Better Late….Congratulations to 742nd Missile Squadron
Note: The Rough Rider Ops Competition took place in October of 2025, however, due to the federal government shutdown an embargo was placed on all news stories generated from facilities like Minot Air Force Base. What that meant was that the Rough Rider Ops Competition results and photos could not be featured in the Northern […]
From Airman Basic to Colonel: Richard Morrison’s Journey of Service
Colonel Richard Morrison’s Air Force career is a rare and powerful example of dedication, resilience, and leadership rooted in experience at every level of service. From his beginnings as an Airman Basic to his recent promotion to Colonel, Morrison’s path reflects more than three decades of commitment to mission, people, and the Air Force core […]
Honoring the Honorary Commanders That Is
Mayor Mark Jantzer recollects that he and Bruce Christianson, long time Task Force 21 members and active military supporters, became Honorary Commanders in 1987-1988. “I think I was the Honorary Commander for the supply Squadron” says Mayor Jantzer. Mark McDonald and I have been teamed as Honorary Commanders for over 4 years. The relationship between […]
Tax Guidance for Minot AFB Families
Minot AFB Legal Office Although the Minot Legal Office does not provide tax advice or preparation services, there are several free tax filing resources available to service members and their families. Military One Source is backed by the Department of War and made exclusively for the military community. Their MilTax program is free for service […]
Commissary CLICK2GO on the GO! grocery delivery coming soon to Minot AFB
Kevin Robinson, Defense Commissary Agency FORT LEE, Va. – Commissary CLICK2GO® on the GO! delivery is officially transitioning from pilot to deployment as the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) prepares to roll out the service to 70 stores in mid- to late January, providing additional benefits to service members, their families, and eligible civilians and veterans. […]
5th Bomb Wing Wraps Up a Busy 2025
Col John Burrell commander of the 5th Operations Group at Minot Air Force Base was the featured speaker at the January meeting of the Jones Chapter 135 Air and Space Forces Association meeting.Col Burrell outlined the activities of the 23rd and 69th Bomb Squadrons, which affects the 5th Operations Group activities, too. “There were a […]
2026 National Civics Bee® Essay Application Portal Now Open for North Dakota Middle Schoolers
Calling all middle school students to share their ideas, showcase their civics knowledge, engage in their communities, and compete for prizes and recognition. Minot Area Chamber EDC Minot, N.D. – The Minot Area Chamber EDC invites middle school students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade from public, private, and home schools in and around Minot […]
Inside the Mind of Minot United Hockey: A Look at the Slind Family
As Minot United Hockey skates through another competitive season, the drive and support behind its players go far beyond goals and assists. Let us look into one of the families of the team. For Landin and Maddin Slind, two of the sport’s dedicated forwards, hockey isn’t just a game, it’s a rhythm that shapes their […]
Minot United and Minot North Athletics: A Week of Grit, Growth, and Competition
It’s been a week of highs, lows, and everything in between for Minot United and Minot North athletics, with every team showing heart, hustle, and determination. The Minot United Boys Hockey varsity team hit a bump in WDA play, suffering their first loss of the season in a hard-fought 3-2 battle against Legacy three days […]
Grit on the Mats: Minot United Wrestles Through Fargo And Bismarck
Fatimzahra Elbouab, age 16 The 19th annual Rumble on the Red Wrestling Championship is a three-day event hosted at the Fargodome in Fargo, North Dakota. Nearly 2,000 varsity and JV wrestlers, along with more than 1,200 youth wrestlers from over 50 youth dual teams, compete over the course of the tournament. With 24 mats running […]