MARCH 19, 2026 - The 101st Airborne Division tested its ability to integrate unmanned aircraft systems to support ground forces during a live-fire exercise, March 12 at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. "We are no strangers to innovation here on Fort Campbell," said Army Brig. Gen. Travis McIntosh, deputy commanding general of operations for the division. "Drones are reshaping the … [Read more...]
Guard Integrates New Technology To Aid Rescue Missions
MARCH 18, 2026 – The Air National Guard recently secured $22 million in federal funding to field a new satellite-based communications system designed to significantly improve response and coordination during missions in both domestic and deployed environments. The new system, called the Ku/Ka Communication Suite, allows aircews to send and receive secure voice and data … [Read more...]
Navy Reshapes Warfighting Acquisition System
MARCH 18, 2026 – The Department of the Navy (DON) today announced the establishment of five Portfolio Acquisition Executive organizations: PAE Industrial Operations, PAE Marine Corps, PAE Maritime, PAE Strategic Systems Programs and PAE Undersea. With these directives, the Navy is fully engaged in making the PAE model the new operational standard for the acquisition enterprise, … [Read more...]
Rangers Gear Up for Recreation Season
MARCH 18, 2026 – In preparation for the 2026 recreation season, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District hosted its annual Park Ranger Workshop March 10–12 at Chattanooga State Community College. More than 50 rangers representing 10 lakes headed to the Erlanger Health Science Center for critical instruction on wilderness first aid, visitor assistance, and … [Read more...]
Guard Drone Teams Support Border Operations
MARCH 18, 2026 – A request from higher headquarters crackled over the radio of a Texas National Guard drone team: U.S. Border Patrol agents needed immediate aerial support. A nearby homeowner had reported two people moving through thick brush in the dark near the Rio Grande. Border Patrol agents searched the area on foot without locating the individuals, who were suspected … [Read more...]