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Syracuse-based Airmen hit 60,000 hours of MQ-9 flight time
December 29, 2020 — HANCOCK FIELD AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE, N.Y. – The Airmen of the 138th Attack Squadron, part of the New York Air National Guard’s 174th Attack Wing, hit the milestone of 60,000 hours flying unmanned... MORE

Members of the 174th Maintenance Group prepare to taxi the first Block 5 MQ-9 Reaper on Feb., 12, 2019, at Hancock Field Air National Guard Base in Syracuse, N.Y. A Block 5 is an updated version of the MQ-9 that allows upgraded communication and electrical systems.

COVID-19 response has involved over 5,000 NYNG members
December 29, 2020 — LATHAM, New York – The New York National Guard was among the first states to call up Soldiers and Airmen for the COVID-19 pandemic on March 10. Nine months later, on Dec. 17, it was one of two Guard... MORE

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Nigel Chen, assigned to Joint Task Force COVID-19, New York National Guard, administers the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine at the Camp Smith Training Site Medical Readiness Clinic, N.Y., on Dec. 18, 2020. The New York National Guard is participating in a Department of Defense vaccine pilot program in which 44,000 doses of the Pfizer vaccine are being administered to front line medical personnel at 16 locations around the world.

Michigan National Guard supports COVID-19 vaccination effort
December 29, 2020 — GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Michigan National Guard, on the front lines of the fight against COVID-19 since March, is now helping the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) get... MORE

U.S. Army 2nd Lt. Brianna Russell, right, a medical team reconnaissance liaison, and U.S. Army Spc. Bryan Coker, a medic serving with the Michigan National Guard’s (MING) COVID-19 Task Force Spartan, prepare a COVID-19 vaccination at Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital Grand Rapids, Michigan, Dec. 16, 2020. The MING and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services have been working together throughout the pandemic.

Ohio National Guard members begin getting COVID-19 vaccine
December 29, 2020 — COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio National Guard members on the front line of the state's pandemic response began receiving the COVID-19 vaccination just before Christmas. The Department of Defense is allocating... MORE

Sgt. Yen Nguyen, a combat medic with the Ohio Army National Guard Medical Detachment, administers the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine Dec. 22, 2020, at the Defense Supply Center Columbus in Columbus, Ohio. The Department of Defense is allocating the vaccine to the Ohio National Guard as part of a pilot program for Soldiers and Airmen performing full-time National Guard duty in support of the state’s COVID-19 response.

New Jersey Airmen support homes for veterans
December 28, 2020 — VINELAND, N.J. – Ten New Jersey Air National Guard Airmen from the 108th Wing and 177th Fighter Wing are activated and helping out at the Veterans Memorial Home as the staff continues to battle... MORE

U.S. Air Force Capt. Sara Kucharski, a physician assistant with the New Jersey Air National Guard’s 177th Medical Group, at the Veterans Memorial Home in Vineland, N.J., Dec. 23, 2020. The Airmen are assisting the veterans' home staff with COVID-19 rapid testing, N95 mask fit tests, and life enrichment for residents.

Massachusetts National Guard Soldier aids man struck by car
December 28, 2020 — LEXINGTON, Mass. – On his evening commute home from work, Sgt. 1st Class Charles Wilkinson, a flight paramedic with Detachment 1, Charlie Company, 3rd of the 126th Aviation, Westfield, was alarmed to... MORE

While on his way home from work, Massachusetts National Guard Sgt. 1st Class Charles Wilkinson, a flight paramedic with Detachment 1, Charlie Company, 3rd of the 126th Aviation, Westfield, Mass., came to the aid of a man struck by a car. After multiple surgeries, the man is doing well.

Louisiana National Guard responded at home, abroad in 2020
December 28, 2020 — NEW ORLEANS – The year 2020 has been an unprecedented year for the Louisiana National Guard. Between COVID response efforts, the busiest hurricane season since 2005 and a series of deployments, the... MORE

Louisiana National Guard Soldiers and Airmen evacuate people in southwest Louisiana before the landfall of Hurricane Laura at the Burton Coliseum in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Aug. 26, 2020. Burton Coliseum was used as a transition location to process evacuees and move them to safe locations outside the path of Laura.

NC Soldier part of National Guard's championship cyber team
December 23, 2020 — RALEIGH, N.C. – A North Carolina National Guard (NCNG) Soldier earned top national honors at the 5th Annual SANS Institute NetWars DoD Services Cup Championship, a virtual cyber problem-solving... MORE

Sgt. Micheal Gibbs, a cybersecurity analyst with the North Carolina Army National Guard's 883rd Combat Engineer Company, monitors networks Nov. 2, 2020, while assisting the Cyber Security Response Force in their support of the State Board of Elections before Election Day. Gibbs was on a National Guard team that earned top national honors at the 5th Annual SANS Institute NetWars DoD Services Cup Championship Dec. 17-18.

Michigan ANG helps keep deploying Airmen safe from COVID-19
December 23, 2020 — ALPENA, Mich. – On Dec. 15, the first Airmen arrived at Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center from around the country as part of the facility’s support for the Headquarters Air Force-led... MORE

Deploying Airmen arrive at Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center in Michigan Dec. 16, 2020. The Michigan Air National Guard facility was selected by the Air Force’s active-duty component to serve as a site for Airmen to spend two weeks in a controlled environment to ensure they do not have COVID-19 before traveling to their overseas assignments.

Idaho National Guard assists with COVID-19 response again
December 23, 2020 — BOISE, Idaho – The Idaho National Guard has partnered with agencies and organizations across Idaho in a renewed push against the COVID-19 pandemic.On Nov. 13, Gov. Brad Little activated 100 members... MORE

The Idaho National Guard has partnered with agencies and organizations across Idaho as the battle against COVID-19 continues. Gov. Brad Little has activated 250 members of the Idaho National Guard as COVID-19 cases elevated throughout the state.

Iowa ANG KC-135 painted with 75th anniversary art
December 23, 2020 — SIOUX CITY, Iowa – The blank space on the nose or tail of an aircraft beckons to be filled. For as long as there have been airplanes, aircrew and aircraft maintainers have felt compelled to paint... MORE

New York National Guard begins COVID-19 vaccinations
December 21, 2020 — WATERVLIET, N.Y. – Almost 1,000 New York National Guard Soldiers and Airmen were vaccinated against COVID-19 Dec. 17-20 as part of a Department of Defense (DOD) pilot program at 16 locations... MORE

U.S. Army Sgt. Tyler Kelfant, assigned to Joint Task Force COVID-19, New York National Guard, prepares a dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine at the Camp Smith Training Site Medical Readiness Clinic, N.Y., on Dec. 18, 2020. The New York National Guard is participating in a Department of Defense vaccine pilot program in which 44,000 doses of the Pfizer vaccine are being administered to frontline medical personnel at 16 locations around the world.

Wisconsin National Guard assists with vaccine rollout
December 21, 2020 — MADISON, Wis. — A small team of Citizen-Soldiers and -Airmen from the Wisconsin National Guard supported the distribution of the state’s first shipment of COVID-19 vaccines.Approximately 20 troops are... MORE

Spc. Liam Sherry-Lamb, a human resources specialist assigned to 62nd Medical Brigade, hauls medical supplies across the Wisconsin Army National Guard Armory in Madison, in preparation for the arrival of Army medical providers who will be supporting local hospitals, Dec. 10, 2020.

WVNG helps process, deliver COVID-19 vaccine
December 21, 2020 — CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia National Guard (WVNG) shifted its focus to receiving and delivering the first batch of COVID-19 vaccine across the Mountain State.As a part of the state’s plan,... MORE

Members of the West Virginia Joint Interagency Task Force for Vaccinations hold a drill to finalize plans to receive, handle and distribute COVID-19 vaccine across West Virginia at the West Virginia National Guard Joint Forces Headquarters in Charleston, Dec. 11, 2020.

156th Communications Flight trains to set up communications
December 18, 2020 — CEIBA, Puerto Rico – Airmen with the Puerto Rico Air National Guard’s 156th Communications Flight recently trained at the Roosevelt Roads U.S. Army Reserve Center to build on their Joint Incident Site... MORE

U.S. Airmen with the 156th Communications Flight, Puerto Rico Air National Guard, assemble a point-to-point microwave to receive network capabilities from the Joint Incident Site Communications Capability to their alternate location during training at the Roosevelt Roads U.S. Army Reserve Center in Ceiba, Puerto Rico, Dec. 9, 2020. Airmen with the 156th CF are training with new team members on updated JISCC equipment.

Holiday season can be a stressful time
December 17, 2020 — FORT INDIANTOWN GAP, Pa. – For many, the holiday season is a joyous time of year.For others, including those with mental health disorders such as depression, the holiday season can be a stressful... MORE

The holiday season can be stressful for many people. But there are some ways to ease the pressure.

Colorado Guard maintains readiness during record year
December 17, 2020 — CENTENNIAL, Colo. – The Colorado National Guard's COVID-19 mission is the largest and longest activation of the National Guard in state history in what has been a record year for CONG domestic... MORE

U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Douglas Paul, commanding general of the Colorado Army National Guard, thanks Soldiers for their work and dedication at the Colorado Convention Center, Denver, April 20, 2020. Guard members are serving a multitude of roles at the direction of governor to help combat the coronavirus.

Frontline Indiana Guardsmen receive COVID vaccine
December 17, 2020 — FRANKLIN, Ind. – Approximately 200 Indiana National Guard Soldiers and Airmen received the COVID vaccine on Dec. 16 at the Johnson County Armory.The Hoosier Guardsmen who were vaccinated have been on... MORE

Approximately 200 Indiana National Guard Soldiers and Airmen received the COVID vaccination on Dec. 16, 2020, at the Johnson County Armory in Frankllin, Ind. The Guard members have been on the front lines of the fight against the coronavirus, working at nursing homes, food banks and elsewhere.

Virginia National Guard staged for winter storm response
December 16, 2020 — RICHMOND, Va. – The Virginia National Guard has staged approximately 60 Soldiers and 20 vehicles in the northwest area of the state to help respond to the impact of heavy snow along the I-81 and I-66... MORE

Virginia National Guard Soldiers assigned to the 116th Infantry Brigade Combat Team conduct pre-mission maintenance checks Dec. 16, 2020, in Staunton before staging for state emergency support duty at multiple locations in the northwest area of the state during winter weather.

Oklahoma Guard delivers state's first COVID-19 vaccine
December 16, 2020 — OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma National Guard, in cooperation with the Oklahoma State Department of Health, delivered the first COVID-19 vaccines in the state on Dec. 15. Two teams of Guardsmen... MORE

Oklahoma National Guard Cpl. Danielle O'Connor and Spc. Ryan Tate, right, carry an ultra-cold box containing COVID-19 vaccinations to vehicles to transport the vaccines to sites across the state, Dec. 15, 2020. These are the first vaccines to be distributed in Oklahoma from one of five centralized hubs supporting 11 satellite locations.

Louisiana Guard, Active Component Airmen Complete Air-to-Air Integration Training

Air National Guard Leaders Host 2025 Wing Leader Fly-In

Colorado Army National Guard Conducts Aviation Training for Wildfire Season

Lt. Gen. Jon Stubbs Highlights Virginia National Guard Excellence at Military Ball

Oregon Air Guard Participates in Sentry Aloha Exercise