Sailor assigned to Mayport-based USS Mason dies in non-combat related incident

File – The USS Mason, an Arleigh Burke-class destroyer, passes a dock in Norfolk, Va., April 8, 2021. Officials said the USS Mason shot down a suspected Houthi drone flying…

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Navy sailor reunites with family after being away for more than 7 months

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – It’s not always guaranteed that people will be able to be home for the holidays and celebrate with family. This is especially the case for those who…

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Jacksonville sailor reunited with rescued dog from Middle East

Sailor Joy discovered Koda along with a group of puppies in the street while she was deployed overseas. Sadly, Koda was the only puppy who survived. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — During…

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Navy Sailor to welcome dog she rescued in the Middle East to her new home in the US

FLEMING ISLAND, Fla. – A U.S. Navy Sailor will reunite with her beloved dog that she rescued while on deployment in the Middle East on Tuesday at 3 p.m. in…

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Sailor prepares award winning chili

Petty Officer 2nd Class Emmanuel Taylor prepares meals at an award-winning level abord the USS Carney at Mayport and is featured in this week’s Stories of Service. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. —…

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