Spooky Spirit Thrives on Minot AFB: Rain, Shine, or Snow
The days are getting shorter, the air is crisp, and the familiar chill of the northern plains has already begun to bite. But on Minot Air Force Base, the cold can’t freeze the Halloween spirit. From haunted lawns filled with fog and flashing lights to cheerful pumpkins glowing on front steps, the residents of Minot […]
Corporal Ernest “Ernie” Hoelscher Honored as ‘Hero Among Heroes’
Jeanne Sexton-Brown On Monday, October 27, The Military Veteran Hospice Strike Team convened at the North Dakota Veterans Home Chapel to honor Corporal Ernest “Ernie” Hoelscher for his service to his country. Presiding Officer Major Galen Schroder, himself a Veteran of the United States Army who began his military career as a Spec4 admin clerk […]
Three New Family Child Care Providers Celebrate Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies
The Family Child Care (FCC) program hosted ribbon cutting ceremonies on October 14 and 16, 2025, to celebrate the licensing of three new FCC providers: Courtney Baker, Taylor Manderle, and Kristina Garcia. Colonel Zeigler, Commander of the 5th Mission Support Group, presented each provider with a framed FCC license and participated in a ribbon cutting […]
Home-Baked Memories
It’s that time of year when hobbies and traditions blend into one. The season of sugary, cinnamon scents filling the house and making your mouth water. Bread cooling by the oven, pumpkin rolls chilling in the fridge, and maple cookies filling the jar. It’s a beautiful sight and an even better taste. Beyond the delicious […]
Tales That Keep You Up at Night
Every town, no matter how small, has its stories, the kind passed down through generations in whispers and warnings. Maybe your grandmother told you never to walk alone at night, or your mother said that if you hear crying near the river, you run home and don’t look back. For some, these stories are just […]
Minot North Fall Sports Recap
The past week marked another strong showing for Minot North athletics as the fall season winds down. The Sentinel football team extended their undefeated streak with a 22–7 win over Dickinson, bringing their record to 9–0. The defense continued to impress, holding Dickinson to just one touchdown while the offense capitalized on key drives to […]
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, […]
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 […]