National Guard Association of Illinois

05/12/2026

North Dakota Army National Guard Capt. Chris Spangler did not know what to expect when he came to Washington, D.C., earlier this month for the first NGAUS Capitol Summit of 2026.

04/25/2026

Thank you, Rep Rosenthal for your military service and for all you do to support Illinois soldiers and airmen.

Congratulations to Illinois Air National Guard Brig. Gen. (ret.) Wayne Rosenthal, who was named “Legislator of the Year” by the National Guard Association of Illinois. The announcement was made at the association’s annual dinner, April 24, at Destihl Beer Hall in Normal, Illinois. Rosenthal is a state representative representing the 108th District, which includes Menard County and portions of Christian, Macoupin, Montgomery and Sangamon Counties. According to the association, he has “consistently engaged on issues impacting service members, veterans, and military families, with a strong focus on policies that strengthen the Illinois National Guard’s ability to meet both state and federal missions.”

04/25/2026

Thank you to all of our conference sponsors and our annual partners who make events like this possible!

04/25/2026

Congrats to 126 ARW team Putting with Gas for winning in a playoff ⛳️

04/25/2026

It was a great day for NGAI golf! Thanks to all who came out to chase the little white ball!

04/22/2026

Congratulations, MAJ Pogwizd

Congratulations to all the NGAUS award winners! A special congrats to Illinois Army National Guard Maj. Peter Pogwizd and Nevada Air Guard Senior Master Sgt. Kraig J. Kimball, who earned the Valley Forge Cross for Heroism for pulling drivers from burning cars. https://www.ngaus.org/newsroom/guard-lifesavers-elected-officials-top-ngaus-awards

04/14/2026

CW3 Gary Reavis, NGAI Secretary, is attending the first Capital summit of 2026.

03/23/2026

Another reason to grab your Cards/Cubs tickets for May 29th... free concert after the game!! Get your tickets on our website www.ngai.com under Events.

03/03/2026

The Illinois National Guard Prairie Sentinel is now available.
This edition highlights the dedication and accomplishments of our Soldiers and Airmen, featuring:

• TAG’s message about the fundamental principles which define our organization
• Illinois National Guard and the Ministry of National Defense of the Portuguese Republic officially become State Partners
• Units returning home after overseas deployments
• Units mobilizing for overseas missions
• Promotions, retirements, and inspiring stories of service
Also included are changes in leadership, community engagement efforts, and more.

Read the full issue:

https://media.defense.gov/2026/Mar/03/2003882482/-1/-1/0/PRAIRIE%20SENTINEL%20VOLUME%2027.PDF

02/17/2026

Congrats, Honeybadgers! Company of the year again.

Congratulations (again) to the H Company "Honeybadgers" of the Illinois Army National Guard's Recruiting and Retention Battalion. For the third consecutive year, they were named the Company of the Year! More in the comments ⬇️
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