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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

Lincoln, Marshall, Mountain Home, Russellville, Walnut Ridge, and more. To find out how to apply, go to our website: https://t.co/711w7FGd2W

Sights set on an AGR job in the Arkansas Army National Guard? We’ve got openings, and the clock is ticking as the application window closes Jan. 5, 2026. Jobs are available in Camp Joseph T. Robinson, Clarksville, Conway, DeQueen, Fayetteville, Forrest City, Gum Springs, Hazen, https://t.co/jo2dgzlufP

Guardsmen from the 142nd Field Artillery Brigade met Dec. 16, 2025, with Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, U.S. Sen. Tom Cotton, and Brig. Gen. Chad Bridges to discuss the ongoing security mission in the nation’s capital. https://t.co/IwISjo41Wz

Arkansas Air National Guard the pharmacy team has filled more than 1,085 prescriptions for local citizens so far this week providing care for local Guatemalan communities as part of Arkansas National Guard State Partnership , Amistad por Guatemala. https://t.co/tC1rZfsj2w

to the nation’s southern border in Texas to support U.S. Customs and Border Patrol.

Nearly 120 Arkansas National Guardsmen and four UH-72 Lakota aircraft from 1st Battalion,114th Security and Support Aviation Regiment, 77th Expeditionary Combat Aviation Brigade, departed Oct. 5 for a 13-month Title 10 federal active duty deployment https://t.co/TNinq3GDkN

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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Arkansas Guardsmen head to Washington, D.C.

Arkansas National Guard Public Affairs Office

Dec. 1, 2025 | 5:59

Arkansas Guardsmen head to Washington, D.C.

Arkansas National Guard Public Affairs Office

Dec. 1, 2025 | 5:59

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Forging tomorrow’s leaders, one cadet at a time Arkansas Civil Air Patrol cadets stepped into the world of Air Force operations this week during a visit to #HerkNation. From hands-on demonstrations to a close-up look at the C-130, the tour offered a powerful glimpse into real-world missions and career possibilities, igniting purpose and shaping the path for tomorrow’s leaders.

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Arkansas Civil Air Patrol cadets stepped into the world of Air Force operations this week during a visit to #HerkNation.
From hands-on demonstrations to a close-up look at the C-130, the tour offered a powerful glimpse into real-world missions and career possibilities, igniting purpose and shaping the path for tomorrow’s leaders.