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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

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

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Arkansas Guardsmen Assist in Hurricane Harvey Relief Efforts - Review

Arkansas National Guard Public Affairs Office

Sept. 22, 2017 | 3:30

Arkansas Guardsmen Assist in Hurricane Harvey Relief Efforts - Review

Arkansas National Guard Public Affairs Office

Sept. 22, 2017 | 3:30

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22 Arkansas National Guardsmen to deploy to Texas to assist that state with transportation of search and rescue personnel in the vicinity of Austin,Texas
August 11, 2025 — 22 Arkansas National Guardsmen to deploy to Texas to assist that state with transportation of search and rescue personnel in the vicinity of Austin,Texas... MORE

1st Battalion, 142nd Field Artillery Regiment hosts first Family Day in over a decade
August 11, 2025 — 1st Battalion, 142nd Field Artillery Regiment hosted its first Family Day in over a decade... MORE

1st Battalion, 142nd Field Artillery Regiment hosted its first Family Day in over a decade.

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188th Wing Executes Major Static Aircraft Move in Preparation for Base Construction
August 11, 2025 — On Friday, July 11, 2025, the 188th Wing undertook a massive logistical operation, relocating six historic static display aircraft currently on loan from the National Museum of the United States Air Force. These aircraft, long-standing symbols of the wing’s proud heritage, were safely moved from Ebbing Air National Guard Base to make way for upcoming construction projects... MORE

On Friday, July 11, 2025, the 188th Wing undertook a massive logistical operation, relocating six historic static display aircraft currently on loan from the National Museum of the United States Air Force. These aircraft, long-standing symbols of the wing’s proud heritage, were safely moved from Ebbing Air National Guard Base to make way for upcoming construction projects.

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189th Airlift Wing travels to Guatemala to engage with Guatemalan Air Force (GAF)
August 11, 2025 — 189th Airlift Wing travels to Guatemala to engage with Guatemalan Air Force (GAF) leadership... MORE

As part of the Arkansas National Guard State Partnership Program, members of the 189th Airlift Wing recently traveled to Guatemala to engage with Guatemalan Air Force (GAF) leadership.

Arkansas Guardsmen Buzz Camp Robinson with new drone training
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Drone Training has come to Camp Robinson as Arkansas Army National guardsmen with Delta Company 239th Brigade Engineer Battalion participate in a new course

Paladins Light The Night Over Fort Chaffee
August 7, 2025 — Alpha Battery, 2nd Battalion, 142nd Field Artillery Brigade began the first night of night fire with illumination rounds at Fort Chaffee, Ark., June 19, 2025... MORE

Alpha Battery, 2nd Battalion, 142nd Field Artillery Brigade began the first night of night fire with illumination rounds at Fort Chaffee, Ark., June 19, 2025.

Joint Task Force Conducts Civil Disturbance Training
August 7, 2025 — More than 230 Arkansas National Guardsmen and central Arkansas law enforcement officers trained Aug. 2, 2025, at North Little Rock’s Burns Park to complete required biennial training to ensure Guardsmen and law enforcement are in step and ready to respond if a civil disturbance event occurs... MORE

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