A Musical Education in the Magic City
“I would teach children music, physics, and philosophy; but most importantly music, for the patterns in music and all the arts are the keys to understanding the universe.” These immortal words attributed to Socrates in Plato’s Republic sound less like those of an ancient sage and more like someone who is up to date on […]
Crafting Memories: The Atypical Geodome Experience
“In a hole in the ground there lived a hobbit. Not a nasty, dirty, wet hole, filled with the ends of worms and an oozy smell, nor yet a dry, bare, sandy hole with nothing in it to sit down on or to eat: it was a hobbit-hole, and that means comfort.” So began J.R.R. […]
El Mercadito: Minot’s New Latin Market Fulfills the Need for Authentic Products
El Mercadito Minot, a new grocery store, has opened in the heart of the Magic City, offering a wide variety of Latin and Central American products to the local community. “The Little Market,” the store aims to fill a gap and provide an authentic shopping experience for those looking for familiar foods and ingredients from […]
FCC Provider of the Month
Linda Rodriguez What do you enjoy most about being an FCC Provider?I enjoy the creativity that comes with being an FCC provider, seeing the children’s faces light up when they learn something new is rewarding. What are your interests/hobbies?Staying busy outside of work with various activities and projects, but my absolute favorite thing to do […]
Navigating the Winter Months of the School Year: A Guide for K-12Parents and Students- Part 1
Happy New Year! The winter months of the school year can feel long and challenging. From shorter days, colder weather, and the impact of holiday breaks, keeping a regular flow in schedule can be tough for both parents and students. However, with the right strategies, you can make it through this season successfully. Here are […]
Minot AFB PA Specialist joins Joint Task Force-National Capital Region in support of the 60th Presidential Inauguration
WASHINGTON – U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Alex Nottingham, a native of Fort Worth, Texas, recently joined the Joint Task Force-National Capital Region (JTF-NCR), which is preparing to support the 60th Presidential Inauguration, Jan. 20, 2025.Nottingham is one of more than 800 service members assigned to JTF-NCR, a joint service command charged with executing all […]
Building Memories: Gingerbread Decorating at Edgewood Living
On 21 December, in the midst of the final push towards Christmas, the spouses of the 91st Security Forces Group hosted a gingerbread village making event for the Edgewood Senior Living Community in Southwest Minot. An opportunity for music, snacks, fellowship, and fun, it was the first event of its kind put on by 91st […]
January Squadron of the Month: True North
The 5th Bomb Wing Command Team is pleased to congratulate and recognize True North on being selected as January’s s Squadron of the Month. True North is a multi-disciplinary team of professionals that are embedded in numerous squadrons/groups across the installation. Embedded True North team members become part of their unit’s team and work alongside […]
Sharing the Gift of Love: A Military Adoption Story
The many unknowns of military life often present unique challenges for families trying to plan their future, despite a lack of stability. Family planning through adoption and foster care can be challenging to begin with. But while these unique ways of growing one’s family may seem out of reach for those who move every few […]
Shirts Help Holidays Wishes Come True
First Sergeants, commonly referred to as Shirts, take on many roles, often behind the scenes. During the holidays, the base Shirts take on even more by ensuring Airmen and their families have a little bit of extra support, and presents too! Their annual Holiday Wishing Tree Program served over seven dozen base kids this year! […]
