Return of the Dakrats

Newcomers to the base often are delighted by the cute little critters, affectionately known as "Dakrats", they find popping up in their yards as spring approaches. For those who have lived here a little longer, the delight has faded and the critters are no longer welcome. Dakrats, also known as

Warrior of the Week

Name and rank: Staff Sgt. Christopher Baker Job description: As a UH-1N flight engineer with the 54th Helicopter Squadron, I operate the rescue hoist, monitors all gauges and makes sure that all systems are operating within limits. Hometown: Anderson, S.C. Time in Minot: 9 months What is your

Supporting a worthy cause

Helping out close to home

Minot Air Force Base has been in the thick of the fight with flood efforts the past few weeks, whether it be augmenting support forces at Grand Forks AFB, N.D., or sending helicopters and rescue equipment to Fargo or Bismarck, N.D. The outpouring of help came closer to home the week of April 1 as

Base participates in National Alcohol Screening Day