Welcome Back DakRats!

Whether you love them or hate them, it looks like the Richardson Ground Squirrels, more commonly known as DakRats, are here to stay. Not to be confused with the much larger Prairie Dog, DakRats are much smaller in size reaching only seven to nine inches in length. Their arrival on Minot AFB this spring has […]

Syber-Sentinels Compete in Grand Forks

Bryleigh McBride, Syber-Sentinels My name is Bryleigh McBride. As a first-year member of our rookie First Robotics team, Syber- Sentinels 10173, my recent trip to Grand Forks was an incredible learning experience that allowed me to grow both personally and academically. I was fortunate enough to serve in a variety of roles — from media […]

Bishop Ryan Catholic School Third Quarter Honor Roll

Highest Honors (3.667-4.000+) SENIORS: Emma Brandt, Conner Brintnell, Tyler Burns, Leah Charley, Teagan Coonrod, Rylie Deeter, Olivia Demars, Violet Demars, Boden Erck, Clay Fegley, Eva Hernandez, Cambrie Johannes, Alena Johannsen, Ruby Lormejuste, Jett Lundeen, Taylor Lundeen, Lilly McGough, Margaret O’Riley, Jace Schwan, Macksen Shean, Autumn Steckler, Ramsey Walz, Riley Weeks, Drew Zwak JUNIORS: Mia Braunberger, […]

Thank you, Minot AFB!

It has been a pleasure to serve you over as the School Liaison Program Manager of Minot Air Force Base. As “Guardians of the Upper Realm” and “Poised for Peace”, the mission of Minot Air Force Base remains crucial in the security of our great nation. With this in mind, supporting our military connected students […]

Month of the Military Child: North Dakota and Minot Air Force Base

“April is the perfect month to usher in Spring but it is also a great time to “Purple Up” for military connected students! The Month of the Military Child (MOMC) is celebrated in April and is a time to show our support for military connected students across the United States and also abroad. In North […]

MOMC Highlight: The Aguilera Girls

April marks the Month of the Military Child. It is a time to celebrate and acknowledge the resilience, sacrifices, and unique experiences of children in military families. For the Aguilera kids, military life is a part of their everyday reality, shaping their lives in both challenging and rewarding ways. Zafirah Aguilera, 16:At 16 years old, […]

Winners Revealed for Best Of!

The Minot AFB Best of Awards 2025 winners have been chosen by you, the MAFB community! Your votes helped recognize the best spots on and off base, showcasing the incredible places that make life here special. This is a testament to the strong, connected community we have at Minot AFB and the positive impact we […]

“Be the Cause of Art” Gala: A Season of Celebration and Creativity

The “Be the Cause of Art” Gala and Art Auction, now in its second year, is a heartwarming event that brings together the Magic City’s art enthusiasts, philanthropists, business leaders, and community members. All share one important mission: to support those affected by Parkinson’s disease and mental health challenges. This special evening not only celebrates […]

Gotta Have Something To Get Up For In The Morning

Larry Linrud Brings Another Plane Back To Life… This isn’t the first time I have featured my brother-in-law, Larry Linrud in publications that I write for, but according to Larry, it may be the last. His project right now is a 1929 WACO Taperwing, not built for any specific task, but used for a “little […]