JANUARY 11, 2023 - When Devon Feenstra graduated from Le Mars Community High School a few years ago, he knew he wanted to go to college. He also knew college could bridle him with some serious debt. Feenstra found a way to pay for college that would keep him debt free, while also adding some unique real-world experiences and responsibilities. While other students find … [Read more...]
National Guard Trains With State Civilian Agencies
A Blackhawk from the 1-230th Assault Helicopter Battalion of the Tennessee National Guard hovers while medics prepare to descend during the SAREX 23 in Pickett State Park near Jamestown, TN Jan. 7, 2023. The group worked on tracking, locating, and evacuating missing persons as part of a training exercise with other military and civilian agencies to strengthen partnerships in a … [Read more...]
Guard Hosts Groundbreaking for C-130J Simulator
An illustrated image depicts an artist's rendering of the future building that will house a C-130J simulator at the Channel Islands Air National Guard Station, Port Hueneme, California. (Photo illustration by courtesy submission) JANUARY 6, 2023 - After a decade of planning and unforeseen impediments, including a worldwide pandemic, the 146th Airlift Wing held a … [Read more...]
NY National Guard Mobilized 849 for Deadly Blizzard
New York Air National Guard Airmen assigned to the 107th Attack Wing at Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station assist motorists stuck in high snow drifts near Buffalo, New York December 25, 2022 during whiteout blizzard conditions. The National Guard mobilized 540 personnel to assist with storm response efforts across Erie County during the holiday blizzard, with forces providing … [Read more...]
Florida Guardsman Activated in Support of Governor Inauguration
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis delivered his second inaugural address from the steps of the Florida Historic Capitol in Tallahassee. In his address to Floridians, Governor DeSantis highlighted the progress that Florida has made to improve the lives of its residents as a result of his administration priorities, including guaranteeing access to high-quality education, creating a … [Read more...]