JANUARY 21, 2026 — The U.S. Senate has confirmed Army Lt. Gen. Thomas M. Carden to serve as the 12th vice chief of the National Guard Bureau. With this confirmation, Carden, a Georgia Army National Guard officer, will also receive a fourth star, marking the first time the National Guard has had two four-star generals and making him the first NGB vice chief to wear the … [Read more...]
STARCOM Launches Captain’s Leadership Course
JANUARY 21, 2026 - Space Training and Readiness Command held an assumption of command ceremony for Space Delta 13 Detachment 2 and officially launched its Captain’s Leadership Course at Texas A&M University, Jan. 20. Managed by STARCOM’s Delta 13 Detachment 2, CLC is a four-week resident course held in partnership with Texas A&M’s Bush School of Government and Public … [Read more...]
Naval Base San Diego Earns 2025 Top Shore Award
JANUARY 21, 2026 — Naval Base San Diego (NBSD), the largest naval installation in the Pacific, has been awarded the 2025 Shore Battle “E” Award in the Fleet Concentration/Extra Large category, recognizing sustained excellence in operational readiness, installation management, and unwavering support to the Fleet, warfighters, and Navy families. “This recognition belongs to … [Read more...]
Finding Common Ground in the Nation’s Capital
JANUARY 21, 2026 — As evening settles over the city, Ohio National Guard Soldiers fan out across Metro platforms, sidewalks and public spaces where thousands of people pass through every night. Some commuters hurry past, others pause to ask a question or offer a quiet thank you. For the Soldiers supporting the D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission, those everyday interactions reflect … [Read more...]
Olympic Torch Passes U.S. Army Garrison Italy
JANUARY 21, 2026 — The golden glow of the Olympic flame illuminated the streets of Vicenza the evening of Tuesday, Jan. 20, as the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Games relay marked a symbolic moment for both U.S. Army Garrison Italy and the local community. The relay is a monumental feat of logistics, spanning 63 days and covering 12,000 kilometers. It involves 10,001 … [Read more...]