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April 19, 2012
Kentucky Air Guard once again supporting Thunder Over Louisville

The Kentucky Air National Guard Base will once again serve as the launching pad for military aircraft slated to appear in this weekend's 22-annual Thunder Over Louisville air show.The April 21 event promises to be one of the biggest yet, according to Capt. Josh Ketterer, a C-130 pilot in the 123rd
April 13, 2012
123rd CRG becomes first in Air Guard to earn verification for joint cargo-handling capability

The men and women of the Kentucky Air Guard's 123rd Contingency Response Group set new standards for excellence when they deployed here last month to demonstrate their logistics capability in an austere environment, according to officials from U.S. Transportation Command and the U.S. Air Force
March 25, 2012
Top White House official honors 123rd Airlift Wing for rare 15th Air Force Outstanding Unit Award

One of President Barack Obama's top advisors praised the Kentucky Air National Guard for superior achievement March 18, calling the organization "second to none" during a ceremony here to honor the 123rd Airlift Wing for winning an almost unprecedented 15th Air Force Outstanding Unit Award.Also
Feb. 4, 2012
Wingman challenge: Kentucky's security forces test their mettle while building esprit de corps

Members of the Kentucky Air National Guard's 123rd Security Forces Squadron spent Dec. 10 navigating an obstacle course at Louisville's Southern High School as part of a team-building exercise held in conjunction with Wingman Day.Wingman Day is an annual event designed to promote resilience and
Feb. 4, 2012
Tonini begins second term as Kentucky's adjutant general

Gov. Steve Beshear re-appointed Maj. Gen. Edward W. Tonini as Kentucky's 51st adjutant general during a private swearing-in ceremony in Frankfort's Capitol rotunda Dec 13.Pursuant to state law, the ceremony was held just past midnight, immediately after Beshear took the oath of office to begin his
Feb. 4, 2012
Base Morale, Welfare and Recreation facility reopens with new name

Members of the Kentucky Air National Guard came together Jan. 7 to reopen the base Morale, Welfare and Recreation facility under a new name: "The Winner's Circle."The facility, which features pool and foosball tables, a kitchen and a volleyball court, is designed to boost morale and foster
Feb. 4, 2012
Kentucky Air Guard disaster-response team participates in first field-training exercise

More than 40 members of a Kentucky Air National Guard disaster-response team deployed here to the Wendell H. Ford Regional Training Center recently, joining forces with Kentucky Army Guard Soldiers to participate in their first field-training exercise.The Guardsmen collectively formed a Chemical,
Feb. 4, 2012
Kentucky Airmen fly south for the winter to support scientific research at the bottom of the world

The term "flying south for the winter" usually invokes thoughts of tropical climates and sunny beaches, but the reality couldn't be more different for two Kentucky Air National Guardsmen.Tech. Sgt. Raymond Graves and Master Sgt. Jason Smith, both assigned to the 123rd Logistics Readiness Squadron
Jan. 8, 2012
Pararescue troops showcase rappelling skills at U of L's Cardinal Stadium

Members of the Kentucky Air National Guard's 123rd Special Tactics Squadron rappelled down the side of University of Louisville Cardinal Stadium Nov. 12 in a public demonstration of their tactical capabilities.The demonstration, held just prior to kickoff for the Cardinal's football match-up with
Jan. 8, 2012
Recruiting offers rewards for referrals

Current and retired members of the Air National Guard can now refer potential recruits to the Guard and collect rewards if those individuals decide to join.The new Air National Guard Referral Rewards Program offers incentives ranging from backpacks to high-definition televisions, said Master Sgt.

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