Long Branch resident Pvt. Daniel A. Jones (left) is congratulated by Chief Warrant Officer 2 Glenn Eckenrode after enlisting in the New Jersey Army National Guard and will serve with the 150th Engineer Company, located at the National Guard Armory in Tuckerton as an Automated Logistics Specialist, after he completes basic training at Fort Jackson, S.C.

     Anyone interested in joining the New Jersey Army National Guard and wants to attend college tuition free, while earning a part-time income and serving their community, state and nation should call Sgt. 1st Class Nugent at 609-694-0626 or visit the New Jersey Army National Guard website at www.state.nj.us/military/army