Oh My Goodness!
Triple digits! The temp flashed 111 degrees as we took the exit to Medora, and ultimately the Medora Musical. The weather service had predicted 107 degrees for a high temperature, but more often than not they miss their predicted high. 103, 105…hot? Yes, but Medora is always a bit warmer than the rest of North […]
Leonard Peltier in the news again…
It seems like it’s been a long time, but Leonard Peltier is back in the spotlight for a couple of reasons. Peltier, a member of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa, who is now 79, is serving two consecutive life sentences in a Florida prison for his role in a 1975 shootout on the Pine […]
Provider of the Month – August
What do you enjoy most about being an FCC Provider?What I love most about being a provider is watching the kids play and grow together. They all learn so much from each other. It’s so sweet to see them build friendships.I also love the community it builds with other providers. I love listening to the […]
What’s Happening at the Minot AFB Exchange
DoD, Coast Guard Civilians Shop Tax-Free at the Minot AFB ExchangeThe Army & Air Force Exchange Service continues to serve the military community at Minot AFB with its expanded tax-free shopping benefit to Department of Defense and Coast Guard civilians. In 2021, in-store and online shopping privileges were expanded to about 575,000 Department of Defense […]
91st Missile Wing welcomes new command chief
MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. —Chief Master Sgt. Becky Thomas assumed responsibility as the command chief of the 91st Missile Wing during a ceremony here, July 19. In her role as the 91st MW command chief, Thomas will serve as the primary advisor to U.S. Air Force Col. James Schlabach, 91st MW commander, on matters […]
New Age Newsie
Do you know who delivers your weekly Northern Sentry newspapers? Here’s an inside look at a couple of the youngsters on base who work hard each week delivering your papers! Delivering the Northern Sentry newspapers since Nov 2023, siblings Charlie (8) and Renny (9) just love their job! They explained that delivering the paper is […]
Honeybees become the Bombshells
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Baseball, Softball… same difference right? Not exactly. Softball can be traced all the way back to 1887 where it is alleged to have started as an inside baseball-like game made out of a pair of boxing gloves tied together for a ball. Apparently firefighters at the time really […]
SVAS: Out to Prove Pets Can Be Our Wingmen
Feeling down? Need to relax? Your pet may be able to help! Pets help lower blood pressure, help their owners exercise, give them companionship, enhance moods, help fight loneliness, and many other health benefits. Pets truly are our wingmen! Bring your family, friends and your pet for a day out at Minot’s Oak Park on […]
Minot maintainers compete in inaugural mission generation competition
MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. —The 5th Maintenance Group held its inaugural Mission Generation Competition here, July 17. The Mission Generation Competition is a high-intensity event designed to enhance team dynamics and provide rigorous training for worldwide deterrence. This event aims to demonstrate and evaluate proficiencies by incorporating urgency and fostering spirited competition among various […]
Teamwork; dividing the task, multiplying the success
MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. —What do you do when your back is against the wall? The Minot Air Force Base Lady Bombers basketball team uses the courage and discipline instilled in them to push back. The Lady Bombers consist of 21 members representing various units across Team Minot. Some Lady Bombers have been playing […]
