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CAMP JOSEPH T. ROBINSON, NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark.— The Arkansas National Guard received top national honors for its secur...
08/19/2026

CAMP JOSEPH T. ROBINSON, NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark.— The Arkansas National Guard received top national honors for its security cooperation efforts, securing an impressive three out of the nine possible awards presented at the National Guard Bureau’s annual State Partnership Program conference.

The state earned the prestigious Strategic Partnership of the Year award for its work in Central America, while Maj. Debora Lopez was named the SPP Director of the Year. Rounding out the sweep, Maj. David Nevarez won the Bilateral Affairs Officer – Small Military Group of the Year award.

Together, these honors recognize a historic, record-breaking year in which the Arkansas-Guatemala partnership executed over 85 security cooperation engagements.

The Strategic Partnership of the Year award recognizes the team that most effectively advances U.S. security cooperation goals. Arkansas captured this top honor by demonstrating unparalleled strategic alignment with Department of War priorities and U.S. Southern Command objectives. The partnership delivered profound strategic impact through measurable outcomes such as a ministerial cyber-defense initiative that reduced host-nation security gaps by over 50%, and a critical road infrastructure feasibility assessment. Ultimately, the award highlights the enduring, trust-based relationship Arkansas has built with Guatemala over 23 years, spanning from senior leader engagements down to tactical operators training side-by-side.

In the individual categories, Maj. Debora Lopez took home the SPP Director of the Year award. She was recognized for driving the most productive period in the partnership's history. Maj. Lopez synchronized all engagements with the U.S. Embassy’s Integrated Country Strategy and managed an increase in Arkansas participant involvement. Her leadership was also pivotal in coordinating Arkansas’s 60-personnel contribution to exercise CENTAM GUARDIAN 2025.

Operating forward from the U.S. Embassy in Guatemala City, Maj. David Nevarez won the BAO-Small Military Group of the Year award. He was honored for his mastery of cross-agency collaboration and ex*****on of U.S. national security objectives. He was instrumental in establishing Guatemala’s first-ever Human Rights and International Humanitarian Law School and its first formal NCO Academy. His diplomatic efforts elevated the partnership to the presidential level, placing Arkansas Guardsmen directly before Guatemalan President Bernardo Arévalo and securing critical U.S. funding for sustainable host-nation military education.

Through the State Partnership Program, the Arkansas National Guard continues to share vital technical, medical, and leadership expertise, building enduring global relationships that enhance regional security and protect U.S. interests.

(U.S. Army National Guard story by Capt. Janice Rintz)

Minuteman Monday! Second Lt. Tyler Leslie is a 15A, UH-60 Black Hawk pilot, assigned to the 77th Expeditionary Combat Av...
08/17/2026

Minuteman Monday! Second Lt. Tyler Leslie is a 15A, UH-60 Black Hawk pilot, assigned to the 77th Expeditionary Combat Aviation Brigade at Camp Joseph T. Robinson. He was three years old when he visited his dad’s military unit on a family day. The aviation bug bit him early, and the Arkansas National Guard helped him achieve his dream job.

“[Reserve Officer Training Corps] at Harding University gave me the leadership foundation that shaped who I am today,” he said. “It also provided tuition assistance that paid for both my bachelor’s and master’s degrees.”

Come see us Saturday September 12, 2026 for Minuteman Day here at Camp Robinson! This is an fun filled day designed for ...
08/17/2026

Come see us Saturday September 12, 2026 for Minuteman Day here at Camp Robinson! This is an fun filled day designed for the Arkansas Army and Air National Guard to engage with the local community through a variety of events. We cannot wait to host you on this open base day! Here’s what’s in store.

Purchase your T-Shirts now before they're all sold out!!

-High school and middle school cross country races (Registration for schools is open on Mile Split) Start time: 0900.

-Open 5K Race
Packet pick up 0700/ Race start at 0800.

-The Army Combat Fitness Competition: come out and compete against our soldiers in the ACFT-based fitness competition! Start time 0800.

-Health, wellness, and education fair: come talk with experts in their fields, interact with college and university reps, and hear about the benefits available for our service members!

-Unit and Equipment Exhibits: our soldiers and airmen will be present to talk about our various units and their career fields with their equipment on display.

-BBQ Cook-off: The best grillers in Arkansas will face off in this tasty competition and Food trucks galore!

5K registration link
https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=186507

Army Combat Fitness Competition registration link
https://www.ngaa.org/minuteman-acfc/

BBQ registration link
https://www.ngaa.org/minuteman-bbq-competition/

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Director of the Army National Guard General Jon Stubbs visits with the Arkansas Adjutant General Chad Bridges and the Ar...
08/13/2026

Director of the Army National Guard General Jon Stubbs visits with the Arkansas Adjutant General Chad Bridges and the Arkansas Data and Analytics Office to showcase the major advancements being made to improve tracking capabilities for readiness, equipment, fitness and much more that can be utilized not only in our State, but all 54. Lt. Col. Fricks and his team developed multiple interfaces and systems to work with each other and harmoniously feed back information we can use to be better ready for a better tomorrow. Camp Robinson, Arkansas, August 13, 2026.

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The University of Arkansas Cossatot signed a memorandum of agreement with the Arkansas National Guard to establish a col...
08/13/2026

The University of Arkansas Cossatot signed a memorandum of agreement with the Arkansas National Guard to establish a collaborative framework to increase student awareness of National Guard service and benefits at the De Queen campus, August 13, 2026.

“I just think that this is a wonderful, wonderful thing, and kind of historic,” said Dr. Steve Cole, chancellor of the University of Arkansas Cossatot. “We’ve been trying for this for, for many years. We just think that's good for the college. And, we think that it's good for our students to be able to see that there are some extremely wonderful benefits of [serving in the National Guard].”

The new partnership will build on the ties the community has with the National Guard armory in De Queen, Arkansas by providing a career resource office on the UA Cossatot campus for leadership and mentorship programs, as well as supporting students with resources such as tuition assistance, scholarship guidance and academic credit opportunities for military training.

“I feel like this is a testament to the commitment that you make to all of your students,” said Brig. Gen Michael Henderson, director of joint staff, Arkansas National Guard to a gathering of students, faculty, and state representatives at the UA Cossatot amphitheater. “We share your passion for the development of young people. We are strong believers that the engine for the state of Arkansas in terms of supporting Governor Sanders initiatives to prepare our young people through education, enlistment and employment for the future can be the Arkansas National Guard.

“It’s an investment in the future of the young people and the prosperity of Arkansans, and we're just so excited to have the opportunity to be here on your campus and partner with you to make lives better for the young people of Arkansas.

“And we want to keep them here in Arkansas, so that Arkansas continues to thrive and grow and develop. And the best way to do that, in our opinion, is through the Arkansas National Guard.”

Your service in the Arkansas National Guard is unmatched, and now our support is too. As the nation’s  #1 National Guard...
08/11/2026

Your service in the Arkansas National Guard is unmatched, and now our support is too. As the nation’s #1 National Guard team for benefits and education processing, we’re proud to put our Guardsmen first—every single day.

Congratulations to our five new commissioned Warrant Officer graduates of class 2026-002. We commend you in your achieve...
08/11/2026

Congratulations to our five new commissioned Warrant Officer graduates of class 2026-002. We commend you in your achievements and look forward to observing your future growth and contributions to the Arkansas Guard! Camp Robinson, Arkansas, August 5, 2026.

Warrant Officer
- Thaddeus Dooley
- Benton Johnson
- Andrew Lemonds
- Anthony Olles
- Joshua Ward

For more photos follow this link:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/arkansasnationalguard/albums/72177720335066462

(U.S. Army National Guard photos by: Capt. Janice Rintz)

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