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A child sits in the driver’s seat of a Humvee at the 2023 Frankfort Aviation Day in Frankfort, Kentucky, Sept. 16, 2023. The Frankfort Aviation Day formed a critical moment of connection between Kentucky Army National Guard Aviators and the people of Frankfort. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Spc. Caleb Sooter)

KYNG Elevates Aviation Day at Capital City Airport

U.S. Air Force pararescuemen compete in a “Monster Mash,” a series of physical and mental challenges, at Waterfront Park in Louisville, Ky., Sept. 7, 2023, as part of the 2023 PJ Rodeo. The biennial event, which tests the capabilities of pararescue Airmen across the service, was hosted by the Kentucky Air National Guard’s 123rd Special Tactics Squadron. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Phil Speck)

U.S. Air Force pararescuemen compete in 2023 PJ Rodeo

A U.S. Air Force pararescueman executes a precision parachute landing at Freeman Municipal Airport in Seymour, Ind., Sept. 4, 2023, as part of the 2023 PJ Rodeo. The biennial event, which tests the capabilities of pararescue Airmen across the service, was hosted by the Kentucky Air National Guard’s 123rd Special Tactics Squadron. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Dale Greer)

Precision parachuting was key at 2023 PJ Rodeo

Airmen from the Kentucky Air National Guard’s 123rd Civil Engineer Squadron simulate medical evacuation during a training exercise in Shepherdsville, Ky., June 2, 2023. The purpose of the training was to promote multi-capable Airmen by training them on skills outside of their primary jobs. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Joshua Horton)

123rd Civil Engineer Squadron simulate a medical evacuation

The store had opened in 1999 and will be closing its doors for good Sept. 15, 2023.

End of an Era: PX closes at Boone National Guard Center

Two campers race to the top of a wall climbing tower at the 2023 Kentucky National Guard Youth Camp.

More than 100 attend 2023 KYNG Youth Camp

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U.S. Air Force pararescuemen execute precision parachute landings at Freeman Municipal Airport in Seymour, Ind., Sept. 4, 2023, as part of the PJ Rodeo. The biennial event, which tests the capabilities of pararescue Airmen across the service, was hosted by the Kentucky Air National Guard’s 123rd Special Tactics Squadron. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Dale Greer)

Air Force Special Warfare operators compete for title as top pararescuemen

Sept. 7, 2023

Special Warfare operators across the U.S. Air Force are in Louisville, Kentucky, Sept. 3-9 to vie for the title of top pararescuemen during the 2023 PJ Rodeo.

Children sit in the back of a UH-60 Black Hawk at the 2023 Frankfort Aviation Day in Frankfort, Kentucky, Sept. 16, 2023. The Black Hawk is one of the primary aircraft used by the 63rd Theater Aviation Brigade in tactical and humanitarian operations. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Spc. Caleb Sooter)

KYNG Elevates Aviation Day at Capital City Airport

Sept. 17, 2023

Aviation enthusiasts, families, and community members converged in Frankfort on September 16, 2023, to celebrate Aviation Day at Capital City Airport. In addition to the 63rd Theater Aviation Brigade (TAB), the event included Kentucky State Police (KSP), Kentucky Emergency Management (KYEM), DreamFlight Charities, local aviation organizations, local police and fire units and others.

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The wife of 1st Sgt. Ottis W. Capps, Sherry [left] and their two sons, Jeff and Jason, unveil the new bronze plaque at the Harlan National Guard Armory in Harlan, Kentucky on Sept. 21, 2023. The National Guard armory was named after 1st Sgt. Ottis W. Capps who served as the Alpha Company, 1-149th Infantry full-time support for over 30 years and was a cornerstone of the Harlan National Guard community during his career. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Andy Dickson)

National Guard Armory named after NCO who served decades to the Guard

Sept. 25, 2023

Kentucky Army National Guard leadership, veterans, and family of Alpha Co. 1-149th Infantry Battalion gathered at the National Guard Armory in Harlan, Kentucky for the renaming and dedication of the armory on Sept. 21, 2023. The name change from the Harlan National Guard Armory to the 1st Sgt. Ottis W. Capps National Guard Armory was in honor of a first sergeant who dedicated decades of his career and life to making the armory a community gathering area and a home to infantry Soldiers.

Alice Wilson, the Army and Air Force Exchange Service shoppette annex manager stands in front of the Post Exchange shoppette on Boone National Guard Center in Frankfort, Ky., Aug, 30, 2023. Wilson managed the store for almost 8 years and will be retiring from AAFES after 26 years of service with them with the closing of her store. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Class Benjamin Crane)

Keeper of the shop Alice: 26 years of service with AAFES

Sept. 21, 2023

With the closure of the PX Express closing down for good in Frankfort, annex manager Alice Wilson will be retiring from AAFES and moving on to look for work elsewhere.

KYNG Elevates Aviation Day at Capital City Airport

Sept. 17, 2023

The sign alerting customers of the store closure sits in the atrium of the Army and Air Force Exchange Service shoppette on Boone National Guard Center in Frankfort. The store had opened in 1999 and will be closing its doors for good Sept. 15, 2023. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Class Benjamin Crane)

Boone Center shoppette closes after 24 years

Sept. 15, 2023

After more than 24 years of service to patrons visiting the headquarters for the Kentucky National Guard, the AAFES Post Exchange will close its doors for good.

Airmen from the Kentucky Air National Guard’s 123rd Civil Engineer Squadron construct defensive fighting positions during a training exercise in Shepherdsville, Ky., June 2, 2023. The purpose of the training was to promote multi-capable Airmen by training them on skills outside of their primary jobs. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Joshua Horton)

Kentucky Air Guard fosters multi-capable Airmen with training for engineers

Sept. 15, 2023

Airmen from the Kentucky Air National Guard’s 123rd Civil Engineer Squadron completed mission-ready training designed to promote the development of multi-capable Airmen.

Campers raise the U.S. flag during the Kentucky National Guard Youth Camp at Lake Cumberland 4-H Education Center in Nancy, Kentucky, July 30, 2023. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Capt. Cody Stagner)

More than 100 attend Kentucky National Guard Youth Camp

Sept. 12, 2023

More than 100 children and youth from Kentucky Army and Air National Guard Service members gathered for this year’s Kentucky National Guard Youth Camp in Nancy, Kentucky, from July 30 to August 4.

Air Force Special Warfare operators compete for title as top pararescuemen

Sept. 7, 2023

Special Warfare operators across the U.S. Air Force are in Louisville, Kentucky, Sept. 3-9 to vie for the title of top pararescuemen during the 2023 PJ Rodeo.