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May 16, 2024

Coast Guard recognizes innovators of the year

Seven teams win 2023 Capt. Niels P. Thomsen Innovation Awards.

March 11, 2024

Ready, set, mark your calendars for this year’s CG Marathon Weekend!

Spring into action! This Marathon kicks off Apr. 5-7. Register your place now!

Jan. 25, 2024

6 ways Auxiliarists can support their local units

There are plenty of opportunities for you, from public affairs to culinary assistance!

Jan. 16, 2024

MyCG 2023 Year-in-Review

We take a look back at our top articles, changes from the past year.

Jan. 12, 2024

Seeking nominations for the 2023 Captain Niels P. Thomsen Innovation Awards

Nominations can be submitted through a challenge on the Coast Guard’s crowd-sourcing platform, CG_Ideas@Work, before Jan. 31, 2024.

Jan. 8, 2024

From Mission Analysis Report to action: Reshaping Coast Guard maritime enforcement

Changing times means changing missions - expectations for safety remain.

Jan. 5, 2024

The World War II Beach Patrol in Jacksonville Beach

Coast Guard Headquarters authorized the institution of beach patrols in all areas adjacent to the coast. The patrol members came to be known colloquially as “sand pounders.” By August of 1942, the first patrols with dogs were instituted.

Dec. 21, 2023

The Coast Guard increases junior officer command opportunities

More communities will have paths to earn a position as a unit commander earlier in their career.