Volunteers Prepare Veterans’ Remembrance
Local volunteers from the Civil Air Patrol, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and other community members prepared graves in Rosehill Memorial Park Cemetery on Saturday, October 19 for this year’s Wreaths Across America placement. Less than half of the 1,000 veterans’ graves were set with free-standing tombstones, requiring the remainder to have wreath-hanging crosses staked into […]
DOD Seeks to Inspire Youth in Hypersonics Career Field
The Defense Department is sponsoring a Hypersonics Horizon High Speed Video challenge, open to high school and undergraduate students, with cash prizes. “The Hypersonics Horizons High Speed Video Challenge is integral to building an enduring advantage by investing in the workforce of tomorrow,” said Aprille Ericsson, the assistant secretary of defense for science and technology. […]
Even When You’re Not There…Make Your Vote Count!
It cannot be said enough. Voting is important in the United States. Voting local, state, and nationwide elections allows our democratic nation to choose our government leaders by ensuring that everyone, including military members, gets a vote on who leads our states and ultimately who becomes the new Commander in Chief. A federal law, the […]
Sertoma’s Annual Christmas Light Displays Return to Oak Park November 29!
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Minot Sertoma Club’s Christmas in the Park returns for the holiday season opening on Friday, November 29 thLocated in Minot’s Oak Park, the displays are open nightly through Tuesday, December 31st. Hours are 5:30p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and until 10:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. […]
91 SFG ‘Trunk or Treat’ is Back After 2023’s Snow Cancellation
The 91st Security Forces Group and 5th Security Forces Squadron will be teaming up to host their annual Trunk or Treat this year on Wednesday October 30th from 5-8PM. For newcomers to Minot AFB, the 91 SFG has been putting on this event since 2017. The event even found ways to continue during the Covid […]
“Service to Others Doesn’t End When the Uniform Comes Off”
Retired Command Chief of Air Force Global Strike Command, Melvina A. Smith is no stranger to Minot Air Force Base having made numerous visits during her tenure with Air Force Global Strike Command. Her engagements ranged from mission support visits to leadership development courses, highlighting her commitment to the base and its personnel. Recently, she […]
Esprit de Corps: Intramural Sports Build Camaraderie
The seasons are getting ready to change at Minot Air Force Base, and not just the weather. One intramural sports season – flag football – is winding down and a new one – indoor/outdoor soccer – is getting ready to begin. “The United States Military has a rich history of Intramural Sports going back to […]
The Army Keeps Rolling Along
One of my first clear memories is marching in step behind my dad singing my favorite Army cadence “Captain Jack”. I was dressed in Army mini me PT gear and my mom was filming on a camcorder from the corner. From the age of three and a half, I knew what my dad did and […]
Made in North Dakota Showcase
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] In 1997, Minot held its first Pride of Dakota showcase, and it has been an annual event ever since. Pride of Dakota provides local business owners with the business development resources and marketing opportunities they need to achieve success.It all started in 1985 when the former Commissioner of […]
A Winery in the Heart of the City
It has been said that wine and fellowship are the perfect pairing. The act of sharing a glass of wine can deepen bonds and create lasting memories. Add an intimate and welcoming environment and a business owner with a strong passion for wine making and you have a winning combination. That is exactly what I […]
