S.D. National Guard

On Military Spouse Appreciation Day, we want to thank each and every one of our National Guard spouses for their unwavering support. You make it possible for our Guardsmen to remain Always Ready, Always There.

When wildfires threaten communities, Army National Guard aviators answer the call from above. @SD_Guard are sharpening the skills that protect lives, land and hometowns when every second counts! 🚁🔥🇺🇸 #SDArmyGuard #WildfireResponse

America remains the land of the free and the home of the brave because of the men and women willing to serve. It was truly an honor to welcome home 267 Airmen from the 114th Fighter Wing after four months supporting critical national security missions. As a former Guardsmen myself, I couldn't be more proud to serve as Commander in Chief of the South Dakota National Guard.

Yesterday, I supported the South Dakota Army National Guard by hosting a groundbreaking ceremony for their new Watertown Vehicle Maintenance Shop. This investment sends a clear message: South Dakota supports our soldiers. In my State of the State Address, I declared that national security is South Dakota’s next big industry, and this project supports that mission. This groundbreaking isn’t just about a building. It’s about the men and women who serve, it’s about readiness, and it’s about delivering results for South Dakota.

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April is Month of the Military Child. In a message from @GovLarryRhoden, #SDNG commander-in-chief, we honor the resilience of military kids who serve alongside our force. #PurpleUp #CultureMissionCommunity

R.E.D. Friday honors those deployed—Remember Everyone Deployed. To our employers: your support makes service possible. Your flexibility keeps our force ready. #REDFriday #SDNG #CultureMissionCommunity

People are the foundation of our readiness. The 82nd Civil Support Team is built on experts committed to constant learning, teamwork and mastering their craft—delivering when it matters most. #SDNG #PeopleFirst #CultureMissionCommunity

#ICYMI: SDNG takes 🥈 place for Rifle Team in the 2026 U.S. Army Small Arms Championships. 👏Huge congrats to our marksmen! CSM Stacey: "This accomplishment is fundamentally a matter of readiness. They will enhance the lethality and effectiveness of our entire force." #GoGuard

#SDNG Black Hawk crews supported wildland fire response across South Dakota— assisting ground teams where it mattered most and working closely with interagency partners to protect our communities. #LiveHereServeHere #GoGuard with @PennCoSheriff for📸credit

People are the strength of the South Dakota National Guard. Stay tuned for more stories highlighting skills and service of the Soldiers and Airmen who keep the #SDNG ready. #WhyIServe #CultureMissionCommunity #GoGuard

The SDNG mourns the passing of retired Maj. Gen. Philip G. Killey, former adjutant general of South Dakota. A Vietnam War F-4 pilot with 129 combat missions, his service and legacy will be remembered. Our condolences to his family and loved ones.

Welcome home, 109th Engineer Battalion 🇺🇸 Soldiers were honored in Rapid City following a 13-month deployment supporting the U.S. southern border mission. Their service reflects the professionalism of the #SDNG—made possible by strong families, employers, and community support.

389 years of service. 🇺🇸 From the Minutemen of 1636 to today’s South Dakota Soldiers and Airmen, the National Guard remains Always Ready—serving our nation, supporting our communities, and answering the call at home and abroad. #NationalGuardBirthday #389Years #SDNG #AlwaysReady

The #SDNG 147th Army Band joined Suriname in celebrating the 50th anniversary of its independence last week—a proud moment for our #SPP & 20 yrs of partnership with Suriname. Strong ties, shared training, and lasting cultural exchange continue to strengthen both forces. 🇸🇷🤝🇺🇸

#SPP Partnerships that strengthen readiness, cultural understanding, and trust. Senior leaders from the #SDNG and the Suriname Armed Forces met in Paramaribo to reinforce 20 years of cooperation and professional development. 🇸🇷🤝🇺🇸 #CultureMissionCommunity @USNationalGuard

Maj. Gen. Mark Morrell presented a star quilt to U.S. Ambassador Robert J. Faucher in Suriname, recognizing 20 years of #SPP grounded in shared culture, mission readiness, and strong community ties. #CultureMissionCommunity @USEmbassyParbo

This Thanksgiving, the #SDNG extends our gratitude to the Soldiers, Airmen and families who strengthen our culture, uphold our mission and embody the community that defines our force. We thank you—and the families who stand alongside you—for all you do. Happy Thanksgiving!

The #SDNG 147th Army Band stepped into the classroom in Lelydorp, leading a music session with MELO students as part of ongoing engagements in Suriname. The SDNG marks 20 years of partnership through the #SPP—#CultureMissionCommunity #GoGuard

The #SDNG 147th Army Band is keeping the beat in Paramaribo as community engagements continue ahead of Suriname’s National Day. These performances highlight 20 years of partnership through the State Partnership Program—#CultureMissionCommunity #SPP