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.

Our website has quickly become a one-stop online resource. During the past year, we have added a significant amount of information, videos, workouts and many other resources. We remain committed to getting you the most important and relevant information.

The Utah National Guard continues to be a premiere organization with amazing Soldiers, Airmen, and families. We are always looking to share your story. Please feel free to contact our office at any time at ng.ut.utarng.list.pao@army.mil or (801) 432-4407.

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News Stories

Utah National Guard medical teams administer COVID-19 vaccinations
February 10, 2021 — The Utah National Guard, in cooperation with the Utah Department of Health, expanded its support of the COVID-19 mission in January by administering vaccinations to Guard members and the civilian population... MORE

Jupiter Capit-Owl
February 10, 2021 — Capt. Jeffrey Dallin Belnap, Public Affairs Officer with Utah’s 128th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment, has been serving in Washington D.C. as one of the Utah National Guard’s 350 Soldiers sent to the nation’s Capitol to help secure the 59th presidential inauguration. Belnap has been carrying his daughter's stuffed animal owl named Jupiter with him in his backpack. When the opportunity presents itself, he pulls out the stuffed animal and snaps a photo... MORE

Belnap has been carrying Jupiter with him in his backpack. When the opportunity presents itself, he pulls out the stuffed animal and snaps a photo.

The Utah National Guard’s Monoclonal Infusion Strike Team works hard combating COVID-19
February 3, 2021 — The COVID-19 pandemic has led to one of the longest activations of the Utah National Guard in the state. The Utah National Guard has provided the state with support in COVID-19 testing, contact tracing and medical supplies warehousing and shipping. An additional and new part of the COVID-19 mission is in response to an executive order signed by Gov. Spencer Cox allowing the monoclonal antibody infusion to occur within the state by way of the FDA’s emergency use authorization. The authorization was granted as the infusions resulted in a reduction in emergency room visits and hospitalizations for patients... MORE

Medical personnel provide treatment to COVID-19 patients.

NSA 2020 Learning Excellence Award for Learning Organization of the Year
February 1, 2021 — The Utah National Guard is home to two units who are renowned for their "excellence in language." The service members of the 151st Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance Group and the 300th Military Intelligence Brigade (Linguist) routinely surpass the standard by achieving exceptional marks on the Defense Language Proficiency Test... MORE

Former Utah National Guard member turns 100
January 21, 2021 — Lt. Col. (retired) Wallace Bassett Gatrell was born on Jan. 25, 1921. He has lived through 20 U.S. presidents, served through World War II, the Korean and Vietnam wars, and into the Cold War, serving a 34-year career in the military... MORE

Gov. Spencer J. Cox inauguration ceremony held in St. George, Utaah
January 5, 2021 — Gov. Elect Spencer J. Cox officially became Utah’s 18th governor after Justice Paige Petersen administered the oath of office during an inauguration ceremony at Tuacahan Center for the Arts in Ivins, Washington County, Utah on Jan. 4, 2021, succeeding former Gov. Gary Herbert. ... MORE

Gov. Elect Spencer Cox officially became Utah’s 18th governor after Justice Paige Petersen administered the oath of office during his inauguration ceremony at Tuacahan Center for the Arts in Ivins, Washington County, Utah on Jan. 4, 2021,.

Utah National Guard’s 141 MI Battalion hold farewell ceremony for Soldiers deploying to Middle East
December 16, 2020 — In a scaled back event due to COVID-19 precautions, 24 Soldiers from the 141st Military Intelligence Battalion, 300th Military Intelligence Brigade, said a final farewell during a ceremony Dec. 10, 2020, at the Utah National Guard’s Orem Readiness Center as they prepare to depart for an overseas deployment... MORE

Lt. Col. Jeremy Stevenson stands behind podium and speaks to audience.

50th WPW and 30th AFSAM Sniper Championships ~ Colorado, California National Guard Win Sniper Championships
December 16, 2020 — Staff Sgt. Nick D. Hardin and Master Sgt. Richard T. Weems, Utah Army National Guard, earned 3rd place overall for the 50th Winston P. Wilson Sniper Championships and the Winston P. Wilson Precision Engagement Team Champions award December 10, 2020. The championships were hosted by the National Guard Marksmanship Training Center, with the help of the U.S. National Guard Sniper School, and were held at the Fort Chaffee Joint Maneuver Training Center December 4-10, 2020... MORE

The 50th Winston P. Wilson Sniper Championships and the Winston P. Wilson Precision Engagement Team Championships were hosted by the National Guard Marksmanship Training Center, with the help of the U.S. National Guard Sniper School, and were held at the Fort Chaffee Joint Maneuver Training Center December 4-10, 2020.

UTNG’s Contact Tracing and Investigation Team works tirelessly to protect local communities
December 8, 2020 — The ongoing mission of the Utah National Guard Contact Tracing and Investigation Team is to reduce the spread of COVID-19 through morbidity investigations, and methodical contact tracing within 24 hours of a positive test. The team has two primary objectives: First, is to educate and inform people who have tested positive for COVID-19 on the proper precautions they should take. Secondly, to stop the spread by identifying, contacting, and educating those who came into contact with a morbidity (COVID-19 Positive) case. ... MORE

2nd Lt. Blase Barker teleworks in his home office in Salt Lake City contacting people after they receive a positive COVID-19 test.

From NCO to Virtual Commander
December 4, 2020 — The 204th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade and many of its subordinate elements traveled from Utah to Fort Carson, Colorado, to conduct a sweeping division-level combat simulation called a “warfighter exercise,” held in October 2020... MORE

Press Releases

Utah National Guard’s Black Hawks help fight California fires
August 26, 2020 — The Utah National Guard’s Black Hawks along with nine Soldiers are sent to help fight California fires... MORE

Utah National Guard’s Adjutant General Promoted to Major General
August 4, 2020 — DRAPER, Utah — The Utah National Guard is proud to announce the promotion of Brig. Gen. Michael J. Turley to the rank of major general in the Gold... MORE

Utah National Guard’s UAS Platoon Deploy to U.S. Central Command
June 25, 2020 — The Utah National Guard’s Unmanned Aircraft Systems Platoon, Group Special Troops Company, 19th Special Forces Group (Airborne) will hold a departure... MORE

Group Support Company "Buzzards," 19th Special Forces Group, Utah National Guard,

Utah Air National Guard Colonel Daniel Boyack Promoted to Brigadier General
June 8, 2020 — Colonel Daniel D. Boyack, who serves as the Commander of the Utah Air National Guard, was promoted to brigadier general during a ceremony held on June... MORE

Col. Daniel Boyack, commander Utah Air National Guard, promotes to the rank of Brigadier General at a promotion ceremony at Roland R. Wright Air National Guard Base, Salt Lake City, Utah on June 6, 2020.

Utah National Guard Soldiers to return from Washington D.C. Support
June 7, 2020 — Approximately 200 Utah National Guard Soldiers are scheduled to returned to Salt Lake City, Sunday, June 7, 2020 following an activation at the... MORE

Approximately 200 Utah National Guard Soldiers returned to Salt Lake City, Sunday, June 7, 2020 following an activation at the request of the Secretary of Defense to augment civil authorities in Washington, D.C. amid civil unrest.

Utah National Guard Soldiers return from Washington D.C. support
June 7, 2020 — Approximately 200 Utah National Guard Soldiers returned to Salt Lake City, Sunday, June 7, 2020 following an activation at the request of Defense... MORE

Utah National Guard’s 1993rd Contingency Contracting Team Deploys to CENTCOM
June 4, 2020 — A small group of Soldiers from the 1993rd Contingency Contracting Team will hold a departure ceremony June 5, 2020 in the auditorium at the Utah... MORE

Utah National Guard Deploys to D.C. upon Request from President
June 2, 2020 — SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – Utah National Guard sends approximately 200 Soldiers, activated at the request of the president, to support civilian... MORE

Utah National Guard Activated by Order of the Governor
May 30, 2020 — Approximately 200 Utah National Guard members have been activated by order of Utah Governor, Gary R. Herbert, to assist local law enforcement agencies... MORE

Utah National Guard’s Aviation Battalion to Deploy to Afghanistan
May 4, 2020 — Approximately 300 Soldiers of the 1st Attack/Reconnaissance Battalion, 211th Aviation Regiment are scheduled to depart the Army Aviation Support... MORE