Slice of Life: Snarling Ghost Dogs of Dog Den Butte
Once was – maybe. Maybe yet today. I’ve always had an interest in the history of our state, mostly the early days before roadways and fences and towns. The period when Dakota Territory was the “Old West”. Sometimes I wish I’d lived back then, just to say I saw it.When I travel in the state […]
Jr. Journalism: Skiing in Bottineau
Bottineau is a fun place. One day, I went tubing and in the middle of the day I asked my mom if I could try skiing. She said yes. I took one lesson with an instructor. In one hour, I WAS SKIING!!! Then I went down the big hills. That was some time ago. And […]
2023 Prairie Warrior Auction
This year, the Minot Area Chamber EDC in conjunction with the 5FSS, will hold the 36th annual Prairie Warrior Auction. This event started out with just a couple of community members who cared about the relationship between the Minot community and the Air Force Base. The first year it consisted of a murder mystery dinner […]
Air Force conducts Sentinel static fire test
HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah —The Air Force and Northrop Grumman conducted a static fire test March 2, 2023, for the LGM-35A Sentinel weapon system at Northrop Grumman’s facility in Promontory, Utah. This open-air test is the first in a series of static fire tests that will validate the design and performance of Sentinel’s three-stage […]
Minot B-52s depart for BTF 23-2
RAMSTEIN AIR FORCE BASE, Germany —Four B-52 Stratofortresses, assigned to the 5th Bomb Wing from Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota forward deployed to Moron Air Force Base, in support of the latest Bomber Task Force Feb. 24, 2023. Bomber Task Force missions are routine operations across the globe that demonstrate U.S. commitment to collective […]
A Living Piece of Minot History: Oak Park Theater
The year was 1964. Those that were around could share some stories about The Beatles, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other major historical events that changed life and culture. But in one small town in North Dakota there was a tiny, yet significant, event took place. The Oak Park Theater, located at 1500 […]
Vote NOW “Best of MAFB” is Here
The first annual “Best Of MAFB” is now open for your votes! The Northern Sentry gathered up your favorite places both on the base and around town and now you decide which is the best!Spread some love and take a quick minute to vote for your favorite activity, restaurant and school today! Winners will be […]
Six leaders fired from Air Force nuclear base in North Dakota
Six leaders — including two commanders and four of their subordinates — were fired from a key Air Force nuclear base inNorth Dakota without explanation Monday. Col. Gregory Mayer, who ran the 5th Mission Support Group at Minot Air Force Base; Maj. Jonathan Welch, the 5th Logistics Readiness Squadron commander; and four unnamed subordinates lost […]
More than a maintainer
MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — Tactical Response Force: the words themselves bring forth images of Security Forces Defenders clad in tactical gear, rushing to a missile alert facility in a UH-1N “Huey”, prepared to do whatever it takes to defend the 91st Missile Wing’s Airmen and assets. For Senior Airman Kody Uden, a missile […]
Col Michael Maginness In New Position- Assumes Command of 5th Mission Support Group
Colonel Michael Maginness has assumed command of the 5th Mission Support Group at Minot Air Force Base. The 5th Mission Support Group is focused on delivering essential installation mission support and community service, securing resources, providing proper care of base facilities and infrastructure, while developing combat-ready airmen. The group’s 1,600 military and civilian members serve […]
