U.S. Army Sgt. Chad Marx, 205th Theater Public Affairs Support Element, competes in the San Antonio Marathon on Dec. 7, 2025, in San Antonio, TX. As "Twice the Citizen", Army Reserve soldiers balance civilian life and military duty while remaining combat-ready at a moments notice. (U.S. Army Reserve video by Staff Sgt. Jon Cortez) [Music: The Paradox Shatters by Rachel Sandy from Epidemic Sound]
Eyes in the sky: sUAS training changing way Soldiers fight
Soldiers assigned to the 302nd Mobile Public Affairs Detachment (MPAD) and the 371st Combat Sustainment Support Battalion (CSSB) participate in small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) training at March Air Reserve Base, Moreno Valley, California, April 11, 2026. The training focused on identifying, reporting, and responding to aerial threats to enhance Soldier survivability and mission readiness. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Nathan Starr)
April 16, 2026 - In a classroom here, Soldiers learned that on today’s battlefield, even a small drone can present a serious threat. Through small unmanned aircraft systems training, they sharpened the skills needed to identify, report, and...

Army Reserve Soldiers fight hunger, feed hope
U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers assigned to the 205th Theater Public Affairs Support Element and San Antonio Food Bank volunteers stage pre-packaged meals. Feb. 20, 2026. The Soldiers of the 205th are committed to building strong partnerships with the local community. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Spc. Collin Bertagnoli
March 13, 2026 - Soldiers from the 205th Theater Public Affairs Support Element, U.S. Army Reserve, spent three hours volunteering at the San Antonio Food Bank, packaging tens of thousands of meals to support families facing food insecurity...

Fort Hunter Liggett’s Historic Hacienda Upgrading HVAC, Domestic Hot Water System
Colonel Jason McKenzie (center), Fort Hunter Liggett Garison Commander, meets with installation energy program staff and representatives from McKenzie Construction. The historic Hacienda lodge will receive a $9.6 million upgrade to its heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system and domestic hot water system to enhance the building’s historic aesthetics and guest experience.
Feb. 23, 2026 - The historic Hacienda lodge on the U.S. Army Reserve-funded installation, Fort Hunter Liggett in Monterey, CA, will receive a $9.6 million upgrade to its heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system and domestic...

Army Reserve lieutenant earns top honor at Public Affairs Communications Strategy Qualification Course
U.S. Army Reserve 1st Lt. Marissa Lomax, a public affairs officer assigned to the 205th Theater Public Affairs Support Element, poses with her certificate of completion for the Public Affairs Communications Strategy Qualification Course at the Defense Information School, Fort George G. Meade, Maryland, Dec. 17, 2025. Lomax’s academic performance and perseverance earned her the distinction of honor graduate. (Courtesy photo)
Jan. 29, 2026 - More than 1,300 miles from the Defense Information School, U.S. Army Reserve 1st Lt. Marissa Lomax’s screen flickered to life in Dallas. She was beginning the rigorous modules for the Public Affairs and Communication Strategy...

Modernizing Fort Hunter Liggett's 50-year-old water system
Fort Hunter Liggett Efficiency Manager Jarrod Ross briefs dignitaries at one of the installation’s wells, during a tour of water and energy facilities, September 2024.
Jan. 22, 2026 - Fort Hunter Liggett’s aged water distribution system will be replaced with a new and efficient system beginning in the fall of this year. The estimated $165 million project is three-phased and major components include piping,...

Army Reserve expands partnership with Sourcewell through 10-year renewable IGSA
U.S. Army Reserve Installation Management Directorate personnel pose with U.S. Army and Sourcewell representatives commemorating the signing of a 10-year renewable Intergovernmental Support Agreement (IGSA) at the Pentagon on January 7, 2026. The new IGSA provides the Army Reserve with a streamlined mechanism for Facility Sustainment and Repairs, Minor Construction, Supplies, Equipment, and Government Furnished Property. Photo courtesy of Sourcewell.
Jan. 20, 2026 - Building on the success of the U.S. Army Reserve’s first-ever Intergovernmental Support Agreement (IGSA) at 63rd Readiness Division (RD), Mountain View, California headquarters, the Army Reserve has signed a new 10-year...

Fort Hunter Liggett: A healthy perspective and resilience
Fort Hunter Liggett Soldiers and firefighters team up to secure the cables holding up the iconic cross overlooking Mission San Antonio de Padua and the cantonment.
Dec. 30, 2025 - As we close out 2025, Fort Hunter Liggett (FHL) reflects on the year of amazing milestones and accomplishments, and the challenges that come with reshaping the military and government. One overarching word comes to mind –...

63rd Readiness Division welcomes new commanding general
Maj. Gen. Windsor S. Buzza, incoming commanding general of U.S. Army Reserve “Blood and Fire” Soldiers of 63rd Readiness Division, accepts the division colors from Commanding General of the U.S. Army Reserve Command, Lt. Gen. Robert E. Harter during a change of command ceremony signifying his newly assigned role at 63rd RD, Sept. 27, 2025, at Moffet Field, Mountain View, Calif. The 63rd Readiness Division specializes in real property management, maintenance readiness, public affairs, and administrative support, providing support to approximately 40,000 Army Reserve Soldiers. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Karen Sampson)
Sept. 30, 2025 - U.S. Army Reserve “Blood and Fire” Soldiers assigned to the 63rd Readiness Division held a change of command ceremony, Sept. 27, 2025, on Moffet Field. The ceremony was hosted by U.S. Army Reserve Command Commanding General...

Fort Hunter Liggett supports the Madre Fire 2025
Fort Hunter Liggett Directorate of Public Works heavy equipment operator supervisor Ronnie Rosas is a seasoned dozer operator at FHL with wildland fires. He has worked at FHL since 1987 and has supported more than 30 mutual aid fires to include the Madre Fire in this photo, July 2025.
July 24, 2025 - Fort Hunter Liggett (FHL) provided three heavy equipment operators and two firefighters for a 12-day deployment to support the Madre Fire in the Los Padres National Forest’s remote central California area from July 2-14,...

Army Reserve Leaders Drive Transformation at SC/GC Conference
U.S. Army Reserve senior leaders convene at the Senior Commander / Garrison Commander Conference from May 7-8, 2025 at Fort Hunter Liggett, California, to strengthen transformation efforts aimed at enhancing infrastructure resilience, increasing operational effectiveness, and maximizing resource efficiency.
June 16, 2025 - U.S. Army Reserve senior leaders convened at the Senior Commander / Garrison Commander (SC/GC) Conference from May 7-8, 2025 at Fort Hunter Liggett, California, to strengthen transformation efforts aimed at enhancing...

Maj. Gen. Windsor S. Buzza
Commanding General, 63rd Readiness Division
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Brig. Gen. Christopher W. Cook
Deputy Commanding General - Support, 63d Readiness Division
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Command Sgt. Maj. Eric Bethurem
Command Sergeant Major, 63d Readiness Division
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Catrina Collins
Chief of Staff - CIV, 63rd Readiness Division
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