A retired fighter jet known as the F/A-18C Hornet is now on semi-permanent loan from the Pensacola Naval Air Station. Jean Chen explains, "Its new home will be in Alameda aboard the USS Hornet, where it will be repainted, restored to its former glory, and displayed in the hangar bay." https://alamedapost.com/news/f-a-18c-hornet-receives-warm-welcome-uss-hornet/

The USS Hornet is employing a new, creative strategy to stay afloat and engage with younger audiences. Jean Chen talks with Marketing Manager Gabriel Cherry about the VFleet Project, which utilizes online entertainers as virtual avatars to connect with fans about the ship, history, and gaming. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/uss-hornet-attracts-new-audience-with-vfleet/

The USS Hornet will honor Vietnam War Veterans on March 29 with an event featuring "Di Di Mau" Author and Marine Veteran Darren Walton. Admission is free for all veterans and active-duty personnel! https://alamedapost.com/news/march-29-national-vietnam-war-veterans-day-uss-hornet/

At Carrier Con 2025, held on the USS Hornet in Alameda, CA, Jean Chen joined 2,000 cosplayers to enjoy meetups, panels with VTubers, gaming, photo ops, dancing, musical performances, and lots of fantastic costumes. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/carrier-con-2025-transforms-uss-hornet/

The sun is shining, the flowers are starting to bloom, and it’s a great time to invest in your hobbies—without leaving the island! This week's community calendar offers opportunities for breadmaking, cosplay, golf, gardening, and some Alameda history. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-hobbies/