Arkansas and Louisiana Soldiers Win Region V Best Warrior

Arkansas and Louisiana soldiers win Region V Best Warrior

PINEVILLE, La. (WNTZ) – Twelve Soldiers and noncommissioned officers representing six states competed in the Region V Best Warrior Competition at Camp Beauregard in Pineville, La., from May 4-8, 2026. Staff Sgt. Elija Steil and Spc. Christian Welch were named Region V's Noncommissioned Officer and Soldier of the Year, respectively, at the conclusion of the [...]

La. Guard hosts Region V Best Warrior Competition

PINEVILLE, La. – Twelve Soldiers and noncommissioned officers representing Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Nebraska and Texas competed in the Region V Best Warrior Competition at Louisiana National Guard installation Camp Beauregard in Pineville, Louisiana, May 4-8, 2026.