After grappling with her own identity crisis after leaving military, an Air Force veteran is shining a spotlight on the lesser known experiences of women veterans. “We’re invisible, it’s not like that stuff comes up at playdates,” Amanda Huffman, Air Force veteran and author of “Women of the Military,” says about the plight of women […]

A dynamic leader is stepping up and taking charge Minot, Nd. (Oct. 31st, 2019) – Tires Plus Total Car Care of Minot and Jarid Lundeen are pleased to announce that David Lee has been promoted to Tires Plus Store Manager. As of October 14th, David has assumed Management responsibilities of the Minot Tires Plus located […]

It’s National Aviation History Month and North Dakota has many ways to celebrate. Take time to explore our stories and displays about North Dakota’s past, present and future in the air and beyond. North Dakota is destined to be a player in the future of space travel and airborne services. Already a leader in unmanned […]

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — For the first time ever on Oct. 26, 2019, a reserve Airman completed a 24 hour “alert” at a Missile Alert Facility after 60 years of using Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles in the U.S. Air Force. Captain Ben Shea, 91st Operations Support Squadron minuteman combat crew commander, was called into […]

“Lobotomy” and “Preserving History” On Display Lino and Jamie Azevedo (MINOT, ND) The Taube Museum of Art is delighted to have Lino and Jamie Azevedo share their work on our walls this month. Lino Azevedo grew up in San Francisco and is currently pursuing a lifelong love for art and helping others do the same. […]

BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — Air Force Global Strike Command welcomed Lt. Gen. Anthony Cotton as the new deputy commander of Air Force Global Strike Command and Air Forces Strategic-Air, U.S. Strategic Command, Oct. 28. Air Force Global Strike Command is responsible for providing strategic deterrence, global strike capability and combat support to USSTRATCOM […]

The Brass Band of Minot is celebrating the coming season with a concert titled “Brass Celebration” at 4:00 PM on Sunday, November 10th at MSU’s Ann Nicole Nelson Hall. The band is the only British-style brass band in North Dakota and is directed by Gordon Troxel and consists of brass and percussion players of a […]

ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) — Barbara M. Barrett was publicly sworn in Nov. 2 as the 25th Secretary of the Air Force at the symbolically potent U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, Colorado, using the high-profile location to salute the service’s history and potential as it positions itself to meet future challenges. David Norquist, deputy secretary […]

BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — The men and women of Air Force Global Strike Command have not only had a busy week, but have repeatedly showcased the importance of rapid deployment to conduct combat operations. During the past week, AFGSC, in coordination with U.S. Strategic Command, U.S. European Command and U.S. Central Command, executed […]

BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — Air Force Global Strike Command’s chief scientist introduced “Innovation Engine,” Nov 1., which is a new process that will reorient, reinvent and reimagine the AFGSC innovation process. Innovation Engine focuses on creating a margin in the command’s processes and procedures, thus building space to empower Airmen to find innovative […]

Don’t let the stress of deployment spoil the bliss you feel as an expectant father. Even if you won’t be there for the delivery, you can still experience the joys of new fatherhood. Planning for your baby’s birth Reduce pre-deployment stress by helping your partner prepare for the baby’s arrival. Here’s how to get started: […]

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, North Dakota. — It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Staff Sgt. Jack T. LaFollette (Active Duty), 91st Missile Maintenance Squadron, Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota. 2d Lt. Joshua S. Widick, (205) 936-7929, has been appointed the Summary Court Officer. All claims for or against the […]

WASHINGTON (AFNS) — The Air Force announced Oct. 30 it will implement the new Noncommissioned Officer Career Status Program for active duty Airmen, which will affect reenlistment contracts executed on or after Nov. 18. The change will eliminate the need for Airmen who have 12 or more years of service to continue to reenlist by […]

MINOT, ND, – The Alliance of Nonprofits will host it’s first annual Alliance of Nonprofits Community Recognition Luncheon on Tuesday Nov. 5th from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm at the Grand Hotel, 1505 North Broadway, Minot. The luncheon will recognize area nonprofit organizations, board members and leaders. Dayna Del Val, President and CEO of The […]

Applications are now available for the Non-Resident Nursing Employment Recruitment Program BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Commerce is now accepting applications for the Non-Resident Nursing Employment Recruitment Program (NNERP). Administered through Commerce, NNERP is a grant program designed to attract and retain highly-qualified nurses to North Dakota. The focus of the program […]

MINOT, N.D. – The Minot State University Veterans Center will commemorate Veterans Day during the week of Nov. 4, culminating with a presentation on Friday, Nov. 8. “We are proud to announce our Veterans Week Community Fair lineup for Minot State University’s 2019 Veterans Week, with the intention of recognizing all living military personnel who […]

MINOT, ND, October 28, 2019 – The Minot Symphony Orchestra presents “From Russia with Love” on Nov. 16 at 7:30 pm in Ann Nicole Nelson Hall – MSU. Explore three of the most well-known pieces in the Russian repertoire including Festival Overture by Shostakovich, Symphonic Dances by Rachmaninoff and Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 1 featuring […]

FARGO, ND – Military veterans have the right combination of skills, character and discipline to succeed as small business owners and entrepreneurs. Wondering what it takes and how you can prepare? Enroll in the upcoming “Boots to Business: Reboot” workshop being offered from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (MST) Thursday, November 7, 2019 at the […]

The 2019 Domestic Violence Prevention Month campaign is designed to help service members, military spouses and intimate partners build safer relationships and prevent domestic abuse by increasing knowledge of what patterns of behavior are unhealthy, and where to get support. The focus for this year’s campaign is raising awareness about technology-facilitated abuse. Technology-facilitated abuse is […]