Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow received the 2025 America Recycles Day Hero Award from Keep America Beautiful and Keep California Beautiful for its commitment to recycling, waste reduction, and conservation efforts on its base.

Library activities and reading are incredibly important for both children and adults on a military base for several reasons, providing numerous benefits that help foster well-being, learning, and community support.“Having programs and library services available to military families is crucial because these families face unique challenges, including frequent relocations, long deployments, and the stress of military life,” explained Pamela Roque, children’s librarian and supervisor at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton. “Libraries provide stability, educational resources, and a sense of community that can greatly impact their well-being.”The Read Across America Read-a-Thon is a nationwide event aimed at promoting reading and celebrating

Teen Dating Violence Prevention Month is observed in February each year in the United States and by Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow. This month is dedicated to raising awareness about the prevalence of dating violence among teens and to promote resources, education, and prevention efforts to help end the cycle of abuse.“According to the National Institute of Justice Teen Dating Violence can also be called intimate relationship violence or intimate partner violence among adolescents or adolescent relationship abuse and can include physical, psychological or sexual abuse to include harassment and stalking of any person ages 12-18 in the context of past or present romantic or consensual relationship,” stated Michelle Adams, Behavioral

Coyote safety and awareness are essential for living in or visiting areas where coyotes are common. These animals are typically shy and avoid human interaction, but they can pose risks, especially if they are habituated to human food sources or encroaching into urban spaces.“Coyotes are classified as nuisance wildlife by the state, and our management efforts focus on reducing human subsidies and attractants,” said Elizabeth Barron, natural resource specialist environmental division. “If a coyote poses a direct threat to humans, pets, or property, we take steps to mitigate that threat. Additionally, we humanely address cases of illness or life-threatening injuries to coyotes when necessary.”Understanding coyotes goes beyond just recognizing