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Wednesday, November 27, 2013 Vol. 48, No. 47 Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, S.C.
Charlie Company graduates
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“The noise you hear is the sound of freedom.”
n Entertainment n News Briefs n Weather n In The Community n Around The Corps n Graduates
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Marines train with live explosives Page 5
Thanksgiving safety Page 13
Turkey bowl builds camaraderie Page 13
2nd MAW CG visits Fightertown
Photo by Cpl. Brady Wood Maj. Gen. Robert Hedelund, the commanding general of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, visited Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 31, Nov. 21. During his visit, Hedelund spoke to Marines about the need to maintain the operational, technical and physical standards of the Marine Corps. Prior to his departure, Hedelund offered Marines a chance to ask questions about the transition to the F-35 Lightning II. The mission of the MAW is to conduct air operations in support of the Marine Forces to include Offensive Air Support, Antiair Warfare, Assault Support, Aerial Reconnaissance, Electronic Warfare, and Control of Aircraft and Missiles.
FRO’s stay on same page Cpl. Brady Wood Staff Writer
Eyes of the MAGTF return Cpl. Brady Wood Staff Writer
Marine Air Control Squadron 2, Detachment A, welcomed back a detachment of Marines from a fivemonth deployment, Nov. 23. During the deployment, the detachment supported the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing by controlling the air space surrounding Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan. “During this deployment I was in charge of super-
vising Marines that specialized in air space control measures,” said 1st Lt. Andrew Gorham, the air defense control officer for MACS-2. “Overall I think this deployment went very well.” By controlling the air space around Camp Leatherneck, MACS-2, Det A, was able to tell surrounding aircraft to change their course in the likelihood that the space was needed for takesee Macs-2, page 8 off.
Tri-Command family readiness officers gathered at the Four Winds facility aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island to update each other on what more can be done to help Marines and their families, Nov. 20. The FROs take care of the TriCommand families by not only offering resources that will solve issues, but also by giving them classes on communication. “Family readiness is important because our goal is to empower that Marine and their family to be more self-sufficient,” said Deanna Simpson, the Marine Corps Family Team Building director for MCRD Parris Island and the Eastern Recruiting Region. “We also give newcomers the commander’s family readiness statement in the hope that it will set them up for success during their tour.” There are various units within
the Tri-Command area and the FROs stand by their Marines to make sure they are well taken care of. “No matter what the mission is for the base in which FROs are stationed our objective remains the same,” said Simpson. “The idea for this conference was for everyone to share their ideas and making sure that we network with each other.” “Networking is very important in our job,” said Craig Sproul, the family readiness officer for 6th Marine Corps District. “Since we work with a lot of families, we network amongst each other to share resources.” In order to increase their ability to help families, the FROs occasionally receive a class on a tool that they can use to their advantage. “We have received classes about what resources are available for our families out in town,” Sproul said. “The FROs see
conference, page 9
Thanksgiving safety
Lance Cpl. Brendan Roethel Staff Writer
Thanksgiving is a time for families and friends to gather together, enjoy Thanksgiving delights, and be thankful. Steps should be taken to mitigate dangers that can result in illness, injury and death. An estimated 4,300 cooking fires
break out each Thanksgiving, resulting in approximately 15 deaths, according to the American Red Cross. Poison control centers receive hundreds of calls about food and alcohol poisoning during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Many of these incidents are preventable. The cooking range accounts for an estimated 60 percent of all cooking-
related home fires. To prevent fires and extensive fire damage there should be a smoke alarm and multipurpose fire extinguisher on every level of the home, and an additional extinguisher in the kitchen. Never leave food that’s frying, grilling, or broiling unattended. When boiling or baking, don’t walk away from the kitchen for more than
three minutes, and be sure to use back burners and turn pot handles away from cooktop edges, especially when young children are present. Don’t put on loose fitting clothing when cooking, long sleeved shirts are more susceptible to catching fire. Cooking safety goes beyond fire safety, improper cooking procedures could also result in food poisoning,
which could cause vomiting, nausea, diarrhoea, headaches, a fever and impaired consciousness. Fresh turkey should sit in the refrigerator for no more than two days. To properly thaw frozen poultry make sure they sit in a tray to prevent cross-contamination. When cooking, use a meat see
Thanksgiving, page 13