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prescribed for, or from little ones accidentally ingesting them. Public safety is a top priority, and it's teamwork like this with the federal Drug Enforcement Agency, Arkansas State Police, county sheriffs, and local police that helps lead the way.

Over the past 15 years, Counterdrug has helped state law enforcement officials eliminate more than 329 tons of prescription drugs that were no longer needed by Arkansans, which helped reduce the chances of the prescriptions from falling into the hands of those they're not

The Arkansas State Police director today recognized the Arkansas National Guard's Counterdrug team for its efforts supporting twice yearly drug take back operations across the state. https://t.co/AmfcKhqJqS

Through his service, he earned an associate of arts degree that helped him land his current job in the private sector at Springdale Christian Center. With 12 years in uniform, his journey continues as he’s currently a semester’s worth of classes away from a degree in business.

MINUTEMAN MONDAY! Staff Sgt. Jose Ruiz enlisted in the Arkansas Army National Guard right out of high school to help pay for college. He didn’t have any college scholarships lined up or a job. https://t.co/pEKrO1NadX

Hurricane Katrina came and went 20 years ago, and left an indelible mark, not only on the Louisiana and Mississippi Gulf Coast, but also those in the Arkansas National Guard who were mobilized to help their neighbors to the south. Read more here: https://t.co/OkRTFHHJQ4 https://t.co/rkm8a50uoa

Back To School, Warrior! The National Guard Tuition Waiver now includes PRIVATE COLLEGES and CREDENTIALING programs. Contact your education office at: Army Guard: 501-212-5240 Air Guard: 501-987-1433 https://t.co/N8rBdbFYBd https://t.co/dwICgRFmxS

Education just got even better! The National Guard Tuition Waiver now includes private colleges and credentialing programs. That means MORE options for YOUR future. 501-212-5240 to learn more! https://t.co/HMf0wcL2UC

Arkansas Guardsmen completed the inaugural Guardian Response Training Academy, Aug. 21st, on Camp Robinson. The three-day course combines the previous disaster response training conducted through the yearly training cycle into a single course to be conducted annually in August. https://t.co/bNOb5oV6mp

The Arkansas National Guard is working closely with its state and federal partners to intensify preparations for a high-magnitude earthquake from the New Madrid Seismic Zone, spanning Illinois to northeast Arkansas. Read more here: https://t.co/9tUiwbA6Fp https://t.co/ITWTrM9GH2

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@188thWG's 184th Attack Squadron named best RPA squadron in the Air Force!🇺🇸 #NoBetterPeople #NoBetterPlace #NoBetterOpportunity #NoBetterDeal https://t.co/UuuoMrMKFV

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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott visited with some of our 77th TAB Soldiers on state active duty, assisting the @TXMilitary with rescue and recovery efforts from the July 4 flash flooding. The @USNationalGuard domestic operations mission is a vital asset for communities across the country. https://t.co/TKVu2hyfoB

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Live Footage Upload M777A2 Howitzer Fielding, Firing Makes History

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July 28, 2018 | 5:35

Live Footage Upload M777A2 Howitzer Fielding, Firing Makes History

Arkansas National Guard Public Affairs Office

July 28, 2018 | 5:35

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Live Footage Upload M777A2 Howitzer Fielding, Firing Makes History

Soldiers in the Arkansas National Guard fired newly issued M777A2 towed 155 mm howitzers during a live fire training exercise at Fort Chaffee Joint Maneuver Training Center, near Barling, Arkansas, 28 July. The howitzers were fielded to the newest formed unit in the state of Arkansas. Charlie Battery "Cold Steel", 1st Battalion, 206th Field Artillery Regiment, 39th Infantry Brigade Combat Team is headquartered in Booneville, Arkansas. This is the first time in history that the M777A2 howitzer has been issued to the Arkansas National Guard. Charlie battery was specifically formed just to receive these new artillery pieces and they have been tasked with the responsibility of handling and maintaining the newly fielded howitzers. The M777A2s are commonly referred to as "Triple 7s". The battery was issued the weapons on 16 July, 2018. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Spc. Stephen M. Wright)

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