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Maj. John Rock and family gifted new home
Col. Matthew Quenichet replaces Col. Bruce Bancroft at the Airlift Wing
Combat medics receive tactical combat casualty care training
Col. Kevin Jones stands at attention as his daughters, Samantha and Sandra pin his new rank
123rd AW FSRT deploys in response to Hurricane Helene
Col. John B. Blackburn retires, receives Distinguished Service Medal
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Kentucky Air National Guard deploys Airmen to North Carolina for Helene response
Oct. 1, 2024
11 Airmen of the Kentucky Air National Guard deployed to Hickory, North Carolina, on Oct. 1, 2024, to support local authorities in the wake of Hurricane Helene. The members of the 123rd Airlift Wing's Fatality Search and Recovery Team will be responsible for assisting with the humane recovery of casualties following unprecedented flooding from the storm, which has claimed more than 130 lives.
Quenichet takes command of 123rd Airlift Wing
Oct. 13, 2024
Col. Matthew Quenichet took charge of the Kentucky Air National Guard’s 123rd Airlift Wing during a change-of-command ceremony in Louisville, Oct. 11, 2024.
Wounded Kentucky Guardsman receives new “smart home”
Oct. 31, 2024
Kentucky Army National Guard Maj. John Rock and his wife, along with six of their nine children, cut the ribbon on their new home, Oct. 28, 2024. The new “smart home” was made possible by the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. The home features several ADA improvements and is mortgage-free to the family
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Wounded Kentucky Guardsman receives new “smart home”
Oct. 31, 2024
Kentucky Army National Guard Maj. John Rock and his wife, along with six of their nine children, cut the ribbon on their new home, Oct. 28, 2024. The new “smart home” was made possible by the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. The home features several ADA improvements and is mortgage-free to the family
Growing safety culture in Kentucky National Guard
Oct. 24, 2024
Nearly 40 Soldiers and civilian technicians attended the annual Safety Training Workshop on Oct. 21-23, 2024. The workshop held at Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park in Gilbertsville focused on ensuring Soldier and civilian safety in the workplace through proactive management and prioritizing risk management, safety culture, and effective reporting.
Quenichet takes command of 123rd Airlift Wing
Oct. 13, 2024
Col. Matthew Quenichet took charge of the Kentucky Air National Guard’s 123rd Airlift Wing during a change-of-command ceremony in Louisville, Oct. 11, 2024.
Jones promoted to rank of colonel
Oct. 7, 2024
Kentucky Army National Guard's Kevin Jones was promoted to the rank of colonel in a ceremony held at the Boone National Guard Center in Frankfort, Oct. 7.
Kentucky Air National Guard deploys Airmen to North Carolina for Helene response
Oct. 1, 2024
11 Airmen of the Kentucky Air National Guard deployed to Hickory, North Carolina, on Oct. 1, 2024, to support local authorities in the wake of Hurricane Helene. The members of the 123rd Airlift Wing's Fatality Search and Recovery Team will be responsible for assisting with the humane recovery of casualties following unprecedented flooding from the storm, which has claimed more than 130 lives.
Zamora takes command of 123rd Contingency Response Group
Sept. 30, 2024
Lt. Col. Aaron Zamora assumed command of the Kentucky Air National Guard’s 123rd Contingency Response Group in a change-of-ceremony Aug. 26, 2024, replacing Col. Ryan Adams, who led the unit since 2021.
Chief Information Officer retires after 30 years
Sept. 27, 2024
Col. John B. Blackburn retired after more than 30 years of service during a ceremony held in his honor at the Wellman Auditorium on Boone National Guard Center in Frankfort, Sept. 27, 2024.
751st Troop Command All Hazards Exercise
Sept. 27, 2024
Soldiers in the 751st Troop Command conducted an all-hazards exercise in southeastern Kentucky on Sept. 14, 2024. 71 Soldiers from multiple aviation companies and detachments trained with interagency partners in order to provide realistic training, empower junior leaders, and improve overall readiness for domestic operations.
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