~Winter Guide~Hit the Slopes for Under $150!
Winter in North Dakota brings freezing temperatures and exciting outdoor activities like skiing and snowboarding, which can be enjoyed affordably with a bit of planning. Minot AFB residents can rent gear from Outdoor Recreation, pack meals from the Commissary, and take advantage of military discounts at nearby ski resorts to enjoy a fun-filled day on the slopes for under $150.
Mother, Military Spouse, Author and Superwoman?
“I wanted to write something I would read” said MAFB mil spouse and debut author, Meridith Gray. Meridith is an avid reader, coffee addict, stay-at-home mom of four and now the author of a new book, Becoming Indigo. Meridith explained that the only way she was able to get to the finish line was from […]
Bringing the Costco Experience to Minot AFB Community
For many, there are particular stores whose savings, line of products, or just the experience of it all are ones that can trigger a longing for the amenities of a previous duty station. Some well-loved grocery retailers not currently operating out of Minot include Aldi, Trader Joe’s, Sprouts and, the most frequently mentioned, Costco. Fortunately, […]
Tax Season 2024: Simplifying Taxes for Military Families—Key Dates and Easy Tips!
Tax season is officially here, and it’s the time of year when many of us are reminded of our adult responsibilities. For those in the military and civilian positions within the Department of Defense, it’s especially important to know when W-2 forms will be available to ensure a smooth and timely tax filing process.According to […]
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If all has gone according to plan, you might be reading this article on the Northern Sentry’s brand new website! If you are reading this in the print version of the paper, head on over to NorthernSentry.com and see our new look for yourself! The new website design was put in place so we at […]
Tech. Sgt. Brandee Hahn: Wingman, Leader, Warrior
MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. —The room felt unnaturally still as if the world outside had paused, holding its breath. The sterile, cold air of the medical group applying pressure, a weight that couldn’t be shaken. A Major entered the room. A primal instinct began to scream this wasn’t a routine visit. Something wasn’t right.“The […]
A Musical Education in the Magic City
“I would teach children music, physics, and philosophy; but most importantly music, for the patterns in music and all the arts are the keys to understanding the universe.” These immortal words attributed to Socrates in Plato’s Republic sound less like those of an ancient sage and more like someone who is up to date on […]
Crafting Memories: The Atypical Geodome Experience
“In a hole in the ground there lived a hobbit. Not a nasty, dirty, wet hole, filled with the ends of worms and an oozy smell, nor yet a dry, bare, sandy hole with nothing in it to sit down on or to eat: it was a hobbit-hole, and that means comfort.” So began J.R.R. […]
El Mercadito: Minot’s New Latin Market Fulfills the Need for Authentic Products
El Mercadito Minot, a new grocery store, has opened in the heart of the Magic City, offering a wide variety of Latin and Central American products to the local community. “The Little Market,” the store aims to fill a gap and provide an authentic shopping experience for those looking for familiar foods and ingredients from […]
FCC Provider of the Month
Linda Rodriguez What do you enjoy most about being an FCC Provider?I enjoy the creativity that comes with being an FCC provider, seeing the children’s faces light up when they learn something new is rewarding. What are your interests/hobbies?Staying busy outside of work with various activities and projects, but my absolute favorite thing to do […]