Twitter and Facebook on the front lines of Minot flood response

When areas surrounding Minot Air Force Base, N.D., began combating historic flooding recently, the Minot public affairs office turned to Twitter and Facebook to keep information flowing to Airmen and their families.Since news broke of a possible flood in the area, interaction on Minot's Facebook

Homeland Secretary visits Minot

The U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security concluded her visit here following a helicopter tour of the damage caused by the recent Souris River flooding and a closed session meeting with key local and state officials here, July 13.Janet Napolitano, U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, said after

Officials hope relief will flood in for Minot families

With waters still above flood levels weeks after the natural disaster began in Minot, N.D., Air Force Global Strike Command officials are telling the public how they can donate to relief and recovery efforts. More than 1,100 Airmen and family members from nearby Minot Air Force Base were displaced

Global Strike Airmen, Canadians cooperate for close air support training

Air Force Global Strike Command recently provided conventional bomber support during an annual Canadian military exercise at Canadian Forces Base Shilo, Manitoba.The exercise, dubbed "Western Defender," provided an opportunity for Air Force Global Strike Command's 5th Bomb Wing at Minot Air Force

Whiteman 4th of July celebration

Minot Airmen continue mission in wake of flood

Displaced Minot Airmen and families to receive allowances

The commander of Minot Air Force Base issued a limited evacuation order June 29 for Department of Defense active-duty military and civilian dependents who were previously evacuated from their homes due to the Souris River flooding. Col. James Dawkins Jr., 5th Bomb Wing commander, mandated this

Minot water conservation order cuts water usage in half

Leadership at Air Force Global Strike Command's Minot Air Force Base mandated a water conservation order June 27, effective for all base personnel and businesses, in response to several breaks in Minot's main water line.Base leadership immediately responded to the main water breaks by mandating a

Clean water provided to Minot from Holloman AFB

Recent fatalities highlight importance of safety

Two recent motorcycle fatalities in Global Strike Command serve as a grim reminder to stay vigilant when it comes to safety over the Independence Day weekend, said Col. Gerald Hounchell, Global Strike Command director of safety.Colonel Hounchell emphasized the importance of safety and well-being of