185th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion

01/15/2026

01/01/2026

A message from the Adjutant General of Iowa, Maj. Gen. Stephen Osborn:

“Happy New Year! I want to express my profound gratitude to every member of the Iowa National Guard for your exceptional effort, accomplishment, and dedication throughout 2025. I am incredibly proud of the compassionate care and unwavering support you have shown our heroes and their families over these past few weeks, and we pray for our deployed service members knowing they are sacrificing for a better tomorrow. Together, we look forward to 2026 as a year of continued growth, striving for excellence in all we do, and contributing to a more peaceful world.”

12/02/2025

11/26/2025

Iowa Team,

As we enter this holiday season, I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your exceptional service, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication. Whether you are deployed abroad, training at home station, standing duty across our installations, or providing valuable support to the organization, you embody the strength and character that define the Iowa National Guard and the Department of Public Defense.

Your professionalism and commitment ensure our great state and nation remains secure, our allies confident, and our values protected. To our families—thank you for your steadfast support. Your resilience and strength make our service possible.

As we gather with loved ones or stay focused on the mission, I ask each of you to take care of yourselves and one another. Stay connected, look out for your teammates, and find moments of rest and peace amid the demands of our profession.

I wish every member of the Iowa National Guard team a joyful, safe, and peaceful holiday season. Thank you for all you do, and for all you continue to give in service to our state and nation.

Respectfully,

MG Steve Osborn
Adjutant General

11/26/2025

11/22/2025