A shot in the arm for Ellendale…
Could Ellendale, North Dakota become the next Silicon Valley?There’s a new and interesting development happening there that could completely transform the entire community and all of Dickey County. A Dallas company called Applied Digital is in the process of building a data center just south of Ellendale, near the South Dakota state line that is […]
Holiday Traditions Run Deep
The drill is familiar. Another holiday season away from extended family and figuring out new short-termed Holiday traditions. Military families don’t always get the luxury of doing the exact same things year after year. With frequent moving, even during the holidays themselves or with a deployed spouse, Christmas is sometimes spent in TLF, or in […]
Happy Holidays from your Minot AFB Command Teams
Team Minot,The holiday season is quickly approaching! We wanted to recognize and thank each of you for your dedication to our mission over the past year and reflect on what makes this season so special. We have collectively projected unwavering strategic deterrence across the globe, all in the name of peace, security, and the defense […]
Wreaths Across America Honors Fallen Heroes in Minot, North Dakota
Wreaths Across America is a cherished national tradition with a profound mission: “To remember the fallen, honor those who serve along with their families, and teach the next generation the value of freedom.” In 2023, over 3 million wreaths were placed across national cemeteries nationwide, helping to ensure that the sacrifices of our military heroes […]
Get in on the FUN: Minot Spouses’ Club
Calling all military spouses! The Minot Air Force Base Spouses’ Club (MSC) welcomes new members all year round, giving you the opportunity to meet new people, engage with the base community, volunteer, and make the most out of your time at MAFB. With great opportunities to volunteer and be social with other military spouses, the […]
Minot is a Small City with a Big Art Scene
The arts, the beauty of them, is that art is anything the artist can imagine. Creative pursuits can be stress relievers, fun hobbies, or community builders. Minot and Minot AFB have plenty to offer for art lovers because they contain vibrant and thriving arts and culture scenes. In downtown Minot for the visual arts, such […]
Will MAFB’s “Military Giving Tuesday” Continue?
You have heard it talked about everywhere. The word has spread thanks to local organizer Carrie Driver. The Tuesday after Thanksgiving, Dec 3, was designated as a special day to give back to the local community in many ways around the base and in town. It was part of a bigger philanthropic event known as […]
Wintery Photo Contest 2024-2025
Send us your winter-related or snow photos and you could WIN a FREE day on the slopes at Bottineau Winter Park!Winter in North Dakota isn’t lackluster after all! The frigid weather brings on snow activities, frozen experiments, unique outdoors activities and wacky weather too. We want to see the way you and your family experience […]
Minot Area Chamber EDC Launches National Civics Bee® to Engage Local Middle School Students
Minot Area Chamber EDC (MACEDC) proudly announces the launch of the 2025 National Civics Bee®, an initiative aimed at encouraging more young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. Hosted in partnership with The Civic Trust® of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the competition across the state of North Dakota will […]
Gift More Magic: Memberships with a Bonus!
Looking for the perfect gift this holiday season or simply want to make the most of your visits to the Magic City Discovery Center? We’ve got an exciting offer that brings extra value to your membership purchase!For a limited time, when you buy a Magic City Discovery Center membership, you’ll receive $30 off MCDC merchandise […]
