Always a Silver Cloud
My cell phone rang late one afternoon; the call was from Capt. Kelli Williamson one of the chaplains at Minot Air Force Base. The 91st Missile Wing was in the midst of an intense exercise, one that would tax every member of the 91st with extra hours and longer days. Having done a story before […]
Beware the boxelder
There’ no denying we all love the fall colors. Leaves turn all sorts of shades for us to enjoy. But along with that comes a couple of really annoying pests, boxelder bugs and wasps. By this time in October, however, the wasps have taken a “chill” pill and aren’t as aggressive as they were in […]
Navigating by Connection: The WayFinders
Are you new to Minot? Or have you been here a while? In any case, the local Minot community is always willing to lend a helping hand to get you aquatinted with the city and the people. The WayFinder program at Minot Area Chamber EDC (MACEDC) assists locals to feel more integrated to the Minot […]
Rooted in Wellness: Yoga’s Growing Presence in Minot
There’s a quiet but powerful movement growing in the heart of downtown, a place where people stretch, breathe, and find balance. That place is Ascend Wellness, Minot’s dedicated yoga studio, and it’s becoming a welcoming hub for civilians and military families alike. For newcomers to Minot Air Force Base, adapting to the region’s long winters, […]
5 MDG Diagnostics & Therapeutics Flight: Commitment and Care for Our Air Force Family
5th Medical Group At the 5th Medical Group, our Pharmacy, Laboratory, and Radiology teams are dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare to every member of our Air Force community. These departments work tirelessly behind the scenes, leveraging their expertise, teamwork, and innovation to ensure timely, accurate, and compassionate care – because your health is our mission. […]
The State of the Press & Other Shutdown News
The government shutdown, one of the longest in U.S. history, has presented challenges for Air Force members and their families. Yet Minot Air Force Base continues to defend and preserve its mission without fail. While essential tasks are still being met, a few adjustments have been made to how some base organizations operate. One major […]
A Strong Week for MNHS
It was a winning week for the Minot North Sentinels, with multiple teams bringing home victories and plenty of school pride. The Sentinel football team crushed the Stanley Blue Jays with a commanding 49–14 victory, showing both power and precision on the field. From the opening kickoff, Minot North took control of the game with […]
Meet AFA’s New Board Chair: Kathleen Ferguson
Juanita Henry, Air & Space Forces Association and Rod Wilson, Northern Sentry The Air & Space Forces Association has a new Chair of the Board, Kathleen Ferguson. She succeeds Bernie Skoch, who completed his tenure as AFA’s Chair of the Board on Sept. 30. Ferguson, who was appointed to the seat by AFA delegates in […]
Local Volunteer Keeps Wreaths Across America Tradition Alive in Minot
Civil Air Patrol Magic City Composite Squadron The Gold Star Tree of Honor and Veteran tribute display at Minot Pizza Ranch, where community members can sponsor wreaths and pay tribute to local veterans through the Wreaths Across America initiative. Minot resident and retired fundraising champion Richard Reuer continues to connect community spirit with veterans’ remembrance […]
You can love where you are, and grieve where you aren’t
Yesterday, while scrolling through Instagram, I saw a post from Visit Rapid City. I froze, mid-swipe.The caption read, “From our camera roll to yours.” That was it. But I didn’t need any more context. The first photo was a gazebo on a small island in a lake. The next was a rushing creek framed by […]