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Mic'd Up with Lt. Col. Nowlin
January 15, 2026 — U.S. Army Lt. Col. Matthew Nowlin, a Guardsman supporting Joint Task Force–District of Columbia, goes mic’d up while visiting Soldiers and Airmen serving across the District, Jan. 9, 2026. The D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission supports public safety through a visible presence, disciplined coordination, and close partnership with local and federal agencies to help ensure the nation’s capital remains safe and secure for residents, commuters and visitors. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Master Sgt. William Blankenship)... MORE

JTF–DC Airmen Recognized for their Efforts
January 15, 2026 — WASHINGTON — Four Air National Guard members assigned to the 113th Security Forces Squadron were formally recognized for their bravery and decisive action during a violent incident on the National Mall, receiving the newly established U.S. Parkland Award for Outstanding Service and Interagency Partnership during the Department of the Interior Winter Ceremony at the Interior Library, Jan. 9, 2026. U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. David Bowden, Staff Sgt. Hector J. Amaya, Staff Sgt. Ethan [last name withheld], and Tech. Sgt. Dylan D. Chadbourne, assigned to the 113th Wing, were honored for their actions during an incident Aug. 15, 2025, in which a U.S. Park Police officer was assaulted while pursuing a violent suspect... MORE

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Dylan Chadbourne, second from left, and Staff Sgt. Hector Amaya, second from right, assigned to the 113th Security Forces Squadron, Joint Task Force – District of Columbia, received awards during a Winter Ceremony held by the U.S. Park Police in Washington, D.C. Jan. 9, 2026. About 2,500 National Guard members are supporting the D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission providing critical support to the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department in ensuring the safety of all who live, work and visit the District. (U.S. Army National Guard Photo by Spc. Paris Hayes)

Last stand for RFK Memorial Stadium
January 15, 2026 — WASHINGTON – Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium in Washington, D.C. is fading into history with demolition nearing completion on the landmark that hosted the NFL Washington Redskins, two MLB teams, Olympic soccer, and many other sports and public events. Lesser-known parts of RFK’s history interweave with the D.C. National Guard and the D.C. Armory... MORE

The partially-demolished edifice of Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium is visible from the roof of the DC Armory in Washington, D.C., Aug. 18, 2025. The longstanding landmark fell into disrepair and is being demolished to make way for a new stadium. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Andrew Enriquez)

Serving Side by Side: Parent and Child Teams Support D.C. Safe Mission
January 15, 2026 — WASHINGTON – U.S. Army combinations of the parent and child patrol the streets of the District of Columbia while maintaining readiness and their family relationship — both wearing the same uniform, supporting the same mission, in the same city of Washington, D.C... MORE

U.S Army Maj. Roy Baker, right, 45th Field Artillery, and Pfc. Radomir Baker, 2-245th Headquarters and Headquarters Company, pose for a photo in the District of Columbia Armory in Washington, D.C. Jan. 13, 2026. About 2,500 National Guard members are supporting the D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission providing critical support to the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department in ensuring the safety of all who live, work and visit the District. (U.S. Army National Guard Photo by Spc. Paris Hayes)

The Heart of the D.C. National Guard Retires After 40 Years of Military and Civilian Service
January 14, 2026 — WASHINGTON — Every morning, she greeted Capital Guardians the same way: with a smile, a hug, and a warm “Come here, baby.” For decades, Sylvia “Mama” Lynch has been the comforting and guiding presence for generations of service members, their families, and the youth of the D.C. National Guard (DCNG). On January 10, at the Military Women’s Memorial, Lynch officially retired, closing a career that spanned more than 40 years, from uniformed service to civilian servant-leadership. The event room was packed with family, colleagues, former mentees, and leaders, all there to celebrate the woman many consider the heart of the organization... MORE

Current and former members of the D.C. National Guard gathered at the Military Women’s Memorial on Jan. 10, 2026, to honor Ms. Nancy “Mama” Lynch on her retirement after 40 years of dedicated military and civilian service. Lynch’s career spanned decades of mentorship, leadership, and commitment to Soldiers and Airmen of the Capital Guardian community. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Ayan Sheikh)

Making a Difference: Guardsmen Serve the Nation’s Capital
January 9, 2026 — WASHINGTON — For Soldiers and Airmen supporting the D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission, service in the Nation’s Capital has become more than a duty; it has become an opportunity to strengthen public trust, support civil authorities and gain real-world experience while protecting the community they serve... MORE

Soldier Assists Injured Driver After Rollover Crash
January 9, 2026 — WASHINGTON - U.S. Army Spc. Chris Zobo, a combat medic assigned to Joint Task Force–District of Columbia, rendered lifesaving aid to an injured driver following a rollover crash along Interstate 275 northbound near Exit 4 in Washington, D.C... MORE

The Army National Guard patch is displayed on the sleeve of a District of Columbia National Guard Soldier supporting the D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission in Washington, D.C. Guardsmen provide a visible, disciplined presence and work alongside local and federal partners to enhance public safety, strengthen community trust, and help ensure the nation’s capital remains secure for residents, commuters, and visitors. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Spc. Paris Hayes)

Air National Guard captain delivers baby in hospital parking lot
January 9, 2026 — WASHINGTON —An Air National Guard medical officer supporting operations in the Nation’s Capital delivered a baby in the front seat of a car just outside a hospital emergency room days before Christmas, turning a routine evening into an unexpected life-saving moment and underscoring how service members support the community in ways that often extend beyond their assigned mission... MORE

U.S. Army Spc. Ethan Shumar, a combat engineer, front, U.S. Air National Guard Capt. April McClung, a nurse, and U.S. Army Pfc. Jalen Taylor, a unit supply specialist, all assigned to the West Virginia National Guard, patrol near the Judiciary Square Metro station, Jan. 9, 2026. About 2,500 National Guard members support the D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission, assisting the Metropolitan Police Department in maintaining public safety for residents, commuters and visitors throughout the District. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Melissa Sterling)

Legal Readiness 101: District of Columbia National Guard Office of the Staff Judge Advocate
January 5, 2026 — Being legally prepared is just as important as being medically and physically ready! Taking proactive steps to get your legal affairs in order means you can focus on your mission with the peace of mind that comes from knowing your family is secure and your personal wishes are protected. To bolster military readiness, the District of Columbia National Guard (DCNG) Office of the Staff Judge Advocate (OSJA) presents "Legal Readiness 101." The goal of the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate is to help Guardsmen achieve legal readiness. Services are completely free and confidential for eligible service members. Legal assistance is available from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the D.C. Armory drill floor on the 1st and 15th of each month. See the QR codes in the video to learn more. ... MORE

D.C. Safe and Beautiful Mission: 2025 Year in Review
December 28, 2025 — The Make D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission underscores the dedication of National Guard Soldiers and Airmen to work alongside federal, state and local partners. Joint Task Force - District of Columbia strengthens public safety through presence, partnership and trust while supporting communities, honoring service and standing ready to respond... MORE