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Running Their Own Race

Boston, Massachusetts— It is 5:00 a.m., dark, with a hint of a mist in the air. You’re alternating from one leg to the other, trying to calm the jitters in your stomach as you stand behind the starting line. In your mind, you’re saying, the goal is to finish, I just need to finish.The countdown begins over the speaker, “5..4..3..2..1,” bang, the

2nd Marine Logistics Group Unveils Human Performance Center

To enhance the readiness of Marines and Sailors, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (2nd MLG) has invested in a Human Performance Center (HPC) focused on integrating all domains of Marine Corps Total Fitness and optimizing human performance. The facility will serve as a centralized hub for service members to access a diverse array of resources that support

MSgt. Gonzalez with 2nd Marine Logistics Group receives 2022 GEICO Service Member of the Year Award

CAMP LEJEUNE, NC. — “I honestly just want to change people's lives and let them know that no matter where they come from, they have the potential to do great things,” said Master Sgt. Joshua Gonzalez. Gonzalez, a Dos Palos, California native, and distribution management specialist, previously with 2nd Supply Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group,

From Ship and Shore, Marines and Sailors Strengthened Partner Nations

Coveñas, Colombia – U.S. Marines and U.S. Navy Sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 8 (CLB-8), Combat Logistics Regiment 2 (CLR-2), 2nd Marine Logistics Group (MLG), conducted logistical support during the world’s longest-running annual multinational exercise UNITAS LXIV, July 8-19, 2023.With the temperature rising to 93 degrees in Coveñas,

Sgt. Alona Radchenko, A Title Earned Not Given

“It was a great experience, I was one of one with my skill set,” said Radchenko, “it gave me an opportunity to take charge of my own section and become a [noncommissioned officer in charge] for the first time.”

2nd Supply Battalion Marines Contribute to the Community

CAMP LEJEUNE, NC – U.S. Marines donate to a local charity while maintaining physical toughness. U.S. Marines with 2nd Supply Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, conducted a six-mile battalion hike while contributing canned goods to a local charity in Onslow County, North Carolina, March 10, 2023. Marines hike as a unit to fulfill training and readiness requirements, which require Marines to carry a multitude of issued gear in their packs to sustain combat readiness. This month 2nd Supply Battalion Marines were given a choice to fill their packs with canned goods for donation, instead of the standard issued gear, as long as both weighed the required 50 pounds. Many Marines took advantage of the opportunity to participate in the charity event. “It's good to build relationships with the local community,” said U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Christopher Schnackenberg, the future operations officer of 2nd Supply Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, “In doing this we're putting on a positive face for the Marine Corps, especially in a time of peace, where we can buckle down and instill ourselves within the community as a positive force.” While a majority of charity events happen during the holiday season, 2nd Supply Battalion recognizes families in the local communities and their struggles all year round. “We purposefully picked this part of the year, rather than the peak season where people tend to do a lot of charity events, specifically Thanksgiving and Christmas time, because now is the time when those food pantries are flush,” said U.S. Marine Corps Col. Karin Fitzgerald, the commanding officer of 2nd Supply Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, "People are in need, but there's no event.” Marines hiked three miles to the halfway point and staged their packs. Those who brought supplies to donate unloaded their donations, placed them into designated boxes, and loaded them into a van. The ratio of canned goods and space allotted for the donations was underestimated, with supplies overflowing the boxes provided. Not only was there not enough space in the boxes, but the floor of the van was covered in donations as well. “Donating with my fellow Marines makes me feel like I'm a part of something bigger,” said Lance Cpl. Yahir Arcia, a supply chain and materiel management specialist with 2nd Supply Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, “ I feel like I've accomplished something important today.” Strongly focused on core values, 2nd Supply Battalion showcased their commitment not only to Marines and the Marine Corps, but to their local community through their actions. Since Marines get stationed worldwide, they are dedicated to maintaining community relations, both home and abroad. 2nd Supply Battalion ensured to involve themselves into the local community, giving support when possible, and proving that they genuinely care about the citizens in need.

Sgt Latuner Thrives With the Littoral Engineer Reconnaissance Team

Christine Latuner, 22, was born in Queens, New York where she eventually was recruited from RSS Flushing. As she neared the end of her high school experience, she found herself looking into pursuing her education further, researching various colleges. Latuner felt that perusing college wasn’t the right choice at the time; she wanted to do something with a little more action. That’s when her father recommended looking into the U.S. Marine Corps.

A Pioneering Blue-Green Team: Marines and Sailors prepare for combat during Exercise Summer Pioneer 2022

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE – U.S. Marines with 8th Engineer Support Battalion (ESB), Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, conducted a Marine Corps Combat Readiness Evaluation (MCCRE) while participating in Exercise Summer Pioneer 2022 alongside U.S. Navy Seabees with Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 1, Naval Construction Group 2, in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, from July 15 to 29, 2022.

II MEF Innovation Campus hosts an additive manufacturing course with 4th Marine Aircraft Wing

U.S. Marines with II MEF Innovation Campus, staffed by service members with 2nd Marine Logistics Group, recently hosted a level one and two additive manufacturing course for Marines with Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron (MALS) 49, Marine Aircraft Group 49, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, at Stewart Air National Guard Base in Newburgh, New York, June 13 to 24, 2022.

Brigadier General McWilliams assumes command of 2nd Marine Logistics Group

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. – Brig. Gen. Michael E. McWilliams assumed command of 2nd Marine Logistics Group (MLG) from Brig. Gen. Forrest C. Poole III during a change of command ceremony at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 8, 2022.