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Matthew Stevens, a cyber specialist, husband and father talks about joining the Arkansas National Guard at 40 years old. “Just because you’re not 22 anymore doesn't mean the ship has sailed on you.," he said. See his story here: https://t.co/hkkn4UoI8F

The program is administered by the National Guard Bureau, guided by State Department foreign policy goals, and executed by the state adjutants general in support of combatant commander and U.S. Chief of Mission security cooperation objectives and Department of War policy goals.

Class participants also toured the Arkansas State Capitol and received briefings on legislative affairs and international trade. The Arkansas National Guard and Guatemala have been paired in the National Guard Bureau’s State Partnership Program since 2002.

We hosted Guatemala’s Ministry of National Defense war college class May 14-15. Class participants received a briefing about the Arkansas National Guard, and toured key facilities to learn about our operations and how we support both the state and nation in our dual roles. https://t.co/yBBMFVTrqm

Spc. Bobbie McClean, a teacher at Armorel High School and mother of two, talks about joining the Arkansas National Guard at 43 years old. McClean had planned to join the military when she herself was a high school student. See her whole story here: https://t.co/Hufp9dBvbe https://t.co/eZirX4jw5R

Arkansas River Valley civic leaders got a behind-the-scenes look May 7, 2026, at a Fort Chaffee Joint Maneuver Training Center live-fire exercise, and the 142nd Field Artillery Brigade in action. Read more here: https://t.co/Jdq5MDg09e https://t.co/OPFGzyaKqO

Great to recognize four deserving NCOs who jumped into action after a mishap May 4, 2026, on Fort Chaffee Joint Maneuver Training Center. Their quick thinking and actions preserved a life. Read more here: https://t.co/QVgfai1Opr https://t.co/NSuJQ69OEi

Thank you to all who participated and to our education partners for helping us build a stronger, more resilient Arkansas!

By connecting educators with the opportunities and benefits of Guard service, we’re working together to empower the next generation of Arkansans—ensuring our state is always ready, always there.

Led by BG Michael Henderson, this event is part of our ongoing commitment to building strong partnerships with Arkansas schools and communities.

Today, the Arkansas National Guard hosted a successful Guard 101 Briefing and educator flight at Springdale Airport, bringing together education leaders from across Northwest Arkansas. #ArkansasGuard #AlwaysReady #EducationPartners #ServeArkansas #3EFramework https://t.co/HjCvwWZzG2

Read more here: https://t.co/cFzgFIYXHP

Join us in congratulating Ebbing Air National Guard Base's 188th Logistics Readiness Squadron for earning the Gen. Mark A. Welch III "One Air Force Award." This is the second Air Force-level award the 188th Wing has earned in the past few months. https://t.co/C1UJTcs9HR

After moving to the U.S. from Vietnam in 2022, Mai made Fort Smith, Ark., his home and chose service as a way to give back. By joining the ARNG, he not only supported his community but also earned citizenship sooner than expected through the Military Naturalization Program.

Army National Guard Spc. Vu Mai, with the 142nd Field Artillery Brigade earned his United States citizenship while on mission in Washington, D.C., Jan. 30, 2026. With the Military Naturalization Program, Mai hopes to continue to give back to his community and to his country. https://t.co/0IG2LJbsrs

Additionally, winter weather debris removal teams will be available, as needed, by ASP.

The Governor has ordered 168 Guardsmen to state active duty beginning today until weather conditions improve. Guardsmen will support the Arkansas State Police around the clock at all Troop location areas around the state. https://t.co/dyezQt78Gl

RT @SarahHuckabee: Severe winter weather is headed our way. Don’t get caught unprepared. https://t.co/wDDw77N3B9 has the latest resources…

Jet fuel powers the F-35 Foreign Military Sales mission at Ebbing Air National Guard Base in Fort Smith. The 188th Wing's increased capability will ensure mission success as more partner nation aircraft arrive for pilot training in the coming years. https://t.co/wmy66l7ELJ

The Education and Incentives Branch is accepting National Guard Tuition Waiver applications now through Feb. 28, 2026, for the upcoming college Spring Semester. Guardsmen can apply online here: https://t.co/LekEo1lEZk under the Financial Aid tab on the left-hand side of the page. https://t.co/KYoPw1OWDB

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