Texas and the Czech Republic have had a military relationship since 1993 as part of the National Guard Bureau's State Partnership Program pairing states to train with countries around the world.

ARKANSAS, USA — Nearly two weeks after the July 4 floods devastated South Texas, recovery efforts are still underway — and Arkansans are stepping in to help on the ground. Lieutenant Kyle Cloutier of the Arkansas National Guard arrived in Kerrville on July 4 to assist with the disaster response.