MINOT AIR FORCE BASE. – Life in the military can present a complex set of challenges, regardless of rank or career field, such as relationship management, transition to civilian or military life or financial readiness. The Military Family Readiness Center (MFRC), a program under the 5th ...
MINOT AIR FORCE BASE – Growing up as a military child is a unique experience. From an early age, you understand your family is part of something greater than itself. When your parent is serving their country, there’s a deep pride that comes from that. Life in the military can feel chaotic ...
This spring marks the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War ending. In North Dakota, veterans from the war, along with others who have served, are in line for extra state support if they have issues with housing stability. During this past legislative session, the state approved $1 million over the next two years, with half of it going to the Post War Trust Fund, which helps veterans cover expenses like dental care. The other half will help fund existing efforts that focus on finding stable housing for military veterans struggling to keep a roof over their head. Rick Olek, a Vietnam ...
Minot Chapter 4 was voted outstanding chapter of the year at the 2025 North Dakota Department of Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Convention held in Jamestown on May 2-4. Chapter 4 Service Officer Jim Davenport was voted outstanding DAV member of the year and was elected to the office of N.D. DAV Department third junior vice commander. Past Chapter 4 Commander Chuck Emery served as sergeant at arms for the convention and chairman of the Resolutions Committee. N.D. DAV Department Commander Doug Benjamin finished his term of office by conducting the annual convention, and Chapter 4 ...
