Private (PV2) Shane Omealja of Beebe recently enlisted into the Arkansas Army National Guard and has earned education benefits valued at $50,420. He will attend Basic Training followed by Advanced Individual Skill Training.

Upon returning to Arkansas, PV2 Omealja will serve with Charlie Company 2nd 153rd in Forrest City. To find out how you can proudly serve as a Citizen/Soldier in the Arkansas Army National Guard, call 1-800-GO-GUARD or visit the web at www.nationalguard.com.