Pen pals 50 years on…
March 30, 1975 was not only Easter Sunday, but was a day that would resonate with two people for more than 50 years. On that Easter Sunday an American teenager wrote a letter to an Australian girl. Forward 50 years and they remain close through email and regular Zoom calls. I was 16 at the […]
Starting To Hear That Word!
PCS…Permanent Change of Station. Some of my Airmen friends say PCS with a smile because they are happy with their new station, others are not happy at all, having grown fond of Minot Air Force Base and Minot. It could be because their kids have enjoyed going to school in Minot, it could be because […]
The Knighthawks Winning Is Awesome
Commander of 69th Bomb Squadron Talks About Their Award It was a fitting end to what was a year of change and adaptation for the 69th Bomb Squadron. It also seemed to come at the perfect time as the Knighthawks returned from their 6 week Bomber Task Force deployment to RAF Fairford, BTF 25-2. Lt. […]
A Sweet Start at Minot: Spouses Giving Back
For many new Airmen, arriving at their first duty station can feel both exciting and overwhelming. To help ease that transition, Minot Air Force Base offers the First Term Enlisted Course (FTEC) which is a 40-hour course designed to reinforce key lessons from Basic Military and Technical Training and assist Airmen in adjusting to their […]
Making the Most of Rainy Days in Base Housing
For nearly five years, Lisa Hermosillo and her family have embraced a special springtime tradition on Minot AFB, celebrating the rain and the puddles that come with it. “It’s become somewhat of a tradition for us every spring,” Lisa shared. “We have a love of puddles and the rain. This is such a fun and […]
38th Annual Prairie Warrior Auction set for April 24
Minot Area Chamber EDC (MACEDC) Minot Area Chamber EDC (MACEDC) is getting geared up for the 38th Annual Prairie Warrior Auction on April 24, 2025, at the North Dakota State Fair Center Magic Place as plans are in place and donations are rolling in. The public is invited to an evening of food, fun, and […]
From Veteran to Ambassador: George Masters Champions Honor Flight in Minot
Lisa Holmes, The Heart of Minot Entrepreneur, classic car enthusiast, and Honored Veteran, George Masters, began his military career at Minot Air Force Base in 1972, and had “the privilege” of being an invited guest on the acclaimed Honor Flight in 2023 that flew out of Bismarck. In 2025 the Honor Flight will depart from […]
MOMC Highlight: Hadley Dawn Pitman
Meet Hadley Dawn Pitman, a bright and bubbly eight-year-old with a big heart and a story many military children can relate to. Hadley is the oldest of two, with her little brother Liam Pitman who is two years old. With just eight years under her belt, Hadley has already experienced a lifestyle full of movement, […]
Minot North Spring Sports: Soccer, Baseball & Softball Underway!
Bryleigh McBride, Freshman | Minot North High School The spring season has kicked off in a big way at Minot North, and as a brand new school with growing teams, everything we do this year is history in the making. From home runs and wins and the tough losses and learning moments, every athlete is […]
Continuing to Serve
As Minot Air Force Base’s new School Liaison Program Manager, it is such an honor to serve our military-connected students from all branches within and around Minot, North Dakota. I hope that I may bring love, laughter, and light to this program—putting my own spin on all tasks, lifting up those with whom I have […]
