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MCA hosts ‘Warrior Day’ March 31, 2011 — Marine Corps Logistics Command and Maintenance Center Albany officials will host a “Warrior Day” here Friday for four Camp Lejeune Marines.One of the visiting Marines was riding in a light armored reconnaissance vehicle when it hit an improvised explosive device in Afghanistan in 2009. Lance Cpl. William E. Chapmann was wounded, but survived the MORE

Albany Base CO makes discretionary change March 31, 2011 — Effective immediately, Marines wearing any portion of the Marine Corps running suit and participating in physical training activities aboard the base do not have to wear a reflective belt.Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany Commanding Officer Terry V. Williams made the decision to preclude Marines from wearing of excessive reflective gear during PT, MORE

Women’s History Month March 31, 2011 — Accomplishing many achievements like other women and men in her life as well as mentoring youth are among the goals one Marine hopes to attain that she can pass on as a legacy to the next generation.Describing herself as part of the Women’s History Month legacy, Lance Cpl. Brittany Pinson, personnel administrator, Military Personnel Branch, MORE

Youth and Teen Center offers more than fun March 31, 2011 — Editor’s note: This is the first article of a five-part series on Marine Corps Community Services.While the parents are away, the kids will play - and learn to be financially savvy, healthy leaders who get good grades in school.The Youth and Teen Center at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Ga., provides a safe and positive environment for MORE

Workplace eye safety protection, prevention March 31, 2011 — Think of how life would be without the ability to see. More often than not, people tend to forget the value of this important part of the body. The eye makes it possible to perform almost every task undertaken.According to information posted on Prevent Blindness America’s Web site www.preventblind-ness.org/safety/worksafe.html, eye injuries in the MORE

Battle Color Ceremony inspires spectators March 24, 2011 — For one Sylvester, Ga., resident, the annual Battle Color Ceremony, March 16, at Schmid Field here held special meaning.George Hoag, who served on the Silent Drill team from 1959 to 1962, watched the ceremony performed by the U.S. Marine Corps Battle Color Detachment, comprised of the U.S. Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, U.S. Marine Corps Color MORE

Officials dedicate new barracks March 24, 2011 — It’s been a long time coming, but the unmarried Marines aboard Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany were on hand to witness the ribbon cutting for their new barracks. They now have a new place to call home and have started moving in their rooms.A dedication ceremony was held March 15 at the covered pavilion on the grounds of the new barracks.The MORE

Programs offer support March 24, 2011 — "They stay because the fear of leaving is greater than the fear of staying. They will leave when the fear of staying is greater than the fear of leaving,” is a quote by Rebecca J. Burns, Internet blogger, “The Last Straw.”“We need to continuously remind our folks that domestic violence exists and we can be a part of the solution,” said Col. Terry MORE

Travel show attracts many vendors March 24, 2011 — For the 13th consecutive year, the Marine Corps Community Services here has hosted numerous vendors for their annual Travel and Recreation Trade Show.This year’s event took place March 16 at the Thomason Gymnasium and featured more than 35 vendors from far and wide.According to Stephanie Liljeros, assistant manager/recreation assistant, MCCS, the MORE

Explosives detection canine retires, begins life of luxury March 24, 2011 — Her daily life changed from one of work to one of being a “best buddy,” March 17.Boda, a 10-year-old German shepherd explosives detection dog, was adopted by her handler, Cpl. Tonette Gezzi, during a brief ceremony at the Corporal Dustin Jerome Lee Kennel, here. Boda developed cataracts and was medically retired from active service.A civilian MORE

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