Northern Sentry Salute: Honoring Minot AFB Military Members
The Northern Sentry and the Minot Minotauros are teaming up for another year to recognize and honor military members of Minot Air Force Base during every Minotauros home game this season.Through the Northern Sentry Salute, one Minot AFB military member will be recognized at each home game for their service and dedication to the Minot […]
October Squadron of the Month
Minot Operational Medical Readiness Squadron “Fultum Validum Aptare.” This is the motto of the Minot Operational Medical Readiness Squadron. This premier medical team consists of 160 officers, enlisted, and civilians across 9 primary care and support flights. The motto translates to “Strength, Wellness, Readiness”, and acts as a north star to the medical professionals providing […]
Steady Hands and Short Memories
When a high school athletic program loses four impactful seniors in a single offseason, most teams brace themselves for a lengthy, painful rebuilding phase. But for the Minot North girls golf team, the departure of their veteran core did not signal a retreat—it simply set the stage for a new era of leadership. At the […]
Your Paycheck is Just the Beginning
Most service members leave the military with little to show for it. You don’t have to. You signed the papers, raised your right hand, and entered one of the most financially generous employment packages in Americo… and you’ve likely only scratched the surface. Free housing allowances, tax-free combat pay, matching retirement contributions, zero-fee investment accounts, […]
A Million Ways to Help Out
Supporting the Ward County Historical Society’s Pioneer Village Carousel Restoration Ward County Historical Society’s Pioneer Village Museum in Burlington, North Dakota, recently received an unexpected and deeply appreciated $10,000 donation from the Magic City Lions Club. The gift will help restore an antique carousel that once operated in a Minot park. WCHS hopes to have […]
Turning Miles into Money – Minot Cadets Power the 2026 Cadet Challenge
Robyn Stoner, Assistant Deputy Commander for Cadets, Assistant Public Affairs OfficerCivil Air Patrol Magic City Composite Squadron Minot, ND — The MinotWreaths.org 1st Annual Cadet Challenge delivered a surge of energy Sunday as cadets of the Civil Air Patrol Magic City Composite Squadron transformed a 90 minute fun run into a major community impact event. […]
Air & Space Force Excellence: Gen. David C. Jones Chapter Earns National Recognition
The Gen. David C. Jones Chapter 135 of the Air & Space Forces Association brought home multiple honors from the 2026 AFA National Convention, recognizing the chapter’s work in education, advocacy, community partnerships, and support for Airmen and their families. Setting the stage “There is a bar that we challenge all chapters to meet,” said […]
Reflection on the Vigilant Parent Initiative Sessions Held on Minot AFB: What Parents Need to Know
Three sessions titled “Vision Parent Initiative” were held on Minot Air Force Base in 2026 on May 21st, June 23rd, and July 27th. These sessions were brought to the base by North Dakota Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (NDICAC) and were coordinated by our Prevention Office. They were designed to empower parents to guide […]
Fire-Smart Starts Here: SPARKY’s September Safety Tips
This Autumn at the Discovery Center
As the weather finally starts to cool down, things are just starting to heat up at the Discovery Center. This fall, our calendar is jam-packed with all sorts of things to do (with a little bit of something for everyone!). Check out our upcoming events below! NEW!! Made with Discovery: The Discovery Workshop | October […]