Adopt a Pet and Rock Out
this Summer

Pets are so loved. They often become part of the family and part of ourselves. But what happens to those pets who don’t get blessed with a loving family? Whose lives do they bless and how can you help them? The Souris Valley Animal Shelter wants to get every pet into a loving home and […]

What Wonderful Weather
We’re Witnessing

The North Dakota weather this past year has knocked the socks off those new to the area. Most newcomers have been warned about the long winters, dark days and blustery conditions, but rarely is it mentioned the beautiful, moderate temperatures and bright sunny days the North Dakota tempts citizens with during the summer months. Most […]

Real Golf for Real Kids:
The Jack Hoeven Wee Links
Golf Course

Golf is one of those sports in which age is not a limiting factor. Unlike many other intense sports, anyone can play golf. However, what then limits everyone from indeed playing golf? Firstly, there is the cost associated. To begin golfing, one must buy clubs, shoes and pay for the actual rounds of golf too. […]

Robot Dogs Show Their Potential

Two big black boxes arrived on Minot Air Force Base three weeks ago. The containers provided safe shipping for the New Vision Robot dogs from Ghost Robotics Corp. in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Weighing about 60 pounds each, Chappie and Atom were removed from their confinement and soon were being test driven by members of the 5th […]

A Day at the Base Pool

On a beautiful Sunday afternoon when the temperature barely reached 82 degrees and the slight breeze made the cloud spotted sky a perfect day at the pool in Minot ND, this reporter caught up with some Minot AFB swimming pool goers to find out what they enjoyed the most about going to the pool. Married […]

Best Bases in the Air Force: Hanscom Air Force Base

There are so many large and frequently talked about Air Force Bases either for the good or the bad. Each AF family that has been around a while will have a story to share when asked, “Where has been your favorite base?”. The purpose of this “Best Base” feature series is to highlight the lesser-known […]

Volunteers Walk or Drive to Fight Suicide

Movement of a Quarter of a Million People Joined by Local Participants in Minot Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States, yet suicide can be prevented. Volunteers from Minot, ND are joining the quarter of a million people who are walking in towns across the United States to draw attention […]

Best Bases in the Air Force:
Joint Base Elemendorf-Richardson

A common first topic of discussion amongst any newly-introduced Air Force family is, “Where all have you been stationed? And where has been your favorite?” This usually leads to many fascinating conversations about the military life experience, such as how one person’s dream location is another family’s worst nightmare. It cannot be avoided that some […]

Col Walters Reflects on Minot

Col. Michael Walters and his family arrived at Minot Air Force Base in the midst of a COVID 19 Pandemic. The entire group that gathered for the change of command wore masks and chairs were social distanced. By contrast, Col. Walters handed off the guidon for the 5th Bomb Wing to Col. Daniel Hoadley with […]

The Mil Spouse Photographer: Capturing the Moments of Life and Loving It!

Military spouses have historically had a rough time in securing careers of their own. However, mil spouses are resilient and have found many ways to have a fulfilling career, move with their spouse and create an income. There are a plethora of spouses who have found ways to work and succeed, but this article will […]