Kentucky National Guard

10/22/2026

HEROISM RECOGNIZED 🇺🇸

Two Kentucky Air National Guard members were recognized for their heroic actions during the Joint Committee on Veterans, Military Affairs and Public Protection (VMAPP) meeting at the Capitol in Frankfort, Oct. 21.

State Rep. Steve Bratcher, representing District 25, presented U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Sarah Cobb and Col. Daniel Dierfeldt with citations of valor for their actions Dec. 14, when they helped save the life of an Airman experiencing cardiac arrest.

Their quick response and decisive actions exemplify the dedication, professionalism and commitment to taking care of fellow Airmen that define the Kentucky National Guard.

Please join us in congratulating Master Sgt. Cobb and Col. Dierfeldt on this well-deserved recognition! 👏

Airlift Wing - Kentucky Air National Guard

Read more about the actions these two took to aid a fellow airman: https://ky.ng.mil/News/Article/4448646/guard-airmen-earn-kentucky-distinguished-service-medal-for-life-saving-actions/

10/21/2026

U.S. Army Lt. Col. Noy Boriboune, deputy G-1, noted the benefits of stepping outside the traditional military work environment.

“It brings us together, builds camaraderie and helps restore that esprit de corps,” Boriboune said. “It also gets us away from the screens and phones. We’re able to laugh, have conversations and still be productive.”

Kentucky Army National Guard Soldiers and Civilians from several staff sections spent Sept. 18, 2026, clearing trails at the Salato Wildlife and Education Center in Frankfort. The volunteer effort

10/20/2026

We wrapped up the 2026 youth deer season with a “bang” literally! These kids were in their best behavior among the 600 KYNG troops who were on site for training. We are so thankful to the Kentucky National Guard, Wendell H. Ford Regional Training Center-Army, and Deputy Commander LTC Curtis Michael Persinger for hosting our 4th annual youth hunt.
18 hunters, who were absolute marksman, and harvested 11 deer providing food for their tables.
18 mentors, who guided and encouraged our hunters.
The very best support staff a team could ask for.
It keeps getting better and better, and we are looking forward to 2027!

--Tommy Mullins
Director of the SPC Brandon Scott Mullins Memorial Foundation

10/17/2026

🏆 BACK-TO-BACK CHAMPIONS! 🏃‍♂️

The Kentucky Army National Guard has successfully defended its title in the National Guard Mixed Division at the Army Ten-Miler!

Despite challenging weather conditions, our Guardsmen pushed through the elements, demonstrating the grit, determination and teamwork that define the Kentucky National Guard.

The team was recognized during the awards ceremony, receiving the Eagle Trophy from Army Chief of Staff Gen. LaNeve. Each team member also received a coin from Sgt. Maj. of the Army Michael Weimer in recognition of their accomplishment.

🇺🇸 Congratulations to our championship team!

🥇 SSG Chad Terry — 58:52
🥈 COL Terry Durham — 1:02:20
🥉 1LT Roderic Walls — 1:05:32
• SGT Aide Figueroa-Pelayo — 1:14:12
• MAJ Bryan Fuller — 1:15:16
• 1LT Tyler Thurman — 1:16:55
• 1SG Fred Ulshafer — 1:23:32
• CSM Jesse Withers — 1:44:30

Back-to-back titles. One team. Kentucky grit.

10/16/2026

WELCOME TO THE TEAM!

The Kentucky Army National Guard welcomed 43 of its newest Soldiers during a patching ceremony Oct. 15 at Boone National Guard Center in Frankfort.

The class includes two honor graduates who distinguished themselves through their performance during training.

Join us in congratulating these Soldiers as they begin the next chapter of their military careers and take their place in the Kentucky Army National Guard!

Welcome to the team!

10/15/2026

This is great news for anyone who works on Boone Center or has business during the weekday there!

Cant wait to grab a bite there soon!

10/15/2026

🚨 HAPPENING NOW 🚨

The Kentucky National Guard held its ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the new Multi-purpose Machine Gun Range at Wendell H. Ford Regional Training Center in Greenville, Kentucky today!

This new capability provides Kentucky Guardsmen with modernized training opportunities to prepare for current and future threats while improving readiness, reducing training costs and minimizing reliance on outside facilities.

The investment strengthens the proficiency, combat power and lethality of our Soldiers while building a more self-sufficient and capable Kentucky National Guard.

Investing in our training capabilities means investing in the future of our Soldiers, our state and our nation.

10/14/2026

The 138th Operational Fires Command (OFC), a Kentucky Army National Guard unit headquartered in Lexington, serves as the principal fires headquarters for V Corps, based at Fort Knox, Kentucky. The command bridges the operational gap between tactical ground combat and theater-level strike assets.

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The U.S. Army's V Corps plans to fight and win against peer adversaries by specialized 138th OFC artillery formations that strike targets deep.