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Marines

Archive: 2016

Securing Our Safety: MCLB Albany’s K-9 officers sniff for contraband during security checks

Editor’s Note: “Securing Our Safety” is the second in an ‘S.O.S.’ series highlighting Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany’s law enforcement and fire and rescue personnel charged with protecting and securing the base community. Gaining access through any Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany entry point is something installation security officials take

‘Tis the Season: NBHC-Albany rings in the holiday with gifts, carols, banquet

‘Tis the season for gift giving, festive attire and caroling and there was no shortage of all that and more as Naval Branch Health Clinic-Albany’s active-duty Sailors, civilian personnel and guests kicked off the holiday season, Dec. 15. The event, which was held at the Hilton Garden Inn, Albany, Georgia, contained all the hallmarks of what this

Toys for Tots makes dreams come true

Of all the holidays, Christmas is the time of year many children look forward to the most. Stockings hung over the fireplace, Christmas lights illuminating the house at night and presents under the tree are all part of the magical feeling of Christmas. Every child deserves to feel the magic of Christmas but not every child gets that opportunity.

Speaker links preservation of natural resources to base history

On the 75th anniversary of the Pearl Harbor commemoration, Dec. 7, it seemed fitting that dozens representing every branch of service poured into the Town and Country Restaurant’s Grand Ballroom for the installation’s monthly Veterans Breakfast. Active-duty, retirees, veterans as well as civilian attendees listened as guest speaker, Julie Robbins,

Toys for Tots deadline nears

Christmas is only a few days away and the last day to donate to Toys for Tots to make a child’s dream come true is Dec. 17. Gunnery Sgt. Jimmie Smith, coordinator, Toys for Tots, has been collecting toys for the program since October.“For those who are late shoppers, it’s not too late to donate a toy valued at $20 or less,” Smith said. “This is

Base begins holiday season with Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

The Christmas spirit is in the air at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany as installation officials kicked off the holiday season with a Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, Dec. 9.The ceremony, which took place between the Commissary and Marine Corps Exchange, began with opening remarks by Col. James C. Carroll III, commanding officer, MCLB

Securing Our Safety: MCPD officers stand vigilant at installation entry points

Editor’s Note: “Securing Our Safety” is the first in an ‘S.O.S.’ series highlighting Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany’s law enforcement and fire and rescue personnel charged with protecting and securing the base community. Everyone requesting access to Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany can expect to go through a number of rigorous security

Marines maintain warrior spirit through MCMAP

In 1918, during the battle of Belleau Wood, France, the Marines were given the nickname “teufelhunden,” or “Devil Dog,” by the Germans for their fierce fighting ability. Nearly a century later, the Marines continue to maintain that warrior spirit through the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program. Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany hosted two MCMAP

Marines pay homage to fallen comrades, family members during holiday season

The months of November and December are filled with events of celebration, including the Marine Corps Birthday Ball and Veterans Day, as well as holidays such as Thanksgiving and Christmas.As Marines and civilian-Marines spend time with their families and loved ones, they are reminded that freedom is not free and that it came at a cost.Lt. Col.

Healthcare officials stress ‘mammograms, family history’ for mitigating breast cancer risks

Although October represents the close of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it is never out of season to heighten knowledge of statistics, new developments for lowering the risks or to learn life-saving advice on prevention and detection. Health information resources are available for educating individuals and families on early detection techniques,

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