JULY 18, 2018, Salinas, PR - The Puerto Rico National Guard and the Employer Support to the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), conducted the now traditional employer day "Bosslift" at Camp Santiago, Salinas. The event gives the employers of National Guard members the opportunity to experiment a day as a Soldier, thus providing a better understanding of what their employees do during … [Read more...]
Army Guard Soldiers to See Tuition Assistance Program Changes
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...]