In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the extent of devastation was staggering, as the storm caused widespread damage and loss of life across multiple states. From Tampa to Atlanta to Asheville, high winds, torrential rain, and the storm's sheer size le ...
Historic Hurricane Helene Slams Florida and Georgia: Flooding, Tornadoes, and Tragic Loss of Life *UPDATED
Yesterday, we reported on the significant threat that Hurricane Helene was projected to pose, and now the storm's destruction is tragically unfolding as predicted. Already, seven deaths have been confirmed due to the hurricane’s violent weather. Three ...
Hurricane Helene Intensifies to Category 4, Multiple States Brace for Impact *UPDATED
Hurricane Helene is rapidly intensifying as it moves north from the Gulf of Mexico, poised to bring devastating impacts to Florida and Georgia. As of Thursday morning, Helene is predicted to make landfall as a Category 4 hurricane in Florida’s Big Bend ...
Brigadier General Watts Explores Future of Paid Service for The Georgia State Defense Force
In this Commanders Briefing podcast clip, we discuss the trend of State Defense Forces, including The New York Guard, beginning to compensate their troops for both training and active duty missions. During the conversation, we ask Brigadier General Denni ...
Texas State Guard 1st Brigade Celebrates Family Day, Strengthening Soldier-Family Bonds
On August 17, 2024, Guardsmen from the 4th Battalion, 1st Brigade of the Texas State Guard gathered at the National Guard Armory in Fort Worth, Texas, for a memorable Family Day event. The day was an opportunity for soldiers and their families to come to ...
Texas State Guard’s 1st Brigade Enhances Readiness with Heavy Equipment Training
Building on their engineering expertise, soldiers from 2BN, C Co., 1st Brigade, Texas State Guard (TXSG - State Defense Force), underwent intensive training and certification on various construction equipment, such as loaders and forklifts, to enhance th ...
Retracing their Path to Freedom: Texas State Guard Commemorates Battle of San Jacinto
Soldiers from the Texas State Guard (State Defense Force) 2nd Brigade recently dedicated part of their drill weekend to learning about their history. Guardsmen from the 3rd Battalion, 2nd Brigade toured the San Jacinto Battleground on a march that retrac ...
In Recognition of Their Service and Leadership, September Has Been Declared South Carolina State Guard Month
The South Carolina State Guard (SCSG - State Defense Force) has been honored to receive a proclamation from the Richland County Council designating September as South Carolina State Guard Month. This significant recognition was accepted by Major General ...
Hurricane Francine and the Response of The Louisiana State Guard
Hurricane Francine weakened Thursday after making landfall in Louisiana as a Category 2 storm, inflicting substantial damage across the state. The hurricane knocked out power to hundreds of thousands of utility customers, sent storm surges rushing into c ...
New Recruits Sworn Into Puerto Rico State Guard After Passing Through MEPS
The Puerto Rico State Guard recently welcomed 13 new members who took the oath of enlistment, officially joining the organization. These recruits successfully completed the Military System Entry Processing Station (MEPS), the designated process and locat ...