12/21/2011 By Lance Cpl. Cory D. Polom MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, N.C. - Dingo, a five-year-old German Shepherd, has suffered broken hind legs during his time as a Marine Corps working dog, yet he recently fought for his life not in combat but right here aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point after being bitten by a venomous snake during a training … [Read more...]
The Real Power Behind Derogatory Terms
12/19/2011 Commentary by Staff Sgt. Candice Compton (AFNS) -- Derogatory comments are comprised of words that tend or intend to detract, disparage or belittle and can often be considered offensive. Derogatory words have the power to hurt and potentially cause violence or other forms of hostility. The origins of these disparaging/derogatory terms can depend on geographic … [Read more...]
Government Could Face Possible Shutdown
12/15/2011 - WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- The Department of Defense could be affected by a possible government shutdown if an omnibus appropriations bill is not approved before the current appropriation expires Dec. 16 at midnight, wrote Deputy Secretary of Defense Ashton B. Carter in a memorandum Dec. 14. In the memo, which was addressed to all Department of Defense employees, Carter … [Read more...]
Keeping Your Sailor ‘Happy’ During the Holidays
December 15, 2011 By Lt. Tom Gordy, Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The director for Personnel Readiness and Community Support offered ways to reduce stress during the holiday season, Dec. 12. The holidays can be a joyous time for Sailors and their families, but they can also be stressful. By doing some simple things, most people can manage their … [Read more...]
‘Welcome home’ Signals End of War in Iraq
December 15, 2011 By Sgt. Jessica M. Kuhn, XVIII Airborne Corps PAO FORT BRAGG, N.C. -- "As your commander in chief and on behalf of a grateful nation, I am proud to finally say these two words -- welcome home," President Barack Obama said, causing a loud joyful roar from the crowd at Pope Army Airfield here, Dec. 14. More than 3,000 service members gathered to witness … [Read more...]