Albany Herald

Wooden crosses designed to honor fallen soldiers

For the first time, fallen area soldiers will be honored with crosses at the Albany Mall.

In the Military - May 20, 2013

This is a periodic column that reports on Southwest Georgians who are in or joining the military.

Marines hold 'Safety Stand Down' to prepare for summer

Despite record cool temperatures for this time of year, Marines at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany and Marine Logistics Command are working to educate base personnel about the possible dangers associated with summer time activities.

Brigade honors fallen student

American MPs serving in Afghanistan reach out to the family and classmates of a young Carrollton boy who was tragically killed.

Marines celebrate 237 years

The Marine Corps was officially established on Nov. 10, 1775.

Military in Focus - Oct. 14, 2012

This is a periodic column updating information on Southwest Georgians in the military and service personnel who have family connections to the region

Evacuee spirits lifted by USO

This week, more than 4,000 personnel from Naval Air Station Pensacola were evacuated to MCLB-Albany to escape Tropical Storm Isaac.

Hayes questions school option

Officials at Marine Corps Logistics Base-Albany say they want to offer parents on the base a number of school options.

Lee considering MCLB students

MCLB-Albany currently has 112 school-aged children living on base.

MCLB Commander Davis wants to ‘let light shine’

Col. Donald Davis assumed command of Marine Corps Logistics Base-Albany from Col. Terry Williams on May 25.

Marines open gates for holiday celebration

The Marine Corps Logistics Base-Albany opens the gates Friday for a prelude celebration of the Fourth of July.

Chamber honors military

Three Marines were recognized at an Albany Area Chamber of Commerce breakfast on Wednesday.

Marine Command wins award

The Marine Depot Maintenance Command chosen Albany Tech's Manufacturer of the Year.

Slain Marine's widow, father express gratitude to community

Lance Cpt. Steve Sutton's family was overwhelmed by the outpouring of love from area residents.

Breakfast set to honor Military

The Albany Area Chamber of Commerce will host a military appreciation breakfast at Doublegate Country Club on Wednesday.

Military Notes