U.S. Marine Corps explosive ordnance disposal technicians assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, conduct a live-explosion exercise at MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, April 7, 2026. The exercise demonstrates the skill and precision of explosive ordnance disposal technicians in a safe, controlled environment as they execute explosive effects supporting the Marine Air-Ground Task Force demonstration and the Wall of Fire display at the 2026 MCAS Cherry Point Air Show. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Jasmin Az)
U.S. Marine Corps Marine Corps Installations Command leaders and Senior Executive Service, Mr. James Balocki, Executive Director, MCICOM, hosts a town hall meeting at Arlington, Virginia, March 23, 2026. MCICOM hosted a town hall updating the force on key issues and present awards to MCICOM personnel. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Aiyana Bridges)