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INSIDE THIS WEEK:

Message on mental health PAGE 3

RCMP report PAGE 6

Family Fun Day PAGE 7

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Black Knights finish 1st PAGE 8

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Receives Marj Mitchell Award PAGE 10

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Carlyle’s Mayor recognized for years of service

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ince recognizing 20 or more years of involvement and dedication to their community.

Mayor Orsted first served Carlyle as Alderman from 1991 to 1997. He was elected Mayor in 1997 and held the position through 2000. Orsted returned as an Alderman in 2009 until 2014, when he was once again elected Mayor and holds that office today.

Mayor Orsted is most pleased seeing that the Town of Carlyle has progressed and grown during his years of service both as Alderman and Mayor.

He is very aware of the importance of the various groups and their volunteers and their roles in

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By Kelly Johnson The Observer Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA) held its annual convention in Regina from February 2 to February 5, 2020.

This year the Town of Carlyle was represented at the convention by Mayor Wayne Orsted, Alderman Kelly Lutz and Chief Administrative Officer Natalie Miller.

The Convention was held at the International Trade Centre and Queensbury Downs, which are located in what people know as the Regina Exhibition Grounds, also housing Mosaic Stadium. This was the 115th Annual SUMA Convention.

Queensbury Downs was the location for the meetings and seminars, with the Presidents Banquet and Awards Ceremony being held in the ITC. Sunday’s agenda featured educational seminars relative to municipal affairs.

Monday, SUMA president Gord Barnhart gave the President’s address, which was followed by Saskatchewan Premier Moe, who gave the Premier’s address.

As well, on Tuesday’s schedule, the attendees attended sector meetings, where the delegates split into groups to discuss issues pertaining to their communities. Some of the main topics in the town sectors discussions included health, policing and the environment.

This year a motion was made to change the name of the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association’s name to the Municipalities of Saskatchewan. The new name was adopted and the reason for the name change was to encompass all communities in the province.

On Tuesday the keynote speaker was Paul Wells, senior editor of McLean’s Magazines. He spoke of the Federal Government’s relationship and issues pertaining to all Canadians.

Ryan Meili, leader of the Saskatchewan provincial government opposition addressed the Convention Tuesday morning. The afternoon was reserved for the Awards Presentations, followed by the Annual General Meeting.

At this year’s Awards Presentation Carlyle’s Mayor Wayne Orsted was one of only four recipients to receive the Honorary Service Award. It is granted to elected individuals throughout the prov-

moving a community forward.

“The character of a community is defined by the hard work of these groups and individuals. A big thank you needs to go out to all of those involved”, states Mayor Orsted.

“The community is in a good position with residential and commercial lots available, the water treatment plant and lagoon having had the necessary upgrades for sustainability”, he adds.

The Mayor takes pleasure having received the award and the opportunity to serve and that Carlyle has benefitted by the hard work of those that have served on this and previous councils.

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INSIDE THIS WEEK:

Message on mental health PAGE 3

RCMP report PAGE 6

Family Fun Day PAGE 7

FACEBOOK.COM/CARLYLEOBSERVER

Black Knights finish 1st PAGE 8

carmen

Receives Marj Mitchell Award PAGE 10

megan

conexus mortgage specialist

real estate pr ofessional

306-861-9847

306-452-8198

Carlyle’s Mayor recognized for years of service

Photo submitted

Carlyle Mayor Wayne Orsted recently received the Honorary Service Award at the 2020 SUMA Convention held in Regina at the International Trade and Convention Centre. L-R: Gordon Barnhart, Wayne Orsted and Minister of Government Relations the Honourable Lori Carr.

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ince recognizing 20 or more years of involvement and dedication to their community.

Mayor Orsted first served Carlyle as Alderman from 1991 to 1997. He was elected Mayor in 1997 and held the position through 2000. Orsted returned as an Alderman in 2009 until 2014, when he was once again elected Mayor and holds that office today.

Mayor Orsted is most pleased seeing that the Town of Carlyle has progressed and grown during his years of service both as Alderman and Mayor.

He is very aware of the importance of the various groups and their volunteers and their roles in

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By Kelly Johnson The Observer Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA) held its annual convention in Regina from February 2 to February 5, 2020.

This year the Town of Carlyle was represented at the convention by Mayor Wayne Orsted, Alderman Kelly Lutz and Chief Administrative Officer Natalie Miller.

The Convention was held at the International Trade Centre and Queensbury Downs, which are located in what people know as the Regina Exhibition Grounds, also housing Mosaic Stadium. This was the 115th Annual SUMA Convention.

Queensbury Downs was the location for the meetings and seminars, with the Presidents Banquet and Awards Ceremony being held in the ITC. Sunday’s agenda featured educational seminars relative to municipal affairs.

Monday, SUMA president Gord Barnhart gave the President’s address, which was followed by Saskatchewan Premier Moe, who gave the Premier’s address.

As well, on Tuesday’s schedule, the attendees attended sector meetings, where the delegates split into groups to discuss issues pertaining to their communities. Some of the main topics in the town sectors discussions included health, policing and the environment.

This year a motion was made to change the name of the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association’s name to the Municipalities of Saskatchewan. The new name was adopted and the reason for the name change was to encompass all communities in the province.

On Tuesday the keynote speaker was Paul Wells, senior editor of McLean’s Magazines. He spoke of the Federal Government’s relationship and issues pertaining to all Canadians.

Ryan Meili, leader of the Saskatchewan provincial government opposition addressed the Convention Tuesday morning. The afternoon was reserved for the Awards Presentations, followed by the Annual General Meeting.

At this year’s Awards Presentation Carlyle’s Mayor Wayne Orsted was one of only four recipients to receive the Honorary Service Award. It is granted to elected individuals throughout the prov-

moving a community forward.

“The character of a community is defined by the hard work of these groups and individuals. A big thank you needs to go out to all of those involved”, states Mayor Orsted.

“The community is in a good position with residential and commercial lots available, the water treatment plant and lagoon having had the necessary upgrades for sustainability”, he adds.

The Mayor takes pleasure having received the award and the opportunity to serve and that Carlyle has benefitted by the hard work of those that have served on this and previous councils.

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Weather for the week . . .

Friday, Feb. 21 ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, you may want to pick up a relationship right where you left off, but the other person may not be as amenable. Bide your time and give this person some space.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 A few extra goals never hurt anyone, Taurus. St down and see how your new resolutions can be turned into ways to achieve all of those tasks you hope to get done.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, while you may want to expand your social circle right now, you’re just not sure how to get started. Networking opportunities may be the way to go.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 There is no point getting into a disagreement over a situation you have no control over right now, Cancer. Instead, wait for the right opportunity to express your position.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, take a step back from responsibilities at work to devote more energy to your relationships at home. Embrace activities that your family can enjoy together.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Some melancholy may have you seeking out quiet corners, Virgo. Distancing yourself from the crowds is only a temporary fix. Instead, look for activities you find soothing.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Someone close to you may be feeling under the weather and could use some extra support, Libra. Take a few days off to be the rock that this person can use right now.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Friends may make excessive demands on your time this week, Scorpio. As a generous person, you want to go along with it all, but be careful not to overextend.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, you are usually outgoing, but this week you may be feeling more shy and reserved. It could be because you are missing someone.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Don’t take what you hear this week at face value, Capricorn.

The information that has been coming your way may not be entirely accurate. Make up your own mind.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Group activities or time spent with a spouse may not go as well as usual this week, Aquarius.

Your mind is elsewhere. Until you are focused, things may seem stressed.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 A minor disagreement could have you questioning a relationship, Pisces. Don’t fret, as you’ll soon find that the turmoil is short-lived.

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Former southeast resident has a message about mental health

By David Willberg Estevan Mercury Chad Fleck has a simple message for people when it comes to mental health issues: it’s a type of health, and it’s important to everybody.

Fleck is a former southeast Saskatchewan resident who resides in Ottawa and works for the Foreign Affairs Canada. His career with Foreign Affairs has allowed him to work in several countries, and he also spent eight months as the head of the Saskatchewan Trade Export Partnership (STEP) in 2014 and 2015.

But much of the past decade for him has included mental health issues.

“If you don’t take care of your mental health, you’re not taking care of your health,” he said in an interview with the Mercury. “It’s important that people take care of their health.”

The story of Fleck’s early years is similar to a lot of southeast youths. He was born and raised in the Lampman area, and went to school in the town.

He helped out on the family farm, played hockey in Lampman and Estevan, and his skills on the ice allowed him to play junior hockey and at the University of Saskatchewan. He also spent time working in the southeast oilpatch.

Fleck was hired for Foreign Affairs in the late 1990s, in what he described as a “pretty competitive class.” There were intense days in which he would be in the same room as the president of the U.S. and other world leaders.

But it was when he was working as a commercial counsellor and senior trade commissioner with the Canadian embassy in Tokyo that the mental health issues started to surface.

He was working with the Canadian embassy in March 2011 when an earthquake and tsunami struck the country and resulted in a meltdown at the Fukushima nuclear power plant. The embassy handled about 4,000-5,000 calls in the first two days of the disaster, and it was transformed into a consular unit.

Ultimately they located all 11,000 Canadians in Japan at the time.

“I never really did, I don’t think, decompress from that environment,” said Fleck.

When he took the job with STEP in the spring of 2014, he had not taken the time or the effort required to take care of his own mental health, and to get himself back to what he was before 2011.

“When you hurt yourself physically, the thing that tells you that you need to take care of something is your brain,” said Fleck. “You can look at a dislocated knee, or if you cut yourself with a knife in the kitchen … your brain will say that feels pain, it indicates something to you that you need to take care of something.”

But when someone suffers a psychological trauma, those little stresses over time can build up, and Fleck said he never understood what was happening to him until, as he put it, “my whole house of cards fell around me.”

The job with STEP should have been a natural for Fleck with his background in international trade and his knowledge of Saskatchewan. But the mental

health issues affected his short-term memory, his energy levels and his judgement. He wouldn’t forget to eat or where he put his car keys, but he would struggle with highly cognitive activities.

“There was a time where I wasn’t sleeping more than 30 minutes a night. There was all kinds of stuff that I was trying to sort out, and I just didn’t understand, so I just kept coping,” he said.

Finally he sought counselling in Regina, and the counsellor expressed concern when Fleck talked about his general well-being.

The counsellor told Fleck that he was bordering on psychosis, and Fleck knew that he couldn’t remain with STEP. “That creates strains with your family, it creates strains with your friends and it creates strains with your work,” said Fleck.

When people are trying to get themselves sorted out, the stigma associated with mental health issues is the biggest factor that mitigates against treatment.

It wasn’t until he made a decision that what other people think doesn’t matter. All that mattered was his wellness.

“It’s been brick by brick, trying to piece that together, and in my case I didn’t take care of it nearly soon enough … and it’s cost me lots of career progression, it cost me bad financial decisions that were made because judgement was impaired, and it cost me personally,” said Fleck.

People have been forgiving of him as he climbed out of the struggles he was facing.

“There were times where it was so black and so hopeless, I really and truly thought I was going to die. I was not suicidal, but there was so much strain of the physiological strain as a result of the mental stuff I was trying to sort out,” he said.

Fleck hopes that if people are struggling or hurting, they won’t hesitate to seek help. In his case, the counselling was the best decision he ever made. Attending a church service every Sunday morning has also helped.

Fleck believes he is close to getting back to where he was before the mental health issues settled in. He’s not there yet, but he believes it’s a positive that he recognizes he still has work to do.

“My own family has given me feedback to say listen, it’s good to hear that the guy we’ve known and loved for all these years has come back a little bit.”

And while he supports an initiative like Bell Let’s Talk Day on Jan. 29, it’s important to continue the conversation throughout the year.

Many people see mental health struggles as a sign of weakness, but that’s not true, he said.

“As I move forward, I note that people who were more distant than before this episode occurred, are starting to come back into the fold, so to speak, where

By Linda Wegner I freely admit it.

I’m addicted to doing crossword puzzles.

Plain and simple, I take every opportunity I can to relax in my favourite chair, take out my pencil and eraser and start filling in blanks. There are at least three things I’ve noted that parallel my life and, in particular, my spiritual life.

In some cases, the correct answer can qualify as one of several parts of speech: example, noun or verb. That causes me to remember that while you or I may fill a different role in life, if we’re in the place where God wants us to be, we are of immeasurable

I didn’t either and the only way I found out was by looking at the back of the book.

When I’ve tried my best and attempted to find the right answer by my own efforts, there’s comfort in knowing the answer exists. Likewise, when life throws unanswered questions at us and we simply can’t figure out why or how, we must never forget to look at the back of the Book.

“And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes, there shall be no more death nor sorrow nor crying, … no more pain…[He] will make all things new.”

Revelation 21:4,5

Filling in the blanks value.

Next, some questions or definitions may legitimately be answered by any one of several answers. The challenge is to find the correct one; all the surrounding words are dependent on each other. Did you ever feel as if you didn’t matter? Didn’t mean much to those around you? I’m sure we’ve all struggled with those feelings on occasion but I’ve learned that no matter who we are, we have value to God and to others.

Finally, there simply are some words I cannot come up with. For instance, did you know that pusillanimous is a synonym for cowardly?

Former Lampman resident Chad Fleck hopes people will seek assistance when facing mental health issues. they’re more comfortable with me as my recovery has gotten better, and they’re asking questions, which led me to believe that they’re thinking about their own mental health.”

Fleck recalls tough times on the farm of the 1980s, when drought left people crying at the kitchen table. And he knows that people in the oilpatch are hurting, and it hurts him to see that.

“I can’t imagine what someone’s psychological state is when they’re trying to make ends meet, when they’ve tried to build their lives around a certain income, and that income’s not there anymore,” he said.

People in small-town Saskatchewan are not wired to be open about mental health struggles; they’re told to suck it up and be tough. But it’s OK to ask for help when they find themselves in those tough times.

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Let’s be smart with our pipeline investments

By Murray Mandryk Approximately 1.2 million litres of oil leaked from that train derailment near Guernsey earlier this month.

That’s only slightly less than the 1.5 million litres lost in in a nearby rail oil tanker car spill a month earlier. However, it is no less dangerous.

That we still don’t know the cause of either spill is problematic. But such unknown dangers of shipping oil by rail tanker are just the beginning of the issues in play.

Every oil tanker moving on rail, and those living in rural Saskatchewan need not be reminded how many of those there out there, means that there is one less car moving potash or grain. We are still in the middle of winter and, at any given time, that could mean weather-related slow downs.

Now, add to the mix the potential for blockades set up by anti-pipeline protests. Further add to that the actual slowdown of trains requested by federal Transport Minister Marc Garneau for precautionary/safety reasons as a result of the Guernsey derailments.

Such issues are bound to slow our economy.

This adds to the arguments for more pipelines, so you might be wondering exactly what it is that’s standing in the way.

Well, there are a few things.

The first is that pipelines have their own inherent problems, as people in this province learned in 2016 with the spill of the oil into the North Saskatchewan River because of a breach in the Husky pipeline.

That said, we do have systems in place to inspect pipelines and such spills are a relatively rare occurrence. Certainly, a pipeline spill is less inclined than a train derailment to have explosive results.

But the biggest reason why we don’t have more pipelines is they are rather expensive to built, both in dollar and environmental approval terms.

We certainly learned this with the Energy East pipeline that ran into economic viability issues and opposition in Quebec, even though there was a very good argument that such a pipeline made sense for reasons of Canadian energy self-sufficiency and national unity. (If ever there was a pipeline worthy of federal government support/subsidization, one might think it would be this one.)

We have re-learned this lesson in the furore over the Trans-Mountain pipeline that’s almost doubled in costs since the federal Liberal government bought it two years ago, the result of a combination of delays and rules to ensure that it complied with environment regulations.

One hopes that the Saskatchewan Party government has learned these lessons. Recently, it struck a cabinet committee to examine pipeline development and maybe even consider taxpayer investment.

It’s the latter aspect in which one hopes cabinet’s new Pipeline Projects Assessment Committee (PPAC) moves cautiously.

Yes, there’s an argument that the 1,150-kilometre TransMountain pipeline that opens up oil markets to the Far East (while tripling capacity from 300,000 barrels a day) makes economic sense. But does every pipeline make economic sense?

What is the logic in Trade Minister Jeremy Harrison’s suggest that government might consider building a pipeline over the muskeg to Churchill when it doesn’t have oil shipping facilities and is a seasonal port?

Shouldn’t a provincial government that’s doubled our debt to nearly $22 billion since in came to office in 2007 be a little more cautious?

That said, one gets the frustration of the Sask.

Party and others to the impediments being put along the way.

There is no doubt that some hardcore environmentalist see the recent derailments as grounds to stop oil production altogether.

This makes no more sense that ignoring the reality of manmade climate change or simple common sense of burning less fossil fuel.

But we still need smart responses to our problems. Let’s build pipelines, but let’s invest wisely.

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Bookcases and pie plates It is one of the more notable examples of synchronicity for my husband and I. It happens this week--February 20 to be exact.

Something for him; something for me. They have no connection except that they, to my delight, happen on the same day. February 20, for those who take note of rather random observances is National Cherry Pie Day as well as National Clean Out Your BookShelley Luedtke case Day. Want to take a guess at which one of us would mark which observance?

My husband loves pie. His favorites are sour cream raisin and, drum roll please . . . cherry. I don’t like pie and consequently I don’t bake them either.

Before you judge me, I will let you know that I have been known to pay rather handsomely for such items at fundraising auctions to satisfy his appetite. Moreover, we have a couple of very kind people in our lives who periodically appear at our door with one of his favorites. I am very grateful when that happens.

He is over the moon.

That leaves National Clean Out Your Bookcase Day on my radar.

While some might find the task rather banal, it’s one I enjoy. Do I actually clean much out in the process? Not really, because as I deal with each book I find myself opening it up and rediscovering passages that struck me on first read. I then decide I simply have to re-read it and back it goes on the shelf. This happens time and again, even though I know honestly I won’t return to it. There are too many other books I haven’t read yet, and new ones being published all the time. Even so, it is hard to think about getting rid of ones I love.

It wasn’t supposed to be like this. In theory, we wouldn’t need book shelves because we would be downloading all our books. Quick, convenient, and the ability to carry around dozens—or hundreds—of titles on a slim, portable device was a great selling

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point for e-books. Well, it turns out it wasn’t quite the love affair it was predicted to be. While the sales of print books are rising, e-books have plunged. The 2019 annual report indicated that e-books in the U.S. accounted for just 7% of the multi-billion dollars in book sales revenue earned by publishers. I am in the majority of book lovers who appreciate the ease of an e-reader, but believe nothing compares to turning pages and having favorite bookmarks track my progress. It appears that I am joined by a large percentage of millennials who are popularizing print in increasing numbers over the last five years.

Why is this the case? Industry analysts surveyed readers who said physical books are more easily shared, more colorful and attractive, and it sets a better example for their kids.

The point of cleaning out bookcases is to encourage us to pass along titles to others, donate what we can, or simply organize all that we own. Yet I wonder if something else might happen too, and that is taking a look at the number we have yet to read. I know I am guilty. It’s hard to pass up a good sale or the chance to grab a volume I’ve heard great things about. So they get purchased and placed on the teeming shelf along with so many others.

It will also remind me that I have access to not only all of those, but pretty much any other book I could possibly envision. I have freedom to read whatever I want, whenever I want. Whether it’s bookstores (independents are on the rise), libraries, or my personal collection, I have access to a limitless supply of ideas, imagination, adventure, storytelling and inspiration through the written word.

Instead of seeing cleaning out bookshelves, tubs or boxes as an onerous task, I need to instead see it as a chance to dig into a treasure trove of riches that so many people simply don’t have. It is an unearned privilege simply by virtue of where I live and the opportunities granted to me. Perhaps the best way to show my appreciation for something of such extraordinary value is to cozy up with a good book . . . and a piece of cherry pie.

That’s my outlook.

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Financial Focus Saving and investing: 3 advantages of automated plans If you want to start saving but aren’t sure where to begin, then an automated plan might be what you need. Here’s why.

It makes saving easier Saving small sums is easier than trying to put large chunks of money aside. You can start with a manageable amount like $50 a month, and then increase it as your situation allows. You can also reduce the amount if you need to.

It enforces good habits By arranging for a predetermined portion of your

income to be deposited into a savings account, you’re creating a habit. And if you automate these payments, you won’t be tempted to spend the money you intend to save. In addition, many such accounts impose penalties for withdrawals or prevent them altogether. Even if you’re tempted to dip into your savings, you won’t be able to unless you jump through a few hoops first.

You can benefit from compound interest Aside from your regular savings account, you

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should also put a portion of your money into an investment portfolio. This allows you to benefit from receiving compound interest.

Your investment’s interests are periodically added to the invested capital, meaning that they’ll start accumulating interest as well.

For instance, at an average yield of three per cent, saving $150 a month for five years will net you $700 in compound interest.

To learn more about automated savings plans, talk to a representative at your bank or a financial planner.

animal health column

Should I worry about my dog throwing up?

Like people, dogs may throw up from time to time.

Usually, this isn’t cause for concern, but it can sometimes be a sign of a bigger problem. Here’s what dog owners should know.

Vomiting vs. regurgitation It’s important not to confuse vomiting with regurgitation. Regurgitation involves undigested food coming up easily from the esophagus.

This is often caused by eating or drinking too fast and isn’t usually anything to worry about.

Preceding indicators Vomiting is typically preceded by drooling, shivering or swallowing excessively. The dog’s abdomen will also visibly heave repeatedly before they throw up. It’s most often caused by something they ate, but could also be due to motion sickness, stress or illness.

Signs of a health problem In general, there’s no cause for concern if your dog throws up. However, the following may indicate a larger problem: •

The vomiting is accom-

panied by other symptoms, such as pale gums, lethargy, decreased appetite or sudden weight loss.

• You suspect the dog ate something toxic.

• The dog vomits more than twice a month.

• The vomit contains blood or a substance that looks like coffee grounds.

If you’re in doubt about your dog’s well-being, be sure to call a veterinarian. They’ll be able to answer your questions and provide you with a treatment plan if needed.

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Weekly RCMP report Submitted by Staff Sgt. Darren Simons Sorry for missing a week folks. I was away teaching a Breath Technician Course. The instrument is an Intox EC/IR II. Ask any of the Members trained on it and they will tell you us instructors don’t like the word “Machine” It is an approved instrument.

If you know any retired Members they will remember this as well. It is like a swear word or a forbidden word.

• Sometimes we get a warm satisfying feeling for the job we do. On Valentines Day 3 youth attended the Detachment with cookies and a card thanking us for what we do. It sure was a nice gesture. Our team, which includes Members from the Detachment and Traffic Unit, Victim Services, Detachment Service Assistants, Guards, and Grounds Maintenance and Custodian is just that a

Team. We can not work productively without the Team and even less productivity without the support and assistance of those in the communities we serve.

• We did not have a single false alarm in two weeks. A small victory when one considers we had 3 911 hang up investigations.

• We trained another Member on the Intox EC/IR II Breath testing instrument. We now have 11 out of 17 Members that are trained with this investigational tool. All 17 of our Members are trained on the small device that we use roadside and several are trained on the Standard Field Sobriety Test (SFST), which helps us identify drug impaired drivers and we have one Member that is a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE). We are well prepared to work toward dealing with impaired drivers.

• We had a report of two deer with hooked antlers. Shortly after the arrival of the Police, the deer must have figured it was time to stop fooling around and managed to disconnect their antlers

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without the assistance of the Police. One can only imagine what our gallant Members may have tried to do.

• We did have to send a deer off to the great pasture above after it was badly injured in a collision. It sure can be tough to watch an animal suffer.

• Please ensure those that you let operate ATV’s, side by sides and snowmobiles are qualified and can handle this equipment. We recently had a report of a concerned citizen who saw youth operating snowmobiles that were a little too high powered for their abilities. Our concern is safety. Personally I don’t want to deal with anymore people who state after an injury or fatality. “I assumed they could handle it”.

• So you “found” a cell phone and did not realize there is a tracking feature on it and when the Police come knocking on your door you try and state you were waiting for the owner to contact you. Unfortunately, that is not the way things work. We have yet to resolve the matter, however, charges of possessing stolen property are being considered.

• Now if you find something the right way to do it is to either bring it to the owner or to the RCMP. Now, you may ask how you can identify the owner? Some times it is very simple. Someone recently found some property belonging to a company being the company name was on the item. They brought it to our Detachment knowing we would quickly locate the owner, which we did.

• An individual was determined to be in town contrary to their release conditions. They were gone before we were made aware, however, our investigation will continue and it is hoped that with video evidence we will soon be laying a charge.

• Two individuals got into a physical altercation with one attend-

ing the hospital for medical attention, while the other attended our cell block for fingerprinting, photograph and release documents after a brief stay in a cell.

• Two other individuals also got into a physical altercation, however, the victim has chosen not to cooperate with the investigation.

• Another fight resulted in another individual spending some time in cells. It appears they won the fight but the reward was the unexpected stay in cells.

• Another incidence where violence was utilized resulted in an individual being charged with assault with a weapon, uttering threats and mischief. This individual was released on numerous conditions.

• Another individual was released on numerous conditions after being charged with assault with a weapon. The victim required medical treatment, however, the injuries were minor.

• A further assault is not going to result in charges, however, we did spend quite a bit of time locating the involved individuals.

• We had suspicious activity reported outside one of our schools after hours. Patrols were made. We suspect someone was up to no good, however, it could have just been someone reminiscing about better times. You know, nap time, snack time. The good old days.

• A party turned disappointing for the attendee’s upon the arrival of the Police. While the home owner was away several youth took the opportunity to hold a gathering. With the permission of the home owner Members attended and seized cannabis and drug paraphernalia and the 5 youth in attendance each received a $300 ticket for youth possessing cannabis.

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• An individual took another individual’s vehicle without their permission. They owner of the vehicle called the RCMP who found the accused operating the motor vehicle in an intoxicated state. When the Police went looking they found the accused who now faces charges of taking a motor vehicle without consent, impaired driving, failure to provide a breath sample, driving while prohibited, assault, and open liquor.

This accused remains in custody.

• We also assisted Estevan by clearing up one of their warrants, assisted Corrections Canada by monitoring someone on release conditions and assisted Saskatoon with clearing up one of their warrants.

This is in addition to child welfare and mental health act files.

• If your old licence is not destroyed and you choose to keep it, don’t keep it in your wallet. It is contrary to Provincial Legislation to do so. We don’t want to give you a ticket, however, sometimes due to attitude we may give the ticket.

• An erratic driver was located after a complaint from another road user and they were issued a $580 ticket for careless driving .

• Members responded to a report of a possible impaired driver and located the vehicle and the driver provided a “Fail” reading into the approved screening device. They subsequently provided breath samples of 110 mg%.

• One of our Traffic Members noted a vehicle operated by a driver without a seatbelt. The ALPR (Automated Licence Plate Reader) determined the registered owner to be suspended.

A traffic stop was initiated and the driver was found to be cradling a bottle of vodka. They were subsequently arrested for impaired driving and provided samples of 290 and 310 mg%.

• A Member was on patrol and located a vehicle running with an individual sitting in the drivers seat. The sole occupant admitted to having had a few drinks and subsequently provided a “Fail” reading into the approved screening device. They were arrested and escorted to the Detachment where they provided samples of 160 and 150 mg%.

• Another impaired driving investigation where the driver was suspected of operating under the influence of cannabis. The SFST trained Member deter-

mined there was enough evidence to bring the accused to a DRE who determined there was enough evidence to bring the accused to a medical facility to provide samples for analysis. Our investigation is continuing and we fully expect there will be charges of impaired driving by drug once our lab completes their tests.

The driver is suspended indefinitely at this time and also received a ticket for having cannabis in a vehicle.

• Another driver provided a “warn” into the approved screening device which normally would have resulted in a 72 hour suspension, however, due to the unenviable driving record involving alcohol, they received a 90 day suspension.

• Our Members, specifically our Traffic Members, focused on stop signs over the past reporting period and they issued many tickets and warnings. If you don’t want a stop sign ticket all you have to do is “STOP” at the stop sign.

• Members issued approximately 45 tickets and 65 warnings over the past two weeks.

• Tickets were issued for minor possess cannabis - $300, possess cannabis in a vehicle $360, no insurance, fail to maintain daily log $150, fail to stop at stop sign - $230, no drivers licence - $150, window tint - $115, fail to wear seatbelt - $175, careless driving $580, inadequate mudflaps and or fenders - $115, operate a motor vehicle without a subsisting inspection certificate - $90, brake lights fail to emit red light -$115 and most expensive speeding tickets were for $320, $350 and $490.

• Warnings were issued for stop sign, fail to produce drivers licence, hold more than one drivers licence, fail to wear a seatbelt, drive to the left of solid centre line, fail to stop at red light other than at an intersection (I would suggest stopping at the red lights in construction zones), cell phone use, obstructed licence plate, insecure licence plate, fail to dim high beams, and speeding • Inspection notices were issued for inadequate windshield, inadequate head lights, inadequate day time running lights, window tint, inadequate mudflaps and or fenders, inadequate rear view mirrors, inadequate brake lights, failure to display inspection certificate and white lights on roof.

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Family Fun Day at the Park

By Kelly Johnson The Observer Moose Mountain Lion’s Club organized a Family Fun Day at Moose Mountain Provincial Park on Monday, February 17.

This year the location was at McNaughton Heights. The Lions’ objective for this event on the long weekend in February, is to show appreciation for the support they receive from the surrounding area at the many fundraisers they host each year.

The Lions put the event on at no charge, treating everyone to hot chocolate, hotdogs, sodas and an outdoor campfire.

There is a great hill for tobogganing, featuring all the thrills, spills and bumps and bruises! There were snowmobile rides and cross-country skiing, in which rentals were also free on this day.

McNaughton Heights features a warm-up shelter with a wood stove to keep everyone warm, as well as some of the best scenery the Park offers.

This year had a large turnout with an estimated crowd of 150 people of all ages. Many of the people were from the surrounding communities in the area, as well as people that ventured to the park for the weekend. The weather was co-operative and it was the perfect day for a family outing.

Photos by Kelly Johnson

McNaughton Heights in Moose Mountain Provincial Park was the perfect spot for Family Fun Day hosted by the Moose Mountain Lion’s Club on Feb. 17.

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Oxbow school’s cheerleaders shine in debut performance

By David Willberg Estevan Mercury The Oxbow Prairie Horizons School Black Knights cheer team had a performance to remember at their first competition.

The squad, which consists of 17 members, travelled to the Best of the West Cheer and Dance Competition at the Evraz International Trade Centre in Regina on Feb. 8, and came home with top spot in the scholastic cheer intermediate division for Grades 7-12.

Oxbow finished with a score of 88.6 out of a possible 100 points.

Velvett Mamela, who is the coach of the team, said she was particularly impressed that they had zero deductions.

“When we practice, it’s usually like that, but to hit it at the first competition is really unexpected,” she said.

The 17 members of the Knights cheer team had really good energy, and they hit all of their difficult stunts. Adding to the excitement is that the Estevan Comprehensive School Elecs cheer team won gold in intermediate Grade 9-12, meaning a sweep for South East Cornerstone Public School Division’s teams in their division.

Mamela is originally from Regina and has been part of the cheer teams for the Saskatchewan Roughriders and the University of Regina Rams, and also coached some teams.

She moved to the southeast to become a teacher at Oxbow Prairie Horizons, and decided to start the Oxbow program.

“We’re different from other teams because we’re Grade 7-12, so it’s a larger age gap, but honestly, the girls have all really supported each other, and they’ve made a lot of friends based off of having such young kids working with high school kids,” said Mamela.

They have been practising twice since September, and it amounts to five hours a week. That doesn’t include extra practices on several weekends to further their skills and their chemistry.

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The Oxbow Prairie Horizons School Black Knights finished first in their division at the Best of the West competition in Regina.

Members have also been fundraising to help cover costs associated with the team.

Mamela decided to enter the Black Knights in Best of the West, in part, because friends of hers run the competition, but it also has a lot of high-end teams, and she thought it would be a good experience for the Oxbow team to see the stunts of those teams.

“They have good energy,” said Mamela. “Lots of teams go to it, so that’s why I picked Best of the West.”

She predicted a showing like this will give the Knights a lot of confidence, and she hopes it gave them reason to love the sport even more.

“They went out there like they owned the place, and they were excited to perform.”

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Cougars suffer OT loss in game two of playoffs Nicole Currie Sports Contributor Game 2 - Playoffs Tuesday, Feb. 11, the Cougars headed to Bienfait to redeem themselves. The only way to describe this game is INTENSE! The Cougars really needed the win and were working hard to get it.

Landon stood on his head this game, making some huge saves and unfortunately for us, their goalie did as well.

The first ended with a score of 1-1. Both sides played hard and scoring for the Blue and White was Turgeon from McGonigal and Lequyer.

Both sides had lots of shots all game and the puck would’ve crossed every square inch of that ice.

In the second period, the Cougars dominated with 2 goals from McGonigal. Johnstone and Struthers with 2, got the assists. It was a good and extremely nervous and of course, exciting feeling being up 3-1 heading into the third.

Bienfait got the bounces, scoring 3 goals. It was a 4-3 game.

Thank the heavens for Rose’s goal with help from Johnstone, to tie it back-up, with just over a minute to spare.

End of regulation and it is 4-4. The is always a super intense, nerve-wracking, time to pray to the hockey gods . . . who knows what the players are feeling, but this is definitely how the fans are feeling.

It was a 10-minute

sudden death period and 4:55 into it, Bienfait sneaks one in and they take a 2-0 series lead.

One thing that we do know, is that our Cougars are resilient and will come back working super hard. They are never a team to doubt and count out.

We are looking forward to the game on Monday night at Carlyle Sports Arena at 8:00.

Thank you to all of the Cougar fans that always show up to the support the Cougars. Your support and respect for the game and all of the teams, is greatly appreciated.

See you at the rink!

Note: At press time the Cougars made a comeback in the series, winning game 3 on Feb.

won the Marj Mitchell Sportsmanship Award at the tournament. Mitchell hailed from the Glen Ewen area, and in 1980, skipped the first Canadian entry to win gold at the women’s world curling championships.

Mitchell died in 1983.

“I didn’t know Marj Mitchell was from Glen Ewen, which is 10 minutes from my hometown, so that made it just that little bit more sweet and awesome,” Kitz said. “We’ve gotten lots of messages from our family … and friends in Oxbow and area, saying that I’m bringing back the award to the

southeast.”

Kitz takes pride in knowing that she was recognized for her play and her conduct on the ice.

It was a member of the media who used to live in Oxbow who pointed out the southeast connection between Kitz and Mitchell.

Kitz agreed to join the Anderson rink last year after the team found out that Aly Jenkins was pregnant and wasn’t expected to compete in the Scotties in 2020. Jenkins died from a rare childbirth complication in October, putting even more attention on the Anderson for the Scotties.

Team Anderson came together, and made it to the final, which they lost 8-5 to the Robyn Silvernagle rink, who won provincials for the second straight year.

“I love Sherry. She’s a sweetheart off the ice, but she’s so knowledgeable on the ice. It’s been awesome this whole year to learn underneath her.

I’ve been a skip pretty much my whole life in the U18s (under-18s) and the U21s, and just to learn everything that she has to offer now for the future, when I want

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The Carlyle Cougars and Bienfait Coalers are both hungry to come out on top in the first round of Big Six playoffs.

17 by a score of 5-2 and forcing a game four scheduled for Feb. 18 back in Bienfait.

Game four proved fatal for the Cougars, as the Coalers were victorious by a score of 5-4,

ending the Cougars playoff run.

See you all back at the rink next season!

Scotties was memorable for Oxbow’s Kitz

By David Willberg Chaelynn Kitz’s return to the Viterra Scotties Tournament of Hearts proved to be a memorable experience, in more ways than one.

Kitz, who hails from Oxbow, was the lead on the Sherry Anderson rink that finished second at the Scotties, which happened from Jan. 2428 in Melville. It was the second time Kitz had competed at the Scotties, but her first time with Anderson, a Saskatchewan curling legend who has won the Scotties on numerous occasions.

On top of the onice team success, Kitz

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Bernadette McIntyre from CurlSask, left, presents the Marj Mitchell Sportsmanship Award to Oxbow’s Chaelynn Kitz at the Viterra Scotties Tournament of Hearts. (Photo courtesy of CurlSask) to move back up, it’s a cool experience.”

Kitz believes provincials was one of the best performances of her young curling career.

“It’s a curler’s dream to peak right at provincials, and I think I did that,” said Kitz.

She hopes she can remain part of the An-

derson rink for next season.

But up next will be the mixed doubles provincials, which she plays with her boyfriend.

They will be at a mixed doubles event in Saskatoon this weekend and Regina the following weekend, and then they will compete at prov-

incials at the end of the month.

“Two years ago, we won provincials, so we got a green jacket, and in 2019, we lost the final, but we got to the mixed doubles nationals on points, so we’re striving for the green jacket again,” said Kitz.

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Obvious disconnect between consumers and farmers

By Calvin Daniels The obvious disconnect between consumers and farmers, is much discussed in agriculture media, and that includes mentioned here on numerous occasions.

This past week I had something of an epiphany in regards to the aforementioned disconnect.

It had always been a case of simplifying the situation down to the reality more and more consumers, even those in small Canadian Prairie cities, no longer have a direct connection to the farm. There is no grandfather, uncle, brother, still operating a nearby farm where urban relatives visit to see calves being born and grain harvested. Without that direct look at a farm operation a level of distrust has arisen as people often fear that which they do not know.

Yet, in the back of my mind that never quite

jived with how consumers happily head to grocery store and buy ‘fresh’ fruit imported from half a world away, or opt for something processed by a big corporation in a plant in another country with a long list of unpronounceable ingredients, with a seemingly greater trust than how the farm just outside the local community go about their business.

It dawned on me that the issue revolves around a disconnect people have from actually making their own food.

We live in an era where we increasingly rely on a cellphone app to order our meals, or we opt for some ‘boil-in-the-bag’ meal that in my youth would have been little more than a strange idea offered in a sci-fi novel.

When I think back to my youth, there are numerous memories about food that are not directly

Pause for Reflection

By Ken Rolheiser www.kenrolheiser.com

My Son Jesus and resting in God’s peace Recently I found myself repeating the unusual phrase: My Son Jesus, My Son Jesus, My Son Jesus.

I was asleep at the time but subconsciously asking myself how these words made any sense when applied to me. How could Jesus be my Son. It took me a while in my awake hours to find the answer. The only thought that made any sense was that these words were Mary’s words. In praying the Rosary we say fifty-three Hail Marys that include “and blessed is the fruit of Thy womb Jesus”. We are always asking Mary to intercede for us.

St John Paul II said, “Whenever we pray the Rosary, we sit in ‘the school of Mary,’ asking her to teach us about her son Jesus.” And that is one place

Filling in the blanks

By Linda Wegner I freely admit it.

I’m addicted to doing crossword puzzles.

Plain and simple, I take every opportunity I can to relax in my favourite chair, take out my pencil and eraser and start filling in blanks. There are at least three things I’ve noted that parallel my life and, in particular, my spiritual life.

In some cases, the correct answer can qualify as one of several parts of speech: example, noun or verb. That causes me to remember that while you or I may fill a different role in life, if we’re in the place where God wants us to be, we are of immeasurable value.

Next, some questions or definitions may legitimately be answered by any one of several answers. The challenge is to find the correct one; all the surrounding words are dependent on each other.

Did you ever feel as if you didn’t matter?

Didn’t mean much to those around you? I’m sure we’ve all struggled with those feelings on occasion but I’ve learned that no matter who we are, we have value to God and to others.

Finally, there simply are some words I cannot come up with. For instance, did you know that pusillanimous is a synonym for cowardly?

I didn’t either and the

only way I found out was by looking at the back of the book.

When I’ve tried my best and attempted to find the right answer by my own efforts, there’s comfort in knowing the answer exists. Likewise, when life throws unanswered questions at us and we simply can’t figure out why or how, we must never forget to look at the back of the Book.

“And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes, there shall be no more death nor sorrow nor crying, … no more pain…[He] will make all things new.”

Revelation 21:4,5

where Mary is telling us about “my Son Jesus”. The Rosary puts us in touch with many key scripture passages about Jesus in the Mysteries that are reflected on in every Rosary.

In “Living in God’s Rest” Joyce Meyers tells us: “God wants us to enjoy our everyday lives. John 10:10 says that Jesus died for us so we may have life and have it abundantly. But it seems so many people who say they believe in Jesus are not really enjoying their lives.

“It’s tragic to think that Jesus paid the price for our sins, that He suffered to make that sacrifice, and yet there are Christians who are struggling just to get by and make it through each day,” Meyers says.

Farha Firman says, “Rest tonight. God is already working out the things that you are worried about.”

We need to rest in Jesus, to join God in His rest, literally. That is why God gave us the Sabbath. But it is more than just resting on Sundays.

Joyce Meyers says, “When we try to do everything in our own strength and leave God out of the equation, we just get worn-out and frustrated by our mistakes and failures. But when we lean on God, we actually enter into His rest and can enjoy our lives, no matter what our circumstances may be.”

So, when we partner with God and do things through His Grace, we enter that rest from our worries and troubles. Let God DO and let God BE. “Be still and know that I am God.” (Psalm 46:10).

“God is still writing your story. Quit trying to steal the pen. Trust the author.” (topradio.ro) As a writer struggling to succeed in the publishing world, it is very important for me to trust that when I have worked, with God’s graces, to get a manuscript ready, that I trust God in the outcome.

It’s not about me. It is about the Kingdom.

So it is that after more than three re-writes and years of preparation that I can enter God’s rest while the publishers decide on my latest efforts. And all the while I need to continue pursuing the best way to circulate the story God has written in his Love Letter to the World.

The peace in the work of our daily lives comes from leaving in God’s hands what we can’t do with our hands. We are co-partners with God in our work, our families and our lives. We who believe enter that rest! (Hebrews 4:3).

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about sitting down to eat.

I well remember carrying bags of potatoes from the garden into the cellar on a frosty October evening.

Then there was helping to wrap carrots to store, shell peas, cut beans, or weed the garden patch. You were connected to your food in a very personal way.

Similarly, there is nothing that quite connects you to your food like the aromas that come with filling the larder.

I have read that scents often fire very strong memories, and in the case of food I fully understand that.

The smell of making pickles have stuck with me for decades, although it has been at least 25-years since anyone made homemade pickles in my home.

And then there is the smell of mom making homemade buns and bread. The range of smells goes from the yeasty scent of the dough rising, to the smells of baking, to that special scent of butter being basted over the crust of hot bread fresh from the oven. The memories are fresh, the connection to our food better understood because of it.

But for most, they are as far from home preparation of food as they are from milking cows, or driving a combine, and that is part of the disconnect often not considered.

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Alida News Submitted by Edel Cowan

Oh, oh it’s another early deadline upon us. It’ll be short on news as news was sent in only three days ago, - Alida may be a busy little place, but not that busy – lol. However hope that you will all have a good Valentine’s Day on Feb. 14. Lori at 361 Café is holding a Valentine’s Special and by the grapevine it sounds like she’ll have a good turnout that evening.

I know some of our usual crowd that meets every Thursday evening for supper are postponing our night and heading out on Friday night instead. Lori will be serving a choice of two delicious meals (ribs or Oscar Chicken). My choice will be the Chicken and Hubby will be enjoying the ribs. Way to go Lori – can hardly wait.

Wawota News Submitted by Myrna Olson

Sympathy to the family of the Pat Metz of Fairlight. She passed away on Feb. 9 at the age of 81 years.

Congratulations to Ron Mowbray and Christina Claypool-Kohl who were married in Regina on Feb. 9. Family and close friends attended the ceremony.

Morley and Joan Hamilton and Garnet and Erma Hamilton from Lloydminster enjoyed a Panama Cruise recently. They visited

seven different countries while on the 16-day cruise.

The Wawota United Church held their annual meeting during the church service on Feb. 9th. Some new names were added to the Property and Worship Boards and the Pastoral Care Committee but still a few positions need to be filled. The following Sunday, Feb.16th Crossroads held their annual meeting following the church service and a noon luncheon in Mary-

Maryfield Villa News Submitted by Janet Mark

At the Tenants Annual Meeting Ralph Burke continued as Vice Chairman. He will need help with “Thank Yous” to the four churches and many entertainers who come to share their faith and talents.

Thank you to Florence Edmonds for her gift of two easy chairs, matching the Villa Lounge furniture. One is brown and the other a wine Lazy Boy, with an Easy See control.

Visitors during the week included: Larry Husband and Rose Hill, and Kristin Duff with Irene; Joe and Shirley Blaise; Wendy Lynd, Moosomin; and Stacey Beutler, Regina, with Joyce Gilies; and Ray Swanton with Marie Jensen.

Charlotte Kovach brought popcorn and a movie.

On Sunday afternoon the younger members of the Sinclair Carlyle & District Food Bank Donate to the Food Bank

Every little bit helps.

Youth Choir sang at both Redvers Care Home and the Villa. In the evening the Kola Church led

by Harold and Cheryl Friesen led a lusty singalong.

Welcome to Jean and Murray Taylor who have moved to the Haven next door.

Floor curling is back, as is crafts. Come and play bingo with us!

field.

A group of interested people from across Canada took part in the Boots on the Beach Tour. This trip through Vision travel included 450 people who enjoyed a concert by the Hunter Brothers in Ixtapa, Mexico. Don and Judy Steinke were part of this group to enjoy the week.

An update on curling: Madison Wilson and her team Meegan Hood, Sierra Murray and Genna Pryce won the “B” side of the Curl Sask. U18.

Hanna Johnson and her team of Shoni King, Brooke Armstrong, Ava Beausoliel won the “C” side. Both of these teams have advanced to the provincial finals in Tisdale.

In SEDAA Senior Curling the Madison Wilson Rink of Hanna Johnson, Sierra Murray, Jacey Patterson and Anna Van Winkoop won the “A’ side of the District Playoffs in Wawota.

They have advanced to the Regional playoffs in Moosomin on Feb. 28 and 29.

The Legion held a Valentine Soup and Sandwich luncheon on Feb. 14 at the Club

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Rooms.There was a continental breakfast at the Drop In last Monday Feb. 17. Proceeds are for TeleMiracle. And another meal will be on Feb. 25 when the Catholic Church will serve a Shrove Tuesday pancake lunch.

Home from a month’s holiday are Linda and Don Akins – great to see them back – Welcome home and back at the Post Office Linda.

Hope everyone enjoyed the long weekend, especially the Family Day on Monday, Feb. 17. I should have more news for Monday, Feb. 24 – what with the long weekend, Alida’s Ladies 1-D Bonspiel (oneday, February 15) and there may even be some visitors in the area. Sunday breakfast at the rink will be interesting too, unless too late a night on Saturday for some. As I’ve said before Alida may be a very busy place – we do seem to keep ourselves busy.

Please remember folks to keep me posted whenever you have news – simply contact me anytime on the happenings that are going on in and around Alida as well as within your family circle, either call me (306-443-2496) or text (306-485-8561) or e-mail (g.cowan@sasktel.net). I will see that your news gets into a paper. I do appreciate all your input as it does help keep this column interesting.

Until next time – keep smiling – think positive – drive safely and take care.

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Redvers salutes a trio of dedicated community leaders

By David Willberg Estevan Mercury Three hard-working people were recently saluted for their contributions to life in Redvers through the Economic Development Committee’s Business and Community Awards.

Tricia Pickard was presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award, Patricia Miller won the Business Person of the Year Award and Michelle Jensen captured the Above and Beyond Award.

The award recipients were announced Monday morning on the Town of Redvers’ Facebook page.

Pickard won the Lifetime Achievement Award in part because she played a key role in the growth of the Redvers Early Learning and Child Care Centres, joining the agency at a time when child care was needed in Redvers. During her time as the director, the centre doubled its spaces, found another building and remains in existence today.

“It was started through the Redvers Activity Centre. They were the founding members. I came along shortly after that, when the director came, and there was six kids registered, and then it was built up.”

Three key staff members and a strong board worked hard as a team to grow the centre.

Pickard was with Redvers Child Care from 19992011. She has been working for the Town of Redvers for eight years.

She also helped create the Redvers Wildlife Archery Club, where she volunteers as a coach and oversees all aspects of running the club. She is a member of the Redvers Minor Ball board, and also volunteers as a coach, and she is one of the leading members of the Redvers Health Foundation fundraising committee.

It’s a lot of work being involved with an organization, she said, and people often don’t see the work behind the scenes.

“They don’t see the meetings that are attended, the idea sharing around the table, the texts that are going out and the phone calls. Many, many hours are put into lots of different organizations that people never see.”

Pickard said she loves being in Redvers because the community works very well together and they support each other. When a fundraiser or event takes place, different organizations and volunteers

collaborate.

“We come together as a community to build a better future and have fun at the time,” said Pickard.

Miller won the business leader award for her work as the owner-operator of Shear Images Salon and Silver Lotus Boutique.

“I was taken by surprise and completely in shock, but then very flattered and thankful,” said Miller. “Lots of time you do stuff in the community, and you’re doing it because it makes you feel good, and you don’t realize that maybe so many people have taken notice.”

Miller opened Shear Images 28 years ago.

Meanwhile, her mother was the owner of New Trend Clothing, and when Miller’s mother decided it was time to retire, Miller took it over four years ago and renamed it Silver Lotus Boutique. Clothing, giftware and home décor are offered at the boutique.

When she purchased the clothing store, she started opening on Saturdays, which encouraged others in the business community to do the same.

There are a lot activities happening on Saturdays, she said, and people are coming into the town for weddings, birthdays, reunions and hockey tournaments.

Miller said she enjoys doing her part to bring the town together and giving back to the community.

“I’m really gung ho at keeping our downtown alive, and hoping to get more businesses in, and trying to keep all of the businesses complimenting each other and working together,” said Miller.

Each year she does a fashion show that has entertainment and door prizes. Proceeds from the event are donated to a non-profit organization in the community.

Miller said she shares the award with her staff members and her two daughters, who do their part to help the businesses thrive.

Jensen, who is the head librarian of the Redvers Public Library, was described in the bio for the Above and Beyond Award as extremely hard working. She has made the library a hub of the community, with programming for all ages. People who rarely went to a library now visit it regularly.

She has been with the library for nearly a decade. Jensen started out as an assistant, and moved into the head librarian role 3 1/2 years ago. It’s a rewarding job, especially when working with children.

“I really love the freedom we have here to be super creative, and all of the fun and cool things that we can do, to help kids figure out what their favourite things are, what piques their interest, and you just impact all those people, too,” she said.

Programming ranges from a senior outreach to activities for toddlers, and everything in between.

Jensen said she doesn’t do anything more than anything else, but she loves her job and she also enjoys taking an active role in the community.

“I just do my job to the best of my ability.

Nothing really special here,” she said with a laugh.

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22 – Bear Claw Casino - Craft & Trade Show 25 – Carlyle - Agriculture Update Event 27 – Redvers - IMPACT Early Childhood Fair

March

3 – Stoughton - IMPACT Early Childhood Fair 4 – Wawota - IMPACT Early Childhood Fair 4 – Carlyle - Fraud Awareness 5 – Carlyle - Lions Supper & Auction 7 – Arcola - Ladies Night 12 – Arcola - IMPACT Early Childhood Fair 15 – Wawota - U.C. Time & Talent Supper & Auction 17 – Kisbey - Hamburger Noon Lunch 18 – Carlyle - Food Bank 21 – Carlyle - Indoor Ice Fishing

Weather for the week . . .

Friday, Feb. 21 ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, you may want to pick up a relationship right where you left off, but the other person may not be as amenable. Bide your time and give this person some space.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 A few extra goals never hurt anyone, Taurus. St down and see how your new resolutions can be turned into ways to achieve all of those tasks you hope to get done.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, while you may want to expand your social circle right now, you’re just not sure how to get started. Networking opportunities may be the way to go.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 There is no point getting into a disagreement over a situation you have no control over right now, Cancer. Instead, wait for the right opportunity to express your position.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, take a step back from responsibilities at work to devote more energy to your relationships at home. Embrace activities that your family can enjoy together.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Some melancholy may have you seeking out quiet corners, Virgo. Distancing yourself from the crowds is only a temporary fix. Instead, look for activities you find soothing.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Someone close to you may be feeling under the weather and could use some extra support, Libra. Take a few days off to be the rock that this person can use right now.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Friends may make excessive demands on your time this week, Scorpio. As a generous person, you want to go along with it all, but be careful not to overextend.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, you are usually outgoing, but this week you may be feeling more shy and reserved. It could be because you are missing someone.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Don’t take what you hear this week at face value, Capricorn.

The information that has been coming your way may not be entirely accurate. Make up your own mind.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Group activities or time spent with a spouse may not go as well as usual this week, Aquarius.

Your mind is elsewhere. Until you are focused, things may seem stressed.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 A minor disagreement could have you questioning a relationship, Pisces. Don’t fret, as you’ll soon find that the turmoil is short-lived.

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Former southeast resident has a message about mental health

By David Willberg Estevan Mercury Chad Fleck has a simple message for people when it comes to mental health issues: it’s a type of health, and it’s important to everybody.

Fleck is a former southeast Saskatchewan resident who resides in Ottawa and works for the Foreign Affairs Canada. His career with Foreign Affairs has allowed him to work in several countries, and he also spent eight months as the head of the Saskatchewan Trade Export Partnership (STEP) in 2014 and 2015.

But much of the past decade for him has included mental health issues.

“If you don’t take care of your mental health, you’re not taking care of your health,” he said in an interview with the Mercury. “It’s important that people take care of their health.”

The story of Fleck’s early years is similar to a lot of southeast youths. He was born and raised in the Lampman area, and went to school in the town.

He helped out on the family farm, played hockey in Lampman and Estevan, and his skills on the ice allowed him to play junior hockey and at the University of Saskatchewan. He also spent time working in the southeast oilpatch.

Fleck was hired for Foreign Affairs in the late 1990s, in what he described as a “pretty competitive class.” There were intense days in which he would be in the same room as the president of the U.S. and other world leaders.

But it was when he was working as a commercial counsellor and senior trade commissioner with the Canadian embassy in Tokyo that the mental health issues started to surface.

He was working with the Canadian embassy in March 2011 when an earthquake and tsunami struck the country and resulted in a meltdown at the Fukushima nuclear power plant. The embassy handled about 4,000-5,000 calls in the first two days of the disaster, and it was transformed into a consular unit.

Ultimately they located all 11,000 Canadians in Japan at the time.

“I never really did, I don’t think, decompress from that environment,” said Fleck.

When he took the job with STEP in the spring of 2014, he had not taken the time or the effort required to take care of his own mental health, and to get himself back to what he was before 2011.

“When you hurt yourself physically, the thing that tells you that you need to take care of something is your brain,” said Fleck. “You can look at a dislocated knee, or if you cut yourself with a knife in the kitchen … your brain will say that feels pain, it indicates something to you that you need to take care of something.”

But when someone suffers a psychological trauma, those little stresses over time can build up, and Fleck said he never understood what was happening to him until, as he put it, “my whole house of cards fell around me.”

The job with STEP should have been a natural for Fleck with his background in international trade and his knowledge of Saskatchewan. But the mental

health issues affected his short-term memory, his energy levels and his judgement. He wouldn’t forget to eat or where he put his car keys, but he would struggle with highly cognitive activities.

“There was a time where I wasn’t sleeping more than 30 minutes a night. There was all kinds of stuff that I was trying to sort out, and I just didn’t understand, so I just kept coping,” he said.

Finally he sought counselling in Regina, and the counsellor expressed concern when Fleck talked about his general well-being.

The counsellor told Fleck that he was bordering on psychosis, and Fleck knew that he couldn’t remain with STEP. “That creates strains with your family, it creates strains with your friends and it creates strains with your work,” said Fleck.

When people are trying to get themselves sorted out, the stigma associated with mental health issues is the biggest factor that mitigates against treatment.

It wasn’t until he made a decision that what other people think doesn’t matter. All that mattered was his wellness.

“It’s been brick by brick, trying to piece that together, and in my case I didn’t take care of it nearly soon enough … and it’s cost me lots of career progression, it cost me bad financial decisions that were made because judgement was impaired, and it cost me personally,” said Fleck.

People have been forgiving of him as he climbed out of the struggles he was facing.

“There were times where it was so black and so hopeless, I really and truly thought I was going to die. I was not suicidal, but there was so much strain of the physiological strain as a result of the mental stuff I was trying to sort out,” he said.

Fleck hopes that if people are struggling or hurting, they won’t hesitate to seek help. In his case, the counselling was the best decision he ever made. Attending a church service every Sunday morning has also helped.

Fleck believes he is close to getting back to where he was before the mental health issues settled in. He’s not there yet, but he believes it’s a positive that he recognizes he still has work to do.

“My own family has given me feedback to say listen, it’s good to hear that the guy we’ve known and loved for all these years has come back a little bit.”

And while he supports an initiative like Bell Let’s Talk Day on Jan. 29, it’s important to continue the conversation throughout the year.

Many people see mental health struggles as a sign of weakness, but that’s not true, he said.

“As I move forward, I note that people who were more distant than before this episode occurred, are starting to come back into the fold, so to speak, where

By Linda Wegner I freely admit it.

I’m addicted to doing crossword puzzles.

Plain and simple, I take every opportunity I can to relax in my favourite chair, take out my pencil and eraser and start filling in blanks. There are at least three things I’ve noted that parallel my life and, in particular, my spiritual life.

In some cases, the correct answer can qualify as one of several parts of speech: example, noun or verb. That causes me to remember that while you or I may fill a different role in life, if we’re in the place where God wants us to be, we are of immeasurable

I didn’t either and the only way I found out was by looking at the back of the book.

When I’ve tried my best and attempted to find the right answer by my own efforts, there’s comfort in knowing the answer exists. Likewise, when life throws unanswered questions at us and we simply can’t figure out why or how, we must never forget to look at the back of the Book.

“And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes, there shall be no more death nor sorrow nor crying, … no more pain…[He] will make all things new.”

Revelation 21:4,5

Filling in the blanks value.

Next, some questions or definitions may legitimately be answered by any one of several answers. The challenge is to find the correct one; all the surrounding words are dependent on each other. Did you ever feel as if you didn’t matter? Didn’t mean much to those around you? I’m sure we’ve all struggled with those feelings on occasion but I’ve learned that no matter who we are, we have value to God and to others.

Finally, there simply are some words I cannot come up with. For instance, did you know that pusillanimous is a synonym for cowardly?

Former Lampman resident Chad Fleck hopes people will seek assistance when facing mental health issues. they’re more comfortable with me as my recovery has gotten better, and they’re asking questions, which led me to believe that they’re thinking about their own mental health.”

Fleck recalls tough times on the farm of the 1980s, when drought left people crying at the kitchen table. And he knows that people in the oilpatch are hurting, and it hurts him to see that.

“I can’t imagine what someone’s psychological state is when they’re trying to make ends meet, when they’ve tried to build their lives around a certain income, and that income’s not there anymore,” he said.

People in small-town Saskatchewan are not wired to be open about mental health struggles; they’re told to suck it up and be tough. But it’s OK to ask for help when they find themselves in those tough times.

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Let’s be smart with our pipeline investments

By Murray Mandryk Approximately 1.2 million litres of oil leaked from that train derailment near Guernsey earlier this month.

That’s only slightly less than the 1.5 million litres lost in in a nearby rail oil tanker car spill a month earlier. However, it is no less dangerous.

That we still don’t know the cause of either spill is problematic. But such unknown dangers of shipping oil by rail tanker are just the beginning of the issues in play.

Every oil tanker moving on rail, and those living in rural Saskatchewan need not be reminded how many of those there out there, means that there is one less car moving potash or grain. We are still in the middle of winter and, at any given time, that could mean weather-related slow downs.

Now, add to the mix the potential for blockades set up by anti-pipeline protests. Further add to that the actual slowdown of trains requested by federal Transport Minister Marc Garneau for precautionary/safety reasons as a result of the Guernsey derailments.

Such issues are bound to slow our economy.

This adds to the arguments for more pipelines, so you might be wondering exactly what it is that’s standing in the way.

Well, there are a few things.

The first is that pipelines have their own inherent problems, as people in this province learned in 2016 with the spill of the oil into the North Saskatchewan River because of a breach in the Husky pipeline.

That said, we do have systems in place to inspect pipelines and such spills are a relatively rare occurrence. Certainly, a pipeline spill is less inclined than a train derailment to have explosive results.

But the biggest reason why we don’t have more pipelines is they are rather expensive to built, both in dollar and environmental approval terms.

We certainly learned this with the Energy East pipeline that ran into economic viability issues and opposition in Quebec, even though there was a very good argument that such a pipeline made sense for reasons of Canadian energy self-sufficiency and national unity. (If ever there was a pipeline worthy of federal government support/subsidization, one might think it would be this one.)

We have re-learned this lesson in the furore over the Trans-Mountain pipeline that’s almost doubled in costs since the federal Liberal government bought it two years ago, the result of a combination of delays and rules to ensure that it complied with environment regulations.

One hopes that the Saskatchewan Party government has learned these lessons. Recently, it struck a cabinet committee to examine pipeline development and maybe even consider taxpayer investment.

It’s the latter aspect in which one hopes cabinet’s new Pipeline Projects Assessment Committee (PPAC) moves cautiously.

Yes, there’s an argument that the 1,150-kilometre TransMountain pipeline that opens up oil markets to the Far East (while tripling capacity from 300,000 barrels a day) makes economic sense. But does every pipeline make economic sense?

What is the logic in Trade Minister Jeremy Harrison’s suggest that government might consider building a pipeline over the muskeg to Churchill when it doesn’t have oil shipping facilities and is a seasonal port?

Shouldn’t a provincial government that’s doubled our debt to nearly $22 billion since in came to office in 2007 be a little more cautious?

That said, one gets the frustration of the Sask.

Party and others to the impediments being put along the way.

There is no doubt that some hardcore environmentalist see the recent derailments as grounds to stop oil production altogether.

This makes no more sense that ignoring the reality of manmade climate change or simple common sense of burning less fossil fuel.

But we still need smart responses to our problems. Let’s build pipelines, but let’s invest wisely.

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Bookcases and pie plates It is one of the more notable examples of synchronicity for my husband and I. It happens this week--February 20 to be exact.

Something for him; something for me. They have no connection except that they, to my delight, happen on the same day. February 20, for those who take note of rather random observances is National Cherry Pie Day as well as National Clean Out Your BookShelley Luedtke case Day. Want to take a guess at which one of us would mark which observance?

My husband loves pie. His favorites are sour cream raisin and, drum roll please . . . cherry. I don’t like pie and consequently I don’t bake them either.

Before you judge me, I will let you know that I have been known to pay rather handsomely for such items at fundraising auctions to satisfy his appetite. Moreover, we have a couple of very kind people in our lives who periodically appear at our door with one of his favorites. I am very grateful when that happens.

He is over the moon.

That leaves National Clean Out Your Bookcase Day on my radar.

While some might find the task rather banal, it’s one I enjoy. Do I actually clean much out in the process? Not really, because as I deal with each book I find myself opening it up and rediscovering passages that struck me on first read. I then decide I simply have to re-read it and back it goes on the shelf. This happens time and again, even though I know honestly I won’t return to it. There are too many other books I haven’t read yet, and new ones being published all the time. Even so, it is hard to think about getting rid of ones I love.

It wasn’t supposed to be like this. In theory, we wouldn’t need book shelves because we would be downloading all our books. Quick, convenient, and the ability to carry around dozens—or hundreds—of titles on a slim, portable device was a great selling

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point for e-books. Well, it turns out it wasn’t quite the love affair it was predicted to be. While the sales of print books are rising, e-books have plunged. The 2019 annual report indicated that e-books in the U.S. accounted for just 7% of the multi-billion dollars in book sales revenue earned by publishers. I am in the majority of book lovers who appreciate the ease of an e-reader, but believe nothing compares to turning pages and having favorite bookmarks track my progress. It appears that I am joined by a large percentage of millennials who are popularizing print in increasing numbers over the last five years.

Why is this the case? Industry analysts surveyed readers who said physical books are more easily shared, more colorful and attractive, and it sets a better example for their kids.

The point of cleaning out bookcases is to encourage us to pass along titles to others, donate what we can, or simply organize all that we own. Yet I wonder if something else might happen too, and that is taking a look at the number we have yet to read. I know I am guilty. It’s hard to pass up a good sale or the chance to grab a volume I’ve heard great things about. So they get purchased and placed on the teeming shelf along with so many others.

It will also remind me that I have access to not only all of those, but pretty much any other book I could possibly envision. I have freedom to read whatever I want, whenever I want. Whether it’s bookstores (independents are on the rise), libraries, or my personal collection, I have access to a limitless supply of ideas, imagination, adventure, storytelling and inspiration through the written word.

Instead of seeing cleaning out bookshelves, tubs or boxes as an onerous task, I need to instead see it as a chance to dig into a treasure trove of riches that so many people simply don’t have. It is an unearned privilege simply by virtue of where I live and the opportunities granted to me. Perhaps the best way to show my appreciation for something of such extraordinary value is to cozy up with a good book . . . and a piece of cherry pie.

That’s my outlook.

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Financial Focus Saving and investing: 3 advantages of automated plans If you want to start saving but aren’t sure where to begin, then an automated plan might be what you need. Here’s why.

It makes saving easier Saving small sums is easier than trying to put large chunks of money aside. You can start with a manageable amount like $50 a month, and then increase it as your situation allows. You can also reduce the amount if you need to.

It enforces good habits By arranging for a predetermined portion of your

income to be deposited into a savings account, you’re creating a habit. And if you automate these payments, you won’t be tempted to spend the money you intend to save. In addition, many such accounts impose penalties for withdrawals or prevent them altogether. Even if you’re tempted to dip into your savings, you won’t be able to unless you jump through a few hoops first.

You can benefit from compound interest Aside from your regular savings account, you

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should also put a portion of your money into an investment portfolio. This allows you to benefit from receiving compound interest.

Your investment’s interests are periodically added to the invested capital, meaning that they’ll start accumulating interest as well.

For instance, at an average yield of three per cent, saving $150 a month for five years will net you $700 in compound interest.

To learn more about automated savings plans, talk to a representative at your bank or a financial planner.

animal health column

Should I worry about my dog throwing up?

Like people, dogs may throw up from time to time.

Usually, this isn’t cause for concern, but it can sometimes be a sign of a bigger problem. Here’s what dog owners should know.

Vomiting vs. regurgitation It’s important not to confuse vomiting with regurgitation. Regurgitation involves undigested food coming up easily from the esophagus.

This is often caused by eating or drinking too fast and isn’t usually anything to worry about.

Preceding indicators Vomiting is typically preceded by drooling, shivering or swallowing excessively. The dog’s abdomen will also visibly heave repeatedly before they throw up. It’s most often caused by something they ate, but could also be due to motion sickness, stress or illness.

Signs of a health problem In general, there’s no cause for concern if your dog throws up. However, the following may indicate a larger problem: •

The vomiting is accom-

panied by other symptoms, such as pale gums, lethargy, decreased appetite or sudden weight loss.

• You suspect the dog ate something toxic.

• The dog vomits more than twice a month.

• The vomit contains blood or a substance that looks like coffee grounds.

If you’re in doubt about your dog’s well-being, be sure to call a veterinarian. They’ll be able to answer your questions and provide you with a treatment plan if needed.

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Weekly RCMP report Submitted by Staff Sgt. Darren Simons Sorry for missing a week folks. I was away teaching a Breath Technician Course. The instrument is an Intox EC/IR II. Ask any of the Members trained on it and they will tell you us instructors don’t like the word “Machine” It is an approved instrument.

If you know any retired Members they will remember this as well. It is like a swear word or a forbidden word.

• Sometimes we get a warm satisfying feeling for the job we do. On Valentines Day 3 youth attended the Detachment with cookies and a card thanking us for what we do. It sure was a nice gesture. Our team, which includes Members from the Detachment and Traffic Unit, Victim Services, Detachment Service Assistants, Guards, and Grounds Maintenance and Custodian is just that a

Team. We can not work productively without the Team and even less productivity without the support and assistance of those in the communities we serve.

• We did not have a single false alarm in two weeks. A small victory when one considers we had 3 911 hang up investigations.

• We trained another Member on the Intox EC/IR II Breath testing instrument. We now have 11 out of 17 Members that are trained with this investigational tool. All 17 of our Members are trained on the small device that we use roadside and several are trained on the Standard Field Sobriety Test (SFST), which helps us identify drug impaired drivers and we have one Member that is a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE). We are well prepared to work toward dealing with impaired drivers.

• We had a report of two deer with hooked antlers. Shortly after the arrival of the Police, the deer must have figured it was time to stop fooling around and managed to disconnect their antlers

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without the assistance of the Police. One can only imagine what our gallant Members may have tried to do.

• We did have to send a deer off to the great pasture above after it was badly injured in a collision. It sure can be tough to watch an animal suffer.

• Please ensure those that you let operate ATV’s, side by sides and snowmobiles are qualified and can handle this equipment. We recently had a report of a concerned citizen who saw youth operating snowmobiles that were a little too high powered for their abilities. Our concern is safety. Personally I don’t want to deal with anymore people who state after an injury or fatality. “I assumed they could handle it”.

• So you “found” a cell phone and did not realize there is a tracking feature on it and when the Police come knocking on your door you try and state you were waiting for the owner to contact you. Unfortunately, that is not the way things work. We have yet to resolve the matter, however, charges of possessing stolen property are being considered.

• Now if you find something the right way to do it is to either bring it to the owner or to the RCMP. Now, you may ask how you can identify the owner? Some times it is very simple. Someone recently found some property belonging to a company being the company name was on the item. They brought it to our Detachment knowing we would quickly locate the owner, which we did.

• An individual was determined to be in town contrary to their release conditions. They were gone before we were made aware, however, our investigation will continue and it is hoped that with video evidence we will soon be laying a charge.

• Two individuals got into a physical altercation with one attend-

ing the hospital for medical attention, while the other attended our cell block for fingerprinting, photograph and release documents after a brief stay in a cell.

• Two other individuals also got into a physical altercation, however, the victim has chosen not to cooperate with the investigation.

• Another fight resulted in another individual spending some time in cells. It appears they won the fight but the reward was the unexpected stay in cells.

• Another incidence where violence was utilized resulted in an individual being charged with assault with a weapon, uttering threats and mischief. This individual was released on numerous conditions.

• Another individual was released on numerous conditions after being charged with assault with a weapon. The victim required medical treatment, however, the injuries were minor.

• A further assault is not going to result in charges, however, we did spend quite a bit of time locating the involved individuals.

• We had suspicious activity reported outside one of our schools after hours. Patrols were made. We suspect someone was up to no good, however, it could have just been someone reminiscing about better times. You know, nap time, snack time. The good old days.

• A party turned disappointing for the attendee’s upon the arrival of the Police. While the home owner was away several youth took the opportunity to hold a gathering. With the permission of the home owner Members attended and seized cannabis and drug paraphernalia and the 5 youth in attendance each received a $300 ticket for youth possessing cannabis.

To ensure the safety of the youth, Members remained until the guardians could attend and take their youth home.

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• An individual took another individual’s vehicle without their permission. They owner of the vehicle called the RCMP who found the accused operating the motor vehicle in an intoxicated state. When the Police went looking they found the accused who now faces charges of taking a motor vehicle without consent, impaired driving, failure to provide a breath sample, driving while prohibited, assault, and open liquor.

This accused remains in custody.

• We also assisted Estevan by clearing up one of their warrants, assisted Corrections Canada by monitoring someone on release conditions and assisted Saskatoon with clearing up one of their warrants.

This is in addition to child welfare and mental health act files.

• If your old licence is not destroyed and you choose to keep it, don’t keep it in your wallet. It is contrary to Provincial Legislation to do so. We don’t want to give you a ticket, however, sometimes due to attitude we may give the ticket.

• An erratic driver was located after a complaint from another road user and they were issued a $580 ticket for careless driving .

• Members responded to a report of a possible impaired driver and located the vehicle and the driver provided a “Fail” reading into the approved screening device. They subsequently provided breath samples of 110 mg%.

• One of our Traffic Members noted a vehicle operated by a driver without a seatbelt. The ALPR (Automated Licence Plate Reader) determined the registered owner to be suspended.

A traffic stop was initiated and the driver was found to be cradling a bottle of vodka. They were subsequently arrested for impaired driving and provided samples of 290 and 310 mg%.

• A Member was on patrol and located a vehicle running with an individual sitting in the drivers seat. The sole occupant admitted to having had a few drinks and subsequently provided a “Fail” reading into the approved screening device. They were arrested and escorted to the Detachment where they provided samples of 160 and 150 mg%.

• Another impaired driving investigation where the driver was suspected of operating under the influence of cannabis. The SFST trained Member deter-

mined there was enough evidence to bring the accused to a DRE who determined there was enough evidence to bring the accused to a medical facility to provide samples for analysis. Our investigation is continuing and we fully expect there will be charges of impaired driving by drug once our lab completes their tests.

The driver is suspended indefinitely at this time and also received a ticket for having cannabis in a vehicle.

• Another driver provided a “warn” into the approved screening device which normally would have resulted in a 72 hour suspension, however, due to the unenviable driving record involving alcohol, they received a 90 day suspension.

• Our Members, specifically our Traffic Members, focused on stop signs over the past reporting period and they issued many tickets and warnings. If you don’t want a stop sign ticket all you have to do is “STOP” at the stop sign.

• Members issued approximately 45 tickets and 65 warnings over the past two weeks.

• Tickets were issued for minor possess cannabis - $300, possess cannabis in a vehicle $360, no insurance, fail to maintain daily log $150, fail to stop at stop sign - $230, no drivers licence - $150, window tint - $115, fail to wear seatbelt - $175, careless driving $580, inadequate mudflaps and or fenders - $115, operate a motor vehicle without a subsisting inspection certificate - $90, brake lights fail to emit red light -$115 and most expensive speeding tickets were for $320, $350 and $490.

• Warnings were issued for stop sign, fail to produce drivers licence, hold more than one drivers licence, fail to wear a seatbelt, drive to the left of solid centre line, fail to stop at red light other than at an intersection (I would suggest stopping at the red lights in construction zones), cell phone use, obstructed licence plate, insecure licence plate, fail to dim high beams, and speeding • Inspection notices were issued for inadequate windshield, inadequate head lights, inadequate day time running lights, window tint, inadequate mudflaps and or fenders, inadequate rear view mirrors, inadequate brake lights, failure to display inspection certificate and white lights on roof.

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Family Fun Day at the Park

By Kelly Johnson The Observer Moose Mountain Lion’s Club organized a Family Fun Day at Moose Mountain Provincial Park on Monday, February 17.

This year the location was at McNaughton Heights. The Lions’ objective for this event on the long weekend in February, is to show appreciation for the support they receive from the surrounding area at the many fundraisers they host each year.

The Lions put the event on at no charge, treating everyone to hot chocolate, hotdogs, sodas and an outdoor campfire.

There is a great hill for tobogganing, featuring all the thrills, spills and bumps and bruises! There were snowmobile rides and cross-country skiing, in which rentals were also free on this day.

McNaughton Heights features a warm-up shelter with a wood stove to keep everyone warm, as well as some of the best scenery the Park offers.

This year had a large turnout with an estimated crowd of 150 people of all ages. Many of the people were from the surrounding communities in the area, as well as people that ventured to the park for the weekend. The weather was co-operative and it was the perfect day for a family outing.

Photos by Kelly Johnson

McNaughton Heights in Moose Mountain Provincial Park was the perfect spot for Family Fun Day hosted by the Moose Mountain Lion’s Club on Feb. 17.

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Oxbow school’s cheerleaders shine in debut performance

By David Willberg Estevan Mercury The Oxbow Prairie Horizons School Black Knights cheer team had a performance to remember at their first competition.

The squad, which consists of 17 members, travelled to the Best of the West Cheer and Dance Competition at the Evraz International Trade Centre in Regina on Feb. 8, and came home with top spot in the scholastic cheer intermediate division for Grades 7-12.

Oxbow finished with a score of 88.6 out of a possible 100 points.

Velvett Mamela, who is the coach of the team, said she was particularly impressed that they had zero deductions.

“When we practice, it’s usually like that, but to hit it at the first competition is really unexpected,” she said.

The 17 members of the Knights cheer team had really good energy, and they hit all of their difficult stunts. Adding to the excitement is that the Estevan Comprehensive School Elecs cheer team won gold in intermediate Grade 9-12, meaning a sweep for South East Cornerstone Public School Division’s teams in their division.

Mamela is originally from Regina and has been part of the cheer teams for the Saskatchewan Roughriders and the University of Regina Rams, and also coached some teams.

She moved to the southeast to become a teacher at Oxbow Prairie Horizons, and decided to start the Oxbow program.

“We’re different from other teams because we’re Grade 7-12, so it’s a larger age gap, but honestly, the girls have all really supported each other, and they’ve made a lot of friends based off of having such young kids working with high school kids,” said Mamela.

They have been practising twice since September, and it amounts to five hours a week. That doesn’t include extra practices on several weekends to further their skills and their chemistry.

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The Oxbow Prairie Horizons School Black Knights finished first in their division at the Best of the West competition in Regina.

Members have also been fundraising to help cover costs associated with the team.

Mamela decided to enter the Black Knights in Best of the West, in part, because friends of hers run the competition, but it also has a lot of high-end teams, and she thought it would be a good experience for the Oxbow team to see the stunts of those teams.

“They have good energy,” said Mamela. “Lots of teams go to it, so that’s why I picked Best of the West.”

She predicted a showing like this will give the Knights a lot of confidence, and she hopes it gave them reason to love the sport even more.

“They went out there like they owned the place, and they were excited to perform.”

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OBSERVER

Cougars suffer OT loss in game two of playoffs Nicole Currie Sports Contributor Game 2 - Playoffs Tuesday, Feb. 11, the Cougars headed to Bienfait to redeem themselves. The only way to describe this game is INTENSE! The Cougars really needed the win and were working hard to get it.

Landon stood on his head this game, making some huge saves and unfortunately for us, their goalie did as well.

The first ended with a score of 1-1. Both sides played hard and scoring for the Blue and White was Turgeon from McGonigal and Lequyer.

Both sides had lots of shots all game and the puck would’ve crossed every square inch of that ice.

In the second period, the Cougars dominated with 2 goals from McGonigal. Johnstone and Struthers with 2, got the assists. It was a good and extremely nervous and of course, exciting feeling being up 3-1 heading into the third.

Bienfait got the bounces, scoring 3 goals. It was a 4-3 game.

Thank the heavens for Rose’s goal with help from Johnstone, to tie it back-up, with just over a minute to spare.

End of regulation and it is 4-4. The is always a super intense, nerve-wracking, time to pray to the hockey gods . . . who knows what the players are feeling, but this is definitely how the fans are feeling.

It was a 10-minute

sudden death period and 4:55 into it, Bienfait sneaks one in and they take a 2-0 series lead.

One thing that we do know, is that our Cougars are resilient and will come back working super hard. They are never a team to doubt and count out.

We are looking forward to the game on Monday night at Carlyle Sports Arena at 8:00.

Thank you to all of the Cougar fans that always show up to the support the Cougars. Your support and respect for the game and all of the teams, is greatly appreciated.

See you at the rink!

Note: At press time the Cougars made a comeback in the series, winning game 3 on Feb.

won the Marj Mitchell Sportsmanship Award at the tournament. Mitchell hailed from the Glen Ewen area, and in 1980, skipped the first Canadian entry to win gold at the women’s world curling championships.

Mitchell died in 1983.

“I didn’t know Marj Mitchell was from Glen Ewen, which is 10 minutes from my hometown, so that made it just that little bit more sweet and awesome,” Kitz said. “We’ve gotten lots of messages from our family … and friends in Oxbow and area, saying that I’m bringing back the award to the

southeast.”

Kitz takes pride in knowing that she was recognized for her play and her conduct on the ice.

It was a member of the media who used to live in Oxbow who pointed out the southeast connection between Kitz and Mitchell.

Kitz agreed to join the Anderson rink last year after the team found out that Aly Jenkins was pregnant and wasn’t expected to compete in the Scotties in 2020. Jenkins died from a rare childbirth complication in October, putting even more attention on the Anderson for the Scotties.

Team Anderson came together, and made it to the final, which they lost 8-5 to the Robyn Silvernagle rink, who won provincials for the second straight year.

“I love Sherry. She’s a sweetheart off the ice, but she’s so knowledgeable on the ice. It’s been awesome this whole year to learn underneath her.

I’ve been a skip pretty much my whole life in the U18s (under-18s) and the U21s, and just to learn everything that she has to offer now for the future, when I want

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The Carlyle Cougars and Bienfait Coalers are both hungry to come out on top in the first round of Big Six playoffs.

17 by a score of 5-2 and forcing a game four scheduled for Feb. 18 back in Bienfait.

Game four proved fatal for the Cougars, as the Coalers were victorious by a score of 5-4,

ending the Cougars playoff run.

See you all back at the rink next season!

Scotties was memorable for Oxbow’s Kitz

By David Willberg Chaelynn Kitz’s return to the Viterra Scotties Tournament of Hearts proved to be a memorable experience, in more ways than one.

Kitz, who hails from Oxbow, was the lead on the Sherry Anderson rink that finished second at the Scotties, which happened from Jan. 2428 in Melville. It was the second time Kitz had competed at the Scotties, but her first time with Anderson, a Saskatchewan curling legend who has won the Scotties on numerous occasions.

On top of the onice team success, Kitz

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Bernadette McIntyre from CurlSask, left, presents the Marj Mitchell Sportsmanship Award to Oxbow’s Chaelynn Kitz at the Viterra Scotties Tournament of Hearts. (Photo courtesy of CurlSask) to move back up, it’s a cool experience.”

Kitz believes provincials was one of the best performances of her young curling career.

“It’s a curler’s dream to peak right at provincials, and I think I did that,” said Kitz.

She hopes she can remain part of the An-

derson rink for next season.

But up next will be the mixed doubles provincials, which she plays with her boyfriend.

They will be at a mixed doubles event in Saskatoon this weekend and Regina the following weekend, and then they will compete at prov-

incials at the end of the month.

“Two years ago, we won provincials, so we got a green jacket, and in 2019, we lost the final, but we got to the mixed doubles nationals on points, so we’re striving for the green jacket again,” said Kitz.

THANK YOU! Thank you to all of our fans, sponsors and volunteers for all of your support this season and EVERY season!

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Friday, February 21, 2020

Obvious disconnect between consumers and farmers

By Calvin Daniels The obvious disconnect between consumers and farmers, is much discussed in agriculture media, and that includes mentioned here on numerous occasions.

This past week I had something of an epiphany in regards to the aforementioned disconnect.

It had always been a case of simplifying the situation down to the reality more and more consumers, even those in small Canadian Prairie cities, no longer have a direct connection to the farm. There is no grandfather, uncle, brother, still operating a nearby farm where urban relatives visit to see calves being born and grain harvested. Without that direct look at a farm operation a level of distrust has arisen as people often fear that which they do not know.

Yet, in the back of my mind that never quite

jived with how consumers happily head to grocery store and buy ‘fresh’ fruit imported from half a world away, or opt for something processed by a big corporation in a plant in another country with a long list of unpronounceable ingredients, with a seemingly greater trust than how the farm just outside the local community go about their business.

It dawned on me that the issue revolves around a disconnect people have from actually making their own food.

We live in an era where we increasingly rely on a cellphone app to order our meals, or we opt for some ‘boil-in-the-bag’ meal that in my youth would have been little more than a strange idea offered in a sci-fi novel.

When I think back to my youth, there are numerous memories about food that are not directly

Pause for Reflection

By Ken Rolheiser www.kenrolheiser.com

My Son Jesus and resting in God’s peace Recently I found myself repeating the unusual phrase: My Son Jesus, My Son Jesus, My Son Jesus.

I was asleep at the time but subconsciously asking myself how these words made any sense when applied to me. How could Jesus be my Son. It took me a while in my awake hours to find the answer. The only thought that made any sense was that these words were Mary’s words. In praying the Rosary we say fifty-three Hail Marys that include “and blessed is the fruit of Thy womb Jesus”. We are always asking Mary to intercede for us.

St John Paul II said, “Whenever we pray the Rosary, we sit in ‘the school of Mary,’ asking her to teach us about her son Jesus.” And that is one place

Filling in the blanks

By Linda Wegner I freely admit it.

I’m addicted to doing crossword puzzles.

Plain and simple, I take every opportunity I can to relax in my favourite chair, take out my pencil and eraser and start filling in blanks. There are at least three things I’ve noted that parallel my life and, in particular, my spiritual life.

In some cases, the correct answer can qualify as one of several parts of speech: example, noun or verb. That causes me to remember that while you or I may fill a different role in life, if we’re in the place where God wants us to be, we are of immeasurable value.

Next, some questions or definitions may legitimately be answered by any one of several answers. The challenge is to find the correct one; all the surrounding words are dependent on each other.

Did you ever feel as if you didn’t matter?

Didn’t mean much to those around you? I’m sure we’ve all struggled with those feelings on occasion but I’ve learned that no matter who we are, we have value to God and to others.

Finally, there simply are some words I cannot come up with. For instance, did you know that pusillanimous is a synonym for cowardly?

I didn’t either and the

only way I found out was by looking at the back of the book.

When I’ve tried my best and attempted to find the right answer by my own efforts, there’s comfort in knowing the answer exists. Likewise, when life throws unanswered questions at us and we simply can’t figure out why or how, we must never forget to look at the back of the Book.

“And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes, there shall be no more death nor sorrow nor crying, … no more pain…[He] will make all things new.”

Revelation 21:4,5

where Mary is telling us about “my Son Jesus”. The Rosary puts us in touch with many key scripture passages about Jesus in the Mysteries that are reflected on in every Rosary.

In “Living in God’s Rest” Joyce Meyers tells us: “God wants us to enjoy our everyday lives. John 10:10 says that Jesus died for us so we may have life and have it abundantly. But it seems so many people who say they believe in Jesus are not really enjoying their lives.

“It’s tragic to think that Jesus paid the price for our sins, that He suffered to make that sacrifice, and yet there are Christians who are struggling just to get by and make it through each day,” Meyers says.

Farha Firman says, “Rest tonight. God is already working out the things that you are worried about.”

We need to rest in Jesus, to join God in His rest, literally. That is why God gave us the Sabbath. But it is more than just resting on Sundays.

Joyce Meyers says, “When we try to do everything in our own strength and leave God out of the equation, we just get worn-out and frustrated by our mistakes and failures. But when we lean on God, we actually enter into His rest and can enjoy our lives, no matter what our circumstances may be.”

So, when we partner with God and do things through His Grace, we enter that rest from our worries and troubles. Let God DO and let God BE. “Be still and know that I am God.” (Psalm 46:10).

“God is still writing your story. Quit trying to steal the pen. Trust the author.” (topradio.ro) As a writer struggling to succeed in the publishing world, it is very important for me to trust that when I have worked, with God’s graces, to get a manuscript ready, that I trust God in the outcome.

It’s not about me. It is about the Kingdom.

So it is that after more than three re-writes and years of preparation that I can enter God’s rest while the publishers decide on my latest efforts. And all the while I need to continue pursuing the best way to circulate the story God has written in his Love Letter to the World.

The peace in the work of our daily lives comes from leaving in God’s hands what we can’t do with our hands. We are co-partners with God in our work, our families and our lives. We who believe enter that rest! (Hebrews 4:3).

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about sitting down to eat.

I well remember carrying bags of potatoes from the garden into the cellar on a frosty October evening.

Then there was helping to wrap carrots to store, shell peas, cut beans, or weed the garden patch. You were connected to your food in a very personal way.

Similarly, there is nothing that quite connects you to your food like the aromas that come with filling the larder.

I have read that scents often fire very strong memories, and in the case of food I fully understand that.

The smell of making pickles have stuck with me for decades, although it has been at least 25-years since anyone made homemade pickles in my home.

And then there is the smell of mom making homemade buns and bread. The range of smells goes from the yeasty scent of the dough rising, to the smells of baking, to that special scent of butter being basted over the crust of hot bread fresh from the oven. The memories are fresh, the connection to our food better understood because of it.

But for most, they are as far from home preparation of food as they are from milking cows, or driving a combine, and that is part of the disconnect often not considered.

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Sunday Worship at 10:30 a.m. *** Rev. Mathias Ross Phone: 306-453-6136

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Service Schedule: Sunday morning Service 10:30 a.m.

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Friday, February 21, 2020

Alida News Submitted by Edel Cowan

Oh, oh it’s another early deadline upon us. It’ll be short on news as news was sent in only three days ago, - Alida may be a busy little place, but not that busy – lol. However hope that you will all have a good Valentine’s Day on Feb. 14. Lori at 361 Café is holding a Valentine’s Special and by the grapevine it sounds like she’ll have a good turnout that evening.

I know some of our usual crowd that meets every Thursday evening for supper are postponing our night and heading out on Friday night instead. Lori will be serving a choice of two delicious meals (ribs or Oscar Chicken). My choice will be the Chicken and Hubby will be enjoying the ribs. Way to go Lori – can hardly wait.

Wawota News Submitted by Myrna Olson

Sympathy to the family of the Pat Metz of Fairlight. She passed away on Feb. 9 at the age of 81 years.

Congratulations to Ron Mowbray and Christina Claypool-Kohl who were married in Regina on Feb. 9. Family and close friends attended the ceremony.

Morley and Joan Hamilton and Garnet and Erma Hamilton from Lloydminster enjoyed a Panama Cruise recently. They visited

seven different countries while on the 16-day cruise.

The Wawota United Church held their annual meeting during the church service on Feb. 9th. Some new names were added to the Property and Worship Boards and the Pastoral Care Committee but still a few positions need to be filled. The following Sunday, Feb.16th Crossroads held their annual meeting following the church service and a noon luncheon in Mary-

Maryfield Villa News Submitted by Janet Mark

At the Tenants Annual Meeting Ralph Burke continued as Vice Chairman. He will need help with “Thank Yous” to the four churches and many entertainers who come to share their faith and talents.

Thank you to Florence Edmonds for her gift of two easy chairs, matching the Villa Lounge furniture. One is brown and the other a wine Lazy Boy, with an Easy See control.

Visitors during the week included: Larry Husband and Rose Hill, and Kristin Duff with Irene; Joe and Shirley Blaise; Wendy Lynd, Moosomin; and Stacey Beutler, Regina, with Joyce Gilies; and Ray Swanton with Marie Jensen.

Charlotte Kovach brought popcorn and a movie.

On Sunday afternoon the younger members of the Sinclair Carlyle & District Food Bank Donate to the Food Bank

Every little bit helps.

Youth Choir sang at both Redvers Care Home and the Villa. In the evening the Kola Church led

by Harold and Cheryl Friesen led a lusty singalong.

Welcome to Jean and Murray Taylor who have moved to the Haven next door.

Floor curling is back, as is crafts. Come and play bingo with us!

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A group of interested people from across Canada took part in the Boots on the Beach Tour. This trip through Vision travel included 450 people who enjoyed a concert by the Hunter Brothers in Ixtapa, Mexico. Don and Judy Steinke were part of this group to enjoy the week.

An update on curling: Madison Wilson and her team Meegan Hood, Sierra Murray and Genna Pryce won the “B” side of the Curl Sask. U18.

Hanna Johnson and her team of Shoni King, Brooke Armstrong, Ava Beausoliel won the “C” side. Both of these teams have advanced to the provincial finals in Tisdale.

In SEDAA Senior Curling the Madison Wilson Rink of Hanna Johnson, Sierra Murray, Jacey Patterson and Anna Van Winkoop won the “A’ side of the District Playoffs in Wawota.

They have advanced to the Regional playoffs in Moosomin on Feb. 28 and 29.

The Legion held a Valentine Soup and Sandwich luncheon on Feb. 14 at the Club

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Rooms.There was a continental breakfast at the Drop In last Monday Feb. 17. Proceeds are for TeleMiracle. And another meal will be on Feb. 25 when the Catholic Church will serve a Shrove Tuesday pancake lunch.

Home from a month’s holiday are Linda and Don Akins – great to see them back – Welcome home and back at the Post Office Linda.

Hope everyone enjoyed the long weekend, especially the Family Day on Monday, Feb. 17. I should have more news for Monday, Feb. 24 – what with the long weekend, Alida’s Ladies 1-D Bonspiel (oneday, February 15) and there may even be some visitors in the area. Sunday breakfast at the rink will be interesting too, unless too late a night on Saturday for some. As I’ve said before Alida may be a very busy place – we do seem to keep ourselves busy.

Please remember folks to keep me posted whenever you have news – simply contact me anytime on the happenings that are going on in and around Alida as well as within your family circle, either call me (306-443-2496) or text (306-485-8561) or e-mail (g.cowan@sasktel.net). I will see that your news gets into a paper. I do appreciate all your input as it does help keep this column interesting.

Until next time – keep smiling – think positive – drive safely and take care.

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Friday, February 21, 2020

Redvers salutes a trio of dedicated community leaders

By David Willberg Estevan Mercury Three hard-working people were recently saluted for their contributions to life in Redvers through the Economic Development Committee’s Business and Community Awards.

Tricia Pickard was presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award, Patricia Miller won the Business Person of the Year Award and Michelle Jensen captured the Above and Beyond Award.

The award recipients were announced Monday morning on the Town of Redvers’ Facebook page.

Pickard won the Lifetime Achievement Award in part because she played a key role in the growth of the Redvers Early Learning and Child Care Centres, joining the agency at a time when child care was needed in Redvers. During her time as the director, the centre doubled its spaces, found another building and remains in existence today.

“It was started through the Redvers Activity Centre. They were the founding members. I came along shortly after that, when the director came, and there was six kids registered, and then it was built up.”

Three key staff members and a strong board worked hard as a team to grow the centre.

Pickard was with Redvers Child Care from 19992011. She has been working for the Town of Redvers for eight years.

She also helped create the Redvers Wildlife Archery Club, where she volunteers as a coach and oversees all aspects of running the club. She is a member of the Redvers Minor Ball board, and also volunteers as a coach, and she is one of the leading members of the Redvers Health Foundation fundraising committee.

It’s a lot of work being involved with an organization, she said, and people often don’t see the work behind the scenes.

“They don’t see the meetings that are attended, the idea sharing around the table, the texts that are going out and the phone calls. Many, many hours are put into lots of different organizations that people never see.”

Pickard said she loves being in Redvers because the community works very well together and they support each other. When a fundraiser or event takes place, different organizations and volunteers

collaborate.

“We come together as a community to build a better future and have fun at the time,” said Pickard.

Miller won the business leader award for her work as the owner-operator of Shear Images Salon and Silver Lotus Boutique.

“I was taken by surprise and completely in shock, but then very flattered and thankful,” said Miller. “Lots of time you do stuff in the community, and you’re doing it because it makes you feel good, and you don’t realize that maybe so many people have taken notice.”

Miller opened Shear Images 28 years ago.

Meanwhile, her mother was the owner of New Trend Clothing, and when Miller’s mother decided it was time to retire, Miller took it over four years ago and renamed it Silver Lotus Boutique. Clothing, giftware and home décor are offered at the boutique.

When she purchased the clothing store, she started opening on Saturdays, which encouraged others in the business community to do the same.

There are a lot activities happening on Saturdays, she said, and people are coming into the town for weddings, birthdays, reunions and hockey tournaments.

Miller said she enjoys doing her part to bring the town together and giving back to the community.

“I’m really gung ho at keeping our downtown alive, and hoping to get more businesses in, and trying to keep all of the businesses complimenting each other and working together,” said Miller.

Each year she does a fashion show that has entertainment and door prizes. Proceeds from the event are donated to a non-profit organization in the community.

Miller said she shares the award with her staff members and her two daughters, who do their part to help the businesses thrive.

Jensen, who is the head librarian of the Redvers Public Library, was described in the bio for the Above and Beyond Award as extremely hard working. She has made the library a hub of the community, with programming for all ages. People who rarely went to a library now visit it regularly.

She has been with the library for nearly a decade. Jensen started out as an assistant, and moved into the head librarian role 3 1/2 years ago. It’s a rewarding job, especially when working with children.

“I really love the freedom we have here to be super creative, and all of the fun and cool things that we can do, to help kids figure out what their favourite things are, what piques their interest, and you just impact all those people, too,” she said.

Programming ranges from a senior outreach to activities for toddlers, and everything in between.

Jensen said she doesn’t do anything more than anything else, but she loves her job and she also enjoys taking an active role in the community.

“I just do my job to the best of my ability.

Nothing really special here,” she said with a laugh.

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Patricia Miller won the Business Leader of the Year Award thanks to her success as an entrepreneur.

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Tricia Pickard won the Redvers Lifetime Achievement Award thanks to her involvement in the life of the community.