Part of Dakota Territory history
While on vacation, I was trying to explain to my cousin, who has lived in Iowa his entire life, that the RedRiver runs north. The more I explained it to him, the more confused he became. After explaining it another way regarding elevation, he was able to grasp on to the fact that yes, the […]
100 And Counting
I have been keeping track of the number of times I enter the Main Gate at Minot Air Force Base and receive a cheerful, warm, welcome. There really wasn’t a reason, other than one very cold day when the wind chill was double digits below zero there was a young lady who was obviously chilled […]
Air Force Leaders visit Minot AFB to advance Sentinel Modernization
5th Bomb Wing Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. —U.S. Air Force Gen. Dale R. White, Department of War direct reporting portfolio manager for critical major weapon systems, visited Minot Air Force Base, March 19–20, 2026, to assess mission requirements and ongoing preparations supporting the Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile system modernization efforts. The visit […]
April Squadron of the Month
5th Bomb Wing – Wing Staff Agencies The 5th Bomb Wing Command Team congratulates the Wing Staff Agencies on being recognized as Squadron of the Month. This organization is a true team of teams providing direct support to the wing commander and Airmen across both wings on the installation. From financial stewardship and inspection oversight […]
Annual Tenant Satisfaction Survey
The FY26 Department of the Air Force Annual Tenant Satisfaction Survey is now open and will run through May 1. This survey gives Minot Air Force Base housing and dorm residents the opportunity to provide valuable feedback that directly impacts the future of military housing. Residents have two options available to obtain and complete a […]
Minot AFB hosts Nuclear Security Operations Tactics, Techniques and Procedures rewrite
Airman 1st Class Wesley Davies, 5th Bomb Wing Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. – Airmen from across the Air Force missile wings recently collaborated on a comprehensive rewrite of Nuclear Security Operations Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTPs) at Minot Air Force Base, reinforcing the foundation of one of the nation’s most critical missions. […]
If It Weren’t For My Experience in North Dakota
“I have always said I would not have been President had it not been for my experience in North Dakota.” Theodore Roosevelt I have been “pondering” on this column for quite some time. What’s pondering? In my case it is thinking about something, but not quite concluding, so the thought goes to my back burner. […]
From Minot AFB to Chicago, Talent Takes the Stage
In a town often described as quiet and remote, a group of performers with ties to Minot Air Force Base are ready to turn up the volume, the lights, and the excitement. This April, Minot State University’s stage will come alive with Chicago, and among the cast are three members from the military community eager […]
2026 National Children’s Dental Health Month Outreach
SSgt Nicole Phillips, Certified Registered Dental Hygienist5th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron Smiles were wide at the Minot AFB Child Development Center last week, and not just on the face of Mr. Gator, the popular alligator teaching tool. Ten members of the 5th Medical Group’s Dental Clinic visited the center, along with North Plains and Dakota […]
Jarid Lundeen, New MACEDC Chair – It’s The Way I Was Built
For Jarid Lundeen, new chair of the Minot Area Chamber EDC (MACEDC) board, it’s important to remain positive. “It’s my DNA, it’s the way I was built” says Lundeen “it’s so important to go into a situation with a positive, instead of a negative, attitude. It’s just a whole lot better if you lean towards […]