5th Bomb Wing welcomes new commander
Airman Benjamin Selchow, 5th Bomb Wing Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — U.S. Air Force Col. John Burrell assumed command of the 5th Bomb Wing from Col. Jesse Lamarand during a change of command ceremony officiated by U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Ty W. Neuman, Eighth Air Force and Joint-Global Strike Operations Center […]
91st Missile Wing welcomes new commander at Minot AFB
Senior Airman Wesley Davies, 5th Bomb Wing Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. – U.S. Air Force Col. George Chapman assumed command of the 91st Missile Wing (91st MW) from U.S. Air Force Col. James Schlabach during a change of command ceremony at Minot Air Force Base, July 8, 2026. Before assuming command of […]
Don’t Leave Minot Behind
PCS season is in full swing. This time of year, hundreds of families will wave goodbye to the Minot wind and head off to their next adventure. We wish each of them the very best. Let’s be honest, many people arrive at Minot AFB kicking and screaming… or maybe even crying. But despite the dramatic […]
5th Operations Group assumes new leadership underCol. Bryson Ayers
Airman 1st Class Anthony Ramey, Minot Air Force Base Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. —U.S. Air Force Col. Bryson Ayers received command of the 5th Operations Group (OG) during a change of command ceremony at Minot Air Force Base, July 7, 2026. U.S. Air Force Col. Jesse Lamarand, 5th Bomb Wing (BW) commander, […]
TF 21—The Gold Standard
Task Force 21 Gets Many Accolades Author’s NoteAs a reporter for the Northern Sentry, I have had many opportunities to interview a number of high-ranking Air Force officials. If these officials have ties to Minot Air Force Base, they speak highly of Minot’s Task Force 21 and the work it does advocating and educating for […]
Kiai o ka Lewa
On every green-and-black patch worn by a member of the 5th Bomb Wing, a skull sits at the center, golden wings extend outward, and beneath it appears a familiar phrase: “Kiai o ka Lewa.” Though this Hawaiian phrase is often seen as simply part of an emblem, the motto carries more than just decoration. It […]
What the Honorary Commanders Program Means for Minot AFB
At Minot Air Force Base, the phrase “Honorary Commander” is heard often, but the title represents far more than a name badge or ceremonial role. Behind every honorary commander is a partnership built on trust, communication, and a shared commitment to strengthening the connection between the military and the surrounding community. The Honorary Commander Program […]
A Grateful Citizen
JoAnne Rademacher, Northern Sentry Contributor On this 4th of July, I am at Mouse River Park near Tolley, ND. I always think of this as a patriotic park and a great place to spend Independence Day because of the large memorial display “dedicated to the memory of those who served to protect our freedom” at […]
Climbing to New Heights: The Science and Adventure of the Magic Climber
Stretching an incredible 37 feet tall, the Magic Climber is a towering, industrial, creative masterpiece that takes children on a literal and physical adventure through the landscape, history, and industries of Minot and the greater North Dakota region. From the dirt beneath our feet to the expansive skies above, the Magic Climber turns regional history […]
Trusted Tire & Auto Appoints Jake Welsch as New Manager of Minot Air Force Base Location
Trusted Tire & Auto is pleased to announce the appointment of Jake Welsch as the new Store Manager of its Minot Air Force Base location. With years of dedicated service to the company, Jake has played a key role in delivering exceptional customer care to military personnel, their families, and the broader Minot community. He […]