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VMA-211 change of command

Marine Corps photograph by Cpl. William Waterstreet Lt. Col. Troy Pehrson, the outgoing commander of Marine Attack Squadron 211, center, passes the Marine Corps Colors to Lt. Col. Cory Simmons, the incoming commander of VMA-211, left, as Sgt. Maj. Michael Cayer, the sergeant major of VMA-211, right, salutes this symbolic act of the changing of…

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Welcome home

Marine Corps photograph by Lance Cpl. Uriel Avendano Cpl. Jose Luis Hernandez, a Marine Attack Squadron 513 power line mechanic and a native of Willacoochee, Ga., proposes to his longtime girlfriend Zuleika Oleo, a native of Yuma, Ariz., after returning from a six month deployment with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit aboard Marine Corps Air…

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Yuma community residents adopt a squadron

Aboard Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., a squadron adopting a local school or highway is a commonplace occurrence, since volunteer service is a direct reflection of the ideals of the Marine Corps.

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MCAS Yuma H&HS Field Meet

Marine Corps photograph by Lance Cpl. Uriel Avendano Marines from Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, based out of Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., took part in a squadron-wide field meet in which all the sections competed in various physical training events to strengthen camaraderie and teamwork. A portion of the field meet required the participating…

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MCAS Yuma’s Commissary recognizes military scholarship recipient

Marine Corps photograph by Lance Cpl. Reba James Morgan C. Frank, and her mother and grandmother, stand by the cake in honor of the Marine Corps Air Station Yuma’s Commissary holding a recognition ceremony, in which the Defense Commissary Agency recognized the Scholarships for Military Children Recipient, May 23. Marine Corps photograph by Lance Cpl….

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Station K-9 section showcases skills for Army brass

Posted  August 9, 2012

The station’s K-9 section was given a chance to show Army generals, colonels, command sergeants major and several top-level Department of Defense civilian…

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Defense, Interior Departments Join Forces on Renewable Energy

Posted  August 9, 2012

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6, 2012 – The Defense and Interior departments are teaming up to strengthen energy security and reduce military utility costs.

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Bon Appétit: Mess Hall 710 ensures station is satisfied

Posted  August 9, 2012

“Chillin’, killin’, cookin’, grillin’” – Sgt. Richard Martin, Marine Wing Support Squadron 371 food service specialist Vats of boiling food release steam into the galley while a Marine yelps in pain because of spilled, scalding alfredo sauce. Cooks dodge…

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Leader’s Forum: Culture of Excellence

Posted  August 9, 2012

I’ve always believed that a “GOOD unit” is one where the actions of all members are guided by what is expected of them.  They essentially “do the right thing” 24/7/365 in order to meet the expectations of their leadership (all levels).  A “GREAT unit” is one where the actions of all members are guided by…

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Chaplain’s Corner: Uncertainty

Posted  August 9, 2012

Over the course of my time here in Yuma, I have assisted several individuals who had come to a point where suicide seemed like a viable option. And I have met with Marines who have lost people that they love. I bring up these events to bring into focus the idea of uncertainty. One of…

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ARFF Marines start, put out, the fire in Miramar

Posted  August 9, 2012

The wailing of a fire engine is a sound no one hopes to hear. It’s the sound of unpredictability and the unknown. To the Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting section…

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News to Use August 9, 2012

Posted  August 9, 2012

MCAS Dove Registration Where:  Sonoran Pueblo, MCAS Yuma When:   Aug. 17 to Aug. 24 Time:  3 to 4:30 p.m. Elidgibility Requirements: Active Duty, retired service members, MCAS employees, dependent family members and sponsored guests. All hunters must bring a valid identification, valid Arizona hunting license with migratory bird stamp.  Family members and sponsored guests…

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Fact or Fiction?

Posted  August 9, 2012

  Q:  What should happen when a flag touches the ground?   A:  According to MCO P10520.3B, the American flag should never touch anything beneath it. Should this happen, the flag is to be disposed of in a dignified manner, i.e., burning, after consultation with Headquarters Marine Corps.

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Marine for a Day

Posted  August 16, 2012

At only 5 years old, Jorge Solis has dreamed of becoming a Marine for more than half his life. He finally got the chance to live his dream when the Make-A-Wish Foundation partnered with Camp Pendleton to conduct a hands-on tour for Jorge and his family, Aug. 10...

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Yuma gets a Sneak Peek at the Future JSF

Posted  August 16, 2012

After taking a tour of the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter aircraft factory in Ft. Worth, Texas, I believe yet another advancement in aviation is about to grace Yuma’s presence that will make us wonder for many years to come how it came to be..

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