Louisiana National Guard
Youth Challenge program gains national recognition
Nine cadets from the Louisiana National Guard's Youth Challenge Program recently visited Washington to attend a gala celebrating the program at the 34 sites across the country. The 22-week residential program provides educational, leadership and life-skill training to at-risk youths. Full article.
Louisiana Guard ready to handle emergencies
Louisiana National Guardsmen are ready to perform search and rescue missions in the event citizens need assistance as floodwaters rise. The 2225th Multi-Role Bridge Company, 205th Engineer Battalion has boats and Guardsmen staged for rescues in central and south Louisiana. Full article.