cpl Noah Braswell)

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Chosnel Raymond, logistics officer with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 271, speaks to his Marines while conducting a joint training exercise with Sailors assigned to the Navy Boat Docks on Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Feb. 17, 2022. The Marines of MWSS-271 conducted this exercise in order to test their redesigned internal structure according to the Commandant of the Marine Corps' Force Design 2030. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance. Cpl Noah Braswell)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Noah Braswell

A class of Corporal’s Course Marines and their instructors make their way down a road during a trail run at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Feb. 22, 2022. The class ran in honor of the Montford Point Marines. During the event, Marines worked together to carry heavy objects through Cherry Point’s winding forest trails. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

A class of Corporal’s Course Marines and their instructors make their way down a road during a trail run at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Feb. 22, 2022. The class ran in honor of the Montford Point Marines. During the event, Marines worked together to carry heavy objects through Cherry Point’s winding forest trails. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Mark Wise, deputy commandant for Aviation, listens to an overview briefing from Col. Mikel Huber, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point commanding officer, in the air traffic control tower during a visit to MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, Feb. 9, 2022. This visit gave Wise an in-depth look at the installation as it prepares for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Mark Wise, deputy commandant for Aviation, listens to an overview briefing from Col. Mikel Huber, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point commanding officer, in the air traffic control tower during a visit to MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, Feb. 9, 2022. This visit gave Wise an in-depth look at the installation as it prepares for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram

An EV ARC 2020 charges outside Building 1 at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina, Feb. 9, 2022. The EV ARC 2020 is a fully off-grid, solar-powered electric vehicle charging station that fits in a standard sized parking space and is for authorized government vehicles only. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

An EV ARC 2020 charges outside Building 1 at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina, Feb. 9, 2022. The EV ARC 2020 is a fully off-grid, solar-powered electric vehicle charging station that fits in a standard sized parking space and is for authorized government vehicles only. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker

Timothy Bert, a utility systems operator work leader, and Michael Granger, a certified safety and health official, stand side-by-side with U.S. Marine Corps Col. Mikel Huber, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point commanding officer, after being presented Occupational Safety and Health Administration Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) coins during a presentation at the Water Treatment Plant, MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, Feb. 16, 2022. VPP recognizes employers and workers who strive to prevent incidents through hazard prevention, worksite analysis, training, and worker involvement. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Timothy Bert, a utility systems operator work leader, and Michael Granger, a certified safety and health official, stand side-by-side with U.S. Marine Corps Col. Mikel Huber, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point commanding officer, after being presented Occupational Safety and Health Administration Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) coins during a presentation at the Water Treatment Plant, MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, Feb. 16, 2022. VPP recognizes employers and workers who strive to prevent incidents through hazard prevention, worksite analysis, training, and worker involvement. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram

Michael Granger, a certified safety and health official, shakes hands with U.S. Marine Corps Col. Mikel Huber, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point commanding officer, after being given an Occupational Safety and Health Administration Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) coin during a presentation at the Water Treatment Plant, MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, Feb. 16, 2022. VPP recognizes employers and workers who strive to prevent incidents through hazard prevention, worksite analysis, training, and worker involvement. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Michael Granger, a certified safety and health official, shakes hands with U.S. Marine Corps Col. Mikel Huber, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point commanding officer, after being given an Occupational Safety and Health Administration Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) coin during a presentation at the Water Treatment Plant, MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, Feb. 16, 2022. VPP recognizes employers and workers who strive to prevent incidents through hazard prevention, worksite analysis, training, and worker involvement. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram

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