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  • Carolina Museum of the Marine to Open June 8, 2026 at Lejeune Memorial Gardens

    Jacksonville, NC — The Carolina Museum of the Marine will officially open to the public on June 8, 2026, marking the debut of a new national landmark at Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, North Carolina. Dedicated to honoring the service of Carolina Marines and Sailors and inspiring future generations, the Museum offers more than a…

  • Front and Center Newsletter – Vol. 3, No. 12, December 2025

    Meet the Marine. Be Inspired. FRONT AND CENTER Vol. 3, No 12, December 2025 Opening June 8, 2026 Mission Honor, preserve, and teach the legacy of Carolina Marines and Sailors. Showcase the Marine example to inspire future generations. Message from the President and CEO Fellow Patriots, As we enter this season of reflection and gratitude,…

  • RALPH & TERESA YANELLO

    Honoring service. Elevating community. Corporeal E-4 Ralph Yanello served our Nation as a United States Marine from 1959 to 1963. Today, more than six decades later, he and his wife, Teresa, continue to serve—this time through leadership, philanthropy, and a commitment to community well-being that exemplifies the very best of “Returning Good Citizens.” After completing…

  • While I Breathe, I Hope

    Last month, we discussed the state motto of North Carolina and its implications for individuals and for society more broadly. This month, we follow the same process in examining the state motto of South Carolina. South Carolina actually has two mottos. The first is Animis Opibusque Parati, meaning “prepared in mind and resources.” The second motto is Dum…

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