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Competition-In-Arms Program shooting matches; February-April

Every time someone picks up a firearm, it is more than a generic plastic-and-steel manufactured tool to be knocked about like an old hammer. In their hands they carry a near-millennia of refined art, and it is those who respect their firearms that excel in marksmanship.These skills will be put to the test during the greatest Marine Corps shooting

Petty Officer 1st Class Richard Marquis, medical repair technician with Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune, holds a plaque signifying his acievement as being the 2009 Navy Medicine East Sailor of the Year. - Petty Officer 1st Class Richard Marquis, medical repair technician with Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune, holds a plaque signifying his acievement as being the 2009 Navy Medicine East Sailor of the Year.

Marquis named 2009 Navy Medicine East Sailor of the Year

For outstanding practices and exemplary conduct with the Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune, Petty Officer 1st Class Richard Marquis received the Navy Medicine East Sailor of the Year award in Millington, Tenn., Dec. 16, 2009.Out of a selection of 15 contestants, judges from the Navy Medicine East command, which includes facilities along the East Coast,

Passing on the history of women in the Corps

Many claim that Lucy Brewer was the first female to join the Corps disguised as a man. Whether she was a real person or not is debatable but what she represents, is not. Throughout history women have served and supported in the military in whatever way possible.Women officially got an opportunity to serve in the Marines in 1918 when Opha Mae

Marine Corps' what not to wear

When people see a Marine Corps recruiting poster, they see two different types of images, the warfighter or a Marine looking sharp and clean cut in his dress blues. This professional standard and image of Marines are held high in the beloved Corps, while in and out of uniform. “It isn’t documented anywhere that we have to have a Marine Corps,” said

Christmas Spirit Foundation, FedEx bring Christmas to Lejeune

The waves crashed along the shore and although the sun shined bright above the sky, the wind blew with a harsh bite. But this bitterly cold weather didn’t freeze the holiday spirit as Marines and employees with Marine Corps Community Services loaded Christmas trees onto every vehicle as it pulled ahead of the never-ending line of cars, trucks and

The military's real NCIS

They are the military’s real version of naval criminal investigative services, similar to the CBS Television Network’s show NCIS. They are unsung heroes whose critical jobs often go unrecognized, while many people are simply unaware of what these special agents do.Naval Criminal Investigative Services is a worldwide organization responsible for

Playgrounds built for children with all abilities in mind

Oh, to be a child again; living each moment not having to worry about anything while getting to run around freely and play all day. Unfortunately not all children are able to enjoy that freedom they are entitled to. Now all children aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, regardless of disabilities and handicaps, can have some playtime they more

Operation Homefront: here for you

Your spouse is deployed and you are left behind to pay the bills, take care of your two children as well as your home. As if the challenges of now being the “single parent” with your spouse thousands of miles away isn’t enough, your washing machine is broken, your third child is due any day now and you are in dire need of some help.Fortunately

Taking CAP out of handicapped

If a 7-year-old girl was asked what she wants to be when she grows up, she will probably say a princess. It’s what a lot of girls dream about as young children; to be a beautiful, helpless princess that needs a strong, handsome prince to come save her. Those little girls grow up, and as adults, most don’t want to be seen as helpless and needing a

Shoplifting Marines pay high price

Most people are looking for ways to save money especially during the holiday season. Marines are no different; that is why many ask for military discounts, go to sales or make payments on high-priced items, unfortunately some Marines are turning to another option: not paying at all.Camp Lejeune’s Marine Corps Community Services has reported a huge