Kansas National Guard Foundation

03/20/2026

The dignified transfer of Airmen Capt. Seth Koval, Capt. Curtis Angst, and Master Sgt. Tyler Simmons, who was posthumously promoted by Ohio's Adjutant General from the rank of technical sergeant, will take place today at Dover Air Force Base. Our prayers are with their families and their family at the 121st Air Refueling Wing. More in comments.
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03/20/2026

03/17/2026

03/17/2026

03/15/2026

Our Kansas soldiers and airmen are. always ready and always there!

03/15/2026

Tragic loss! Please keep those lost, their loved one’s and all of our soldiers,airmen and families foremost in your thoughts and prayers.

Shannon and I join our entire National Guard family in mourning the loss of six brave KC-135 Airmen, including three Ohio Air National Guardsmen assigned to the 121st Air Refueling Wing and three active-duty Airmen from the 99th Air Refueling Squadron, a partner unit with the Alabama National Guard’s 117th Air Refueling Wing.

Maj. John A. Klinner, Capt. Ariana G. Savino, Tech. Sgt. Ashley B. Pruitt, Capt. Seth R. Koval, Capt. Curtis J. Angst, Tech. Sgt. Tyler H. Simmons—Heroes, all.

Our air refueling warriors enable every aerial combat mission to succeed by skillfully transferring tens of thousands of pounds of fuel at cruising altitudes and high speeds, extending global reach and delivering decisive air dominance for our Joint Force. Combat aviators in every service understand the critical role of our air refueling crews and boom operators.

Immense respect for these valiant Airmen. Our thoughts, prayers and heartfelt condolences to their Families, Wingmen and the entire tanker community.

03/14/2026

Kansas is now a Purple Heart state!

Governor Laura Kelly has signed House Bill 2274, which provides homeless veterans greater access to non-driver's identification cards and also designates Kansas as a Purple Heart State.

Governor Laura Kelly said. "This commonsense legislation is one way we can show our respect and appreciation for those who have served, while also making life a bit easier for veterans who are finding their footing upon return to civilian life."

Kansas also recognizes Kansans who have earned the Purple Heart medal, awarded to those wounded or killed by enemy action while serving. Each year on August 7, the governor will issue a proclamation recognizing Purple Heart Day, with supporting observance activities facilitated by KOVS.

Find out more at https://kslegislature.gov/ and https://www.governor.ks.gov/newsroom/press-releases

03/12/2026

12/07/2025

Today, we honor and remember the Heroes lost on December 7, 1941, at Pearl Harbor.
Their courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

11/11/2025

08/07/2025

Today, on National Purple Heart Day, we honor the brave men and women who have been wounded or made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. The Purple Heart is more than a medal—it’s a symbol of courage, resilience, and unwavering dedication.

To all recipients and their families: we remember you, we thank you, and we stand with you. 💜