Haunted North Dakota…
We’ve all heard the creepy, campfire stories that scare us out of our wits. But there are actually documented accounts of the unexplained happening in various parts of our state. You can choose to believe it or not, but the people who tell these stories are quite serious. For instance, during Prohibition tunnels underneath Minot […]
Last chance for Summer Photo Submissions
We have had 150 photo submissions in the 2024 Sensational Summer Photo Contest! But, we are going all the way until the unofficial end of Summer, Labor Day! So that means that you have a few more days to get those last summer photos summitted! Each qualifying photo will be an entry to win the […]
FCC Provider of the Month – September
What do you enjoy most about being an FCC Provider?What I enjoy most about being a provider is the very moment I am chosen to be their baby’s “teacher”. As a provider, you understand that entrusting someone with your baby is the hardest decision you have to make so when that decision is you, it […]
Col. Jesse Lamarand – The Reception Has Been Incredible
The Lamarand family, Col. Jesse Lamarand, spouse Natalie and daughters Kamryn (26) and Eva (13) arrived in Minot in June. Kamryn would stay for the change of command ceremony but has not lived with the family since her graduation from Colorado State University. “Kamryn was very impressed with the area” says Col. Lamarand “and is […]
Commanding the 91st Col James “Jimmy” Schlabach
For Col. James “Jimmy” Schlabach and his family, this is their second 4 year assignment to Minot Air Force Base, their first being in 2000 to 2004 when a then 2nd Lieutenant Schlabach would be in 91st MW operations. It was 2004 when the Schlabach’s left Minot. In between 2004 and their arrival back in […]
A Growing Need
Sometimes a personal need creates the drive to start a business and that is just what happened when Val Stadheim opened Grow With Me in 2013. When traveling with her daughter and granddaughter, who were both pregnant, a stop at a second hand kids’ clothing store was always on the list. There was nothing like […]
Historical profile: AFGSC’s modernization keeps U.S. safe with 24/7 global presence
BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. —While every command has a proud history and heritage, Air Force Global Strike Command’s legacy – and the medical professionals who have supported its mission – has been of special consequence to the defense of the United States.Nuclear assets that fall under the Global Strike umbrella have deterred rivals, keeping […]
Sentinel: The History of the DAF Modernizing the Backbone of America’s National Security
BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. —The United States Air Force is replacing the 54-year-old LGM-30G Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) weapon system with the LGM-35A Sentinel ICBM. Rejuvenation of ICBMs has been under way for years despite news of this modernization effort recently ramping up due to its increased relevance and estimated budget. Nuclear […]
In Minot, school year offers unprecedented opportunities
I know it’s not something teacher or students really want to hear right now, but the 2024-25 school year is already upon us.Area students and teachers will return to the classrooms in the next week or so, and some have already started. In the Minot Public School District, this year will be a little bit […]
Thank You For Your Service
We Can’t Say It Enough The Magic City Lions are an active group of people. They meet on Tuesday mornings at 7:30 AM at the Parker Senior Center in Downtown Minot. The room is always filled with bright smiles and generally good natured conversation between members. About a month ago a sign-up sheet was passed […]