A Monday in Munich
Several years ago when I was editor of the newspaper in Langdon, there was a point in which I was getting quite stressed about the complexity of my job and how it related to Cavalier County. It was April, it was a Monday and it was a beautiful, but cold day in northeast North Dakota. […]
This Place Is Truly Special
When Lt. Gen. Burt Field (AF Retired) accepted the invitation of ND President of Air and Space Forces Association to speak at the Commander’s Choice Awards banquet, our chapter was overjoyed. The CEO of the Air and Space Forces Association was going to come to Minot, and the Minot Air Force Base, to deliver the […]
Serving Those Who Serve: Inside the Airmen’s Attic
Stepping into the Airmen’s Attic, the room immediately felt welcoming. Racks of neatly hung uniforms line the walls, while shelves of kitchen essentials are organized and easy to browse. Everything is tidy and thoughtfully arranged, making it simple for Junior Enlisted Airmen to find exactly what they need. Volunteers move quietly between the racks, organizing […]
Minot AFB Airmen showcase mission readiness during 20th Air Force leaders visit
Airman 1st Class Wesley Davies, 5th Bomb Wing Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. – U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Stacy Jo Huser, commander of 20th Air Force, and Chief Master Sgt. Nicholas Taylor, Command Chief Master Sergeant of 20th Air Force, recently visited the 91st Missile Wing at Minot Air Force Base to […]
True North Warriors Looking To Add Members
For TSgt Author Rifenbury his grappling experience started at Minot Air Force Base when he joined the True North Warriors Grappling Club almost 10 years ago. “I’ve been doing Jujitsu for a little over a decade now because of this program” and now that Rifenbury has taken over leadership of the program he wants to […]
Beyond the Base: A night at Bottineau Winter Park
Airman Joseline Chacon Monterroso, 5th Bomb Wing Public Affairs BOTTINEAU, N.D. — What started as a cold North Dakota evening quickly turned into a chance to step away from routines, and do something unexpected just outside of Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota. Located about a 90 minute drive from Minot AFB, Bottineau Winter Park […]
Matthew Ruby: A Life of Service to North Dakota and the National Guard
JoAnne Rademacher, Northern Sentry Contributor On January 3rd, 1992, a baby boy was born to Lori and Dan Ruby of rural Minot, ND. He is number six of ten children, so learned early to play nice in the sandbox, a useful attribute in military life. They named him Matthew; a name of Hebrew origin meaning […]
5MSG SHOUT OUT – TSgt Ashley Booker and TSgt Christopher Booker
The Bookers celebrated their sixth wedding anniversary on March 5th, reflecting on the growth, sacrifice, and resilience that have shaped their journey as a dual military couple. They first met in 2018 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, where two star struck Airmen quickly fell in love. Not long after, they welcomed their first child and […]
MOMC Highlight- Scarlett Bries: Growing Up Strong, Proud Military Child
April marks the Month of the Military Child, a time to recognize the strength, resilience, and unique experiences of children growing up in military families. Among them is 11-year-old Scarlett Bries, a fifth grader with a bright outlook, a sense of humor, and a deep pride in her father’s service. Scarlett, the daughter of Senior […]
City Government Week: Minot’s Magnanimous Mayor
This second week in April was designated “City Government Week” by the North Dakota League of Cities (NDLC) to promote local government. The NDLC is a non-profit organization based in Bismarck that “empowers local leaders through advocacy, education, and connection—strengthening communities, shaping policy, and building a stronger North Dakota rooted in the belief that local […]