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Brig. Gen. Dan Conley, commanding general, Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, and Brig. Gen. Bobbi Shea, commanding general, 1st Marine Logistics Group, speak on Child Development Center and Family Childcare programs and hiring's on base, Nov. 6, 2020. The CDC and FCC are hiring now, so that they can continue to offer a variety of services and ensure quality care to service members' families. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Dylan Chagnon)

Colonels Curtis and Amy Ebitz are both scheduled to assumed command of units near each other July 19, 2019. Col. Amy Ebitz is scheduled to take command of Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations East – Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune at 10 A.M and Col. Curtis Ebitz is scheduled to assume command of Marine Corps Air Station New River at 2 P.M. Both colonels will attend each other’s change of command along their two children. Curtis, a Marine aviator, and Amy, a law enforcement officer, met in 2001 as Captains attending Amphibious Warfare School at Marine Corps Base Quantico and were later married there in October of 2003. During their first four years of marriage, they spent nearly two of them apart, managing multiple deployments to Iraq, Marine Expeditionary Unit deployments and other operational commitments. As each progressed during their careers, more challenges awaited. During a three-year tour in Okinawa, both assumed Lt. Col. command (squadron and battalion) based there – he commanded Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron One (MWHS-1) with 1st Marine Aircraft Wing in 2013-2015, while she commanded the 3d Law Enforcement Battalion for III Marine Expeditionary Force from 2012 - 2014. Both are coming to Eastern North Carolina after recent assignments in Washington D.C. Amy just concluded a tour as a Senior Commandant of the Marine Corps Fellow at the Brookings Institution, while Curtis served as the Aviation Plans, Programs, and Budget (APP-1) Branch Head at Headquarters Marine Corps. Both colonels have previously completed multiple tours of duty in this area. Curtis was assigned to HMM-162 at New River in 1997 as a CH-46E pilot, deploying twice with the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit. Later in 2004, he returned to MCAS New River and served with Marine Aircraft Group-29 during Operation Iraqi Freedom and with HMM-264, MAG-26, deploying with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit. Amy served as the commanding officer of Fox Company, School of Infantry East, Marine Combat Training Battalion in 1999, and was a company commander and an executive officer with 2d Military Police Battalion, 2d Marine Logistics Group at Camp Lejeune in 2004. When asked how they have made it work for the past 16 years, Curtis said, “It’s what we like to call balanced excellence—finding the right balance between personal and professional life. Additionally, it’s been nice to have a sounding board for work-related issues and knowing when to separate work from family.”

A dual-military family, Marine Gunnery Sgt. Gizelle Katchka and Staff Sgt. Kyle Katchka and their two daughters have faced hardships typical military families don't: having both parents deploying at the same time and leaving their children behind. The Katchka's are now stationed aboard Quantico and not expecting to deploy simultaneously again. Gizelle is the logistics director for the Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, and Kyle is the Funeral Director at Marine Barracks Washington, District of Columbia.

In the month of November we take the time to recognize the families of service members. From deployments to long working hours, military families continue to support our warfighter. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Megan Roses)

A Gold Star Mother is a mother who has lost her son or daughter in the line of duty while in the U.S. Armed Forces. Gold Star Mother’s day is an American holiday observed on the last Sunday of September. The holiday is observed to honor the lives of the fallen and to acknowledge the mothers who lost their loved ones. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Drake Nickels)

Today is Military Spouse Appreciation Day. Today we thank military spouses for their selfless contribution. The lifestyle of a military family is challenging and no one understands the requirements of this life better than Marine Corps spouses. It is their love and support that provides the stability which enables mission and family readiness.

Family members of Marines and Sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 22 (CLB-22) participate in "Be A Marine or Sailor Day" at Camp Lejeune, N.C., April 27, 2018. This event gives family members the opportunity to understand the jobs of their Marines or Sailors, as well as their role within the battalion. (U.S. Marine Corps video by LCpl. Tawanya Norwood)

Robert Rudolph, a retired Marine, and his wife Maynee Rudolph speak about the appreciation and support they have for their family. Rudolph retired at Okinawa, Sept. 12, 2012 after 26 years in the Marine Corps, he currently lives in Okinawa with his wife and daughter, working as an intelligence analyst for III Marine Expeditionary Force. The month of November is Military Family Appreciation Month. This month is set to recognize military families for their support and contributions in support of their loved ones, our military and the nation. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Jorge A. Rosales)

Camp Pendleton's ASYMCA offers a fun variety of summer camps to keep kids active and learning throughout the summer. For more information visit http://www.camppendletonasymca.org/

Camp Pendleton hosts a ceremony to celebrate the one-year anniversary of Fisher House Camp Pendleton, May 16, 2016.

Marine Corps Recruiting Spouses Orientation Course.

Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band perform a concert for service members before an evening colors ceremony aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 7. The concert was op to Marines, Sailors and family members to attend. Available in high definition.

Sergeant Jamean Berry’s faith has always been his main drive throughout his life. Berry grew up volunteering and helping others along with his family. His devotion to service lead him to join the Marine Corps as a combat photographer, he felt it was God’s way of helping him pursue his passion for selfless service. Berry, who is assigned to the the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, continues to volunteer regularly at his church and strives to help anyone in need. In this interview, he tells us why he volunteers and why selfless service is important to him. Available in high definition.

Service members complete Marine Corps Historic Half Marathon aboard Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan, May 18, 2014.

Corporal Alberto Perez III, administrative specialist, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, believes the Marine Corps has made him into a responsible adult ready to take on the challenge of being a newlywed with a child on the way aboard Camp Pendleton, Calif. Perez, 22, is from Los Angeles. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Emmanuel Ramos/Released) (Graphics by Sgt. Jamean Berry)

Marines from units throughout the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing participated in a two-day Committed and Engaged Leadership Seminar in Washington, D.C., April 25-26. Fifty-two Marines attended the trip and visited Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., the National Mall, Arlington National Cemetery and the National Museum of the Marine Corps.

Friends and families of 77 returning Marines from Marine Attack Squadron-214 awaited their loved ones in the squadron hangar April 23, aboard Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz. The homecoming follows an eight month deployment of the squadron with the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit to the Asia-Pacific region. Available in high definition.

Marines from Detachment 1, Communications Company, Combat Logistics Regiment 45, 4th Marine Logistics Group, of Peru, Ind., delivered a birthday cake and a signed letter from the Commandant of the Marine Corps to Mary Cochrane for her 100th birthday. Cochrane served as a motor transportation operator during WorldWarII. Available in high definition.

Friday, April 4th middle school students from Lavilla School of the Arts visited Marine Corps Band New Orleans. The students got advice from a professional point of view. Available in high definition.

Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Marine Corps Community Services hosted their annual 'Fun Day' aboard MCAS Miramar April 5. This year's theme was super heroes. The event had everything you would find at a carnival. Available in high definition.

Members of Major League Baseball’s San Diego Padres organization, players, fans, Marines, sailors and their families, gathered March 27 in San Diego to help create care packages to be shipped to service members who are currently deployed.

Leaders from Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, Marine Corps Air Station New River and the surrounding areas, met at the State of Community Breakfast aboard New River to discuss upcoming plans for the community, Feb. 25.

In this edition of the Reserve Report - Marine Forces Reserve observes the 71st anniversary of the Marine Corps Women's Reserve, the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation opens for eligible children, MARADMIN 018/14 announces the Warrant Officer selection board opening, New Orleans' military community participates in the NBA All-Star Weekend, and MARFORRES Marines talk about the benefits of serving in the Reserve.

Training shots could be heard in the morning of Feb. 1 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma's pistol range but it wasn't the typical group firing out there. Also available in high definition

A photo-based journal documenting the lives, personalities and leadership styles of coalition forces currently serving in Afghanistan. A medical evacuation pilot with Team 5, Charlie Company, 168th General Support Aviation Battalion explains what his job entails operating overseas. Includes interview with CWO2 Joshua C. Groth, Medevac Pilot. Also available in high definition.

3rd Battalion 7th Marine Regiment returns from Afghanistan deployment. Friends and family reunite with them Thursday April 12 at the Combat Center's Del Valle Field. Available in high definition.

Marines with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit enjoyed a day of fun after months of training for their upcoming deployment in July, aboard Camp Pendleton, Calif., June 27, 2014. The festivities included volleyball, basketball, horseshoes, and sumo wrestling and concluded with an afternoon barbecue. Available in high definition.