Confidential Care, Lasting Impact: Inside Minot AFB’s MFLC Program
MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. – Life in the military can present a complex set of challenges, regardless of rank or career field, such as relationship management, transition to civilian or military life or financial readiness. The Military Family Readiness Center (MFRC), a program under the 5th Force Support Squadron, is a department devoted to […]
Historically quirky North Dakota
Despite our state being only 136 years old, we all know there is plenty of history that happened during those years. Military history, the building of the railroads, cities springing up on the steel rail, massive cattle ranches and bonanza farms are all part of it. There’s also the lesser-known history that most of us […]
The Glass Is Half Full
Whether your passion is hiking, biking, camping, swimming, kayaking or just plain hanging…around on a beach, take some time and fill the glass to overfull with exciting hour long, or day long events. Best Kept Secrets- Small Towns, Big Events:There are so many small communities in North Dakota that host world class events. We have […]
The Spring Shift
Last week, I began clearing things out of my garage to clean and sell on Facebook Marketplace. This is part of my spring-and-fall routine: pull out the large toys—bikes, scooters, strollers, and all manner of plastic monstrosities we’ve accumulated over the previous season. Then I audit. What don’t we use? What are the boys too […]
FCC Provider of the Month – May
What do you enjoy most about being an FCC Provider?I enjoy being able to spend quality time with my own child as well as being able to provide a safe and loving environment for military families to send their children to. What are your interests/hobbies?I love having family time with my husband, one year old […]
A Lifetime of Pottery: Local Collector’s Treasures Now on Display at Pioneer Village
The Pioneer Village Museum in Burlington, ND, just got a little more colorful—thanks to a generous donation from longtime pottery collector Joyce Elaine Carlson Young.Joyce, who was born in McLeod, ND, in 1935, spent most of her life gathering beautiful pottery, especially pieces from the famous Rosemeade factory once located in Wahpeton. What started as […]
Welcome Home Heroes
“It was absolutely amazing” according to Western Honor Flight board member Jim Weaver. “It was a pretty good show” added banquet Emcee and Western Honor Flight board member George Masters. “I couldn’t believe the number of people that packed the airport” said Minot Mayor and Task Force 21 member Mark Jantzer. They were all talking […]
May Squadron of the Month: 5th Logistics Readiness Squadron
The 5th Bomb Wing Command team would like to congratulate the 5th Logistics Readiness Squadron on being selected as April’s Squadron of the Month. The 5th Logistics Readiness Squadron oversees five flights in 11 facilities executing a full range of logistics support for two wings. The 400 LRS Airmen deliver full spectrum logistics support to […]
A Legacy of Valor: Growing Up in a Military Household
Airman 1st Class Wesley Davies, 5th Bomb Wing Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. —Growing up as a military child is a unique experience. From an early age, you understand your family is part of something greater than itself. When your parent is serving their country, there’s a deep pride that comes from that. […]
PCS Season is Here: What That Means for Your PPM
It’s about to be peak PCS season here in Minot. That time between May 15 and August 31 when the majority of military moves take place. What does this mean in light of the new Global Household Goods Contract (GHC)? Many at Team Minot may be relieved to hear, not very much has really changed […]
