KNIGHTHAWK 5 Named Load Crew of the Quarter
KNIGHTHAWK 5 from the 69th Bomber Generation Squadron has been recognized as Load Crew of the Quarter for its outstanding performance, professionalism and commitment to mission readiness. The crew consists of SSgt Mitchell, SrA Blas Bamba, SrA Flores and SrA Lambertis, whose dedication to excellence and strong teamwork continue to set the standard across the […]
A Soldier Comes Home: Remembering Ernie Hoelscher
JoAnne Rademacher, Northern Sentry Contributor “Softly and tenderly Jesus is calling…You who are weary come home…” Ernie Hoelsher came home to North Dakota in 1954 after serving 13 months in the Army fighting for freedom on the Korean Peninsula. On Thursday, October 8, 2026, weary in body and mind of the war that never let […]
Chef Al’s Chocolate Cake
This recipe has been passed down, used over, gone back to, for a hundred years. Some versions use vinegar, some use butter. This one uses Love! Make it and enjoy it with your family or share with your neighbor. Pre Heat oven 350Prepare 9×12 baking dish In a large bowl combine: Mix dry ingredients In […]
2026 Air Force Art & Photo Contest
AFIMSC Public Affairs The 2026 Air Force Art and Photo Contest is underway and accepting submissions Oct. 1-31. Managed by the Air Force Services Center, this year’s competition invites participants to embrace the theme “Joy Unfiltered.” In a world of curated feeds and perfected smiles, “Joy Unfiltered” challenges creators to bypass polished expectations and capture […]
The B-52 Picked Me
Col. Ayers Returns to Minot Minot Air Force Base Is Familiar Territory Col. Bryson S. Ayers returned to Minot Air Force Base last summer to command the 5th Operations Group, continuing a career and family connection to military aviation while renewing ties to the base and community. Col. Ayers grandfather was a Marine and flew […]
One Spouse’s Vision Brings Fall Magic to Minot AFB
A little fall spirit, a lot of carved pumpkins and a desire to bring the community together helped make the first pumpkin walk at Minot Air Force Base a reality, thanks to the initiative of one military spouse, Faith Seaborn. Faith whose husband, 2nd Lt. Justin Seaborn, is an active-duty Air Force member assigned to […]
Ghostbusters, Green Slime & a Little Downtown Magic
What do you get when you combine creativity, ingenuity, and a little elbow grease? A Ghostbusters-themed display window that could rival any display window in New York City, but one that we are fortunate enough to have right here in Downtown Minot.Melinda Howe, owner of Ascend Wellness, is the brainchild behind this design idea, but […]
Ready, Set, Launch! Exploring Energy and Motion in the MOVE Gallery
Magic City Discovery Center At the Magic City Discovery Center, physics isn’t something you just read about in a textbook. It’s something you feel, build, and set into motion! Our MOVE Gallery provides an action-packed introduction to the fundamentals of physical science. Designed with large active contraptions surrounding hands-on experimentation stations, MOVE kinetically introduces visitors […]
Brass Band of Minot to Salute Veterans and First Responders
Submitted by The Brass Band of Minot The Brass Band of Minot will open its 2026-2027 with a patriotic concert titled America 250: The Brass Band of Minot Salutes Veterans & First Responders at 4PM on Sunday, October 18th at Ann Nicole Nelson Hall. The concert is both a tribute to our country’s military and […]
A Veteran’s Legacy, Expanded: MinotWreaths.org Seeks Rebar Donations to Honor All 3,000 at Rosehill
Wreaths Across AmericaPhotos by Robyn Stoner Minot, ND – October 12, 2025 — MinotWreaths.org is preparing for a historic expansion of its Wreaths AcrossAmerica mission at Rosehill Cemetery. Through partnership with the City of Minot and generous communitydonors, families will have the opportunity to honor every veteran laid to rest at Rosehill Cemetery, nearly 3,000 […]