News from 2023


Introducing Petty Officer 2nd Class James King, your 2022 Coast Guard Enlisted Person of the Year

Petty Officer 2nd Class James King, a maritime enforcement specialist at Maritime Security Response Team West, is the Coast Guard’s 2022 Enlisted Person of the Year


The Long Blue Line: Lt. Frank Newcomb and the Battle of Cardenas Bay 125 years ago

When Navy officials asked World War II Commandant Russell Waesche to choose a Coast Guardsman whose name should grace a new Fletcher-class destroyer, he singled out Revenue Cutterman Frank Hamilton Newcomb as by far the best candidate.


Back by popular demand: the Coast Guard’s PCS Assist Team

The PCS Assist Team is back again this year to help families executing challenging transfers.


How-To: Move your household goods

If you’re one of the roughly one-third of the Coast Guard’s military workforce who got orders to complete a permanent change of station (PCS), congratulations on your new adventure. Here’s what you need to know to get your stuff from your house to your new duty station.


Legal program unveils qualification insignia for military members, civilians

The diverse activities of our judge advocates, civilian attorneys, and support professionals are vital to the Coast Guard’s missions and people.


Attn: Military personnel with Florida driver’s licenses

A recent glitch in Florida’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) system is creating issues for many military members.


“I love you…Over.”

For those serving in Vietnam, the only way to stay in touch with family was by using the Military Affiliate Radio System. MARS stations, supporting all branches of the service, were established throughout Vietnam, as well as aboaOne of the Coast Guard's 82-foot Patrol Cuttersrd ship.


Honor our Vietnam veterans this weekend

Like a leprechaun village, Camp Legacy will have appeared overnight on the National Mall in Washington D.C., the morning of May 11.


Watch Coast Guard Gaming compete this Saturday

After securing their first big win just a few short weeks ago during a World of Warcraft tournament, Coast Guard Gaming (CGG) is ready to claim another victory.


FIONA is ready to help you with FSMS

The FSMS Service Center continues to add tools to help members use the new FSMS system. The latest? Meet FIONA, the FSMS Information & Online Assistance “agent” standing by to answer your questions.


Units: Submit your Shipmate Funds request by June 30

The Coast Guard Foundation’s Shipmate Fund (SMF) supports the physical fitness, morale, and recreational needs of Coast Guard commands.


Apply now for the Coastie Camper program!

The Coast Guard Foundation’s Youth Enrichment Program - Coastie Campers for short - helps Coast Guard families across the country defray the cost of summer camps and activities.


FEMA Administrator Remembers Those Lost to COVID-19, Recognizes Agency Workforce, First Responders for Unprecedented Service During Pandemic

News Release: WASHINGTON -- In a video released today, FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell thanked first responders, survivors, agency staff and others who stood strong in the face of unprecedented challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.


Special Local Regulation; Wando River and Cooper River, Charleston and Mount Pleasant, SC discussed on May 11 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a three page rule on May 11, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


FEMA Approves Nearly $6 Million for Lee County Beach Work

News Release: LAKE MARY, Fla. - On April 6, FEMA Public Assistance approved a grant of $5,978,207 to reimburse Lee County for emergency work after Hurricane Ian at Fort Myers Beach.


Disaster Recovery Center Revisits White County

News Release: INDIANAPOLIS - A Disaster Recovery Center will revisit White County on May 11-13 to help survivors of the March 31-April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.


Disaster Recovery Center Revisits Howard County

News Release: INDIANAPOLIS -A Disaster Recovery Center will revisit Howard County on May 11-13 to help survivors of the March 31-April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.


Homeland Security Department discusses Drawbridge Operation Regulation; Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway (AICW) and Miami Beach Channel, Miami, FL on May 11

The US Homeland Security Department published a three page rule on May 11, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Disaster Recovery Center Revisits Clinton County

News Release: INDIANAPOLIS - A Disaster Recovery Center will revisit Clinton County on May 11-13 to help survivors of the March 31-April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.


Statement by Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas Regarding Immigration Enforcement Efforts

News Release: WASHINGTON - Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement on Immigration Enforcement Efforts...