MARCH 26, 2019 - The National Guard Bureau was recently named one of the top 25 national organizations when it comes to diversity and inclusion. That ranking comes from the Association of Employee Resource Groups and Diversity Councils, a human resources association that tracks diversity efforts among large-scale organizations. "Being recognized by this national-level … [Read more...]
Part-time Guardsmen Eligible to Receive Full-time Healthcare After Retirement
MARCH 15, 2019 - National Guardsmen and their families do not have to struggle to afford healthcare and can stay medically insured after retirement. Those who serve 20 years or more in the National Guard are eligible to receive lifelong medical benefits for themselves and their families through various TRICARE health plans. These plans offer quality care at affordable … [Read more...]
Guard Members To See Expanded Use Of Robots
FEBRUARY 7, 2019, Arlington, VA - The use of robots continues to grow within the National Guard and Guard members are likely to soon see additional robots with expanded capabilities, said an Army National Guard acquisitions official. "It's going to be a big difference in the future and I think it could impact the Guard in different areas," said Army Col. Nicole Clark, the … [Read more...]
National Guard CST Tackled Security at Super Bowl
FEBRUARY 5, 2019 - As football fans geared up for Sunday's ultimate event of the football season, National Guard civil support team members were on site in Atlanta to ensure Super Bowl LIII went off without a hitch. "They're just monitoring the area to make sure there are no weapons of mass destruction or no precursors for WMDs in the area," said Army Lt. Col. Jenn Cope, CST … [Read more...]
Maryland Guard Prepares For Army Combat Fitness Test Through Innovation And Agility
JANUARY 22, 2019, Reistertown, MD - As the Army transitions to the Army Combat Fitness Test to asses Soldier fitness levels, the Maryland Army National Guard’s 629th Military Intelligence Battalion has embraced a program designed to enhance individual physical fitness routines while preparing for the new test. Called ‘Fit to Serve,’ the voluntary program coaches Soldiers in … [Read more...]