News Features - The National Guard

Archive: February, 2026

Oregon Guardsman Innovates to Maintain Jets
February 24, 2026 — PORTLAND, Ore. – Staff Sgt. Kenneth Fritz, an avionics integrated systems technician at the 142nd... MORE

Oklahoma National Guard Unveils New Wellness Center
February 20, 2026 — OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma National Guard leadership held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Feb. 19 for the... MORE

Air Guard Pilot Recognized With Prestigious Shine Award
February 19, 2026 — JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. – U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Eric “Rebel” Emerson, a fighter squadron commander... MORE

Illinois National Guard Honors Former Guardsman Abraham Lincoln
February 12, 2026 — SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Illinois National Guard paid tribute to its most notable militiaman and 16th... MORE

Mother, Son Join Pennsylvania National Guard Together

Nevada Guardsman Earns Training Royal Flush Before 20

National Guard Gold Star Spouse Turns Grief Into Advocacy

Oregon Guard Supports Ceremony Featuring 103-Year-Old WWII Pilot

Kentucky Guard Protects Kentucky Derby Trophy