Tribute to Service – Prairie doughboy becomes local hero
In a way, Clarence McCormack’s life was like any other young man on the North Dakota prairie. He worked on the farm as a mechanic three miles south of Donnybrook, the youngest of 10 children, and hoped to get married and have a farm of his own one day. But a decision in Congress on […]
Tribute to Service – Trophy Elk for Air Force Vet
Just before sunrise he pulled on his backpack, put an arm through his rifle sling, grabbed a small stool to sit on, and began a half-mile trek down a tree row. Larry Verraneault, 78, Minot, a veteran of 6 years in the Marine Corps , followed by 17 ½ years in the Air Force, remembers […]
Fitness Frenzy: Minot AFB Fitness Center Buzzes After New Standards Drop
If you’ve noticed it’s a little harder to find a treadmill or an open squat rack lately, you’re not alone. At Minot Air Force Base, the McAdoo Fitness Center has been busier than usual and for a good reason. Since the updated Air Force fitness standards rolled out in late September, service members across the […]
The Creative Spirit Behind Your Next Favorite Gift
As a longtime resident of Minot, I have visited the majority of businesses in our community at one time or another and I can say that I once visited the building of one particular business several years ago, but had never really known what services they provided. You see, I didn’t go into that building […]
Feeding Hearts, One Hoagie at a Time
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Air Force Veteran Kenny Wiederholt attends Honor Flight
Jeanne Sexton-Brown Kenny Wiederholt, Gwinner served during the Vietnam Era in the United States Air Force.As an E4 or Sergeant in the Air Force, he served as an Electrical Power Production Specialist.“I ran generators to produce electricity on top of a mountain in Turkey.Wiederholt agreed that many people don’t realize that the United States Military […]
This Veterans Day, Honoring the Life-Changing Bond Between Veterans and Service Dogs
In honor of our Veteran Special, we highlight the incredible work of Service Dogs for America and the profound impact their mission has on veterans across the country, including here in North Dakota. Service Dogs for America is a nonprofit organization committed to training and certifying service dogs for individuals with disabilities, including veterans living […]
Military Curling Club Gears Up for Exciting Season
Since 2020, curling has become a surprising passion for many in our community. Wesley Mason shared that he’s been involved with the sport since a kid and had provided instruction to many new players in the sport and managed the league. He fell into the position because retired airman Kyle Hostetler, who curled, wanted to […]
AFA Chapter Announces Date for Annual Banquet
The David C. Jones-Chapter 135 of the Air and Space Forces Association announced the date of their annual Commander’s Choice Award Banquet at their monthly meeting held on October 21st at Rocker’s. “Our 42nd Annual Commander’s Choice Awards banquet will be held on April 9th, 2026, at the JDC Events Center on Minot AFB” according […]
Halloween Lasting a Little Longer as the Sentry Reveals Costume Contest Winners!
Halloween may be over, but the costume fun is lingering just a bit longer. The Northern Sentry is keeping the spirit alive by announcing the winners of our annual Facebook Costume Contest, showcasing the funny, quirky, original, scary, and downright adorable costumes of Minot AFB residents. Halloween 2025 was as spirited as ever, judging by […]