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Emergency Operations Center crucial to relief efforts Partnership built during exercises, succeeds during disaster
March 3, 2012
Kentucky National Guard Col. Charles K. Harris, J2 Intelligence and Security officer, briefs the Kentucky Emergency Management at the Emergency Operations Center at Boone National Guard Center, March 3, following tornadoes and storms that ripped through Kentucky, March 2.

Kentucky Guard engages in search and rescue operations after tornadoes
March 3, 2012
Kentucky National Guard service members engage in a search and rescue mission in West Liberty, Ky., for survivors after torrential storms and violent winds destroyed much of the community there, March 2.

Guard responds immediately after tornadoes
March 3, 2012
Staff Sgt. Joshua Matlock, with the Charlie Battery, 1st Battalion, 623rd Field Artillery (HIMARS), accompanies Kentucky's Lt. Gov. Jerry Abramson as they view the debris that covered the area of East Bernstadt, Ky., March 3.

Kentucky Guard supports local communities in eastern Kentucky
March 3, 2012
Spc. Matthew Sellers, Horizontal Engineer for the 207th Engineer Battalion, based in Hazard, Ky., shakes hands with Kenna Spears, district leader for Advance Auto Parts in Salyersville, Ky., March 3. Kentucky National Guardsmen from Hazard assisted local residents by directing traffic, aiding in search and rescue missions, and handing out supplies.

Kentucky Guardsmen deploy to West Africa
February 20, 2012
Mixon is a member of the Kentucky National Guard's Agribusiness Development Team 4, whose mission is to help Afghan locals develop more effective farming and business practices by providing education and sustainable tools.

University of Kentucky crop research scientist brings skills to National Guard mission
February 19, 2012
Neal is a member of the Kentucky National Guard's Agribusiness Development Team 4, whose mission is to help Afghan locals develop more effective farming and business practices by providing education and sustainable tools.

Yama Sakura 61: Ichi Dan!
February 2, 2012
Maj. Miranda Killingsworth, civil affairs planner with U.S. Army Pacific Contingency Command Post, works on an operational chart during Yama Sakura 61 at Camp Itami in Osaka, Japan.

Unbridled service in Japan
February 2, 2012
Members of the Yama Sakura 61's Public Affairs Office tell the stories of the personnel associated with the exercise. Members include: Mr. Hideo Kawada, Sgt. 1st Class Michael Oliver, Maj. Randall Baucom, Spc. Josh Bennett, Airman 1st Class Laura Yahemiak, Staff Sgt. Fredrick Varney, Spc. Brandy Mort and Staff Sgt. Rebecca Wood.

Yama Sakura 61 begins with opening ceremony
January 30, 2012
U.S. Army Pacific Commander Lt. Gen. Francis Wiercinski and Middle Army Commander of the Japan Ground Self Defense Force Lt. Gen. Ryuichiro Arakawa shake hands during the bilateral press conference Yama Sakura 61 Jan. 30.

Last tour of duty: Deployed soldier reflects on storied career
January 29, 2012
The two are currently deployed on Kentucky's Agribusiness Development Team 4, which seeks to improve the lives of Afghan farmers by teaching better farming and post-harvest techniques.

Yama Sakura 61: Home visit
January 29, 2012
Military personnel enjoy traditional Japanese cuisine during a visit to the home of Maj. Yasuo Okamoto of the Japan Ground Self Defense Force, Jan. 29.

Yama Sakura 61: Cultural Activities Offer U.S. Military Personnel a Unique Experience in Japan
January 29, 2012
United States Army Pacific participate in a Japanese traditional tea ceremony outside Camp Itami, Japan, Jan. 24.

Going green in Osaka
January 28, 2012
Spc. Isaac J. Ferderer, battle radio transmitter operator for the 34th Infantry Division, Minnesota National Guard, assists a member of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force during a cleanup of Osaka Castle in Osaka, Japan Jan. 28.

Kentucky National Guardsman teaches safety first
July 7, 2011
2nd Lt. Joshua Witt, safety and occupational health manager, gives an OSHA class to Kentucky Guards mechanics at Boone National Guard Center in Frankfort, Ky.

Kentucky National Guardsmen support Kentucky Oaks
May 6, 2011
Every year during the first week of May thousands of people flock to Churchill Downs in Louisville to watch some of the greatest horse racing on the planet.

Kentucky National Guard Honors Outstanding Soldiers and Airmen of the Year
March 12, 2011
The Kentucky National Guard's 2011 Soldiers of the Year display their Kentucky Enlisted Exceptional Performance awards at the Outstanding Soldier and Airmen of the Year banquet, held March 12, in Louisville, K

Got what it takes to play with the 202nd Army Band?
February 16, 2011
Delacruz recently transferred into the unit from a different state.

138th Fires Brigade conducts newly implemented resiliency training
February 6, 2011
Members of the 138th Fires Brigade attentively absorb information, pertaining to financial planning during Resiliency training at Fort Knox, Ky., Feb. 6.

Edwards accepts command of Kentucky National Guard 75th Troop Command
February 6, 2011
Edwards accepted command of the 75th Troop Command immediately following the promotion ceremony during a change of command ceremony.

Kentucky National Guard reenlists more than 30 high-speed Soldiers
February 5, 2011
More than 30 Kentucky National Guardsmen reenlisted following a retention symposium at the Galt House.

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