Task Force 21 In Good Hands
Peter Hankla has been active in Task Force 21 since 1999. My guess is that when given the opportunity to be part of Task Force 21 back in 1999 Peter Hankla was probably seen as one of the “younger community leaders” that were recruited to bolster Task Force 21 as the focus switched from retaining […]
Only time will tell…
There’s a bill in the Legislature that’s already been approved by the House, that would eliminate Daylight Savings Time in North Dakota. Apparently, House Bill 1259 was approved on a 55-37 vote. This subject seems to come up again and again and it always gets voted down. Heck, I remember this was a “thing” when […]
Summer Camping: NDSP 2025 Booking Window Opens!
The anticipation is building. The days are growing longer, and the home stretch of winter is finally in sight. While North Dakota’s winter may linger for another few months, a glimpse of summer emerges every February with an exciting tradition: the opening of North Dakota State Park camping reservation season! North Dakota takes immense pride […]
Young Cheerleaders: Military Kids Showing Team Spirit
At Minot Air Force Base, a group of young cheerleaders are proving that resilience, teamwork, and spirit aren’t just for the field—they’re qualities that help them navigate the unique challenges of military life. Sadie Sharp, Sawyer Sharp, Addi Bannon, Teagan Bannon and Xander Baron excelled in the Rebel Athletics of Minot cheerleading program while balancing […]
Kindness Letters Delivered in Dorms
Kindness can come in attitudes, courtesy, a smile, or even from a heartfelt letter. Over the past two years, dorm Airmen at Minot AFB have been receiving sweet letters from base kids offering encouragement and kindness. The program, known as Kindness in Dorms (K.I.D) is organized by Dakota Elementary teacher, Melvina Murray. Melvina said, “It’s […]
Talking Task Force 21 Mark Jantzer Was Chairman For 25 Years
The recent announcement of Mark Jantzer stepping down as chairman of Task Force 21 gave me an opportunity to catch up with Mark and review his 25 years in that position. Mark explained that the actual start of Task Force 21 dates back to 1996 when the goal of then Task Force 96 was to […]
Women Connect Minot Announces Upcoming Workshop – Dream It, Vision Board It, Lead It
Minot Area Chamber EDC Women Connect On February 5 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Minot Area Chamber EDC Women Connect is pleased to present a new event to help everyone see their leadership vision through for the new year. Each person has goals and visions for their careers and lives in 2025. Hopes and […]
Travel by Train Again
This article and many more can be found in our 48 page 2024-2025 Winter Guide. The guides are available in racks all across Minot Air Force Base, or can be viewed online at northernsentry.com Traveling by railroad romanticizes history. We picture classic novels like Murder on the Orient Express or vintage movies like White Christmas […]
Jelly Roll to perform at the 2025 N.D. State Fair
North Dakota State Fair Award-winning, GRAMMY®-nominated artist Jelly Roll is set to electrify the stage at the North Dakota State Fair on Sunday, July 20, 2025, headlining the Fair’s highly anticipated concert lineup. Known for his raw storytelling, soulful voice, and deep connection with fans, Jelly Roll promises a powerful and unforgettable performance.Fresh off the […]
Re-Introducing the Community Calendar!
Even in this modern age of instant information, it can still feel surprisingly challenging to figure out what’s going on both on and off base. Events and activities are often scattered across emails, various Facebook groups, and word of mouth—and let’s be honest, relying on your spouse’s memory to relay those details isn’t exactly foolproof. […]
