North Dakota Border Towns
As we all know, North Dakota borders South Dakota, Minnesota, Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Montana. What many of us my not know is there are numerous communities that were built right on a border and in a couple of cases, they extend beyond North Dakota. The most obvious border town is Fargo. It’s our largest city […]
GIVEAWAY ALERT: Win a FREE Week at YMCA Triangle Y Resident Camp!
We’re thrilled to give one lucky military kid a FREE weeklong summer camp experience at the YMCA Triangle Y Resident Camp, (a $565 value)! The camp is open to kids ages 7–15, and this unforgettable giveaway opportunity includes your choice of any week and camp theme that works best for your family. How to EnterIt’s […]
91st MSOS Convoy Response Force reinforces readiness and proficiency at 2025 NCC
Staff Sgt. Michael Richmond, 90th Missile Wing CAMP GUERNSEY JOINT TRAINING CENTER, Wyo. – Convoy Response Forces (CRF) from the 90th, 91st, and 341st Missile Security Operations Squadrons – stationed at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming; Minot AFB, North Dakota; and Malmstrom AFB, Montana, respectively – participated in the annual Nuclear Convoy Course (NCC) […]
From boilers to backhoes: How 5 CES keeps Minot AFB’s heart beating
Senior Airman Kendra A. Ransum, 5th Bomb Wing Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. —Beneath the icy crust of North Dakota’s unforgiving winters, where temperatures plunge to extremes most Americans never experience, a dedicated team of Airmen and civilians work around the clock to keep a decades-old installation ready. They’re the Airmen of the […]
Honoring the Heart of Service This Mother’s Day
Motherhood and military life are two roles defined by devotion, sacrifice, and boundless strength. This Mother’s Day, we honor the extraordinary women who serve their families and their country, whether they’re on active duty, married to service members, or raising children who have answered the call to serve. These women carry both the emotional weight […]
Food Truck Season Brings Little Blue Elephant to Minot AFB
Those who have recently been to the BX may have noticed that MAFB has a new food truck! Little Blue Elephant, located just outside the Food Court, made its debut on April 23d of this year. The friendly face serving you at the lunch counter? Little Blue Elephant’s owner Ken Thedsomboon. Hailing from Bangkok, Ken […]
Quick Getaways from Minot with Allegiant
If you’re looking for a fast and budget-friendly escape from Minot, Allegiant Air may be your ticket to sunshine and savings. Allegiant Air is one of the three airlines currently operating out of Minot International Airport. While Delta and United Airlines also can be spotted in the Minot skies, Allegiant Air has become a reliable […]
North Plains Elementary Book Bliss Art Show
Dr. Amanda Capote, PhD Color, creativity, and imagination were on full display during the North Plains Elementary Book Bliss Art Show on April 17, 2025. This event featured artwork from all our students grades K-5, transforming each hallway into a book or author that inspired them. Kindergarten created work from the well known child author […]
Appreciate Our Teachers
In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, May 5th – May 9th, I share some of my thoughts on teachers: PeaceImplementing positive reinforcementencourages the good in each and every way.Applying an “attention-rich diet” producesaffection through our teachers’ play. In teaching, there’s no harsh punishmentlike spanking or cruel yell.When a teacher productively guides,students learn quite well. EncourageTeachers […]
North Dakota Students Shine in 2025 Junior Duck Stamp Art Contest
Young artists from across the state were honored in the 2025 North Dakota Junior Duck Stamp competition, with students from Bismarck, Valley City, Baldwin, and beyond taking top prizes in the annual youth art program celebrating conservation through creativity. Winners were selected in four age groups: Grades K-3, 4-6, 7-9, and 10-12, with first, second, […]
