Minot Defender trades firearms for keyboards
Air Force Global Strike Command welcomed a security forces Airman as a member of their newest class of the Striker Airman Coders program at the Cyber Innovation Center in Bossier City, Louisiana. This new classmate is Staff Sgt. Chanel Jones, assistant non-commissioned officer in charge of Security Forces Training within the 791st Missile Security Forces […]
U.S. Strategic Command to Commence Exercise Global Thunder 25
U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) will commence its annual nuclear command and control exercise, Global Thunder, October 18, 2024. Global Thunder 25 (GT25) involves personnel throughout the strategic enterprise, including USSTRATCOM components and subordinate units. The purpose of GT25 is to enhance nuclear readiness and ensure a safe, secure, and effective strategic deterrent force. This is […]
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. […]
“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 […]
Operation Cerberus fortifies 891st MSFS capabilities
MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — The 891st Missile Security Forces Squadron (MSFS) conducted Operation Cerberus at Camp Ripley, Minnesota, Sept. 21-26. Operation Cerberus replicated a deployed environment and gave Airmen of the 891 MSFS a chance to enhance their teamwork and expeditionary skills. “We’ve got over 200 people here for four full days of […]
Proving Credibility: 91st Missile Wing completes simulated test launch
MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. —The 91st Missile Wing successfully performed its biennial Simulated Electronic Launch Minuteman test, the first phase of testing for the Minuteman III, at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota on September 17th and 18th, 2024. “This year’s SELM, named OPERATION GIANT PACE 24-2M, was conducted to evaluate the readiness and […]
Sentinels Celebrate First Homecoming
Special Delivery Game Ball Arrives Courtesy of 54th Helo Squadron The evening was almost perfect for a first ever homecoming game. Minot North High School, the Sentinels, in their home blue uniforms were warming up prior to taking the field against the St. Mary’s Saints from Bismarck. The parking lots around the stadium were packed […]
Minot Task Force 21 Examines Modernization and National Challenges at Nuclear Triad Symposium in Washington, D.C.
The Minot Area Chamber EDC (MACEDC) hosted the 13th Annual Task Force 21 Nuclear Triad Symposium on September 20 at the Capitol Hill Club in Washington, D.C., drawing nearly 200 attendees, including military officers, defense experts, department of defense contractors, ambassadors, and government officials. The event centered on the importance of nuclear modernization and deterrence […]
North Dakota MRC: Always Ready to Help
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] During an emergency, the North Dakota Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) helps those in need in their community or anywhere in the country. According to Duane Ell, Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) Volunteer Coordinator/Training Coordinator, “The MRC allows individuals to be part of a group of individuals during an […]
Two Minot Airmen participate in Ranger Assessment Course
Two Airmen from Minot AFB, ND, Senior Airman William Angelou from the 91 Security Forces Squadron and Airman First Class Calvin Kirk from the 5th Force Support Squadron just returned from the Ranger Assessment Course, more commonly known as RAC. According to one article published in the Military Times, author Technical Sergeant Hailey Haux says, […]
