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An electrical worker demonstrates the damage an active power line can cause during a demonstration drill at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., June 4, 2015. September is National Preparedness Month, a time where emergency safety is highlighted across the air station. The Cherry Point Fire and Emergency Services and the Public Works Departments are among the many that go out to local communities to educate them on safety procedures and protocols that can prevent and potentially aid them during emergency situations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by N.W. Huertas/Released) - An electrical worker demonstrates the damage an active power line can cause during a demonstration drill at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., June 4, 2015. September is National Preparedness Month, a time where emergency safety is highlighted across the air station. The Cherry Point Fire and Emergency Services and the Public Works Departments are among the many that go out to local communities to educate them on safety procedures and protocols that can prevent and potentially aid them during emergency situations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by N.W. Huertas/Released)

Members of a construction crew make final adjustments near the end of the initial construction stage of a stream restoration project at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point. Only weeks before, this piece of ground was the site of a dysfunctional concrete culvert that did a very poor job of routing storm water runoff from an air station housing area to the Neuse River. The Cherry Point Environmental Affairs Department tackled this project in effort to clean up the inefficient site and to improve water quality in the Neuse. The project will soon move into its next stage with a series of plantings throughout the stream’s riparian zone. (Photo by Jessica Guilianelli) - Members of a construction crew make final adjustments near the end of the initial construction stage of a stream restoration project at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point. Only weeks before, this piece of ground was the site of a dysfunctional concrete culvert that did a very poor job of routing storm water runoff from an air station housing area to the Neuse River. The Cherry Point Environmental Affairs Department tackled this project in effort to clean up the inefficient site and to improve water quality in the Neuse. The project will soon move into its next stage with a series of plantings throughout the stream’s riparian zone. (Photo by Jessica Guilianelli)

Lt. Gen. Jon M. Davis observes a brief on some of the mechanics of a CH-53E Super Stallion during a “Boots on the Ground” event at Marine Corps Air Station New River, N.C., Sept. 17, 2015. The deputy commandant of Marine Corps Aviation visited the air station to discuss the future of naval aviation. Maintainers were given the opportunity to share suggestions for improvement on their training and aircraft. (U.S.M.C. photo by Cpl. N.W. Huertas/ Released) - Lt. Gen. Jon M. Davis observes a brief on some of the mechanics of a CH-53E Super Stallion during a “Boots on the Ground” event at Marine Corps Air Station New River, N.C., Sept. 17, 2015. The deputy commandant of Marine Corps Aviation visited the air station to discuss the future of naval aviation. Maintainers were given the opportunity to share suggestions for improvement on their training and aircraft. (U.S.M.C. photo by Cpl. N.W. Huertas/ Released)

Staff Sgt. Annett Castro, left, puts money in the love bank of Giovanni Hernandez, right, during a Marriage Enrichment Retreat, hosted by 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Chaplains in New Bern, N.C., Sept. 19, 2015. Forty couples took part in the two-day retreat to rekindle their bond with one another. The love bank is a physical representation for rewarding positive actions by each partner. Castro is an assistant individual material readiness list asset manager for Marine Aircraft Group 29. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jason Jimenez/Released) - Staff Sgt. Annett Castro, left, puts money in the love bank of Giovanni Hernandez, right, during a Marriage Enrichment Retreat, hosted by 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Chaplains in New Bern, N.C., Sept. 19, 2015. Forty couples took part in the two-day retreat to rekindle their bond with one another. The love bank is a physical representation for rewarding positive actions by each partner. Castro is an assistant individual material readiness list asset manager for Marine Aircraft Group 29. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jason Jimenez/Released)

Marines with 2nd Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion, Bravo Battery tactically enter a building during military operations on urban terrain training at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Sept. 16, 2015. MOUT training is utilized to prepare Marines for urban warfare in areas such as towns and cities. The Marines conducted the training to sharpen combat skills and the knowledge required for MOUT operations is equal across the entire platoon. - Marines with 2nd Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion, Bravo Battery tactically enter a building during military operations on urban terrain training at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Sept. 16, 2015. MOUT training is utilized to prepare Marines for urban warfare in areas such as towns and cities. The Marines conducted the training to sharpen combat skills and the knowledge required for MOUT operations is equal across the entire platoon.

Micheal McGarr participates in a K-9 training demonstration at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Sept. 18, 2015. The demonstration was a part of a series of activities available for spouses and families to partake in, for the 2nd annual Open House event hosted by Marine Air Control Squadron 2. The event was designed to emphasize the importance of family readiness by allowing the family members to visit the work space and become familiar with the equipment that their Marines use on a day-to-day basis. Garr is the chief trainer of the K-9 unit, with Headquarters and Headquarters squadron at MCAS Cherry Point. - Micheal McGarr participates in a K-9 training demonstration at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Sept. 18, 2015. The demonstration was a part of a series of activities available for spouses and families to partake in, for the 2nd annual Open House event hosted by Marine Air Control Squadron 2. The event was designed to emphasize the importance of family readiness by allowing the family members to visit the work space and become familiar with the equipment that their Marines use on a day-to-day basis. Garr is the chief trainer of the K-9 unit, with Headquarters and Headquarters squadron at MCAS Cherry Point.

Marine Air Support Squadron 1 runs in formation during a motivational run at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Sept. 4, 2015. Marine Air Control Group 28 Marines organized the run to remind Marines to protect themselves and each other from suicide and alcohol abuse, and to stay safe during the Labor Day weekend. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Nicholas P. Baird/ Released) - Marine Air Support Squadron 1 runs in formation during a motivational run at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Sept. 4, 2015. Marine Air Control Group 28 Marines organized the run to remind Marines to protect themselves and each other from suicide and alcohol abuse, and to stay safe during the Labor Day weekend. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Nicholas P. Baird/ Released)

Commander David A. Shirk address a crowd during a 9/11 Memorial Service at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Sept. 11, 2015. Marines gather every September 11 to honor the fallen men and women of this iconic mark on American history. Many remember what it was like to turn on the news and witness ash and debris cascade over New York City’s streets as bystanders scattered to safety. Marines endure vigorous and precise training to ensure they are proficient and always ready to protect their nation’s safety. Shirk is the command Chaplin for the air station. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. N.W. Huertas/Released) - Commander David A. Shirk address a crowd during a 9/11 Memorial Service at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Sept. 11, 2015. Marines gather every September 11 to honor the fallen men and women of this iconic mark on American history. Many remember what it was like to turn on the news and witness ash and debris cascade over New York City’s streets as bystanders scattered to safety. Marines endure vigorous and precise training to ensure they are proficient and always ready to protect their nation’s safety. Shirk is the command Chaplin for the air station. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. N.W. Huertas/Released)

Lt. Col. Jeremy S. Winters, left, and Gunnery Sgt. Clifford Bowen reload a Browning M2 .50-caliber machine gun during a weapons familiarization range at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 27, 2015. More than 100 Marines from Marine Air Support Squadron 1 honed their weapons skills with the M240B machinegun, Browning M2 .50 caliber machine gun and the M1014 combat shotgun. Marines from various military job occupations received hands-on experience that allows them to improve crucial skills and become well-rounded war fighters. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. N.W. Huertas/ Released) - Lt. Col. Jeremy S. Winters, left, and Gunnery Sgt. Clifford Bowen reload a Browning M2 .50-caliber machine gun during a weapons familiarization range at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 27, 2015. More than 100 Marines from Marine Air Support Squadron 1 honed their weapons skills with the M240B machinegun, Browning M2 .50 caliber machine gun and the M1014 combat shotgun. Marines from various military job occupations received hands-on experience that allows them to improve crucial skills and become well-rounded war fighters. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. N.W. Huertas/ Released)

“The Marine Corps Enlisted Assignments’ visit is a chance for the monitors at MMEA (HQMC) to talk to Marines one on one about their future.” – Master Sgt. Jason E. Spangenberg - “The Marine Corps Enlisted Assignments’ visit is a chance for the monitors at MMEA (HQMC) to talk to Marines one on one about their future.” – Master Sgt. Jason E. Spangenberg