Armed Forces Dispatch Newspaper

06/24/2025

Welcome to our new 'Navy Mayor' Rear Adm. Rich Jarrett and BZ to outgoing Rear Adm. Brad Rosen.

06/23/2025

Wow.

“Our B-2s went in and out and back without the world knowing at all,” Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth told reporters Sunday.

06/23/2025

Sign up! Food Distribution this Thursday, June 26

📣 Registration is NOW OPEN for our Murphy Canyon NEX Food Distribution! 🥦💙

Join us on Thursday, June 26th from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM to pick up fresh food and essential supplies — free and while supplies last!

📍 Location: Murphy Canyon, 3293 Santo Road, San Diego, CA 92124
✅ Register today: https://bit.ly/NEXregistration

Let’s come together to support one another — tag someone who could benefit and help spread the word!

06/23/2025

Active Duty ONLY

Active duty – This event is for you!

Join us for this FREE UFC 317 Topuria vs. Oliveira Watch Party event, presented by Monster Energy and brought to you by MCCS Miramar. The event takes place on Saturday, June 28 at Hangar 0.

From early prelims to the main card, we’re streaming every fight live on the big screen—exclusively for active duty!

What to expect:
🥊 2 FREE drinks (while supplies last) from Monster Brewery – plus food and additional drinks available for purchase
🥊 Special guest appearance by UFC legend Dan Henderson
🥊 Exclusive Monster giveaways and a gift for the first 500 Active Duty to check in
🥊 Interactive experiences: UFC punching machines, claw machine, photo booth, live engraving artist and product sampling
🥊 Live entertainment including a BMX stunt show, dirt bike display, lawn games, and DJ Stakz
🥊 Monster Energy vehicles on display and a full live stream of UFC 317

🎟Check-in is from 2:30 PM – 6:00 PM, and registration is required!
Free entry | One ticket per active duty member | Military ID required at check-in

Spots are limited—register now (link in comments)!

*No Federal Endorsement Implied

06/23/2025

Watch the Big Bay Boom fireworks and enjoy day long festivities with food trucks, games, vendors & fun!

06/23/2025

Sea World's Waves of Honor program hosting Military Appreciation Days. Free entry! See details in video.

06/23/2025

Plan your San Diego County Fair visit!

Meet at: San Diego Fair
Sunday, July 6, 11:00 am, FREE ages 5 & under, $14 for ages 6-12, $18 for ages 13-61, $14 for ages 62+
Del Mar Fairgrounds

Celebrate the final day of the Fair with Community Rec! Enjoy General Admission to the Fair’s thrilling rides, live entertainment, delicious food, and unforgettable festivities. From creative exhibits and animal encounters to wacky contests and carnival games, there’s always something new to discover. The festive atmosphere, scenic Del Mar Fairgrounds, and sunny Southern California vibes make it a must-visit summer event. From monster trucks, racing pigs, stunt dog shows, to goat milking demonstrations, there is something for everyone!

Register for admission passes:
https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/DelMar/MeetAtSanDiegoCountyFair

06/23/2025

It's going to be a great July!

Please join us and help spread the word. Remember all events are open to all ID holders (including yourself and your escorted guests) unless otherwise stated.
ALL NBSD MWR Community Recreation events can now be registered and paid for (if applicable) online 24/7! Please visit www.navylifesw.com/nbsdcr where you can either search for the event in the top right corner or browse all events under the Activities tab.

06/23/2025

Wait, what?

🍹 Like a fun drink with less of the guilt? Mark your calendars and get ready to sample ready-to-drink cocktails with ZERO sugar, natural flavors, and only 90 calories at our tasting NEXT WEEK!

📆 Fri, Jun 27 from 5-7pm
📍 MCX Package Store, Camp Pendleton

🍕 Tasting will be paired with pizza AND a chance to win prizes! Age 21+ only, please drink responsibly.

06/23/2025

Feels like Summer!

Breakers Beach Campout
Friday, August 8 - Saturday, August 9
Check in at 4 pm at Breakers Beach

Get lost in a good book while Reading Under the Stars at our Annual Breakers Beach Campout! Books and flashlights will be provided for an enchanting escape under the sparkling night sky. In between chapters, we will provide Books, Games, crafts, sand castle competition, hula hooping, yoga, and a movie! Registration includes Friday dinner, movie popcorn bar, & Saturday breakfast.Please bring your own camping gear or contact the OAC for discounted equipment rentals.

Register: https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/Coronado/BreakersBeachCampoutUnderTheStars

06/23/2025

Operation Midnight Hammer Drops 14 Bunker Busters in Record B-2 Strike Against Iranian Nuclear Sites — USNI News