You Nominated—Now It’s Time to VOTE!
The MAFB community has spoken, and now the real fun begins! It’s time to cast your votes for the Best of Minot AFB Awards 2025! Last year’s competition was intense, and this year is shaping up to be even BIGGER. So don’t just vote—rally your favorites, tag them, share the excitement, and make sure your […]
Home & Garden Show celebrates 50th Anniversary
The Minot Association of Builders (MAB) The Minot Association of Builders (MAB) is a non-profit trade organization that was established in 1965. Our goal is to promote the home building industry, home ownership and affordable housing in Minot, ND and the surrounding areas. MAB represents the diversity of the building industry with members including builders, […]
Guardians of Ice-Forged In Flames, Honed On Ice
It was the afternoon of February 21st, and we were just hours away from the start of the first, of what we hope will be many, Guardians of the Ice Bonspiel (GOTIB) at the Minot Curling Club (MCC). Arriving first was the skip (team captain) for the Missile Monkeys curling team, Kyle Hostetler. Hostetler flew […]
Furever Part of the Military Family: How Minot AFB Cares for Pets
For military families stationed at Minot Air Force Base, the base veterinary clinic has long been an essential resource for their pets’ health care needs. As military families transition from base to base, many bring their pets along for the ride, making veterinary care a necessity that needs to be reestablished at each new base. […]
FCC Provider of the Month – March
What do you enjoy most about being an FCC Provider?I love doing arts and crafts with the kids, but also watching them develop their skills and interests throughout their time with me. What are your interests/hobbies?Favorite hobbies and interests include reading, pottery, painting, herbalism, cooking and soap making. What advice do you have for new […]
Should You Drive an EV Here?
Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly popular, with many car buyers considering these gas-free options to reduce emissions and save money on fuel costs. While the balance between environmental benefits and financial considerations is a personal decision, one question remains: Does owning an EV make sense for those living in cold climates and navigating the demands […]
Putting the Magic in the Magic City
One of my favorite things about writing articles about Downtown Minot is that I get to find out about businesses that I maybe wouldn’t have known about otherwise. Take for example last Friday morning when I stepped foot into Chaos Games for the first time. I was truly wowed by the experience. To say that […]
Kindergarten Enrollment 2025/2026
Credit: Minot Public Schools, Alexis Perez, Enrollment Specialist Minot Public Schools is excited to welcome students to the Kindergarten class for the 2025-26 school year! The approximate first day of school August 20, 2025. Your child must be age 5 by July 31, 2025 to attend school in the fall.NOTE: Please complete the enrollment process […]
Just Another Day in Music!
Dr. Amanda Capote, PhD Do you know the old saying “If you don’t like the weather, just wait a few minutes-it will change”? That is the exact day to day of our music room at North Plains Elementary. From buckets, to spoons, recorders, ocarinas, fishing, ice skating, and food rhythms; the students are always asking […]
The “Best of Minot AFB” is BACK – and it’s all up to YOU! Nominations NOW OPEN!
What makes a place truly THE BEST? Is it the top-notch service, unbeatable vibes, or just the fact that it feels like home? Whatever it is, YOU get to decide! The Northern Sentry is kicking off the 3nd Annual Best of Minot AFB Awards, and we need your help! We’re celebrating the best food, best […]
