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There and back again: a commander’s journey AIRMAN 1ST CLASS JESSICA WEISSMAN | 5TH BOMB WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

MINOT AIR FORCE come back to Minot as a Townsend said he is for Airmen here and at all both the 5th Bomb Wing and BASE, N.D., -- In 1992, commander,” he said. “[One honored to have served the missile and bomber bases the 91st Missile Wing.” a young college graduate of my responsibilities] was three tours at Minot AFB under the command. commissioned through the completing building 695, and and credits the people Townsend’s next adventure University of Oklahoma’s it was an honor to see that he’s worked with for his will take him to Barksdale Air Force Reserve Offi cer’s project through from start to successful career. AFB, Louisiana, to work Col. Kelvin Townsend, 91st Missile Training Course and began fi nish.” “What I plan to take to at Air Force Global Strike Wing vice commander, speaks at his going-away ceremony at Minot his journey in the U.S. Air Following his second tour my next job is the passion Command. Air Force Base, N.D., July 14, 2017. Force. at Minot, Townsend moved for the mission that I have “It’s been an honor, and After three separate tours to Minot Col. Kelvin Townsend, across the country again - learned from the men and I truly mean that,” said AFB, Townsend’s next assignment is 91st Missile Wing vice this time from New Mexico women I have served with Townsend. “It’s amazing at Barksdale AFB, Louisiana. commander, started his career to Washington D.C. to here,” said Townsend. “I’ll that so many people have U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO | AIRMAN 1ST at Minot Air Force Base as California. work to make things better supported me throughout CLASS JESSICA WEISSMAN a second lieutenant serving Then, in 2015 after 11 in a variety of positions and moves, Townsend returned reaching senior combat crew to his roots at Minot as instructor. the 91st Missile Wing vice AF opens retraining to second Looking back at his fi rst commander, where he has assignment here, Townsend been serving since June 2015. remembers his friends and “My responsibility as term, career Airmen colleagues the most. the vice wing commander KAT BAILEY | AIR FORCE PERSONNEL CENTER PUBLIC AFFAIRS “One of the best memories is simply to make sure the I have to this day, is playing wing functions the way the football in the wintertime,” wing commander wants it,” JOINT BASE SAN the retraining advisory and to all entry-level AFSCs,” said Townsend. “For as much he said. “I take his intent, ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, notes closely to avoid delays Reece said. “You’ll still as people complained, we get it to Airmen and ensure Texas (AFNS) -- in the application process, want to visit the enlisted always found fun, quirky, it happens. Since we’re not The Air Force particularly regarding retraining advisory because things to do even in the the home base, my main has announced the eligibility.” AF-WIN doesn’t tell you if winter, from playing football responsibilities are facilities, Noncommissioned Offi cer To apply for NCORP, a career fi eld is available or to playing broomball, which manpower and money.” Retraining Program for fi scal Airmen must be on their if you meet the eligibility is basically playing hockey Each tour spent at Minot year 2018 and will update the second or subsequent qualifi cations.” with a broom and a ball.” AFB resonated diff erently for number of slots available on enlistment, be a staff sergeant AFPC will host two active At the end of his fi rst Townsend. the retraining advisory on or or staff sergeant-select duty Enlisted Retraining assignment, Townsend “This last tour was by far about Aug. 2, 2017. through master sergeant and webcasts for second term left broomball behind my favorite because I [was Designed to balance and have a minimum fi ve-skill and career Airmen Aug. 2, and moved across the able to] interact with various sustain the enlisted force as level in their control AFSC 2017, at 8 a.m. and 4:30 continental U.S. six times, units and Airmen,” he said. the Air Force continues to or a three-skill level for those p.m. Central Daylight Time. spanning Washington D.C. to “I just love connecting with grow, the program allows AFSCs where a fi ve-level Airmen should use their California. Then, after more Airmen, whether it’s at the Airmen on their second or does not exist. Additionally, e-mail Common Access Card than a decade, Townsend First Term Airmen’s Center later enlistments in healthier staff sergeants must have certifi cate to authenticate and received orders back to or talking to someone at an Air Force specialties to fewer than 12 years, and log in 10 minutes early to the Magic City as the 91st event. We talk about who retrain into specialties with technical and master establish a good connection. Operations Support Squadron we are and what we enjoy; it lower inventories to meet sergeants no more than 16 Retraining information is commander. helps me realize who I am as current and future mission years of active service as of available and continuously “I was excited to a person and a commander.” needs. Sept. 30, 2017. updated on myPers. Click “The enlisted retraining The Air Force Work “Retraining” from the active- advisory on myPers is Interest Navigator, available duty enlisted landing page. updated in real time on the Retraining page on The online training advisory and assists Airmen with myPers, is a tool Airmen is listed under the “Tools” identifying career fi elds with may use to identify potential section. In addition, a live retraining-in quotas in their career fi elds of interest chat feature is available grade, or projected grade, if by answering a series of for Airmen on the First selected, that they might fi nd questions about functional Term Airmen Retraining interesting,” said Master Sgt. communities, job context and page. To chat live with a Kris Reece, the Air Force work activities. Total Force Service Center Personnel Center Enlisted “The AF-WIN tool creates representative, go to the page Skills Management Branch a customized job-interest and allow about 30 to 60 superintendent. “We advise report from your responses seconds for a representative potential applicants to check and compares your interests to come online. NORTHERN SENTRY FRIDAY, AUGUST 4, 2017 3 New annual Mental Health Assessment CONTACTUS Tonya Stuart-Melland requirement begins July 31 Sales Manager | Ad Designer PETER HOLSTEIN | AIR FORCE SURGEON GENERAL PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE [email protected] Beth Duchsherer tarting July 31, “This assessment specific post-deployment the Air Force will Ad Designer | Sales Representative 2017, Airmen gives Airmen an annual screenings. utilize existing Base [email protected] undergoing opportunity to review Airmen will continue to Operational Medical their annual their mental health with fill out the DD form 3024 Clinic protocols to MINOT AIR FORCE BASE Periodic a medical provider and online for their annual accomplish these PUBLIC AFFAIRS HealthS Assessment discuss any concerns PHA, which already PHAs. Chief of Public Affairs may notice something they may have,” said Col includes the mental health Airmen who Lt Col. Jamie Humphries new. A Mental Health Steven Pflanz, Air Force questions. Airmen will underwent a PHA in Public Affairs Offi cer Assessment will now Director of Psychological speak with a trained 2017 prior to July Lt. Danielle Lucero be part of every annual Health. “Making the healthcare provider or 31, 2017 do not PHA, to help ensure that process routine for licensed mental health have an additional Chief Editor Airmen suffering from everyone reduces stigma professional to complete requirement to Airman 1st Class Jessica Weissman undiagnosed mental health and makes it easier for the person-to-person retake it this year. issues are referred to the Airmen suffering from component. Most flight Their 2018 PHA will Staff Photojournalists necessary care. mental health problems to personnel will meet include the MHA Tech. Sgt. Jarad Denton Mental health issues obtain care.” face-to-face, and most interview with a Tech. Sgt. Evelyn Chavez are a serious problem The annual MHA fulfills non-flight personnel will medical provider. Staff Sgt. Chad Trujillo for U.S. Armed Forces a requirement of the complete this section over Airmen can Staff Sgt. Kristine MacDonald and for the Air Force. Fiscal Year 2015 National the phone. monitor their Senior Airman Apryl L. Hall These illnesses are often Defense Authorization Members of the Air individual medical Senior Airman Sahara Fales not visible to others, Act, and uses established National Guard and readiness using Senior Airman Justin Armstrong making them difficult to Department of Defense Air Force Reserve will their MyIMR page Airman 1st Class Jonathan McElderry diagnose and leading to questions for early begin the annual MHA at https://imr.afms. Airman 1st Class Alyssa Akers unnecessary suffering. detection of mental health later in August. For mil/imr/MyIMR. Airman 1st Class Dillon Audit By implementing yearly issues. The questions Airmen stationed at bases aspx. This page also Airman 1st Class Ashley Boster screening, more Airmen in included in the MHA are with MTFs belonging contains location Airman Basic Dalton Shank the early stages of mental the same that Airmen to other Services, specific information, Airman Basic Austin Thomas illness will be identified see on their pre- and efforts are underway to instruction, office and referred for treatment, post-deployment health ensure transfer of PHA hours and phone Media Relations helping them heal and screenings. Completing questionnaires between numbers to help COMMANDERS improving overall medical the annual MHA can the Services. Until this Airmen meet their 5th Bomb Wing Commander: readiness. even substitute for process is complete, IMR requirements. Col. Matthew R. Brooks 5th Bomb Wing Vice Commander: Col. David Ballew AF offers high year of tenure extensions to 91st Missile Wing Commander: Col. Colin J. Connor 91st Missile Wing Vice Commander: retain experienced Airmen Col. Craig Ramsey KAT BAILEY | AIR FORCE PERSONNEL CENTER PUBLIC AFFAIRS NEWSSUBMISSIONS Northern Sentry Offi ce JOINT BASE SAN as intelligence, surveillance right level, with commanders 24 months may, if [email protected] | 701.839.0946 ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, and reconnaissance, who know their mission and otherwise eligible, Texas (AFNS) -- maintenance, nuclear, cyber Airmen best.” request an extension MAFB Public Affairs Offi ce The Air Force is off ering and special operations to help The HYT program allows under the fi scal [email protected] high year of tenure improve readiness. eligible senior airmen, staff 2017/2018 program. 701.723.6212 extensions to active-duty “Squadron commanders sergeants, technical sergeants However, the total Airmen in certain shortage may approve extensions for and master sergeants in number of months of MAIL&FAX Air Force specialty codes qualifi ed Airmen, which targeted AFSCs and grades HYT extension for 315 South Main Street, Suite 202 and grades eff ective Aug. 1, reinforces the Air Force to apply for a high year of their approved AFSC PO Box 2183 2017. Chief of Staff ’s eff orts to tenure extension between and grade cannot Minot, ND 58701 | 701.839.1867 High year of tenure, or revitalize squadrons,” said 12 and 24 months in order exceed 24 months. VIEWONLINE HYT, refers to the maximum Col. Erik Bovasso, the Air for the Air Force to retain “For example, an number of years enlisted Force Personnel Center experience and enhance Airman approved www.northernsentry.com Airmen in each grade may Military Sustainment and mission eff ectiveness and for a Hardship HYT www.minot.af.mil remain on active duty. Transitions Programs readiness. extension for a period FACEBOOK This voluntary extension division chief. “This “Although retention is of 12 months, who Minot Air Force Base - Northern opportunity focuses on purposeful empowerment high in some career fi elds meets the eligibility Sentry. The Northern Sentry is pub- retaining experienced Airmen places the approval authority and (fi scal year 2016 and criteria, may request lished by BHG, Inc., a private fi rm in shortage specialties such and responsibility at the 2017) retention programs an additional extension operating independently of the U.S. were successful, the Air of up to 12 months Air Force. Contents of the Northern Force needs to ensure under the FY 17/18 Sentry are not necessarily the of- experienced Airmen are program,” Bovasso fi cial views of, or endorsed by, the available to complete the said. U.S. government, the Department mission as well as train new The window for of Defense or the Department of the Airmen,” Bovasso said. submitting an HYT Air Force. The offi cial newssource for Minot Air Force Base is www. “HYT extensions will help extension request minot.af.mil. The appearance of improve mission capability in via the application advertising in this publication, includ- key areas where readiness is on myPers is Aug. 1, ing inserts or supplements, doesn’t currently strained.” 2017, through May constitute endorsements by the DoD, Eligibility for HYT is 31, 2018. Qualifi ed the Department of the Air Force or limited to those AFSCs and Airmen should BHG Inc., of the products or services grades posted on the matrix check with the career advertised. Everything advertised in on myPers, and is based on development element this publication shall be made avail- the Airman’s control AFSC at their local force able for purchase, use or patron- as listed in the Military support squadron for age without regard to race, color, Personnel Data System on details, as specifi c religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, July 21, 2017. timelines depend on political affi liation, or any other non- “The Air Force will notify the Airman’s current merit factor of the purchasers, users Airmen via email of their HYT date. or patrons. We welcome your stories eligibility to request an Find additional and photos of interest to the reader- extension,” Bovasso said. information about ship of the Northern Sentry. Minot Air “Airmen must have a HYT eligibility criteria, Force Base Public Affairs reserves the date of Oct. 1, 2017, through application process right to not authorize publication.The Sept. 30, 2018, to be eligible and other specifi cs on Northern Sentry deadline for sub- under this program.” myPers. Select “Active mission of materials is at noon the Airmen with a previous Duty Enlisted” from Tuesday before publication date. HYT extension approved the dropdown menu for a period of less than and search “HYT.” 4 FRIDAY, AUGUST 4, 2017 NORTHERN SENTRY

U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO | AIRMAN 1ST CLASS JONATHAN MCELDERRY Members of Team Minot participate in the Minot Monday Community Walks at Minot Air Force Base, N.D., July 23, 2017. These walks last from 45 minutes to an hour and are used to promote health and wellness in the base community. Walking on sunshine: Minot Monday Community Walks AIRMAN 1ST CLASS JONATHAN MCELDERRY | MINOT AIR FORCE BASE PUBLIC AFFAIRS

INOT AIR and are held at various The HAWC promotes want to emphasize how families and what their FORCE locations across base. good health for Airmen important walking is role is to inform those BASE, “The biggest reason we and their families, and for your body. It’s great who aren’t aware of M N.D. -- do this is to bring people there are numerous for the heart, improves their programs. During the months of together and promote benefits of walking. your sleep, self-esteem, “We’ve gotten other July and August, the physical activity,” said “Walking has several blood pressure and it’s agencies across base Health and Wellness Sheena Swanner, 5th benefits because it’s low impact for those to help lead each walk Center hosts Minot Medical Operations good for people’s who aren’t able to run so Airmen’s families Monday Community Squadron health mental, physical and consistently.” have a better chance Walks from 10-11 a.m. promotion dietician. spiritual health,” The HAWC has been of seeing the other at Minot Air Force Base, “It’s a great way for Swanner said. “Part of hosting these walks resources here on base,” North Dakota. the community to come being healthy is simply every summer, but said Lori Halvorson, The walks last from together and engage in moving and being decided to include 5th Medical Operations 45 minutes to an hour healthy behavior.” physically active so we other helping agencies Squadron health this year. For every promotion coordinator. walk, there’s a different “We also brought those agency representative agencies in to get more leading it. community involvement The Child and Youth from them.” Programs, Family After the walks, a Advocacy Program, member of Minot AFB Minot AFB Homes, Homes gives free frozen 36 days until the ball community support snacks to the walkers. coordinators and To participate, anyone chaplains all have can simply show up at representatives leading the time and location of the walks. the walks. During each walk, For more information, the leaders talk about contact Swanner at (701) what their unit does 723-5274. for Airmen and their NORTHERN SENTRY FRIDAY, AUGUST 4, 2017 5 6 FRIDAY, AUGUST 4, 2017 NORTHERN SENTRY NORTHERN SENTRY FRIDAY, AUGUST 4, 2017 7 8 FRIDAY, AUGUST 4, 2017 NORTHERN SENTRY DINING, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Rugby’s Village Fair expanded Saturday Night Pre-Party Features Band, Beer, Brisket Salted Caramel Cookie Bars CATHY JELSING, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | PRAIRIE VILLAGE MUSEUM

ugby’s Prairie attendees with free scanning barn, and Arlene Johnson Village Museum and electronic copies of and her miniature horses is kicking personal historic documents giving cart rides on the Roff its annual and photos. She is especially Village green. celebration with a Saturday interested in items related A harmonica “choir,” made Night Pre-Party featuring up of the more craft beer tasting, barbecued than 30 kids who ribs and brisket, and participated in music by bluegrass/rock/ the museum’s folk band Wild Hands. “Traders & The all-ages pre-party Trappers starts at 6 p.m. Saturday, Rendezvous” Aug. 12. The museum’s will perform 32nd annual Village Fair “Oh Suzanna.” opens at 8:30 a.m. Sunday, They’ll also Aug. 13, featuring pioneer dance “The demonstrations, live music Red River and traditional fair food. Jig” and share Saturday night attendees a few words will have a chance to about what they learn about and sample learned at this a variety of craft brews year’s Museum Cook Car Cooking: The 32nd annual Village Fair, made by Minot’s Souris featuring pioneer demonstrations -- like cooking in Camp. River Brewing Co., dine on the cook car, goes into full swing 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tanner Henry’s 90-Wt Barbecued Sunday, Aug. 13. Lind will be Ribs & demonstrating printing in Brisket, the village print shop. Julia and enjoy Petrovic of Slavic Heritage “original Farm will have goat’s milk North Dakota soaps and salves for sale in music” the summer kitchen. Gerald by Wild Harmel will be handing out Hands band nails to all challengers at the members Max Hamerschlagen stumps. And Patzner, Joe visitors can view artwork Andrus, Nick by adult and children’s art Holwegner workshop participants on the INGREDIENTS: and friends. Jim LaRocque: Metis fi ddler Jim LacRocque of Belcourt, second fl oor of Silva School. N.D., performs at the 32nd annual Village Fair on Sunday, 1 1/2 sticks (6 ounces) unsalted butter, melted Featured Aug. 13, at the Prairie Village Museum, Rugby. Food service begins 1 cup Imperial Sugar Dark Brown Sugar on the Prairie at 8:30 a.m. with KZZJ- 1 large egg plus 1 egg yolk Public Television series to WWI KKWZ’s 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon fi ne salt “Prairie Musicians,” Wild and other annual pancake 1 1/2 cups (6.75 ounces) all-purpose fl our Hands performs nationally military breakfast. 1 1/2 cups (9 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips and is releasing a new three- confl icts. Beginning at 11 ounces caramel candy squares, unwrapped part record series “Growing Fairgoers noon, Friends of 3 tablespoons heavy cream Flaked sea salt Like a Weed.” Wild Hands strolling the Prairie Village *Spoon & Sweep method: Use a spoon to fi ll measuring cup with fl our will return to the Village boardwalk Museum will until required amount is obtained. Scooping measuring cup directly Fair Sunday, appearing in will fi nd a be serving into fl our bag will fi rmly pack fl our resulting in too much fl our required for recipe. rotation with traditional preacher pulled pork Dixieland band Dakota preaching in sandwiches, Dixie of Minot and Metis the church freshly grilled INSTRUCTIONS: fi ddler Jim LaRocque of (9:15 a.m.), hamburgers, Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8 by 8-inch pan with aluminum Belcourt. cooks hotdogs and foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray. “Music sets the tone baking in Polish sausage, Combine butter with sugar and stir until smooth. If still very hot, of the Village Fair,” says the cook German potato let cool slightly. Stir in egg, egg yolk, and vanilla until smooth. museum executive director car, a salad and Calico Add in salt and fl our and stir until combined. Gently stir in Cathy Jelsing. “Our goal seamstress Baked Beans. chocolate chips. is to provide a musical sewing in Visitors will In a microwave-safe bowl combine caramels and heavy cream. fl avor of days-gone-by that the dress fi nd a variety Microwave in 30 second bursts, stirring between bursts, until contemporary audiences will shop, of other treats mixture is melted and smooth. Be careful not to overheat. Fun for kids: Live farm animals help Press half cookie dough evenly into prepared pan. Pour the enjoy.” blacksmiths bring Prairie Village Museum to life throughout caramel evenly over dough. Sprinkle all over with sea salt. Jelsing expects another big hammering during the annual Village Fair. This the Village Scoop remaining dough into spoonfuls over caramel, gently draw at this year’s Village in the year Arlene Johnson will give free including spreading until caramel is mostly covered. Sprinkle with ad- horse-n-cart rides with her miniature Fair will be new acquisitions blacksmith horses. Juneberry ice ditional sea salt. to the museum’s collection shop, kids cream, root Bake for 30 minutes, or until golden brown. Allow to cool to room temperature before chilling for 30 minutes to make bars being unveiled a couple tending animals by the livery beer fl oats, homemade pie, easier to cut. Slice into large bars or squares and serve. Store in days prior to the fair. popcorn and sarsaparilla. an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. “I can’t announce yet A two-day Village Fair what the acquisitions pass is $10 for adults/ are or how they came seniors. Admission for one to us, but I think day is $7 for adults; $6 for people will be excited seniors, veterans and college to see the items and students; $3 for kids 7-17; learn the story behind and free for kids 6 and them.” The artifacts under. Geographical Center will be on display in Historical Society members the museum’s Old and active-duty military Main gallery. attend for free. For the Also on display in complete fair schedule visit Old Main gallery will www.prairievillagemuseum. be a traveling exhibit com. on World War I The Village Fair is supported by a World sponsored in part by the War I and America Saturday Night Pre-Party: Wild Hands band North Dakota Council on grant. In conjunction members Max Patzner, Joe Andrus and Nick the Arts, Pierce County with the exhibit, Holwegner, Minot, will perform are performing Endowment Fund, Rugby Aug. 12 and 13 at Prairie Village Museum in collections manger Rugby. The Saturday Night Pre-Party features Convention and Visitors’ Stephanie Steinke craft beer tasting by Souris River Brewing Co. Bureau, and Northside is providing fair and Henry’s 90-Wt Ribs & Brisket. Lounge, Rugby. THE LIGHTER SIDE NORTHERN SENTRY FRIDAY, AUGUST 4, 2017 9 CROSSWORD PUZZLE

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he start of are on sale. Take advantage as those that cost much “The fox squirrel is a recent arrival in North Da- the new of these sales to get the more just because of a cute kota…It is believed to have arrived in southeastern school year biggest bang for your buck. cover. North Dakota from Minnesota and South Dakota is just around • See what you already • Check second-hand- in the 1940s, and became well-established along the corner. have - Just because a new stores - Athletics can be a wooded streams and in tree planting and shelter- Whether you school year is about to start major expense for youth; belts.” haveT one child or several doesn’t mean everything equipment costs a lot of – “Mammals of North Dakota” by Robert Seabloom. children, this time of year has to be new. If your money. Many second-hand can put a dent in your bank child’s clothing or shoes sporting goods stores offer account. still fit and are in good well-maintained equipment The squirrels are win- them run up the deck sup- With a little extra shape, buying many new for a fraction of the price of ning. port post, slither onto the planning, you can save items does not make sense. new gear. Earlier this year, one downspout, and perform a yourself some money with Chances are, your child will • Stock up now - rambunctious squirrel al- gymnastic backfl ip to grab the following tips: outgrow the clothes and School supplies are very most met its demise at onto the rain gutter, which is • Set a back-to-school shoes during the upcoming inexpensive this time of the hands – make that the simply collecting dust. budget - Determine how year and you will need to year. Stock up on items mouth - of Garnet, a be- From there, it’s onto the much you can spend and purchase more down the your child or children may loved Brittany who believes roof and an easy jaunt to stick to your budget. road. The same applies run out of during the school her mission in life – other the array of feeders. • Start shopping early to backpacks, which can year (pencils, crayons, than anything bird hunting Currently those feed- - Taking the time to be the most expensive markers, etc.). related – is to defend the ers sit empty, a human at- comparison shop can help school supply you have Taking a little time planet from squirrels. tempt to discourage them you save. Many stores to buy. How is last year’s to plan can make a big Instead, Garnet was put from their acrobatic foray. already are starting to have backpack? If your child difference. For more in her place when the squir- The breaking point was the back-to-school sales. If can reuse it, you will save resources on setting rel got revenge by nipping day Garnet and her Britta- you shop early, you have money. financial goals and creating her in the nose, causing ny sister, Eider, sat outside a chance of beating the • Don’t buy unnecessary a budget, visit the NDSU Garnet to release her toothy watching not one, not two, crowds and having a much items - Stick to the school Extension Personal and grip, and send the squirrel not three, but four squirrels more relaxing shopping supply list. Buying extra skedaddling into the trees. scampering on the roof of Family Finance webpage at Now, it seems the en- the house. experience. items may make your child www.ag.ndsu.edu/money. • Shop sales - This time or children happy, but if tire squirrel population in They knew the dogs were Source: Carrie Johnson, a 3-mile radius has come watching and they weren’t of year, most retail stores items are not on the list, NDSU Extension Service offer back-to-school together seeking revenge thrilled at the thought of the children likely will not personal and family finance on Garnet and the entire a four-squirrel, two-dog specials. School supplies, use them. Also, the 15-cent specialist, 701-231-8593, clothing and shoes typically household. chase, so they taunted the notebooks are just as good [email protected] They claimed the bird- frustrated canines from the bath on the deck as their lofty heights above. own, even though fi nches Besides, they were un- and other feathered friends happy the balcony deck Make Sure Immunizations Are on sneak in for a precious sip feeders were empty. of water when the four- Perhaps squirrel activity Your Back-to-School To Do List legged furry critters take a will taper off this winter and NORTH DAKOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH respite. the feeders can once again Lately, though, the squir- provide much needed food rels have literally taken to during a winter that hope- BISMARCK, N.D. – diseases such as measles, in North Dakota, children new heights to antagonize fully brings moisture. The new school year will mumps and pertussis in must have: the household. In the meantime, they be here before you know our schools,” according • five doses of DTaP They discovered the bird- continue harassing Eider it, and the North Dakota to Lexie Barber, an (diphtheria, tetanus and feeders on a balcony deck and Garnet, slurping from Department of Health epidemiologist with the acellular pertussis) – one for sunfl owers, one the birdbath, climbing the (NDDoH) would like to NDDoH. If you haven’t • four doses of IPV for niger seed, and another deck, and, now, laughing remind parents to make done so, check with your (polio) for peanuts-in-the-shell for at the dogs from above. sure their children are up healthcare provider to find • three doses of HBV blue jays. Technically, they’re fox to date on immunizations. out which vaccines your (hepatitis B) For years, that feeder squirrels, similar but about North Dakota state law child needs. Once your • two doses of MMR was the blue jay’s haven. 20 percent larger and more requires students in grades child is up to date, be sure (measles, mumps and They love peanuts. orange in color than gray kindergarten through 12 to get a copy of his or her rubella) Finches revel in the niger squirrels. meet a minimum number immunization record to • two doses of varicella feeder. But Eider and Garnet of required immunizations submit to the school. (chickenpox) vaccine But then, the squirrels don’t care about that. They before they are allowed This week, the NDDoH In addition, students became acrobats. do care that, just as they to attend school. Children sent letters to parents entering 7th grade will OK, admittedly they’re have throughout much of have a 30-day grace of children entering need: acrobatic as they dance North Dakota, fox squirrels period from the start of kindergarten and 7th grade • one dose of Tdap among tree branches, seem to have expanded the school year before who are not yet up to (tetanus, diphtheria, and pausing to nibble on veg- their claim on their yard. they will be excluded date for required school acellular pertussis) etation such as elm buds or Eider and Garnet have from school for not entry immunizations. • one dose of MCV4 pinecones. made it their mission to meeting immunization “Children who are not (meningococcal disease) But these squirrels have defend that yard. One can requirements. The NDDoH immunized are not only Cost should not be mastered the art of going almost see their doggie is encouraging parents at risk of becoming a barrier to getting up a downspout. minds plotting against the to get their children ill from a variety of children up to date on Perhaps it’s only fi tting squirrels. vaccinated now, rather diseases but are also able vaccinations. Children squirrels go up the down- Unfortunately, one can than waiting until the start to transmit diseases to who are American Indian, spout this year because, af- almost see the squirrels of school. others, including those on Medicaid, uninsured or ter all, heaven only knows plotting equally as hard “Ensuring children are who may not be able to be whose insurance does not there aren’t any raindrops against not only two dogs up to date on vaccinations vaccinated due to various cover vaccines can receive going down. but two humans, as well. is the best way to keep medical conditions,” said vaccine at no cost through Admittedly, it is some- And the squirrel saga students healthy and stop Barber. the Vaccines for Children what interesting watching continues… the spread of infectious Before entering school Program (VFC). Contact your health care provider or local public health unit if you believe your child could be eligible for VFC vaccines. For more information on school immunization NORTHERN SENTRY requirements, contact Lexie Barber, North Dakota Department of Health, at 701.328.2335, 839.0946 | [email protected] or visit our website at www.ndhealth.gov/ immunize. NORTHERN SENTRY FRIDAY, AUGUST 4, 2017 11

Al Udeid Air Base launches Chief shadowing program TECH. SGT. AMY M. LOVGREN

AL UDEID AIR they do or the route it events provided a to retired Chief Master one day,” said Doyle. BASE, Qatar – A group takes to get there,” said glimpse into the Sgt. Agnes Villalobos. “Hopefully, they will of Airmen are sitting Hill. challenges and concerns I worked for her three stay in touch and become together and this question The process started that occur, along with different times in my lifelong mentors and is asked: “Who knows with communicating how they take care of career and she always mentees.” what the Chief does?” the idea to the Desert the Airmen and their held me to high standards With a blank look on Chiefs professional families. and expectations,” each of their faces and organization. Doyle and “He impressed me said Miller. “I see this a few vague answers, an Hill spoke about the with the position’s opportunity to give back U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Quae idea for a new program is purpose of the program, descriptions for each as a tribute to the legacy Hayes, right, an analyst with the born. how the program would of his fellow staff and foundation she laid 379th Expeditionary Maintenance Group, talks with Chief Master Sgt. U.S. Air Force Tech. work, and answered any members,” said Saldivar. out for me and am sure Gloria Weatherspoon, a chief en- Sgt. Justinne Doyle, non- questions. “From the Airmen, co- many others.” listed manager with the 379th Expe- commissioned officer in “Without them, we workers, and superiors, Dreaming of the ditionary Forces Support Squadron at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, July 14, charge of decentralized would have no program,” he knew each position’s possibilities of where this 2017. Hayes is taking part in a Chief material support with said Hill. “There were a daily, weekly, and program could go, Doyle Shadowing Program and was paired the 23rd Expeditionary lot of Chiefs that thought monthly requirements.” and Hill’s faces light up up with Chief Master Sgt. Gloria Weatherspoon, left, a chief enlisted Aircraft Maintenance the program would be Seeing it as change, with excitement. manager with the 379th EFSS, for Unit and Staff Sgt. Leon beneficial and wanted to to paying it forward, “If it can catch on fire the day in order to receive a glimpse Hill, an assistant non- take part in it.” Miller saw this as an and go to other bases, it into the day-to-day actives of a Chief commission officer in In May, the program opportunity to honor his would be amazing. Many Master Sgt. in the U.S. Air Force. charge of decentralized had its first set of mentor. of us Airmen come in and U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO | TECH. SGT. AMY material support with the volunteers. Chief “I owe my success say, “I want to be a Chief M. LOVGREN 23rd EAMU, decided to Master Sgt. Jerry Miller, create a blueprint that superintendent with the would allow Airmen 609th Air Operations to see the duties, the Center and Tech. challenges that might Sgt. Joseph Saldivar, occur, and the day-to-day special handler/cargo life of a Chief. supervisor with the “I was lightly 8th Expeditionary Air introduce to the idea Mobility Squadron paired around 2014-2015 up. at Joint Base Lewis- “This opportunity McChord as we got an sounded awesome and I opportunity to shadow was certain I would gain a mission support some knowledge and group chief and got comprehension to apply to experience how within our operation,” insightful it was,” said said Saldivar. “I truly Doyle. “I brought up the believe in mentorship and notion and that’s when the possibilities it has to Picture your ad in the we [Hill] began talking shorten the performance about bridging the gap gap between high level- along with the benefits.” leadership and those on MINOT AIR FORCE BASE | WWW.NORTHERNSENTRY.COM “Airmen and younger the ground.” Call us today for more info! non-commission officers They spent their time 701-839-0946 may have a vision of one together by attending [email protected] day doing their job. I briefings and touring actually don’t know what facilities. The scheduled 12 FRIDAY, AUGUST 4, 2017 NORTHERN SENTRY

together to plan when and There are 150 launch high. Deter and defend: 91st where each team is going. facilities to maintain, secure “When the teams returns “It is a wing eff ort, and update with the codes to base, all of leadership MW code change not just one squadron, it changes. By the end of the welcomes them back,” involves everybody,” said week the teams have driven said Hollmann. “The AIRMAN 1ST CLASS DILLON J. AUDIT Hollmann. “There is a lot more than 1,000 miles to the maintenance teams will drive 5TH BOMB WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS of coordination for code various sites. in and we’ll help them with change. Scheduling the ops, “What diff ers from the cleaning and help move MINOT AIR FORCE 91st Missile Maintenance scheduling the cops, when, daily maintenance is the equipment, Commanders, BASE, N.D. -- Squadron NCO in charge of where and why we’re going magnitude of what we’re chiefs, sergeants, fi rst shirts, In order to maintain the Electrical Mechanical to be there. It’s a lot of doing,” said Hollmann everybody’s out there for security, the codes required Team. “The reason why orchestrating.” “Every single missile, within them. Just a good welcome to launch the 91st Missile we change our codes is the Senior Airman Michelle E. a fi ve week period, we home.” Wing’s 150 Stromme, maintain and care for.” Stromme said the Airmen Minuteman III emergency During these few weeks, work hard and leadership intercontinental Code change is usually in late summer medical leadership coordinates visits recognizes their dedication to ballistic missiles and there are times where its 100 degrees technician and events to keep morale the mission. are changed three days in a row and you’re either assigned every year during outside or in a truck,” said Stromme. to the 91st an approximate “It’s hot, it’s exhausting, and it’s a lot of MMXS, three-week work. So when leadership comes to visit, agrees that AF extends Health process. the Airmen know that their leadership it takes Airmen from supports them and encourages them to coordination Professions Loan the 91st MW use push on. and eff ort teamwork and from the Repayment Program coordination to continue the same when you update your whole wing for the code deterrence mission during the password on your computer, change to be successful. KAT BAILEY | AIR FORCE PERSONNEL CENTER PUBLIC AFFAIRS code change season. to prevent unauthorized “There’s a lot of comradery, “We don’t want the enemy access.” a lot of team building,” said OINT BASE repayment. to be able to break into or The change involves almost Stromme. “It’s a stressful and missiles, so we change our everyone in the 91st MW. JSAN ANTONIO- “The loan repayment hard week, but at the same RANDOLPH, Texas (AFNS) counts as income,” Converse codes annually,” said Master Operators, maintainers and time, it’s kind of like a rite of Sgt. Justin M. Hollmann, defenders all coordinate -- Application packages said. “We encourage offi cers passage.” for the Air Force’s Health with questions about the tax Professions Loan Repayment eff ects to consult with their Program will now be tax expert prior to applying accepted until Sept. 1, 2017. for the program.” Active-duty Biomedical Repayment may consist of Sciences Corps and Nurse loan amounts for principal, Corps offi cers are eligible to interest and reasonable apply. educational and living HPLRP provides an expenses, and are sent incentive for current active- directly to the lending duty medical personnel to institution on behalf of the extend their active duty HPLRP participant. commitment through the Offi cers may use HPLRP repayment of professional to repay any qualifi ed loans educational loans, provided obtained for their qualifying they are in the selected degree that allows them career fi elds and otherwise to hold their Air Force eligible. Specialty Code. “We want our people “The Air Force Offi cer to be able to balance their Classifi cation Directory commitment to serve their on myPers is the source country and support their document that provides the families,” said Maj. Connie type of qualifying degree the Converse, a Biomedical member requires in order to Sciences Corps utilization obtain their commission,” offi cer at the Air Force Converse said. “The expense Personnel Center. “This to obtain that degree is what initiative helps alleviate the Air Force considers some of the fi nancial burden eligible debt for this of student loans, instilling program.” greater confi dence about The service commitment their futures and allowing for HPLRP is a minimum of greater fl exibility for two years, Converse said. families.” Find additional The maximum loan information about the repayment is $40,000 per application requirements and year for up to two years, process on myPers. Select minus about 28 percent in “Active Duty Offi cer” from federal income taxes, which the dropdown menu and are taken out prior to lender search “HPLRP.” BACK TO SCHOOL SIDEWALK SALE MINOT AFB COMMISSARY AUGUST 15 & 16 We are going to have super savings Savings up to 75% off • All products are discounted HERE ARE SOME PRODUCTS TO LOOK FOR

• Kellogg’s Despicable Me cereal • Del Monte Pineapple • Rice Krispies Cereal, Fruit Loops • Chex Mix • Corn Pops and Apple Jacks • Fruit Gushers • Keebler Ice Cream Cones • Back to Nature crackers/ cookies • Pringles • Back to Nature Juice • Charmin Toilet Paper • Renuzit • Bounty Paper Towels • Wisk Detergent • Kettle Chips • Sun Detergent • Sparkle Paper Towels • Combo’s • Hefty Foam Plates • ICEE Pops • Hellmann Mayo • Kellogg’s Fruit Snacks • Country Crock • Pop Tarts • Animal Crackers • Sunny Delight Juice • Presto Bags • Campbells Soup • Russell Stovers • Spaghettio’s • Dove Soap • Cooper Cheese • Monster • Arizona Tea • Del Monte Vegetables WEDNESDAY – WATERMELON EATING CONTEST 1:30 WEDNESDAY – CHARTUNOVA WILD GAME FOOD DEMO COOPER CHEESE DEMO Look for meat & produce deals We are working on more deals for you! NORTHERN SENTRY FRIDAY, AUGUST 4, 2017 13 SECTION 2

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Tuskegee Airman trail blazes through history

AIRMAN 1ST CLASS TRISTAN BIESE | 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

JOINT BASE LANGLEY- pressure for him. to,” said Cotten of the U.S. really good moments in the July 18, 2017. Cotten served from EUSTIS, Va. -- “I accepted that pressure Air Force. “It’s because I military.” August 1945 to January, 1966. Dur- ing the fi rst part of his career Cotten In the early 20th century and I wanted that,” he said. listened, I became educated U.S. Air Force (Retired) Chief Master was assigned to the Army Air Corps, the military was a diff erent “I tried to carry myself in and I feel as though as a Sgt. James Cotten, poses for a pho- 334th Fighter Interceptor Squadron experience for some. a manner where I would be result of that I had some to after an interview in Norfolk, Va., to work with the Tuskegee Airmen. Among those members respected. I always kept my was retired Chief Master shoes shined, my uniform Sgt. James Cotten, a well pressed and presented Tuskegee Airman, who was an appearance that I felt the drafted at the age of 18 in American people would like 1945. to see.” “I learned about respect,” While Cotten, an air said Cotten. “Regardless of operations specialist, was what color you are, whether stationed at Lockbourne you’re male or female, what Army Air Field, the U.S. got me through was my military went through a respect and understanding of lot of changes. In 1947 the people.” U.S. Air Force became its Formed in 1941, Tuskegee own military branch and Airmen was the name in 1948 the U.S. Military given to a group of U.S. became desegregated; after Army Air Corps service which Cotton became the members during and after fi rst African-American to World War II that were be assigned to Langley Air primarily assigned to the Force Base. 332nd Fighter Group and “I felt very proud,” said the 477th Bombardment Cotten. “I was treated with Group. The Tuskegee were dignity and respect, and I comprised African-American treated my counterparts the Airmen who accomplished same.” pilot, maintenance, air fi eld From 1950 to 1966, Cotten management and many other was assigned too many other duties. military installations until “We were really doing he retired as a chief master something in the interest of sergeant at McGuire Air the nation,” said Cotten. “We Force Base, New Jersey. were considered to be elite Even after serving 21 personnel. We were taught years in the U.S. Armed every day that this was Forces, Cotten continued to another day to excel.” work as a civilian with the Being a part of the Department of Defense for Tuskegee Airmen was a another 45 years while still great opportunity for Cotten, living in New Jersey. however being a part of an “If I was in another elite unit that represented organization, I might not his heritage as an African- have been able to climb American also created the ladder like I was able 14 FRIDAY, AUGUST 4, 2017 NORTHERN SENTRY

Cold War hero laid to rest SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE PUBLIC AFFAIRS WITH CONTRIBUTIONS FROM 55TH WING

ARLINGTON, Va. “For over 150 years, the former Soviet Union. awarded the Silver Star, with his service to our (AFNS) -- since the Civil War, our Out of the six-man Distinguished Flying nation. Now it’s our His final journey nation has honored her crew, only Olmstead, Cross and Purple Heart. privilege to present our began with the beat of fallen patriots right here Maj. Willard Palm, Olmstead was part nation’s flag in honor a drum. The sky was at Arlington National aircraft commander, and of the 55th Wing’s of Freeman Bruce clear. A light breeze was Cemetery – this is sacred Capt. John McKone, inaugural hall of fame Olmstead, Colonel, blowing as the hero’s ground we’re on,” Foust navigator, were able to class in 1999 and the United States Air Force.” family, friends and began. “These hallowed successfully eject from wing’s squadron of the Shots echoed across well-wishers followed marble stones, that the aircraft. The Air year trophy bares his the gravestones and into the flag-draped coffin surround us, stand as Force conducted a search and McKone’s names. the distance as the Honor carried by the caisson solemn memorials to for the missing plane and To further honor him, a Guard honored the fallen pulled by six black those who answer our crew, but no trace was single RC-135 from the hero with a three-volley horses. nation’s call to serve. found. 55th Wing, Offutt Air salute and a bugler On July 27, 2017, Some served a few years, Palm died in the frigid Force Base, Nebraska, played taps. In a fitting retired Col. Freeman some served many years, water. Olmstead and provided the fly over for tribute, Brig. Gen. John “Bruce” Olmstead some made the ultimate McKone were picked the ceremony. Rauch, the presiding was laid to rest, with sacrifice, but each one up by a Soviet fishing More than 40 years officer and a former full military honors, served so that we may vessel and later charged after his experience as 55th Wing commander, at Arlington National have the freedom we with espionage and a POW, his story ended presented the flag to Cemetery our nation’s enjoy to this day. This imprisoned in Lubyanka when, on Oct. 14, 2016, Olmstead’s widow. most hallowed cemetery. morning we’ve gathered prison in Moscow. Olmstead passed away at “On behalf of the Many turned out to in this garden of stones During his days in the age 81 in his home. President of the United pay their respects to a to remember, and honor, captivity, Olmstead “You’ve gathered States, the United States man who will always one of our nation’s overcame obstacles here today because Air Force and a grateful be remembered for his heroes. This morning we such as constant Bruce was special to nation, please accept this many years of dedicated honor Colonel Freeman interrogations, sleep each of you. You’ve flag as a symbol of our service and personal 'Bruce' Olmstead.” deprivation and little to come to say your final appreciation for your sacrifices that included The chaplain described no food. Resisting all farewells, and to thank loved one’s honorable spending more than 200 how, on July 1, 1960, efforts of exploitation, God for all he meant and faithful service.” days as a prisoner of then-Capt. Bruce he and McKone were to you,” the chaplain war in a Russian prison Olmstead, an RB- released from Russia and said. “Just across the during the height of the 47 Stratojet co-pilot returned home in January Potomac River, near the Cold War. assigned to the 343rd 1961. World War II Memorial, Service members render full hon- With his widow Gail Strategic Reconnaissance “Upon their return stands a monument to ors for retired Col. Freeman Bruce seated and surrounded Squadron, 55th Strategic to the U.S., Bruce another American hero. Olmstead’s funeral at Arlington Na- by others at the grave Reconnaissance Wing, tional Cemetery, Arlington, Va. July and his fellow crew The inscription thereon 27, 2017. Olmstead, an Air Force site, Air Force Chaplain and his crew, were member were greeted reads, ‘In life he honored veteran and prisoner of war survivor, (Capt.) Scott Foust took shot down by a MiG- by President John F. the flag, in death, the passed away Oct. 14, 2016. his place and began the 19 Soviet Fighter over Kennedy,” Foust said. flag shall honor him.’ eulogy. international waters near Olmstead was Bruce honored the flag US AIR FORCE PHOTO | ANDY MORATAYA BASE AND AREA ANNOUNCEMENTS NORTHERN SENTRY FRIDAY, AUGUST 4, 2017 15

TODAY UPOMING EVENTS - AUGUST 11 cation Building, 156 Missile Ave. #219, or call us at • Last day for participants without base access • Rockers Bar & Grill and the Jimmy Doolittle 701-727-5535 or email [email protected] . to register for the 2017 Show & Shine Car Show at Center are closed in support of the Team Minot Auto Hobby. Family Celebration EMBRY-RIDDLE AERONAUTICAL • Superhero First Friday 5K, 0730, Fitness • TAP GPS Workshop, 0800-1600, A&FRC, UNIVERSITY IS NOW REGISTERING Center held at Professional Development Center FOR THE FALL 2017 TERM (8 Sept-9 • Fit Family Boot Camp, 0930, Fitness Center • Fit Family Boot Camp, 0930, Fitness Center Nov). To sign up for Undergraduate and Graduate • Golf Clinics with LPGA Professional Amy • Fit To Fight, 1200, Fitness Center courses, please stop by the ERAU offi ce, located Reed, 1000-1600, Golf Course (On course play • Alpha Warrior Celebrity Meet & Greet, 1200- inside the Base Education Center Bldg, Room 223 from 1600-1800) 1230, at the Base Exchange, 1430-1730, at the or email your request to [email protected] . If you • Fit To Fight, 1200, Fitness Center Team Minot Family Celebration have any questions, please call 701-727-9007. • Torch Club, 1600, Youth Center • Torch Club, 1600, Youth Center • Tailgate First Friday, 1600-2100, Food served • Keystone Club, 1830, Youth Center MAGIC CITY GAMES 8/04/2017 - 1600-1800, Jimmy Doolittle Center • Lights & Strikes Bowling, Every Fri, 2000, 8/06/20178:00 AM - 8:00 PM • Friday Fun Members Buff et, 1630, Rockers Bowling Center Many Locations - Minot Magic City Games is a Bar & Grill multi-sport event for athletes in North Dakota • Club Member Cash Drawing, 1730-1830, UPOMING EVENTS - AUGUST 12 hosted by local Minot businesses. Inspired Rockers Bar & Grill & Jimmy Doolittle Center • Minot vs Grand Forks Match Play by the Prairie Rose State Games, Magic City • Give Parents a Break, 1800-2200, Child Tournament, 1000, Golf Course Games hopes to promote physical fi tness, healthy Development Center & School Age Program • Chess Club, 1100, Base Library sportsmanship, and provide an opportunity for • Keystone Club, 1830, Youth Center • Alpha Warrior Battle Rig Event, 1300, Fitness amateur athletes and the general public to compete • Karaoke, 2000, Rockers Bar & Grill Center, held at Dock 1. (Shuttles will be provided together in multiple events. Thank you to all the • Lights & Strikes Bowling, Every Fri, 2000, from the Base Theater.) participating sponsors and businesses that are Bowling Center • Summer Reading Program Wrap-Up Party, making this event possible. We hope to continue 1300, Base Library this event for many years to come and with your SATURDAY • “Bowl The Night Away” with Lights & Strikes help we know it is possible. • Baby & Me Story Time, 1530, Base Library Bowling, Every Sat, 2000, Bowling Center • Comedy Night with Ron Lamprecht, 1900, • Country & Karaoke Night, 2100, Rockers Bar READ TO THE ANIMALS Rockers Bar & Grill & Grill 8/04/2017 12:00 PM • “Bowl The Night Away” with Lights & Strikes Souris Valley Animal Shelter, 1935 20th Ave SE Bowling, Every Sat, 2000, Bowling Center ONGOING EVENTS Bring your kids to the Souris Valley Animal • Stay Connected: Club Membership Portal Shelter for a unique opportunity to keep them SUNDAY NOW OPEN! Starting August 1, 2017, current reading this summer! The Read to the Animals • Zumba, 1400, Fitness Center Club Members are encouraged to update your program gives kids a fun environment to read in • Yoga, 1500, Fitness Center account information as part of the revolutionized while they interact with some of our amazing pets. Air Force Club Membership by following a few This program is absolutely free! No registration MONDAY easy steps! Get connected by visiting MYAIRFOR- required. • TAP GPS Workshop, 0800-1600, A&FRC, CELIFE.COM and clicking on the ‘Connect Now’ held at Professional Development Center button. You’ll have a chance to win early-bird MAIN STREET BOOKS STORY TIME • Kids Yoga Class, 0930, Fitness Center prizes when you update your account by August AND ACTIVITY 8/05/2017 10:30 AM • Reintegration Briefi ng, Every Mon, 1300- 31, 2017! Main Street Books 8 Main Street South 1400, A&FRC • Youth Indoor Flag Football Registration Open, Come and enjoy Themed Stories at Main Street • Family Child Care Pre-Orientation, 1800- Now – August 8 – Season runs Oct 10th - Nov Books on Saturdays. We will be reading with your 2000, Family Child Care Offi ce 17th. For more information, contact the Youth Cen- child at 10:30 am, followed by a matching activity! • Yoga, 1830, Fitness Center ter at 723-2838. Don’t miss the fun! Children of all ages welcome! • Cycle Challenge, 1930, Fitness Center • Kids Drive Free Range Balls, The Rough Rider Golf Course is excited to once again off er MAGIC CITY ANTIQUE CAR CLUB TUESDAY the Kids Drive Free program on their range. Bring ANNUAL CAR SHOW & SWAP MEET • Last Day to Register for Youth Indoor Flag your child to the golf course now through August 8/05/2017 11:00 AM Football at the Youth Center 31 from 1500-2100 daily to practice on the range. Pioneer Village Museum Courtyard. Antique Car • TAP GPS Workshop, 0800-1600, A&FRC, Range balls are FREE for kids under the age of 18 Show & Swap Meet featuring antique vehicles, held at Professional Development Center years old for the summer. food, music, and an Ice Cream Social. The • Game Day, 1000-1930, Base Library • Rough Riders Monthly Pizza Special. August buildings at Pioneer Village Museum will be open • Special STEM Time Session: 3D Printing Special – Tuscan Chicken Pizza. Our fl uff y dough for touring. For more information, please contact Basics for Kids, 1500, Base Library sauced with Alfredo & topped with garlic sea- Dan C at 701-721-3617. Hope to see you all there!!! • Family Night, 1700-2100, Rockers Bar & Grill soned chicken, sliced tomatoes, chopped onions, • Cycle Challenge, 1930, Fitness Center and topped with mozzarella cheese. We sprinkle it SPHERO OBSTACLE COURSE with dry basil and cook to perfection. Small: $11 RACING 8/08/2017 3:00 PM WEDNESDAY Med: $15 Large: $17- Members receive $2 off Minot Public Library. Join us for techy fun and • Right Start, 0730-1200, A&FRC, held at the any pizza Try it on a Panino! $8.25 meal – includes games! Jimmy Doolittle Center side & drink • TAP GPS Workshop, 0800-1600, A&FRC, • B-Fifty Brew Drink Special. August Special – READ TO THE ANIMALS held at Professional Development Center Passion Tea Refresher. Famous Passion Tea Lem- 8/08/2017 6:00 PM • Club Member Benefi t, Every Wed, 0900-1400, onade with pumps of Blueberry syrup and fi nished Souris Valley Animal Shelter, 1935 20th Ave SE Bowling Center with our house Pink Lemonade. Grande $5.00 Bring your kids to the Souris Valley Animal • Heartlink/New Spouse Orientation, 0930- Venti $5.50 Shelter for a unique opportunity to keep them 1400, A&FRC, held at the Jimmy Doolittle Center reading this summer! The Read to the Animals • Story Time, Every Wed, 1030, Base Library PARK UNIVERSITY SUMMER 2017 program gives kids a fun environment to read in • Parent Advisory Group Meeting, 1100-1200, REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!! while they interact with some of our amazing pets. Child Development Center Park University’s Summer term (June 5, 2017- This program is absolutely free! No registration • Cycle & Core, 1200, Fitness Center July 30, 2017) registration is now open. Contact required. • New Parent Orientation, 1200-1300, Child our offi ce for more details. A variety of classes are Development Center available for CCAF and Undergraduate degrees. STORY TIME • Pre-Deployment Readiness Training, 1300- Classes are held onsite in the evening or online. 8/09/2017 10:00 AM 1400, A&FRC Signing up for classes is easy: stop by our offi ce at Main Street Books; 8 Main Street South. Come • 4-H Club, 1600, Youth Center the Education Center-156 Missile Ave Minot AFB and enjoy Storytime at Main Street Books on • Mug Club Special, 1600-1800, Rockers Bar & or email us at [email protected]. If you have any Wednesdays. We will be singing and reading and Grill questions you can call us (727-0469), stop by and rhyming with your children during the 10:00 AM • Members Wind Down Wednesday, Every Wed, see us or send us an email. Stop in and see us!!!! storytime for ages birth - 4yrs. and the 11:00AM 1630, Rockers Bar & Grill storytime for ages 4+. All ages are welcome to both • Boss & Buddy $1 Draft Special, 1630, CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY half hour story sessions. See you here! Rockers Bar & Grill AT MINOT AFB • Yoga, 1830, Fitness Center CMU specializes in master level degrees. CMU • Cycle Challenge, 1930, Fitness Center offers a military discount to active duty, spouses, and federal employees. The Spring I term THURSDAY for face-to-face at Minot AFB, starts Janu- • TAP GPS Workshop, 0800-1600, A&FRC, ary 13 to February 25, 2017 (only meeting held at Professional Development Center two weekends) Classes will meet Fridays, Reintegration Briefi ng, Every Thurs, 1300-1400, 5-10pm and Saturdays 8:00am-3:30pm. A&FRC Online classes starts January 9 to March • Members 2 for 1 Appetizers, Every Thurs, 3, 2017. We are always looking for local 1700-1900, Rockers Bar & Grill instructors in the Minot area. The can- • Zumba, 1730, Fitness Center didates must have a Ph.D. or a terminal • Craft Club, 1800, Base Library degree. If you have any questions or want • Muscle Pump, 1830, Fitness Center more information about our programs or faculty opportunities, please stop by the offi ce M-F: 8am-4:30pm located at the Edu- 16 FRIDAY, AUGUST 4, 2017 NORTHERN SENTRY BASE AND AREA ANNOUNCEMENTS

GREAT TOMATO FESTIVAL Methodist Church for a bakesale/rummage sale/ CRAFTY CREW 8/09/2017 5:30 PM luncheon! Expect to see some household goods, 8/17/2017 12:00 PM State Fair Center - 4H Hall, 2005 Burdick Exwy E. white elephants, clothing, baked goods, canned Ward County Public Library. The Crafty Crew This classic community fundraising event was goods, garden produce. Lunch will consist of salad is a club where adults can come together to do established in 1989 by Jeff and Peggy Miller. It and sandwiches beginning at 11 am. Bag Bargains crafts. Join us at the Ward County Public Library has become the annual end of summer gourmet begin at 1 pm. on August 17, 2017, either at 12:00 pm or at 5:00 picnic to attend! The menu consists of smoked pm, to learn how to fi nger knit. The event is free. pork chops cooked to perfection by master chefs, MAHC 7TH ANNUAL 5K ZOO FUN Registration is required. For more information or to a top secret recipe of roasted tomatoes stuffed WALK/RUN 8/12/2017 9:00 AM register for the event, please contact the library at with rice, along with chips and salsa, tomato and Roosevelt Park shelter #3. Charity 5k Zoo Waddle 701-852-5388. cucumber salad, beer batter bread and brownies. event to benefi t the Minot Area Homeless Coalition. The evening also includes entertainment by the Your registration included, t-shirt, gift bag, MAIN STREET BOOKS STORY TIME Dakota Dixie Jazz Band and Minot Symphony refreshments and an individual day pass to enjoy AND ACTIVITY 8/19/2017 10:30 AM Orchestra Musicians, creative tomato displays, a Roosevelt Park Zoo at the conclusion of the event. Main Street Books 8 Main Street South. Come social hour serving tomato hors d’oeuvres, and an Contact the MAHC offi ce for more information or and enjoy Themed Stories at Main Street Books amazing silent auction. The more than 300 auction visit us on facebook or our website. 701-852-6300 on Saturdays. We will be reading with your child items include tickets to sporting events, theater at 10:30 am, followed by a matching activity! Don’t and music, restaurant meals, kids’ activities, MAIN STREET BOOKS STORY TIME miss the fun! Children of all ages welcome! vacation stays, art, furniture, memorabilia and AND ACTIVITY more! There will be an exciting NEW LIVE 8/12/2017 10:30 AM ECLIPSE 8/21/2017 11:00 AM AUCTION added to the excitement this year! Back Main Street Books 8 Main Street South Ward County Public Library. There will be a solar by popular demand is the Great Chocolate Cake Come and enjoy Themed Stories at Main Street eclipse this August! Come join the Ward County Revival! A selection of fancy chocolate cakes will Books on Saturdays. We will be reading with your Public Library as we watch the spectacular event. be available to bid on and take home that evening. child at 10:30 am, followed by a matching activity! We will be making solar eclipse viewers before the The creator of the cake with the highest bid will Don’t miss the fun! Children of all ages welcome! event. For more information, please contact the receive a prize! Doors open for browsing at 5:30 pm library at 701-852-5388. with the social hour at 6:00 pm, and dinner served TEENS ROCK SATURDAYS at 7:00 pm. Tickets are $25.00 in advance and 8/12/2017 1:00 PM STORY TIME $30.00 at the door. Attendees must be 21 to attend. Minot Public Library. MPL offers free Manga Club 8/23/2017 10:00 AM Advance tickets are available at Minot Public for teens here at MPL. Join us for the appreciation Main Street Books; 8 Main Street South. Come Library, Taube Museum of Art, Artmain, Interiors of all things Manga: writing, drawing, critiquing, and enjoy Storytime at Main Street Books on Plus, The Computer Store or online at www. cosplaying and gaming! Manga Club will be held Wednesdays. We will be singing and reading and greattomatofestival.com. Pick up your tickets now from 1-2 pm just before video gaming from 2-4 on rhyming with your children during the 10:00 AM to ensure yourself a spot at this fun-fi lled evening! the Second Saturday of the month and is called: storytime for ages birth - 4yrs. and the 11:00AM The Great Tomato Festival is a community Teens Rock Saturdays. storytime for ages 4+. All ages are welcome to both fundraiser, which has benefi tted a number of half hour story sessions. See you here! non-profi t organizations since its inception. The MISS MINOT SCHOLARSHIP mission of the fundraiser is “Working together PAGEANT 8/12/2017 3:30 PM WOMEN UNITED 2ND ANNUAL with the purpose of raising funds to enhance the All Seasons Arena. Opportunities for girls ages 5 LUNCHEON services of the specifi c nonprofi t organizations”. It to 24. Girls ages 13 to 24 that compete are eligible 8/23/2017 11:30 AM currently benefi ts the Minot Public Library, Taube to win scholarships and compete at Miss North Grand Hotel. Women United Announces 2nd Museum of Art, and Minot Symphony Orchestra. Dakota in June 2018! All info and paperwork Annual Luncheon MINOT, ND – Women United All net proceeds from ticket sales and silent available on www.missminot.com 3 Miss and 3 is pleased to announce its 2nd Annual Luncheon. auction are directly granted to the sponsoring Teen titles will be awarded. Princess Program will Join Women United members for their 2nd Annual organizations. For more information please contact: be held at this time also. Registration Fee for all Luncheon on Wednesday, August 23rd starting [email protected] Janet Anderson - contestants is $75. Registration is DUE AUGUST at 11:30 am at Grand Hotel. This informative Minot Public Library: 852-1045 Nancy F. Walter 1st, 2017 Pageant will be held at the All Seasons luncheon will highlight accomplishments of Women - Taube Museum of Art: 838-4445 Ellen Fenner – Arena on August 12th, 2017. Doors open at 3:30 United during this past year and a powerful Minot Symphony Orchestra: 858-4228 pm. Pageant starts at 4:00 pm. Tickets are $5.00 a message from Holly Hoffman, the last remaining person. Kids 6 and under are free. Tickets can be member of the Espada Tribe and the last woman GLOBAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT pre-purchased on our website. We also will accept standing on Season 21 of CBS’ hit reality show 8/10/2017 - 8/11/2017 the following payments at the door. Cash, Visa, “Survivor Nicaragua”. Through her experience 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Mastercard, Discover, and American Express. on the show and others throughout her life, Holly Minot State University- Ann Nicole Nelson. Hoffman is inspired to share her message of Everyone has infl uence and the ability to STORY TIME positivity, determination, and confi dence with many create positive change. When you improve your 8/16/2017 10:00 AM people across the nation. Luncheon tickets are leadership, you impact lives, churches, businesses, Main Street Books; 8 Main Street South $20 and table sponsor opportunities are available. governments, schools and families. Join 400,000 Come and enjoy Storytime at Main Street Books on Visit www.svunitedway.com/womenunitedluncheon people around the world for two days of world-class Wednesdays. We will be singing and reading and or call the United Way offi ce to reserve your seat leadership training. rhyming with your children during the 10:00 AM today. storytime for ages birth - 4yrs. and the 11:00AM SUPER DUPER FUN DAY storytime for ages 4+. All ages are welcome to both PRESCHOOL PLAYDOUGH CLUB 8/10/2017 10:00 AM half hour story sessions. See you here! 8/25/2017 10:30 AM South Hill Sports Complex. Join the Minot Public Ward County Public Library. Come and enjoy Library, Ward County Library, and the Minot FAMILY MOVIE playdough at the Ward County Public Library. Recreation Department as we celebrate the end of 8/16/2017 1:30 PM Playdough and fun toys will be set up for the kids. summer reading! Ward County Public Library. Come spend an A parent or guardian must be present the entire afternoon watching a movie at the Ward County time. For more information, please contact the READ TO THE ANIMALS Public Library. There will be comfy bean bag chairs library at (701) 852-5388. 8/11/2017 12:00 PM and pillows to lounge on. We’ll have the popcorn! Souris Valley Animal Shelter, 1935 20th Ave SE Children of all ages are welcome but children under GAMERS UNPLUGGED Bring your kids to the Souris Valley Animal age 6 must be accompanied by an adult. For more 8/26/2017 10:00 AM Shelter for a unique opportunity to keep them information about the movie to be shown, please Ward County Public Library. Come and enjoy board reading this summer! The Read to the Animals contact the library at 701- 852-5388. games at the Ward County Public Library. All ages program gives kids a fun environment to read in are welcome. Bring friends or come make new ones! while they interact with some of our amazing pets. KINDERGARTEN PARTY For more information, please contact the library at This program is absolutely free! No registration 8/16/2017 2:00 PM (701) 852-5388. required. Minot Public Library. Entering Kindergarten? This party is for you! Registration required. MAIN STREET BOOKS STORY TIME RUMMAGE SALE/BAKE SALE/ AND ACTIVITY LUNCHEON 8/12/2017 9:00 AM TOUCH-A-TRUCK 8/26/2017 10:30 AM Vincent United Methodist Church 1024 2nd St 8/16/2017 5:00 PM Main Street Books 8 Main Street South. Come SE Minot, ND. The trifecta of summer events all MAYSA Parking Lot (2501 Burdick Expressway and enjoy Themed Stories at Main Street Books wrapped up in one: head over to Vincent United West). Join the Magic City Discovery Center for on Saturdays. We will be reading with your child its 1st annual Touch-A-Truck family at 10:30 am, followed by a matching activity! Don’t event! Check out your favorite vehicles, miss the fun! Children of all ages welcome! get behind the wheel or in the cab, take pictures, and meet the people who help to STORY TIME build, protect, and serve our community. 8/30/2017 10:00 AM Food trucks, games, and activities will Main Street Books; 8 Main Street South. Come also be available. Please note that 5:00- and enjoy Storytime at Main Street Books on 6:00 pm is designated as a “Quiet Hour” Wednesdays. We will be singing and reading and when truck lights, noises, and motions rhyming with your children during the 10:00 AM will be minimal. Admission is $10 per storytime for ages birth - 4yrs. and the 11:00AM vehicle or $2 per individual. Proceeds go storytime for ages 4+. All ages are welcome to both to the Magic City Discovery Center. half hour story sessions. See you here! NORTHERN SENTRY FRIDAY, AUGUST 4, 2017 17

It’s all downhill for upbeat Airman, bobsledder

CAROLE CHILES FULLER | 21ST SPACE WING AFCEC PUBLIC AFFAIRS

OINT BASE to always be ready and tried for a spot on the (maternal) and half African- said. SAN ANTONIO- resilient, and he draws on USA Bobsled team. American (paternal); "Just know that we are JLACKLAND, faith to keep him strong. Unfortunately, an injury a product of the U.S. all wired to be greater than Texas (AFNS) -- Capt. "Stay positive and have led to his release from the military," Simon said. we were yesterday, it's just David Simon, an elite faith that God knows best, program. Competition for the team a choice that only a few bobsled athlete, is a stellar even if it doesn't feel like it However, in his typical is tough. will take charge of and be example of resiliency and at that moment. He has you fashion, he bounced "A lot of these guys I a shining light for others to upholding the four pillars exactly where he wants you, back and, with faith and compete with are great see and motivate. We are of Comprehensive Airman and it might be that's where resiliency, is fi red up to try athletes," he said. not just here to live life in Fitness: mental, physical, he can get the very best out again, aiming for the 2018 But most of them mediocrity but to live out social and spiritual. of you!" Winter Olympic Games in don't have the Air Force our lives as champions." Mental: Nothing stops Simon's path to sliding Pyeongchang, South Korea. advantage. Sgt. Shauna Simon. Not injuries, not down an icy track, which he Simon appreciates the honor Rohbock, a USA Bobsled being dropped from the Air describes as being stuff ed in of representing Air Force Skeleton coach and member Force World Class Athlete a trash can and being kicked Sports, as part of the Air of the Army's WCAP for Program. "With resiliency, down a hill, was the result TOP LEFT PHOTO: Capt. David Si- Force Services Activity. 17 years, said Simon is an mon takes a moment to focus during you keep pressing forward of failing to qualify for a "Just to know that you exceptional team member. tryouts for the U.S. National Bobsled until you go to the next U.S. Air Forces in Europe are representing the Air "Captain Simon, being in Team in Park City, Utah, on Nov. 2, thing," he said. and Air Forces Africa track- Force in such a program the military, holds himself 2016. His bid for that team ended with an injury, but he's still ulti- Physical: Bobsled and-fi eld event in 2015. He that still today provides me to a higher standard," mately aiming for a spot on the USA is a demanding sport. turned that experience into with a tremendous amount Rohbock said. “He's more Bobsled Team for the 2018 Winter "Everybody on the team an opportunity to try a new of support fuels me. To mature than most of the Olympic Games in Pyeongchang, can run 60 meters in under sport. represent all Airmen, past, other athletes. He's always South Korea. TOP RIGHT PHOTO: Capt. David 7 seconds. Everybody is "I was trying to become present and future, deployed going to be doing the right Simon (right) pushes the bobsled be- squatting 400-plus pounds. a better sprinter at my and in garrison, and to thing and making the right fore hopping in for a run at the U.S. You're not just fast, but you size. Typically, you're not those who paid the ultimate choices,” she said. Bobsled Team Trials in Park City, have to be pretty strong going to see a lot of guys sacrifi ce, motivates me to Being an Airman helps Utah, on Nov. 2, 2016. and explosive. You're an 200-plus pounds sprinting. continue to train hard and Simon overcome adversity, BOTTOM LEFT PHOTO: Capt. interesting hybrid of an I was trying to fi nd better compete at such a high and being an athlete helps David Simon is second behind athlete," Simon said. and smarter ways to train. level," he explained. him be a better Airman. the driver as the sled speeds Social: The support of Bobsled came up, and I The U.S. Bobsled and "On duty or off duty, down the icy track during the family, friends and fellow looked at the details. They Skeleton National Teams are you're going to have bumps U.S. Bobsled Team Trials in Park Air Force athletes helps had a combine (a test that reset before every season in the road, and it's how City, Utah, on Nov. 2, 2016. fuel Simon's drive and includes sprints, broad and athletes compete for you respond to those bumps BOTTOM RIGHT PHOTO: Col. motivation. "My family jumps and tosses with a spots every fall. Simon aims that make you a champion. Donna Turner, the Air Force Ser- have made sacrifi ces in 16-pound shot), and pretty to be among them during With sports, you're going vices Activity commander, greets terms of my time away much everything took off the summer combine events, to get hurt or maybe things Capt. David Simon, after he was to train and compete and from there," said Simon, which begin in June. don't go your way or you selected as an Air Force World remained very supportive," now assigned to the 16th "To make the Olympics don’t win this competition. Class Athlete Program bobsled Simon said. He also has Space Control Squadron and represent God, country It's not so much the results; pusher in August 2016. Simon is forged bonds with other at Peterson Air Force and the Air Force would be it's how you react. Are you still aiming for a spot on the U.S. elite Air Force athletes and Base, Colorado, as a crew such an honor and privilege. going to train harder? Are Bobsled Team that will compete members of the bobsled commander. to make the Games next you going to work harder in the 2018 Winter Olympics in team. As an Air Force World year would also have to get to your goals? That's Peyongchang, South Korea Spiritual: Simon Class Athlete Program another special meaning how athleticism can lead to encourages all Airmen member last fall, Simon to me as I am half Korean being a better Airman," he COURTESY PHOTOS 18 FRIDAY, AUGUST 4, 2017 NORTHERN SENTRY

Alpha Warrior Battle Rig Event - Challenge Yourself Don’t Miss First Friday At The August 11 with opportunities to meet Kevin Klein Doolittle Center On August 4 and Barclay Stockett. Both individuals are top competitors who have competed on NBC’s Ameri- can Ninja Warrior. They will appear at free “Meet & Greet” events scheduled for 12-12:30 p.m. at the Base Exchange and from 2:30-5 p.m. at the Team Minot Family Celebration located by Base Ops. Minot AFB personnel and their families are invited to experience the adult and children’s battle rigs from 1-5:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 12. Bus- es will transport attendees from the Base Theater parking lot to Dock 1 for the event. There will be a kid’s rig for ages 4-12 and an adult rig and com- petition for participants 13 years of age and older. The 2017 Air Force Alpha Warrior Tour present- Everyone is invited to enjoy free burgers ed by USAA is heading to Minot AFB on Friday and and hot dogs starting at 1 p.m. (while supplies The Jimmy Doolittle Center invites you to enjoy Saturday, August 11 & 12. The Alpha Warrior Bat- last). Be sure to register for a wide variety of a special Tail Gate First Friday event on Friday, tle Rigs and Battle Stations provide a new, exciting great prize giveaways. The event is sponsored August 4 from 4-9 p.m. Join the fun with corn hole, way for Airmen to work out, build unit cohesion, and by USAA, T-Mobile, Total Nutrition, Mattson darts, and crud as well as a tailgate-style themed promote a sense of community with fellow Airmen Construction, and Stonebridge Farms of Minot. buffet. and families. The two day event kicks off on Friday, No Federal Endorsement of Sponsors Intended. A delicious kid-friendly menu featuring touch- down chili, grilled chicken wings, popcorn shrimp, Rockers Hosting Comedy Show Featuring Ron Lamprecht and more will be served from 4-6 p.m. Cost is FREE for Club Members and spouse, $7 for adult includes a heavy hors d’oeuvres buffet. Tickets are non-members, $3 for children 6 years of age and available at the door only and limited to the fi rst 120 older, and FREE for children age 5 and under. The people (adults only - 18 years of age and older). event is family friendly. For more details, call the Ron Lampprecht has toured the country do- Jimmy Doolittle Center at 723-3731. ing shows including The Hollywood Improv with his act described as “taking the audience danc- ing”. He has been featured in Laughlin, Nevada’s Laughfest comedy festival as well as the 10,000 Laughs Festival in Minneapolis. With a controlled rage and self-deprecating approach, Ron takes on everything from idiot drivers to IPAs to how he almost burned down his house on the 4th of July and why that’s like hunting whales. Comedian Will Spottedbear grew up fast and Get ready for a great night of laughs during the weird in Pittsburgh and has an unusual perspective Comedy Show at Rockers Bar & Grill on Saturday, on life. Surviving inner city schools, the Middle August 5. Doors will open at 7 p.m. with the show East, and his oddly eccentric family, Will credits the starting at 8 p.m. Headlining the show will be Air Air Force for developing his lethal sense of humor. Force veteran and Minneapolis native Ron Lampre- Spottedbear recently won the “Funniest Person in cht and will also feature comedian Will Spottedbear. Minneapolis”. Price for the Comedy Show is $7 per person For additional information, contact Rockers Bar for Club Members and $10 for non-members. Cost & Grill at 727-ROCK. LPGA Golf Pro Coming To Minot AFB To Conduct Golf Clinics Ladies Professional Golf Pro Amy Reed is coming to the Rough Rider Golf Course at Minot AFB on August 4 & 5. Reed will share her tips and For 5th Force Support Squadron expertise during clinics on the driving range and job opportunities, visit www.nafjobs.org chipping/putting green. Cost to attend the clinics is FREE. The clinics conducted by Amy Reed are part of CLUB MEMBER DRAWING the Recharge For Resiliency (R4R) initative and fo- cus on golf player development. In addition to the ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 4th clinics, Reed will provide participants an opportuni- ty to obtain on course tips for improving their game WILL BE FOR $50. as they play alongside the LPGA professional. You must be present to win. Become a club The following clinics are scheduled for Friday, member today to qualif y. Simply visit Rockers August 4 however limited space is available: Bar & Grill or the Jimmy Doolittle Center to Putting Clinic - 10-11 a.m. On Saturday, August 5, come out to the Rough obtain your application. The next weekly Chipping Clinic - 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Rider Golf Course for an opportunity to golf a hole club member drawing will be held on Friday, Driving Range - 12-1 p.m. with LPGA Pro Amy Reed. She will be making August 4 at Rockers Bar & Grill and the Jimmy Putting Clinic - 2-3 p.m. rounds on the course playing with individuals. Doolittle Center. Drawing time varies each Chipping Clinic - 3-4 p.m. For more information, call the Rough Rider week between 5:30-6:30 p.m. On Course Play - 4-6 p.m. Golf Course at 723-3164. NORTHERN SENTRY FRIDAY, AUGUST 4, 2017 19

Aug 12 Minot vs. Grand Forks Match Play Aug 5 Baby and Me Story Time Aug 7 Family Child Care Pre-Orientation The action heats up during the Minot vs. Grand Forks Match Play Tournament on Saturday, August The Base Library invites you to their Baby and Me Would you like to work in your home, make a differ- 12 with an 11 a.m. shotgun start at the Rough Rider Story Time scheduled for Saturday, August 5 at ence on Minot AFB, and in the life of a child? Then Golf Course. Registration starts at 10 a.m. Cost for 3:30 p.m. This special story time for infants and attend the FCC New Provider Pre-Orientation at Minot AFB participants is $20. See who wins the toddlers aged 0-18 months and their caregivers the Family Child Care offi ce on August 7 from 6-8 overall trophy between Minot AFB and Grand Forks will include stories, action rhymes, and informa- p.m. to see if it is for you! All persons providing AFB. The tournament is open to all Active Duty, tion on preparing your child to talk, learn, and love care in their homes for more than 10 hours per retired Air Force personnel, and DoD employees. literature. For additional information, call the Base week must be licensed. People who become af- For more details, call 723-3164. Library at 723-3344. fi liated providers living downtown have the same Aug 19 Kids Drive Free Program At Golf Course opportunities as base providers. For more details, Stars & Stripes Scramble Don’t miss the Stars & Stripes Scramble on Satur- The Rough Rider Golf Course is excited to once call the Family Child Care offi ce at 723-6662. day, August 19 beginning at 9 a.m. at the Rough again offer the Kids Drive Free program on their Aug 12 Summer Reading Program Wrap-Up Rider Golf Course. This 18 hole, four person range. Bring your child to the golf course now This year’s Summer Reading Program wraps up scramble is sponsored by Morelli’s Distributing. No through August 31 from 3-9 p.m. daily to practice on Saturday, August 12 beginning at 1 p.m. at the Federal Endorsement of Sponsor Intended. Entry on the range. Range balls are FREE for kids for Base Library. The event features an EOD robot fee for the tournament is $30; green fees and cart the summer! For more information on the Kids demonstration, crafts, activities, the presentation rental not included. Call 723-3164 for more details. Drive Free Program, call the Rough Rider Golf of the Squadron Trophy, and grand prize drawings. Course at 723-3164. For more details, call the Base Library at 723-3344.

Aug 4 Friday Night Karaoke Aug 14-17 Off-Base Budget Classes Come and show off your talent during Friday Night Planning to move off base? Are you ready to man- Karaoke at Rockers Bar & Grill on August 4 from age the costs? The Airman & Family Readiness 8 p.m. to close. Sing solo, do a duet, or grab a Center is hosting Off-Base Budget Classes on group! Rockers has a great karaoke selection for August 14, 15, 16, & 17 from 2:30-4 p.m. Airmen your enjoyment. Gather up your friends and enjoy will obtain important information on leases, military all of the fun. For additional information, contact clauses, renters insurance, and complete a budget Rockers Bar & Grill at 727-ROCK. worksheet. Attendees should bring their current LESs and have knowledge of their bills. Call the COUNTRY & KARAOKE NIGHT Airman & Family Readiness Center at 723-3950 Saturday, August 12 - Rockers Bar & Grill to register or for additional information.

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Show Off Your Ride At The Show & Shine Car Show If you’re a car enthusiast, make plans now to attend the Show & Shine Car Show scheduled for August 19. From muscle cars to antiques, from the hottest new rides to classic cruisers, this 12th annual event is a must see for the automo- tive afi cionado. The car show will be held in the parking lot adjacent to Rockers Bar & Grill from 3-6 p.m. in conjunction with the annual Block Party. This year’s show will feature the following classes: Car (1976 and newer), Car (1975 and older), Truck (1976 and newer), Truck (1975 and older), Imports (no specifi c year/model), and Mo- torcycle. Each class will be judged by the public with the top vehicle in each class receiving the “People’s Choice” award for their respective divi- sion. In addition, a special “Kid’s Choice” award will be given to the top vehicle overall as determined by the votes of the children age 12 and under at- tending the show. Two special awards, the War- bird’s Choice and the Rough Rider’s Choice, will be presnted to the 5th Bomb Wing and the 91st Missile Wing judge’s favorite entry. Car enthusiasts interested in entering their vehicle should contact Marvin at Auto Hobby, 723- 2127 to obtain an entry form. Civilians, including spouses and all vehicle passengers, who do not have clearance to enter Minot AFB must register by August 4. There is no entry fee and each exhibi- tor receives a complimentary 12th Annual Show & Shine T-shirt for entering their vehicle/motorcycle. Visit our website at www.5thforcesupport.com 20 FRIDAY, AUGUST 4, 2017 NORTHERN SENTRY

In harm’s way: Providing spiritual support

STAFF SGT. BENJAMIN GONSIER | 455TH AIR EXPEDITIONARY WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

BAGRAM AIRFIELD, includes off ering worship include Kandahar Airfi eld, counseling. pillar fi lled and stable is a Afghanistan (AFNS) -- services, opportunities, Headquarters Resolute Jans and Neiser attribute testament to what we are Thousands of feet above trusted counsel and advising Support and Hamid Karzai their readiness to the training doing.” Kabul, the capital of leadership on matters of International Airport. To they received at Joint Base Chaplains are often seen as Afghanistan, two Airmen, morale and morals, spiritual travel to some of these McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, happy-go-lucky Airmen who riding in a helicopter, and religious topics.” locations, the team needs to New Jersey. The two-week hand out popsicles on the wearing more than 75 Being in a combat wear all of their protective course, Fieldcraft Hostile, fl ightline. Yet, what is not pounds of gear, hover around environment brings new equipment and the chaplain’s provides students the tools seen is when the team is with the city before landing. stressors, which can be hard assistant must carry a rifl e to handle certain situations someone at the lowest point These Airmen are not to manage without family and an M9 pistol for self- in a combat environment in their life, who is battling pararescuemen or tactical nearby, especially when defense. and enables them to practice a crisis behind the scenes. air control party—they’re there are problems at home. “Even though we are not scenarios they might Nor do many see the amount a chaplain and chaplain “Airmen are away from trained bodyguards, we still encounter on the battlefi eld. of traveling they do—or the assistant. their support systems need to have the awareness “We were lucky enough risks they assume—for those After landing, they travel back at home, so there is a to know that we are with a to go to Fieldcraft Hostile who elected to put their lives to the nearby chapel, where heightened awareness and noncombatant and need to together to practice on the line in the defense of they deliver a religious sensitivity—the problems be willing and able to accept the tactical scenarios,” their nation. service to coalition forces at home don’t go away even those responsibilities,” said Neiser said. “It helped before packing up and doing when we are half a world Master Sgt. Erica Neiser, us understand what our it all over again. away,” Jans said. “Chaplains the 455th AEW chapel roles are and what we The chaplains and become even more important operations superintendent. need to be thinking about TOP LEFT PHOTO: Chaplain (Capt.) John Appiah, a 455th Air Expedi- assistants of the 455th Air here since there are fewer “In this type of environment, in those situations. In this tionary Wing chaplain, preaches Expeditionary Wing travel options available. The the chaplain assistants need environment, I have to be during a religious service at Hamid to six diff erent locations numbers of caregivers to be aware that we are aware of what could happen Karzai International Airport, Kabul, in Afghanistan, providing are smaller at a deployed shooting for two.” and that I am shooting for Afghanistan, July 23, 2017. Religious support teams provide spiritual sup- spiritual support to service environment, so we give Every religious support more than just myself.” port to all members and fi nd ways members and civilians of all extra care.” team consists of two The religious support to meet the needs of individuals who backgrounds. Chaplains and their individuals, a chaplain team travels with heavy do not have the resources to practice “The mission of the assistants are embedded and their assistant, neither deployment gear from FOB- their faith in a deployed location. TOP RIGHT PHOTO: Chaplain Chaplain Corps is the within diff erent units require the same faith to to-FOB, but they know (Capt.) John Appiah, a 455th Air Ex- same here as it is at home throughout Bagram Airfi eld. serve together. While the an even heavier weight is peditionary Wing chaplain, blesses a station, advocating for They rotate each weekend to chaplain is giving long-term lifted from the shoulders of U.S. Army Soldier during a religious service at Hamid Karzai Internation- the constitutional right of accommodate the spiritual care and leading religious Airmen by their presence al Airport, Kabul, Afghanistan, July free exercise of religion needs of coalition forces services, the assistant takes and care. 23, 2017. Religious support teams for Airmen and their in other forward operating care of the administrative “Every Airman that from Bagram Airfi eld visit six differ- families,” said Chaplain bases in Afghanistan that are part of the job and holds is walking around is a ent locations in Afghanistan where a (Lt. Col.) Greg Jans, a without a chaplain. down the fort in the event success,” Neiser said. “To chaplain is not deployed. 455th Air Expeditionary Some of the locations a chaplain isn’t available be able to practice their U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO | STAFF SGT. Wing chaplain. “This outside of Bagram Airfi eld to provide confi dential faith and have that spiritual BENJAMIN GONSIER

of strategic bombardment enable innovation in order to the nation’s brightest young SecAF celebrates aviation by the then U.S. Army Air increase the lethality of the men and women to a career Forces in World War II. force.” in aviation. heritage, meets with aviation While the attack itself caused At the event, Wilson The secretary’s visit to leaders at Oshkosh little actual damage to the also met with commercial Oshkosh comes at a time Japanese war industry, the innovators who are when the service is facing a SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE PUBLIC AFFAIRS psychological impact on the advancing unmanned shortage in pilots and major Japanese military, and the technology and advanced airline hiring has continued American public, proved simulation. to increase. The Air Force SHKOSH, Wilson. “The Air Force turns to be immense. It forced “We need to engage is pursuing a variety of WISCONSIN 70 this year, and men like the Japanese military to the next generation initiatives to retain its current (AFNS) -- Lt. Col. Cole are the giants pull forces back from the of entrepreneurs and pilots, but will also have to Secretary of whose shoulders we built front lines to protect the innovators,” said Wilson. train more pilots in the years the Air Force upon when we created a home islands, and showed “We need to innovate faster to come. HeatherO Wilson visited separate force. The courage Americans that the war could than the enemy, and a lot of Wilson also spent time with Wisconsin July 26-27, 2017 and dedication to service of be won. that innovation is going to Air Force recruiters, met with to celebrate aviators’ shared Jimmy Doolittle’s Raiders “The Doolittle Raid was be coming from outside the the head of the Wisconsin Air heritage with generations of inspire the next generation of a remarkable example of Air Force. We need to get out National Guard and presented Airmen at the Experimental Airmen.” what American Airmen where they are and not make the Gen. Carl A. Spaatz Aircraft Association’s On April 18, 1942, 80 men can achieve when their them come to us through a award to Wisconsin Civil Air AirVenture Oshkosh 2017. achieved the unimaginable leadership empowers them bureaucratic process.” Patrol cadet Noa G. Bender. Wilson met with Airmen when they took off from an to innovate,” said Wilson. Wilson also met with EAA’s AirVenture at of all ages from retired Lt. aircraft carrier on a top secret “That mission continues to the EAA chief executive Oshkosh is one of the world’s Col. Dick Cole, the last mission to bomb Japan. inspire Airmen today who offi cer, Jack Pelton, and premier events for aviation living Doolittle Raider, to a These men, led by Lt. Col. are creating new tactics for Aircraft Owners and Pilots enthusiasts, drawing more group of high school girls in James H. "Jimmy" Doolittle, remotely piloted aircraft, Association CEO and than a half million people EAA’s Women Soar You Soar came to be known as the designing new techniques to president, Mark Baker, to and 10,000 people every program. Doolittle Raiders. leverage our space assets and talk about the nation’s pilot year. Beyond displays and “Meeting Dick Cole and The raid was extremely using technology in ways we shortage and discuss ways demonstrations, attendees off ering a toast to the men important in the development never would have thought the Air Force and commercial can participate in forums and in Doolittle’s Raiders was of American air power. It possible only a few years and private aviators can work workshops with leaders in a great honor for me,” said marked the fi rst combat use ago. Our job as leaders is to together to attract more of aviation and technology. NORTHERN SENTRY FRIDAY, AUGUST 4, 2017 21

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