Magic City Discovery Center Accepting Application for their 2025 Kid Ambassadors!
The Magic City Discovery Center is calling on the creative young minds of Minot to apply for a spot as one of our Kid Ambassadors! Open to children ages 8 to 12, this unique role offers an exciting opportunity for kids who are passionate about creativity and excited to inspire others! Applicants will have to […]
Minot Defender wins Federally Employed Women’s 2024 Meritorious Service Award
MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Christina Lee, recipient of the Federally Employed Women’s (FEW) 2024 Meritorious Service Award, poses for a portrait at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, August 23, 2024. The FEW Military Meritorious Award Program recognizes a maximum of six exceptional military service members; one for […]
Taking The Game To New Heights
MINOT, N.D. – A very productive day on the ground highlighted the Minot State Beavers win over Valley City State, as they kicked off the 2024 season at home on “Defend the Herb” night on August 29, 2024.Minot Air Force Base, 5th Bomb Wing commander Jesse Lamarand provided a one of a kind game ball […]
Chief Wayne Sharp
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] I Was Hoping To Get Back Here “I like it here, I respect the mission, you can impact people in a different way and it’s more in my comfort zone, anyway” says Chief Wayne Sharp now Command Chief of the 5th Bomb Wing, as he talks about his […]
MPL Makerspace: Making Your Designs a Reality!
Explore your creative, technological mind by using your imagination and the Minot Public Library’s (MPL) Makerspace to make your designs become reality. The Makerspace is an area with four computers with large monitors and four new iPads with stands and styluses and is located behind the stairs near the Adult Audio Books but opens a […]
A Festival in the Heart of the City
Fall is right around the corner and with it comes cozy sweaters, warm beverages, and most of all Festival on Main. This event takes place on September 14 in Downtown Minot and it is a can’t miss time of family fun. If you want that feeling of a Hallmark movie, you will get it at […]
Your Beginning Doesn’t Define Your Ending: Lessons in Leadership from Our Nation’s First Female Command Chief
Melvina “Mel” Smith is an exceptional leader whose journey motivates others to create their own paths to success. Hailing from the inner city of Chicago, Smith is a testament to the idea that one’s beginnings do not dictate their future. With a wealth of military experience spanning over thirty years, she has thrived in various […]
Minot AFB Schools Winter Busing: Busing Forms
As we prepare to enter into the autumn season, winter is on the minds of many. Winter may even show up in autumn. If so, we are prepared to ensure our military connected students are transported safely to and from school. Students that attend Dakota Elementary, North Plains Elementary, and Memorial Middle School receive busing […]
Mouse River Players Season Opener: Steel Magnolias
Mouse River Players Community Theatre opens its 53rd season with “Steel Magnolias,” by Robert Harling. “Steel Magnolias” is a breath of sweet friendship between a group of women tied together by life. Magnolias represents the fragile flower of Southern women; steel refers to their strength to carry on when life hits rough spots. The story […]
The First Ladies of Minot AFB
The Wing Command Spouse at any base has likely been a mil spouse for decades. They have been privy to many of the perks and downfalls of the military family lifestyle. They’ve been through a lot and have a lot of wisdom to share. Minot AFB is blessed to have not ONE, but TWO Wing […]
