The Vermont State Guard (State Defense Force - VSG) recently concluded its Annual Training, a vital period that strengthens the readiness and capability of its force. Typically lasting approximately one to two weeks, Annual Training is designed to reinfo ...
Scuttlebutt Podcast Dives into Texas State Guard Flood Response, National Guard Directives, and Global Conflict
Episode 4 of the Scuttlebutt Podcast is now live, delivering an in-depth look at the latest State Defense Force developments across the nation. This week’s episode begins with coverage of the Texas State Guard’s rapid and vital response to the ...
Able Company Leads the Way: GSDF Enhances Search and Rescue Capabilities
The Georgia State Defense Force (GSDF), home to one of the most professional and capable Search and Rescue teams in the nation, recently completed a major joint training exercise that demonstrated its continued evolution and preparedness for state emerge ...
New Scuttlebutt Episode Debuts Tomorrow! With Major Beverly Shepard as Permanent Host
A brand-new episode of Scuttlebutt airs tomorrow, Saturday, July 26th at 12 PM EST and it marks an exciting new chapter for the show. This episode features a new special co-host—Major Beverly Shepard (Retired) of the Georgia State Defense Force, who offi ...
Texas State Guard Commanding General Weighs In On Uniform Changes Under New National Guard Directive
In this clip, we speak with the new Commanding General of the Texas State Guard, Major General Roger O. Sheridan. The discussion focuses on the recent National Guard directive, CNGBI 5500.01, which outlines how the National Guard should interact with Sta ...
New York, New Mexico, and Missouri Wrap Up Legislative Sessions with Key Bills For Their State Defense Forces
Missouri Missouri's 2025 legislative session concluded on May 15, 2025. During this session, a key bill was introduced that directly impacted the Missouri State Defense Force. The bill focused on providing healthcare reimbursement for activated State ...
From Controversy to Comeback: California State Guard Revives Critical Firefighting Units
Last year, we reported on a major reorganization within the California State Guard (State Defense Force) that resulted in the dismantling of several key emergency response units responsible for wildfire support. This restructuring included the disbandmen ...
Hope in the Aftermath: Texas State Guard Aids Central Texas in Long-Term Recovery
The Texas State Guard & National Guard are still engaging in recovery efforts following the horrific floods that swept through Texas a few weeks ago. The Texas Military Department continues to provide critical support to devastated communities across ...
NCO and Officer Unity: The Cornerstone of Effective Military Leadership
The Texas State Guard (State Defense Force) continues to emphasize that the backbone of a successful military unit lies not just in strategy or equipment, but in the enduring and effective partnership between Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) and Officers ...
StateDefenseForce.com & SDF Online Store Just Got a Whole Lot Better
We’re excited to announce that StateDefenseForce.com and our official store, State Defense Force Online Store, have officially moved to a brand-new server! This migration marks a major milestone for us, and it was driven by a clear mission: to gain compl ...