Build Big Ideas in the Building Gallery
Magic City Discovery Center What do skyscrapers, dinosaur skeletons, bridges, and bird nests have in common? They’re all examples of building, and kids can explore every version of it inside the Building Gallery at Magic City Discovery Center.The Building Gallery is an interactive construction zone where children become architects, engineers, artists, and problem-solvers all at […]
5 MDG Tricare Operations and Patient Administration (TOPA) Flight
What is TOPA?No, it’s not just a funny word. For many service members and their families, navigating the complexities of the TRICARE system can be a daunting task. That’s where the TRICARE Operations and Patient Administration (TOPA) flight steps in, serving as a crucial link between patients and their healthcare benefits. TOPA is responsible for […]
A Quick Costco Run
In the last week I found myself doing something very…let’s call it North Dakotan. I made a Costco run. On the surface, that probably doesn’t sound unusual. Most of my extended family lives in northern Indiana, and Costco runs are pretty routine there. They can happen on a random Tuesday afternoon if you run out […]
Spending more time with kids can curtail school violence
Note: This is an article I wrote in the Cavalier County Republican in Langdon on May 10, 1999, 20 days after the Columbine, Colo., school shooting. Ever since the senseless tragedy in Littleton, Colo., a number of people have asked if we had any intentions of writing any articles about it. I told them probably […]
68…and Counting
If you have been reading my column, you are familiar with my running total of “good first impression” greetings at the Minot AFB gates. We are at 68 Airmen in a row that have greeted us warmly and smiled and told us to “have a good day” or something similar. On Thursday we were so […]
From Minot North to Bismarck: Evan Berg’s New Chapter Begins
Signing day on Feb. 25 marked a major milestone for senior Evan Berg, signaling both an achievement and a new beginning. On this day, Berg formally committed to Bismarck State College to play football at the collegiate level. “The signing means a lot to me because I get to go on and play in college, […]
From Place to Place A Life in Motion, A Voice in Words
Growing up as a military child, moving from place to place fueled my love for travel and storytelling. I believe that stories are more than words, but the foundation of history and all we remember. Knowing we will one day become part of the past, I find it important to preserve stories and experiences. Having […]
Staying Mission Ready at Home
As global tensions rise and uncertainty lingers, military families across the nation find themselves navigating a familiar but never-easy reality: the possibility of deployment. While headlines speculate about international developments and national defense decisions, families connected to service members quietly prepare for what could come next. Emotions often run high for spouses, children and extended […]
Air Force modernizes Physical Fitness Program to bolster readiness, long-term health
Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) —The Air Force announced an update to its Physical Fitness Readiness Program (PFRP) in a Directive Type Memorandum introducing new standards and scoring models designed to better align with the demands of modern warfare and promote the long-term health of every Airman. The modernized program […]
March Squadron of the Month-891st Missile Security Forces Squadron
The 91st Missile Wing proudly recognizes the 891st Missile Security Forces Squadron (MSFS) as March’s Squadron of the Month for their outstanding performance, mission success, and unwavering dedication.Throughout the month, the 891 successfully completed 346 alarm responses, 450 antiterrorism measures in support of 14 days of maintenance and missile field operations. This example of premier […]