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The Marine Corps plays an integral role in the National Defense Strategy. Its training, capabilities and global presence ensure that the Navy-Marine Corps team remains an expeditionary force-in-readiness when responding to crises, creating decision space or winning battles. (U.S. Marine Corps video Courtesy of Marine Corps Recruiting Command)

4th Marine Corps District Career Recruiter's Training Symposium

Brig. Gen. James F. Glynn, the commanding general of Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island and Eastern Recruiting Region, speaks to the 4th Marine Corps District career recruiters during a training symposium at Virginia Beach, VA, Oct. 9, 2019. The training event brought all career recruiters together to provide information, develop updated recruiting products, and conduct sustainment training for the professional development of 4MCD’s Career Recruiting force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Nelson Duenas)

Educators Workshop

Educators from the 4th Marine Corps District traveled to Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, to experience the Educators Workshop. Courtney Rampey an English teacher from Stafford High School, Fredericksburg, Virginia, Emmanuel Dombo a wrestling coach and club advisor from John Champe High School, Loudoun County, Virginia, Ryan Ward a special education teacher from Fairfax County Juvenile Detention Center, Fairfax County, Virginia, U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Maryanna Sheck, an escorting officer with Recruit Training Regiment, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, and Yuma, Arizona native, Staff Sgt. Morgan Drinkard, a drill instructor with 4th Recruit Training Battalion, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island and Birmingham, Alabama, native, talk about the Educators Workshop. The workshop allows educators to have an inside look at educational benefits and career opportunities in the Marine Corps (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Nelson Duenas)

Battles Won Academy 2019

The Battles Won Academy is an opportunity for the Marine Corps to recognize students who are fighting and winning battles - both on the playing field and off - to make their communities stronger. The program develops skills not only important in sports and school, but throughout life, such as self-confidence, discipline, teamwork and how to hone the fighting spirit. (U.S. Marine Corps video edited by SSgt. Gregory Boyd)

Relief and Appointment

Sergeant Major Chester Wilson III (foreground), and Sergeant Major Mark F. Gonzales report to Colonel Robert M. Clark for the passing of the sword of office during a relief and appointment ceremony welcoming Sgt. Maj. Wilson as the new sergeant major and saying farewell to Sgt. Maj. Gonzales the old sergeant major of the 4th Marine Corps district May 10, 2019. Sgt. Maj. Wilson came to the 4th District from Recruiting Station Riverside, California. Sergeant Major Gonzales retired from the Marine Corps after 30 years of faithful service.

military formation for a retirement with color guard in the background.

Sergeant Major retires after 30 years of service

Sergeant Marjor Mark F. Gonzales reports to Col Robert M. Clark during his retirement ceremony May 10, 2019 at Defense Distribution Center Susquehana, Penn. Gonzales retired after 30 years of service in the Marine Corps and finished his career as the 4th Marine Corps District sergeant major after serving all around the world and completing 10 deployments, many in support of Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom.

Chaplain sitting in office talking to a Marine

Supporting the recruiter: The role of the Chaplain

U.S Navy Lt. James P. Block counsels a Marine at 4th Marine Corps District headquarters in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, November 1, 2018. The chaplain is an essential component of the Marine Corps war machine, they are proof that the leadership takes the human element of their troops with utmost seriousness. Block, a native of Los Angeles, is the chaplain for 4th Marine Corps District.

4MCD Marine named USO of Pennsylvania 2018 Service Member of the Year

Cpl. Alyssa VonDras, pictured here, was named as USO of Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey 2018 Service Member of the year. She currently serves as the command photographer with 4th Marine Corps District Headquarters, Marine Corps Recruiting Command located in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, October 4, 2018.

Unit Leaders

Colonel Robert M. Clark
Commanding Officer, 4th Marine Corps District
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Sergeant Major Chester Wilson III
Sergeant Major, 4th Marine Corps District
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Unit News

Novi Native Sheds 120 Pounds to Become U.S. Marine By Cpl. Nicholas Lubchenko | September 24, 2019 Lansing, Mich. – Private First Class Brodie Herbst demonstrated the fighting spirit of the Marine Corps by overcoming the challenge to lose 120 pounds as he strove to earn the title United States Marine. From the day he stepped into a Marine Corps recruiting office to the day of graduation, Herbst worked with both his recruiters and on his own to go from 300 to 180 pounds. MORE

Making Mission: Commandant of the Marine Corps recognizes the top Marine Corps recruiters By Cpl. Naomi May | January 11, 2019 Four Marines currently assigned to recruiting duty were honored for their exceptional efforts in exceeding their recruiting missions during fiscal year 2018 at the Commandant of the Marine Corps’ 2019 Combined Awards Program ceremony aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, January 11, 2019. MORE

Supporting the recruiter: The role of the Chaplain By Cpl. Nelson Duenas | November 21, 2018 New Cumberland, Pa. – The chaplain is an essential component of the Marine Corps war machine, they are proof that the leadership takes the human element of their troops with utmost seriousness. MORE

4MCD Marine named USO of Pennsylvania 2018 Service Member of the Year By Cpl. Nelson Duenas | November 19, 2018 Honoring the traditions of her family and setting an example for her peers Corporal Alyssa VonDras excels in her post as the command photographer at 4th Marine Corps District Headquarters, where she has served since April 2016. MORE

Poolee saves disabled man during flood By Sgt. Kimberlyn Adams | October 17, 2018 Before they arrive at recruit training and step on the famous yellow footprints, future Marines are taught to always to do the right thing. Christian Hankins, a poolee from Marine Recruiting Station Frederick, Recruiting Substation Leesburg, Virginia, took that to a whole new level when he used skills he learned in the Delayed Entry Program to save a disabled man’s life during a flood in Dansville, Virginia. MORE

MCSC teams with Marines to build world’s first continuous 3D-printed concrete barracks By Kaitlin Kelly, MCSC Office of Public Affairs and Communication | August 23, 2018 The Marine Corps is leading the way in employing advanced technologies and robotic construction. Earlier this month, the Additive Manufacturing Team at Marine Corps Systems Command teamed up with Marines from I Marine Expeditionary Force to operate the world's largest concrete 3D printer at the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center in Champaign, Illinois. As a joint effort between the Marine Corps, Army and Navy Seabees, an expeditionary concrete 3D printer was used to print a 500-square-foot barracks hut in 40 hours. MORE

200 Students Graduate 2018 Summer Leadership, Character Development Academy By Sgt. Shaehmus Sawyer | July 22, 2018 MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Virginia -- Approximately 200 high school students attended Marine Corps Recruiting Command’s 2018 Summer Leadership and Character Development Academy (SLCDA) aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, from July 16-22. MORE

History of the Marine Corps Musicians and their future. By Cpl. Nelson Duenas | July 20, 2018 The beating of drums and the piercing piping of the fife has been heard across battlefields since time immemorial. As warfare evolved, commanders needed musical tones that could cut through the immense gun smoke, the roar of cannons and gunfire to carry information and provide order in the chaos of war. MORE

Parris Island Welcomes New Commanding General By | June 15, 2018 Brig. Gen. Austin E. Renforth relinquished command of Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island and Eastern Recruiting Region to Brig. Gen. James F. Glynn during a change of command ceremony at the All-Weather Training Facility June 15, 2018. MORE

Marine Recruits Overcome Fears on Parris Island Confidence Course By | June 12, 2018 Approximately 200 recruits from India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, experienced their first ‘gut check’ of recruit training when they sprinted, jumped and climbed their way through the Confidence Course Monday. MORE

Bierman assumes command of MCRC By LCpl. Naomi Marcom | June 7, 2018 Maj. Gen. James W. Bierman, Jr. took over responsibilities as Commanding General (CG) of Marine Corps Recruiting Command (MCRC) from Maj. Gen. Paul J. Kennedy during a change of command ceremony June 7, 2018. MORE

St. Charles Prep student selected to attend Marine Leadership Academy By Sgt. Caitlin Brink | June 6, 2018 A St. Charles Preparatory school junior has earned a spot at the Marine Corps Summer Leadership and Character Development Academy through his dedication to giving back to his fellow students and his community. Colin Lauber of Columbus, Ohio, is one of 200 students nationwide selected to attend. MORE

SLCDA: Meghan Fox takes over MCB Quantico By Sgt. Kimberlyn Adams | May 29, 2018 Every year the Marine Corps accepts applications from students across the country, hoping to be selected to attend the Summer Leadership and Character Development Academy (SLCDA). The six-day program is held at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, and is designed to start preparing rising high school juniors and seniors for college through Marine Corps leadership skills, ethics, character development and teamwork. More than 800 applications were submitted, only 196 students were selected. One of those selectees is Meghan Fox from Berkeley Springs, West Virginia, who MORE

Port Royal native named Recruiter of the Year By Cpl. Michael McHale | April 12, 2018 At any given time, there are approximately 3,760 Marines serving as canvassing recruiters in communities throughout the United States and its territories. The Marines who hold these billets provide opportunities for men and women with the fighting spirit the chance to become United States Marines. Each year, Marine Corps Recruiting Command (MCRC) challenges recruiters to do their best and awards six recruiters the title of District Recruiter of the Year with one which is selected as the Recruiter of the Year as part of the Commandant of the Marine Corps' (CMC) Combined Awards Program. MORE

All-woman Marine color guard opens for Women's Final Four Semi-finals By Lance Cpl. Naomi Marcom | March 31, 2018 COLUMBUS, Ohio – The four Marines shined the brims of their covers, polished their shoes, donned their white belts and gold buckles and aligned their ribbons. They prepared to present their rifles and flags during the national anthem for a crowd of nearly 20,000, but not before they applied bright-red lipstick. MORE

Marines Teach Core Values of Success to MEAC Attendees By Cpl.Michael McHale | March 12, 2018 U.S. Marines partnered with the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) for the 2018 MEAC Basketball Tournament at the Scope Arena in Norfolk, Virginia, March 5-10. MORE

North Carolina musicians to march to Marine Corps beat By Sgt. Antonio Rubio | March 12, 2018 Musician Enlistment Option Program (MEOP) is a very selective program, within an elite organization, and provides outstanding opportunities for performance, travel, education and adventure within the United States Marine Corps. MORE

Earning the title: a lifelong journey to become a Marine By Marine Corps Sgt. J. R. Heins, 4th Marine Corps District | January 26, 2018 MARINE CORPS RECRUITING STATION DETROIT – When Jacob Perry Sullivan first met U.S. Marine Gunnery Sergeant Nicholas G. Papple earlier this year, the interaction was anything but ordinary MORE

Lynchburg Marines assist local first responders at Sharp Top Mountain By Sgt. Logan Ridenour | October 30, 2017 Marines are ready to respond to crisis at a moment’s notice – no matter where they are. So when recruiters and poolees from Recruiting Substation Lynchburg made it to the top of Sharp Top Mountain, they quickly realized it was the journey down that would define the success of their hike. MORE

Marine Week Detroit By Sgt. J. R. Heins | September 20, 2017 MORE

Marines bid farewell to Detroit… For now By Sgt. Nathan Wicks | September 10, 2017 DETROIT -- U.S. Marines with the Marine Corps Recruiting Command departed Detroit wrapping up a series of outreach events as a part of their City Partnership Sep. 10, 2017. MORE

Marines host basketball tournament in Detroit By Cpl. Julien Rodarte | September 9, 2017 DETROIT-- Girls from throughout the local school districts participated, going head-to-head in a friendly bracket style tournament. MORE

Marines reach out with new City Partnership By Sgt. Nathan Wicks | September 5, 2017 DETROIT-- U.S. Marines with the Marine Corps Recruiting Command arrived in Detroit beginning a series of outreach events, starting what will become an enduring City Partnership Sept. 4, 2017. MORE

Spencer Ohio native turns down Harvard in favor of Marine Corps By Sgt. Tyler S. Giguere | June 15, 2017 The decision to enlist as a United States Marine is never made lightly, but for Pfc. Gabbrielle Cecil that decision may have been even more difficult because it meant that she was turning down her acceptance to Harvard University. MORE

Early College of North Forsyth student receives NROTC scholarship By Sgt. Antonio J. Rubio | May 16, 2017 Across the country, many high school seniors are working hard on figuring out how they’re going to pay for one of the largest investments they will make: college. But one Early College of North Forsyth senior has found her solution, and she’s going to do it with the help of the United States Marine Corps. MORE

Virginia Tech Gamma Phi Beta President earns title Marine By Sgt. Caitlin Brink | May 10, 2017 From president of the Gamma Phi Beta Sorority at Virginia Tech to the college’s Recreational Sports Facilities Supervisor, 22-year-old Elaine Lewis has always had a passion for leadership. In May of 2014 that passion led Lewis into her local Marine Corps Officer Selection Office, and on May 13, 2017, she will finally commission as a second lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps. MORE

Adapt and overcome: Muskegon native loses over 70 pounds to earn the title Marine By Sgt. Immanuel Johnson | April 21, 2017 Muskegon native, Pfc. Christopher Rogers, won a battle against himself and self-doubt by losing a large amount of weight to graduate from Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, South Carolina, on April 7, 2017. MORE

Warren native follows little brother’s footsteps to Marine Corps recruit training By Sgt. J. R. Heins | April 13, 2017 In early 2016, Kristen J. Sitek was escorted into Detroit’s Military Entrance Processing Station. She was surrounded by a crowd, all eager to watch their loved ones swear into the branches of the armed services. MORE

Future Marines enlist on ice at Columbus Blue Jackets game By Sgt. Caitlin Brink | March 13, 2017 A crowd of thousands roared to life Saturday night as future service men and women walked onto the ice during an Oath of Enlistment ceremony at the Columbus Blue Jackets game Jan. 21 in Columbus, Ohio. Among those on the ice were 10 future Marines who shared this moment with family, friends and Blue Jackets fans who sat in the stands. MORE

Marine Corps Poolees get lost in the Woods By Sgt. Stephen Himes | March 3, 2017 After a week of rain, snow, and sub-freezing temperatures, Mother Nature warmed up Hogback Ridge Park as Marines and future Marines descended upon the grounds Feb. 18. The ground was mostly dry as the future Marines or poolees as they are called arrived at “point one,” a lone pavilion in a clearing surrounded by woods. On the tables lay maps, protractors, pens, and most importantly compasses. The poolees of Marine Corps Recruiting Sub-Station Mentor were about to learn the critical skill of land navigation. MORE

Chillicothe Football Coach earns prestigious Marine Corps award By Sgt. Caitlin Brink | February 10, 2017 The Chillicothe High School gymnasium echoed with the cheers of its students and staff. Head football coach Ron Hinton was being honored by the United States Marine Corps with the 2017 Semper Fi Coach's award Feb. 7 during halftime of the Chillicothe Cavaliers boys' varsity basketball game. MORE

Sustaining a legacy of service By Sgt. J. R. Heins | December 22, 2016 The U. S. Marine Corps has a long heritage of customs, principles, and traditions dating back to its founding in 1775. In Wyandotte, Michigan, one long-standing family tradition continues while a new one begins. MORE

Oak Lawn Marine Named 4th Marine Corps District Prior Service Recruiter of Year By Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere | December 19, 2016 “I was shocked, and honored that the Marine Corps recognized me for this. I never thought this was in the cards for me. It felt like all of my hard work payed off in the end,” said Staff Sgt. Scott L. Kupres, a prior service recruiter out of Quantico. MORE

Answering the call: Traverse City native earns the title United States Marine By Cpl. Immanuel M. Johnson | October 25, 2016 Traverse City native, Pfc. Anne E. Lyman, graduated recruit training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, South Carolina, on Oct. 14. She was the company honor graduate and achieved the highest physical fitness and combat fitness scores in her company. MORE

Michigan native overcomes obstacle to become Marine Officer By Sgt. J. R. Heins | September 29, 2016 How much would you sacrifice to meet your goals and ambitions? This past year, a college student from Gibraltar, Michigan has sought out to accomplish his dreams – and he has changed his life. MORE

Rockville future Marines push through 3-mile hike By Sgt. Anthony J. Kirby | September 27, 2016 To the U.S. Marines, the recruiting process doesn’t stop when they find an individual who is willing and able to serve their country. Marine recruiters work tirelessly at mentoring, counseling, and training their young volunteers until it comes time to attend recruit training at Parris Island, South Carolina. MORE

Recruiting Station Raleigh welcomes new sergeant major By Sgt. Antonio J. Rubio | August 1, 2016 Sgt. Maj. Jim E. Lanham relinquished his post at Marine Corps Recruiting Station Raleigh to Sgt. Maj. Jonathan W. Clark during a relief and appointment ceremony, June 30 at the North Carolina State University Memorial Bell Tower. MORE

New sheriff in town for Recruiting Station Frederick By Sgt. Anthony J. Kirby | July 25, 2016 The commanding officer of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Frederick relinquished his command in a ceremony held at Fort Detrick, Maryland, on June 28. MORE

Twins receive full-ride scholarship from the Marines By Sgt. Dwight Henderson | May 26, 2016 If there is one word that describes sisters, Madison N. Hamby and Madelyn M. Hamby, it is driven. MORE

High flying South Brunswick student graduates early to join the Marine Corps. By Sgt. Dwight Henderson | March 1, 2016 WILMINGTON, N.C. — High school graduation can be viewed as the end of a journey, but it is also the MORE

Marines team up with car dealers for Toys for Tots By Sgt. Aaron I. Diamant | December 18, 2015 Since 1948, the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve has collected toys for less-fortunate children around the MORE

Old Dominion takes flight with Marines By Sgt. Aaron Diamant | November 23, 2015 The Webb Student Center at Old Dominion University was buzzinga little more than usual October 28th MORE

Setting the tempo: Lynchburg trumpet player graduates boot camp with honors By Sgt. Aaron Diamant | November 23, 2015 Marine Corps Recruit Training is meant to be difficult, butone Lynchburg native set the pace for his MORE

Detroit Marine honored at Lions Game By Sgt. J. R. Heins | October 20, 2015 A local Marine was honored as a "Detroit Lion's Hometown Hero" during a National Football League MORE

Marines show poolees proper weapon handling techniques By Sgt. Dwight Henderson | October 19, 2015 Future Marines in training spent a Saturday learning all about weapons as a part of a recruiting MORE

Marine recruiter from Las Vegas wins big, earns coveted meritorious promotion By Sgt. Anthony Kirby | October 6, 2015 It is no secret that the military is a demanding career. Time with one’s family can sometimes be MORE

Musician, world traveler, Marine: local returns to hometown as a recruiter By Sgt. Aaron I. Diamant | September 30, 2015 For Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Justin Billingsley, after 12 years of service to the nation and Corps, MORE

Lakota West Highschool senior selected to play in the Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl By Sgt. Jennifer Pirante | September 22, 2015 A top high school senior and cornerback for the Lakota West High School Firebirds, was presented MORE

MCFOP flies by Michigan, Ohio universities By Sgt. J. R. Heins | September 22, 2015 Hundreds of university students in Michigan and Ohio got a chance to meet with a Marine Corps pilot MORE

Marine Corps Band Inspires Beckley Youth By Sgt. Caitlin Brink | September 18, 2015 “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band awed the crowd and inspired the next generation of MORE

The title Marine drives some to perform astonishing feats By Sgt. S.D. Himes | September 15, 2015 Marine Corps Recruit Training transforms its graduates into U.S. Marines, and most will experience MORE

Pittsburgh Marine receives second Navy Marine Corps Medal By Cpl. Kyle Welshans | September 11, 2015 Master Sgt. Jay Wilfrom, the adjutant chief for the 4th Marine Corps District, received the Navy MORE

Bassett Bengals football trains with Marines, preps for gridiron combat By Sgt. Aaron I. Diamant | September 8, 2015 For nearly 60 high school football players, Thursday, Aug. 27 was no ordinary after school practice MORE

4th MCD Marine gets promoted By Cpl. Kyle Welshans | September 3, 2015 U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Andrew Cornick, a native of Rochester, Minnesota, and 2004 graduate of MORE

Marine from Newark promoted after returning from 7-month deployment By Sgt. Bryan Nygaard | September 3, 2015 U.S. Marine Corporal William Pawley was promoted to his present rank in a ceremony at a local MORE

Polish Seaman joins Marine Corps By Sgt. Dwight Henderson | September 3, 2015 The U.S. Marine Corps’ reputation is one of an elite fighting force. Its history of tenacity, MORE

Marine receives Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal By Cpl.Kyle Welshans | September 3, 2015 U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Daeton Shafer, a native of San Juan, New Mexico, and 2003 graduate of MORE

Strasburg, Virginia native saves life in pool By Sgt. Anthony Kirby | August 31, 2015 A future Marine saved a 16-year old boy from drowningat the Strasburg Town Pool in Strasburg, MORE

RS Detroit Marines, family enjoy annual family day By Sgt. J. R. Heins | August 31, 2015 More than 100 Marines and their family members from across Recruiting Station Detroit attended the MORE

Walnut Hills wins with ‘armed forces offense’ during Marines Battle of the Gridiron Tour By Sgt. Jennifer Pirante | August 28, 2015 The crowd buzzed as students, parents and alumni of Walnut Hills High School poured in to the MORE

Marines prepare poolees both physically, mentally By Sgt. J.R. Heins | August 21, 2015 More than 15 Marine Corps poolees along with several guests attended Marine Corps Recruiting MORE

Midshipman exemplifies core values in pursuit of NROTC Scholarship By Sgt. Stephen Himes | August 7, 2015 Honor, courage and commitment. These three words form the foundation of a U.S. Marine’s core MORE

Virginia Air Force cadets cross-train with Marines during leadership course By Sgt. Anthony Kirby | August 6, 2015 Marine Corps recruiters in Chantilly, Virginia trained Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training MORE

Marine Corps Recruiting Station signs pact to lessen high school dropouts By Sgt. Caitlin Brink | August 6, 2015 Community leaders in education and local armed services representatives came together to re-sign the MORE

Son of immigrants develops leadership skills while preparing to give back to country By Sgt. Dwight Henderson | August 6, 2015 It is evident why the other young men and women gravitate toward him. His energy is infectious, and MORE

4th Marine Corps Districts Executive Officer retires after 24 years of service By Cpl. Kyle Welshans | July 23, 2015 After 24 years of service to his country, Lt. Col. Donald B. Moor, retired from the Marine Corps MORE

Future female Marines tackle Marine Corps lifestyle By Cpl. J.R. Heins | July 20, 2015 Twenty female Marine poolees and their guests tasted the Marine Corps’ lifestyle after going through MORE

Marine from Houston promoted by three-star general By Sgt. Bryan Nygaard | June 12, 2015 During the summer months at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C, thousands of people converge on the MORE

RS Detroit presents NROTC scholarship By Cpl. J. R. Heins | June 4, 2015 A senior at Grosse Pointe South High School received the Naval Reserve Officers' Training Corps MORE

Recruiting Station prepares female poolees with annual statewide function By Sgt. Aaron Diamant | June 3, 2015 For 24 female Marine poolees, May 16 was a taste of what was to come, as they participated in Marine MORE

Herndon High School students get workout by Sterling, Virginia Marines By Sgt. Anthony Kirby | June 2, 2015 Pfcs. Kyle Snoich and Claire Drew, U.S. Marines from Sterling, Virginia, returned home to share MORE

Recruiting Station Frederick Recruiting Substations compete for top spot in FY15 Pool Function By Sgt. Anthoony Kirby | May 20, 2015 More than 300 future Marines and their families from across parts of Maryland, Virginia, and West MORE

Future Marine displays heroism while serving as volunteer firefighter By Sgt. Bryan Nygaard | May 19, 2015 Matthew Shrawder and four other firefighters with the Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department arrived on MORE

RS Louisville recruiter earns NAM By Sgt. Jennifer Pirante | May 15, 2015 Sgt. Joseph M. Parvin, production recruiter at Marine Corps Recruiting Sub-Station Florence, MORE

Poolee loses more than 70 pounds to join Marine Corps By Sgt. Dwight Henderson | May 12, 2015 Sweat dripping off his face and legs burning from lactic acid, Dylan DeYoung finishes the last few MORE

Ohio students get an opportunity to fly flight simulators By Cpl. Kyle Welshans | May 12, 2015 Students at Case Western University and Kent State University got an opportunity to show off and MORE

West Virginia community reaches for Marine Corps help with youth By Sgt. Caitlin Brink | May 10, 2015 The U.S. Marines answered a community’s call for help [D1] [BSCM2] May 20, 2015, in Madison, West MORE

Future Marine Corps officer candidates participate in mini OCS By Cpl. Kyle Welshans | May 1, 2015 More than 50 Marine Corps officer candidates from recruiting stations Charleston and Louisville MORE

Recruiting Station Louisville conducts 45th annual Colonel William R. Higgins Memorial Mess Night By Capt. Christina Peters | April 28, 2015 Recruiting Station Louisville conducted its 45th annual Col. William R. Higgins Memorial Mess Night MORE

RS Louisville sergeant major retires, station welcomes new sergeant major By Sgt. Jennifer Pirante | April 6, 2015 Marines, family and friends of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Louisville, Kentucky, gathered as MORE

Mameluke Officer Sword presented to Officer Selection Office Fairfax’s applicant of the year By Sgt. Anthony Kirby | April 3, 2015 The U.S. Marine Corps Officer Candidate School is tough. Many might apply, but only the best and MORE

Marine Corps offers cutting edge paid internship program to college students By Sgt. Bryan J. Nygaard | April 2, 2015 The Marine Corps is offering a summer internship to anyone attending or planning to attend an MORE

Local Marines rev up Northeast Ohio auto show By Sgt. T.M. Stewman | April 1, 2015 U.S. Marines participated in the Summit Racing Equipment 49th Annual I-X Piston Powered Auto-Rama, MORE

Recruiting Station Frederick’s sergeant major passes the torch By Sgt. Anthony Kirby | March 31, 2015 Sgt. Maj. William E. Sweeney relinquished his post at Marine Corps Recruiting Station Frederick to MORE

West Virginia high school program teaches self-discipline, leadership skills to students By Sgt. Caitlin Brink | March 25, 2015 Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer’s Training Corps cadets at St. Albans High School marched MORE

High School senior receives MPMA Covington-Hagan Scholarship By Sgt. Jennifer Pirante | March 25, 2015 In an effort to encourage the pursuit of higher education in the local African-American community, MORE

Marines, MEAC score big together By Sgt. Nicholas Ranum | March 18, 2015 NORFOLK, VA – The U.S. Marines came in full force to support the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference MORE

Local Marines participate in Cleveland football clinic By Sgt. T.M. Stewman | March 9, 2015 Aurora, Ohio—U.S. Marines from Recruiting Station Cleveland participated in a football clinic Feb. MORE

Marine Corps JROTC units strut their stuff in drill competition By Sgt. Aaron Diamant | March 9, 2015 RICHMOND, VIRGINIA- Cadets from 10 different Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps MORE

Future Marine saves teacher’s life, receives city’s gratitude By Sgt. Jennifer Pirante | February 27, 2015 Fairfield City Council and Mayor Steve Miller proclaimed Feb 9, 2015 to be “John Jones Day” in honor MORE

Charleston, West Virginia educators get a firsthand look at Marine Corps recruit training By Sgt. Tyler Hlavac | February 16, 2015 Thirty eight educators from West Virginia, Kentucky and Ohio endured the rigors of Marine Corps MORE

4th Marine Corps District Sergeant Major retires after 30 years of service By | February 6, 2015 New Cumberland, Pennsylvania— After 30 years of faithful service to his country and the Marine MORE

Marine from Waldorf appointed to warrant officer By Sgt. Bryan Nygaard | February 6, 2015 TRIANGLE, Virginia – As the temperature dipped below 20 degrees, a small, frigid formation of MORE

Marine Corps Leadership Seminar prepare Virginia students for success By Sgt. Aaron Diamant | January 29, 2015 On top of packed college schedules, several young men and women in the Gloucester Institute’s MORE

New 4th Marine Corps District simulators visit Morgantown University By Cpl. Amber Williams | January 23, 2015 The Marine Corps is always seeking to recruit the best and the brightest. This can be a difficult MORE

Louisville educators take on Marine Corps Bootcamp By Sgt. Jennifer Pirante | January 9, 2015 Marine Corps bootcamp has a reputation as the most physically and mentally difficult training MORE

Marines select St. John’s College High School defensive back to play in Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl By Sgt. Bryan Nygaard | December 22, 2014 Ayron Monroe, a standout defensive back for the St. John’s College High School football team, was MORE

Lorain, Ohio native wins 4MCD recruiter instructor of the year award By Cpl. Amber Williams | December 22, 2014 Recruiting Station Frederick’s recruiter instructor has been recognized as the 4th Marine Corps MORE

Garner running back to play in Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl By Sgt. Dwight Henderson | November 25, 2014 RALEIGH, NC — If you Google his name you will find stories and videos that showcase his talent. If MORE

RS Frederick Marine becomes U.S. citizen on the Marine Corps birthday By Cpl. Amber Williams | November 25, 2014 Triangle, Va. -- U.S. Marine Sgt. Gustavo A. Arroliga, a recruiter at Recruiting Sub-Station MORE

Greensville, North Carolina twins join Marine Corps together By Cpl. Aaron Diamant | November 25, 2014 Richmond, Virginia- It has been said that twins share a special bond throughout their lives. For the MORE

Marines select Westerville South Lineman for Semper Fi Bowl By Cpl. Kyle Welshans | November 25, 2014 Westerville, Ohio— An offensive lineman from the Westerville South High School football team was MORE

Lakota West offensive lineman selected to play in the Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl By Sgt. Jennifer Pirante | October 31, 2014 Louisville, KY –George Asafo-Adjei, 18, of West Chester, Ohio, was recognized during a presentation MORE

Marines teach leadership at 100 Black Men event By Sgt. Dwight Henderson | October 28, 2014 U.S. Marines spent a day teaching leadership to young people at North Carolina State University in MORE

Marines select Dublin Scioto HS Quarterback for Semper Fi Bowl By Sgt. Tyler Hlavac | October 28, 2014 A linebacker for the Dublin Scioto High School football team was officially recognized for his MORE

Officer Selection Team Cincinnati conducts pool function By Sgt. Jennifer Pirante | October 25, 2014 Louisville, KY – Marine Corps Officer Selection Team Cincinnati conducted a pool function at the MORE

Marines select Franklin High School lineman to play in Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl By Sgt. Bryan Nygaard | October 24, 2014 REISTERSTOWN, Maryland — Patrick Allen, a standout offensive lineman for the Franklin High School MORE

20 Years of devoted Marine Corps Service Comes to an End By Cpl. Amber Williams | October 15, 2014 After 20 years of service in the Marine Corps, Gunnery Sgt. John D. Ward retired during a ceremony MORE

Michigan teen follows family passion in the Marines By Sgt. Elyssa Quesada | October 15, 2014 “Being a Marine is all I’ve ever wanted to be.” The words are said by the slim, 19-year-old boy MORE

Marines select Athens HS Quarterback for Semper Fi Bowl By Sgt. Tyler Hlavac | October 7, 2014 The quarterback for the Athens High School football team, Joe Burrow, was officially recognized as MORE

Hubbard running back selected to play in the Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl By Sgt. Timothy Stewman | October 3, 2014 HUBBARD, Ohio— Hubbard High School running back, Larry “LJ” Scott, was recognized for being selected MORE

Marines fuel rivalry game in Akron By Sgt. T.M. Stewman | October 2, 2014 Rivalries fuel competitiveness on the field and bring out the best in every player. With an MORE

College athletes learn about leadership from the Marines By Sgt. Tyler Hlavac | October 2, 2014 The U.S. Marine Corps continued expansion of their outreach to female athletes by conducting MORE

13th 9/11 anniversary, American youth still ready to serve By Cpl. Aaron Diamant | September 30, 2014 On Sept. 11, 2001, American economic and military power was attacked by Al-Qaeda in what would MORE

Lynchburg teen drops 84 pounds to enlist in Marine Corps By Cpl. Aaron Diamant | August 13, 2014 In a time where less than one percent of Americans serve in the military, and the Department of MORE

Marine awarded for his outstanding work for 4MCD By Cpl. Kyle Welshans | August 8, 2014 Master Sgt. Tommy Moye, a Quincy, Fla., native, was awarded a Navy and Marine Corps Commendation MORE

RS Baltimore Marines help Cold War Marine reconnect to history By Sgt. Bryan Nygaard | August 7, 2014 The Marines at Recruiting Sub-Station Salisbury work over 60 hours every week to recruit highly MORE

Marines conduct leadership seminar with Xenia HS Football Team By Sgt. Tyler Hlavac | August 7, 2014 The Xenia High School football team, known as “The Buccaneers”, are now ready to start their MORE

RS Richmond Marine retires after 21-year career By Cpl. Aaron Diamant | August 6, 2014 After more than 21 years of service in the Marine Corps, Gunnery Sgt. Marvin Faulcon retired in a MORE

RS Frederick Marines educate leaders, teachers during 2014 Student Success Summit By Cpl. Amber Williams | August 6, 2014 Marines of Recruiting Station Frederick presented career opportunities at the 2014 Student Success MORE

Marines help Ohio, West Virginia All-Star Game find success By Sgt. Timothy Stewman | August 6, 2014 The rainy weather was not enough to keep the Marines of Recruiting Sub-Station Zanesville from MORE

Marine trains, teaches New Bern Young Marines By Sgt. Dwight Henderson | August 6, 2014 The mission of the Young Marines is “to positively impact America’s future by providing quality MORE

RS Charleston Marine retires after 30 years of service By Sgt. Tyler Hlavac | August 6, 2014 Surrounded by friends, family members and fellow Marines from Recruiting Station Charleston, Master MORE

4th Marine Corps District hosts change of command By Cpl. Nicholas S. Ranum | July 11, 2014 Col. Terence D. Trenchard relinquished command of the 4th Marine Corps District to Col. John A. Bolt MORE

RS Ricmond’s newest Officer Selection Station completes historic first contract By Cpl. Aaron Diamant | July 11, 2014 In a historic moment, U.S. Marine Corps Recruiting Station Richmond’s newest Officer Selection MORE

Barberton native loses 100 pounds in hopes of becoming Marine By Sgt. T.M. Stewman | July 2, 2014 Last spring, Steven Chaney walked into a Marine Corps recruiting office and said that he wanted to MORE

Marine completes four-year odyssey to join Marine Corps By Sgt. Dwight Henderson | July 2, 2014 Pvt. Katherine L. Palacio’s love for the Marine Corps is infections. With every word and action she MORE

Huntsville Marine takes reigns at Recruiting Station Louisville By Gunnery Sgt. Andrew Miller | July 2, 2014 After capping off a successful tour in one of the Marine Corps’ most demanding duties, Maj. Scott MORE

Marines conduct leadership seminar with Parkersburg HS Football Team By Sgt. Tyler Hlavac | June 25, 2014 The Parkersburg High School football team, known as “The Big Reds” received a boost after they MORE

North Carolina Marine walks with his high school graduating class after finishing school early By Sgt. Dwight Henderson | June 20, 2014 “Andrew Dwayne Morris,” said the speaker as Pvt. Andrew D. Morris walked across the stage to receive MORE

Major Megan McClung Leadership Award presented to former Parris Island drill instructor By Cpl. Aaron Diamant | June 19, 2014 More than 1,500 military women gathered at the only event in the United States dedicated to MORE

Michigan, Ohio Marine poolees, recruiters team build during annual pool function By Sgt. Elyssa Quesada | June 4, 2014 More than 350 Recruiting Station Detroit Marines and poolees from across the 14,000-square miles of MORE

Lakeland High School student receives Marine Corps NROTC scholarship By Sgt. Elyssa Quesada | June 3, 2014 Recruiting Station Detroit, on behalf of the U. S. Marine Corps, presented a Howell, Mich., area MORE

Our Community Salutes recognizes future Marines By Sgt. Amber Williams | June 3, 2014 Twenty-eight future Marines were recognized at the Our Community Salutes’ Northern Virginia Chapter MORE

Marine Corps Quantico Band performs with Elyria High School band By Sgt. T.M. Stewman | June 2, 2014 The Marine Corps Quantico Band recently visited northeast Ohio, where they performed at the MORE

Chancellor High School senior receives US Marine Corps football certificate By Sgt. Amber Williams | June 2, 2014 Every year, the Marine Corps invites less than 100 of the best high school football players to MORE

Ashland, Ky. native receives $150,000 NROTC Marine Option Scholarship By Sgt. Tyler Hlavac | June 2, 2014 Joseph Hupp, an Ashland, Ky. native and a senior at Boyd County High School, was awarded a $150,000 MORE

‘America’s War Horse’ SSgt. Reckless honored, remembered at Triple Crown race By Cpl. Nicholas Ranum | May 20, 2014 More than 60 years ago, in the mountains of the Korean Peninsula, the Marines of the Recoiless Rifle MORE

RS Baltimore poolees compete in statewide pool function By LCpl. Kyle Welshans | May 7, 2014 Recruiting Station Baltimore held a statewide pool function to educate poolees at Aberdeen Proving MORE

Marines of RS Frederick take to Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival By Sgt. Amber Williams | May 7, 2014 Marines with Recruiting Sub-Stations Winchester and Martinsburg woke up bright and early May 2 to MORE

Marine Corps Delayed Entry Program proves beneficial for poolees By Sgt. Timothy Stewman | May 2, 2014 Every month, recruiting stations across the Marine Corps welcome new young men and women into the MORE

Future officer candidates experience life at Officer Candidates School By Sgt. Tyler Hlavac | May 2, 2014 Twenty-eight aspiring officer candidates from Officer Selection Team Columbus, Ohio spent the MORE

Marines visit Miles Jones Elementary School’s career day By Cpl. Aaron Diamant | May 1, 2014 Two Recruiting Station Richmond Marines were greeted with awe as they walked into a first grade MORE

Carolina Hurricanes honor two RS Raleigh Marines during final game of season By Sgt. Dwight Henderson | April 24, 2014 Sgt. Thomas S. Otwell and Sgt. David A. Miller, recruiters with Marine Corps Recruiting Station MORE

Maryland educators get an inside look at Marine Corps recruit training By Sgt. Bryan Nygaard | April 16, 2014 Every year, more than 20,000 men and women are recruited and sent to Marine Corps Recruit Depot MORE

Michigan, Ohio educators visit Marine Corps recruit training By Sgt. Elyssa Quesada | April 9, 2014 Twenty educators from southeastern Michigan and northwestern Ohio experienced Marine Corps recruit MORE

Marine recruiter selected for prestigious military law enforcement opportunity By Sgt. Timothy Stewman | April 8, 2014 Sgt. Todd F. Schuller, a Boardman, Ohio native and extended active duty recruiter with Recruiting MORE

Marine lives boyhood dream, serves as volunteer firefighter By Lance Cpl. Kyle Welshans | April 7, 2014 Marines at the 4th Marine Corps District take serving the community to the next level. As a part of MORE

W.Va. native, Marine Corps career recruiter retires after 20 years of service By Sgt. Tyler Hlavac | March 28, 2014 Surrounded by friends, family members and fellow Marines from Recruiting Station Charleston, Gunnery MORE

Marines, MEAC partner for 2014 basketball tournament By Lance Cpl. Francisco Martinez | March 19, 2014 Marines partnered with the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference for the 2014 MEAC Basketball Tournament MORE

Marines engage local youth at MEAC basketball tournament, impart leadership skills By Lance Cpl. Jacky Fang | March 19, 2014 Marines conducted a community outreach program during the 2014 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference MORE

Marines, poolees conduct pool function after Pax By Sgt. Amber Williams | March 19, 2014 Recruiting Station Frederick’s area experienced a large amount of snow this year causing pool MORE

Parents, family learn about process to become Marine By Sgt. Henderson | March 19, 2014 Marine Corps Recruiting Sub-Station Greenville hosted a family night at the East Carolina University MORE

Marine Applicant wins Wrestling State Championship By Sgt. Dwight Henderson | March 5, 2014 Chris Jaeger wrestles and excels academically in his school. His physical, mental and moral strength MORE

Applicant perseveres for opportunity to become a Marine By Sgt. Timothy Stewman | March 5, 2014 Honor. Courage. Commitment.To the average person those three words can have different meanings. For MORE

RS Frederick Applicant takes Honor Graduate By Sgt. Amber Williams | March 5, 2014 There are quite a few things that go into becoming an honor graduate, from exemplifying the core MORE

Eastern Michigan Marine officer candidate continues legacy By Sgt. Elyssa Quesada | March 4, 2014 Marine officer candidate Joe Zarzycki attends Eastern Michigan University as a junior studying MORE

Hiram College opens housing for veterans By Sgt. Timothy Stewman | February 6, 2014 It is not necessary to be from a big university to make a huge difference in the lives of veterans MORE

High School seniors from across Virginia compete for NROTC scholarships By Cpl. Aaron Diamant | February 6, 2014 More than 20 high school seniors from across Virginia travelled to Recruiting Station Richmond Jan. MORE

Arlington, Texas Marine recognized for superior achievement in recruiting By Sgt. Bryan Nygaard | February 6, 2014 Matt Humiston was a junior at Kennedale High School in Arlington, Texas when the World Trade Center MORE

RS Frederick raises the bar for PT By Sgt. Amber Williams | February 4, 2014 Physical fitness is paramount in maintaining a healthy Delayed Entry Program that will ultimately MORE

Marine promoted on hard work and dedication By Sgt, Daniel Angel | January 31, 2014 Staff Sgt Lance K. Harvey, originally from Vermontville, Mich., was meritoriously promoted to the MORE

Ohio Twins enlist in Marine Corps By Sgt, Tyler Hlavac | January 31, 2014 As identical twins, there are not many things John and Mike Lange do apart. Whether it is working MORE

Michigan, Ohio, Marines, recruits participate in female pool function By Sgt. Elyssa Quesada | January 29, 2014 More than 40 members of Recruiting Station Detroit participated in a female pool function in MORE

Fan Fest allows Semper Fi Bowl Attendees to learn about Marine Corps By Sgt. Dwight Henderson | January 13, 2014 Local Marines set up vehicles and booths for Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl attendees to learn MORE

RS Richmond’s operations chief earns 4MCD Operations Chief of the Year By Cpl. Aaron Diamont | December 23, 2013 Gunnery Sgt. Jerry Laurenti, Marine Corps Recruiting Station Richmond’s operations chief, is known MORE

Cleveland Marine selected as district’s top recruiter By Sgt. T. M. Stewman | December 23, 2013 Part of being a Marine is being the best in any activity. For one recruiter, being the best paid off MORE

Candidate overcomes history, chooses to become Marine officer By Sgt. Elyssa Quesada | December 23, 2013 Since Shane Azizi was young, one piece of advice from his father Jahan always stuck with him; “No MORE

Marines move to Wake Forest By Sgt. Dwight Henderson | December 18, 2013 Marine Corps Recruiting Station Raleigh opened a new permanent contact station in Wake Forest, N.C. MORE

Marine veteran receives Bronze Star after more than 46 years By Sgt. Tyler Hlavac | December 18, 2013 On Dec. 13, in front of friends, family and fellow Marines from Company L, 3rd Battalion, 25th MORE

Local recruiter’s daughter follows father’s footsteps, becomes Marine By Sgt. T.M. Stewman | December 11, 2013 Earning the coveted Eagle, Globe and Anchor is mostly commonly described as one of the most MORE

Mom, runner, logistics clerk takes 4th MCD Marine of the Year By Sgt. Amber Williams | December 11, 2013 Sgt. Donna Williams , the Marine Corps Recruiting Station Frederick logistics clerk, maintains a MORE

Dominican Republic native sheds 140 pounds to enlist in Marine Corps By Cpl. Bryan Nygaard | December 11, 2013 Approximately 30 young men and women packed into the Cpl. Jennifer M. Parcell Ceremony Room to take MORE

RS Cleveland brings females together to improve fitness, knowledge By T. M. Stewman | November 27, 2013 More than 35 female poolees from Recruiting Station Cleveland participated in an all-female pool MORE

Iraqi-born female becomes Marine, gives back to US By Sgt. Amber Williams | November 27, 2013 The majority of the Marine Corps enlistees are young American males but not Aseel Salman. Being MORE

RS Charleston Poolees compete for top sub-station By Sgt. Tyler J. Hlavac | November 26, 2013 Approximately 100 Marines and poolees braved below freezing temperatures to compete for top MORE

Marine general speaks about leadership at Chesterfield high schools By Cpl. Aaron Diamant | November 15, 2013 It’s not every day that a Marine brigadier general visits a high school to speak about leadership, MORE

Marines show Poolees weapons handling, combat simulation By Cpl. Bryan Nygaard | November 6, 2013 Aisha Green stood completely still as artillery rounds exploded in front of her. Standing at barely MORE

Marine recruiters utilize Delayed Entry Program to reduce attrition By Sgt. Tyler Hlavac | November 1, 2013 Some may think of enlisting in the Marine Corps as an easy process involving a quick trip to the MORE

Medal of Honor Tribute presented to Dakota Meyer, displayed at Lindsey Wilson College By Sgt. Daniel Angel | November 1, 2013 Medal of Honor recipient Dakota Meyer, a native of Columbia, Ky., was presented a Medal of Honor MORE

Marines educate, congratulate during high school band competition By Cpl. Aaron Diamant | November 1, 2013 Thirteen high school marching bands took to a muddy football field to compete at the Kempsville MORE

Marine helps High School swim team take strides By Sgt. Dwight Henderson | October 30, 2013 Sprinting, squatting, lunging and pressing could be considered routine exercises of just about any MORE

Michigan teen travels from South Africa to join Marine Corps By Sgt. Elyssa Quesada | October 30, 2013 Three countries and eight years later, 19-year-old Jesse Flanagan is back on American soil, to MORE

Recruiting Station Baltimore moves for cost, safety, opportunity By Cpl. Bryan Nygaard | October 18, 2013 Marine Corps Recruiting Station Baltimore recently moved its headquarters to a new location in MORE

Officer Selection Station Roanoke gives Virginia lacrosse teams combat fitness test By Cpl. Aaron Diamant | October 1, 2013 More than 60 varsity lacrosse players from Washington and Lee University, in Lexington, Va., got a MORE

Ohio Marines host 5K to kick off Toys for Tots season By Sgt. Timothy Stewman | October 1, 2013 Marines from Detachment 3 Maintenance Company, Combat Logistics Battalion 453 held their 3rd Annual MORE

Raleigh Marine officer candidates get taste of what future holds By Sgt. Dwight Henderson | October 1, 2013 Marines and candidates with the Officer Selection Office Raleigh, Marine Corps Recruiting Station MORE

Cabell Midland High School continues producing Marines By Sgt. Tyler Hlavac | September 30, 2013 Recruiting Sub Station Huntington has a large area of responsibility in the eyes of Marine Corps MORE

Ocala Marine receives top honors for excellence in journalism By Staff Sgt. Andrew Miller | September 19, 2013 Local Marine Cpl. Bryan Nygaard, a native of Ocala, Fla. and 2003 graduate of Ocala Christian MORE

Fairfield, Ohio native ensures merry Christmas for all By Sgt. Amber Williams | September 17, 2013 Recruiting is a time consuming job. Marines on recruiting duty wake up early, arrive at their office MORE

What does leadership mean to you? By Sgt. Tyler Hlavac | September 12, 2013 When the Marshall University Women’s Swim Team found themselves looking for guidance on leadership, MORE

Future Marines take oath of enlistment during Clermont County Fair By Sgt. Tyler Hlavac | July 21, 2013 A group of nine poolees from Recruiting Sub-Station East Gate took the oath of enlistment and MORE

Educators get tough during Marine Corps workshop By Sgt. Tyler Hlavac | May 14, 2013 Thirty five educators from West Virginia, Kentucky and Ohio endured the rigors of Marine Corps boot MORE

Marine Corps supports 8th annual Jaguar 5K By Sgt. Amber Williams | May 14, 2013 The United States Marine Corps donated 900 water bottles to the 8th annual Jaguar 5k held by Falls MORE

Zen in the Art of Reserve Recruiting By Capt. Eric Postow | May 10, 2013 As the largest reserve writing station for the district, the Recruiting Station Richmond command MORE

Marine from Waldorf receives top award By Cpl. Bryan Nygaard | April 14, 2013 December 2009 was not a good month for Staff Sgt. Douglas McGlothlin. Although he had done well MORE

Marine Corps Leadership Seminar Steps Foot in High School for First Time By Sgt. Dwight Henderson | April 12, 2013 The Marine Corps Leadership Seminar was held at the Wake County Young Men’s Leadership Academy MORE

Marine Officers and Officer Candidates Help Local Community By Sgt. Dwight Henderson | March 8, 2013 Marine officers and officer candidates with Marine Corps Recruiting Station Raleigh helped build a MORE

Marines, poolees attend annual female pool function By Sgt. Elyssa Quesada | January 12, 2013 More than 40 members of Recruiting Station Detroit participated in a female pool function here, Jan. MORE

Local Football Star to Play in All-American Game By Cpl. Dwight Henderson | December 17, 2012 If you Google his name you will find stories and YouTube videos that showcase his talent. If you MORE

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Videos

8412 Olympics

4th Marine Corps District career recruiters compete in the 8412 Olympics in Columbus, Ohio, August 28, 2014. The Olympics were the culminating event of the weeklong 8412 conference. The events of the Olympics included a doughnut eating contes, dizzy-izzy, a relay race and a kettle bell throw. RS Detroit won the oar for 2014. Interviewed is Master Gunnery Sgt. James Brown, the district training team chief and native of McCook, Nebraska.

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