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HealthKadena Marina Underwater Photography ContestKadena Marina is hosting a Hot Shot Underwater Photography Contest starting today, 1 February, and running through 31 March that is open to all SOFA status personnel. The contest is a great opportunity to showcase your underwater photography skills while enjoying the majestic turquoise waters surrounding the islands of Okinawa. Read More! CyberDiving Prepares for Mother Nature's SurprisesTwo young divers leave their barracks, dorms, apartments or homes, looking forward to finding the adventure underwater that they have been training for these past four weeks. Lots of classes, lots of time in the pool and then four dives with their instructor. Read More!Culture Country Atmosphere in Tsuboya, Naha’s Ceramics DistrictThe Tsuboya area is a few minutes walk from Naha’s main shopping artery, Kokusai Street. It is surprising to find a series of winding lanes with plenty of greenery and traditional ceramic tiled roofs, so close to the busy heart of Naha. Read More! Win a Goat, Sample Goat Milk Ice Cream, Try Goat SashimiFor the first time a goat market will be held at Zanpa Point Park this Sunday February 4 from 9 am. The Hija Achinei Ichi, as it is called in the Okinawan language (hija meaning goat and achinei ichi, market) is an unusual event. Read More!Travel A Step Back in Time to Ikei IslandSome things in Okinawa are free for the taking. Treasured memories can be stored on the disc drive of your mind by simply opening your eyes. Read More!CommunityCampaign for Ishigaki Memorial for Three U.S. AirmenA small but tragic chapter in the bloodiest World War II battle of the Pacific never had a satisfactory conclusion, believe three men who are campaigning to put up a monument on Ishigaki Island. This may be the last such memorial for the victims of the Battle of Okinawa. Read More!February is Black History MonthSince 1926 February has been designated as Black History month in North America. Its establishment was to redress commonly held views such as the Columbia University professor’s who stated that “over the past 5,000 years the history of black Africa is blank. Read More!OpinionI’ll Dump Rusty Van in Front of His HouseWhat's this guy's name? Why doesn't anyone mention his name? Why is everyone trying to protect him? He's just a scumbag that will throw out his trash on some else's property without any regard for his actions. This guy should be canned. Read More!Van Dumper Needs Foxhole Digging PunishmentIn response to the Irresponsible Van Dumping Company Gunnery Sergeant letter in the Dec 28th-Jan 3rd issue. Whoever you are I just want to commend you. Read More!Terminally Stupid More Than PervertedHaving read your letter (Bar Fight/Pervert Story Full of Spin January 25th) I can only guess that you are a new resident, or are tired of receiving bad looks from people when you and your family are visiting the local facilities off-base. However, I tend to side with Japan Update, in regards to informing the public about what we are doing over here. Read More!Why Feel Gratitude for Unwanted U.S. Military?In reply to last week’s “Anti-Military Feud About Hate & Discrimination” letter. I found your article to be painfully arrogant. Read More! |
   
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