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Montana Guard Improves Rescue Ability With New Hoist System

Montana Guard Improves Rescue Ability With New Hoist System

HELENA, Mont. – Montana National Guard Soldiers recently completed instructor certification on a new hoist rescue capability that enhances stability during helicopter rescue operations and improves patient recovery in challenging environments.The two-day training on the VITA Rescue System was for Soldiers assigned to C Company, 1st Battalion, 189th…

2 hours ago, July 30, 2026
Washington Guard Advances Counter-Drone Capabilities

Washington Guard Advances Counter-Drone Capabilities

CAMP MURRAY, Wash. – With unmanned aircraft systems continuing to evolve as a threat to military installations, critical infrastructure and public events, the Washington National Guard has taken a significant step forward in protecting communities and supporting homeland security missions by advancing its counter-drone capabilities.The Washington…

4 hours ago, July 30, 2026
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Pennsylvania Guardsmen Strengthen Engineering Skills, Preserve Redwoods

Pennsylvania Guardsmen Strengthen Engineering Skills, Preserve Redwoods

ORICK, Calif. – Pennsylvania Air National Guardsmen partnered with the National Park Service through the Department of War’s Innovative Readiness Training program this summer to complete construction projects throughout Redwood National and State Parks while strengthening expeditionary engineering skills in a real-world environment.Airmen assigned…

3 hours ago, July 30, 2026
New York Air Guard Centralizes Recruiting With New Squadron

New York Air Guard Centralizes Recruiting With New Squadron

LATHAM, N.Y. – The New York Air National Guard activated its first Recruiting and Retention Squadron during a July 29 ceremony at New York Air National Guard headquarters, creating a centralized recruiting effort in the state.Maj. Joshua Bowers assumed command of the newly created squadron, accepting the New York Air National Guard Recruiting and…

6 hours ago, July 30, 2026
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Ohio Army National Guard Soldiers strengthen combat readiness at Camp Grayling CRX

U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to the Ohio Army National Guard's 1st Battalion, 148th Infantry Regiment conduct troop movements, offensive and defensive operations, and simulated medical evacuations during Combat Readiness Exercise 26-01 at Camp Grayling Joint Maneuver Training Center, Grayling, Mich., July 21-22, 2026. The exercise trained and evaluated Soldiers, leaders and staff across multiple echelons while testing the brigade's ability to plan, coordinate and execute combat operations. The 37th Infantry Brigade Combat Team executed the Army National Guard's first 15-day Combat Readiness Exercise, replacing the previous 21-day Exportable Combat Training Capability model while building combat-ready formations through realistic, multi-echelon training. Video by Sgt. 1st Class Christy L. Sherman.

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