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Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Gov. Lee, first lady visit TN National Guard task force in Middle East
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Gov. Bill Lee and his wife traveled across the globe this week to visit more than 700 soldiers from the Tennessee Army National Guard's 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment in the Middle East. According to the governor's office, the task force — which is primarily comprised of soldiers from the 278th's 2nd Squadron — is serving a year-long deployment in Kuwait. Smyrna Airport could be new home for TN Air National Guard's 118th Wing 'We owe a debt of gratitude to the Tennesseans who bravely serve our state and nation,' Lee said. 'Maria and I are deeply grateful to our soldiers deployed in the Middle East who demonstrate the Volunteer Spirit through their remarkable commitment to defending our freedoms, and I thank them for their unwavering dedication.' While in Kuwait, officials said the governor and the first lady thanked soldiers for their service and received a briefing on Operation Spartan Shield to better understand the Tennessee National Guard's integral role in the mission. In addition, Lee met with the U.S. ambassador to Kuwait, Karen Sasahara. Israel expands attacks in Gaza and Yemen as Trump wraps up trip to region 'Operation Spartan Shield builds partnerships in the Middle East to promote regional self-reliance and increase security,' the governor's office said in a statement on Friday, May 16. 'As a part of U.S. Central Command, Tennessee's task force is assisting in maintaining a military posture in the region, strengthening defense relationships, and serving as an enhanced force throughout the area.' Officials described the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment, headquartered in Knoxville, as Tennessee's largest unit. It is also one of five armored brigade combat teams in the National Guard. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
05-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Michigan National guard company deploys to Middle East to locate, diffuse explosives
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — A company from the Michigan Army National Guard is heading overseas to support American military efforts in the Middle East. The says the 745th Ordnance Company, based out of Grayling, recently gathered at the Grayling Army Airfield Armory for a sendoff with friends and family. This is the company's fourth deployment since the terror attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. According to the DMVA, the company was last deployed to the Middle East in June 2020 as part of Operation Spartan Shield and Operation Inherent Resolve. This deployment could last as long as a year. 'These soldiers will be supporting Operation Spartan Shield throughout the Middle East to strengthen defense relationships and build partner capacity,' U.S. Army Major Megan Breen . 'Their mission will focus on safely identifying, disarming and disposing of hazardous explosive devices and conducting concurrent training with partner nations. MSP K-9 back to work months after dangerous drug exposure 'The explosive ordnance disposal mission not only ensures the safety of U.S. and partner nation military operations throughout the region but also ensures the safety of the local population.' U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Ravindra Wagh, the commander of the Michigan Army National Guard, says while the 745th is serving overseas, it is the National Guard leadership's mission to also serve their families. Middle schooler raises funds for Mid-Michigan Honor Flight 'Our military families sacrifice a lot during these long separations and their support is crucial to the success of our soldiers as they deploy overseas,' Wagh said in a statement. 'It is our mission to support these families while they support their loved ones serving our nation.' According to the U.S. Department of Defense, is an overarching mission in the Middle East to help countries there become more self-reliant and secure. It formally launched in 2012. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
04-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Michigan National Guard soldiers to deploy to Middle East
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — Soldiers assigned to the 745th Ordnance Company, based out of Grayling, are set to be deployed to the Middle East to support Operation Spartan Shield. says this is their fourth deployment since 9/11. The unit's last deployment was in June 2020 to the CENTCOM Theatre in support of and . The Soldiers are anticipated to be deployed for up to a year. 'Their mission will focus on safely identifying, disarming and disposing of hazardous explosive devices and conducting concurrent training with partner nations,' said U.S. Army Maj. Megan Breen in a news release sent to 6 News. 'Our military families sacrifice a lot during these long separations and their support is crucial to the success of our Soldiers as they deploy overseas,' said U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Ravindra Wagh in a news release sent to 6 News. The Michigan National Guard Family Programs Office provides support and care for service members and families of the Michigan National Guard. They may be reached at 1-888-MICH-FAM. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
21-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Ohio National Guard members deploying this weekend
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Members of the Ohio Army National Guard are set to deploy on Sunday. According to the Ohio National Guard, roughly 100 Ohio National Guard members will head to support Operation Spartan Shield in the U.S. Central Command's area of responsibility. The members are a part of the OANG's 16th Engineer Brigade in Columbus. 'While deployed, the unit will provide supervisory oversight for subordinate engineer unitsthroughout the CENTCOM area of responsibility,' said OANG. The unit most recently deployed in 2020 to 2021, according to the organization. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-02-2025
- Yahoo
Ohio National Guard soldiers set for deployment
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Dozens of members of the Ohio National Guard are being deployed. According to a release, roughly 60 members of Ohio Army National Guard's 324th Military Police Company are headed to assist with Operation Spartan Shield. This company is based in Middletown, according to OANG. 'While deployed, the unit will provide law enforcement investigation support to U.S. CentralCommand,' said the release. 'These operations enhance deterrence and increase readiness of U.S. forces in the region.' Deploying soldiers will have a call of duty ceremony, which the public is invited to. The ceremony is scheduled to take place at Franklin Junior High School on Feb. 15 at 1 p.m. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
