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News Tipoffs - Illinois Editors Newsletter for Saturday July 06, 2024 ( 2 items )  

From flight deck to recruiting office: aircraft carrier Sailor inspires Navy recruits in the Lone Star State
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, July 1 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: In the heart of Texas, a former aircraft carrier Sailor has found a new mission: inspiring the next generation of Navy recruits. Petty Officer 1st Class Gabriel Arreaga is now dedicating his skills and experience to mentor and guide young men and women entering the Navy. His journey from the flight deck of one of the world's most impressive warships   more

Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Change of Command
NORFOLK, Virginia, July 6 -- The U.S. Navy's U.S. Fleet Forces Command issued the following news: Rear Adm. Wesley "Wes" McCall was relieved by Rear Adm. Carl A. Lahti as commander of Navy Region Mid-Atlantic (CNRMA) today, during a ceremony at Pennsylvania House onboard Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia. Commander, Navy Installations Command, Vice Adm. Scott Gray, was the presiding officer for the event. McCall assumed command in May of 2023. During his tour, he provided a full spectrum of sho  more