Publications: The Windsock
The Windsock is the weekly official newspaper for Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, and serves as an internal information clearing house about base events, tenant units within II Marine Aircraft Wing stationed aboard the installation, and events within the local civilian community of Havelock and the Crystal Coast of North Carolina. The Windsock is a tabloid-style newspaper with News and Life & Times sections. It's circulation of 12,000 copies is distributed throughout the air station and local community, as well as the Web.
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6 hits
05.23.2013
2nd MAW bids Walters farewell, welcomes Hedelund; Powerline mechanic earns '542's top maintenance award; Montford Point Marines host 'monumental'tourney
12 hits
05.16.2013
Cobra pilots gear up for night systems instructor training; MWSS-274 deconstructs radar dome; Cherry Point hosts computer 'Give-A-Thon'; Fort Macon State Park offers free events, history
20 hits
05.09.2013
Otis trains, evaluates for mission to Afghanistan; Cherry Point readies for severe weather season; Pangborn takes up station sword of office; MAG-29 welcomes new leadership; Country artists to perform for Cherry Point Marines
27 hits
05.02.2013
Marines return from six-month deployment; Officials see through eyes of military children; HMLA-467 bids farewell to Hueys, anticipates more Venoms; Devil Dog Open drives Marines to the links
23 hits
04.25.2013
Environmental Affairs wins SECNAV awards; Venom injects into Sabers' arsenal; Marines, Sailors, coalition partners begin Bold Alligator 2013; Cherry Point hosts spring fun shoot
27 hits
04.18.2013
Instructor pilots maintain aerial refueling proficiency; Craven County leaders tour Cherry Point; Families find common ground on greens
24 hits
04.11.2013
Gunnery sergeant becomes first enlisted Marine to rev Lightning II engines; Marines attend annual tech expo; 'Death from Below' sees big picture; Baseball assists in children bonding
25 hits
04.04.2013
VMU-2, VMAQ-1 earn 2012 MCAA awards, First responders awarded for saving life, Relocation to affect traffic tonight, Hawks welcome Greene, bids Wirth farewell, 2nd MAW supports WTI, Easter brunch packs the house
27 hits
03.28.2013
MAG-29 rumbles during Carolina Thunder; VMGR-252 Hercs support WTI; Natural resources manager receives state-level conservation honors; MAG-14 hosts Easter Extravaganza
21 hits
03.21.2013
2nd MAW (Fwd) assistant commander to get first star; HMH-366 heavy helicopters lift M777 howitzers;MARFORCOM sergeant major passes huidance to 2nd MAW leaders; Squadron gets HITT hard
33 hits
03.14.2013
"Ace of Spades'' det joins 26th MEU; "Workhorse" detachment to support 2nd MAW (Fwd); Competing to be top dog: Bench press club lifts morale, strengthens motivation
18 hits
03.07.2013
Shadow in the sky: VMU-2 conducts final flights before WTI; Eager Hawk: MAG-14 exercises expeditionary skills; Republic of Georgia honors 2nd MAW Marine; Carteret County leadership tours Cherry Point; N.C. Aquarium brings sea to shore
24 hits
02.28.2013
Search and rescue service members rappel into forrest, save lives; HMH-366 supports The Basic School training; Marines learn aviation doctrine to improve intel, meteorological support; Biker jumps and grinds at Cherry Point Extreme Sports Park
28 hits
02.21.2013
HMLA-467 forward air controllers instruct fellow pilots; Marines train to apply intel to aviation ops; Blalock assumes post as Cherry Point XO; Comedians, band present free show for Cherry Point
33 hits
02.14.2013
2nd MAW squadrons team up to prepare for WTI; Group sergeant major leads corporals course moto run; MWHS-2 lands Puller award; Marines hammer out bonds with local community
28 hits
02.07.2013
New female cover on horizon; 2nd MAW heroes honored at dinner; War vet carries on fading legacy
27 hits
01.31.2013
Commanding general shares outlook on 2nd MAW future; Cherry Point CO explains base roles in warfighting readiness; Service to expand integration of women in combat; Youth sports score at Cherry Point
48 hits
01.24.2013
Sgt. Maj. awarded Bronze Star for dedication to duty; Night training keeps flyers safe; MAW engineers complete project for 'Bulldogs'; Marines help care for homeless animals
43 hits
01.17.2013
MAW (Fwd) takes fight to Afghanistan; Tax center opens on Cherry Point; Harvest HAWK Marines ready for Afghan war; Commissary hosts Special Olympics
21 hits
01.10.2013
2012 in Review, begin the journey: First F-35B aerial refuel, 2nd MAW Change of Command, VMAQ-2 Return, Heritage Flight during the Cherry Point Air Show, Exercise Mailed Fist and more.
18 hits
01.03.2013
Ace of Spades execute close air support mission in Afghanistan; 69 years ago today, legendary WWII ace makes final flight
19 hits
12.27.2012
Wing Marine awarded for heroism in Afghanistan; Search and rescue Marines stay ready through constant training; Harrier pilot recognized for challenging conventional wisdom
21 hits
12.20.2012
MCIEAST hosts gubernatorial visit; MALS-40 activates for Afghanistan; Marine honored at 109th anniversary of first flight; Have yourself a merry little Christmas dinner
23 hits
12.13.2012
Kojac assumes command of MACG-28; VMA-542 returns from Asia-Pacific deployment; Marine couple named Family of the Quarter; Community comes together at annual Christmas concert
12 hits
12.06.2012
Super Stallion pilot earns Bronze Star; 2nd MAW (Fwd.) activates; Let there be light: Cherry Point ushers in holiday season with tree lighting
16 hits
11.29.2012
Cherry Point family uses story of survival to raise awareness about premature births; Angel Trees usher in season of giving, caring; Cherry Point offers hunting opportunities
7 hits
11.21.2012
Toys for Tots kicks off holiday season; Bolden assumes command of VMU-2, Huber bids farewell; Amped up: Little Big Town headlines 4th Annual Guitar Pull
10 hits
11.15.2012
2nd MAW motivation run; SECNAV visits 2nd MAW ball; Fleet Readiness Center East delivers last H-46; Parade honors past, present warriors: Largest area parade draws thousands
17 hits
11.08.2012
Historical uniform pageant today; Marine weather forecasters support mission readiness; Marines, New Bern Airport entwined through history; New court, new season: Intramural basketball continues on newly renovated courts
18 hits
11.01.2012
Marine rushes to local teen’s aid after car accident; Emergency responders ready for anything; ECU vs. Navy: Marines, Sailors brave cold for hot game
14 hits
10.25.2012
Volunteers refurbish Piranha Pit with new routes, bridges; Local officials witness Piney Island operations; Havelock MAC awards Family of the Quarter; Ghosts haunt New Bern: Historic city offers two ghost tours this Halloween
13 hits
10.18.2012
Passing the sword: Robinson takes over as 2nd MAW sergeant major; 2nd MAW Band ignites Columbus Day festivities in New York City; Hammerheads talk military with middle school students; Navy celebrates 237th birthday; Chili Festival: The 31st... more
24 hits
10.11.2012
Prowler Marines depart for aerial combat training evolution in Alaska; ‘Warlords’ execute first Lightning II midair refuel: Landmark training operation brings together 2nd MAW elements; Mums and more: Thousands expected to attend 32nd Annual... more
21 hits
10.04.2012
Marine Corps F-35 conducts first aerial refuel; Federal Impact Aid closes gaps in local education budget; Flight line factory: Dedicated artisans keep warbirds in flight; Something fishy in Morehead City: Fun for the entire family this weekend at... more
49 hits
09.27.2012
MCX celebrates 115 years; ‘Workhorses’ refresh capabilities with field training; VMAQ-3 ‘Moondogs’ bid farewell to families; Senior enlisted gather for leadership symposium; Inspired Chef wins Cherry Point competition
25 hits
09.20.2012
MWSS-271 field exercise wraps up; ‘Night Owls’ return from Afghanistan; CG kicks off vaccination efforts; VMR-1 improves readiness, performanceduring process improvement program;
15 hits
09.13.2012
9/11 Tribute; Cherry Point fosters spirit of cooperation with local community; MWCS-28 makes operations possible for other units during Exercise Spartan Dinami; Golfers aim for Commander’s Cup
9 hits
09.06.2012
Eastern North Carolina, USMC anti-encroachment partnership thrives through years of cooperation; Feds Feed Families campaign concludes; Marines battle to settle squadron rivalry
17 hits
08.30.2012
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7 hits
08.23.2012
Cherry Point’s airfield ops facilities 24/7; Heavy lift at Lejeune; Yuma squadron visits Cherry Point to conduct air-to-air combat training with Harriers pilots; Beach Brawl: Marines scrum with rugby brethren
6 hits
08.16.2012
Call for close-air support; New opportunities open for women Marines in local ground unit; Through the years Marine Olympians represent country; Racing dragons: Cherry Point Marines participate in annual dragon boat race
7 hits
08.09.2012
Tiltrotor squadron Marines return from Afghanistan; Beaufort fighter squadron visits Cherry Point to integrate, conduct combined arms training; Feds Feed Families campaign rolls on; Rack ‘em up: SMP hosts weekly pool tournaments
8 hits
08.02.2012
Marine, family awarded for volunteer services
Marine law enforcement reaffirms active shooter training amid Aurora shooting
Deputy Commandant of Marine Corps Aviation visits MCAS Cherry Point
Marine, family awarded for volunteer services
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23 hits
07.26.2012
Marines save 2 from rip current; Squadron opens aircraft doors to local youth to demonstrate Marines' passion for aviation; Marines fight to win: Vitor "Shaolin" Ribeiro schools Marine in Brazilian Jujitsu
7 hits
07.19.2012
Fox assumes MEF command; Cherry Point Marines, civilian rally, collect food for community food banks; Setting sail: Hancock yacht club
12 hits
07.12.2012
Emotional fireworks fly on Cherry Point flight line; CNO recognizes VMR-1 for superior safety; Cherry Point library welcomes the iPad revolution; SMP flourishes through command participation
13 hits
07.05.2012
CNO recognizes VMR-1 for superior safety; CG leads his first 2nd MAW colors ceremony; Semper Fit receives 7th award for excellence: Cherry Point's award demonstrates staff's passion for health, fitness; Rugby strengthens bond between Cherry... more
11 hits
06.28.2012
Mailed Fist wraps up with TRAP: Marines execute mock rescue mission; Inside the mind: Warriors with non-visible injuries look forward, Marine Corps pushes for progress; Country music stars rock boots off Cherry Point Marines
10 hits
06.21.2012
Mailed Fist hones war-fighting capabilities; Marines, local community gather to honor Old Glory
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