(Left to right) Retired U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Gregory L. Ferguson presents Andrea Mutchler, wife of Brig. Gen. Rick L. Mutchler, Oklahoma National Guard Chief of Staff-Air, with a certificate of appreciation for her unwavering support during her husband’s career in the Oklahoma Air National Guard during his retirement ceremony on August 3, 2024, at Will Rogers Air National Guard Base, Oklahoma City. As chief of staff, Mutchler played a pivotal role in ensuring the combat readiness and operational effectiveness of the Oklahoma Air National Guard by providing invaluable guidance and support to over 2,300 Airmen across two wings, significantly enhancing the Guard’s ability to fulfill community, state and federal missions. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Caitlin Carnes)