Navy Region Southeast

The U.S. Navy’s Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) has launched two related pilot programs aimed at expanding the quality and variety of food to which Sailors have access and improving their holistic wellness.

Navy’s CNIC Launches Wellness, Food Service Pilot Programs - Seapower Navy’s CNIC Launches Wellness, Food Service Pilot Programs Front Page

The U.S. Navy is in the process of expanding the amount of grab-and-go food stations at shore-based installations and implementing changes that will make those options accessible all day.

Grab-and-go food stations will be open all day by end of 2026 In 2025, there were only a few grab-and-go food stations across all shore-based galleys. By the end of June, a majority will have them.

Sailors stationed at Naval Base Kitsap, Wash., and Naval Construction Battalion Center Gulfport, Miss., will now have access to a wider variety of food options as part of the Navy’s efforts to improve sailor quality of life.

Navy Pilot Programs Aim to Expand Sailor Food Options At Galleys - USNI News Sailors stationed at Naval Base Kitsap, Wash., and Naval Construction Battalion Center Gulfport, Miss., will now have access to a wider variety of food options as part of the Navy’s efforts to improve sailor quality of life. Two food-centered pilot programs under the Navy Installations Command (CN...

🌀🌧️ READY OR NOT…HURRICANE SEASON IS HERE

📅 June 1 – November 30

⚠️Hurricane Season has officially arrived. NOW is the time to make sure you and your family are prepared! Being ready isn't just a checklist. It takes deliberate action and planning.

✅ Make a Plan
📍📞Discuss evacuation routes, emergency contacts, and communication methods with your family. Know where to go and how to reconnect if separated.

✅ Build a Kit
Stock up on essentials:
💧Water (1 gallon per person per day)
🥫Non-perishable food for 3+ days
💊Medications & first aid supplies
🔦🔋Flashlights, batteries, and portable chargers
📁Important documents in a waterproof container

✅ Stay Informed
📱Download weather and emergency alert apps, such as JaxReady

✅ Prep Your Property
🌴🛠️Trim trees, secure outdoor items, clean gutters, and check for leaks. A few small actions now can prevent BIG problems later.

✅ Fuel Up & Charge Up
⛽🔌Keep your vehicle at least half full of gas and charge power banks ahead of time. You never know when the power might go out.

⚓️ Service Members: Check with your chain of command about local base policies, muster procedures, and evacuation policies.

🗣️ Talk to your neighbors and Shipmates. Preparedness is a community effort. We’re stronger as ONE TEAM!

⌛️Don’t delay. Prepare today!!

MWR Mayport Navy Region Southeast NS Mayport Homes

Congratulations to today's awardees. Bravo Zulu!

Devin Linton - Civilian Length of Service - 5 years
Marvette Johnson - Civilian Length of Service - 10 years
Kelly Meyer - Civilian Length of Service - 10 years
Rode Underwood - Civilian Length of Service - 15 years
Akiko Ringo - Junior Civilian of the Quarter
Nicole Eades - Civilian of the Quarter
Jammie Baker - Dispatcher of the Quarter
Rhonda Faro - Meritorious Civilian Service Award
YN1 Janay Agboglo - Sailor of the Quarter
GSM2 Destiny Whitsett - Junior Sailor of the Quarter
QM1 Javasia Pittman - Navy Achievement Medal
MACM Patrick Smith - Navy Commendation Medal
LCDR Reico Taylor - Navy Commendation Medal
CDR Caroline Mayer - Meritorious Service Medal

Congratulations to Naval Station Mayport. Their team was awarded a top US Navy Public Affairs Award on May 13 in the Community Outreach category for its outstanding School Liaison Program.

The Navy’s School Liaison Program helps service members and their families navigate between school transfers and supports students during moves between schools, connects educators with the Navy Deployment Support System, and serves installation commanders as subject-matter experts on K-12 concerns.

Bravo Zulu!

Commander, Navy Region Southeast RDML Hewitt and Mrs. Hewitt express their heartfelt appreciation to Military Spouses today, on Military Spouse Appreciation Day. Our Military Spouses navigate with strength and resilience, providing fundamental support to our Warfighters to ensure they are resilient and mission ready. Their support and sacrifice are appreciated and fundamental to the success of our Sailors, Commands, and Missions.