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Effective October 1, 2024: To streamline communications, all F-35 and Air National Guard related inquiries should be routed directly to the 158th Fighter Wing contact page or by calling 802-660-5379. F-35 flying alerts (ie night flying schedules) will only be posted on the Vermont Air National Guard website.

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Kingsley Field Fire department responds to the Elk Fire, July 09, 2025. The crew was on the scene for over 10 hours. (Courtesy photo from Kingsley Fire Dept.)

Oregon Air Guard’s Kingsley Field Fire Team Responds to Elk Fire

By Airman Zach Cook, | July 21, 2025

KINGSLEY FIELD, Ore. — Oregon Air Guard’s Kingsley Field Fire and Emergency Services responded to a request for mutual aid July 8 after receiving a call from the Klamath County Fire Chief asking for assistance in battling a...

Illinois National Guard to Partner with Portugal in State Partnership Program

By Lt. Col. Bradford Leighton, | July 21, 2025

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - The National Guard Bureau and the U.S. Department of Defense have announced the establishment of a State Partnership Program, or SPP, between the Illinois National Guard and the Portuguese Armed Forces.“We...

The Army National Guard’s 2025 National Best Warrior Competition, hosted by the Maryland National Guard, is an annual event that unites Soldiers and Noncommissioned Officers from seven regions across the United States. Competitors face a demanding series of physical and mental challenges designed to test their military expertise, resilience, and dedication to the Warrior Ethos for the opportunity to advance to Best Squad Competition.

Arizona, Utah Army Guard Members Win 2025 National Best Warrior Competition

By Sgt. 1st Class Brandon Ames, | July 21, 2025

BALTIMORE – After five days of intense competition, Sgt. Michael Fouts and Sgt. Luke Cloward were named the Army National Guard’s 2025 Best Warriors in the Soldier and Noncommissioned Officer categories during a July 18...