Forged in the Ring: How boxing keeps a defender mission ready
Airman 1st Class Anthony Ramey, Minot Air Force Base Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — The bell rings, gloves raise, and the fight begins. For three minutes instinct and training guide every movement with precision and control. Airman 1st Class Randi Griffith is both a Tactical Response Force (TRF) member with the 91st […]
Minot’s Warm Spell Interrupted by Snow
After days of sunshine and temperatures climbing into the low 60s, many residents on Minot AFB were starting to believe spring had arrived early. Snow had melted away, patches of brown grass reappeared, and the simple sight of bare ground felt like a small victory after a long winter. Then, in true North Dakota fashion, […]
Best of Minot AFB Awards Does It Again…
Awards season is wrapping up, which means all those movie stars, TV icons, and red carpet pros can finally take a break from their fancy outfits. But don’t worry… the real awards have been happening right here at MAFB.That’s right, we’re talking about the 4th Annual Best of Minot Air Force Base Awards, hosted by […]
Giveaway Time: iMagicon is Coming
Mark your calendars: April 24–26, Minot is getting its annual dose of fantasy, comic books, cosplay, celebrity meet-and-greets, and all things nerdy and awesome at Imagicon! And guess what… The Northern Sentry is giving you a chance to go FOR FREE! We’ve got a limited number of 3-Day Convention Passes (valued at $45 each) reserved […]
The Little Blue Elephant Returns to Minot AFB
The Little Blue Elephant food truck is officially back on Minot Air Force Base, bringing a flavorful mix of authentic Thai cuisine and fresh sushi that is sure to draw a crowd again. Since its return to the base on March 23rd the food truck has been giving Airmen and families a go to spot […]
Maj. Gen. Stacy Jo Huser-Tell Your Story
Maj. Gen. Stacy Joe Huser stepped to the podium at the Minot Area Chamber/EDC annual meeting as the keynote speaker. Maj. Gen. Huser was once stationed in Minot, and her 30 year journey through the Air Force has landed her at F.E. Warren as Commander of the 20th Air Force. It would be normal for […]
Knighthawk of the Month-A1C Kyal Pickles
Help us celebrate A1C Kyal Pickels, our Knighthawk of the Month!Hometown: Vancouver, WashingtonHobbies: SnowboardingWhat he enjoys most about being a Knighthawk:“Being able to contribute to the mission directly.” A1C Pickels serves as a B-52 crew chief, ensuring our aircraft are mission-ready and prepared to TAKE FLIGHT at a moment’s notice. His attention to detail, accountability […]
MAFB’s Newest Chief Master Sergeants
Congratulations to the newest Chiefs on base! Chief MasterSergeant Mary Grace Martin: https://northernsentry.com/2026/03/19/chief-martins-journey-leading-with-care/ Chief MasterSergeant Tiawanna Dunn: https://northernsentry.com/2026/03/19/chief-dunn-taking-the-scenic-route/ Chief MasterSergeant SelectJansen Velante: https://northernsentry.com/2026/03/19/the-lessons-that-built-chief-velante/ Chief MasterSergeant SelectJimmy Johnson: https://northernsentry.com/2026/03/19/chief-jimmy-johnson-family-is-everything/ Chief MasterSergeantJonathan Panchal: https://northernsentry.com/2026/03/19/chief-panchal-a-family-inspired-career/
Chief Martin’s Journey: Leading with Care
Chief Master Sergeant Mary Grace Martin, newly selected for the rank of chief master sergeant with the 5th Force Support Squadron at Minot Air Force Base, credits her family, the people she serves, and a commitment to caring for others as the driving forces behind more than two decades of service in the U.S. Air […]
Chief Dunn: Taking the Scenic Route
After more than two decades in the U.S. Air Force, Senior Master Sgt. Tiawanna Dunn assigned to the 23rd Bomber Generation Squadron has built a career defined by perseverance, mentorship and a commitment to taking care of Airmen. SMSgt Dunn, who enlisted in February 2004, originally joined the Air Force with a simple goal, to […]