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BARKSDALE AIR FORCE launch sends a visible message The ICBM test launch program BASE, La. -- of deterrence to the world, and demonstrates the operational A team of Air Force Global I couldn’t be more proud of the capability of the Minuteman III Strike Command Airmen dedication and professionalism and ensures the United States’ launched an unarmed of our team.” ability to maintain a strong, Minuteman III intercontinental The test launch demonstrates credible nuclear deterrent as ballistic missile equipped with that even during the pandemic, a key element of U.S. national a test reentry vehicle at 12:27 AFGSC maintains this capability. security and the security of U.S. a.m. Pacifi c Time Oct. 29 from The missile came from the 91st allies and partners. Vandenberg Air Force Base, Missile Wing, with men and The launch calendars are built California. women supporting the launch three to fi ve years in advance, The test demonstrates that the from all three AFGSC missile and planning for each individual United States’ nuclear deterrent wings as well as the 576th Flight launch begins six months to is safe, secure, reliable and Test Squadron. a year prior to launch. Test eff ective to deter twenty-fi rst “This test took a missile and an launches are not a response century threats and reassure our incredible team of maintainers or reaction to world events or allies. and launch crews, all pulled regional tensions. “Like previous test launches, from active missile wings, Air Force Global Strike this event demonstrated the and that really demonstrates Command is comprised of Air Force’s commitment to the continued readiness and more than 33,700 Airmen the Nation’s nuclear enterprise reliability of both the Minuteman and civilians assigned to two while ensuring the United III and the professional men and numbered air forces, 11 wings, States’ nuclear deterrent is safe, women who support it,” said Lt. two geographically-separated secure, and eff ective to deter our Col. 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F. E. WARREN AIR FORCE job of educating the operators through the Air Force Academy BASE, Wyo. -- about maintenance and security in 2018, was one of two missileers In the early morning of June operations, but a Glory Trip is who performed the key turn for 8, 1994, a then-1st Lt. Linda at a diff erent level. Touring the Glory Trip 236 earlier today. Tonnies, 740th Missile Squadron launch facility, meeting and She wasn’t sure about which operator, Minot Air Force Base, talking with the maintainers career path to pursue while she North Dakota, turned the launch adds perspective. Learning about was a student, but her mom’s key and launched an unarmed the command center, where the experience as a missileer helped 1st Lt. Taylor Tonnies, 742d Missile Squadron operator, Minot Air Force Base, Minuteman III ICBM for Glory tracking takes place and the make her decision a little easier. North Dakota, poses for a photo prior to the scheduled Minuteman III test Trip 155 at Vandenberg AFB, decisions were made, added a “My mom defi nitely inspired launch, Oct. 23, 2020. Operational test launches of unarmed MMIII ICBMs California. Little did she know layer of complexity that I had yet me to be in the Air Force and assure Air Force Global Strike Command and our nation that the MMIII that 26 years later, her daughter to experience as a lieutenant with always told me how great being weapon system is reliable and capable and provide valuable data to ensure 1st. Lt. Taylor Tonnies, 742d no prior Air Force experience.” a missileer was,” Taylor said. a continued lethal, safe and sure nuclear capability. Missile Squadron operator, Minot Being a missileer was Linda’s “I think seeing it from her AFB, would do the same. dream, one she was able to perspective helped me see the U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO I STAFF SGT. BRITTANY MURPHY Operational test launches of make come true when she career fi eld for what it is.” unarmed MMIII ICBMs assure commissioned through Offi cer Now the mother-daughter duo Air Force Global Strike Command Training School in 1991. When share a unique experience - they and our nation that the MMIII she found out her daughter have both launched an unarmed weapon system is reliable and Taylor was selected to be a MMIII. capable and provide valuable missileer, she was thrilled. “It’s a huge honor for anyone data to ensure a continued lethal, “I encouraged her to pick to get chosen for Glory Trip and safe and sure nuclear capability. missiles from the fi rst day she I’m very glad to be here,” Taylor The launches also off er an started at the Air Force Academy,” said. “Having the opportunity to opportunity for operators and Linda said. “As an operator, it’s launch a missile is rare, and I maintainers to participate in a a tough fi eld, but very rewarding. couldn’t be happier to have this once in a lifetime experience of I’ve always considered missile opportunity. I got even more launching an unarmed ICBM. duty to be the Air Force’s best excited to fi nd out that the missile “It was an incredible kept secret. Now, I’m happy to came from Minot and I actually experience,” said Linda Tonnies. pass the responsibility on to my watched it while I was on alert!” “The 91st Missile Wing did, daughter.” and still does, an excellent Taylor, who commissioned

1st Lt. Taylor Tonnies, 742d Missile Squadron operator, Lt. Linda Tonnies poses for a photo during GT155. Minot Air Force Base, Minot, sits in a launch control center (LCC) prior to Glory Trip 236 unarmed Minuteman COURTESY PHOTO III test launch, Oct. 23, 2020. Operational test launches of unarmed MMIII ICBMs assure Air Force Global Strike Command and our nation that the MMIII weapon system is reliable and capable and provide valuable data to ensure a continued lethal, safe and sure nuclear capability.

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1st Lt. Taylor Tonnies, 742d Missile Squadron operator, Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, poses for a photo prior to Glory Trip 236, Oct. 23, 2020. Operational test launches of unarmed MMIII ICBMs assure Air Force Global Glory Trip 155 Minuteman III test launch on June 8, The Tonnies family poses for a photo (Linda Tonnies, Strike Command and our nation that the MMIII weapon system is reliable and 1994, as seen from the public viewing area. center, Taylor Tonnies, second from left). capable and provide valuable data to ensure a continued lethal, safe and sure COURTESY PHOTO nuclear capability. COURTESY PHOTO

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Last week Governor Burgum within the same week, families announced that our county, Ward, should be aware that changes would move into the Orange risk to the installation HPCON does level eff ective on Oct 30th. Orange not necessitate a change to the level means our area is considered schools. The three schools on high risk for COVID-19. Following the installation, likewise with the that announcement, Minot Public downtown schools, are operated OUTDOOR NOTES: Schools issued a letter to families by Minot Public and therefore PATRICIA STOCKDILL describing current data regarding state changes will eff ect protocol COVID-19 within the schools within the schools. It should be Fishing: and the eff ects of Orange upon noted that one of responsibilities Lake Sakakawea elevation, school protocol. The two key of the School Liaison is to ensure Nov. 2: 1,839 feet above points from this letter was that base command is aware of mean sea level (MSL); there is not evidence showing changes or events in the schools mass spread of COVID-19 in the and school leadership is aware of 13,500 cubic feet per schools and that Minot Public will base related items that aff ect the second (CFS) Garrison Dam continue in-person school and schools or students. So although average daily releases. regular transportation with some the schools and the base are Devils Lake elevation: increased safety protocols such as separate, they are not mutually 1,448.59 feet above mean moving to virtual meetings and exclusive and work in partnership sea level (MSL). presentations and a suspension to ensure a safe and quality Stump Lake elevation: of fi eld trips. Additionally, last education for our students. week our installation saw a Families with questions specifi c 1,448.59 MSL. change in the Health Protection to their schools can contact their • N.D. Game & Fish Dept. Condition, HPCON, to Charlie. school principal or call the School game wardens: Little activity Although these changes occurred Liaison at 701-240-2380. throughout area lakes. • Devils Lake, Ed’s Bait Shop, Devils Lake: No new • Nov. 6: Deer gun season opens. reports. • Nov. 7: Bobcat season opens. *Devils Lake, Woodland • Nov. 9: Crow and woodcock seasons close. • Nov. 15: Sandhill crane season closes. Resort, Devils Lake: Limited activity but the few anglers out are fi nding continued walleye success. Try the New Town. Try jigs and weather hits again. casino bridges with jigging minnows in a variety of • Upland: Generally Raps. depths. fair success in traditional • Lake Darling, Karma • Lake Sakakawea/ pheasant areas. C-Store, Ruthville: A few Missouri River, Scott’s Bait • Waterfowl: Lots of diving anglers on Lake Darling but & Tackle, Pick City: Missouri ducks remain on Devils Lake. limited reports. River tailrace remains quiet Fair numbers and success • Lake Darling, Upper with better success at night. around north-central parts Souris Nat’l. Wildlife Refuge, Water level remains low. No of the state but birds are Foxholm: No new reports. Lake Sakakawea reports. moving out, especially along Prairie Marsh Scenic Drive • Lake Sakakawea/ the northern tier. Good goose auto tour route now closed northwest N.D. lakes, numbers along the east end until spring. Scenic Sports, Williston: of Lake Sakakawea and • Lake Metigoshe, Four Smaller area lakes re- Deepwater Bay and in central Seasons, Bottineau: No opened earlier in the week. N.D. Waterfowl moved out activity with portions of the Continued walleye success of northwest N.D. with some lake getting thin areas of ice. on the Missouri River west ducks and geese still on Lake • Lake Sakakawea/ of Williston although the Sakakawea and Missouri Lake Audubon, Cenex river muddied up earlier. Try River around Williston. Not Bait & Tackle, Garrison: Lund’s Landing area on Lake many ducks in central parts Weather permitting, look for Sakakawea for walleye. of the state or around Lake occasional walleye on the • Lonetree WMA area lakes, Sakakawea, however. east end of Lake Sakakawea Harvey: No new reports. Numbers to know: using jigs and minnows or • North-central/central • N.D. Game and Fish Dept., CALL AHEAD AND TAKE OUT • DELIVERY AVAILABLE! jigging Raps. Try jigging N.D. lakes, Towner Hdwe. main Bismarck offi ce: (701) Raps around Deepwater Bay. Hank, Towner: Area lakes 328-6300, website: (http:// • Lake Sakakawea, Scenic remain quiet. gf.nd.gov). 23, New Town: Fair walleye Hunting: • Report All Poachers: (800) success with better activity • Deer: Look for more 472-2121 or (701) 328- in the river channel around movement once cooler 9921. THIS SPECIAL FEATURE IS SPONSORED BY:

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On Oct. 30, 2020, Minot Air Red Ribbon Week began at recognizing harmful drugs, what Force Base wrapped up another North Plains Chapel, where to do in situations where drugs successful Red Ribbon Week. chaplains distributed red ribbons are present, and answered any The week was directed by the and led prayers for those aff ected questions that the children had. base’s Drug Demand Reduction by drug use. Chaplain Sean He said, “When it comes to Program and included many Russell believes that religion plays substance abuse, using drugs activities to raise awareness for an important role in combatting can close more doors and drug abuse and promote healthy drug abuse by giving Airmen and opportunities in your future. It’s lifestyles within the community. their families a greater sense of making decisions for you that The Red Ribbon Campaign purpose and strengthening their you don’t even realize you’re began in 1985 as a response to “spiritual pillars.” making.” the death of DEA Agent Enrique The chapels can help provide Girl Scout Taiylor Olson, 12, was Camarena, who bravely fought a variety of resources to Airmen one of the many scouts who took in the war on drugs. After or family members who may the pledge to stay drug free. She Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and Cub Scouts gather around the fi re pit on base to Camarena’s death, community be struggling with drug use, believes that it’s important for release red balloons in honor of Red Ribbon Week. The scouts earned their members across the country began including literature, training, young people to feel comfortable Red Ribbon patches and had the chance to learn about drugs from a Ward wearing red ribbons to symbolize support groups, and partnerships talking to trustworthy adults County Narcotics Task Force offi cer. their dedication to raising with outside organizations. when they are presented with a awareness of the devastating Each chaplain has his or her situation involving drugs. eff ects of drugs in America. The own area of expertise, allowing Along with the scouts, students National Family Partnership for a diverse and well-connected of North Plains Elementary, Samantha Mendoza sponsored the fi rst National Red support system across the base. Dakota Elementary and and Todd Hebert Ribbon Celebration in 1988, and Russell said, “If we can get you to Memorial Middle School had the of the MAFB Drug the U.S. Department of Defense see a chaplain fi rst, then we can opportunity to learn about drug Demand Reduction followed suit in 1990. Today, the get you to see other help, whether use from educational materials Program pose with campaign spans to schools and it’s through us or another distributed throughout the week. one of many families communities nationwide and organization.” Chaplains can be Red Ribbon Week also included who trick-or-treated reaches millions of young people reached through email, phone informational displays set up at the BX on October 30. Their goal was to each year. calls, or in-person and work at the Base Exchange and 5th encourage youth to Samantha Mendoza, the DDRP closely to ensure that community Medical Clinic where passersby “say boo to drugs!” Manager, is working hard to members have someone to talk to could take home resources on grow the program to include in times of hardship. drug abuse, healthy coping skills, more education and outreach The Drug Demand Reduction and various other related topics. in schools, as well as the local Program also partnered with Boy This year’s Red Ribbon community. She hopes that by Scout, Girl Scout, and Cub Scout Week was another powerful educating youth on the impact of troops of Minot to encourage the reminder for Airmen, children, drug use, the DDRP can help deter prevention of drug use amongst and families to remember the Chaplain Burson, them from making decisions that youth in the community. On Oct. negative consequences of drugs. Chaplain White, will negatively aff ect their future 26, children gathered on base “We are grateful for all the help and Chaplain Russell and wellbeing. While many Red to release red balloons, hang and support we received from gather after handing Ribbon Campaign activities are ribbons, and learn about the the diff erent agencies to make out red ribbons to the targeted towards youth, Mendoza eff ects of drug use from Offi cer this year’s Red Ribbon Week a congregation at the hopes to expand the message to Dustin Westerman of the Ward success,” Mendoza said. North Plains Chapel. all ages, families, and ranks. County Narcotics Task Force. For more information on the Afterwards, prayers “We are here to provide Westerman, who has been Red Ribbon Campaign, see www. were held for those education, outreach, and to be a part of the task force for redribbon.org. 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The Air Force recently announced Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam its 2020 photo contest winners. Houston, Texas; and Third Place, The winners – fi rst, second and Cooper Henry, RAF Alconbury, third place in fi ve categories – were England among more than 600 entries Adult Novice -- First Place, submitted for the annual contest. Amanda Hunter, Hill AFB, Utah; Entries for this year’s competition Second Place, Travis Klare, Nellis with a theme of “We Are Family” AFB, Nevada; and Third Place, were submitted during July. Romina Divincenzo, Defense Participants entered up to two Logistics Agency, New Cumberland, images for one of the categories. Pennsylvania A panel judged the entries based Adult Accomplished -- First on impact, creativity and technical Place, Bryan Holm, Davis-Monthan excellence. AFB, Arizona; Second Place, Justin “The entries this year were just Bellamy, Luke AFB, Arizona, and as amazing as last year’s entries,” Third Place, Crystal Johnson, Joint said Darlene Johnson, Air Force Base Charleston, South Carolina Services Center Community and “We actually had an individual Leisure Programs director. “The who won in last year’s contest win photos really brought the meaning in this year’s contest,” Johnson Congratulations to Katelyn Wood, daughter of TSgt David Wood, 891 SFS fl ight sergeant. Ms. Wood won 1st place of this year’s theme to life.” said. “Kinsley Miller from Joint in the 2020 Air Force photo contest under the youth category 13-17 age range with her photograph titled “Family Although the timeline to judge Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst won Refl ection”. The theme of the contest was “We Are Family” with Ms. Wood’s photo illustrating picture frames with the entries was constrained due to in the Youth 6-8-year-old category personal family memories and with the sun “glowing” behind the frames. “I remember we were driving around installation force support squadron last year, and this year she won in town and I got an e-mail stating that I had won fi rst place,” said Wood. Her mother stated that with restrictions activities being closed, the theme the Youth 9-12-year-old category.” due to Covid-19 and a lot of free time, she urged Katelyn to participate in this contest. “It felt good to win, I was brought much emotion to the Another fi rst time judge, Taylor quite surprised actually,” said Wood. She stated that she does photography as a hobby and is looking forward to judging as shared by Jacqueline Stone, Arts and Crafts director participating in more contests. White, Arts and Crafts director at at Kadena Air Base, Japan, has MINOT AFB PA PHOTO McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. a bachelor’s degree in fi ne arts “The theme was very appropriate with a focus in painting from the for this year with regards to all we University of North Carolina at are dealing with COVID-19,” White Asheville, NC. said. “The entries were varied, She was impressed by the original and creative. Some of the visual capture from the adult entries brought tears to my eyes accomplished entries, but it was the and tugged on my heartstrings.” youth categories that stood out in This is White’s fi rst year judging their interpretation of family. the contest and not only was she “It’s great to see young minds surprised by the number of entries being creative and expressing she judged, but how close each of themselves through art and the photos represented the theme. photography,” Stone said. “Family “Families were depicted in many doesn’t have to be blood related diff erent ways in the pictures and and can be anyone that makes you this is proof the military family is a feel at home, as these entries really broad and close-knit community,” showcase.” she said. For those looking forward to next Category winners are: year’s contest, Stone said all entries Youth 6-8 years -- First Place, are welcome and those with little to Lelia Santiago, USAF Academy, no experience could become next Colorado; Second Place, Aiden year’s winners. Akridge, Robins AFB, Georgia; and “Don’t be nervous to submit an Third Place, Autumn Hardt, Luke entry; greatness can come from AFB, Arizona everywhere and really take time to Youth 9-12 years -- First Place, consider the theme as that was a Kinsley Miller, Joint Base McGuire- large criteria for judging,” she said. Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey; Second Look for information about the Place, Kai Chapa, Scott AFB, 2021 Air Force Photo Contest Illinois; and Third Place, Leonardo in the spring. In addition to the Arroyo, Eglin AFB, Florida photo contest, AFSVC conducts an Youth 13-17 years -- First Place, annual Air Force Art Contest. Call Katelyn Wood, Minot AFB, North for entries for that contest will run Dakota; Second Place, Lyla Keizer, from Jan. 15-Feb. 15. 6 SECTION B FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2020 NORTHERN SENTRY CROSSWORD PUZZLE Solution can be found in next weeks edition

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A LOOK BACK THIS WEEK IN USAF HISTORY A BRIEF HISTORY OF VETERAN’S DAY NOVEMBER 11 On November 11, 1919, President Woodrow Wilson declared the first “Armistice Day” to honor the heroism and sacrifice of America’s service members during WWI. Seven months before the SENATOR KEVIN Treaty of Versailles was signed to CRAMER VISITS TEAM MINOT officially end the war, an armistice Senator Kevin Cramer visits Team between the Allied nations and Minot Oct. 29. Germany was implemented. This cessation of hostilities began U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO I MINOT AFB PA at 11:00 a.m. on November 11. President Eisenhower signing HR7786, In his proclamation, President which redesignated Armistice Day as Wilson said, “To us in America, Veteran’s Day (va.gov) the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations…” Originally, the holiday was meant to commemorate WWI veterans and promote the cause of world peace, but in 1954 it was redesignated as “Veteran’s Day” to honor all of the brave Americans who have served this country. Information courtesy of: va.gov 10 SECTION B FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2020 NORTHERN SENTRY Prairie Vigilance

AIRMAN 1ST CLASS JOHN SCHMIDT AIRMAN 1ST CLASS STEPHEN MCARTHUR SENIOR AIRMAN NICOLAS MCKANE AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL APPRENTICE 5TH SECURITY FORCES SQUADRON 5TH AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE SQUADRON RESPONSE FORCE SENTRY LOAD CREW MEMBER Airman 1st Class John Schmidt is an air traffi c control apprentice with the 5th Operational Support Squadron. Airman 1st Class Stephen McArthur, 5th Security Forces Senior Airman Nicolas McKane, 5th Aircraft He works with his supervisors to learn how to eff ectively Squadron response force sentry, stands guard in front of Maintenance Squadron weapons load crew member, direct B-52s in their daily operations. Schmidt gathers the B-52H Stratofortress at Minot Air Force Base, North stands in front of the B-52H Stratofortress at Minot information from instruments in the air traffi c control Dakota, Oct. 19, 2020. Prairie Vigilance is an annual Air Force Base, North Dakota, Oct. 19, 2020. Prairie tower and provides it to appropriate agencies such as exercise performed in conjunction with Barksdale AFB that Vigilance is an annual exercise performed in conjunction base operations, the maintenance operations command demonstrates Air Force Global Strike Command’s ability with Barksdale AFB that demonstrates Air Force Global center and even the 5th Medical Group. Additionally, to generate strategic bombers at a moment’s notice and Strike Command’s ability to generate strategic bombers he documents information from all aircraft that are provides readiness training annually for Airmen. at a moment’s notice and provides readiness training within Team Minot airspace including the B-52s. He annually for Airmen. is capable of notating speed, altitude and other specifi c U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO information specifi c to an aircraft. When Schmidt SENIOR AIRMAN DILLON J. AUDIT SENIOR AIRMAN DILLON J. AUDIT isn’t busy with hands on training, he spends his time reading through an extensive rulebook and studying the numerous procedures that air traffi c control Airmen AIRMAN 1ST CLASS FRANKIE SANCHEZ will need to know to become a 5-level professional. He 5TH AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE SQUADRON says that at fi rst he struggled but one day he decided LOAD CREW MEMBER he was going to turn that around. “Today I’m going Airman 1st Class Frankie Sanchez, 5th Aircraft to do it right,” said Schmidt. “I know I can do it, I just Maintenance Squadron weapons load crew member had to show it.” Schmidt remarked on how his job is unloads munitions at Minot Air Force Base, North important to the pilots and Team Minot because he Dakota, Oct. 19, 2020. Prairie Vigilance is an annual serves as a second set of eyes to assist B-52 pilots in exercise performed in conjunction with Barksdale AFB their daily operations. “We are essential,” said Schmidt. that demonstrates Air Force Global Strike Command’s “You can’t see everything through a window on a ability to generate strategic bombers at a moment’s notice BUFF.” and provides readiness training annually for Airmen. U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO SENIOR AIRMAN DILLON J. AUDIT

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November is National Veteran and Military Families Month First established in 1996 by the Armed Services YMCA, Veterans and Military Families Month is celebrated each November. It is a time to honor those who not only know what service entails fi rsthand, but also make sacrifi ces alongside their service members in everyday life. Veteran and Military Families Month has been a nationally recognized holiday by the U.S. Government every year since its inception, with a tradition of the President signing a declaration to highlight the occasion. 2019’s Presidential Proclamation declared: During National Veterans and Military Families Month, we honor and express our deep appreciation for these brave men and women and their families… We recognize accessibility modifi cations The winter months are when most the integral role our more than 2.6 Operation Homefront has fundraising happens as they gear TOGETHER, WE IMPROVE million military family members a number of programs to up to assist military families over Same day play in supporting our Armed support military families, but the holiday season QUALITY OF LIFE appointments available. Forces and contributing to their Mission2Honor is a campaign Volunteer at a local chapter of a mission. While our military that specifi cally honors Military United Service Organization, Red men and women are serving at Families Month Cross, AmVets, Disabled American home or overseas, it is our duty If your goal is to show your Veterans, Armed Services YMCA, to provide their families with the support, you can do that in a etc. resources they need to thrive in number of ways: Donate your professional our communities… Each warrior Use #MilitaryFamilyMonth on services to the military community. who fi ghts for our Nation, along social media in solidarity and to If you’re a professional counselor, with their families, has earned our spread awareness to others psychologist, social worker, eternal gratitude, and I ask that Donate (time or money) to the therapist, child care professional, all Americans thank and support USO-Metro’s Turkeys for Troops, or community organizer, the them. providing holiday meal baskets organizations that serve military The role of military families is to and a fun, festive environment families may need your assistance provide a supportive foundation Adopt-a-soldier (and their This is not a comprehensive to those men and women who family) for the holidays, which list, but it should get you started. are actively serving, deployed, can happen in any number of For military families, you can or training. Separation between ways. Check out this website for always contact your local Military service members and their families great ideas of how you can do this Family Support Centers for more can stretch for long periods and Contact your nearest military information on location-specifi c 1201 11th Avenue SW, Minot, ND over long distances, with oftentimes intallation’s Morale, Welfare, events for Military Families Month. Phone 701.858.6700, 800.841.7321 sporadic communication and And Recreation (MWR) offi ce to And don’t forget, November 11th Hours: Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m. stressful conditions. In addition see events or activities planned is Veteran’s Day! to that, military families are for the month where you can This article originally appeared cfmminot.UND.edu faced with frequent moves and volunteer your time or money. in My Military Benefi ts a constant need to adapt to new environments. There are a number of local and national services which provide assistance and showcase their appreciation during this month and throughout the year. Most of these organizations put on events for the military families to enjoy, such as: Every year the Armed Services YMCA provides a downloadable ‘Military Family Month’ packet on their website that contains: Military Family Month poster, a message from the President, a letter from the National Executive Director of the ASYMCA, Military Family Month program suggestions, and guidelines for the annual art and essay contests. *Due to coronavirus, it’s possible this may look diff erently this year Sesame Street for Military Families Free App, which addresses a number of topics like deployment, homecoming, and more Operation Kid Comfort is “designed to address the emotional stress that children of military personnel suff er during a parent’s absence from home,” by providing free quilts and pillows for them. Go here to submit a quilt request Through the Y’s Military Outreach program, many Military Families are eligible for a free YMCA or Private Fitness membership Sears Heroes at Home works with Rebuilding Together to assist low-income military families with critical home repairs and 12 SECTION B FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2020 NORTHERN SENTRY 5 CES Airmen participated in the Northern Celebrations Wing IG ATSO Prime BEEF Exercise Embracing our North Dakota Lifestyle An intriguing season Patricia Stockdill

It’s official, North Dakota’s deer gun unit adjoins another restricted unit, such as season is underway. Admittedly, it might be 3A1 adjoining 3B1. an intriguing year, especially for first-time North Dakota has several CWD-related North Dakota deer hunters. transportation regulations which along with Depending on which unit a hunter is in, other disease related details, is available U.S. AIR FORCE GRAPHIC I AIRMAN FIRST CLASS JAN K. VALLE they may have exercised their option to turn on their website link, (https://gf.nd.gov/ their whitetail tag back to the N.D. Game wildlife/diseases/cwd). MINOT AIR FORCE BASE Operating Strip) candidates to N.D. -- present to the Wing Commander and Fish Department. Given the impact of It may even seem contrary but when it The primary contingency to decide on a course of action. epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD) in comes to CWD, one of the best things hunters responsibilities for Engineering When developing a MOS there some areas of western North Dakota, the can do is to simply go hunting – even if it’s Assistants (EA) in a wartime are a multitude of factors that are department opted to provide that option upland or waterfowl hunting. The reality is environment is all about airfi eld taken into consideration such as as more information became available on hunters are the ones out there across the recovery and resuming aircraft repair times, back taxi operations, increased mortality. countryside. They see what is going on with operations after an attack. When and sortie generation capability. EHD typically runs its course when the deer even if they’re carrying a shotgun in an attack happens, the EAs With a MOS selected by the must plot all of the damage Wing Commander, the Civil disease-carrying midge dies off with a hard pursuit of a glitzy rooster. that is located on the airfi eld Engineering Airfi eld Damage freeze and isn’t transmittable to humans. After all, deer and pheasants like the same using software and/or a hard Repair Team can then recover But as the extent of EHD spread this thing – good habitat. copy map. Once they have the airfi eld and get aircraft back summer, refunds became a viable option for Hunters tend to notice if they see or don’t all of the damage plotted they into the fi ght. some hunters. see many deer. They may encounter a dead or must develop 3 MOS (Minimum And then there is chronic wasting disease sickly deer that doesn’t appear to be injured. (CWD). Originally confirmed in units Those animals should be reported as soon as west of the Missouri River and south of possible to the Game and Fish Department, Interstate-94, now CWD has been identified either their Bismarck office (701) 328- in some areas in northwest N.D. 6300, a local game warden, or district That’s where the Game and Fish Department office. Contact information is available on will focus its CWD testing: Units 3A1, 3A2, the Game and Fish Department’s website. 3A3 (north of U.S. Highway 2), 3B1, 3C Given ongoing Covid-19 issues, going (west of the Missouri River), 3E1, 3E2, afield hunting might just be one of the best 3F1, 3F2, 4A, 4B, and 4C. Basically, it’s the things a person can do. Get outside and western one-third of the state. enjoy nature, perhaps harvesting what is one While those are the targeted areas and all of the healthiest meats available. Seriously, successful hunters are highly encouraged to North Dakota venison from a typical deer submit the head of their adult or yearling comes from an animal that enjoys a diet animal for testing, the Game and Fish abundant in grasses and grains. Department wants to test as many deer The Rethink Rural (www.rethinkrural. from elsewhere across the state. com) website offered several reasons to eat Just because a unit doesn’t have confirmed wild game in general: It’s lean, is a good CWD cases doesn’t mean the unit doesn’t source of conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) have CWD – it simply means it hasn’t been – a dietary fat researched for anti-cancer identified. It’s a statistical thing – the more properties – and Omega-3 fatty acids, it’s animals tested, the more information can hormone-free, and is less apt to carry an be gleaned about the extent of the disease, airborne illness. which is always fatal to an affected deer, Just food for thought. moose, or elk. So if you’re a lucky North Dakota deer Hunters in units 3A1, 3B1, 3F2, 4B, and gun license holder this year, get out and 4C have to take their animals to a collection experience the season. As intriguing as it site within their unit unless that particular may be.

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MOVING NEED CASH? HUSQVARNA RIDING TOP DOG SALON EMBRY-RIDDLE AERONAUTICAL UNIVERSITY Sell your used/unwanted items MOWER - Model YTH22V46 Monday-Friday 9 AM to 3 PM Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is now registering for the Fall at MINOT FLEA MARKET, Briggs & Stratton 22 HP with low Saturday 10 AM to 2 PM 2020 term (18 Nov-26 Jan). You can enroll in classes for CCAF, classes DECEMBER 5 & 6 hours 46 inch dual blade deck Evenings Available towards Undergraduate degrees such as: AS/BS Aeronautics, AS/BS State Fairgrounds. Recent Tune Up (210) 286-7993 Upon Request Aviation Maintenance, AS/BS Technical Management and Graduate Info 701-340-7930. W-Nov13 Appt. Only degrees: MS Aeronautics, MBA Aviation and MS Management. 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Questions Call 701- 701-839-0475 or 701-721- 2031 N Broadway Learn on your own, weekly assignments requirements by instructor Furniture, Tools, Movies, 626-2712. 0475. tfn Please verify technology requirements Misc. & Interesting Items tfn • Late Fall Session (term 20FALL2) 8 week session. Session dates: Monday - Saturday - REAL ESTATE HELP WANTED Monday, October 26 - Saturday, December 19, 2020. Registration 8:30 AM to 6 PM dates: Monday, July 6 - Sunday, October 25, 2020. Late registration Sunday - 12 PM to 5 PM dates: Monday, October 26 - Wednesday, October 28, 2020 IMMEDIATE FULL AND 15% Military Discount! VIRTUAL EDUCATION COURSES - SYNCHRONOUS PART TIME OPENINGS for Student and instructor are online anywhere at the same time/set https://www.facebook.com/ daytime and evening custodial schedule. Please verify technology requirements. 4rhomethrift positions cleaning buildings at • Late Fall Session (term 20FALL2) 8 week session the Minot Air Force Base. Pay Session dates: Monday, October 26 - Saturday, December 19, 2020 is $14.49/hour plus health & Registration dates: Monday, July 6 - Sunday, October 25, 2020 GARAGE SALE welfare benefi t. Hours Days 8a Late registration dates: Monday, October 26, 2020 - Wednesday, or 9a-fi nish typically Monday October 28, 2020 3721 E. BURDICK EXPY 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home through Friday, may include Please call to schedule an appointment. 701-727-8386. Linde L. Paige, HUGE VINTAGE & built in 2012. Newly remodeled weekend work. Nights 5p-fi nish. M.S.A., Program Coordinator COLLECTIBLE SALE! Every with waterproof laminate and Apply in person at: 605 27th St SE, Minot ND 58701 or contact: Weekend, Weather Permitting. Many quartz countertops. Main fl oor rooms include kitchen, dining, Matt Mackey By email or PARK UNIVERSITY MINOT – Old Pictures, Old Books, Pottery, living and 1/2 bath. 2nd fl oor has phone at [email protected] Your degree, Your way. 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