Honoring the Heart of Service This Mother’s Day
Motherhood and military life are two roles defined by devotion, sacrifice, and boundless strength. This Mother’s Day, we honor the extraordinary women who serve their families and their country, whether they’re on active duty, married to service members, or raising children who have answered the call to serve. These women carry both the emotional weight […]
Food Truck Season Brings Little Blue Elephant to Minot AFB
Those who have recently been to the BX may have noticed that MAFB has a new food truck! Little Blue Elephant, located just outside the Food Court, made its debut on April 23d of this year. The friendly face serving you at the lunch counter? Little Blue Elephant’s owner Ken Thedsomboon. Hailing from Bangkok, Ken […]
Quick Getaways from Minot with Allegiant
If you’re looking for a fast and budget-friendly escape from Minot, Allegiant Air may be your ticket to sunshine and savings. Allegiant Air is one of the three airlines currently operating out of Minot International Airport. While Delta and United Airlines also can be spotted in the Minot skies, Allegiant Air has become a reliable […]
North Plains Elementary Book Bliss Art Show
Dr. Amanda Capote, PhD Color, creativity, and imagination were on full display during the North Plains Elementary Book Bliss Art Show on April 17, 2025. This event featured artwork from all our students grades K-5, transforming each hallway into a book or author that inspired them. Kindergarten created work from the well known child author […]
Appreciate Our Teachers
In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, May 5th – May 9th, I share some of my thoughts on teachers: PeaceImplementing positive reinforcementencourages the good in each and every way.Applying an “attention-rich diet” producesaffection through our teachers’ play. In teaching, there’s no harsh punishmentlike spanking or cruel yell.When a teacher productively guides,students learn quite well. EncourageTeachers […]
North Dakota Students Shine in 2025 Junior Duck Stamp Art Contest
Young artists from across the state were honored in the 2025 North Dakota Junior Duck Stamp competition, with students from Bismarck, Valley City, Baldwin, and beyond taking top prizes in the annual youth art program celebrating conservation through creativity. Winners were selected in four age groups: Grades K-3, 4-6, 7-9, and 10-12, with first, second, […]
Minot North Performs First Spring Band Concert
On the evening of April 29th, at 7 pm, the MNHS Auditorium echoed with the powerful sounds of the first annual Spring Band Concert, masterfully directed by Jeremy Meinert. With a diverse and engaging program, the concert showcased the talent, discipline, and musical growth of students across all grade levels. The 9th Grade Band opened […]
Minot North Sentinel Report 05-09-2025
Bryleigh McBride, Freshman | Minot North High School Minot North Sophomore Leads First-Ever Chess Tournament, Uniting Players of All Ages The quiet click of chess pieces, the rustle of popcorn bags, and focused faces filled the MAWA building, just across from Minot North High School, last week. It wasn’t just any after-school gathering—it was the […]
Confidential Care, Lasting Impact: Inside Minot AFB’s MFLC Program
MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. – Life in the military can present a complex set of challenges, regardless of rank or career field, such as relationship management, transition to civilian or military life or financial readiness. The Military Family Readiness Center (MFRC), a program under the 5th Force Support Squadron, is a department devoted to […]
Historically quirky North Dakota
Despite our state being only 136 years old, we all know there is plenty of history that happened during those years. Military history, the building of the railroads, cities springing up on the steel rail, massive cattle ranches and bonanza farms are all part of it. There’s also the lesser-known history that most of us […]
