How Military Communities Become Family
In military communities, neighbors are often much more than the people living in the house next door. They can become trusted friends, an extra set of eyes on the neighborhood and over time even family. Military life has a way of bringing people together. Families arrive at new duty stations knowing they may only be […]
The Return of Paper, Pencils and Early Mornings
There is something about the start of the 2026-2027 new school year that feels a little bittersweet. The backpacks are packed the night before the start of the week on August 18th. The school supplies are bought months prior, the new shoes are tied just before heading out the door around 8:00 am, and suddenly […]
Minot finance Airmen test wartime skills during Exercise Prairie Gold
Senior Airman Kendra Ransum, 5th Bomb Wing Public AffairsMINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. —Airmen assigned to the 5th Comptroller Squadron tested their ability to provide financial support in a simulated deployed environment during Exercise Prairie Gold, held at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, Aug. 10-12, 2026.“With things happening in the world, this was a […]
5th Bomb Wing Changes Command
Col. Burrell Takes Command Col. John E. Burrell is no stranger to Minot Air Force Base, and his return to command the 5th Bomb Wing brings together years of local experience, deployment perspective, and a deep appreciation for the base’s relationship with the Minot community. No Stranger to Minot Air Force BaseCol. John E. Burrell […]
Taking the Reins of the 91st
Col. Chapman Returns Col. George Chapman has returned to Minot Air Force Base as commander of the 91st Missile Wing, bringing with him a leadership philosophy centered on opportunity, teamwork, and the Airmen who make the mission possible. After serving as deputy commander of the 91st Missile Wing and later as deputy commander of the […]
Knighthawk Airmen Spotlight
SSgt Alex Kulac SSgt Alex Kulac, an Avionics Craftsman who recently earned his qualification as a Dedicated Crew Chief for B-52H A0028 “The Tired Eagle.” Whether he’s on the flightline or at the hockey rink, SSgt Kulac is always ready to give his best. Originally arriving at Minot nearly 11 years ago, SSgt Kulac has […]
The back to school feeling never leaves
I remember being particularly nostalgic my senior year of college. As I sorted through my school supplies and prepared to complete academic journey, I remember thinking, It sure is going to feel weird next year when back-to-school is no longer a thing for me. August meant the smell of fresh paper, meticulously choosing new pens, […]
And Your Assumption Would Be Incorrect
Those Lasting Words Of WisdomI can’t really remember the exact day that my Dad imparted a few words of wisdom to me, but as I remember it went something like this: Did you assume that I would not notice that the car was not parked where it normally is in the driveway? To which I […]
Back to school, a blessing or a curse?
Our grandchildren stayed with us for the past three weeks and the morning they were preparing to leave, I was sitting on the porch with my 14-year-old granddaughter talking about how the summer went. I asked her if she’s ready to go back to school and she told me she’s been bored most of the […]
Local Resources to Support Student Literacy
Literacy is important. It is the foundation of all other learning. To facilitate reading, writing, and communication skills, I have compiled a list of six resources (not all inclusive) for our military-connected students: 1. United Through Reading This is an organization that offers literacy and of parent connection during deployment, providing free books to military […]