U.S. Marines with 3rd Littoral Combat Team, 3rd Marine Littoral Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, participate in a live-fire training event at Pohakuloa Training Area, Hawaii, Jan. 15-16, 2026. The training exercise at PTA refined weapon system and tactical proficiency, strengthening overall combat readiness and preparing 3rd LCT for future operational requirements. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Ernesto Lagunes)
Okinawa, Japan — U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. David Janecke, outgoing commanding officer of 3rd Maintenance Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, relinquished command to Lt. Col. John Sykas III, the incoming commanding officer of 3rd Maintenance Battalion, 3rd MLG, during a change of command ceremony at Camp Kinser, Okinawa, Japan, Jan. 16, 2026.
After nearly two years in command, Janecke completed his tenure as commanding officer of 3rd...
Okinawa, Japan — Okinawa Prefecture and U.S. military leadership are once again joining forces in the ongoing effort to eradicate drunk driving across the island, launching a renewed campaign aimed at saving lives and strengthening community trust.
Okinawa Prefecture continues to record the highest rate of drunk-driving accidents in Japan for the fourth consecutive year, also leading the nation in alcohol-related traffic fatalities. In...
