Talk to Grandma
I’ve known I had to write about this for quite some time but couldn’t really settle on a way to approach it.Delay. Delay. Delay. Finally, I came to the realization that was precisely the crux of the entire matter. As Nike says, just do it.I know what you are thinking – this kooky writer is […]
Take the quiz…
It’s no secret that students coming out of our high schools lack knowledge of history and geography.Is it poorly taught, does the curriculum matter to school boards, maybe students themselves just don’t like it, or is there some other reason not publicly known.Regardless, we often lack this knowledge and when we become adults and move […]
Agile Combat Employment teaches Minot Civil Engineering Airmen survival skills
MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — On June 15, 2023, Airmen from the 5th Civil Engineering Squadron participated in a unique training concept, transitioning from computer-based training to a 12-hour hands-on, outdoor classroom environment. They learned lifesaving capabilities such as finding food, water, and shelter in the wilderness. “These are life skills that can be […]
U.S.-Indonesia Air Forces Hold First Bomber Landing Joint Exercise
U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Indonesia — In a historic first, two U.S. B-52 bombers landed in Indonesia on June 19 to execute training exercises with Indonesian Airforce (TNI-AU) F-16 aircraft. The landing at Kualanamu airport in Medan and subsequent operations mark the first time U.S. B-52s have operated from Indonesia. The aircraft, from the […]
Hemp, CBD, THC8, THC9, and Marijuana
The possession, distribution, and/or ingestion of hemp products, cannabidiol (CBD), delta-8-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC8), delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC9), and marijuana are illegal in the military and are cause for discharge from the United States Air Force. Use of these substances is preventable and has real consequences. This article focuses on THC8 and THC9 and is intended to provide transparency […]
Is The Glass Half Full, Or Half Empty
Nope, not talking about the difference between an optimist and a pessimist. Instead, let’s look at summer, 2023. We just passed July 4th, and I have heard many times that the summer is half over, it all goes downhill from here.So, let’s just talk a bit, optimistically, about all the good things that are left […]
Boat Dogs
If everyone discovered the benefits of fishing, there would be a shortage of fishing rods. I read that somewhere, or something very close to it. Fishing is fun, to be sure, especially when the fish cooperate, but there’s so much more to it. First and foremost is that thinking about general troubles and difficulties in […]
An obscure staffing shortage…
In last week’s article we discussed how shortages in the trades are making it difficult for businesses to carry out good customer service. But it isn’t just with electricians, plumbers and carpenters. Just about every industry; wholesale, retail, government, schools and military all have shortages in personnel. It’s even hard to find enough baseball coaches […]
Minot Airmen strengthen bonds with Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. —Through Task Force True North’s Warrior program, 115 Team Minot Airmen come together three times weekly to train in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Instead of other martial arts that feature striking, Jiu Jitsu takes place on the ground and utilizes chokes, grabs, grapples, and locks. They say it has changed their […]
90 MW Celebrates Change of Command
F.E WARREN AIR FORCE BASE, Wyo. – — The Mighty Ninety came together to celebrate the change of command from Col. Catherine Barrington, outgoing 90th Missile Wing commander, and Col. Johnny Galbert, incoming 90 MW commander, during a ceremony at the Argonne Parade Field on F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, June 22, 2023. Barrington […]