Naval Station Great Lakes

06/12/2026

PUBLIC COMMENT NOTICE FOR THE PROPOSED DEMOLITIONS OF BUILDINGS 006, 103, 151, 173, AND 174
AT NAVAL STATION GREAT LAKES, GREAT LAKES, ILLINOIS

The U.S. Navy gives notice, per the National Historic Preservation Act, and its governing regulations of 36 Code of Federal Regulations Part 800, that a Memorandum of Agreement is being prepared to mitigate adverse effects to historic properties at Naval Station Great Lakes (NSGL) in Great Lakes, Illinois. The proposed action is to demolish contributing resources of the NSGL Historic District (Buildings 006, 103, 151, 173, and 174). The proposed action is needed to promote efficient and economical use of real property assets at NSGL. The project factsheet provides a brief description of the project, the memorandum of agreement, the areas of potential effects, and identification of historic properties. A copy of the project factsheet may be obtained from the following public websites:

https://cnrma.cnic.navy.mil/Installations/NAVSTA-Great-Lakes/
https://www.facebook.com/NavalStationGreatLakes
https://www.dvidshub.net/unit/NSGLPA

The public comment period ends July 13, 2026. For additional information, please contact the Public Affairs Officer, in writing at Naval Station Great Lakes, 2601 E. Paul Jones Street, Great Lakes, Illinois, 60088-2845; or e-mail: [email protected].

06/05/2026

Retired service members from VFW Post 2245 gave a presentation at the USO yesterday on how the United States fought and won the Battle of Midway. The Battle of Midway, fought over and near Midway Atoll—approximately 1,500 nautical miles northwest of Hawaii—marked a pivotal turning point and the strategic high water mark of the Pacific War.

06/05/2026

Capt. Steve Yargosz, commanding officer of Naval Station Great Lakes presents Operations Specialist 2nd Class Ethan S. Rogers with the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal at the end of his tour. Congratulations on your accomplishment.

06/01/2026

Congratulations to MM1 Zupo on his reenlistment and being promoted to Petty Officer 1st Class. Thank you for your service and all of the hard work you do for the Navy.

05/29/2026

Congratulations to everyone who received awards today. Thank you for all the hard work.

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Their courage and selflessness will never be forgotten.

05/21/2026

CNIC N9 launched a new, targeted training series dedicated to equipping single Sailor parents with the tools they need to successfully balance family responsibilities and mission readiness.

05/20/2026

Please join us in congratulating our newly screened Senior Chief and Master Chief! MACS Jami Tedrow and MAC David Sims

05/12/2026

Some missions never make the headlines… but they still save lives. 🇺🇸🩸

Right now, blood on the shelf means strength for service members, families, retirees, and patients around the world. One donation can make the difference when seconds matter.

If you’ve ever wondered how you can support the mission without wearing the uniform every day — this is one way.

💪 Donate blood.
⚓ Support the force.
🪖 Help save lives.

Drop your branch in the comments 👇
Army? Navy? Air Force? Marines? Coast Guard? Space Force?

And tag someone who would step up when called. 🇺🇸

05/06/2026