Safe Rides program offers free, confidential rides for military personnel
Airman 1st Class Anthony Ramey, 5th Bomb Wing Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — The Safe Rides program, launched in March 2024, provides free and reliable transportation for military members and their dependents who may be impaired or facing potentially unsafe driving situations. Operating Thursday through Sunday from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m., […]
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 […]
Confidential Care, Lasting Impact: Inside Minot AFB’s MFLC Program
MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. – Life in the military can present a complex set of challenges, regardless of rank or career field, such as relationship management, transition to civilian or military life or financial readiness. The Military Family Readiness Center (MFRC), a program under the 5th Force Support Squadron, is a department devoted to […]
A Legacy of Valor: Growing Up in a Military Household
Airman 1st Class Wesley Davies, 5th Bomb Wing Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. —Growing up as a military child is a unique experience. From an early age, you understand your family is part of something greater than itself. When your parent is serving their country, there’s a deep pride that comes from that. […]
Capt. Knowles recognized as USSTRATCOM Company Grade Officer of the Year
Senior Airman Kendra A. Ransum, 5th Bomb Wing Public Affairs U.S. Air Force Capt. Shane Knowles, 91st Operations Support Squadron assistant director of operations and wing weapons officer, poses for a photo at the 91st Missile Wing headquarters on Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, April 23, 2025. Knowles was named U.S. Strategic Command’s Company […]
Team Minot Airmen demonstrate strategic readiness during Prairie Vigilance 25-1
Senior Airman Kendra A. Ransum, 5th Bomb Wing Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. —Airmen from the 5th Bomb Wing at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, and the 2nd Bomb Wing at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, took part in Exercise Prairie Vigilance 25-1 (PV 25-1) here. Exercise PV 25-1 is a routine […]
Baking Beyond Borders: Military Spouse, City, and Base Unite to Modernize ND Cottage Foods Law
Senior Airman Alexander Nottingham, 5th Bomb Wing Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. —On March 21, 2025, North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong signed Senate Bill 2386 into law, introducing significant amendments to the state’s Cottage Foods Act. This legislation permits home-based food producers to ship their products out of state and accept orders via […]
Gen. Bussiere Thanks Minot AFB Airmen for ‘Astounding’ Teamwork
MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. —Gen. Thomas Bussiere, commander of Air Force Global Strike Command, and Chief Master Sgt. Shawn Aiello, the command chief of AFGSC, visited Minot Air Force Base to personally thank Airmen March 27 and 28, 2025. “Thank you for your discipline, professionalism, and demonstration of your deep understanding for your mission,” […]
Bomber Barons conclude exercise Red Flag 25-2
Senior Airman Kyle Wilson, 5th Bomb Wing Public Affairs NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. —The “Bomber Barons” of the 23rd Bomb Squadron concluded exercise Red Flag 25-2 here, March 21. This iteration of the advanced aerial combat training exercise, which takes place annually at Nellis AFB, featured five B-52H Stratofortress bombers from the 23BS. The […]
National Children’s Dental Health Month Outreach
Captain Ethan Slater, General Dentist, 5th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron On Thursday, February 20th, 2025, 12 members from the 5th Medical Group’s Dental Clinic spent the day at the Minot AFB Child Development Center and North Plains Elementary School. During this time, approximately 200 children were taught the importance of daily oral hygiene and healthy […]
