JULY 9, 2018, Arlington, VA - Changes to the Army National Guard’s Tuition Assistance Program are set to go into effect Aug. 5, allowing Army Guard members immediate access to benefits after they complete basic and advanced individual training. “Previously, until this policy change, soldiers had to complete AIT and then, when they came back to their units, they had to wait a … [Read more...]
From The NFL To The National Guard
JULY 5, 2018, Oklahoma City, OK - Each year, thousands of young recruits prepare to ship-out for Basic Combat Training (BCT). In the early hours of June 29, among a small group of fresh-faced recruits, Spc. Rodney Rideaux’s tall, broad stature and seasoned gray hair stood out. “I knew that there was a possibility that I would not be able to join but I decided to go ahead … [Read more...]
Army National Guard Fields Disaster Comms Systems as 2018 Hurricane Season Begins
JUNE 28, 2018, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD - June marks the start of the 2018 Atlantic hurricane season, and U.S. states and territories are keeping an eye to the sky as they continue to rebuild in the wake of last year's string of devastating storms. Fortunately, if disaster strikes again, Army National Guard (ARNG) units will be able to use their tactical network … [Read more...]
National Guard Bureau Personnel Authorized to Wear New Organizational Badge
DECEMBER 19, 2017, Arlington, VA - Those assigned to the National Guard Bureau are now authorized to wear a new organizational badge that highlights the history of the NGB, officials announced recently. "It's an emblem to build spirit and reinforce organizational identification," said Army Lt. Col. Jeff Larrabee, chief historian with the NGB and a principal adviser during … [Read more...]
Louisiana National Guard Enlists First Female Field Artillery Soldier
December 17, 2015, NEW ORLEANS - Secretary of Defense Ash Carter announced last week that all military jobs will be open to women. For the first time in U.S. military history, gender will no longer be a deciding factor or disqualification. The Army had already begun the process of integrating some jobs, including many field artillery positions that were opened to women in … [Read more...]