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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Prairie Warrior Auction Accepting Donations to Support Minot AFB Squadrons
Submissions are due April 10 ahead of the April 23, 2026 live and silent auction The Minot Area Chamber EDC (MACEDC) is inviting the community to show its support for Minot Air Force Base by contributing auction items and experiences for the 39th Annual Prairie Warrior Auction, scheduled for Thursday, April 23, 2026 at the […]
MOMC Highlight: Leon Rivera, age 9
Military kid Leon Rivera is known for appreciating the simple things in life. He and his family, dad Berto, mom Amanda, little brother Felix (3), and little sister Elena (1), have lived in Minot since 2022. At first, the family didn’t love Minot, but after four years here, they have come to appreciate so many […]
Forged in the Ring: How boxing keeps a defender mission ready
Airman 1st Class Anthony Ramey, Minot Air Force Base Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — The bell rings, gloves raise, and the fight begins. For three minutes instinct and training guide every movement with precision and control. Airman 1st Class Randi Griffith is both a Tactical Response Force (TRF) member with the 91st […]
Minot’s Warm Spell Interrupted by Snow
After days of sunshine and temperatures climbing into the low 60s, many residents on Minot AFB were starting to believe spring had arrived early. Snow had melted away, patches of brown grass reappeared, and the simple sight of bare ground felt like a small victory after a long winter. Then, in true North Dakota fashion, […]
Best of Minot AFB Awards Does It Again…
Awards season is wrapping up, which means all those movie stars, TV icons, and red carpet pros can finally take a break from their fancy outfits. But don’t worry… the real awards have been happening right here at MAFB.That’s right, we’re talking about the 4th Annual Best of Minot Air Force Base Awards, hosted by […]