Mugs, hugs: Keeping kids safe

MINOT, N.D. -- The 5th Security Forces Squadron in conjunction with the Minot Police Department hosted the annual Mugs N' Hugs event in the JC Penney's court in the Dakota Square Mall, Oct. 13. The goal of this event was to help promote safety within the community - both on- and off-base. This event allowed Minot police agencies, as well as base security forces, to provide parents with identification kits along with safety tips in case anything were to happen to their child. The kit includes ink for the finger prints, medical information, DNA hair sample and other personal information that will help police agencies during an investigation. If anyone unable to attend the event would like a kit, they can contact Senior Airman Tom Vann at 723-3011. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Brittany Y. Auld)

Dedicating time to keep park clean

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D -- Team Minot Airmen pose for a group photo after completing a clean-up of Bud Ebert Park here, Oct. 13. The group removed debris and trash from the playground and surrounding areas for approximately two hours. Their work helps provide a sanitary and appealing park environment for base residents and their families to enjoy. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Stephanie Ashley)

Team Minot “kicks” up their techniques

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. -- Team Minot security forces members practice distinct defensive tactics of Krav Maga, an Israeli system of hand-to-hand combat, as part of a week-long training seminar. The program is designed to teach a large amount of techniques in a short time and can be performed by anybody regardless of age, height or weight. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Brittany Y. Auld)

Team Minot “kicks” up their techniques

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. -- Team Minot security forces members practice distinct defensive tactics of Krav Maga, an Israeli system of hand-to-hand combat, as part of a week-long training seminar. The program is designed to teach a large amount of techniques in a short time and can be performed by anybody regardless of age, height or weight. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Brittany Y. Auld)

Resiliency through fitness

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. -- Members of Team Minot had the opportunity to take part in a Domestic Violence Awareness half-marathon run here, Oct. 6. Family Advocacy and the McAdoo Sports and Fitness Center came together to promote physical fitness and build resiliency, all while raising awareness for domestic violence. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Jesse Lopez)

Handler remembers K-9 hero

AFGHANISTAN -- During a tour of duty in 2009, Tech. Sgt. Steven Kaun, 5th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and his trusted K-9 partner Gitta, served proudly together in support of the overseas mission. Kaun recounted a story of how Gitta, who has since passed away, helped in detecting a roadside bomb which saved the lives of fellow service members. (Courtesy photo)