National Guard News
U.S. Army intelligence professionals compete at the Utah National Guard's Best Linguist Competition, Feb. 5, 2026, in Salt Lake City. This multi-agency competition challenges linguists across the disciplines of intelligence through written, practical and combined experience, showcasing their ability to translate and decipher intelligence and information in their respective languages and identify critical intelligence materials in any situation. Photo by Staff Sgt. Ian Tracy.
Utah National Guard Hosts Best Linguist Competition
By Staff Sgt. Ian Tracy, | Feb. 11, 2026
SALT LAKE CITY – The 8th annual Best Linguist Competition, or BLING, hosted by the Utah National Guard’s 300th Military Intelligence Brigade, brought together military branches and government agencies for a linguist...

Four Soldiers of the Army National Guard are representing the United States of America in the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy. From left, U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Deedra Irwin, U.S. Army Spc. Sean Doherty, U.S. Army Spc. Maxime Germain and U.S. Army Sgt. Ben Loomis. Courtesy Photo.
Four Guard Members Compete in 2026 Olympic Games
By Capt. James Mason, | Feb. 10, 2026
MILAN–CORTINA D’AMPEZZO, Italy — Four Soldiers of the Army National Guard are representing the United States of America in the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy.Vermont Army National Guard’s Staff Sgt...

Oklahoma National Guardsmen deployed in support of the D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission as part of Task Force Thunder clear snow and ice from walkways around Washington, D.C., after Winter Storm Fern. Courtesy photo.
Oklahoma Guard Help Welcomed in DC Amid Freezing Temperatures
By Maj. Kayla Christopher, | Feb. 10, 2026
OKLAHOMA CITY – While life as usual has resumed for most Oklahomans after Winter Storm Fern, for Oklahoma Guardsmen deployed in support of D.C. Safe and Beautiful, winter storm response is still in full-swing.Lingering...