Celebrating flight at North Dakota’s air museums and attractions
It’s National Aviation History Month and North Dakota has many ways to celebrate. Take time to explore our stories and displays about North Dakota’s past, present and future in the air and beyond. North Dakota is destined to be a player in the future of space travel and airborne services. Already a leader in unmanned […]
91 MW First Reserve Alert
MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — For the first time ever on Oct. 26, 2019, a reserve Airman completed a 24 hour “alert” at a Missile Alert Facility after 60 years of using Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles in the U.S. Air Force. Captain Ben Shea, 91st Operations Support Squadron minuteman combat crew commander, was called into […]
The Taube Museum of Art
“Lobotomy” and “Preserving History” On Display Lino and Jamie Azevedo (MINOT, ND) The Taube Museum of Art is delighted to have Lino and Jamie Azevedo share their work on our walls this month. Lino Azevedo grew up in San Francisco and is currently pursuing a lifelong love for art and helping others do the same. […]
AFGSC welcomes new deputy commander
BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — Air Force Global Strike Command welcomed Lt. Gen. Anthony Cotton as the new deputy commander of Air Force Global Strike Command and Air Forces Strategic-Air, U.S. Strategic Command, Oct. 28. Air Force Global Strike Command is responsible for providing strategic deterrence, global strike capability and combat support to USSTRATCOM […]
Brass Band of Minot Presents “Brass Celebration”
The Brass Band of Minot is celebrating the coming season with a concert titled “Brass Celebration” at 4:00 PM on Sunday, November 10th at MSU’s Ann Nicole Nelson Hall. The band is the only British-style brass band in North Dakota and is directed by Gordon Troxel and consists of brass and percussion players of a […]
Barrett publicly sworn in as secretary of the Air Force
ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) — Barbara M. Barrett was publicly sworn in Nov. 2 as the 25th Secretary of the Air Force at the symbolically potent U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, Colorado, using the high-profile location to salute the service’s history and potential as it positions itself to meet future challenges. David Norquist, deputy secretary […]
Global Strike this past week: Capability, professionalism and boldness
BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — The men and women of Air Force Global Strike Command have not only had a busy week, but have repeatedly showcased the importance of rapid deployment to conduct combat operations. During the past week, AFGSC, in coordination with U.S. Strategic Command, U.S. European Command and U.S. Central Command, executed […]
‘Innovation Engine’ drives Air Force innovation process
BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — Air Force Global Strike Command’s chief scientist introduced “Innovation Engine,” Nov 1., which is a new process that will reorient, reinvent and reimagine the AFGSC innovation process. Innovation Engine focuses on creating a margin in the command’s processes and procedures, thus building space to empower Airmen to find innovative […]
Becoming a New Father While You’re Deployed
Don’t let the stress of deployment spoil the bliss you feel as an expectant father. Even if you won’t be there for the delivery, you can still experience the joys of new fatherhood. Planning for your baby’s birth Reduce pre-deployment stress by helping your partner prepare for the baby’s arrival. Here’s how to get started: […]
Minot Air Force Base Notice
MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, North Dakota. — It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Staff Sgt. Jack T. LaFollette (Active Duty), 91st Missile Maintenance Squadron, Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota. 2d Lt. Joshua S. Widick, (205) 936-7929, has been appointed the Summary Court Officer. All claims for or against the […]
