167th Airlift Wing service member dies in mutual aid response call
December 27, 2020 — A West Virginia Air National Guard Airman assigned to the 167th Airlift Wing in Martinsburg was fatally injured Dec. 27, 2020, during a mutual aid response call to a structure fire with the 167th Fire Department... MORE

W.Va. Guard, interagency partners hold drill to prepare for COVID-19 vaccine arrival
December 11, 2020 — Members of the West Virginia Joint Interagency Task Force for Vaccines held a Rehearsal of Concepts (ROC) drill to finalize operational plans for and to simulate COVID-19 vaccine shipment receipt, handling, and distribution processes to Phase 1 recipients across the Mountain State at the West Virginia National Guard Joint Forces Headquarters in Charleston, West Virginia, Friday, Dec. 11, 2020... MORE

Members of the West Virginia Joint Interagency Task Force for Vaccines hold a Rehearsal of Concepts (ROC) drill to finalize operational plans for and to simulate COVID-19 vaccine shipment receipt, handling, and distribution processes to Phase 1 recipients across the Mountain State at the West Virginia National Guard Joint Forces Headquarters in Charleston, West Virginia, Friday, Dec. 11, 2020. Each attendee had the opportunity to analyze the overall process, identify potential pitfalls within their own area of expertise, recommend fine-tuning of handling procedures, and to ask and have answered questions regarding the State of West Virginia’s Phase 1 vaccine distribution plan. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Edwin L. Wriston)

W.Va. Guard Hosts WV JIATF Tabletop Exercise for Vaccination Distribution
December 4, 2020 — Members of the West Virginia COVID-19 Joint Inter-Agency Task Force (JIATF) for Vaccinations participated in a tabletop exercise to discuss initial Phase 1 vaccine distribution and redistribution throughout the Mountain State at the 130th Airlift Wing in Charleston, West Virginia, Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020... MORE

Members of the West Virginia COVID-19 Joint Interagency Task Force (JIATF) for Vaccinations participate in a tabletop exercise to discuss vaccine distribution and redistribution throughout the Mountain State at the West Virginia National Guard’s 130th Airlift Wing in Charleston, West Virginia, Thursday, Dec.3, 2020. The goal of the exercise was to further refine vaccine administration plans. The JIATF for Vaccinations is made up of representatives from governmental agencies as well as public and private sector organization partners as part of Governor Jim Justice’s whole of government approach to planning for and executing delivery and distribution of COVID-19 vaccines across the State of West Virginia. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Edwin L. Wriston)

Federal extension for W.Va. Guard troops authorized through March 2021
December 4, 2020 — Today, Governor Jim Justice announced that President Donald Trump authorized the extension of Title 32 support by the National Guard through March 31, 2020. This funding will allow the men and women of the West Virginia National Guard to continue supporting the COVID-19 response and COVID-19 vaccine mission going forward. ... MORE

130th Airlift Wing selected as a preferred alternative for conversion to C-130Js
November 24, 2020 — Air Force officials announced today that the 130th Airlift Wing located at McLaughlin Air National Guard Base in Charleston, West Virginia, has been selected as a preferred alternative to convert to the C-130J-30 Super Hercules... MORE

A 130th Airlift Wing C-130H lands during training Mar. 28, 2019 at Camp Branch, W.Va. Camp Branch is a dirt-strip landing and drop zone in Southern West Virginia, capable of hosting joint training for many different types of aircraft and personnel. (U.S. Air National Guard Photo by Senior Airman Caleb Vance)

W.Va. Guardsman Utilizes Unique Training to Save Neighbors Home from Wildland Fire
November 24, 2020 — Sitting in their home in Winchester, Virginia, on the blustery evening of Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020, West Virginia National Guard (WVNG) Bandsman 1st Sgt. John Russell and his wife were enjoying a relaxing night of TV. Outside, high winds were blowing up an evening of unexpected excitement. “As we were enjoying our show, suddenly, our power went out and we found ourselves in the dark,” stated Russell. “Through the window my wife saw a flickering orange light and exclaimed, ‘There’s a fire!’” ... MORE

Courtesy photograph of the wildland fire that 1st Sgt. John Russell of the West Virginia National Guard's 249th Band was confronted with near his home in Winchester, Virginia, November 19, 2020. Russell utilized basic wildland firefighting training he received with the West Virginia Division of Forestry (WVDOF) in October of 2019 as part of an ongoing partnership to quickly allow Guardsmen to supplement and safely operate with WVDOF personnel in the event of large-scale wildland fires in West Virginia to rapidly help contain the fire and save a neighbors home from potential damage. (courtesy photo provided)

W.Va. Guard turning focus to preparation for vaccine distribution
November 23, 2020 — This week, the West Virginia National Guard (WVNG) began to increase their planning efforts related to vaccine distribution, as numerous potential vaccines are making their way through the trial phases nationwide... MORE

W.Va. Guard participates in Eastern Action virtual seminar
November 20, 2020 — Members of the West Virginia National Guard recently participated in an virtual seminar with members of the Qatari Emiri Land Forces (QELF) as a part of the Eastern Action joint operations staff exercise between elements of the Qatari military and the United States Central Command (USCENTCOM) Operation Spartan Shield and Task Force Spartan... MORE

West Virginia Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy Class 55 graduates 40 cadets
November 20, 2020 — The West Virginia National Guard’s Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy graduated 40 cadets as a part of Class 55 today... MORE

Dunfee named W.Va. Guard's CWO Spotlight for November 2020
November 16, 2020 — This month’s West Virginia National Guard Warrant Officer spotlight shines on Chief Warrant Officer 3 Allison Dunfee, who currently serves as an C-12 pilot with Detachment 28, Operational Support Airlift Activity (OSA-A) in Williamstown, West Virginia... MORE

West Virginia National Guard Chief Warrant Officer 3 Allison Dunfee, who currently serves as an C-12 pilot with Detachment 28, Operational Support Airlift Activity (OSA-A) in Williamstown, West Virginia, poses with her husband Chief Warrant Officer 3 Casey Dunfee. A 13-year member of the Guard, Dunfee was selected as the WVNG Chief Warrant Officer spotlight for the month of November 2020. (Courtesy photo provided.)

Guard-led initiative resulting in more West Virginians having access to COVID-19 testing
November 13, 2020 — At the direction of Governor Jim Justice nearly two weeks ago, the West Virginia National Guard ramped up its efforts to provide increased testing capacity throughout the State of West Virginia, which has resulted in a staggering 15,109 COVID-19 tests conducted in the last 13 days... MORE

Members of the West Virginia National Guard's COVID-19 response prepare for a COVID-19 testing lane Nov. 7, 2020. Since Oct. 30, 2020, West Virginia National Guard personnel, with the assistance of local health department workers, have been working around the clock the establish locations, advertise testing and conduct nearly 400 testing lanes throughout West Virginia. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Davis Rohrer)

W.Va. Guard member awarded 2020 Rhododendron Award by First Lady Cathy Justice
November 12, 2020 — Sgt. Maj. Frank Leone III of the West Virginia National Guard Recruiting and Retention Battalion was recognized today by First Lady Cathy Justice for his outstanding contributions to fellow West Virginians through receipt of the 2020 Rhododendron Award... MORE

Sgt. Maj. Frank Leone III of the West Virginia National Guard Recruiting and Retention Battalion holds the 2020 Rhododendron Award which he received Nov. 12, 2020. Leone was recognized by West Virginia First Lady Cathy Justice for his outstanding contributions to fellow West Virginians through receipt of the award, which aims to recognize individuals in West Virginia who have demonstrated goodness and worked for the betterment of their communities. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Maj. Holli Nelson)

167th Airman makes a call, saves a life
November 10, 2020 — Airman 1st Class Julianne Arnold, an air transportation specialist for the 167th Airlift Wing, alerted emergency services to the home of a women battling COVID-19, Oct 15, 2020, and likely saved her life... MORE

Airman 1st Class Julianne Arnold, an air transportation specialist for the 167th Airlift Wing, alerted emergency services to the home of a women battling COVID-19, Oct 15, 2020. Arnold has been serving on the West Virginia National Guard’s epidemiology task force since August, and called the women as part of her duties assisting the Jefferson County Health Department.

167th AW Airman Spotlight November 2020
November 10, 2020 — Tech. Sgt. Sophia Burnham is an airfield management specialist for the 167th Operations Support Squadron and the 167th Airlift Wing Airman Spotlight for November 2020... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Sophia Burnham is an airfield management specialist for the 167th Operations Support Squadron and the 167th Airlift Wing Airman Spotlight for November 2020.

Helmick Named WVNG Soldier Spotlight for November 2020
November 7, 2020 — For November 2020, our monthly Soldier Spotlight highlights Sgt. Kevin M. Helmick II, the Military Police Investigations Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC) with the 156th Military Police Detachment... MORE

Sgt. Kevin M. Helmick II, the Military Police Investigations Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC) with the West Virginia National Guard’s (WVNG’s) 156th Military Police Detachment, poses for a photo with his civilian career K9 partner, Riso. Helmick, who serves as a K9 Handler and a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) for the Moorefield Police Department when not in military uniform, was selected as the WVNG’s Soldier Spotlight for November 2020. (Courtesy photo provided)

Jones Assumes Role as Senior Enlisted Leader for the W.Va. Guard
November 3, 2020 — Command Sgt. Maj. James D. “Dusty” Jones has been selected as the Senior Enlisted Leader (SEL) for the West Virginia National Guard, effective Nov. 5, 2020... MORE

Command Sgt. Maj. James D. “Dusty” Jones poses with his family following a change of responsibility ceremony held Feb. 5, 2019. Jones has been selected as the Senior Enlisted Leader (SEL) for the West Virginia National Guard, effective Nov. 5, 2020. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Bo Wriston)

W.Va. Guard continues cybersecurity mission to protect elections
October 31, 2020 — Members of the West Virginia National Guard’s Defensive Cyber Operations Element (DCOE) continue to work closely with federal, state, and local officials to help ensure the safety and security of the upcoming general election... MORE

West Virginia Adjutant General’s update on RISE West Virginia
October 30, 2020 — Since our last update, contractors with the RISE West Virginia program completed one final inspection, bringing the total number of completed homes to 233... MORE

Gov. Justice, W.Va. Guard celebrate Cantrell retirement after 32-years of service in U.S. Army
October 30, 2020 — Governor Jim Justice announced today the retirement of the West Virginia National Guard’s Senior Enlisted Leader, Command Sgt. Maj. Phillip Cantrell, following a 32-year career in the United States Army... MORE

Candid portrait of West Virginia National Guard’s Senior Enlisted Leader, Command Sgt. Maj. Phillip Cantrell and his wife, Sherry. Cantrell is retiring after a 32-year career in the United States Army and West Virginia National Guard where his dedication to service and professionalism provided a powerful and significant example to emulate for the enlisted ranks of the WVNG. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Edwin L. Wriston)

West Virginia Adjutant General’s update on RISE West Virginia
October 26, 2020 — This week, the RISE West Virginia program officially placed all homes in the flood recovery program under contract for construction, rehabilitation or mobile home replacement through five contractors... MORE

COVID-19 response results in more than 50,000 West Virginians tested
October 26, 2020 — This week, the West Virginia National Guard surpassed 50,000 COVID-19 tests administered since the beginning of our response 224 days ago, which has been conducted in support of Governor Jim Justice’s increased testing initiative across the state... MORE

157th Military Police company returns from nine-month deployment to Guantanamo Bay
October 24, 2020 — More than 160 members of the 157th Military Police Company, 771st Troop Command Battalion, headquartered in Martinsburg and Moorefield, West Virginia, returned today from a nine-month deployment to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, where they provided support for Joint Task Force – Guantanamo in its safe, legal and humane detention mission. ... MORE

More than 160 members of the 157th Military Police Company, 771st Troop Command Battalion, returned to Martinsburg, West Virginia, Oct. 24, 2020, from a nine-month deployment to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. While deployed, they provided support for Joint Task Force – Guantanamo in its safe, legal and humane detention mission. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy Sencindiver)

W.Va. Guard receives authorization to increase personnel in support of COVID-19 response
October 19, 2020 — Since our last report, the West Virginia National Guard received authorization from the Federal Emergency Management Agency to increase the number of personnel on federal activation status to 400 in support of COVID-19 response operations... MORE

Navigating less than healthy foods
October 16, 2020 — The West Virginia National Guard Dietitian, Shari Wright, provides insight on holiday eating... MORE

W.Va. Guard Assists with New COVID-19 Testing Innovation
October 9, 2020 — Members of the West Virginia National Guard’s Task Force Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Response Enterprise (CRE) (TF-CRE), are assisting with the roll-out of a new innovative electronic record system aimed to improve the COVID-19 testing process... MORE

Specialist Nathan Nelson, a member of the West Virginia National Guard’s Task Force Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Response Enterprise (CRE) (TF-CRE), registers an individual for a COVID-19 nasal swab test, West Virginia University Student Recreation Center, 30 Sept., 2020. TF-CRE members have assisted on COVID-19 testing lines with state health departments since March. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy Sencindiver)

W.Va. Guard’s Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy South Employees Look Forward to Helping Inspire Cadets
October 7, 2020 — The West Virginia National Guard’s Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy South, located in Montgomery, West Virginia, is scheduled to begin instruction for its first class of cadets, Oct. 11, 2020, and is welcoming former cadets and parents to its staff roster. ... MORE

Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy Mother Trisha Miller poses with her son, Alexander, and his siblings. Miller was so impressed with the experience her son is having in the MCA program, that she has become an employee at the newly opened Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy - South located in Montgomery, West Virginia. (Courtesy Photo)

Second Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy campus offers Job ChalleNGe placement opportunities
October 7, 2020 — With the opening of the second Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy campus mere days away, nearly 60 staff members at MCA-South in Montgomery, West Virginia, are wrapping up training on a wide variety of topics, including how to help MCA graduates continue on a successful path... MORE

W.Va. Guard October 2020 Soldier Spotlight
October 7, 2020 — For October 2020, our monthly Soldier Spotlight highlights Sgt. 1st Class Laurie Janet Churchill Wentworth, Flight Operations NCOIC with Detachment 1, Company B, 1-224th Security and Support Aviation Battalion... MORE

Sgt. 1st Class Laurie Janet Churchill Wentworth, Flight Operations NCOIC with Detachment 1, Company B, 1-224th Security and Support Aviation Battalion, selected as the West Virginia National Guard's Soldier Spotlight for October, 2020. (Courtesy photo)

167th Airmen provide COVID-19 testing and other support
October 6, 2020 — 167th Airlift Wing Airmen continue assistance to state with COVID-19 response efforts... MORE

167th Medical Group Airmen assist with COVID-19 nasal swab testing for the local community at the West Virginia University Student Recreation Center, Morgantown, W Va., Sept. 30, 2020. The Airmen are assigned to West Virginia National Guard’s task force medical team which has been assisting county health departments throughout the state during the pandemic.

167th Airlift Wing Airman Spotlight October 2020
October 6, 2020 — Maj. Lori Wyatt is the assistant chief nurse for the 167th Medical Group and the 167th Airlift Wing’s Airman Spotlight for October 2020... MORE

Maj. Lori Wyatt is the assistant chief nurse for the 167th Medical Group and the 167th Airlift Wing’s Airman Spotlight for October 2020.

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Frank Vitale, civilian aide to the 25th Secretary of the Army, the Honorable Christine E. Wormuth, offered a message on her behalf during the West Virginia Dept. of Education's Common Ground Compact signing ceremony in Charleston on Nov. 12, 2024. The Common Ground Partnership is a group of 24 government, community and military organizations working together to share resources, programs and initiatives that support military families.

West Virginia education partnership supports military children, families

West Virginia education partnership supports military children, families

W.Va. Guard Holds Inaugural Key Leader Engagement with SPP Partner Gabon

W.Va. Guard Holds Inaugural Key Leader Engagement with SPP Partner Gabon

Jaws of Life demonstration

Jaws of Life demonstration

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Jaws of Life demonstration

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Jaws of Life demonstration

Army Interagency Training and Education Center’s new cybersecurity initiative expands mission with Eagle Resolve Exercise 2025

Army Interagency Training and Education Center’s new cybersecurity initiative expands mission with Eagle Resolve Exercise 2025

Army Interagency Training and Education Center’s new cybersecurity initiative expands mission with Eagle Resolve Exercise 2025

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167th concludes overseas deployment

167th concludes overseas deployment

167th concludes overseas deployment

167th concludes overseas deployment

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