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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.
Jan. 8, 2012
International military officials tour Kentucky Air Guard

Military officials from five European countries toured the 123rd Airlift Wing Nov. 14 to learn about the Kentucky Air National Guard's dual role of supporting both federal and state missions.The group, which was comprised of military and government officials from Bulgaria, Hungary, Ireland, the
Jan. 8, 2012
Family Day draws 1,000 to Air Guard Base

More than 1,000 Kentucky Air National Guardsmen and their family members gathered here today to celebrate Family Day with a picnic lunch and a variety of family-friendly activities at 123rd Airlift Wing Headquarters.The day's events featured a corn hole tournament, children's games, live music
Jan. 8, 2012
Battle of the Base: Fitness Challenge promotes readiness of mind and body, builds esprit de corps

The 123rd Special Tactics Squadron took the title for most physically fit squad during the third-annual Base Fitness Challenge here, narrowly edging out the 123rd Contingency Response Group in a two-hour contest held here today.More than 60 Airmen from the 123rd Airlift Wing tested their physical
Jan. 7, 2012
Wellness Team to focus on supporting Airmen

Wing officials have announced the creation of a new Wellness Team to help Airmen and their families build resilience and live healthier lifestyles.The team provides a variety of free resources to meet the social, emotional, physical and spiritual needs of Airmen and their family members, said Col.

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