Growth of the base

Minot Air Force Base will be adding an additional $30 million in construction dollars for 2013 to the more than $78 million active construction already taking place.During the January Minot Military Affairs Committee meeting, Lt. Col. Douglas Gilpin, 5th Civil Engineer Squadron commander, reported

Cervical Cancer: 4 Risks You Don't Know

You might know that getting regular Pap tests is the number one way to protect against cervical cancer ... but are you at high risk?Cervical cancer occurs most often in women older than 30 years old, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It used to be the leading cause of

5th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron

Outstanding 91MW Airman STEP promoted

Congratulations to Tech. Sgt. Brian Wyche, 91st Missile Wing NCOIC wing executive support, on his recent STEP promotion. Wyche received his new stripe from Col. Robert Vercher, 91st MW commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Paul Tranetzke, 91st MW command chief master sergeant. STEP, which stands for

Up-armored vehicle fleet upgraded and ready to "roll"

In early 2012, the 5th Logistics Readiness Squadron began the initiative of upgrading Team Minot's Up-Armored vehicle fleet with modifications designed to improve their reliability and safety. The team also began the process for fielding the proper number of up-armored vehicles to meet the demand