The Public Affairs Offices maintain a
close liaison with news media in the surrounding
communities. Each office produces
a weekly newspaper. THE BOOT is
produced by Parris Island, while the Air
Station produces THE JET STREAM. Classified
ads are run free of charge for active
duty, reserve and retired military, and their
families and Department of Defense and Federal employees when they visit either
office. Deadline for classified ads is noon
Friday prior to the next publication. When
Monday is a holiday, the deadline is noon
the prior Thursday. The Public Affairs Office
at MCRD is located in Building 283. The
Public Affairs Office at the Air Station is
located in Building 596.
The Public Affairs Office at MCRD Parris
Island also operates the Douglas Visitors'
Center for the thousands of annual Parris
Island visitors. Its pleasant, hospitable surroundings
provide a relaxed atmosphere for
families and friends to meet with graduating
recruits. The center is located in Building 283,
directly across from the Post Office and can be
reached by calling (843) 228-3650.
The Public Affairs Officer is responsible for
informing the public and the military community
of activities occurring aboard the Naval
Hospital as well as updates and changes in
schedules or services that are provided by the
Naval Hospital through THE BOOT.
The office of the Staff Judge Advocate at
Parris Island offers legal assistance by
appointment only. The Legal Assistance
Office is here to aid you solving your personal
legal issues and provides a range of services to
include consumer law, estate planning and
family law. To schedule an appointment call
(843) 228-2559/2925.
The Marine Corps Exchange will cash
checks up to $100 for all authorized patrons.
Checks may also be made out up to $100 over
the amount of purchase.