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Texas governor activates Guard as flooding threatens South Texas
July 8, 2010 — AUSTIN - Gov. Rick Perry today directed the activation of state search and rescue capabilities, including Texas National Guard personnel and resources, as heavy rains and flooding continue to threaten...

First Lady, Dr. Biden help military families
July 8, 2010 — WASHINGTON, - After my whirlwind weekend in Iraq with Dr. Jill Biden that I shared in my last blog, I walked away with an even deeper appreciation for her efforts to support our troops and their...

‘CSI’ actor proposes new approach for Youth ChalleNGe leaders
July 8, 2010 — SAN DIEGO, - When actor Hill Harper of “CSI: NY” was a teenager, a pivotal moment forced him to see dreams and goals not as end-points but as launching pads to bigger and better things. Speaking at...

Instructor uses Marine Corps experience in Air Guard
July 8, 2010 — EL PASO, Texas - As a combat-seasoned Marine, Air Force Tech. Sgt. David Butler never thought he would be serving here as an instructor with the Texas Air National Guard.But now that he is here, he...

Puerto Rico extends validity of current birth certificates
July 7, 2010 — WASHINGTON, D.C., - The government of Puerto Rico has approved an amendment that extends the validity of current Puerto Rico birth certificates for three months, through Sept. 30, 2010, to provide a...

Missouri Soldiers dedicate South Dakota bridge to fallen comrade
July 7, 2010 — CUSTER STATE PARK, S.D. - Most visitors to this park near Rapid City, South Dakota will not know who Sgt. Denis D. Kisseloff was, but that doesn’t matter to the Missouri Soldiers who dedicated a park...

Mongolian Expeditionary Task Force holds combat lifesaver training
July 7, 2010 — CAMP EGGERS KABUL, Afghanistan - The Mongolian Expeditionary Task Force (METF) had the opportunity to learn some new skills during an Army Combat Lifesavers Course here in June. Sixteen task force...

Vermont Guard trains Afghan police as instructors
July 7, 2010 — AFGHANISTAN - The circle is complete here in Panjshir province, where Afghan National Police who graduated basic police procedures and tactics training, administered by the 410th Military Police...

My weekend in Iraq with Dr. Biden
July 7, 2010 — WASHINGTON, - It was the day before the long, Fourth of July weekend and I already was in holiday mode. My stepdaughter, who lives in Texas, was in town, and I was planning to load all of my children...

Oklahoma artillery unit trains on new weapons system
July 7, 2010 — CAMP GRAYLING, Mich., - As the 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team prepares for possible deployment to Afghanistan in 2011, the Soldiers of the brigade’s 1st Battalion, 160th Field Artillery traveled...

Texas Air Guard teaches a ‘Total Force’ lesson
July 7, 2010 — EL PASO, Texas - Several active duty security forces members now have a better idea what the “Total Force” concept is after learning valuable combat skills from Guard instructors.Senior Airman Michele...

Guard opens language training center in Georgia
July 7, 2010 — ARLINGTON, Va., - The newly constructed Georgia National Guard Language Training Center recently opened its doors at the Clay National Guard Center in Marietta, Ga., and provides the resources...

'Me and a Friend' program honors military kids
July 6, 2010 — WASHINGTON - When Defense Department and USO officials created the "Me and a Friend" program, Kelsie Vick was who they had in mind.After moving 10 times with her father, Army Master Sgt. John Vick,...

New A-10s arrive at Fort Wayne
July 6, 2010 — FORT WAYNE, Ind., - The 122nd Fighter Wing is currently converting from the F-16 Fighting Falcon to the A-10 Thunderbolt, also known as the Warthog.The A-10 is a larger aircraft at 53 feet 4 inches...

Dr. Biden hears from Guard troops in Iraq
July 6, 2010 — CAMP PROSPERITY, Iraq, - Reintegration, education and support for single soldiers' families were among the issues Texas Army National Guard soldiers raised here yesterday during a roundtable...

The White House Blog: Wrapping Up My Visit to Iraq
July 6, 2010 — Today I started my day off at a breakfast event with civilian volunteers from the U.S. embassy here in Iraq. Just like our soldiers, these individuals are sacrificing a tremendous amount on behalf of...

Earnhardt advances in points race after Daytona
July 6, 2010 — DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - Dale Earnhardt Jr., driver of the No. 88 National Guard "8 Soldiers 8 Missions" Chevrolet, avoided a series of pileups in Saturday's 400-mile NASCAR Sprint Cup Series event at...

Louisiana Guard uses raft to assist workers in Grand Isle
July 6, 2010 — NEW ORLEANS - Soldiers of the Louisiana National Guard's 2225th Multi-Role Bridge Company, 205th Engineer Battalion, have been performing transport duties off the coast of Louisiana near Grand Isle,...

Mullens advocate more reserve support
July 6, 2010 — WASHINGTON, - Military leaders are working hard to create the same kind of support network for the reserve components that exists for the active duty, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said...

Ohio Air Guardsman mentors Afghani logisticians
July 6, 2010 — KABUL, Afghanistan, - An Ohio Air National Guard member is helping the Afghan National Army Air Force to understand the benefits of using airlift to move heavy equipment.Lt. Col. Michael Masiker, a...

West Virginia Air Guard Trains for Complex Trauma Response

Connecticut Guard Strengthens Engineering Skills in Alaska

Montana Guard Chinook Crew Returns From Washington Wildfire Mission

Air Guard Medics Train for Drone Threats at Northern Strike

Montana Guard Chemical Company Tests Readiness at Northern Strike