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Class 56 Graduates from Wisconsin Challenge Academy
MAUSTON, Wis. – A corps of 91 cadets became the Wisconsin National Guard Challenge Academy’s 56th graduating class June 10, following a drill team performance and formal commencement ceremony at the Mauston High School gymnasium in Mauston, Wisconsin.
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Wisconsin caregivers explore military mental health and culture
MILWAUKEE – Approximately 70 attendees gathered at the Medical College of Wisconsin Kerrigan Auditorium May 12 to participate in the training seminar, Tier One: Introduction to Military Experience Culture and the Military-Connected Experience, offered by Star Behavioral Health Providers (SBHP).
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Wisconsin Air National Guard welcomes new senior enlisted leader
MADISON, Wis. – Chief Master Sgt. Michael Alvarez became the Wisconsin Air National Guard’s ninth command chief master sergeant during a change of responsibility ceremony at the state’s joint force headquarters facility May 3.
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Flags in Wisconsin are lowered to half staff by order of the Governor or the President to honor the passing of military members, state officials, or during other periods of mourning. This applies to all state facilities and encourages local governments, schools, businesses, and individuals to participate.
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There are no orders to lower the flags at this time.
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