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By Jolene Balciumas Local Journalism Initiative
On Sunday, Aug. 11, the community of Carberry gathered with the City of Dauphin at the Lily Park just south of the TransCanada Highway on Wellwood Road to unveil a monument to honour those lives lost and pay tribute to those involved in the fateful accident on June 15, 2023. The families of those lost and affected that day came together to grieve and to join together to further the healing process. Mayor Ray Muirhead offered land acknowledgement and thanked the Carberry Langford Fire Department, Neepawa Fire Department, Brandon Fire Department, Shared Health, Manitoba RCMP, STARS Ambulance, dispatch agencies, hospital staff across the province and community members that stopped to help that day.
The actions of our fire department to keep the scene organized, people
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew and Josephine (Jo) Stokoteiny, one of the survivors of the 2023 collision near
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between a semitruck and a bus full of seniors, pose for a picture with a monument
tended to and the horrific scene managed is the result of the passion and dedication of our local fire department due to count-
less hours of training and preparation. Nothing truly prepares these members for a tragedy of this magnitude but their professionalism
and commitment that day helped those that survived and provided comfort to those last moments of some. While they are trained in
moments of challenge or danger to go towards the crisis but beyond the heroism there is the healthy spirit and a dedication to community that they embody. Continued on Page 13
in Neepawa are likely to have heard a
chorus roll into town on the evening Friday, Aug. 9 (top left). The annual Rolling Barrage initiative made a stop here that day, arriving at the local Legion branch by approximately 6:00 p.m. Not all wounds are visible, which is why the Barrage rides coast-to-coast to raise awareness and end the stigma surrounding Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and raises funds for support programs and organizations. Further details can be found on their website. One of the accompanying trailers this year was also designed in acknowledgement of those who served in Afghanistan. Top right: Pictured here are three of the many individuals who were a part of the 2024 Rolling Barrage!
Left: A mother and child had the opportunity to pose for a photo with one of the riders!
Above left and right: A couple of the different bikes that were seen in the barrage.
Effective July 1st, 2024, the Neepawa Lions Club members decided to suspend the Club’s status as a community service organization.
Although the Lions Club’s activities and services will be temporarily unavailable, there will be an opportunity for the future of the Neepawa Lions Club to be reinstated. Lions Club’s International will keep the Club’s International Charter open for up to two years to enable the community to recruit new members. If this effort should fail, the Neepawa Lions Club’s original Charter dated Nov. 8, 1938 will be permanently removed.
The Neepawa Lions Club was chartered over 85 years ago. Literally, hundreds of the town’s citizens had been members. Over the years, they volunteered their time to serve those individuals and groups in need of financial support and physical help when needed. As a result, the Neepawa Lions Club leaves behind an impressive legacy of service.
The motto for Lions Clubs is: WHERE THERE IS A NEED - THERE ARE LIONS CLUB MEMBERS TO HELP. Because the Neepawa Lions Club had only four active members and efforts to recruit new members failed, it was a necessary decision
to suspend the Club’s current status.
There will always be a need to continue the Club’s service in the community, but it will have to be done with younger men and women members.
The current outgoing members would like to
sincerely thank the citizens of Neepawa and Area for their past support in making the Neepawa Lions Club a valued member of the Town of Neepawa.
By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press
125 years ago, Wednesday, August 19, 1899
It has been suggested that as Neepawa covers such an extent of territory and has now attained a population of over 2,000 there is need of a second constable– one for night and the other for day duty.
100 years ago, Friday, August 15, 1924
Kelwood: W. R. Dunlop, a former principal here, passed through town last Monday with his family, enroute for Ochre River, where he has been appointed principal in the school.
Eden: Miss (Nurse) Coad came home from Neepawa hospital on Monday.
75 years ago, Thursday, August 18, 1949
Springhill: During the recent electrical storm, John Wahoski’s barn was destroyed by fire and the chimney on Paul Simon’s house was wrecked.
50 years ago, Thursday, August 15, 1974
The leaning tower of Eden is not really a tower but it does reach a number
of feet in the air…
Actually it is the Pool elevator, which was built true and straight around 45 years ago and has stood the strain of being filled with as much as 40,000 bushels of grain ever since, until about 3:30 Tuesday morning, August the sixth, when events began to happen. The crack and creaking, which was quite noisy, woke many people up in the middle of the night.
The north side of the foundation gave way, but the elevator hasn’t moved since noon the next day.
As you look at the elevator from all four sides, it appears to be leaning two different ways, as though it were twisted…
The loss of this elevator will affect the amount of grain that can be hauled into Eden.
Note: The elevator still had crop stored in it and, as such, measures were taken to drain as much product from the elevator as possible in order to relocate it.
Mr. and Mrs. Eli Kostenchuk celebrated their 50th anniversary in Mountain Road on Saturday, July 13, 1974.
Note: Another item that appeared in the newspaper for the Aug. 15, 1974 edition of the paper was a photo and cutline of then-cadet Richard Mann, of Neepawa. This item and the relevant details can be seen at the right of this page.
20 years ago, Monday, August 16, 2004
Ten people spent the night in the drunk tank and 41 charges were laid after police swooped down on early morning partiers last weekend.
The executive director of capital planning for Manitoba Health says despite ongoing delays, Neepawa is in line for con -
struction of a new personal care home.
The first round of registrations for Neepawa’s community daycare– now called Budz ‘n Bloom– will be held this evening… Work on the building continues, with Sept. 7 pegged as the tentative date to have the daycare open.
Disclaimer: The information gathered and used each week in the Looking Back feature is directly taken from the original print copy of the Neepawa Press and Neepawa Banner newspapers. Any errors or omissions from stories (Factually or otherwise) are the result of the original print and not the responsibility of the archivist for the current version of the Neepawa Banner & Press.
For the Lord takes delight in his people; he crowns the humble with victory.
Aug. 15,
a project for his training at CFB Cold Lake, Alberta. While at Cold Lake, cadets were developing their leadership potential so they may return home and apply that knowledge within their home squadrons. Mann’s course was a six week Air Cadet Senior Leadership Course.
By Chad Carpenter
It’s closing in on 35 years since I wrote my first column. When we started our first newspaper in 1989, I decided there were certain things I would not accept as advertisements even if they were legal. One decision was easy as cigarette ads had already been made illegal earlier that year.
The other two products were alcohol and strippers. I am not sure we have ever been offered much in the way of alcohol ads but we certainly had our share of stripper ads headed our way. I think one or two actually slipped by me many years ago but I certainly had a number of requests. The calls followed a pattern. A hotel owner would call and say something like this. “Hi Ken, I know you don’t like stripper ads but we need to build up business at the bar, so we can maybe change the wording a bit. Can we send you an adult entertainment ad?” You have to sell a lot of extra drinks to cover the cost of the dancer, but what do I know? I am also not sure how they can call it Adult Entertainment? Seems rather childish to me.
So against that background, I know the time is likely coming when we may be called upon to advertise some events that won’t pass my test. I am getting the impression that it’s only a matter of time until we may be called upon to advertise events that I consider immoral and even harmful to our community. I will politely turn them down.
Recently Pastor James Anderson of Calvary Chapel Church in Nee -
pawa said, “We have lost our pursuit of Holiness.” I think that is pretty evident. The Opening Ceremonies of the Paris Olympics were a prime example. At that event, the athletes and the public were ambushed by immoral minds who tried to hide evil within an artistic setting.
People know my stand on many topics including the ongoing push to further legitimize and expand the influence of the gay community. A couple of people approached me after we published a picture of a Paint with Pride event in Neepawa. I was asked why I would publish that when they know that I am generally unsupportive. The answer is that it was news, an event that happened in one of the communities covered by one of our papers. A newspaper editor isn’t required to agree with or like everything that happens in a community and may end up on the pages. A newspaper is required to publish the news, plain and simple.
There’s another twist to this story and that two of the people who approached me on the Paint with Pride event belong to groups that won’t
vote in elections. I find it ironic that while these groups hold their opinions firmly and often express them clearly, they won’t take a stand at the municipal, provincial or federal level to affect possible change in our country.
It’s important that a newspaper publish as much news as they can afford to print and as many opinion pieces as they can find space for. It’s important for citizens to stand up and speak up for what they believe in but it’s also important that they get out and make their choices and beliefs known at the ballot box.
And just as a reminder to readers familiar with this editor and ones who are not, letters to the editor are welcome but they can’t be libelous and they have to be signed and verifiable.
Disclaimer: The views expressed in this column are the writer’s personal views and are not to be taken as being the view of the newspaper staff.
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The plaintive plea came from a tousled haired young lad as he was being reprimanded for tumbling into the beloved corner full of houseplants. A free spirit, unaccustomed to many house rules, the visiting three year old was finding it difficult to understand that a home filled with four other very active children had rules and expectations. Keeping out of the indoor foliage ranked high on the list. It took a few days of adjusting, for all of us. There was certainly a sign of understanding the afternoon he approached me and in tears confessed they had ‘fallen in your forest’.
I don’t understand is an age old, ageless cry; often accompanied with a ‘life isn’t fair’, and a ‘why me?’. From the three year old striving to adjust to my late husband, when at the age of 87 he was diagnosed with stage four cancer and given but months, also plaintively stating- I don’t understand. Going from an active life, filled with love, laughter and music, to preparing to say farewell he never said ‘why me’ but rather a accepting ‘why not me.’ He set an example of how to die, much as he had set the example of how to live.
I have used the phrase myself. At different stages and events in my life. I didn’t always wish to hear that the current situation- whatever it was- was the result of my choices and decisions. I don’t think anyone, ever, wants to hear that! There are still too many things I don’t understand; unkindness, rudeness, lack of integrity, not living by a moral compass are some. I understand that the rain falls on the just and the unjust! It is only after a rain that the rainbow appears. I find it difficult to understand politics, and politicians. I even find it difficult to understand why anyone would run for a public office! Turning to a more concrete concept, I didn’t understand having to study algebra and chemistry and I still don’t understand how they enriched my life. Remember that way back when I attended school we got to chose five or six of the seven or eight subjects taught, by four or five teachers! European History from 1500- I didn’t understand, but get many of the concepts now- and I’m not being graded on my accumulated knowledge!
I asked one of my younger thinking friends what came to mind when hearing the expression ‘I don’t understand’. Direct quote “ left understanding right, right understanding left. Secular understanding non-secular, non-secular understanding secular. Other understanding self, self understanding other cultures.”
It always comes back to my faith, my anchor. Ira Stanphill wrote a hymn, “I know who holds tomorrow’. The chorus ‘Many things about tomorrow, I don’t seen to understand; but I know who holds the future, and I know who holds my hand.’ In times of traversing rough waters, those words become my mantra. I don’t need to understand current affairs, difficult people, difficult topics. I love the image of placing my hand- from the little pudgy dirt stained paw of my earliest years, to the veined and wrinkled and thick knuckled hand of today- into the steady Father’s hand.
In early 1984, Pierre Elliott Trudeau announced his resignation as Canada’s 15th Prime Minister; and told Canadians that he would leave office as soon as his party, the Liberal Party of Canada, chose a new leader. The Liberals chose John Turner, a former Trudeau cabinet minister as his successor. Turner would hold office for a mere 79 days.
Just prior to leaving office, Trudeau arranged “patronage appointments” for roughly 200 of his long time supporters. Canadians were not pleased. They were even less pleased to hear Prime Minister Turner say that “he had no choice but to let the appointments stand.”
They expressed their displeasure that September in a general election. Turner’s Liberals were soundly defeated, retaining only 40 seats. The Conservatives, lead by Brian Mulroney, were handed a huge majority– 211 seats in all.
Once in power, Mulroney and his Cabinet removed over 200 advisors, strategists and aides who had worked for Prime Min-
Neil Strohschein
isters Pearson, Trudeau and Turner; and replaced them with over 200 Conservative party loyalists. Canadians cried foul. Mulroney had been relentless in his criticism of Turner for letting Trudeau’s appointments stand. Now he was doing the same thing. It was business as usual in Ottawa. At least, that is how it appeared to be.
“Not so,” said an anonymous Editorial writer for the Calgary Sun (I was living in Calgary at the time). “Mulroney did what any new government would do. He replaced staff appointed by and loyal to the previous government with staff appointed by and loyal to him.”
“But,” the writer added, “Canadians expect more of their leaders. They must not only be above reproach, they must be seen to be above reproach.”
Those words apply to all of us in every walk of life. Talk is cheap. You can make the same promises and declare the same intentions to live by the same high standards dozens of times. But there comes a time when, to use the old saying, “you have to put your money where your mouth is.” You have to start doing what you said you would do.
Unfortunately, this is a lesson that many of us haven’t learned all that well. Our failure to keep our promises or live by the standards we set for others has created a huge “credibility gap (time between promise and fulfilment)” that has destroyed many prominent leaders in the past and will destroy many more if this practice continues.
We saw this repeatedly during COVID-19; when those who imposed restric-
tions on the general public were caught in the act of openly violating the rules they had made. We who witnessed these acts were justified in asking “What’s going on here?”
You see, the truth we heard was that social distancing, mask wearing and sheltering in place were the only ways we could keep this pandemic from spreading (at least until a vaccine became available). But the truth we saw was that those who made the rules were acting as if there was nothing to worry about. So I was not surprised to see people disobey the rules. They argued that if the leaders didn’t need to follow them, why did we?
In a few months, Canadians will elect a new government. Please join me in praying that those we elect will promise to conduct themselves with dignity and integrity so that the truth we hear (the promises they make and the laws they enact) will be the truth we see (the promises they keep and the laws they obey). Canadians deserve nothing less
Baseball season is over in Neepawa for this year. The unfortunate issue for baseball in Neepawa and indeed all of Manitoba is the lack of certified officials to officiate the games. There are some certified officials in Neepawa but none at level 3 which is required to work the plate in senior baseball and do any provincial or regional playoff games. To these individuals I say thank you and hope you will continue and develop your skills. Having attended games for most of the teams in the Santa Clara Baseball League it is evident that other teams have the same problem. It appears most of the umpires are from Brandon, Portage or Minnedosa. At least one team and maybe as many as three teams have no local umpires.
Umpires must be certified every year at the appropriate level. When you decide to umpire in senior men’s or high school baseball the players expect you to know where to stand and move to get the best view of the play on the diamond and to wear the proper uniform as designated by Baseball Canada or Baseball Manitoba. As they say “at least look like an umpire”. They also expect you to have a good working knowledge of the rule book for your certified level. I realize not everyone has the desire or personality to become an umpire. There certainly is opportunity to contribute to the development of the sport if you desire. Hopefully new people will step up in the future to become umpires.
It is hard to have a baseball game without umpires.
Weldon Newton Neepawa, MB
PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE BEAUTIFUL PLAINS MUSEUM
Pictured here is the first King Edward Hotel that was built in Neepawa. It was built in 1904 and destroyed by fire in 1927.
The photo at the bottom left shows the hotel as it appeared on Mar. 6, 1927.
According to past entries from the Neepawa Banner & Press Archives,the owner of the King Edward Hotel, Lewis Vivian, purchased the Dinwoody Block later that same month and renovated it to become the second King Edward Hotel. The new hotel was located beside the Roxy Theatre. A third storey was added in November of 1927.
The present MTS building is located on the site where the first hotel had been located.
Thumbs up to Blair & Margie Morrison and all their helpers who have done an excellent job in the upkeep of the Agricultural grounds and Neepawa Ball Diamonds. Thanks for all your dedicated work—they look great!
Don Schmall
Neepawa, MB
To the Legion Branch #23 Ladies Auxiliary, Mary Murray, RCMP escort and the people of Neepawa who supported The Rolling Barrage on 09 August 2024: “Thank You” for your support in helping to raise awareness and break the stigma surrounding Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in veterans and first responders. PTSD can affect others also, so please reach out to someone who may show signs of this. There is no shame in seeking help.
E.L. (Libbi) Clark
Sergeant (Retired) RCAF Neepawa, MB
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A series of special events will be marking ‘Roxy Theatre Day’ on Aug. 21. Pictured above (enhanced at right), Kate Jackman-Atkinson and Jodi Baker hold up the poster for a special feature that will be shown that evening.
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Neepawa Banner & Press
On Aug. 21, the Town of Neepawa residents will celebrate what is being dubbed as “Roxy Theatre Day in Neepawa”, with two special events dedicated to preserving and supporting the historic Roxy Theatre. Built in 1906, the Roxy Theatre stands as one of the few community non-profitrun theatres in Manitoba. Managed by a dedicated board of volunteers who invest countless hours to keep it operational, the theatre is a cherished cultural landmark in our area and the tireless efforts of these volunteers are essential in ensuring its continued vibrancy, even though their work often goes unnoticed.
Jodi Baker, a local photographer who captures Neepawa and the surrounding area in all its beauty, will be having the official opening of her Solo Exhibit “Picture This – A Photographic Journey” at ArtsForward on Aug. 21. Jodi has chosen The Roxy as the recipient of the proceeds from her Show Opening BBQ. Jodi felt compelled to support the board’s behind-the-scenes efforts to maintain and upgrade the theatre. Her contribution aims to raise awareness of the theatre’s non-profit status and its ongoing need for community support. In speaking with Kate Jackman-Atkinson, the funds
raised are earmarked for new Curtains for the Theatre. “We have been working very hard at refreshing the interior, and new Stage Curtains is where we are a bit short of funds, so any assistance towards that would be greatly appreciated!”
Adding to the day’s festivities, Jodi played a key role in the idea of organizing a special appearance at the Roxy Theatre on the evening of August 21 by Storm Chaser Justin Oertel. Jodi, who shares a passion for photographing storms and is an avid weather enthusiast, first met Justin through their mutual interest in photography and meteorology. “It’s an idea that had been brewing since the Twisters movie was first announced. I love events like this, and when I saw other theatres in larger cities doing it, I thought we could pull it off as well, and that our community would enjoy it! Once the Board approved the idea, I quickly connected with Justin, and he was immediately on board, generously donating his appearance to support The Roxy,” Jodi explained. Justin Oertel has been fascinated by weather for as long as he can remember. He loves forecasting and photographing all things weather and nature-related.
Residing in Brandon, Manitoba, Justin is 26 years old
and the founder of The Weather Centre of Manitoba (formerly Manitoba Weather Centre) which he created at just 15 years old. Today, it has grown to almost 120,000 followers on Facebook and is an officially registered business. In addition to his weather pursuits, Justin has been actively storm chasing for a few years.
What stands out most on this busy day is community members bringing together organizations & the community which strengthens everyone involved. ArtsForward will fire up the BBQ at 11:00 a.m., and the doors at the Roxy Theatre will open at 6:00 a.m.. Be sure to arrive early at the Roxy to get your popcorn and meet Justin Oertel. Around 6:45 a.m., Justin will give his presentation, followed by the movie at 7:30 a.m.. If you have any burning questions after the movie, Justin will be more than happy to stay and answer them for you.
What better way to support a treasured theatre than by attending a lunch BBQ, viewing some beautiful local photography, and enjoying a movie while meeting a local storm chaser?
The Indigenous peoples have been eating blueberries or “star berries” long before settlers arrived. They ate them fresh, dried, used the juice to cure coughs and to dye cloth and baskets and made a tea from them. Blueberries grow naturally across many provinces in Canada. Canada is the largest producer of wild blueberries in the world, mainly in Quebec and the Atlantic provinces. British Columbia is the largest cultivated highbush blueberry growing region in the world. Blueberries are Canada’s most exported fruit.
The pigment that gives blueberries their distinctive colour, called anthocyanin, is the same compound that provides the blueberry’s amazing health benefits. One half cup of juicy blueberries contains just 44 calories and is high in nutrients, antioxidants, fiber, and vitamins. The blueberry is one of the only foods that is truly naturally blue in colour. The silvery sheen on the skin of blueberries is a natural compound that protects the fruit. Only wash blueberries just before you are going to eat them. Blueberries will keep in the refrigerator for up to 10 days and freeze well for later use.
Blueberries make the most delicious muffins, desserts and pies. Be sure to stir the blueberries into your baking gently and preferably as the last ingredient to reduce damaging the berries. If you beat or mix the batter too roughly, the blueberries will burst and the batter will become purple. The most famous dessert from the Canadian province of Nova Scotia is blueberry grunt, similar to a cobbler but made with dumplings of biscuit dough. There are two ways of making this delicious dessert. The first method is made by simmering the blueberries in sugar on the stovetop, then dropping the dumpling dough on top to steam until cooked through. The other way is to stew the blueberries and then move them to a baking dish. The dumpling dough is placed on top, covered and baked in the oven. The unusual name comes from the sound the blueberries make while boiling under the dumplings.
Blueberry grunt
4 cups fresh wild blueberries
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 cup white sugar (or more)
1 Tbsp. lemon juice 1/2 cup water
Stove top method:
Dumplings:
2 cups flour
1 Tbsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 Tbsp. sugar
1/3 cup butter
1 cup buttermilk
In a large pot heat the blueberries, cinnamon, sugar, lemon juice and water. Bring the blueberry mixture to a gentle boil over low heat for 15 to 20 minutes. While the berries are simmering make the dumplings. In a bowl combine flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Cut in butter with a pastry blender until the mixture is coarse and crumbly. Add the milk, then use a fork to mix everything together to form a soft dough. Do not over mix. Set aside.
Once the berries are cooked, use a spoon to drop chunks of dumpling dough over the hot berries. Cover tightly with a lid and gently boil for 15 minutes. Do not remove the lid while cooking otherwise the dumplings won’t rise properly. The dumplings should be puffed and well cooked through. Transfer cooked dumplings to serving dish. Spoon blueberry sauce over top and serve with whipped cream.
Oven method:
Preheat oven to 400°F. Pour blueberries into ovensafe deep dish and add cinnamon, sugar, lemon juice and water. Stir, then place dish in oven and bake berries uncovered. Bake 10- 15 minutes for fresh berries or 20 minutes for frozen berries. While the berries are in the oven, make the biscuits. Take hot blueberries out of oven and scoop biscuit dough on top of hot berries. Carefully cover dish tightly with aluminum foil and return to oven. Bake, covered, for 15 minutes. Remove dish from oven and carefully remove foil. Place dish back in oven and continue to bake, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until biscuits are lightly golden. Enjoy with ice cream or whipped cream.
By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press
There is a possibility that we might not be hitting the ice at the Yellowhead Centre as soon as we had expected. Late last week, the Yellowhead staff started work on installing the ice onto the arena surface.
Early on in this process, however, a problem was discovered related to cooling pipes that run underneath the concrete floor.
The Banner & Press cannot confirm the exact problem at this time, but it’s thought that one or more of those pipelines may be leaking cooling fluid, which ensures the ice remains solid. If those lines are not working properly, the surface would be an uneven temperature and therefor unusable.
Upon learning of the issues, staff immediately ceased ice installation and began
to examine exactly where the problem, or problems could be.
Yellowhead Centre Board Chairperson Wayne Jacobsen explained to the Banner & Press that, at this time, all they know is that there is a leak to the ice plant system and it is losing brine.
“This would indicate that there is a leak in the system somewhere, however, to date we have been unable to determine exactly where the leak may be. We have technicians out from Winnipeg helping to deal with the situation,” state Jacobsen. “We hope to have the source identified within the next day or two and then begin whatever action is needed to fix the leak.”
The Yellowhead Centre is a 100 per cent volunteer operated community facility in Neepawa, that has been in operation since 1972.
The Banner & Press reached out to an individual with expertise in ice repair to explain just what will likely be happenning over the next few day. He noted that once the leak was detected a game of hunt and find begins. CIMCO, a company that maintains and repairs rink ice plants and systems will come in and force compressed air into the refrigeration lines. Once the lines are under pressure, workers will place
The cooling pipes which run underneath the concrete floor at the Yellowhead Arena assist with keeping the ice surface at a consistent temperature. If there is a problem with those lines, the installation of the ice would be delayed.
a listening device on the cement rink system and monitor the sound coming from the ruptured pipe through a set of headphones. People experienced with the procedure say a worker can hear the sound of the air escaping from the broken line. The refrigerant lines run the length of the ice, about 200 feet and there are many lines so the listening and detection process can take a while. Once the general area of leak is found, the conrete has to be cut out and the broken line replaced.
By Ken Waddell Neepawa Banner & Press
CatScans aren’t common in rural Manitoba. There are only three in all of Prairie Mountain Health, at Dauphin, Swan Valley and Brandon. The Swan Valley version was installed in June and became operational in July. It’s estimated that it will do 2200 CT Scans annually. It was reported recently in the Winnipeg Free Press that it was making life a bit easier for Swan Valley residents. Cost savings is certainly a factor. If each of the 2200 predicted CT Scan patients had to travel to either Yorkton (108 miles) or Dauphin (106 miles) it would save 235,400 miles of travel time and expense. Seeing as current governments seem to really want to reduce gas emissions, this is a way to save over 235,000 miles of driving. Now Manitoba probably doesn’t care as those trips are often at the expense of the patients but if even 30 percent are by ambulance, there would be a saving of 700 ambulance trips. That should count for something with people who count the dollars at the RHA.
The chart on the right shows the bed capacity of every hospital in the PMRHA. The current levels show that Neepawa and Swan Valley have the same bed count but
very soon, Neepawa will go from 30 beds to 75. That will make it way more beds than Swan River but there’s no CT Scan planned (at the present time) for Neepawa. Agassiz MLA Jodi Byram is circulating a petition to get Manitoba Health to put a CT Scan in Neepawa. There are a number of people willing to donate to such a cause. It makes sense, there is major need.
Medical people, close to the situation, and who are aware of the Neepawa plans, are upset that no CT Scan is planned for Neepawa and have presented arguments to support one but so far their pleas have fallen on deaf ears. It appears that PMRHA is over 2000 CT Scans behind at any given time. That should be proof enough of the need.
To the medical community and local people alike, Neepawa is going to be a regional hospital but it is being restricted in equipment to a local hospital level.
In contrast, in rural areas of Minnesota that are similar to western Manitoba, there are CT Scans every 50 miles or so. In some US areas, five hospitals share mobile CT Scans and they visit each hospital one day each, five days a week.
Perhaps Manitoba Health needs to revisit some of the policies and plans.
On Aug. 10, 2024, at approximately 4:25 p.m., RCMP officers from Amaranth and Portage la Prairie responded to a report of a collision between two pleasure craft (Sea-Doo vs boat) on the Whitemud River, located north of Road 81 N in the Rural Municipality of Westlake-Gladstone.
Investigators have determined that a boat, travelling north on the Whitemud River with five occupants, and a southbound Sea-Doo, with two occupants, collided as they came around a bend in the river.
The two injured occupants of the Sea-Doo were taken aboard the boat where they returned to a nearby campground to meet with Emergency
Medical Services.
The 31-year-old male operator of the Sea-Doo, from Portage la Prairie, was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The 39-year-old female passenger, also from Portage la Prairie, was pronounced deceased on scene. No injuries were reported from the boat.
Amaranth RCMP continue to investigate.
By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press
Neepawa’s newest hotel chain will be helmed by someone who, it’s very safe to say, knows a thing or two about the accommodation industry. The Best Western Plus has announced that it has hired John Anderson as its inaugural General Manager.
The role of G.M. is to oversee the daily operation of the hotel, ensuring all staff are fully trained and supported, as well as ensuring guest’s expectations are not only met, but exceeded.
Anderson arrives in Neepawa with around 35 years of hotel management experience, having recently served as the G.M. for a Days Inn and Suites in Yorkton, SK. Back in 2023, he was honoured with the Days Inn Canada National General Manager of the Year award. His Yorkton hotel also received the President’s Award for maintaining four star or higher service and quality standards. Along with his time in Yorkton, Anderson has also managed high end hotels in Lake Louise and Jasper, AB , as well as helping to build and open the Best Western Plus in Brandon.
As for how the opportunity in Neepawa came to his attention,
Anderson said that it all began years ago through his working with Excel-7 Ltd, on a previous project in Brandon. It was that work in the Wheat City which first introduced John to the Westman region and local developers to Anderson’s work ethic, management style and attention to detail. When the prospect of a new hotel being operated in nearby Neepawa became a reality, Anderson was one of the top names on the hiring list due to his decades of expertise.
“I was in talks with a couple of the investors over the past year and after chatting with my wife and family I decided to take on this exciting opportunity. Both my wife and I fell in love with Neepawa the first time we saw it. We are looking forward to making this area our home,” stated Anderson.
Once the outside facade of the building is completed, the interior work will kick into high gear, and that’s where Anderson will begin putting his mark on the project. Aside from
the construction aspects, there are several day-today decisions to make in the very near future.
“Right now we’re at the stage where we’re getting close to the outside of the building. Once it’s en -
closed there’s the design work on the inside and I’ll be working closely with Best Western and Excel-7, the construction company to ensure everything is at the Best Western standard,” Anderson stated.
“As well, there are so many little things to take care of. That’s everything from ordering the shampoos, towels, linens to front desk supplies, for example. The finishing touches.”
As for when the hiring of staff will begin, Anderson told the Banner & Press will begin very soon. An employment notice will be made public soon for the 25 different positions that will be a part of the hotel. Anderson closed out our conversation expressing his excitement for the community of Neepawa to see the final product.
“So, I want to make sure that when we get the right people in place that they’re there to serve the guests right and make the experience memorable, because every hotel gives you a bed. What it comes down to is what’s the differences when it comes to service of the guests. I’m looking forward to being the G.M. of the Best Western Plus Hotel and make not only myself proud of the hotel, but the Town of Neepawa proud as well.”
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Neepawa Banner & Press
The 17th Annual Manitoba Youth Beef Round-Up was held Aug. 2 to 4, 2024, at Stride Exhibition Place in Neepawa, Manitoba. This may be the best Manitoba Youth Beef Round-Up ever held, with a record number of enthusiastic junior cattle producers and the largest number of cattle to date . Over 100 youth and 115 head of cattle gathered for an educational and fun weekend. This event draws youth aged six to 25 from Ontario, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Committee members consist of: CoChairs Lois McRae, Jake Rawluk & Laura Horner; Emma Harms, Ken & Kerri Hinsburg; Rilla Hunter, Megan Kemp, Samantha Korosil, Lana Krauss, Mary-Jane Orr, Albert & Michelle Rimke, Dalyse Robertson, Alice Rooke, Blair McRae, Kara Thompson, and Bobbi Jo Foster. The success of this event is attributed to not only the teamwork of the committee members but also the hands-on assistance of parent volunteers, jumping in whenever and wherever necessary. Our judges for the weekend were Justin Harcourt, Quill Lake, SK and Mason Beck, Lang, SK.
Friday events kicked off with the ever-popular Ag Challenge. Members are grouped into teams of all ages and sent on a scavenger hunt for various items. Educational workshops included learning how to wash and care for the animal’s hair and grooming, herd health with Dr. Liz Ostendorf (Neepawa Vet Clinic), making a herd health plan, record keeping, and verifying the beef program, health and medicine, mock interviews, branding yourself, filling out applications, and essential HR guides. Juniors finished off the hot day with the popular slip-and-slide.
Saturday began bright and early with judging workshops facilitated by Justin and Mason.
Senior members were then required to judge heifers, steers, sheep, hay, and a scenario class, filling out a judging card for each and providing oral reasons for the cattle, sheep, and
scenario classes. Intermediates provided oral reasons for the heifer & sheep class and written reasons for the others. Juniors provided written reasons for all and oral reasons for the heifer class.
Pee-wee members and new juniors were involved in a unique Cattle Camp where they learned how to judge in a more appropriate setting, as well as making & tying rope halters. After lunch, Cattle Camp members worked on grooming and showmanship while everyone else participated in team grooming, team judging, and sales talks.
The evening concluded with group members competing in the cook-off, where each group was provided with a steak and was required to prepare a meal for two discerning judges’ evaluation. Our judges were treated to feasts worthy of kings & queens! Steak Judges were Cam and Tracy Wood, Albert Rimke, Phil Reimer (Bullseye), Devin Boitson (Boehringer), and Wade Beck.
Sunday is show day. It begins with showmanship, followed by the conformation show, a parade of 4-H Champions, and the Supreme Show. The weekend concludes with awards and supper. A large crowd attended the weekend events.
Individual Judging
(Sponsored by Mazergroup)
Junior Champion: Abby Snowden. Reserve Junior Champion: Blake Airey. Intermediate Champion: Katelyn Rutten. Reserve Intermediate Champion: Fischer Cavers.Senior Champion: Lainie Muir. Reserve Senior Champion: Cora Baker.
Team Judging
(Sponsored by NeepawaGladstone Co-op Ltd, Heritage Co-op, Twin Valley Co-op, and Valleyview Co-op)
Champion Intermediate: Brycen Frecon & Keira Duguid. Reserve Intermediate: Joran Frey & Otto Veldhuis. Champion Senior: Lainie Muir & Cora Baker. Reserve Senior: Teegan Hyndman & Allie Lavich. Sales Talk (sponsored By Manitoba Beef Producers). Champion PeeWee: Ruby Fox. Reserve Pee-Wee: Bexley McIntosh.
Champion Junior: Emery Griffin. Reserve Junior: Cohen Canart.
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Champion Pee-Wee: Bexley McIntosh. Reserve Pee-Wee: Weston Manz.
Champion Junior: Ella Sellman. Reserve Junior: Abby Snowden. Intermediate Champion: Fischer Cavers. Reserve Intermediate: Kati Mott. Senior Champion: Allie Lavich. Reserve Senior: Lainie Muir.
Graphic Design (Sponsored by Manitoba Beef Producers)
Champion Pee-Wee: Paisley Baron. Reserve Pee-Wee: Britton Canart.
Champion Junior: Reid Duguid. Reserve Junior: Orla Duguid. Champion Intermediate: Fischer Cavers. Reserve: Lukas Cavers. Champion Senior: Lainie Muir. Reserve Senior: Cora Baker.
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Champion Pee-Wee: Lakelyn Brown. Reserve Pee-Wee: Bexley McIntosh.
Champion Junior: Blake Airey. Reserve Junior: Ryder Muir. Champion Intermediate: Laura Seward. Reserve Intermediate: Sophie Koshel. Senior Champion: Lainie Muir. Reserve Senior: Cora Baker.
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Champion Pee-Wee: Bexley McIntosh. Reserve Pee-Wee: Benson Bootsman. Champion Junior: Breelee Bootsman. Reserve Junior: Kaleb Bootsman. Champion Intermediate: Laura Seward. Reserve Intermediate: Keira Duguid.Champion Senior: Teegan Hyndman. Reserve Senior: Lainie Muir.
Cookoff Champions (Sponsored by Enns Bros. Ltd.)
Brooke Collins, Thomas Allen, Abby Snowden, Steina Vigfusson, Declynn Allum, Keirsten Davey, Britton Canart, Lauren Forsyth & Ruby Fox.
Team Grooming (Sponsored by Bullseye) Champions: Katelyn Rutten, Keegan Dyke, William Keen & Kaleb Bootsman.
Reserve Champions: Joran Frey, Lillian Seward, Harley McCauley, Blaer
Boultbee.
Ag Challenge Champions (Sponsored by Mazergroup)
Sophie Koshel, Rhett Sigurdson, Oral Duguid, Oliver Kyle.
All-Star Team
Laura Seward, Otto Veldhuis, Sawyer Morrison, Jorja Manz, Calder Thorgillson.
Digger Award
(Sponsored by NeepawaGladstone Co-op Ltd., Heritage Co-op, Twin Valley Co-op, and Valleyview Co-op)
Kara deRocquigny.
Young Handler Award
Ruby Fox.
Herdsman
Competition
(Sponsored by Gordon Peters) Katelyn Rutten, Joran Frey & Sophie Koshel.
Bob Gordon Memorial Award (Overall top judge, sponsored by the Bob Gordon Family) Katelyn Rutten.
2024 Round-Up Scholarship Awarded to Teegan Hyndman.
Aggregate Award Winners
(Sponsored by Enns Bros. Ltd.)
Pee Wee Division: Top 5: Paisley Baron, Benson Bootsman, Bexley McIntosh, Ruby Fox, Britton Canart.
Pee-Wee Aggregate Winner: Bexley McIntosh.
Junior Division:
Top 5 - Blake Airey, Reid Duguid,Harley McCauley,Declynn Allum, Ella Sellman.
Junior Aggregate Winner- Declynn Allum
Intermediate Division : Top 5-Fischer Cavers ,Katelyn Rutten, Keira Duguid, Joran Frey, Jagger Allum.
Intermediate Aggregate Winner- Katelyn Rutten.
Senior Division: Top 5- Cora Baker, Lainie, Muir, Allie Lavich, Teegan Hyndman, Carson Baker.
Senior Grand Aggregate Winner- Lainie Muir.
Showmanship
(Sponsored by Neepawa Vet Clinic Ltd.)
Champion Pee-Wee: Ruby Fox. Reserve PeeWee: Bexley McIntosh.
Champion Junior: Declynn Allum. Reserve Junior: Blake Airey. Champion Intermediate: Joran Frey. Reserve Intermediate: Katelyn Rutten. Champion Senior: Lainie Muir. Reserve Senior: Teegan Hyndman.
Canadian Western Agribition Judging Team (Top placing judging members aged 17+)
Winners will be announced around Sept. 1.
Conformation Show Results
-Angus-
•Class 1 Angus Heifer Calf: 1st, Joran Frey; 2nd, Lainie Muir; 3rd, Brycen Frecon; 4th, Nadia Dekeyser; 5th, Carson Baker.
•Champion Angus Heifer Calf: Joran Frey with Freyburn Blackbird 36M.
•Reserve Champion Angus Heifer Calf: Lainie Muir with CROS Annie 212M.
• Class 5 Angus Bred Heifer Split 1: 1st, Ruby Fox; 2nd, Lainie Muir; 3rd,Breelee Bootsman; 4th, Keira Duguid; 5th,Brynn Chapman; 6th, Carson Baker.
• Class 6 Angus Bred Heifers Split 2: 1st, Joran Frey; 2nd, Ryder Lee Muir; 3rd, Sophie Koshel.
•Class 7 Angus Bred Heifers Split 3: 1st, Kate Hinsburg; 2nd, Morgan Dyke; 3rd, Crue Garnier.
• Class 8 Angus Bred Heifers Split 4: First, Ben Fox; 2nd,Oliver Kyle; 3rd, Brycen Frecon; 4th, Cora Baker; 5th, Carson Baker.
•Champion Angus Yearling Female: Joran Frey with Freyburn Rally Missie 22L
• Reserve Champion
Angus Yearling Female: Ben Fox with EXAR Frontier Gal 3005.
•Class 13 Two-year Old
Angus Female with calf at foot: 1st, Kate Hinsburg and Joran Frey; 2nd, Lainie Muir.
•Class 15 Mature Angus Female with calf at foot: 3rd, Carson Baker.
• Champion Cow/Calf Angus Female: Joran Frey.
• Reserve Champion
Angus Female: Kate Hinsburg.
•Grand Champion Angus Female: Joran Frey Cow and Calf - Freyburn Blackbird 48J and heifer calf .
•Reserve Grand Champion Angus Female: Joran Frey with Freyburn Rally Missie 22J
• Class 3 Angus Bull Calf: 1st, Kate Hinsburg; 2nd, Kate Hinsburg; 3rd, Brycen Frecon; 4th, Cora Baker.
•Grand Champion Angus Bull Calf: Kate Hinsburg with KCH Mcallan 404M
•Reserve Grand Champion Angus Bull Calf: Kate Hinsburg with KCH the Rock 416M
-Simmental-
• Class 2 Simmental Heifer Calf: 1st,Kate Hinsburg; 2nd, Brooke Collins; 3rd, Bexley McIntosh; 4th, Carmen Thorgilsson.
•Champion Simmental Heifer Calf: Kate Hinsburg with KCH Malibu 401M.
• Reserve Champion Simmental Heifer Calf: Brooke Collins with Oakview Maddy 373M.
• Class 10 Simmental Bred heifer Split 1: 1st, Sawyer Morrison; 2nd, Kolby McColl; 3rd, Keira Duguid; 4th, Brooke Collins; 5th, Carmen Thorgilsson; 6th,Cooper Lafreniere.
• Class 11 Simmental Bred Heifers Split 2: 1st, Kate Hinsburg; 2nd, Abbey de Rocquigny; 3rd, Jagger Allum; 4th, Kara de Rocquigny; 5th, Sierra McColl; 6th, Keirsten Davey.
•Champion Simmental Yearling Heifer: Kate Hinsburg with MADER LICORICE 24L.
• Reserve Champion Simmental yearling Heifer: Abby de Rocquigny with BERTS MS LOUISA 22L.
• Class 14 Simmental Two-Year-Old females with calf at side: 1st, Cooper Lafreniere; 2nd, Hayden Collins; 3rd, Carmen Thorgilsson.
•Champion Two-YearOld Simmental Female: Cooper Lafreniere with Triple T Kylie 316K and bull calf.
• Reserve Champion Two-Year-Old Simmental Female: Hayden Collins with Oakview Karen 51K and bull calf.
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Top photo: A group photo of all those who attended and participated in the 2024 Manitoba Youth Beef Round-up, putting their best foot forward for the many available categories.
Above: Seen here are the pee wee and first time participants in the Manitoba Youth Beef Round-up.
Left: A group of participants showing a class of commercial cattle.
For official results for each competition category, see Pages 10 and 18 of this week’s paper.
VOLUNTEER COMMITTEE: Lois McRae, Laura Horner and Jake Rawluk Co Chairs: Rilla Hunter Treasurer: Dalyse Robertson, Secretary: Samantha Koroscil, Blair McRae, Albert Rimke, Michelle Rimke, Megan Kemp, Alice Rooke, Emma Harms, Lana Kraus, Bobbi Jo
Orr.
By Rrain Prior Local Journalism Initiative
The Manitoba Crop Diversification Centre (MCDC) held its annual Field Day at Carberry on August 7, which opens the site up to interested parties to share the centre’s ongoing research projects and offer some preliminary results. This year there were over 130 attendees who visited the site, hearing presentations on several different research avenues and getting a hands-on look at the site’s test crops.
MCDC is one of the four diversification centres that the province runs, but is unique in that it is owned by a consortium consisting of Keystone Potato Producers Association, McCain Foods, and Simplot Canada. It is a potato-focused research organisation, and its crop diversification research complements its applied potato research for the purposes of effective crop rotations and enhancing potato production.
The event was opened by MCDC Board Chair Susan Ainsworth, also General Manager of Keystone Potato Producers Association, followed by an address from Minister of Agriculture Ron Kostyshyn. Kostyshyn highlighted how research into new technologies and innovations addresses both the need for profitability for producers and also environmental concerns.
Site Diversification Specialist Haider Abbas took the lead on guiding guests through a morning session of presentations at the main MCDC site including testing legume varieties in annual crop rotations and opportunities for intelligent technologies in agriculture, among several others. Some projects also take place across the network of four diversification centres to test the effects of differences in topography and soil type.
“Today is very important for MCDC because we showcase our research, what we do,” said Abbas. “We can extend that information to producers here so that they can make informed decisions if that research is working for their site or if that research is [even] for their site. So that brings many producers, academic institutions, and federal and provincial government officials to see what research projects that are happening at MCDC.” Attendees came from across the province as well as from neighbouring provinces and beyond who can also take advantage of the type of research that MCDC is conducting. While the centre has several partnerships, including with academic institutions, Abbas indicated that industry makes up the biggest part of the partnerships. This is largely because what they do at the centre is applied research, which builds on the basic research and knowledge development already done by academic institutions.
Afternoon presentations took place at the potato research site located two miles to the north of the main MCDC site, beginning with an update on current issues facing the potato industry particularly focused on pests and disease. Other potato-specific presentations included fertilizer and row-direction trials, and the use of digital agriculture for potato fertility.
MCDC was established in and has been holding its field days since 1993. Next year’s event is scheduled for Aug. 6, 2025.
Over 130 people attended the Manitoba Crop Diversification Centre’s (MCDC) annual Field Day, held in Carberry on Aug. 7. The event shares the latest crop practices and information with regional producers.
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The act of coming together to commemorate is an important step to heal and is important to go forward. Kind hearted generous small town Manitoba spirit is a powerful testament to who we are and how we face adversity. The Mayor of Dauphin recognized the compassion and efforts of our community and that we all share in the events of that day and we as people share a bond that will remain forever. We hope people will come to visit this memorial from time to time in this beautiful park and take time to remember and reflect. The 17 trees planted and future trees that will be planted add to the beauty and peacefulness of this park.
As part of the dedication ceremony there were poster sized photos of those who lost their lives that day. As the crowd settled to listen to the dignitaries and words of solace and healing after Reverend Emma Seamon
offered her words of prayer the wind picked up. As the wind gust blew over the beautiful trees planted in memory of the lives lost that day and the poster board photos started to fall Premier Wab Kinew without hesitation was the first to hurry over to hold a photo.
The Carberry Langford Fire
Department members were next to offer service to hold the stands in place. As the speeches continued in the hot August sun those dedicated members of our fire department stood behind the memorial photos as they had in the moments of chaos and tragedy.
We are grateful for the
determination of the families, the Manitoba Government, Dauphin Community Foundation, The City of Dauphin, RM of Dauphin, Mr & Mrs. Mazier and the community efforts to erect this monument. The Carberry and Area Community Foundation graciously provided the benches that
Pictured above: A portion of the crowd that attended the proceedings in carberry for the recently unveiled memorial. Those in attendance look on as the ceremonies are conducted.
Pictured far left and left. The memorial park and monument at night. The commemorative monument shines brightly at night.
adorn the monument.
Those in attendance were there to honour those lives that we lost June 15 and the families of those lost but also our firefighters, EMS, hospital staff and those that witnessed the fatal accident. Many lives were shattered and forever changed that June afternoon. While the
focus of all was the monument and our healing journey going forward there were also pleas for our intersection to be made safer. While not fatal, that intersection has seen several accidents since that fateful day in 2023 and many noted that there needs to be a solution in a timely manner.
here are some of the many entries from the parade at the annual Gladstone Fair, which was held this past weekend. Horses, classis cars and much much more were featured!
The Neepawa Titans hockey team’s fourth annual Neepawa Titans Classic golf tournament wrapped up at the Neepawa Golf and Country Club recently. Congratulations to the team of Greg Hockin, Kevin Levandosky, Kyle Martin, Talen and Kelly Wallis who were presented with the Harris Pharmacy trophy as the winners of the Titans Classic (pictured left)!
Pictured middle: In addition to the good times had with the golfing itself, some extra fun was had as some individuals had specialized Hawaiian style shirts. The special touch? Images of coach Ken Pearson’s face had been added to the pattern! Pearson is pictured with them, standing second from the right.
Pictured right: The registration desk at the Neepawa Titans Golf Tournament was a busy place as the tournament was filled. There were about 28 former players who returned to Neepawa to participate.
Those pictured here are Titans volunteer Eleanor Nicholson, Tara McCarty, billet coordinator, player Cade Bendtsen, Tammy Wilson,billet coordinator and player Brayden Michalchuk.
Minnedosa Golf & Country Club (MGCC) 2024 Men’s Champion Derek Cameron.
Minnedosa Golf & Country Club (MGCC) 2024 Ladies Champion Clara Peake.
Minnedosa Golf & Country Club (MGCC) 2024Senior Men’s Champion Jamie Armstrong.
ALL PICTURES COURTESY OF THE MINNEDOSA GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
Here are your Minnedosa Golf & Country Club (MGCC) Club Champions for 2024. Thank you to everyone who participated in the event, which was held on Sunday, Aug. 11. . Spectators were treated to a thrilling four man, 3 hole playoff between the past four Club Champions Derek Cameron (2022), Zane MacDonald (2023), Grant Jacobsen (2020) & Brett McNabb (2021) with Derek ultimately prevailing on the 3rd playoff hole with a two putt birdie. Congratulations to all of our Champions.
By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press
There was a trio of very familiar names atop the leaderboard for the 2024 Neepawa Golf & Country Club’s annual Club Championship. First, the dominance of Hayden Delaloye in the Men’s category continued for the fourth straight year, as he posted an impressive two day total of 141 (3-under par) over the weekend.
Meanwhile, for the second time in the last four years, Don Schmall would take the Senior Men’s title, and Danielle Bell was victorious in the Women’s division. Bell has won multiple Club Championships over the past decade, as well as a previous NGCC Senior Ladies Open.
Short game secured win
After shooting a solid 2-under on the first day, Delaloye headed into Sunday’s round looking to stay consistent and as straight down the faraway as possible. He told the Banner & Press that he left himself a couple of challenging second shots, but that his efforts with the irons really kept him out
of any real danger out there. He also noted that his success with putting was a big factor in earning his fourth straight Club title.
“My putter was definitely hot and there were some huge put par saves out there. If they didn’t drop, it could have gone the other way for me out there. The putting really came through for me though, and if it hadn’t it would have been a different story out there,” said Delaloye.
Next up Nebraska!
This win should be a great
sendoff for Delaloye, as he will now prepare to head south for the winter months.
The teenager will be a member of the Golf Team for Southeast Community College, a post-secondary program based in Nebraska. Hayden will be starting his first semester within the next couple of weeks.
NGCC general manager and CPGA golf pro Landon Cameron has watched Hayden’s skills in the sport develop over the years. He told the Banner & Press it’s been great seeing him grow as a player and a person
through the years.
“He’s just grown into a good golfer and his maturity level and how he perceives the game has just improved over the years,” stated Cameron. “He has a great opportunity in Nebraska to really progress his game. Work with some high end coaches and play some top competition in college golf. And the community in Neepawa is behind him, and we’ll be rooting for him from up here.” Congratulations to Hayden and best of luck in Nebraska.
By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press
Brandon’s Shauna
Danyluk has claimed top spot at the 2024 Neepawa Golf and Country Club (NGCC) Senior Ladies Open. Danyluk, who plays out of the Wheat City Golf Course, put up a solid round of 83 over 18 holes on Wednesday Aug. 7, two shots clear of Jayne Troop, her nearest competition.
Danyluk has competed in the Open on several occasions, wining the event in 2019 and finishing second last year. After her round, Danyluk told the Banner & Press that wind on this day created a few challenging shots, but that overall, she was happy with her round progressed.
“You have to learn to play into the wind at times, it’s part of the challenge of
the game,” noted Danyluk.
“But overall, the course is in great shape. I always enjoy the challenge Neepawa provides, and it was just a good day all around.”
This isn’t the only local event where Danyluk has been victorious, as she also won the Minnedosa Open earlier this year.
Championship Flight
1. Shauna Danyluk - 83
2. Jayne Troop - 85
3. Carole Dalrymple - 89
4. Heather Grant - 91
First Flight
1. Sue Leney - 110
2. Coreen Roy - 111
3. Jean Garbolinsky - 111
4. Irene Martineau - 111
Nine Hole
1. Connie McLeod - 49
2. Donna Lewis - 54
The ongoing work to replace a portion of Neepawa’s street lamps continued this week, with crews working on the lamps again on Wednesday morning The pictures here show the at the corner of Hamilton Street and Brown Avenue where Serenity Hair & Body Studio and Post Office are located.
PHOTOS BY ROBERT SMITH
It’s honey season and the beekeepers are piling up the honey “supers” very high this year. This hive yard, located in the Austin area, is protected by a sturdy electric fence in order to keep out the bears. The “supers” can be seen stacked in the above photo and in the background of the photo on the left. The photo on the right shows a close look at a portion of the eletric fencing.
By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press
‘Why are we still building homes the same way we did 150 years ago?’ That’s a question Rob Moman, Paul Zacharias and the rest of the team at This N’ That Mfg. Ltd/Dream Concepts have been asking themselves as of late, and they have figured out the answer…‘We shouldn’t be.’
A factory tour and ribbon cutting event was held on Friday, Aug. 9, for This N’ That’s new 15,000 square foot production building in Neepawa. The recently constructed complex is just northwest of Rocky Mountain Equipment (RME), on the portion of Hamilton that leads directly towards the new hospital. This N’ That’s facility will be where a variety of modular homes are assembled locally, but also can be sold and shipped nationally.
A modular home is built in a factory and then trucked over to the building site. The home arrives at the job site and placed on the foundation. Once completed, these style of house are pretty much indistinguishable from a “traditional” on-site home that are still built the old-fashioned way: one at a time, by hand and out in the elements.
Another difference is that a modular can be built in reduced time, lowering the overall cost to the home owner. Dream Concepts Inc. President Paul Zacharias told the Banner & Press that this is a quickly emerging market.
“You can have a high standard of living at an affordable price, and that’s what we’re trying to achieve. Our slogan is ‘Affordable Luxury’, and what that means is there is no reason you can’t have a high end product at an affordable price,” said Zacharias.
As for the new space itself, it’s part of a much needed expansion of This N’ That’s modular housing division. While it has been in operation for several years, it has recently received approval to sell more varieties of
Canadian Standards Association (CSA) approved homes all across Canada. This business expansion facilitated the need for a lot more room, and this new facility has just that, as up to six separate houses could now be constructed at the same time.
“Our goal is to have six boxes, I call them boxes, but they can be homes, they can be boxes for a multi-story building. It could be whatever, on the go at the same time. Once we are fully staffed, we’ll be able to complete six [building projects] every 30 days,”Zacharias noted. A full staff would consist of between 15-20 people, including a variety of tradespeople (electricians, carpenters for example).
Zacharias said this type of opportunity is very intriguing to many in the field, as the controlled conditions of the production facility, make for a more pleasant work environment.
“You’re not out in the elements, like an on-site build. We brought in some shortterm contractors to help with the framing on one of our projects, and they’ve only been here a few days and there’s already conversations started on that they might want to come work here full-time, because of the environment.”
Looking back at the festivities of the day, a large swath of locals came out for the building tour, and to support the local businesses efforts. Agassiz MLA Jodie Byram was also on hand, and presented This N’ That with a special acknowledgement, for its’ long time support of the community.
This N’ That Production manager Rob Moman said they are grateful for everyones support.
“I really appreciate the community support. Over the last little while, I’ve had a lot of people asking “What are you doing over there?’, so it’s really nice to now be able to open the doors and actually have people come and see what we’re actually doing.”
open house was held on Aug. 9 for the
As
Submitted Kelwood Ag Society
We had 76 horse/rider entries with an amazing youth turnout.
1a. Showmanship Senior: Nine entries. 1st Brandi Matheson, 2nd Marsha Boese, 3rd Melissa Atchison, 4th Kristen Chartrand.
1b. Showmanship 13-18 years: Four entries. 1st Danica Poettcker, 2nd Emma Tait, 3rd Kendra Ott.
1c. Showmanship 12 & Under: Nine entries. 1st Reese Atchison, 2nd Lucy Lee Pernarowski, 3rd Emma Dudar, 4th Mya Clark.
1d. Showmanship 8 & under: Seven entries. 1stJessie Clark, 2nd Timothy Clark, 3rd Harper Dunning, 4th Taylor Jury.
2a. Pony Broodmare: 1st Taylor Allan. 2b. Pony foal: 1st Taylor Allan. 3. Pony Yearling: No entries.
4. Yearling/2 year old filly, gelding, stallion: 1st Emma Tait.
5. Registered Welsh Pony: 1st Ryder Muir, 2nd Shirley Johnson, 3rd Maykayla Allan.
6a. Miniature Horse: Five entries. 1st Quinn Dunning, 2nd Timothy Clark, 3rd Mya Clark, 4th Laine Jury.
6b. Miniature foal: no entries.
7. Broodmare& Foal: no entries.
8. Registered Quarter Horse: Seven
entries. 1st Brandi Matheson, 2nd Geralea DeJaegher, 3rd Connie-Lou Prezantinz, 4th Chelsea MacInnis.
9. Mare/Gelding over 14.2: Six entries. 1st Marsha Boese, 2nd Kristen Chartrand, 3rd Danica Poettcker, 4th Kendra Ott.
10. Pony mare/ gelding: Six entries. 1st Jessie Clark, 2nd Shirley Johnson, 3rd Lucy Lee Pernarowski, 4thClary Muir.
11. Lead Line (rider under 7 years): Four entries. 1st Kinsley Skubovius, 2nd Reuben Clark, 3rd Taylor Jury, 4th Brooklyn Jury.
12. Walk and Trot (child 10 & under): Four entries. 1st Harper Dunning, 2nd Clary Muir, 3rd Karen Clark, 4th Laine Jury.
13. Best Boy/Girl Rider (12 & under): 14 entries. 1st Reese Atchison, 2nd Ryder Muir, 3rd Kierston MacCarthy, 4th Jessie Clark.
14. Costume Class: 10 entries. 1st Maykayla Allan, 2nd Kendra, Leanne & Julia Ott, 3rd Lucy Lee Pernarowski, 4th Laine Jury
15. Saddle Pony (English tack): Five entries. 1st Ryder Muir, 2nd Reese Atchison, 3rd Clary Muir, 4thLucy Lee Pernarowski
16. Saddle Horse (English tack): Six entries: 1st Brandi Matheson, 2nd Reese Atchison, 3rd Lily Kulbacki, 4th Emma Tait.
17. Saddle pony (Western tack): 10 entries. 1st Melissa Atchison, 2nd Ryder Muir, 3rd Maykayla Allan, 4th Jessie Clark.
18a. Saddle Horse (Western tack): 16
entries. 1st Brandi Matheson, 2nd Jason Heaman, 3rd Marsha Boese, 4th Reese Atchison.
18b. Saddle Horse (Western tack) under 4 years: 5 entries. 1st Geralea DeJaegher, 2nd Melissa Atchison, 3rd Kristen Chartrand, 4th Ava Raddysh.
19. 4H Stock Seat (Jr): 9 entries: 1st Reese Atchison, 2nd Ryder Muir, 3rd Clary Muir, 4th Jessie Clark.
20. Western Pleasure Stake Class: 15 entries. 1st Brandi Matheson, 2nd Marsha Boese, 3rd Geralea DeJaegher, 4th Jason Heaman.
21. Matched Pairs: Six entries. 1st Clara & Charlette Paradis, 2nd Josie & Lily Paradis, 3rd Melissa & Reese Atchison, 4th Janelle Gilmore & Avery Smith.
22. Family Riding: Six entries. 1st: Josie, Clara, Charlette & Lily Paradis 2nd Wayne, Quinn & Harper Dunning, 3rd Taylor & Maykayla Allan, 4th Avery Smith, Donna & Allison Gilmore.
23a. Western Pleasure Pee Wee: 13 entries. 1st Reese Atchison, 2nd Jessie Clark, 3rd Kierston MacCarthy, 4th Janelle Gilmore
23b. Western Pleasure Junior: Eight entries. 1st Rebekah Thiessen, 2nd Emily Thiessen, 3rd Emma Tait, 4th Lily Paradis.
23c. Western Pleasure Senior: Nine entries. 1st Jason Heaman, 2nd Brandi
Matheson, 3rd Geralea DeJaegher, 4th Marsha Boese.
24a. Reining Pee Wee: Five entries. 1st Reese Atchison, 2nd Ryder Muir, 3rd Emma Dudar, 4th Lucy Lee Pernarowski.
24b. Reining Junior: Six entries. 1st Emily Thiessen, 2nd Rebekah Thiessen, 3rd Josie Paradis, 4th Lily Paradis.
24c. Reining Senior: Nine entries. 1st Anna Thiessen, 2nd Brandi Matheson, 3rd Jason Heaman, 4th Darlene Dudar.
25a. Pole Bending Pee Wee: 26 entries: 1st Reese Atchison, 2nd Macey Rank, 3rd Emma Dudar 4th Lucy Lee Pernarowski.
25b. Pole Bending Junior: Eight entries. 1st Emily Thiessen, 2nd Clara Paradis, 3rd Rebekah Thiessen, 4th Lily Paradis.
25c. Pole Bending Senior: Eight entries. 1st Anna Thiessen, 2nd Geralea DeJaegher, 3rd Brandi Matheson, 4th Adam Ariss.
26a. Barrels Pee Wee: 26 entries. 1st Reese Atchison, 2nd Ryder Muir, 3rd Emma Dudar, 4th Macey Rank.
26b. Barrels Junior: Eight entries. 1st Emily Thiessen, 2nd Clara Paradis, 3rd Josie Paradis, 4th Rebekah Thiessen.
26c. Barrels Senior: Eight entries: 1st Anna Thiessen, 2nd Brandi Matheson, 3rd Geralea DeJaegher, 4th Adam Ariss.
27. Barrel Racing Stake: 17 entries. 1st Anna Thiessen, 2nd Brandi Matheson, 3rd Emily Thiessen, 4th Geralea DeJaegher.
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•Grand Champion Simmental Female: Kate Hinsburg with Mader Licorice 24L.
•Reserve Grand Champion Simmental Female: Kate Hinsburg with KCH Malibu 401M.
•Class 4 Simmental Bull Calf: 1st, Hayden Collins; 2nd, Cooper Lafreniere.
•Grand Champion Simmental Bull Calf: Hayden Collins with Oakview Maverick 51M.
•Reserve Grand Champion Simmental Bull Calf: Cooper Lafreniere with 2L Money Moves 15M.
-Steers-
•Class 18 Fat Steers: 1st, Cohen Canart; 2nd, Ivy Allen; 3rd, Emily Murray; 4th, Thomas Allen; 5th, Ruby Fox; 6th, Evelyn Burns.
•Champion Fat Steer: Cohen Canart.
•Reserve Champion Fat Steer: Ivy Allen.
-Commercial-
•Class 19 Commercial Heifer Calf: 1st, Braxton Fehr; 2nd, Grace Keen; 3rd, Brooklyn Holliday.
• Champion Commercial Heifer Calf: Braxton Fehr.
• Reserve Champion Commercial Heifer Calf: Grace Keen.
•Class 25 Commercial Bred Heifer Split 1: 1st, Rhett Sigurdson; 2nd, Shay Manz; 3rd, Otto Veldhuis; 4th, Shayle Botterill; 5th, Jorja Manz; 6th, Aloyse Good.
•Class 26 Commercial Bred Heifer Split 2: 1st, Emily Murray; 2nd, Brock Sigurdson; 3rd, Declynn Allum; 4th, Katelyn Rutten; 5th, Averi Jury; 6th, Zane Finlay; 7th, Evelyn Burns.
•Class 27 Commercial Bred heifers Split 3: 1st, Rhett Sigurdson; 2nd, Emery Griffin; 3rd, Chet McDonald; 4th, Steinna Vigfusson; 5th, Orla Duguid; 6th, Blaer Boultbee.
•Class 28 Commercial Bred Heifers Split 4: 1st, Otto Veldhuis; 2nd, Reid Duguid; 3rd, Hanley Fehr; 4th, Benson Bootsman.
•Class 29 Commercial Bred Heifers Split 5: 1st, Britton Canart; 2nd, Nathan Armstrong; 3rd, Camryn Armstrong.
• Champion Commercial Yearling Female: Emily Murray.
• Reserve Champion Commercial Yearling Female: Britton Canart.
•Class 36 Commercial Two-year-old and calf:
1st, Grace Keen; 2nd, Braxton Fehr; 3rd, Brooklyn Holliday.
•Class 38 Commercial Mature Cow and Calf: 1st, Katelyn Rutten.
•Champion Senior Commercial Cow/Calf: Katelyn Rutten.
• Reserve Champion Commercial Cow/Calf: Grace Keen.
•Grand Champion Commercial Female: Katelyn Rutten cow-calf pair.
•Reserve Grand Champion Commercial Female: Emily Murray bred heifer.
•Class 23 Commercial Bull Calf: 1st, Katelyn Rutten.
• Champion Commercial Bull Calf: Katelyn Rutten.
-Charolais-
• Class 20 Charolais Heifer Calf: 1st, Allie Lavich.
•Champion Charolais Heifer Calf: Allie Lavich.
•Class 31 Charolais Bred
Heifer Split 1: 1st, Paisley Baron; 2nd, Ben Fox; 3rd, Lukas Cavers; 4th, Fisher Cavers.
•Class 32 Charolais Bred
Heifer Split 2: 1st, Fisher Cavers; 2nd, Ella Sellman; 3rd, Bryden Sellman; 4th, Grace Keen.
• Champion Charolais Yearling Female: Fisher Cavers with C2 Libbey 17L.
• Reserve Champion Charolais Yearling Female: Paisley Baron with Hidden Lake Laurel 130L.
• Grand Champion Charolais Female: Fisher Cavers with C2 Libbey 17L .
•Reserve Grand Champion Charolais Female: Paisley Baron with Hidden Lake Laurel 130L.
-Hereford-
• Class 21 Hereford Heifer Calf: 1st, Harley McCauley; 2nd, Teegan Hyndman.
• Champion Hereford Heifer Calf: Harley McCauley with Sinnibars RB Goldie ET 102M.
• Reserve Champion Hereford Heifer Calf: Teegan Hyndman with TEEG 747E BACARDI 433M.
•Class 34 Hereford Bred Heifers: 1st, Ivy Allen; 2nd, Madeline McCauley; 3rd, Thomas Allen.
• Champion Hereford Yearling Female : Ivy Allen with Lulu.
• Reserve Champion Hereford Yearling Female: Madeline McCauley with SINNIBARS 401G PIXIE 109L.
•Grand Champion Here-
ford Female: Harley McCauley with Sinnibars RB Goldie ET 102M.
•Reserve Grand Champion Hereford Female: Ivy Allen with Lulu.
•Class 24 Hereford Bull Calf: 1st, Teegan Hyndman.
• Champion Hereford Bull Calf: Teegan Hyndman with TEEG 22H Cal Naughton 435M.
-Mixed breed-
•Class 22 Mixed Breed Heifer Calf: 1st, Lillian Seward; 2nd, Laura Seward.
• Champion Mixed Breeds Heifer Calf (Limousin): Lillian Seward with Amaglen Maggie Lou.
• Reserve Champion Mixed Breeds Heifer Calf (Limousin): Laura Seward with Amaglen Millie Jo.
•Class 35 Mixed Breed Bred Heifers: 1st, Lillian Seward ( Liumousin); 2nd, Laura Seward (Limousin); 3rd, Cajen Sauter (Speckled Park).
• Champion Mixed Breeds Yearling Female (Limousin): Lillian Seward with Amaglen Ladybug.
• Reserve Champion
Mixed Breeds Yearling Female (Limousin): Laura Seward with Amaglen Laura’s Lucy.
•Class 37 Mixed Breed Two-year-old female with calf: 1st, Laura Seward; 2nd, Lillian Seward.
•Champion Mixed Cow/ Calf (Limousin): Laura Seward with Amaglen Kelly Jo and heifer calf.
• Reserve Champion Mixed Breeds Cow/ Calf (Limousin): Lillian Seward with Amaglen Kahluha and heifer calf.
• Grand Champion Mixed Breeds Female (Limousin): Laura Seward with Amaglen Kelly Jo.
•Reserve Grand Champion Mixed Breeds Female (Limousin): Lillian Seward with Amaglen Ladybug.
Nine champion 4-H heifers and all the breed grand champions from the show competed for the Overall Supreme Champion Female. Joran Frey of Oxbow, Saskatchewan, was awarded this honour with a beautiful Round-Up Belt Buckle for his Black Angus Female, Freyburn Blackbird 48J and her heifer calf.
Special thanks to all our sponsors and volunteers who make this event possible. These skills prepare our livestock youth with lifelong skills and friendships in the beef industry.
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Yard Sale in Alonsa west of school. Friday Aug. 30, Sat. Aug. 31, Sun. Sept. 1 and Mon. Sept 2. Daily 9-6. Lots of clean, unique and interesting finds.
ATV'S, ATV'S, ATV'S. www.rodsatvs.com Best prices in Manitoba on New kids/adult ATV'S, DIRTBIKES, DUNE BUGGIES, UTV'S, GOLF CARTS, SCOOTERS, MOBILITY
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$299. Kids ATV $1999, Kids Dirt Bike $1199. Kids Dune Buggy $1999. New 4 Seater Golf Cart $9475. Text or phone 204-724-2438. Email rodsatvs@hotmail.com
Crisis Pregnancy Centre
Winnipeg: Need to talk? Call our free help line, 1-800-6650570 or contact our Westman office: 204-727-6161
Alanon meetings currently being held at 342 Mountain Ave, Neepawa - Old Co-op Store. Tuesdays at 7 pm. Call 204-841-2192
Alcoholics Anonymous meetings currently being held at 342 Mountain Ave, Neepawa, Thursdays at 7 pm. Call 204841-0002
Arden Hall, cap. 255. Park, camping and sports facilities, rink, curling ice, kitchen and lounge. Call 204-368-2202
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Neepawa Banner & Press offers full research and re-print services from our archives that go back to 1896. Additional copies of papers, $2 each depending on availability. Re-print of a page from past copies, $2 per page. Archival research, $25 per hour with a $10 minimum. Individual photos on photo paper $5 depending if we have a suitable original in our digital, print or photo archives. Ken Waddell, publisher
Dickson Farms Ventures Ltd. Seasonal Work. Sorters/ Pickers needed for 2024 Potato Harvest. We are located 5 minutes from the Town of Carberry. Harvest to start tentatively the week of Sept. 9/24, for approximately 3-4 weeks. Please contact Pat for more details. 204-834-2534 or 204-476-0487.
Storage vans (semi trailers) for rent or sale. Anderson's 204-385-2685, 204-3852997 Gladstone
Apartment for rent. Bri-Mont apartments, 331 Mountain Avenue. Phone 204-8414419
Joseph William (Bill) Martin
Joseph William (Bill) Martin of Chilliwack, BC passed away August 10th after a long and fulfilling life.
Bill was born March 1, 1934, Summerside, Prince Edward Island. At the age of 12 he got on his bicycle and began working his way west. He ended his journey in Gladstone, Manitoba where at the age of 17 he met and married the love of his life Betty in 1951. They were married for 66 years when Betty passed away in 2017. Bill moved his family to Chilliwack from Gladstone, Manitoba in 1955 when he joined the army. Upon retiring from the army, he bought chicken farm and was a busy egg producer for many years. Bill’s passion was heavy equipment and he was especially fond of John Deeres. He spent many years teaching and operating heavy equipment both in his own business, Martin’s Excavating and then many years with Span Valley. He worked occasionally in the summer operating heavy equipment right up until the age of 87
Bill and Betty also managed Vedder River Campground and then Chilliwack RV Park where they made some lifelong friends and memories.
Bill loved the outdoors and spent many years camping and traveling in the motorhome with Betty and then later with his family. They made many trips to Manitoba to visit family there. Bill was a passionate woodworker and we still have many pieces of furniture that he built in his workshop with his partner Dick. He lived on a son’s property where he could be seen at any time riding around on the lawnmower or pulling the lawnmower out of the ditch. He loved his time outside and did this right until he was hospitalized after a fall.
Bill was predeceased in 2017 by his wife Betty and in 2020 by his son in law Randy. He leaves behind his children Patsy Melenchuk, Robert (Sue) Martin, Barbara (Danny) Friesen and Michael Martin, eight cherished grandchildren, their spouses, twelve great grandchildren and his extended family in Manitoba.
Family and extended family from near and far gathered in March to celebrate Bill’s 90th birthday. It was a wonderful celebration of a long life lived to the fullest. No service as per Bill’s request. The family will hold a private celebration of life to honor Bill at a later date.
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THE RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MINTO-ODANAH
PUBLIC NOTICE
REGARDING THE INTENTION TO GIVE THIRD READING TO A BY-LAW TO REDUCE THE NUMBER OF COUNCIL MEMBERS
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to subsection 79(4) of The Municipal Act that the Council of the Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah intends to give third reading to a by-law to reduce the number of councillors from the current six (6) members to four (4) members.
The third reading of the by-law is scheduled to be given at the next regular meeting of Council to be held in the Council Chambers of the Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah, on the 12th day of September, 2024 at 9:00 a.m..
Copies of the by-law to reduce the number of councillors are available for review and may be examined by any person during the regular office hours of the municipal office at 49 Main Street, Minnedosa, MB.
Aaren Robertson, C.M.M.A.
Chief Administrative Officer
Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah
THE RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MINTO-ODANAH
PUBLIC NOTICE
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REGARDING THE INTENTION TO GIVE THIRD READING TO A BY-LAW TO ELIMINATE A WARD SYSTEM
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to subsection 87(4) of The Municipal Act that the Council of the Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah intends to give third reading to a by-law to eliminate a ward system for the purpose of holding a municipal election.
The third reading of the by-law is scheduled to be given at the next regular meeting of Council to be held in the Council Chambers of the Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah, on the 12th day of September, 2024 at 9:00 a.m..
Copies of the by-law to eliminate a ward system for the purpose of holding a municipal election are available for review and may be examined by any person during the regular office hours of the municipal office at 49 Main Street, Minnedosa, MB.
Aaren Robertson, C.M.M.A.
Chief Administrative Officer
Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah
At the regular Board Meeting scheduled for Wednesday September 4, 2024
Administration Office 36 Armitage Avenue Minnedosa, MB
6:00 p.m.
the Rolling River School Division Board of Trustees will consider a resolution to recommend the sale of the following properties.
Maintenance Department Building 21 - 1st Avenue Southwest Minnedosa, MB Roll #150400
Transportation Garage / Building 154 Main Street South Minnedosa, MB Roll #10100
Any person wanting to make a submission or presentation to the Board of Trustees regarding the planned sale of these buildings must submit their presentation and register by Wednesday, August 28, 2024 with Kathlyn McNabb, Secretary Treasurer
Rolling River School Division Box 1170 36 Armitage Avenue Minnedosa, MB R0J 1E0 kmcnabb@rrsd.mb.ca
The process to list the properties for sale will commence after this meeting. The school division will follow provincial guidelines for the sale of school properties.
Public notice is hereby given that the 2024 preliminary assessment roll for the Municipality of Glenella-Lansdowne has been delivered to the Municipal Office, in Glenella, MB and is open for public inspection during regular business hours. Applications for revision may be in accordance with sections 42 & 43 of the Assessment Act.
APPLICATION FOR REVISION:
42(1) A person in whose name property has been assessed, a mortgagee in possession of property under section 114(1) of the Real Property Act, an occupier of premises who is required under the terms of a lease to pay the taxes on the property, or the assessor may make application for the revision of an assessment roll with respect to:
a) liability to taxation;
b) amount of an assessed value;
c) classification of property; or
d) a refusal by an assessor to amend the assessment roll under subsection 13(2).
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
43(1) An application for revision must:
a) be made in writing;
b) set out the roll number and legal description of the assessable property for which revision is sought;
c) state the grounds on which the application is based; and
d) be filed by:
(i) delivering it or causing it to be delivered to the office indicated in the public notice given under subsection 41(2), or
(ii) serving it upon the secretary, at least 15 days before the scheduled sitting date of the board as indicated in the public notice.
The Board of Revision will sit on September 12,2024, at 1:15 p.m. at the Glenella Community Hall, 100 Ray Street, Glenella MB to hear applications.
The final date on which applications must be received by the Secretary of the Board is August 27, 2024, at 4:00 p.m.
Prior to filing a complaint against the liability to taxation, amount of an assessed value or classification of property, you are encouraged to discuss the matter with the Provincial Municipal Assessment Branch in Minnedosa by phoning 204-867-4760 or toll free 1-866401-8986.
Dated at Glenella, Manitoba, this 28th day of July, 2024.
Wendy Wutzke, Secretary Board of Revision Box 10 Glenella, Manitoba R0J 0V0
Public notice is hereby given that the 2025 Assessment Roll for the Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone has been delivered to the Municipal Office at 14 Dennis Street E, Gladstone, Manitoba, and is open for public inspection during regular business hours. Applications for revision may be in accordance with sections 42 and 43 of the Assessment Act:
APPLICATION FOR REVISON:
42(1) A person whose name property has been assessed, a mortgage in possession of property under section 114(1) of The Real Property Act, an occupier of premises who is required under the terms of a lease to pay the taxes on the property, the authorized agent of the person, mortgagee or occupier, or the assessor may make application (fillable form on www.westlake-gladstone.ca) (Click on Municipal\Tax Information\Board of Revision) for the revision assessment roll with respect to:
A) Liability to taxation;
B) Amount of an assessed value;
C) Classification of property; or
D) A refusal by an assessor to amend the assessment roll under subsection13(2) APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
43(1) An application for revision must
A) Be made in writing (visit www.westlake-gladstone.ca for fillable form)
B) Set out the roll number and legal description of the assessable property for which a revision is sought;
C) Set out which of the matters referred to in subsection 42(1) are at issue, and the grounds for each of those matters; and
D) Be filed by
(i) Delivering it or causing it to be delivered to the office indicated above, or (ii) Serving it upon the secretary, at least 15 days before the scheduled sitting date of the board as indicated in the public notice
Applications sent electronically must confirm appeal received by municipal office.
FEES
A minimum filing fee of $50.00 must accompany your application form (on website) with an additional fee of $10.00 for each $50,000 of assessed value of the property to a maximum of $300. The filing fee is refundable in the case where an appeal is reached prior to the Board of Revision sitting. The filing fees are non-refundable if a decision cannot be made at the Council level and the property owner chooses to file an appeal to the Municipal Board. The Board of Revision will sit at the WestLake-Gladstone Municipal Office on October 16th, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. to hear applications. The final date on which applications must be received by the Secretary of the Board is October 1st, 2024 between regular office hours Monday - Friday (8:30 am- 4:30 pm).
Prior to filing a complaint against the liability to taxation, amount of an assessed value, or classification of property, you are encouraged to discuss the matter with the Provincial Municipal Assessment Branch; phone 204-239-3320. Dated this 6th day of August 2024. Andrea Smith, CMMA Assistant Chief Administrative Officer Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone Box 150 Gladstone, MB R0J 0T0
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Cancellations and corrections only within business hours and corresponding deadlines.
Position: Grade 2-4 Teacher
Assignment: 1.0 FTE, Term School: Plumas Elementary School
Start Date: September 3, 2024
Position: South Itinerant Teacher
Assignment: 1.0 FTE, Term School: Austin, MacGregor, Colony Schools
Start Date: September 3, 2024
Position: K-8 Teacher
Assignment: 1.0 FTE, Term School: Muller School (Bloomfield Colony)
Start Date: September 3, 2024
Position: Assistant Mechanic
Assignment: Permanent, 7.5 hrs/day
Location: PCSD Transportation - Austin, MB
Start Date: Immediate
Interested candidates are to submit a cover letter and resume, along with three (3) references by email on or before August 23, 2024 to:
Human Resources
Pine Creek School Division
Box 420 Gladstone, MB R0J 0T0 Email: hr@pcsdonline.ca
Invites Applications for the following position: School Bus Driver Ste. Rose Route #33
Applicants require a current Manitoba Class 2 driver’s license and School Bus Operator’s Endorsement or are willing to obtain one through a Division provided training course.
Further information regarding duties and qualifications may be obtained by contacting the Transportation Supervisor.
Applications including 3 references will be received by the undersigned. Closing date is when position is filled.
Collin Janzen
Interim Transportation Supervisor
Turtle River School Division Box 309 McCreary, Manitoba R0J 1B0
Phone: 204-835-2067 or Fax: 204-835-2426
cjanzen@trsd.ca
Turtle River welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations may be available upon request. All applications are appreciated, only candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted. Successful candidates must complete a Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector and Child Abuse Registry check
invites applications for STUDENT SUPPORT FACILITATOR
Help students to develop the academic, social, and healthy life skills needed to succeed in school.
Erickson Collegiate Erickson, MB
Permanent - 10 months per year Monday to Friday 6.5 hours per day
For more details and application information, please visit our website at www.rrsd.mb.ca select Employment then Support Positions link
invites applications for the following Educational Assistant positions
- Full time term (5.75 hours per day) at Neepawa Middle School
- Full time (5.75 hours per day) at Hazel M Kellington School
- Part time (2.875 hours per day) at Hazel M Kellington School
-Part time (5.75 hours per day) every other day at J.M. Young School in Eden
Previous applicants must submit a new cover letter and resume.
Please indicate the position(s) being applied for. Successful candidates must complete a satisfactory Criminal Records and Child Abuse Registry check. Send resume/cover letter including 3 references by NOON, Monday, August 26th, 2024 to: Julie Van Kommer Student Services Coordinator Box 700 Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 EMAIL: bpsd@bpsd.mb.ca
Only those selected for a short list will be contacted. Others are thanked for their interest now.
See Division website for more
Invites Applications for the following positions: School Bus Driver
Glenella Route #15
Applicants require a current Manitoba Class 2 driver’s license and School Bus Operator’s Endorsement or are willing to obtain one through a Division provided training course.
Further information regarding duties and qualifications may be obtained by contacting the Transportation Supervisor.
Applications including 3 references will be received by the undersigned. Closing date is when position is filled.
Collin Janzen
Interim Transportation Supervisor
Turtle River School Division Box 309
McCreary, Manitoba R0J 1B0
Phone: 204-835-2067 or Fax: 204-835-2426
cjanzen@trsd.ca
Turtle River welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations may be available upon request. All applications are appreciated, only candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted. Successful candidates must complete a Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector and Child Abuse Registry check
We have a new opportunity to highlight:
Peters School of Business
Full time, term – Fall 2024 (4 months) Competition #08-24/25 Brandon, Manitoba
Salary: $63,431 to $97,078 annually ($33.65 to $51.50 hourly)
(Educational Supplement: Masters $1.52/hour; PhD $3.03/hour)
The Peters School of Business is seeking a dynamic leader to join our team and help shape the business leaders of tomorrow. We are looking for an individual who can bring both industry knowledge and academic expertise in the field of accounting to our hands-on, learn-by-doing environment. Currently, we have a full-time teaching position available in Accounting. If you have extensive theoretical and practical experience in accounting, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of our faculty.
For more information, please visit our careers website at www.assiniboine.net/careers.
Assiniboine welcomes applications from all qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada, including Indigenous peoples, persons of all abilities, members of visible minorities, all genders and sexual orientations, and all other groups protected by the Human Rights Code.
Assiniboine’s campuses are located on the traditional territories of Treaty No. 1 and Treaty No. 2, and the shared traditional lands of Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, Dene and Anishinabek/Ojibwe peoples, and the homeland of the Red River Métis Nation.
If you are interested in this career opportunity, please email your resume and cover letter with reference to Competition #08-24/25 to: careers@assiniboine.net
We thank you for your interest. Those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Board of Directors of the Neepawa Elks Manor Is accepting applications for a CASUAL MANAGER POSITION
The successful applicant will be responsible for the management and care of a 50 suite non-profit seniors apartment building located in Neepawa, MB. Qualified applicants should possess skills and abilities necessary to supervise and plan the day to day operations of the non-profit corporation according to the by-laws and policies of the Board of Directors.
Experience with Windows 10, Quick Books, and Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet and Microsoft Word would be an asset but will train the successful applicant.
Provide administrative work including preparation of annual and monthly management financial reports and maintain corporate records and bookkeeping system, collect rent, lease suites, possess interpersonal relationship skills and work closely with caretaker on operation of the apartment building.
The position will be for 3 weeks holiday coverage and medical leave for 3 – 4 hours a day on a casual basis. Salary for this managerial position will be based on experience.
Please state qualifications, experience if any, and references.
Applications will be received up to and including August 30th 2024.
Reply in confidence to:
We have a new opportunity to highlight:
(Early Childhood Education II - Accelerated) School of Health & Human Services Full-Time/Part-Time/Casual, Term (ASAP to June 30, 2025) Competition #: 14-24/25
Neepawa, Manitoba
Salary: $63,431 to $97,078 annually ($33.65 to $51.50 hourly) (Educational Supplement: Masters $1.52/hour; PhD $3.03/hour)
About Assiniboine:
For over 60 years, Assiniboine College has been providing exceptional learning experiences, while transforming lives and strengthening Manitoba through applied education and research. Our future success rests on our ability to develop a sustainable Thriving Workforce that is unified in moving forward for the benefit of the college and Manitoba. Our culture is built on our principles for continued success: Creativity, Collaboration, and Courage.
Position Overview:
As an Instructor in our Early Childhood Education program, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of ECE education. Reporting to the Chairperson or Program Coordinator, you will develop and deliver curricula, evaluate student performance, and engage in various administrative functions. You will also support college promotion, student recruitment, student placement, and industry liaison.
For more information, please visit our careers website at www.assiniboine.net/careers.
Assiniboine welcomes applications from all qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada, including Indigenous peoples, persons of all abilities, members of visible minorities, all genders and sexual orientations, and all other groups protected by the Human Rights Code.
Assiniboine’s campuses are located on the traditional territories of Treaty No. 1 and Treaty No. 2, and the shared traditional lands of Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, Dene and Anishinabek/Ojibwe peoples, and the homeland of the Red River Métis Nation.
If you are interested in this career opportunity, please email your resume and cover letter with reference to Competition #14-24/25 to: careers@assiniboine.net
We thank you for your interest. Those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Industrial Plant Cleaner (NOC 65312)
Why join our team?
HyLife is a global leader in food processing, with a vision to be the best food company in the world. To achieve this, we are currently expanding our team and have exciting career opportunities at 623 Main St. Neepawa, MB. We are actively seeking to fill 10 positions.
The current starting wage is $22.20/hour with incremental increases to $23.55/hour based on tenure as per our Collective Agreement Quick Facts:
• Culturally diverse – employ people from all over the world
• Fully integrated facility –Feed Mills, Barns, Transportation, and Production Plant
• 2500+ employees worldwide
We Care about our employees, communities, customers, animals, and our environment
What we can offer you:
Competitive Wage
Vacation: 10 working days of paid vacation as per our collective bargaining agreement
• Comprehensive Benefits package – health coverage, dental plan, vision care, long-term disability, and pension plan
• Permanent full-time employment (74-80 hours per bi-weekly)
• PM Shift
• Full training, with genuine opportunities for career progression
• Employee Referral program - $500!
• Free parking
• Company events
• And more!!!!
Your duties may include:
• Cleaning and sanitizing butcher and slaughter production areas and everything in between to ensure top-quality food safety standards.
Operating cleaning equipment like high-pressure hoses to clean production equipment.
Using cleaning chemicals with respect and following Material Safety Data Sheets.
• Ensuring all Quality Assurance checks are performed.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work area throughout the facility.
• Collaborating as a team to meet tight deadlines, ensuring production floors operate on time.
We are looking for people who are:
• Fit and capable of working in a physically demanding role. Capable of bending, lifting, and climbing.
• Available to work an 8-hour Night Shift from MondayFriday, between 11:15 PM to 9:00 AM
• Capable of repetitive manual tasks and standing for long periods of time
• Capable of working in diverse environments, including exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and odors
• Minimum of one (1) to seven (7) months experience in sanitation, or industrial cleaning, or heavy-duty cleaning Completion of Secondary school or equivalent experience
• Able to effectively communicate in English
• At least 18 years old to meet the minimum age requirement
HyLife is dedicated to promoting equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those who identify as a member of the following groups: Indigenous people, Newcomers to Canada, Older workers, Veterans, and Visible minorities.
Ways to apply: Online at http://hylife.com/careers/ or mail to PO Box 10,000, 623 Main St E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0. Fax to: 204.476.3791 | Email to: jobs@hylife.com | In Person at 623 Main ST. E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 For inquiries contact: Phone: 204.476.3393
H yL ife has an accommodation process for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation during your employment because of a disability, please contact Jobs@hylife.com. An HR representative will be in touch with you as soon as possible. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and our accommodation policy can be forwarded upon request.
Be a part of the HyLife experience – your journey starts here!
We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted
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Industrial Butcher (NOC 94141)
Why join our team?
HyLife is a global leader in food processing, with a vision to be the best food company in the world. To achieve this, we are currently expanding our team and have exciting career opportunities at 623 Main St. Neepawa, MB. We are actively seeking to fill 150 positions.
The current starting wage is $16.45/hour with incremental increases to $24.60/hour based on tenure as per our Collective Agreement
Quick Facts:
• Culturally diverse – employ people from all over the world Fully integrated facility –Feed Mills, Barns, Transportation, and Production Plant
• 2500+ employees worldwide
• We Care about our employees, communities, customers, animals, and our environment
What we can offer you:
• Competitive Wage
• Vacation: 10 working days of paid vacation as per our collective bargaining agreement
• Comprehensive Benefits package – health coverage, dental plan, vision care, long-term disability, and pension plan
• Permanent full-time employment (74-80 hours per bi-weekly)
• PM Shift Premium
• Full training, with genuine opportunities for career progression
• Employee Referral program - $500! Free parking Company events
• And more!!!!
Your duties may include: Slaughter, eviscerate, and mark hogs for further processing;
• Debone edible parts and remove inedible organs for parts;
• Cut pork carcasses into primal cuts for further processing, cutting, or packaging for local, national, and international premium markets.
We are looking for people who are:
• Fit and capable of working in a physically demanding role
• Capable of repetitive manual tasks and standing for long periods of time
• Open to working in colder/warmer environments
• Minimum of one (1) to seven (7) months experience in meat cutting or slaughter or completed a program in Industrial Meat cutting
• Completion of Secondary school or equivalent experience
Able to effectively communicate in English
HyLife is dedicated to promoting equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those who identify as a member of the following groups: Indigenous people, Newcomers to Canada, Older workers, Veterans, and Visible minorities.
Ways to apply:
Online at http://hylife.com/careers/ or mail to PO Box 10,000, 623 Main St E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0. Fax to: 204.476.3791 | Email to: jobs@hylife.com |
In Person at 623 Main ST. E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0
For inquiries contact: Phone: 204.476.3393
HyLife has an accommodation process for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation during your employment because of a disability, please contact Jobs@hylife.com. An HR representative will be in touch with you as soon as possible. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and our accommodation policy can be forwarded upon request.
Be a part of the HyLife experience – your journey starts here!
We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted
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Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone Employment Opportunity
Grader Operator – Full-Time
This position performs skilled work performing heavy construction tasks as directed by the Operations Manager. The successful candidate will operate a Grader, other pieces of equipment and perform general labourer duties.
The Equipment Operators use graders, Trac hoes and/ or skidsteer to perform heavy construction tasks in the Municipality, keeping the gravel roads and water right-ofway serviceable.
Accountabilities:
• Seasonally perform the tasks that keep the roads and waterways in good condition: using the grader to clear snow, repairing washouts and uneven surfaces;
• Build new roads and/or add culverts;
• Attention to road surface details;
• Problem- solving road surfaces issues;
• Perform drainage and ditch maintenance repairs;
• Perform daily inspection of equipment;
• Perform repairs and regular maintenance to equipment;
• Other duties as assigned by the OperationsManager.
Education, Experience, Licenses:
• Minimum Experience of three years’ operating a grader, trac hoe and skid steer
• Experience operating and maintaining equipment; Experience with ditching and trace hoe experience, would be an asset;
• Valid Manitoba Driver’s License with Air Brake Endorsement, full Class 3 preferred.
Knowledge and Abilities:
• Record keeping of mechanical and maintenance schedules.
• Thorough knowledge and demonstrated commitment to safe work methods.
• Take direction and be flexible in work assignments
• Ability to work in a team environment
Minimum Requirements:
• Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent;
• Possession of a valid Class 5 Driver’s License
• Standard practices, methods, tools, and materials used in mechanical and heavy equipment maintenance;
• Operate and care for tools, equipment, and materials used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of Municipal equipment.
• Experience with GPS and laser level processes.
COMMENTS:
This unionized position is being advertised internally and externally at the same time. Preference will be given to internal applicants who meet eligibility and position requirements. Interested individuals are to complete the job posting application form on the website and submit to info@westlake-gladstone.ca.
The Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone supports the goals of Manitoba’s Accessibility Standard for Employment. We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. Applicants may request reasonable accommodations related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.
The Municipality of Westlake-Gladstone is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an inclusive work environment. Applicants who require accommodation during the hiring process are encouraged to contact the Municipality Office via the information provided. Thank you to all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted
A copy of the draft job description can be requested at the Municipal Office or by emailing info@westlake-gladstone.ca.
The Municipality offers a comprehensive benefit package including Pension plan, Health & Dental, Life Insurance and more
Applications Close: August 27, 2024 at 12:00 pm
Neepawa Access Community Television (NACTV) has a position available for a Commission-based sales manager
There is no upper limit on salary as it is an open-ended commission sales position.
The successful applicant will:
• Answer to the Station General Manager and the News Director
• Have some computer skills
• Be very people friendly and customer service oriented
• Have excellent communications skills, both written and verbal
Sales opportunities will include commercials, Bingo cards, on-screen business card announcements and other video based products.
The position's work can be largely done from home but some office attendance may be required.
Please email resumes to: Ken Waddell, Station Manager at kwaddell@neepawabanner.com
Resumes should be in by August 30, 2024 at noon
Job Offer: Cattle workers
The Gladstone Auction Mart is looking to hire part time cattle handlers.
Duties Include but not limited to:
- Receiving of cattle
- Sorting of cattle (Sorting the cattle into even packages ready for the sales ring)
- Penning of cattle (Putting cattle in the correct pen once the cattle have been sold)
- Feeding and watering cattle
- Other tasks as directed by management Cattle experience is considered an asset On site training is available.
Competitive wages based on experience. Hours will vary during peek sale times.
Resumes can be sent to:
Gladstone Auction Mart Box 318 Gladstone MB R0J 0T0
Email: gladstone63auctionmart@gmail.com
Phone: Manger Blaine Huston 204-750-4206
We thank all for applying but we will only contact the applicants subject to a interview.
Proposals are requested for a two year period for the loading, hauling and spreading of crushed gravel for municipal purposes.
Contact the municipal office to obtain proposal forms. Inquiries can be made by calling the municipal office, at (204) 867-3282 or Operations Foreman, Rodney Robinson at (204) 867-7603.
Deadline for proposals is September 10th, 2024, at 4:00 p.m.
Submit proposal(s) to:
R.M. of Minto-Odanah – GRAVEL PROPOSAL
49 Main St., Box 1197, Minnedosa, MB R0J 1E0
Phone: (204) 867-3282
Fax: (204) 867-1937
Email: cao@mintoodanah.ca
Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah Request For Proposals
The Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah requests written proposals for the construction of a road and access driveway, on Road 106W north of PR#355, adjacent to part of the NW 4-15-18 wpm, Manitoba, Canada.
All proposals to be received by the undersigned by no later than 4:00 p.m., September 4, 2024.
Send proposals marked “Road” to: Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah Box 1197
Minnedosa, Manitoba R0J 1E0
Phone: (204) 867-3282
Fax: (204) 867-1937
Email: cao@mintoodanah.ca
For further information contact: Operations Foreman, Rodney Robinson at (204) 867-7603.
A site visit prior to quoting is mandatory and can be arranged by contacting Rodney Robinson. Drawings of the specifications are available by contacting the Municipal Office.
The lowest or any proposal may not necessarily be accepted, and the Municipality reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, to waive defects, or to accept any offer which may be considered in the best interests of the Municipality. The Municipality, in its entire discretion may reject or accept all or any part of the proposal or any of the proposals submitted under this proposal call.
JJ Riverside Mfg. Tractor & Equip. Auction September 5th at 7:00PM 6524 Henderson Highway, Lockport, MB
Contact: Gerald 204-757-9176 , 204-481-3655
JD 1050 Dsl, 51 Merc Stepside P/U, 59 Ford 541 Workmaster, 53 Ford Jubilee, Cockshutt 540, 58 Oliver, 61 Ford Workmaster, Ford Ferguson 8N, Case 410B, Ferguson TA, Hough 120C Loader, 59 Oliver, Ford 851 Powermaster, MF 135, Ferguson TEA 2080, Oliver Super 55, Ford 600, MF 1100 Dsl, Case VA, Int Farmall A, Case 300, Case 310, (6) Ford 8N, MF TE20, (2) Cockshutt 30, MH 555, Case 610B, Ford 2N, Case 510B, Ford 9N, Oliver 1800 Cab, Int. Vibrashank Hyd. 9ft Box Trailer, Farm Implements, 5 FELs, 3PTH Snowblower, 3PTH Cultivators
or 204-886-7027
AUCTION #3 - ESTATE OF JIM DUDMAN AND LAKEWOOD GOLF COURSE DISPERSAL ONANOLE, MB • WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2024 SOFT CLOSE AT 7:00 PM
VISIT www.gartonsauction.com for complete listing, item details, pictures, and bidding.
VEHICLES, YARD, RECREATION: Dodge Dakota truck, 199,506km; Dodge Journey AWD; other vehicles/motorcycles; Brute 29” 10hp snowblower, dual stage; Yamaha golf carts, golf clubs; several sheds, metal and wood; garden equipment, tools, lawn supplies; sports clothing, gun safe, etc; Dufferin slate pool table/accessories; dartboard, etc; TOOLS AND SHOP: pressure washers; generator; plumbing, electrical, auto supplies, tire equipment/tires; shop hardware, supplies, small tools, tool boxes, storage; oak panelling; OFFICE, FURNITURE, HOUSEHOLD: office furniture, equipment, safes, Canon printer, school supplies, etc; living, bedroom, other furniture: antique items, oak desk, bar/counter; framed prints-Ducks Unlimited, other originals, displays, lamps; electric fireplaces; Sony stereo system, Phillips 55” smart TV; large and small appliances-stoves, fridges, washers, dryers, etc; bathroom items, fans, lighting, lock sets, heaters, cleaning implements, supplies; ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES, OTHER ITEMS: vintage phone booth, Northern Electric crank phone/ringer; Baldwin piano/ bench; Wurlitzer jukebox; Citizen karaoke machine; handmade grandfather clock; unique decorative items, signs, clocks, replica cars; toys, Christmas dolls, other ornaments and much much more!
BID NOW AT WWW.GARTONSAUCTION.COM
Online Auction Ending Aug 24, 2024 Brandon, MB Snow Blowers, Lawn
By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press
For the majority of the Santa Clara Baseball League (SCBL) season, the Plumas Pirates have been a team that has won or lost based on their pitching. But in game one of the League final on Friday, Aug. 9, it was the club’s bats that decided it was their time to shine. Plumas put up an impressive 15 hits on the Portage Padres, on their way to a dominant 17-6 win. Pretty much everyone in a Pirates’ uniform registered a hit on this night, with Sam Koncz and Rylan Single leading the charge, each going 3-for-4 at the plate, with three runs batted in apiece. Brady Walker, meanwhile, also had a great night, going 2-for-4 with four RBI. Plumas jumped out to a 12-0 lead, before the Padres rallied with six runs of their own in the bottom of the fifth. Day -
lan Laramee hit a home run for Portage during that comeback. It would not be enough, however, as Plumas added six more runs in the final two innings of action, to make the final 17-6.
Pitcher Riley McBride picked the win for Plumas with a six inning effort start, while Justin Walker ended any hopes of a Padres’ prayer, coming into the game in relief and collecting the save.
With the victory, Plumas takes a 1-0 ser -
ies lead, and perhaps even more importantly, steal away home field advantage, as this game was played in Portage la Prairie. Game two was in Plumas on Wednesday, Aug. 14 and concluded after the Banner & Press publication deadline. The rest of the series schedule is as follow:
Game 3 : Friday, Aug. 16 in Portage la Praire.
Game 4 (If necessary) : Monday, Aug. 19 in Plumas.
Game 5 (If necessary) : Wednesday, Aug. 21 in Portage la Prairie.
All game have a scheduled 6:30 p.m. start time.
Neepawa’s DQ was extra popular on Thursday, Aug. 8 with the return of its annual Miracle Treat Day initiative. This annual event supports the Children’s Health Foundation and Children’s Miracle Network, with proceeds from the sale of each Blizzard served that day supporting the Winnipeg Children’s Hospitals. Activities that day, in addition to enjoying delicious, frosty treats, included face painting (top left) and live music performances (left) given by Beanee, Ambam & Da’Man and Midnight Renegade.
Top right: This group of friends takes a quick pause from their conversation and ice cream to smile for the camera. The DQ was bustling with activity both indoors and outdoors!
Far left: Neepawa DQ employees hard at work.
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There was plenty to see and do at the annual Kelwood Agricultural Fair on Saturday, Aug. 10, in conjunction with the Eleanor Rose Quilt Show. Organized each year by the Kelwood Ag Society, this year’s event was staged in memory of long time president Duane Stewart. The day included a parade, Horse Show and Exhibitions, as well as the Andy Aucoin Memorial Show and Shine. Pictures clockwise: Musicians Alana and Ian Porteous, Mya Clark of Glenella, the Kelwood fair horse driving competition, more Kelwood horses, featuring a young rider with a pony and youngsters Oliver and Francis tending to a lemonade stand.
