MSG Nick Connery

Recruiting Section Chief for Greater St Louis | Missouri Veteran | Columbia College Alumni | Tweets are my own and do not represent the Army National Guard.

[MSG Nick Connery @MSG_Connery]

Ok ok ok it wasn’t the BEST pitch, but I saw a professional pitcher hit 3 batters that night so…

#STLFLY #STLCards @Cardinals #GoGuard

[Missouri National Guard @Missouri_NG]

The symbol of freedom and unity.

🇺🇲 Flag Day commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States on June 14, 1777, by resolution of the Second Continental Congress. Celebrate with us as we honor Old Glory!

[Missouri National Guard @Missouri_NG]

Scammers know military life can come with uncertainty, pressure and change, as they use those moments to their advantage. Be aware of the signs so you and your family can stay one step ahead and protect what matters most. #StayAlert

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[Missouri National Guard @Missouri_NG]

Siblings Who Serve Together 🇺🇸🪖
At Fort Campbell, Sgt. 1st Class Cody Swyres was promoted by his brother, Maj. Jonathan Swyers, during a special ceremony.

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Soldiers from the 35th Combat Aviation Brigade sharpened their skills during weapons qualifications and reinforced discipline, safe weapons handling and maintenance.

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The 175th MP Battalion partnered with Missouri Task Force One and Jefferson City firefighters to showcase the LMTV’s capabilities for future emergency response missions, strengthening community partnerships and inter-agency readiness.

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Master Sgt. Nick Connery on Military Recruiting Surge, COVID Fallout, and the Rise of Citizen Soldiers https://t.co/BvBQeX8iT7

[Missouri National Guard @Missouri_NG]

As a part of Military Appreciation Month- Armed Forces Day is celebrated on the third Saturday of May. The day honors all Americans currently serving, thank you to all of our nation’s heroes present and past! 🇺🇲

[Missouri National Guard @Missouri_NG]

The 1-138th Infantry Regiment conducted a 4-day training mission at Fort Campbell, KY., testing Soldiers on key Infantry skills. From ambush response to sustainment operations it involved months of planning with realistic, mission-focused execution.

[MSG Nick Connery @MSG_Connery]

@Asst_to_the_RM Had to write seven E7 NCOERs all at the same time because of change of rater. All 7 had the same job (recruiter) and similar performance metrics. GenAI saved my brain from overload 😆

[Gateway Arch @GatewayArchSTL]

When the shadow hits perfect 😮🙌

[Missouri National Guard @Missouri_NG]

Did you know that Weekend Drill Childcare is available at no cost to Soldiers! Reserve your spot online and serve with peace of mind!

Learn more at  https://t.co/DlFGFmVus3

[Missouri National Guard @Missouri_NG]

Huge shoutout to Missouri Army National Guard Soldier, 1st Lt. Talan Saylor, who represented the National Guard during the 42nd annual Lt. Gen. David E. Grange Jr. Best Ranger Competition from April 10-12, 2026.

[MSG Nick Connery @MSG_Connery]

@monetaryfungi @Asst_to_the_RM @grok …only 4% of total enlistments for the service can be an ASVAB waiver so it’s a small small group. Hardest part is finding jobs they qualify for with such a low overall score.

[MSG Nick Connery @MSG_Connery]

@monetaryfungi @Asst_to_the_RM @grok It’s 24 for Army/Army Reserve, 21 for Army National Guard. That’s gets them into the Future Soldier Prep Course at Ft Jackson where they have up to 90 days to pass the ASVAB with a 31 and start boot camp.

An “ASVAB waiver” is still down to 17 with a big catch…

[MSG Nick Connery @MSG_Connery]

@Beganovic2026 Great views!

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Great run today at the @GoSTL Marathon! #GoSTLMarathon #STL

[MSG Nick Connery @MSG_Connery]

I do! 🇺🇸

[Raquell Russell @raquellrussell]

Why are people still joining the military?

I don’t understand.

[MSG Nick Connery @MSG_Connery]

@monetaryfungi @grok @Exner_Garrett Wild huh? The federal poverty line for a family of 4 is $33k. I grew up in rural MO in a household of about $55k and we were in a manufactured home living cheap. DOD would say we were middle class 🤷‍♂️

[MSG Nick Connery @MSG_Connery]

@monetaryfungi @grok @Exner_Garrett @monetaryfungi I definitely agree with you. If you’re in a 4 or more person household making less than $100k annually you’re definitely not feeling wealthy though the median household income is about $80k.

[MSG Nick Connery @MSG_Connery]

@monetaryfungi @grok @Exner_Garrett For what it’s worth, my recruiters are here in the St. Louis City, County, and surrounding suburbs. My city/county recruiters pull a lot of lower income to lower middle class (<$100k household). My suburb recruiters get a little higher income bracket but nothing crazy ($100-250k)