Utah National Guard
Mission Statement: The Utah National Guard provides mission-ready military forces to assist both state and federal authorities in times of emergency or war. The Utah National Guard trains, equips, and prepares its members to protect the state and nation’s citizens from enemies both foreign and domestic, and to react quickly in the face of natural or man-made disaster or emergency.
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The Utah National Guard's 23rd Army Band performed a musical tribute during the 9/11 memorial ceremony hosted by the Utah Department of Veterans and Military Affairs (UDVMA) at the Utah State Capitol on September 11, 2026. Through the universal language of music they solemnly honored the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and shared a commitment to always remember the victims and heroes who lost their lives and their families that were forever changed.
Detect. Assess. Advise. Respond.
Utah’s 85th Civil Support Team put its mission-critical capabilities to the test during Exercise Hellgate at Camp Orchard, Idaho, Sept. 21-24.
The 85th CST trained alongside CSTs from Idaho, Arizona and South Dakota, the FBI and local first responders to detect and assess simulated chemical and biological hazards, support decontamination operations and coordinate response efforts.
Training alongside our regional and federal partners strengthens Utah’s ability to respond to hazardous threats and support communities when called upon.
"Operation Hellgate was a significant training opportunity for Civil Support Teams to build partnerships with federal agencies while working in Joint Hazard Assessment Teams." said CST Commander, LT. Col. Jeremy Wells.
"The operation allowed the Civil Support Teams to smooth out friction points with communications, planning, decontamination processing, and tactical operations."
Read the full story here: www.dvidshub.net/news/575710/national-guard-civil-support-teams-fbi-train-chemical-biological-thr...
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This Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day, the Utah National Guard pauses to honor the families of our fallen Soldiers and Airmen.
The tradition started in World War I (1917) and continues today where families displayed a service flag with a blue star for each immediate family member actively serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. When a service member died in service, a gold star was sewn directly over the blue star. Gold was chosen to represent honor, glory, and the devotion given to the nation. In 1936, the United States Congress formally designated the last Sunday of September as Gold Star Mother’s Day.
Roughly 80 Gold Star families reside in Utah who have lost a loved one since 9/11. Behind every fallen Soldier and Airman that answered the call is a family that must forever endure the weight of that sacrifice. When a National Guard Soldier or Airman falls, the loss leaves an irreplaceable void in our ranks and community.
To our Gold Star mothers, fathers, spouses, children, and siblings: you remain a permanent, cherished part of our Guard family, and your strength inspires us. You will never walk alone, and your Soldier or Airman will never be forgotten. The Utah National Guard remains dedicated to providing ongoing support to our surviving family members.
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You are not alone.
The Adjutant General, Brig. Gen. Michael Kjar, and State Senior Enlisted Leader Command Sgt. Maj. Spencer Nielsen of the Utah National Guard talk about the importance of suicide awareness, connection and taking care of our people.
We have a responsibility to know one another, check in when something feels different and create a culture where Soldiers, Airmen and families know it is OK to ask for help.
Sometimes support starts with a simple conversation. A phone call. Sitting beside someone. Listening without judgment. Reminding a friend, teammate or family member that they matter and that they do not have to carry a difficult season alone.
Struggles are not always easy to see. Financial stress, relationship challenges, changes in behavior, substance use, depression or anxiety may be signs that someone needs support. Staying connected helps us recognize those changes and gives us the opportunity to reach out.
For those carrying the grief of losing someone to suicide, you do not have to carry that weight alone either.
Suicide awareness is not limited to a single month or a single conversation—it is about knowing our people, recognizing when something may be wrong, and creating an environment where Soldiers, Airmen, and their families feel safe asking for help.
Look out for one another. Listen. Stay connected. Reach out.
If you or someone you know is struggling, connect with a trusted leader, friend, family member or qualified support professional. Help is available, and you matter.
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DRAPER, UT – Inside a 1960’s-era hangar at Roland R. Wright, Soldiers of the 144th Medical Company (Area Support) held their families and friends close one more time. On Sept. 20, 2026, the hangar’s large silver doors screeched open as final embraces, quiet farewells and last moments together gave way to departure. After months of preparation, the ceremony marked the beginning of the unit’s deployment and a new chapter for the Soldiers, families and friends gathered to see them off.
For more information go to: www.dvidshub.net/news/575737/144th-medical-company-area-support-departure-ceremony
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