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Dec. 6, 2022 | 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

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

Utah Airman keeps up with region’s top Soldiers at Best Warrior Competition
May 12, 2023 — Senior Airman Kevin Buckner, a fire protection journeyman with the 151st Civil Engineering Squadron, winner of the Soldier of the Year category at this year’s Utah National Guard Best Warrior Competition, impressed everyone with his superior physical performance and engaged attitude during the Region VII competition on the Hawaiian Island of Oahu, May 7-11, 2023... MORE

Region VII Best Warrior Competition on the Hawaiian Island of Oahu

Utah educators fly on Black Hawk helicopters over Salt Lake and Utah counties
March 17, 2023 — Educators from Salt Lake and Utah Counties were given the chance to fly high on a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter with members of the Utah National Guard’s 2nd General Support Aviation Battalion, 211th Aviation Regiment; and Recruiting and Retention Battalion, as part of a Centers of Influence event at Camp Williams, Utah, March 16, 2023. High School principals, counselors, teachers, administrators, and others attended the event to become familiar with the opportunities, scholarships, and resources the Utah National Guard offers. The educators were given an overview of some of the Guard’s capabilities and things the Guard can provide in addition to what can be provided by their communities... MORE

After the classroom briefing a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter flown by members of the Utah National Guard’s 2nd General Support Aviation Battalion, 211th Aviation Regiment flew Utah high school principals, counselors, teachers, and administrators on a flight to help them learn more about the Utah National Guard and what it has to offer their students.

Press Releases

Utah National Guard locates lost hikers in Wasatch County
November 22, 2023 — Press Release 23-016, Aug. 3, 2023Contact: Lt. Col. Chris Kroeber, 801-716-9063For Immediate ReleaseUtah National Guard locates lost hikers in Wasatch... MORE

What was supposed to be an easy night evaluating from the back of a Black Hawk turned into a search and rescue mission where 2nd Battalion, 211th Aviation Regiment, Utah National Guard, pulled three kids and one adult from the forest after being lost since the morning. Luckily everyone was fine, just a little dehydrated.

Utah National Guard Interim Adjutant General Assumes Command
November 22, 2023 — Press Release 23-017, Aug. 17, 2023Contact: Lt. Col. Chris Kroeber, 801-716-9063For Immediate ReleaseUtah National Guard Interim Adjutant General... MORE

Governor Cox Announces New Adjutant General for Utah National Guard
November 22, 2023 — Press Release 23-018, Aug. 21, 2023Contact: Lt. Col. Chris Kroeber, 801-716-9063For Immediate Release Governor Cox Announces New Adjutant General for... MORE

Utah National Guard and Unified Fire Authority Collaborate for Prescribed Burn at Camp Williams
November 22, 2023 — Press Release 23-020, Aug. 30, 2023Contact: Lt. Col. Chris Kroeber, 801-716-9063For Immediate ReleaseUtah National Guard and Unified Fire Authority... MORE

Utah National Guard to Host Unique Operation Torch Exhibit at Camp Williams
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Utah National Guard to Host the 2023 Governor’s Day Review at Camp Williams
November 21, 2023 — Press Release 23-026, Sept. 05, 2023Contact: Lt. Col. Chris Kroeber, 801-716-9063 For Immediate ReleaseUtah National Guard to Host the 2023 Governor’s... MORE

Utah National Guard to Participate in Morocco Earthquake Exercise
November 21, 2023 — Press Release 23-027, Sept. 09, 2023Contact: Lt. Col. Chris Kroeber, 801-716-9063For Immediate ReleaseUtah National Guard to Participate in Morocco... MORE

Utah National Guard Participate in Morocco Earthquake Exercise

Utah National Guard Soldiers from the Main Command Post Operational Detachment return from deployment supporting US Army European Command
November 21, 2023 — Contact: Lt. Col. Chris Kroeber, 801-716-9063For Immediate ReleaseUtah National Guard Soldiers from the Main Command Post Operational Detachment... MORE

Utah National Guard conducts nighttime helicopter training at the Army Aviation Support Facility
November 21, 2023 — Contact: Lt. Col. Chris Kroeber, 801-716-9063For Immediate Release Utah National Guard conducts nighttime helicopter training at the Army Aviation... MORE