News

Jan. 17, 2012
140th Wing to exercise for excellence

The men and women of the 140th Wing, Colorado Air National Guard, are once again gearing up for a few days of increased activity as they conduct another Operational Readiness Exercise in preparation for their inspection this spring. Wing personnel will conduct 24-hour training simulating operations
Dec. 20, 2011
Guard families get holiday party at governor’s house

Family members of deployed Colorado National Guardsmen celebrated the holidays in a unique way this year. A holiday reception was held in their honor today at the Beottcher Mansion, where CONG senior leaders greeted the families and children enjoyed crafts, cookies, milk, cider and cocoa. Later,
Dec. 16, 2011
Governor to host holiday party for Colorado Guard families

Gov. John Hickenlooper will host a holiday reception for the family members of deployed Colorado National Guardsmen Monday at the governor's mansion. Festivities will begin at 12:15 p.m. Dec 19 at Beottcher Mansion at 400 East 8th Ave. in Denver. CONG senior leaders will be on hand earlier in the
Dec. 16, 2011
National Guard families to get holiday relief through 'Toys for our Tiny Soldiers' event

The Colorado National Guard Family Programs office has again teamed up with Santa to provide Christmas presents for CONG families in need.The 2nd annual "Toys for Our Tiny Soldiers" is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 17, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Colorado National Guard Readiness Center in Grand
Dec. 13, 2011
Born from humble beginnings, the National Guard celebrates its 375th birthday

The Massachusetts Bay Colony was founded in 1630. More than 5,000 men, women, and children made the two-month voyage to the New World, leaving the relative comfort and safety of England behind in an effort to break free of religious intolerance, and to manage their communities the way they saw fit.
Dec. 9, 2011
Guard families in need to get holiday help from Santa

The Colorado National Guard Family Programs office has again teamed up with Santa to provide Christmas presents for CONG families in need.The 5th annual "Santa Shops" are scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 10, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Colorado National Guard facilities in Centennial and Colorado Springs.
Dec. 8, 2011
DoD calls on Guard and Reserve members to nominate supportive employers for 2012 Freedom Award

Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), a Department of Defense agency, encourages Guard and Reserve members to nominate their supportive employers for the 2012 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award as only five weeks remain until the deadline. The Freedom Award is the DoD's
Dec. 7, 2011
New ANG Referral Program

Current and retired Air National Guard members can refer new recruits to the Guard and collect rewards for their efforts.The Air National Guard Referral Rewards Program is a voluntary recruitment referral program where members who successfully help recruit a new member are rewarded with
Dec. 7, 2011
SnoFest 2012 is coming

Make your lodging reservations now for SnoFest, January 27-29, 2012 at Keystone Resort, where this annual premier military appreciation snow sports weekend will be hosted by Peterson AFB, the AF Academy, Schriever, Buckley and FE Warren Air Force Bases, and Fort Carson Army Post. Families will enjoy
Dec. 2, 2011
Volunteers pack gifts for deployed troops

The Colorado National Guard Family Programs office joined dozens of volunteers to assemble holiday packages for deployed servicemembers in one massive team effort today at the CONG state headquarters.In addition to CONG Soldiers and Airmen, volunteers for the event included members of the Buckley