Iowa National Guard officials are asking legislators to set aside $5.5 million over the next three years for a new armory in central Iowa. "It would be one of our traditional armories where we have a large drill floor, classroom facilities," says Colonel John J. Perkins, the construction and … [Read more...]
Iowa National Guard to review facilities, closings possible
The new leader of the Iowa National Guard says his plan for the future includes taking a tough look at how they will spend their funds on facilities. Major General Ben Corell spoke about the issue in his address to the Iowa Legislature Thursday. "Just as critical to having the right force … [Read more...]
Thousands of Iowa National Guard troops to be deployed later this year
The leader of the Iowa National Guard, Major General Ben Corell, says a major deployment of Iowa soldiers is coming this year. "Over the past years the number of federal mobilizations have been relatively light. This will change in the next couple of months -- as a number of Iowa Army National … [Read more...]
Heightened security contributed to false ‘active shooter’ alert at Camp Dodge
The Iowa National Guard has revealed the series of events that led to a false alarm about an active shooter at Camp Dodge in Johnston Wednesday. Iowa National Guard spokesman Lieutenant Colonel Mike Wunn says there was a command directive to increase security measures at the base after recent … [Read more...]
Man who commanded 185th Guard Wing in Sioux City promoted to general
The former Wing Commander of the 185th Air National Guard Refueling Wing has been promoted to Brigadier General and given new duties. Former Colonel Larry Christensen received his star in ceremonies at the 185th Sunday afternoon. "This wasn't just about me. This was about my team and the people I … [Read more...]
The Iowa National Guard has a new logo
The Iowa National Guard has unveiled an updated logo that features red, white, and blue colors with a "Minute Man" in the middle. Guard spokesman, Colonel Michael Wunn says the new logo comes as Major General Ben Corell takes over command of the organization. "The old logo served us well -- and … [Read more...]
New Iowa National Guard leader named
Governor Kim Reynolds announced her selection of the next leader of the Iowa National Guard at a news conference today at Guard Headquarters in Johnston. "Today I am pleased to announced the appointment of Major General Ben Corell as Adjutant General of the Iowa National Guard," Reynolds says. … [Read more...]
Iowa Air Guard planes moved to other bases during runway project
Runway construction and repairs at Sioux Gateway Airport is already affecting Sioux City's 185th Air National Guard refueling wing. Colonel Mark Muckey, the base commander, says they have had to move their giant refueling planes to another base. "What we did a couple of weeks ago in preparation … [Read more...]
Iowa National Guard leader to retire after 40 years of service
The leader of the Iowa National Guard has announced plans to retire on May 1st. Major General Tim Orr was appointed to the job by then Governor Chet Culver in March of 2009. "I've been serving for 40 years in the Iowa National Guard and 10 years as the Adjutant General. You reach a point where it … [Read more...]
New Iowa law helps military spouses transfer professional licenses
Governor Kim Reynolds signed a bill into law today designed to help military families. "The first thing that it does is it expands the availability of the Injured Veterans Grant Program funding and services to families of military service members who are injured in the line of duty. It also … [Read more...]