Minnesota National Guard
Coverage of Minnesota National Guard in the Nexus archive.
- Over 100 Minnesota National Guard members in Washington, DC to help at Freedom 250
Over 100 Minnesota National Guard members are voluntarily deployed to Washington, D.C., to assist with Freedom 250 celebrations. They are part of a larger group of 5,000 National Guard members supporting the event, with most Minnesotans from the 2-135 Infantry regiment. The mission includes public assistance and event support until July 23.
- Minnesota Guard names 2026 Airmen of the Year, Best Warriors
The Minnesota National Guard recognized seven service members in 2026 for excellence, including five airmen as 'Outstanding Airmen of the Year' and two soldiers as 'Best Warriors.' Recipients were selected through competitive events and evaluations covering performance, fitness, and community service.
- Minnesota deploys national guard to help fight wildfires in northern region
Minnesota's national guard has been deployed to help fight wildfires in the northern region of the state. The deployment was authorized by Governor Tim Walz, who declared a peacetime emergency due to the unpredictable and fast-moving blazes. The wildfires are being fueled by dry and windy weather.