The Gathering Power of Coffee
You don’t have to live in Minot very long to have someone share information with you that was gathered at one of many coffee groups. There was a time when I presumed that these meetings were purely social…and that the information shared was more small town gossip than valuable news about local issues. Boy was […]
Should You Drive an EV Here?
Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly popular, with many car buyers considering these gas-free options to reduce emissions and save money on fuel costs. While the balance between environmental benefits and financial considerations is a personal decision, one question remains: Does owning an EV make sense for those living in cold climates and navigating the demands […]
Putting the Magic in the Magic City
One of my favorite things about writing articles about Downtown Minot is that I get to find out about businesses that I maybe wouldn’t have known about otherwise. Take for example last Friday morning when I stepped foot into Chaos Games for the first time. I was truly wowed by the experience. To say that […]
Kindergarten Enrollment 2025/2026
Credit: Minot Public Schools, Alexis Perez, Enrollment Specialist Minot Public Schools is excited to welcome students to the Kindergarten class for the 2025-26 school year! The approximate first day of school August 20, 2025. Your child must be age 5 by July 31, 2025 to attend school in the fall.NOTE: Please complete the enrollment process […]
Just Another Day in Music!
Dr. Amanda Capote, PhD Do you know the old saying “If you don’t like the weather, just wait a few minutes-it will change”? That is the exact day to day of our music room at North Plains Elementary. From buckets, to spoons, recorders, ocarinas, fishing, ice skating, and food rhythms; the students are always asking […]
Bombers arrive in Europe for BTF 25-2
U.S. Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa Public Affairs RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany —U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress strategic bombers have arrived in Europe as part of a routine Bomber Task Force-Europe deployment, underscoring the U.S.’ shared commitment to regional security and NATO’s collective defense. Throughout the deployment, the bombers will participate in […]
The “Best of Minot AFB” is BACK – and it’s all up to YOU! Nominations NOW OPEN!
What makes a place truly THE BEST? Is it the top-notch service, unbeatable vibes, or just the fact that it feels like home? Whatever it is, YOU get to decide! The Northern Sentry is kicking off the 3nd Annual Best of Minot AFB Awards, and we need your help! We’re celebrating the best food, best […]
Painter with a Passion: Krystal Kennedy
What does it take to be called an artist? Let’s ask Krystal Kennedy, spouse of MSgt Rorick Kennedy from the 69th Bomber Generation Squadron (previously the 69th Aircraft Maintenance Unit- AMU). Krystal has been proudly called an “Artist” for years thanks to her beautiful, commissioned watercolor art pieces all over the base, the city of […]
Military Families Are Struggling: Challenges with the TriWest Switch
The recent transition for the TRICARE West Region from Health Net Federal Services, LLC to TriWest Healthcare Alliance for military families, effective January 1, 2025, seems to have created significant challenges for service members, veterans, and their families. Tricare is a health insurance program for military personnel and their families, which operates several subtypes. The […]
The MAFB Club: From Heritage Based to Family Focused
The Army established its first “mess clubs,” in the early 19th century. But military clubs and social organizations for military members and their families, did not come into prominence until after World War II. These clubs offered a sense of exclusivity and prestige to the officers and enlisted who remained in the armed forces after […]
