Through the Lens: Military Spouses on Minot AFB Capture Life, One Image at a Time
Life on a military base often moves at a whirlwind pace: deployments, returns, promotions, and permanent changes of station (PCS). But amidst the ever-changing rhythm of service life, a quiet community of photographers on Minot Air Force Base is helping families pause, reflect, and preserve moments that might otherwise slip away. Many of these photographers […]
An Awesome Experience Y Camp Fun for “Three Amigos”
It’s about a 6 hour drive from Williston to West Fargo, pretty much a journey from the west side to the east side of the state. Located somewhere in the middle, just west of Garrison, North Dakota is the Triangle Y camp. Taking a twist from a fairy tale type story, Addely lives in West […]
Ground Squirrel Chic: Minot AFB’s Latest Trend?
What does a figurine of a Richardson Ground Squirrel astride a missile, a t-shirt featuring three dakrats gazing at the moon, and a vinyl sticker of a dakrat looking unbothered near a pile of cash have in common? They are all part of a line of products being created by MAFB’s many entrepreneurs to acknowledge […]
Rocksy the Rock Snake: Stirring Up Stone-Cold Fun in Housing
It was a bright and windy summer day in northwest North Dakota when a glimmering green stripe slithered its way onto Minot AFB. Was it a nuanced garter snake? A DakRat in disguise, playing one more trick on the local residents? No. It was something far less annoying and way more fun (and less harmful […]
International Music Camp-More Than Music
Nestled in the heart of the International Peace Garden between North Dakota and Manitoba, the International Music Camp (IMC) is more than just a summer destination; it’s a transformative experience that fuses music, personal growth, and international friendship into one unforgettable week. Since its founding in 1956, IMC has offered thousands of young artists the […]
91st Missile Wing performs Bully Vigilance 25-1 exercise
Airman 1st Class Anthony Ramey 5th Bomb Wing Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — From July 9 -17, 2025, Airmen from the 91st Missile Wing put their skills to the test during Bully Vigilance 25-1, a Full Mission Profile (FMP) exercise held in conjunction with an inspector general-led evaluation. The FMP, a […]
Fresh from the Prairie: The CSA Redefining Farm-to-Table in Minot
In Minot, a bag of locally sourced foods is doing more than feeding families — it’s fueling a movement. Residents of the Magic City have lots of opportunities to shop local this time of year to include the Minot and North Prairie Farmers Markets, Angelic Gardens, and Mema’s Meats in Berthold. Newer as of 2023 […]
Curb Alerts and PCS: The Hidden Trail of Stuff Left Behind by Military Families
With every move a military family makes, something gets left behind. Sometimes it’s friendships that feel more like family. Other times, it’s the comfort of a familiar neighborhood or the stability of a job or squadron that has helped them grow personally and professionally. But beyond the emotional and professional ties, there’s another constant in […]
Minot’s Open-Air Living Room
Hope Anderson Last week, I was fortunate enough to get a little peek at the new Citizens Alley in Downtown Minot. Located just off Central Avenue and 1st Street SE, it’s tucked between the old Soo Line FreightHouse and the 1st & Central Building. This area holds a special place in my heart because in […]
Minot AFB expands resilience with HOPE Spiritual Fitness Initiative
Senior Airman Kendra A. Ransum, Minot Air Force Base Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. —Minot Air Force Base continues to grow its focus on whole-person wellness through the implementation of the Air Force’s HOPE Spiritual Fitness Initiative—an effort aimed at empowering Airmen and Guardians across all ranks with tools to build spiritual resilience, […]