Starbase ND to Start School Year 2025-2026
STARBASE is a program that “provides 25-hours of hands-on, minds-on, high-tech discovery and inquiry-based activities to fifth grade students using a common curriculum that meets or exceeds a variety of National Standards. The 25-hours of STEAM instruction is carried out as an extension of the traditional classroom, where classrooms of students are brought out to […]
Ivy Leagues and Beyond
As the final year of high school approaches, many seniors begin to look beyond graduation toward the next big chapter of their lives: college. For students connected to Minot Air Force Base, this can be both exciting and overwhelming. Military life often means mobility, adaptability, and resilience qualities that many top universities seek in their […]
So Much To See…In So Little Time
Last night (Aug 11) I had the pleasure of meeting Col Mike Taylor and his spouse Amanda. Col Taylor is the new Deputy Commander of the 5th Bomb wing, transferring in from Barksdale Air Force Base. Col Taylor was representing the 5th Bomb Wing at the Military Gallery Open house held last night at the […]
From the front lines to Dickinson
It’s no question that Norwegian and German heritage get a lot of attention in North Dakota. But, there is a small building on the west side of Villard Avenue in Dickinson that packs a powerful punch when it comes to European heritage in North Dakota. Here you’ll find the Ukrainian Cultural Institute, which houses the […]
Slow Summer: It’s okay not to do it all
Last week, I called an impromptu family meeting at the dining room table. I came armed with a notebook, a pen, and a mission: make the most of our last days of summer before school routines return and snow threatens to fall. “What else do you want to do before summer’s over?” I asked my […]
69th Bomb Squadron Names Tiger Cubs, Embraces Heritage
It was a perfect North Dakota summer day – sunshine and a high of 75 with just the hint of a breeze. The sounds of laughter and the occasional cries of monkeys were reverberating around the Roosevelt Park Zoo. Scavenger hunts, crafts, and carousel rides were in full swing, drawing visitors on a merry chase […]
Shopette 2.0: Minot AFB Unveils Upgraded Express Store with Big Celebration
Minot Air Force Base marked a major milestone on July 30th with the grand opening of its newly remodeled Army and Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) Express, commonly known as the “Shopette.” Although the Express remained operational throughout the renovation, the celebration marked the official debut of the fully upgraded facility, a space now better […]
Sailing Defines Life-Hope for Sunshine & Fair Winds
The sun was about to set and put an exclamation point on a perfect North Dakota sailing day. The winds had been consistent all day at 10-15 knots, the temperature had topped out around 80 degrees and the sun had broken through intermittent white, puffy clouds. Our boat is a Cal 27 christened Celebration by […]
Sing Out Loud and Proud!
Cheers, music, and a healthy dose of competition filled Rocker’s Bar & Grill on Saturday August 2nd the 91st Missile Wing and the 5th Bomb Wing went head-to-head in the first round of their karaoke showdown. With a packed crowd and a $500 check on the line, the stage was set for an unforgettable night […]
The Beauty Is There, Just Look for It
This article and many more are featured in the Northern Sentry’s 2025 Summer Adventure Guide, which can be found at various location on base. What comes to mind when you’re asked to name the most beautiful state in the U.S.? Do you picture Maine’s vibrant fall foliage, Colorado’s snow-covered Rockies, or perhaps the sparkling, endless […]