On newsstands this week

In this week's issue of Marine Corps Times, find out 16 things you should know for 2016. Get your own copy starting Monday at your local exchange or commissary.

Other top stories inside:

• The decision to award Purple Hearts to the four Marines and sailor killed in Chattanooga.
• How one Marine changed the Corps’ policy on hair regulations.
• Sign up for Waypoint to share your travel ideas and read where others have gone.

You'll find these stories and more on newsstands this week.

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