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Popular Marine Corps Park Reopens After Explosives Deemed It Dormant For Decade Popular Marine Corps Park Reopens After Explosives Deemed It Dormant For Decade
Popular Marine Corps Park Reopens After Explosives Deemed It Dormant For Decade Marine Corps Base Quantico's Lunga Park has been dormant for a decade, but later this month, the Triangle park will reopen to the public with a grand celebration. The original recreation area, formerly known as Lunga Recreation Area, is located on the west side of Marine Corps Base Quantico, and will reopen Friday, May 26. A grand reopening celebration featuring a BBQ cook-off, rock climbing, free fishing, free watercraft rentals, and more will be held June 3 and 4. The park spans more than 680 acres and includes the reservoir, which had been a favorite spot for local residents. “Lunga Pa…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Marine Corps Base Quantico Under Shelter In Place Order (DEVELOPING) Marine Corps Base Quantico Under Shelter In Place Order (DEVELOPING)
Marine Corps Base Quantico Under Shelter In Place Order (Developing) Officials say that all personnel at Marine Corps Base Quantico have been ordered to shelter in place. At approximately 1:20 p.m. on Thursday, April 20, officials posted an announcement on Twitter advising that the base is closed and “only mission essential personnel are expected to report to work.” Marine Corps Base Quantico personnel are advised to shelter in place. More information will be provided when available. — Marine Corps Base Quantico🇺🇸 (@MCB_Quantico) April 20, 2023 All inbound and outbound traffic at the base has been stopped as an investigation is launched. The reason f…

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by Zak Failla