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Welcome Home: 153rd Airlift Wing’s C-130 Hercules and Airmen return from successful deployment

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Story by Master Sgt. Jon Alderman After nearly four months in the U.S. Africa Command area ofresponsibility, the Wyoming Air National Guard’s 153rd Airlift Wing has successfully concluded its deployment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. The C-130 Hercules aircraft, along with over 130 dedicated… Read More »Welcome Home: 153rd Airlift Wing’s C-130 Hercules and Airmen return from successful deployment

Army recognizes Wyoming Army National Guard Recruiting Battalion for superior performance

by Joseph "Cos" Coslett

Army recognizes Wyoming Army National Guard Recruiting Battalion for superior performance

Funeral Service Announcement for Cadet Sabrina Geller

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The family of Cadet Sabrina Geller of Golf Co., 2nd Battalion, 211th Aviation, Wyoming Army National Guard, invites the community to join them in honoring the life and service of their beloved daughter and comrade. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. on Feb.… Read More »Funeral Service Announcement for Cadet Sabrina Geller

1st Lt. Garrett Stanfill’s journey to esports glory

by Staff Sgt. Kristina Kranz

In the fast-paced realm of esports, where every move counts, and victory hangs in the balance, 1st Lt. Garrett Stanfill, a Wyoming Army National Guard Soldier, has forged his path from a Gameboy enthusiast to a triumphant player in Overwatch for the U.S. Army Esports… Read More »1st Lt. Garrett Stanfill’s journey to esports glory

Wyoming Veterans Commission invites public to film screening

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LARAMIE, Wyo. – The Wyoming Veterans Commission announces the premiere screening of short films crafted by regional veterans who participated in a recent film workshop on Thursday, Jan. 25, at 6 p.m. at the University of Wyoming Union, 1000 E. University Dr., Laramie, Wyoming. The Patton… Read More »Wyoming Veterans Commission invites public to film screening

Wyoming Veterans Memorial Museum takes flight into helicopter history on Family Fun Day

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CASPER, Wyo. – The Wyoming Veterans Memorial Museum invites the community to soar into the fascinating world of helicopter history during its upcoming Family Fun Day on Jan. 20, 2024. The event, scheduled from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., explores the usage of helicopters by the… Read More »Wyoming Veterans Memorial Museum takes flight into helicopter history on Family Fun Day

Veteran’s Day Edition – Part 2

by Master Sgt. Jacqueline Marshall

Earlier this year, the public affairs office had the opportunity to travel across the state of Wyoming with Governor Mark Gordon, Major General Greg General Porter, and the Wyoming National Guard leadership for the annual Veterans Welcome home day. In part one, we visit Green… Read More »Veteran’s Day Edition – Part 2

Veteran’s Day Edition – Part 1

by Master Sgt. Jacqueline Marshall

Museums part of Blue Star Museums Program for 2022

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The Wyoming National Guard Museum in Cheyenne The Wyoming National Guard Museum will be a “Blue Star Museum” for 2022. The Blue Star Museum program is a nationwide initiative that offers free museum admission to active-duty military personnel and their families this summer from Armed… Read More »Museums part of Blue Star Museums Program for 2022

WY I SERVE – Staff Sergeant Lauren Montgomery

by Master Sgt. Jacqueline Marshall

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Lauren Montgomery grew up in a military family. Lauren shares how her love for the military and those close family bonds continue with her fellow members. Watch to find out why Lauren serves.

Military training exercise taking place on 287 North of Rawlins

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LARAMIE, Wyo. – Reminder to motorists, the Wyoming Department of Transportation and the Wyoming Highway Patrol will be closing US 287/WYO 789 between Rawlins and Lamont to all traffic from about 5-8:30 a.m. on Sept. 13, in order to support a segment of a large… Read More »Military training exercise taking place on 287 North of Rawlins

Educating through the Misinformation: Chief Hondel shares her vaccination experience

by Master Sgt. Jacqueline Marshall

Chief Master Sergeant Denise Hondel shares her experience in receiving both doses of the Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine. Please email us your questions at wyoguard@gmail.com. Also, if you are curious about investigating your concerns or questions about the vaccine. Feel free to explore the list… Read More »Educating through the Misinformation: Chief Hondel shares her vaccination experience

Wyoming Soldiers compete in Best Warrior Competition

by Staff Sgt. Kristina Kranz

Besides starting some familiarization training a few months prior to the competition, most of the competitors only have a basic knowledge of these events. Some haven’t had to do any since basic combat training. The weapon systems especially. A good portion of guard soldiers only… Read More »Wyoming Soldiers compete in Best Warrior Competition

Wyoming National Guard makes history

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The 2-300th first began practice for the exercise in 2015. For this attempt, they utilized a C-130 Hercules aircraft provided by the 153rd Airlift Wing out of Cheyenne, Wyo. Using the aircraft in this method allows the artillery greater mobility and a substantial increase in… Read More »Wyoming National Guard makes history

Wyoming National Guard concludes Cyber Shield exercise

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Training like this gives everyone hands-on experience in the event they do get asked to support certain cyber defense security situations that might arise. If requested, the governor can activate the National Guard cyber defensive team. They can be called on to assist in an… Read More »Wyoming National Guard concludes Cyber Shield exercise

133rd Engineer Company completes recertification for reaction force training

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Kelly signs the recertification for Soldiers, which occurs annually. Comprehensive NGRF training happens at least quarterly, but can be added to Mission Essential Tasks that are performed more often. The 133rd is the unit designated as the NGRF, and has been training every year for… Read More »133rd Engineer Company completes recertification for reaction force training

Field artillery conducts live-fire exercise

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All of this can be coordinated from a specific location. The Tactical Operations Center (TOC) is the central area where all of the preparation and communication happens. You know when the rockets are about to fire if you are standing near the area as you… Read More »Field artillery conducts live-fire exercise