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GTA CFO Joseph Shinohara honored with ESGR Patriot Award

One of the components of the program is to recognize leaders who go above and beyond in supporting employees who serve in the National Guard and Reserve.

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Pacific Tattoo: Tat stats & facts

3 in 10 Americans have at least one tattoo.

Photo Of U.S. Marine Corps Command Sgt. Maj. Daniel Soto, senior enlisted leader of Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz, accepts the 2024 Senior Service Member of the Year award on behalf of Staff Sgt. Marcellous Dixon from U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Brent DeVore, commander, Joint Region Marianas, and Command Master Chief William Webster, senior enlisted leader of JRM, during an awards ceremony and luncheon at United Services Organization (USO) Tumon Bay center, March 26.

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Joint Region Marianas’ 2024 Service Members of the Year are honored during awards ceremony

Joint Region Marianas (JRM) held an awards ceremony at United Services Organization (USO) Tumon Bay center to announce the region’s junior and senior service members of the year, March 26.

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Pacific Tattoo: How to get a tattoo

If you are thinking of getting ink done, one of the first questions to ask yourself is what type of tattoo you should get.

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Pacific Tattoo: History of tattoos

The tradition of tattooing and body marking goes back in history to at least 4000 BC, as seen on ancient mummies. The connection between tattoos and warriors, or those defending their home, may be just as old.

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Safety first! Beware of risks that lurk off Guam shores

The best thing about being on Guam is all the opportunities there are for fun in the sun on the beach and beyond.

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Pacific Tattoo: Tattoo regulations in the military

If you are an active-duty service member and are considering getting a tattoo, be sure to inform yourself of the rules and regulations. Here is an overview of current military tattoo policies. 

Photo Of U.S. Marines and civilians with Provost Marshals Office, Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz, and Col. Ernest Govea, commanding officer, MCB Camp Blaz, pose in front of the Asan Beach landing monument after the Special Olympics Guam torch run in Asan, Guam.

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Camp Blaz PMO participate in the Special Olympics Guam torch run

U.S. Marines and civilians with Provost Marshals Office, Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz, and Col. Ernest Govea, commanding officer, MCB Camp Blaz, pose in front of the Asan Beach landing monument after the Special Olympics Guam torch run in Asan, Guam.

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GTA unveils new mural in Agana Heights: “Manginge’” by Jeff Ejan

GTA proudly announces the unveiling of its latest Village Mural Project in Agana Heights in front of the gymnasium, featuring Manginge’ by local artist Jeff Ejan (@soft.kor on IG).

Photo Of Airman 1st Class Benjamin Borque, 644th Combat Communications Squadron radio transmission systems technician, receives orders during an expeditionary communication course.

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Combat Comms. Expeditionary Communications Course at Andersen AFB

Airman 1st Class Benjamin Borque, 644th Combat Communications Squadron radio transmission systems technician, receives orders during an expeditionary communication course at Andersen Air Force Base.

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“Asteroids and Planetary Defense” Month of the Military Child event

Embry-Riddle & USA Girl Scouts Overseas Celebrate Month of the Military Child with a Virtual Presentation and In- Person Workshops presenting on ‘Asteroids and Planetary Defense’

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Guam online: Websites to help you enjoy your stay

This is, hands down, the most comprehensive site for local military community news and events as well as travel, restaurant reviews and off-base activities on island.

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Fun on Guam: Beachin’ good fun on Andersen AB, Naval Base Guam

Gab Gab Beach, or Fab Gab as we like to call it, is truly a hidden gem and easily our family’s regular go-to place for no-frills low-cost weekend fun.

Photo Of Staff Sgt. Andrew Quinata and Senior Airman Nicole Legasp take readings in a clandestine drug laboratory.

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Guam Guard conducts clandestine drug lab training 

The maximum heat index is 100.4 degrees in the shade as U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Andrew Quinata and U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Nicole Legaspi suit up in their airtight protective gear.

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