Minot AFB Gears Up for Winter with Annual “Snow Rodeo”
On September 19, the 5th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) Pavement and Equipment section, known as the “Dirt Boys,” hosted the annual Snow Rodeo, a spirited and practical competition designed to showcase the skill and readiness of Minot AFB’s snow removal teams ahead of the harsh winter season. The Snow Rodeo wasn’t just a fun competition. […]
Festival on Main Brings Community Together in Downtown Minot
Downtown Minot was buzzing with activity on Saturday, September 13th, as families, friends, and visitors flocked to the annual Festival on Main. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Main Street was transformed into a lively hub of fun, food, and entertainment, drawing hundreds of attendees to celebrate one of the city’s most anticipated community traditions. […]
Volunteer Emergency Pilots Train for All-Weather Missions
Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary When severe weather strikes or a hiker goes missing, trained volunteer pilots are ready to launch—thanks to rigorous all-weather training like Saturday’s event in Moorhead. Fourteen Civil Air Patrol pilots, from across North Dakota gathered Saturday for annual advanced training. Lt. Col. Chad Smith was happy to host […]
The Rodeo is Coming to Visit with our On-Base Elementary School Students and Homeschoolers
The Badlands Circuit Finals Rodeo is visiting Dakota Elementary School’ Students, North Plains Elementary School’ Students, and on-base Homeschool Students on Thursday, October 9th! Their rodeo clown, queen, cowboy, and/or bull fighter will share specific information about the rodeo and give our military-connected students the opportunity to ask questions. This event serves to educate our […]
Minot AFB modernizes fleet with up-armored Ford F-350sfor enhanced security
Senior Airman Alyssa Bankston, 5th Bomb Wing Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. —Minot Air Force Base will receive up-armored Ford F-350 patrol trucks over the next two years as part of a phased replacement of its Humvees and BearCats. The transition marks a modernization effort aimed at enhancing safety, efficiency and sustainability for […]
Minot North Sports Roundup: Golf Qualifies for State, Football Wins Homecoming, and More
The fall season continues to be a busy one for Minot North athletics, with big performances and exciting moments across multiple sports this past week. From the golf course to the gridiron, Sentinel athletes are making their mark. On the course, the Minot North girls’ golf team secured a spot at the state tournament with […]
Paw Patrol: What to Do If You Lose or Find a Pet
Losing a pet is a heartbreaking and stressful experience, but acting quickly and thoughtfully can significantly increase the chances of bringing them home safely. Similarly, finding a lost animal and knowing what to do next can make all the difference in helping reunite a pet with its rightful owner. Whether it’s a curious cat that […]
One Word To Describe AFA Conference…Amazing
My goal in coming to the Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) convention and conference was to learn and experience what is happening with our Air Force, and our Air Force Base. After less than 24 hours at the AFA conference, held on the historic banks of the Potomac River in Oxon Hill, Maryland, I […]
That 2012 Olive Garden Review Still Matters
Last week, I got a DM that said, “You may have heard of her, but Marilyn Hagerty just died at age 99. She was an absolute legend—North Dakota food critic and friend of Anthony Bourdain.”I’ll be honest—I had no idea who she was. But I was intrigued. Until last week, I didn’t know Marilyn’s name […]
Montana/Alberta road
A recent report on CITC-TV, a Global network affiliate in Calgary, outlined a situation on the Mon-tana/Alberta border that is causing a lot of concern along the entire U.S./Canadian border. There is a gravel road that separates Canada from the United States and more specifically, Toole County, Montana from the rural municipality of Warner No. […]