In preparation for the upcoming hurricane season, the Texas State Guard's (State Defense Force) 2nd Brigade conducted an essential joint training operation to enhance their emergency response readiness. On March 22, 2025, Guardsmen from the 1st and 4th B ...
Tennessee State Guard’s Medical Experts Strengthen National Guard Capabilities Through Intensive Medical Training
The 61st Medical Battalion of the Tennessee State Guard (State Defense Force) has been exceptionally busy over the past few months, actively supporting joint training operations across Tennessee. Earlier in the year, members of the battalion showcased th ...
Virginia Defense Force Trains to Support National Guard in Emergencies and Disasters
In a show of continued readiness and commitment to Virginia’s emergency response capabilities, more than 100 members of the all-volunteer Virginia Defense Force (VDF) assembled at Fort Barfoot from March 14-16, 2025, for a comprehensive multiple unit tra ...
Louisiana State Guard Explores Innovative Flood Response Capabilities with SHERP Vehicle
The Louisiana State Guard (State Defense Force - LASG) continues to strengthen its emergency response capabilities by embracing cutting-edge technology designed for disaster environments. On April 5, the LASG’s 1st Area Command participated in a speciali ...
Texas State Guard Strengthens Medical Readiness Through Brigade-Wide Training
n February and March 2025, the 1st Brigade of the Texas State Guard (State Defense Force) conducted a series of intensive medical training exercises designed to ensure every soldier is equipped to respond swiftly and effectively to medical emergencies. T ...
New California State Guard & Connecticut Governors Guard Legislation
California has introduced several bills that impact the California State Guard and service members statewide. AB 468 strengthens looting laws and increases penalties for impersonating emergency personnel, including State Guard members, during disasters. ...
Military & Civil Forces Gain Ground on Table Rock Wildfire as Evacuations Lifted
Yesterday, we initially reported on the activation of both the South Carolina National Guard and the South Carolina State Guard (State Defense Force) in response to the Table Rock wildfire—the largest wildfire in South Carolina’s history. Since their act ...
South Carolina State Guard Mobilizes for Historic Table Rock Wildfire Response
As the Table Rock Complex Fire continues to expand, it has officially become the largest wildfire in South Carolina history, consuming over 13,000 acres and crossing into neighboring North Carolina. This massive wildfire surpasses the previous record set ...
Georgia National Guard and State Defense Force Unite for Patriot 25 Disaster Response Exercise
In a comprehensive display of readiness and interoperability, The Georgia State Defense Force (GSDF) participated prominently in Patriot 25, an extensive joint task force exercise that drew over 700 participants from the Georgia Air National Guard, Georg ...
Tennessee State Guard Trains 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment Soldiers in Lifesaving Combat Care
The 61st Medical Battalion of the Tennessee State Guard (State Defense Forces) has been busy the past few months supporting joint training operations across the state. Earlier this week, they participated in the grueling Norwegian Foot March alongside Te ...