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Sept. 13, 2018
Alaksa ANG mobilizes in advance of Hurricane Florence

Thirty-six Alaska Air National Guardsmen from the 176th Wing, and approximately three short tons of Alaska Air Guard equipment, departed Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Sept. 12 to assist with emergency response efforts for Hurricane Florence.
Sept. 12, 2018
Guard Soldiers and Airmen gearing up for Hurricane Florence

WASHINGTON — The governors of North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and Maryland declared states of emergency Monday as Hurricane Florence approaches the East Coast. Additionally, the mayor of Washington, D.C., declared a state of emergency due to anticipated torrential rainfall. The storm is
Sept. 9, 2018
25 year state partnership bolsters more than relationships for NEANG

During the 25th anniversary of their state partnership with the Czech Republic, the 155th Air Refueling Wing, Nebraska Air National Guard, and their Czech Republic Air Force counterparts joined together to participate in Exercise Ample Strike 2018, at Pardubice Air Base, Czech Republic.
Sept. 6, 2018
Nebraska ANG participates in Ample Strike 2018

A KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft and aircrew assigned to the 155th Air Refueling Wing, Nebraska Air National Guard, participated in Exercise Ample Strike 2018, at Pardubice Air Base, Czech Republic.
Sept. 5, 2018
US Air Force participates in Angel de los Andes Colombian led search and rescue exercise

Two U.S. Air Force aircraft and more than 90 U.S. Airmen are participating in “Angel de los Andes,” a Colombian led international search and rescue training exercise Sept. 3-14.One C-17 Globemaster III from the 14th Airlift Squadron at Charleston Air Force Base, South Carolina and one C-130 Hercules
Aug. 30, 2018
ANG General to Lead Physiological Events Integration Team

What do unexplained physiological events and a recent promotion have in common? The answer is Edward Vaughan who recently promoted to brigadier general and named by the active duty component to lead a UPE integration team.
Aug. 29, 2018
621st CRG trains with West Virginia Guard

Airmen assigned to the 621st Contingency Response Group spent four days training with and working alongside Airmen from the West Virginia Air National Guard Aug. 20-23 in Charleston, West Virginia.The three-day training at the Camp Branch Landing Zone enabled the 621st CRG Airmen to increase their
Aug. 28, 2018
Mattis: U.S. Military Becoming ‘Stronger, More Lethal, More Agile’

The Defense Department is making significant progress along its three strategic lines of effort outlined in the National Defense Strategy issued in January, Defense Secretary James N. Mattis told reporters at the Pentagon.
Aug. 23, 2018
Medal of Honor presented to Tech Sgt John Chapman’s family

On what would have been their 26th wedding anniversary, Tech. Sgt. John Chapman’s widow, Valerie Nessel, accepted his Medal of Honor from President Donald Trump during a ceremony at the White House Aug. 22.
Aug. 20, 2018
HIANG brings high level air defense expertise to Philippine engagement

The Hawaii Air National Guard has had a long relationship with the Philippine Air Force. For the past six years the HIANG has been sharing air defense expertise with the PAF, as they undergo enhancements to their air defense capabilities.

Maryland Air Guard Provides Pilot Experience for Children Fighting Cancer

South Dakota Air Guard’s New Therapy Dog Lends a Pawsitive Touch

130th Airlift Wing Soars in Remote Ops Exercise, Mastering Agile Combat Skills

Agile, Isolated, and Under Fire: The 184th Wing Prepares for Future Fight in High-Stakes Combat Exercise

Relentless Valor: 178th Wing enhances battlefield readiness across forces

West Virginia Guard Continues Flood Cleanup Efforts

lowa Airmen Take Training to New Heights

Missouri Airmen Provide Airlift in Central American Exercise

Tennessee Guard Participates in Bulgaria’s Best Warrior Competition

Nevada Guard’s Civil Support Team, critical asset for domestic response, passes federal evaluation

State Partnership Program Enables Global, Shared ‘Peace through Strength’

Massachusetts National Guard, Kenya Strengthen Partnership

Michigan Guard, Liberia Mark 15 Years of Partnership

Missouri Guard Airmen Play Critical Role in Iran Nuclear Strike Mission

New York Guard Trains for Disaster Response

134th MSG strengthens joint readiness in Japan

Engine troops, heart of A-10

Alaska Air National Guard Rescues Distressed Boaters

Cyber Tatanka exercise hones cyber warrior skills, bolsters global cyber defense

Air National Guard Engineers Build Roads, Skills During Assateague Island Project

W.Va. Guard Deploys Troops in Aftermath of Deadly Flooding

Alaska National Guard Leads Exercise ORCA 2025

National Guard, State Partnership Collaboration at Cyber Shield 2025

Swamp Fox weapons load crew takes first place at inaugural Air National Guard competition

First Warrant Officer Arrives at the 134th Air Refueling Wing

California Air Guard, Coast Guard Rescue Sailor Offshore

Texas, Nebraska Guard Train With Czechia Against Cyber Threats

156th Wing conducts Prime BEEF day exercise

Idaho Air Guard Security Forces Train in Combat Scenarios

162nd Medical Group Facilities Annual Training at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson: Enhancing Readiness to Support Domestic and Global Operations

Guam Air National Guard Activates New Communications Flight

155th Air Refueling Wing Conducts Combat-Readiness Exercise

CMSAF Flosi Engages with Total Force Airmen

Hawaii Guard, Philippine Armed Forces Unite for Medical Exchange

WRANGB hosts arrival ceremony for OA-1K Skyraider II

Arizona and Pennsylvania Air Guard join forces in Montana to hone skills

Exercise Grindstone tests Kentucky Air Guard’s response to a major earthquake

California Air Guard Participates in Exercise Balikatan 25

Guardsmen, Montenegro, North Macedonia Strengthen Cyber Capabilities at Immediate Response 25

Arnold AFB Fire and Emergency Services participates in National Guard response exercise

Ready, Set, Fly! Checkered Flag 25-2

Lethality, precision on display at Bollen Range

California Air Guard Showcases MQ-9’s Role in Disaster Response

185th Air Refueling Wing awarded 2023 Air and Space Outstanding Unit Award

Alaska National Guardsmen Save Nine During Start of Rescue Season

Simulated Chaos, Real Reactions: ANG Airmen Tested in Real-Time

183d Medical Group Capability on Display

Washington Air Guard’s Warrant Officers Pave Way

Royal Thai Air Force, Washington Guard Finalize Plans for Enduring Partners 2025

JBSA-Lackland’s 'One Base, One Network': A key milestone in connectivity and cybersecurity

Air Force Reserve Chief Warns Congress: Funding Shortfalls Threaten Readiness

Guam Guard Cyber Participates in Balikatan 2025

US and Moroccan forces deliver medical care to 10,000 during African Lion 25

Oregon Guard Soldier Sets New World Record for Hand Release Push-Ups

Nordhaus to Senate: ‘National Guard Delivers Incredible Value to America’

Forging strength through partnership: US and Moroccan Air Forces unite for African Lion 2025

168th Wing Partners with IRT to Deliver Modern Connectivity to Remote Areas of Alaska

Maryland Air National Guardsmen support world’s largest NATO cyber exercise in Estonia

Guardians strengthen Multinational Partnerships and demonstrate Electronic Warfare during African Lion 2025

Utah Air National Guard Delivers Essential Dental Care During African Lion 2025

Washington Air Guard Participates in 12th Airman-to-Airman Talks in Thailand

Air National Guard drone training bridges gap for first responders

Texas Guard Pairs with United Arab Emirates in State Partnership Program

Pennsylvania Air Guard’s 171st Air Refueling Wing Wins Omaha Trophy

Maryland Air Guard Conducts Combat Search and Rescue Training in Wisconsin

Missouri Airmen Go Analog in Cyber Attack Simulation

Fueling readiness: US, Morocco conduct air-to-air refueling operations at African Lion 2025

Shared values, partnership guide USAF and RTAF planning in 12th Airman-to-Airman Talks

187th Fighter Wing: F-35A Hot Integrated Combat Turn

171st Air Refueling Wing Wins Omaha Trophy

DFT Provides Training While Enhancing Welfare

Idaho Guard Airmen Push Limits in Joint Field Training

Pennsylvania Guard Competes in Governor’s Twenty Marksmanship Competition

Oklahoma Air Guard Airmen Maneuver Through TRADEWINDS25

Canine Callie, DOD’s Only Search-and-Rescue Dog, Retires from Service

Utah's Joint Exercise Hydra Challenges the Boundaries of Traditional Exercises

Colorado Air National Guard deploys 120 Airmen for first-ever Expeditionary Air Base mission

D.C. Air National Guard transports senior leaders during historical mission

MQ-9 maintainers, planners integrate during Freedom Flag 25-1

Maine Guard Airmen Exercise Rapid-Response Communications Skills