Utah sends two Soldiers and an Airman to the Region VII Best Warrior Competition

May 25, 2023 | By Staff Sgt. Jordan Hack

Utah National Guard Public Affairs Office

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As we work together to get through a national crisis during these unprecedented times, communication is more important than ever. The Utah National Guard's Public Affairs Office is committed to ensuring timely and relevant information is made available to our service members, their families, employers and our local communities.

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News Stories

Utah National Guard's Exercise Perses: Innovation, Joint Force Collaboration and the Future of Airpower
February 6, 2024 — The Utah Air and Army National Guard conducted a joint exercise at various military installations around Utah on Feb. 3, 2024. This exercise demonstrates the state's commitment to innovative military strategies and readiness to face evolving threats. The exercise focuses on training Airmen and joint forces across Utah, including six Army and Air Force units, in planning and executing missions swiftly and effectively, especially in unpredictable scenarios and contested environments. As global threats evolve, the United States prioritizes operations from austere locations, with rapid global mobility emerging as a linchpin for persistent logistics. Unique strategies are being explored to utilize mobility aircraft for this mission, ensuring adaptability in changing geopolitical landscapes... MORE

How to Survive the Holidays
December 19, 2023 — The holidays are supposed to be a time of joy and celebration, but for some of us, they can also be a source of stress and sadness. Maybe you’re going through a tough time, such as a loss of a loved one, a divorce, a health problem, or a financial crisis. Maybe you feel lonely, isolated, or overwhelmed by the expectations and demands of the season... MORE

Army Compatible Use Buffer
November 21, 2023 — The cities of Saratoga Springs and Herriman joined the Utah National Guard at a small event hosted at Camp Williams on Oct. 4, 2023. The event recognized the immense work and partnership that enabled the purchase of over 10 acres of land adjacent to the boundary of Camp Williams that was repurposed from residential housing development to the future site of the Saratoga Springs City cemetery... MORE

Learning Optimism Is a Battle Drill
November 21, 2023 — Every month, they attend classes where they learn skills like optimism, self-regulation, and mental agility... MORE

Master Sgt. Justin Cordero leads a Comprehensive Soldier and Family Fitness (resilience) class for Soldiers assigned to the 204th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade at Camp Williams, Utah, June 2, 2023. Cordero is a Resilience Training Assistant for the 204th. (US Army Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Rich Stowell)

2023 Utah National Guard Counterdrug Conference
November 21, 2023 — 2023 Utah National Guard Counterdrug Conference exercise summery... MORE

Utah Air National Guard participates in Arbinger training
November 3, 2023 — In a classroom at the Utah Air National Guard Base, a group of Servicemembers were asked: What would be possible if you and your organization were more outward?The Servicemembers, with varying levels of rank and professional experience, were learning about developing an “outward mindset,” a concept coined by the Arbinger Institute that helps... MORE

Utah Air National Guard members sit in a classroom and participate in leadership training.

Brigadier General G. Chris Buckner Assumes Command of the Utah Air National Guard in Prestigious Ceremony
October 16, 2023 — In a significant assumption of command and promotion ceremony held on 14 October 2023, Colonel G. Chris Buckner was promoted to the rank of Brigadier General and assumed command of the Utah Air National Guard, also serving as the Assistant Adjutant General for Air of the Utah National Guard. Tracing back on his military journey, Buckner initially joined the Utah Air National Guard in 1993. Demonstrating exemplary skills and commitment, he attained his commission through the Air Nation Guard’s Academy of Science in 1999. Over the years, he has played a pivotal roles in various capacities, enriching the force with his knowledge, experience and vision. Before this promotion, he served as the Vice Wing Commander of the 151st Air Refueling Wing. ... MORE

204th MEB Soldiers Get Battle Ready for Africom Deployment
August 22, 2023 — “Contact! Contact!” Soldiers yell out to each other as they begin to take simulated fire from up the hill.It was part of a week-long training event for the 204th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade at Camp Williams, Utah. They call it “annual training,” but this is hardly routine. More than 250 Soldiers are involved to help get the 204th MEB ready for an... MORE

Utah National Guard hosts Freedom Academy 2023
July 20, 2023 — High school students from across the state of Utah assembled at Camp Williams for a week of learning, honing leadership skills, developing friendships, finding deeper purpose, and solidifying their understanding of freedom, beginning July 16, 2023. Since 1961 the Utah National Guard and Honorary Colonels Corps have sponsored Freedom Academy, an event held for students between their junior and senior year of high school... MORE

Press Releases

Utah National Guard to participate in engineering vertical construction at Pearl Harbor – Media Invited
May 2, 2024 — Press Release 24-013, April 25, 202Contact: Lt. Col. Chris Kroeber, 801-716-9063For Internal Release / PlanningUtah National Guard to participate in... MORE

Utah National Guard battery recognized as best in the nation.
May 2, 2024 — PRESS RELEASE 24-012, Apr. 12, 2024Contact: Lt. Col. Chris Kroeber (801) 716-9063For Immediate ReleaseUtah National Guard battery recognized as best... MORE

Update to statements on AH-64D Incident at South Valley Regional Airport on Feb. 12, 2024
May 2, 2024 — PRESS RELEASE 24-005, Feb. 13, 2024Contact: Lt. Col. Chris Kroeber (801) 716-9063For Immediate ReleaseUpdate to statements on AH-64D... MORE

UTNG’s 204th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade deploys to support for partner nation in Africa
May 2, 2024 — PRESS RELEASE 24-010, Feb. 29, 2024Contact: Lt. Col. Chris Kroeber (801) 716-9063 For Immediate ReleaseUTNG’s 204th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade... MORE

Spc. Teagan Mackowiak, a Soldier assigned to the 204th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade, Utah National Guard, uses a radio to rehearse a “nine-line” MEDEVAC request during a training scenario at Camp Williams, Utah, August 7, 2023. Members of the 204th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade participated in two weeks of training in preparation for its deployment to the Horn of Africa. (US Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Rich Stowell) 240823-Z-CA120-0100

New Command Chief Warrant Officer for Utah Army National Guard
May 2, 2024 — Press Release 24-009, Feb. 28, 2024Contact: Lt. Col. Chris Kroeber (801) 716-9063For... MORE

Utah National Guard to Partner with Expert to Expand Prevention Efforts
May 2, 2024 — PRESS RELEASE 24-008, Feb. 27, 2024Contact: Lt. Col. Chris Kroeber (801) 716-9063 For Immediate Release Utah National Guard to Partner with Expert to... MORE

Utah to host 50-year anniversary of the Chief National Guard Bureau Biathlon Championships at Soldier Hollow
May 2, 2024 — PRESS RELEASE 24-007, Feb. 15, 2024Contact: Ileen Kennedy (801) 716-9261 For Immediate Release Utah to host 50-year anniversary of the Chief National... MORE

Utah National Guard to Participate in Humanitarian Medical Mission in Morocco – Media Invited
May 2, 2024 — Media Invite 24-006, Feb. 13, 2024Contact: Lt. Col. Chris Kroeber, 801-716-9063Invite for Media EmbedUtah National Guard to Participate in... MORE

African Lion is a joint and coalition military exercise hosted by the Kingdom of Morocco that brings together roughly 20 countries, and more than 7,000 participants in shared purpose to strengthen regional security and counter transnational threats.

Utah National Guard’s CST to support Super Bowl LVIII
May 2, 2024 — Press Release 24-004, Feb. 7, 2024Contact: Ileen Kennedy, 801-716-9261For Immediate ReleaseUtah National Guard’s CST to support Super Bowl... MORE

Sgt. Brock Horrocks, middle, a member of the Utah National Guard 85th Weapons of Mass Destruction–Civil Support Team, conducts pre-event Joint Hazard Assessment sweeps with a member of the Nebraska CST and Department of Energy radiation expert on the days leading up to Super Bowl LVII, Phoenix, Arizona, Feb. 7, 2023.

Utah National Guard’s 640th Regiment, Regional Training Institute conducts live-fire exercise at Camp Williams
May 2, 2024 — PRESS RELEASE 24-003, Jan. 31, 2024Contact: Lt. Col. Chris Kroeber (801) 716-9063For Immediate ReleaseUtah National Guard’s 640th Regiment, Regional... MORE