In episode 2 of COVID Chat with Kat, we address the legal questions of the COVID vaccine mandate. Kat talks to our legal expert, Mr. Chris Smith and he answers the many questions asked by our Wyoming Soldiers, Airmen, and their family members. Please remember… Read More »COVID Chat with Kat: Episode 2
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Members of the Wyoming Military Department have been requested by the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH), and activated by Gov. Mark Gordon, to temporarily assist with voluntary COVID-19 mapping (contact tracing) efforts and other associated administrative tasks. A total of 20 soldiers… Read More »Wyoming National Guard called upon to assist Wyoming Department of Health
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The Wyoming National Guard conducted an approved security cooperation event with 13 members of the Tunisian military Sept. 13-25, in Cheyenne. Three members of the Tunisian military tested positive for COVID-19 on Sept. 23 as part of departure procedures and were immediately… Read More »Three members of Tunisian military test positive for COVID-19 while in Cheyenne for training
In light of continued concern over the COVID-19 virus, it is with regret that the difficult decision has been made to cancel the Wyoming Air National Guard’s 2020 Wild West Airshow scheduled for Sept. 11-13. “Every year, we look forward to opening up our base… Read More »Wyoming Air National Guard’s 2020 Wild West Air Show canceled
By Spc. Kristina Kranz, 197th Public Affairs Detachment LARAMIE, Wyo. – In these unprecedented times, Soldiers are having to change their way of life in order to adapt to rapidly changing situations. This is on top of the always present risk of being deployed. Because… Read More »Financial resources available for WyARNG Soldiers during COVID-19
By Spc. Bradley Archer, 197th Public Affairs Detachment LARAMIE, Wyo. — Step by step Soldiers run a two mile while gasping for air attempting to pass their Army Physical Fitness Test, or APFT. Most every Soldier has had this feeling, just pushing a little bit… Read More »Fitness resources for WyARNG Soldiers during COVID-19
CAMP GUERNSEY JOINT TRAINING CENTER, Wyo. – An out-of-state trainee present for training tested positive for COVID-19 at Camp Guernsey. This individual was immediately isolated following the recognition of symptoms until being transported to home station. All individuals who made contact with this individual have… Read More »Out-of-state trainee tests positive for COVID-19
The Oregon Trail State Veterans Cemetery has canceled the Memorial Day ceremony scheduled for May 25, 2020 at 11 a.m. In an effort to adhere to Governor Gordon’s safety guidelines and consulting with the Natrona County United Veterans Council president Cecil Barnes; the cemetery staff… Read More »Memorial Day ceremony canceled at Oregon Trail State Veterans Cemetery
“They have been very flexible in applying their high-level skills to this particular problem and also done a lot of work in cultivating and developing the partnership with the state lab and the relationships that we have with the folks there,” said U.S. Army Lt.… Read More »Partnership Results in Success
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The Wyoming Air National Guard’s 153rd Airlift Wing will be conducting an aerial salute to the health care professionals on the frontlines in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. On Friday, May 15, the Air National Guard will present a two-ship C-130… Read More »Wings Across Wyoming – Salute to Healthcare Heroes
“Having crews that are ready to fly per Air Force regulations is a full-time job”, said Master Sgt. Michael Hensala, health systems specialist of the 187th AES. “The aeromedical crews flying these COVID patients are also facing a new challenge due to the number of… Read More »Wyoming Air National Guard members deploy in support of COVID Task Force West
Due to COVID-19 and CDC guidelines regarding social distancing, the Oregon Trail State Veterans Cemetery has cancelled the annual flag placement on individual graves, which was scheduled for May 23, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. The cemetery will place the Avenue of Flags along the entry… Read More »Veterans cemetery annual flag placement cancelled
Due to concerns regarding COVID‐19, Wyoming Army National Guard soldiers currently deployed have been extended overseas. At this time, the period of extension will likely be 60 days, but no official decision has been made. These events are out of the control of the Wyoming… Read More »Deployed Army National Guard Soldiers delayed
Until Further Notice, we will continue conducting internments but have halted funeral Services, to comply with the National Cemetery Administration (NCA) guidelines. Due to concerns regarding COVID-19, the Oregon Trail State Veterans Cemetery will halt all funeral services until further notice. Direct internments will still… Read More »Clarification: Oregon Trail State Veterans Cemetery still open for internments
Cheyenne, Wyo. – Rumor Control: Rely on official sources — including CDC, WOHS, and WMD — for accurate COVID information. Defeat unfounded rumors. Here are the Facts: 1. As of today March 24, the Governor has not activated the National Guard in response to COVID-19.… Read More »Rumor Control: Rely on official sources
CAMP GUERNSEY JOINT TRAINING CENTER, Wyo. – Camp Guernsey will not allow general public access to post due to concerns surrounding the recent national COVID‐19 threat. This includes, but is not limited to; the gym, dinning facility, general store, and the all ranks club. Business… Read More »Camp Guernsey closed to general public