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By Justin Froese

It’s been a busy offseason for Comets festivities. One month after we hosted our third annual slow pitch tournament on Oct. 7, Comets hosted a Sud and Spud/ first ever team awards ceremony at Houstons in Brandon on Thursday, Nov. 3. More than 150 people purchased tickets to attend the event, which included a meal choice off Houstons menu, an alcoholic drink, optional 50/50 and draw prize tickets as well as a front row seat to watching the first ever team awards being handed out to Comets players. The four awards (top pitcher, top hitter, most improved player and most valuable player) were a combination of rewarding statistical achievement during the season and of team and executive voting based on opinion.

After leading the Brandon Senior AA baseball league in several pitching categories, Ryan Shaw was awarded the top pitcher award. Shaw appeared in six regular season games compiling a 1.04 ERA with 42 strikeouts in his 33+ innings pitched. Unfortunately run support was Shaw’s nemesis as his 1-3-1 record was credited due to an offensive power outage in the tight games in which he pitched.

After compiling a .438 batting average in the regular season of the 15 games in which he suited up, Michael McFadden was awarded the top hitter. The team pick for the Comets 2016 most valuable player resulted in a popular favourite as Michael McFadden collected his second award on the night. Comets often rode McFadden’s hot bat, outstanding defence and ability to pitch in pressure-packed games to a respectable 2016 season.

Team voting results for the

Photo by Justin Froese

L/R: Ryan Shaw, Michael McFadden and Chris Hillis accept their team awards on Thursday, Nov. 3.

most improved player were unanimous as Chris Hillis took home the award. Hillis consistently grew as a player as the season went on, adding timely hits and playing nearly every position except for first base in the regular season. Unfortunately, a severe ankle sprain in the regular season finale ended his year and put him on the shelf for the playoffs.

Players weren’t the only winners on this night as a quartet of prizes were handed out. Donna

Falkevitch took home $420 in the 50/50 draw, while followup prize winners consisted of Karen Gerrard winning a free night’s stay at The Royal Oak Inn & Suites; Eleanor Madden and Hank Lemoine won team shirts to round out the night.

The event was an overall great success and a tradition we look forward to continuing in 2017 and beyond.

This Sud and Spud /awards wasn’t the only big news for Comets this week. They submit-

ted a grant application to Rivers & Area Community Foundation and were successful in their bid.

The $2,000 grant will be put towards further upgrades to the Comets field. The team really appreciates foundation members for their careful consideration and support.

One last thing to note: our team store has been re-opened, for a limited time only, to ensure pre-Christmas order completion.

Check out our link (cometsbaseballxmas.itemorder.com) until

Nov. 17 to get your orders in to Brandon Source for Sports. For more updated information check out Rivers Comets Baseball Club on Facebook or on Twitter @riverscomets. Thank you all for the support this past year!

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Community calendar

Nov. 11: Remembrance Day service, Rivers Collegiate, 11 a.m.

Nov. 11: Remembrance Day luncheon, Rivers Legion Hall, 12 p.m.

Nov. 12: Cold Hard Cash, Rivers Legion Hall, 8 p.m.

Nov. 15: Ladies coffee time, Rivers United Church, 2 p.m.

Nov. 17: Flu clinic, Riverdale Community Centre, Rivers, 1-7 p.m.

Nov. 17: Rivers 50 Plus Club annual meeting, Rivers Civic Centre, 1 p.m.

Nov. 17: Rapid City Co-op annual meeting Nov. 18: Rivers Women’s Institute meeting, 140 Seventh Avenue, Rivers Nov. 19: Santa Claus parade, Rivers, 10 a.m.

Nov. 19: Christmas bazaar, Rivers Legion Hall, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Nov. 19: Rivers Jets senior hockey game, Riverdale Community Centre, Rivers, 8 p.m.

Nov. 20: Mall in the Hall, Harding Community Center, 1-4 p.m.

Nov. 22: Diabetic clinic, Riverdale Health Centre, 8 a.m.

Nov. 23: Flu clinic, Kenton Memorial Hall, 1-7 p.m.

Nov. 23: Riverdale District Health Auxiliary meeting, Kiwanis Courts lounge, Rivers, 1:30 p.m.

Nov. 26: Christmas tea, St. James’ Anglican Church, Rivers 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Nov. 29: Rivers Train Station Restoration Project meeting, Riverdale Municipality council chamber, 7 p.m.

Dec. 3: St. Nicholas tea, Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, Rivers, 2-3:30 p.m.

Dec. 3: Big buck night, Riverdale Community Centre, Rivers, 6 p.m.-1 a.m.

Dec. 4: Old fashioned Christmas, Rapid City Dec. 4: White Gift Sunday, Cardale United Church, 11 a.m.

Dec. 5: Rivers Legion Ladies Auxiliary meeting, upper hall, 6:30 p.m.

Dec. 6: Band concert, Rivers Collegiate, 7 p.m.

Dec. 6: Valleyview Sno-Riders meeting, Redsper Enterprises, Rivers, 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 7: Rivers & Area Community Foundation annual meeting, Lee’s Restaurant, 6 p.m.

Dec. 9: Evangel Worship Centre Christmas concert, Rapid City Legion Hall, 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 11: White Gift presentation, Rivers United Church, 11 a.m.

Dec. 11: Christmas banquet, Rivers Legion Hall, 5:30 p.m.

Dec. 13: Rivers Legion meeting, upper hall, 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 15: Rivers 50 Plus Club meeting, Rivers Civic Centre, 12 p.m.

Dec. 18: Christmas concert, Rivers Baptist Church, 10:30 a.m.

Dec. 20: Diabetic clinic, Riverdale Health Centre, 8 a.m.

Dec. 24: Christmas Eve service, Cardale United Church, 4:30 p.m.

Dec. 24: Christmas Eve service, Riverdale Personal Care Home, 6:30 p.m.

Dec. 24: Christmas Eve service, Tarbolton Church, 6:30 p.m.

Dec. 31: Family-friendly New Year’s, Riverdale Community Centre, 7-8:30 p.m.

Dec. 31: New Year’s games/snacks, RIvers Baptist Church, 8:30 p.m.-12 a.m.

Jan. 1: Community service, Zion Church, Rivers Jan. 3: Valleyview Sno-Riders meeting, Redsper Enterprises, Rivers, 7:30 p.m.

Jan. 14: Strathclair Theatre Chorus, Rivers Collegiate, 7 p.m.

Jan. 24: Diabetic clinic, Riverdale Health Centre, 8 a.m.

Feb. 3 and 4: Tournament of Champions, Riverdale Community Centre, Rivers Feb. 7: Valleyview Sno-Riders meeting, Redsper Enterprises, Rivers, 7:30 p.m.

Feb. 10 and 11: Tournament of Champions, Riverdale Community Centre, Rivers Feb. 28: Diabetic clinic, Riverdale Health Centre, 8 a.m.

Strathclair to debut in Rivers

By Sheila Runions Banner Staff

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trathclair Theatre Chorus was formed 27 years ago as a means to fundraise for a renovation project at Strathclair’s end heatre. he first few years of the chorus was simply to present one concert in their hometown but it has since grown to present up to nine concerts in one season in communities throughout Westman. However, not once in those 27 years has the group ever performed in Rivers. But that is about to change!

Riverdale District Health Auxiliary (RDHA) has agreed to host the travelling choir, and will do so on Saturday, Jan. 14 at Rivers Collegiate.

Tickets are now available from Lynn Madden (204-328-7735) and are being encouraged to give as Christmas presents.

Any profit made from the concert will remain with RDHA, as the choir collects its portion from the fee RDHA pays to bring them to town.

This year’s choir of 45 men and women are conducted by Elizabeth Gebauer of Brandon. All but one of the 23 songs will be accompanied by Shirley Martin on piano; the one exception song (Six-

teen Tons) is an a capella tune. A large number of the pieces also feature Marc Chisholm on acoustic guitar, Dan Voth on bass guitar and Duncan Martin plays violin and electric guitar.

Strathclair Theatre Chorus’ theme for 201617 is Gone Country; repertoire includes old and new selections. Audience members will be treated to The Auctioneer, I Want to be a Cowboy’s Sweetheart, Desperado, The River, Rocky Top, Daddy Sang Bass, We Shall Be Free, Jambalya, I Will Always Love You, I Hope You Dance, El Paso and many more. Two medleys include Johnny Cash songs (I Walk the Line, Ghost Riders in the Sky, Ring of Fire) and several real oldies: Red River Valley, Yellow Rose of Texas, Home on the Range and Chisholm Trail.

Counting this season, the chorus will have had 238 individuals perform

at 173 concerts in 24 different towns for 41 separate organizations. This year’s roster includes several local people: Chris and Shirley Martin of Rapid City; Lois Hyndman, Clare Branson, Bruce Kingdon, Wendy, Terry and Connor Radcliffe, all of Cardale; Stan and Sheila Runions of Rivers; Jane Van Den Hoek of Kenton; Kerry Fast and Duncan Martin of Brandon (formerly Rapid City district); Brittany MacDonald of Shoal Lake (formerly of Rivers). Other communities represented by choristers are Strathclair, Solsgirth, Hamiota, Virden, Minnedosa, Basswood, Newdale and Erickson.

These people rehearse from mid-September to mid-November and half of all rehearsals are held

Zion Church

879-3rd Avenue, Rivers

Pastor Nathan Klassen 204-412-0245 Sunday celebration service at 10:30 a.m.

Alpha session every Thursday at Rivers Legion clubroom, 6:30-8 p.m.

riverszionchurch.ca Facebook: RiversZionChurch ROLLING RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION Statement of Operating Fund Revenue and Expenditures for the year ended June 30, 2016

Rivers Baptist Church 447 Edward Street

at Rivers Collegiate.

While the choir would love to perform in the band room where they practise — the sound is incredible — there simply is not enough room in that space for the choir risers, band, lights, sound equipment and chairs for the audience. Therefore, the 7 p.m. concert will be held in the high school’s gymnasium. If you are unable to attend the concert in Rivers, you could travel to Erickson, Minnedosa, Brandon, Shoal Lake, Gladstone, Roblin or Strathclair to hear them at any of their other venues.

Phone 204-328-7882

Worship service/Sunday school – 10:30 a.m.

Youth (Gr. 5-10) — 204-328-7854 for details.

Professional counselling *Marriage *Family *Depression *Addictions *Grief *Abuse Phone 204-573-3362 for an appointment.

Pastor Wil Warkentin, MA in counselling

Revenue Provincial Funding of Schools Program $10,199,700.

Other Dept. of Ed. - Adult Learning Centre $120,012.

Other Dept. of Ed/Other Prov. Departments. $569,806.

Dept. Ed. - Education Property Tax Credit $2,132,064.

Tax Incentive Grant (TIG) $761,998.

Other Provincial Government Depts. $201,349.

Provincial Government Total Federal Government Municipal Government (Net of Ed. Property Tax Credit) Other School Divisions First Nations Private Organizations and Other Sources Total Revenue

$23,991,697.

Expenditures

Regular Instruction Student Support Services Adult Learning Centre Community Education and Services Divisional Administration Instructional and Other Support Services Transportation of Pupils Operations and Maintenance Fiscal Total Expenses

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

December 7, 2016

6 p.m. LEE’S RESTAURANT

All are welcome to attend.

$13,984,929. $94,373. $8,135,742. $113,009. $1,360,665. __$302,979.

Transfers to Capital Fund Adjustment to Surplus (Deficit) Non Vested Accumulated Sick Leave Operating Fund Surplus (Deficit)

$13,462,990. $2,820,091. $120,012. $53,652. $898,910. $768,710. $1,531,106. $2,686,855. $396,569. $22,738,895. $1,322,662. $

$28,706.

41,154.

The above represents only the 2015-2016 Operating Fund Revenue and Expense Statement. A Consolidated Statement of Operating, Capital and Special Purpose Funds prepared to Public Sector Accounting Board standards is available for inspection at the Division Office in Minnedosa or on the Rolling River School Division web page at www.rrsd.mb.ca. A resident elector, at his own expense, may have a copy of all, or any part of the report.

Sister Act staged for trathclair

By Sheila Runions Producer

Strathclair Drama Club was formed 35 years ago and at its annual meeting last month, new officers were elected. Dan Voth remains as president, Neil Gamey as vice-president and Sheona Smith as treasurer; Kathy McKerchar accepted the nomination to become the club’s new secretary. Directors for the 2017 production of Sister Act were also announced; they are: Stan Runions, stage director; Karen Gamey-Koscielny and Joanna Tolton as music directors; Brittany MacDonald, choreographer; Sheila Runions, producer; Neil Gamey, orchestra conductor. Crew directors are: Glenn Kingdon, sets; Chris Martin, lights; Anita Vermaak, projected imagery; Charlie McNabb, sound; Tricia Hunter, costumes; Amy Ostash, make-up; Debbie ee, bo office; ourtney Newton, publicity; Lisa Kingdon, props.

Following these elections, Stan was pleased to announce his 37-person cast for the April 24-29 production at Bend Theatre. Regular patrons to the musicals will recog-

nize several of this year’s names, but the club is also pleased to have some newcomers among the stage veterans.

Sister Act is a feelgood comedy based on the hit 1992 movie which starred Whoopi Goldberg as a lounge singer who enters protective custody, in a convent, because she is a witness to a murder.

Deloris, the lounge singer, finds herself at odds with the rigid lifestyle and Mother Superior. Using her singing talents to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community, but in doing so, blows her cover. Playing the role of Deloris is Katherine Sherris; Mother Superior is Andrea Playter. Eddie, the policeman who hides Deloris, will be played by Jason Gobeil. Dan Voth has the role of Curtis, the man Deloris saw kill someone; he is accompanied by a trio of thugs, who

will be Greg Kirk, Mitch Bukarz and Eric Menzies.

Other nuns include: Lisa Vasconcelas, Emma-Jean Koscielny, Mary Dalton, Sheila Runions; Connor Radcliffe is the convent’s monsignor. Deloris’ back-up singers are Brittany MacDonald, Joanna Tolton, Mlee Kingdon and Nicole McLenehan.

Other chorus members are: Isobel Basso, Erin Brown, Kerry Fast, Sam Reister, Terry Radcliffe, Karen Gamey-Koscielny, Kelsey Michaudville, Beccy Ardiel-Voth, Abbey Kingdon, Tricia Hunter, Lindsay and Lacey Winstone, Donalea MacKay, Murray Hagyard, Tracy Gregorash, Gisele Perreaux, Julie Manguba, Rylee Wruth, Brandi Coulter, Lisa Cochrane and Shirley Bell.

The 2017 cast will meet on Dec. 11 to get their scripts before beginning weekly rehearsals in January. Following four full months of practice, they will present yet another spectacular show for their audience. As always, more information will be forthcoming much later regarding ticket sales; keep reading in the months ahead!

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rom our files

65 years ago, Nov. 8, 1951 Royal Bank opened its new office in i ers on Monday; all records from the old building were transferred during the weekend. The new branch was built right beside the old branch, on Main Street.

Donna McKague married Don Bate on Oct. 27. Dr. Leon Rubin left Rivers the end of October; Dr. George Wartsinan began practising here on Nov. 1.

Jean Paton married Goron McFarlane on Nov. 3.

55 years ago, Nov. 9, 1961 Canadian Joint Air Training Centre opened its artificial ice plant on Nov. 4; Rivers and area curlers are understandably jealous. When renovations at the clubroom are complete, there will be 42 seats in the gallery, which will now enjoy an extended season. At its Nov. 1 meeting Cardale Women’s Federation presented Mrs. Alex Ramsay, Mrs. John Shaw and Mrs. Ed Westbrook life memberships.

Canada Post announced on Nov. 1 that it will have daily mail delivery between Brandon and Rivers, Monday-Saturday.

45 years ago, Nov. 11, 1971 he first snow fell here on Oct. 30 and by midweek urries and high winds reduced visibility; Lake Wahtopanah froze over on the weekend.

Mr. and Mrs. Rod Parker celebrated their 25th anniversary on Nov. 7.

35 years ago, Nov. 11, 1981 More than 200 people attended the Remembrance Day banquet in Rivers on Nov. 6; life memberships were presented to Elton Emerson, Don Young and Earl Gray (absent); others recognized were Bill Bradley, Max Caldwell, Don MItchell, Garnet Scarrow, Jenny Dunn, Mil Mitchell, Zella Twigge, Betty Brown, Rita Emerson and Merle Emslie 35-year pins, Marg Young, 25-year pin.

25 years ago, Nov. 13, 1991 RM of Blanshard hosted a grand opening on Nov. 8 for the new 3,400 square foot municipal office and fire hall they moved into Oak River; they are debt free on the $210,000 building. Rivers Legion Ladies Auxiliary raised more than $2,000 at its Poppy Day Tea on Nov. 11. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Paddock celebrated their 45th anniversary on Nov. 9, as did Mr. and Mrs. Cliff Bromley; Mr. and Mrs. Bob Glenn celebrated their 50th anniversary on Nov. 2; Mr. and Mrs. Barry Madden celebrated their 25th anniversary on Nov.

5. Auna Walker married Norman Robins on Oct. 19; Laverne Carnduff married David Guild on Nov. 9.

Harvey and Janet Wright have opened the newest business in Rapid City; their store is called The Wright Place.

15 years ago, Nov. 10, 2001 After more than 25 years of service at 547 Second Avnue, Super Thrifty Drug Mart is now serving customers out of its new building at 501 Main Street; the new store opened on Nov. 5.

5 years ago, Nov. 11, 2011 More than fi e years ago Derrick and Erin Babin opened their home-based business in Shilo and when they moved to Rivers this summer, they brought the business with them. Time was needed to renovate the home and reprint material, update the website and change car decaling but a few weeks ago, The Creati e oodlers officially became a Rivers computer company.

Harding Community Club is hosting a

Mall in the Hall in support of A Port in the Storm (APITS)

Harding Community Center Sunday, Nov. 20, 1-4 p.m.

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Christmas food, leather/cloth products, Mary Kay, Creative Memories, Sunset Gourmet, Shaklee.

Refreshments. 50/50.

APITS update and our donation to APITS reps; we encourage your attendance to learn more about them. Donations accepted, receipts issued for $20 and over.

Santa Claus Parade Saturday, Nov. 19 Parade leaves Rivers Elementary School at 10 a.m.

Following the parade have pictures with Santa at Rivers Legion Hall, clubroom.

Parade, pictures and candy bags all courtesy of Rivers and District Chamber of Commerce which encourages you to also shop at our local businesses when you are in town.

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by Chad Carpenter

Cooperation is the key-part two

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ast week I wrote in general terms about the Neepawa Area Planning District.

Whether it be the NAPD or any other multi-municipal discussion, it doesn’t take long until people are talking about costs and how to share them. More likely, it’s a discussion about how to avoid sharing the costs or at least minimizing the cost.

We have a localized problem in many municipal districts, whereby one municipality or town feels they carry the brunt and feel the other carries little or no load.

In the Neepawa area, there are many examples, but to illustrate the problem, there is no example clearer than the Neepawa pool.

It’s a fine little rural Manitoba outdoor pool. It operates in the warmest months, when there is enough staff. It’s a great place to swim, to have some fun, to cool off and to visit. The Town of Neepawa totally funds the pool from taxes and swim fees.

The Town “loses” a pot load of money every year. The RMs have not contributed to the pool in the past.

The pool has a two-tier swim fee schedule. Town of Neepawa residents pay one fee, out of town users pay a higher fee. It is a constant source of irritation.

The Yellowhead Centre also has a two tier fee schedule as well. The Town of Neepawa put $85,000 into the YHC this year. There was a small contribution from the municipalities of Rosedale and North-Cypress Langford.

There is a solution that may only be practical to illustrate the problem. What if the Town of Neepawa withdrew all funding from the pool, the Yellowhead Centre and all other arts and recreational facilities in the Town boundaries? What if the actual users, regardless of where they lived, had to pay the whole shot.

The YHC would have to increase it’s fees by $85,000, the pool by maybe $100,000. It gets pretty

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KEN WADDELL unwieldy and uncomfortable doesn’t it? The funding of any and all services must be addressed.

I stand by what I have said many times; the Neepawa area municipalities should be amalgamated and much of the antagonism and bickering would eventually go away. It is in the best interests of everyone to have a strong district with strong services. Just look at the great work of the Neepawa and District Medical Clinic. Without that project, the Neepawa area would be just another dot on the map.

The municipalities and the Town have come together to first of all buy the medical clinic, then upgrade the clinic, then expand the clinic and now embark on a second expansion. The clinic is not only a backbone of community services, it’s a monument to community cooperation. There’s the key, community cooperation.

There would be risks to an actual amalgamation of municipal areas but there could be huge advantages. If we had one council made up of the most progressive minded councillors from the whole area, we might be able to get a lot more done. There could be cooperative use of machinery and human resources. We would only need one CAO, not three or four. Decisions could be made at “the Council meeting” instead of batting issues back and forth for months and sometimes years.

We are finally getting some advancement of the “Rosedale water” issue. It’s only been 20 years and the costs have probably quadrupled.

The area is about to see a $125 million expansion at Hylife– $95 million is scheduled to go into the Neepawa plant for a much needed new cut floor and other facilities. But where is the other $30 million going to go? Some is going to go to hog barns and that gets everyone’s attention.

However, at the recent NAPD planning session, it was very well stated by a municipal councillor that there are lots of relatively remote and appropriate spots in the RM of Glenella-Lansdowne or perhaps Rosedale where a hog barn or two or three could go. Will the area seize that opportunity.

Maybe, maybe not. It’s there for the asking. Langford probably won’t see hog barns for two simple reasons. One, the east end has the aquifer too close to the surface and the west end, generally speaking, doesn’t have adequate water supplies.

It doesn’t matter whether it’s the pool, other recreation facilities, a new hospital, the expanding medical clinic, or agricultural expansion, we need more advancement. It won’t be done by the Town of Neepawa alone, but it might be done in cooperation with the Town and the RMs or it won’t get done at all. It’s the same everywhere in rural Manitoba To repeat my conclusion from last week, for Neepawa and for all rural areas, we are “community” and it’s long past time when we should be divided. There has been cooperation in the past and there needs to be a lot more.

ome days, looking at the news, the world looks to be standing at the precipice of an all-out war. Tensions are high, with terrorist attacks targeting major cities, conflicts in the Middle East drawing stronger world powers into proxy wars and world leaders, both MY hopeful and PERSPECTIVE elected, advocating aggression. Refugees are fleeing opATE pressive and dangerous reACKMAN TKINSON gimes as those elsewhere in the world look on with skepticism and concern.

Perhaps it’s against this backdrop that Remembrance Day seems particularly important.

In 2015, the Banner marked the 70th anniversary VE (Victory in Europe) Day and VJ (Victory over Japan) Day with a special feature. These days marked the official end to World War II in Europe (VE Day) and in the Pacific (VJ Day).

For this piece, four of us interviewed veterans and civilians about where they were when the war was officially over.

The compiled stories offered a snapshot of a world at war.

On VE Day, there were soldiers fighting on the front lines of Europe who, for weeks, knew the end was near, but the fighting and the casualties continued. There were soldiers at the front lines of the war For the rest of us, in the Pacific who were very much still at war. war is an There were soldiers abstract concept– at home training and Canadian-based mil- one we read about or itary personnel workwatch on our TVs. ing to support the effort. There were mothThis is dangerous in ers, fathers, bothers, sisters, wives and chil- a world of heightened dren who anxiously tensions. awaited the news that would bring their family members and friends home safely.

The joyous celebrations at the war’s end belied that fact that many who left did not return. In World War II, 1.86 million Canadians served and of those, 42,042 died and 54,414 were wounded.

The wars we have seen since have had a tremendous impact on those involved, but less so our country as a whole.

Those around military bases or with family serving know first hand what war means. Those who have come to Canada from countries in which war was on their doorstep know what war means. For the rest of us, it’s an abstract concept– one we read about or watch on our TVs. This is dangerous in a world of heightened tensions.

Over the past year, we lost a few of the those interviewed as part of our VE Day and VJ Day stories. Each year, more and more will be lost, until no one remembers what it was like to have a whole country embroiled in war.

As we face threats and big talk from world leaders, each year, there are fewer and fewer people who know what’s truly at stake. There are fewer people who have seen their home in ruins from an explosion, fewer people who have witnessed large scale loss of life, fewer people who have seen the devastation a family faces when they find out a member won’t be coming home. But there are also fewer people who have seen first hand the atrocities of genocide and other horrific acts perpetrated against innocents that have led Canadians into war.

The act of war is not one to be taken lightly and as we lose those with first-hand knowledge, we lose a valuable resource as we navigate these treacherous waters.

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NOVEMBER 11, 2016

The personal side of war: part two

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he year was 1944.

In Europe, Britain and North America, all eyes were on England’s south east coast where a massive build up of men, munitions and machinery was under way. Everyone in Europe knew that a major allied invasion of France was about to happen. What they didn’t know was where or when the armies would land.

So while the Generals and their aides met behind closed doors to plan the invasion, British, Canadian, American and other allied troops assembled near the coast of England; ready to go at the moment the command was given.

On June 6, 1944, General Dwight Eisenhower, the Allied Supreme Commander in Europe, gave the order to “move out” and the DDay invasion of Normandy was underway.

For the next 12 months, the eyes of the world would be on Europe. Every week, we would hear of the progress that was being made in France, Italy, North Africa and Eastern Europe; as allied forces

FAITHFULLY YOURS NEIL STROHSCHEIN marched to Berlin, determined to put an end to the Third Reich and punish its leaders for the atrocities they had committed over the previous two decades.

But while all of this was going on, a small contingent of British troops, with help from their allies in India and Nepal, were engaged in another battle.

This battle wasn’t over a republic or a region.

It was over a road and a ridge. The Japanese wanted both; because it would give them control of a major supply route and would allow them free access to northeastern India and more importantly, give them another front from which they could launch an attack into China. The Allies wanted to keep that road, because they knew that once the war in Europe was over, the war against

Japan would be intensified and that road would enable troops moving eastward to receive the supplies they needed as they attacked Japanese positions in Burma and beyond.

Sitting in the middle of the action was the little town of Kohima; that battle has come to be known as the Battle of Kohima. The first shots were fired on April 4, 1944. The battle ended on June 22, 1944.

It was a bloody battle and it was a costly battle. Four thousand sixty-four British, Indian and Nepalese soldiers were killed. No accurate count of Japanese casualties is available; but some suggest that it could have been as high as 7000 men. It was one of many similar battles that would be fought before the war with Japan finally came to an end.

One thousand four hundred twenty of those killed in that battle are buried in the Kohima War Cemetery.

A memorial to the heroic efforts of the 2nd British Division (the small group of 1500 men who held the Japanese at bay until reinforcements arrived) also stands there. Carved into its face are these words, which have become known as the Kohima Epitaph: “When you go home, tell them of us and say: ‘For your tomorrow, we gave our today’.”

That is why we have Remembrance Day. That is why we wear poppies.

That is why we stand in silence at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. That is why we lay wreaths at war memorials.

That is why we put aside our faith traditions and come together as communities to pray for peace and rededicate ourselves to be people of peace who live in peace with others.

It’s our way of saying thanks to those who gave their todays for our tomorrows.

Slow walk, solitary splendour

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he dogs and I have found a new favourite path, the portion of the Trans Canada Trail south and east of the hospital. Down in the valley, out of the wind and surrounded by peace and beauty. Our walk this morning was leisurely, a drastic change from our usual gallop. The winding path has become dear to me, certain curves offering amazing vistas. This morning I could formulate thoughts, attempt to capture the essence of the trail. I have always loved oak trees. Stopping to pay homage, I noted again the twists and turns in the branches, strength garnered from adversity, torsion from the prevailing winds and slopping foundation working their magic. Maple trees and I have a different relationship. This morning I saw the seed covered branches as a deep damask gown,

HOMEBODIES RITA FRIESEN the tree ready for the winter dance. The asparagus a deep golden frond against the drying grasses. And the river, always the river.

Gargling, gurgling, foaming forward. Slight dams slow the flow, adding a new and sparkling dimension to the water’s journey. A new tone in the water, a deeper thrum. In one of the curves sits a blue plastic utilitarian chair. Weeks ago the seat of the chair was well above the water level.

Then, as the rains filled the soil and overflowed, only the very top of the chair was visible, a dash of brilliant blue. Deer tracks, coyote droppings and mysterious trails through tall

Observation

By Addy Oberlin

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his coming Friday we will remember those who fought and died for the freedom of people in many countries. I am a survivor of WW2 and I remember so well when the Canadian troops entered that little country by the sea and freed us from oppression and starvation. The tanks with Canadian soldiers rumbled into the town that we were staying at that time and handed out chocolate bars to the girls.

grasses and reeds. Though the trail is well maintained and obviously used, every walk has been in solitary splendour.

I appreciated the slower pace this morning. I appreciated the opportunity to breath deep and release my imagination. This is the week that we specifically honour our veterans. This is the week that we have services and ceremonies, reflecting on the loss of loved ones, the effects of these losses. Losses of yesterday and today. This freedom I have, to walk a river trail, to laugh and play, to be filled with pleasure, was hard won. I did nothing to deserve it or to earn it.

My life backpack is filled with privilege: Caucasian, educated, woman in an era when women are slowly being accorded equal status, a traveller, a reader and a thinker, stable environment, own a home and am gainfully employed. What riches are mine!

Around us, among us, are ongoing struggles. This week, whether attending a memorial service, watching on TV, or quietly reflecting from the comfort of our home, remember to give thanks. Give thanks for those who served and serve, for those who lived and live, willing to die for their principles and our country. The ways of war have changed, the effects of war remain the same.

Returning members of our military live with memories that can not be undone.

Wear your poppy with pride, place it in memory, with thankfulness.

Many wars have been fought since and when we check the news centres we can see that the fighting is still going on. I often think of the many children that are traumatized by the wars that are raging right now.

I have some bad memories from my childhood during the war that are still real sometimes.

We also need to remember the One who did not fight, but gave His life so that we can have redemption and be reconciled to God. Jesus tells us in John 8:36 “If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed.”

This is an eternal and everlasting freedom.

Let us Remember.

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Ruth Pryzner Alexander, MB

Remembrance Day Today. Remembrance Day 2016.

Why do we do this, the “Lest we forget.”?

We do this not to glorify war, for war is unspeakably horrible. It is the last thing a nation should embark on, even when the cause is considered just. War is the last resort, not the first, and we should do everything we can to avoid war, save for those times when tyranny and terrorism must be confronted.

Today, we gather to honour all our war veterans, and those who also served and still serve to answer the needed call from Canada. But we must not forget them the other 364 days of the year. We must look after them as they age and see that the families of our soldiers who fell or were wounded in war are supported, emotionally and financially, not just on this day, or in this moment, but forever. We must treasure the gift of their signed blank cheques, payable to Canada and so often redeemed, stained with their blood.

But even disabled veterans continue their battle; this time a class action suit with the government.

A case that has been ongoing at the Supreme Court of British Columbia since 2012. Government lawyers outraged many veterans by declaring the federal government has no extraordinary obligation to those who have fought for the country and that Canada does not have a social covenant with veterans. It never ceases to amaze me that in post World War II times, governments send our military into war, but abandon those needing assistance and medical help when they return.

The majority of Canadians believe the Government of Canada has a moral, social, legal and faithful obligation to care for the men and women who served in Canada’s Armed Forces. Unfortunately, our government is not of the same opinion and veterans sometimes have to continue their fight to be heard and recognized.

Despite campaigning on a black-and-white promise to end the Conservative court case against veterans, the Liberal government now reneges and continues with the case.

Democracy and the privilege of living in this free country deserves recognition and grateful appreciation. The freedoms we all enjoy today demanded the blood and sacrifices of our veterans and service personnel. Our veterans have earned the right to expect their country to be there for them.

We will remember them!

John Fefchak Virden, MB

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By Vern May

Rapid City has branded itself as the “Little City with a Lotta Heart” and that showed through at this year’s What’s the Big Idea? entrepreneurship showdown in Neepawa last month. When area residents representing The Queen’s Eatery found themselves before the judges, their bid for funding to help with upgrades to the restaurant’s commercial kitchen was an award that required very little deliberation. Recognizing the importance of that community bistro to both residents and visitors to Rapid City was compelling enough to secure a $1,000 prize. However, Kelly Spurway’s story itself was one that wasn’t shared with the competitors and observers on hand.

Spurway, who signed a lease as the new operator for the restaurant in July, has had an interesting journey in the food service industry before arriving at this opportunity which is close to her own backyard.

Though never formally trained in the food industry, her passion for working with fresh food was first inspired by her grandmother when she was just

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“I started learning about canning and preparing food from my grandma when I was a kid,” says Spurway. “It’s something I have passed on to my kids.

It’s important that they know how to feed themselves.” But it wasn’t just in the home that Kelly was running her own kitchen.

She operated The Uptown Moose in suburban Toronto for a number of years before the property was sold to a national chain. In Manitoba, she has worked in commercial kitchens and served as a bar manager, all around her business scheduled as a mother of four children.

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It wasn’t quite enough to secure a spot on national television, but it did give her a confidence boost that she was able to use to channel her creative energies.

Returning home to Rivers from Winnipeg, she launched her own food blog, “A busy mom’s cook book,” to share recipes and tips for mothers like herself, who are on the go with various responsibilities but still want to ensure their children are getting the nutrition they need – even on the run. She has been encouraged to see that her online forum has started to register with people, eclipsing 5,000 viewers who log in for helpful

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advice in the kitchen.

“When you have an active family, it’s important to get a meal on the table within 30 minutes. I have included a lot of quick and easy recipes that accommodate this goal, as well as crock pot dishes that offer some heartier meals.”

Taking her expertise from the computer and into a commercial kitchen again was a leap that she felt so strongly about, she signed the lease and then shared the news with her husband Dan, after the deal was in place! Some of the earliest challenges were not what she expected. “Nobody likes change,” she says with her brow furrowing. “Creating the vision of The Queen’s the way I see it… we’re very “small town” and some people just want to see it continue the way that it always was. Something as small as changing the colour of the walls was jarring to people.

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The water level downstream has caused Little Saskatchewan i er to once again ow to the top of its banks. Now with unseasonably warm temperatures (nearly a week of degrees in double digits and even more than , se eral fisherman took advantage and cast lots of lines into the water. he fish are still hungry; many report catches of ackfish and rock bass.

Oil Cap games move to Kick FM

Press release Hockey fans in Westman have yet another reason to listen to their Internet radio station from Rapid City.

“Having the Oil Caps on Kick FM is super exciting for our station,” says founder Darrell “Bones” Jones. “It’s another boost for potential sponsors with at least a thousand listeners per game. MJHL is an exciting brand of hockey and our listeners will become connected to this team and the players.”

Ray Walker, who has called the team’s games since their inception in Virden in 2012, will call the games on Kick FM. He previously called games on his Internet station Big FM, until the 2015 season.

Dale Lewis, president of Virden Oil Capitals, was thrilled to learn of Kick FM and its close proximity to Virden.

“We’re really happy to have found a broadcast home in our backyard.

We’re looking forward to working with Bones on this; hopefully it’s the beginning of a lasting partnership.”

Kick FM (www.kickfm. ca) began online in May 2016 and has garnered a loyal following in Manitoba, and worldwide. The first game on ick airwaves was Nov. 4; upcoming games are: Nov. 10, 7 p.m; Nov. 12, 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 17, 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 18, 7 p.m., etc.

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A tornado watch is issued when weather once again in the Endow Manitobaas 24-hour health heritage.toThese grants are possible thanks to robably many of participating us staying tuned over the weekend conditions areand favourable produce a tornado; however, giving challenge.

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For one day only, you can Community foundations poollikelihood and endowof (permanently In the event that a tornado warning was issued for your tornado has occurred or has a high being make an even bigger difference in our community.

On invest) own today, do you know what to do? Are you familiar about to occur.all gifts, and the income earned supports a variety Nov.19, all gifts made to RACF willplan be stretched a of with your community emergency response and the by The safest placewithin to be the during a tornadocatchment is a low spot projects foundation’s area. The nformation for the community that is included in that in an interior away from such as an incontribution from The Winnipeg Foundation.

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Obituary FRANK CORBEY Frank was born Sunday, January 28, 1951 to parents Victor and Gabrielle Corbey-Brouns in Thorn, Limberg, Netherlands; he passed Saturday, October 29, 2016 in Minnedosa Hospital, Minnedosa, Manitoba with loving family by his side, after a lengthy illness.

Frank’s life journey began in the Netherlands. In August 1953 his father’s love of farming carried the young family across the Atlantic to Pier 21, Halifax, Canada, followed by a long train ride from alifax to Winnipeg and finally Rivers rank s father ictor, mother Gabrielle and two oldest siblings, Harriet and John, along with his ncle Chris, oined in this life-changing adventure he first years in Canada were often difficult for the adults, but rank, protected by their love, saw nothing but an opportunity to use his inquisitive nature and explore and grow into this new land. After a time, Frank’s family settled on SE 29-13-21WPM where they created a lovely farm home. During this period, Frank was blessed to have sisters Mary-Anne and Vicky join the family, adding the joy that only younger sisters can bring to this busy, tightly-bonded household.

Frank’s days were spent the same as many youngsters on the farm: outdoor play with the neighbour children where imagination and daring ruled the day, and anything could be attempted “once.” Frank’s mom arranged an annual summer trip to camp on Lake Manitoba.

This became a touchstone summer destination, with Frank then taking the next generations to enjoy the broad expanse of water and sand. At a very tender age Frank learned to run the tractor; one of mention, the Case 500. He spent many, many hours doing summer fallow for his dad and some of the neighbours as well. rank attended school in Oak River, Rivers and Assiniboine Community College for heavy duty mechanics. Frank worked at Western Engine in Winnipeg and became a member of Operating Engineers. his affiliation sent him to many interesting places across the west and great north. Frank’s own love of farming was a constant in his life though, and these jobs were a means to that end. In 1973 Frank purchased the Gordon Elliott farm, which he and the neighbours referred to as “Totonka.”

On November 6, 1984 Frank married his best friend, Eileen Glenn.

Together with Eileen’s son Chris, they made their home in Strathclair.

On July 27, 1989, they were blessed to welcome son Andy into their lives, providing Frank with his next farming partner! While farming was a huge interest to Frank, his love and sense of responsibility to family and friends was strong.

In recent weeks we have had many people share stories of what Frank, at the time, considered small gestures on his part, now to be revealed as significant moments to these family members and friends. So wonderful for Frank to have heard that he had had a positive effect.

Frank stood by his Winnipeg Blue Bombers and Winnipeg Jets!

He completely lost interest in watching NHL until the Jets came home again rank s years were filled with gatherings of friends and family. Many miles to minor hockey and ball games to watch Chris and then Chris’s sons enjoy their sports. Many miles on sleds to poker derbies and ice fishing locations with Andy rank en oyed a varied genre of music and attended many live entertainers. He thoroughly enjoyed trips to Holland, strengthening ties with the family there. Frank was a life-long learner, embracing modern farming and information technology. He was politically motivated and opinionated, and thoroughly enjoyed such conversations. He loved keeping abreast of world affairs. In recent years, Frank and Andy have spent their focus on farm improvements. Frank was energized by this focus as he faced down his many health challenges.

Frank is lovingly remembered by: friend, wife Eileen; son Andy (Donelda); stepson Chris (Jodi) and boys Cole, Brady and Jamie; his dear mother Gabrielle Corbey; his brother John (Emily) Corbey; sisters Mary-Anne Reynaud and icky Derrick chreiner in-laws Alice lenn, ack essie lenn, lenda Roger Wegleitner, helley Glenn, Carson (Cheryl) Glenn; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his dear father Victor Corbey, his sister Harriet (Dennis) Lamb, brother-in-law Wayne Reynaud, ncle Chris Corbey, godparents on and Roos orselen, in-laws Roy lenn, d rodacki, Russell Karen lenn, Don lenn and other loved family in the Netherlands and Canada.

A funeral service was held to honour Frank’s memory on Thursday, ovember , 016 at Riverdale Community Centre, Rivers, with interment at Pettapiece Cemetery. If friends so desire, donations may be made to The War Amps Child Amputee Program or a charity of choice Rae s uneral ervices, hoal ake, Manitoba was in charge of arrangements.

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Obituary GEORGE KRAHN 88, entered the presence of his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, October 25, 016 at Riverdale Personal Care ome, after suffering more than 20 years from Parkinson’s disease. He was born on March 10, 1928, two miles north of Rivers, less than a mile from where he is buried. The family eventually settled on what became the family farm two miles east of Rivers Most of George’s schooling took place in the Rivers area e attended MC in retna, Manitoba and graduated from high school at Rosthern unior College, Saskatchewan. He was a lifelong learner, reading avidly for greater understanding in agriculture and business.

George’s calling was to be a farmer, a steward of the land with a deep admiration for God’s creation. In order to sustain the farm, he also managed the A Robinson electrical store in randon for 11 years. But the land had his heart. He always saw the farm as more than a vocation. It was to be a place of refuge and a means of blessing to his family and many others beyond. Improving the farm meant long days of hard work and sacrifice An outgoing man, George was a member of Canadian Seed rowers, Canadian Charolais Association and Rivers Community Development Corporation. He was a trained consultant for Christian Financial Concepts.

George was grateful to grow up with a strong Mennonite heritage.

As an adult, he recognized his need for salvation and trusted in Christ for forgiveness of sin. He was a faithful member of McDiarmid Drive Alliance Church, active with the finance committee as treasurer and served as a dedicated elder for nearly a decade. His lasting legacy was his reputation for diligent hard work, genuine integrity and widespread generosity.

George is survived by his high school sweetheart, Anne, whom he married on October 7, 1950 and who remained faithfully by his side for 66 years until the moment of his death son Rudy Marena , Winnipeg daughter ecky Magill Keith , ndiana daughter leanor ertin Mike , tettler, Alberta son ed Rhonda , Rivers 1 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren sister elen Klassen (Tony), Brandon, several in-laws and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his sister Annie, his parents, Johan and Anna Krahn, his brothers ohn and enry, and grandson Paul ertin Family and friends were invited to a time of visitation at Memories Chapel, Brandon, on Tuesday, November 1, 2016. A graveside service was held at Rivers Mennonite Cemetery on Wednesday, November 2, 2016, followed by a memorial service at McDiarmid Drive Alliance Church, Brandon. Flowers are gratefully declined; donations in memory of George may be made to McDiarmid Drive Alliance Church, Building for the Future Fund, 635 McDiarmid Drive, randon, M R 6 xpressions of sympathy may be made at www.memorieschapel.com. Arrangements with Memories Chapel, Brandon, 1-855-727-0330.

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Heartfelt thanks to the generous, caring Rivers community for your kind expressions of sympathy and bountiful provision of delicious meals, snacks, bedding, cards and owers to our family at the time of George’s passing.

With gratitude, Anne Krahn, Ted and Rhonda Krahn and family, the Magill and Bertin families (all 42 of us!)

We wish to thank the many medical people involved with Frank’s care over his long illness: Dr. Piotr Czaykowski , Dr. Ahmet Leylek, Dr. Valerie Gordon, Dr. Duploy and their teams of experts at Cancer Care Manitoba; the Hamiota Cancer Care team and hospital staff for the loving care received there; Dr. Dan Onyshko and Dr. Bishay for their attentive long-term care of Frank; the entire “wellness team” at Minnedosa Hospital for the outstanding care we received over Frank’s lengthy illness and most especially in these recent months.

May you know you are much appreciated and hold a special place in our hearts.

THE CORBEY FAMILY Words truly do not express the gratitude we feel toward the kind souls who have always been there for us all during dear Frank’s illness and since his passing. The outreach of visits at home, hospital and during these recent sad days; the gifts of food, cards, owers, emails and calls the help with outdoor work and errands has been overwhelming and holds so much meaning. Thank you to those who were able to attend Frank’s memorial service.

Many family members and friends took on the various tasks that went into arranging Frank’s memorial and we are grateful to all hank you to odd ill for officiating at the service and for your organizing skills; to Bob Turnbull for the Scripture reading and grace; to Walter Froese, Mark Gill, Mary Snowden, Mary-Anne, Vicky, and John for contributing memories of Frank. hank you to helly Mom s Kitchen for serving the lunch and to the staff at Riverdale Community Centre for preparing the venue A heartfelt thank you to Rick hom from Rae s uneral ome for the service at Pettapiece Cemetery and all other duties he and his staff have done to perfection for us. Wishes of peace and love to you alll.

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By Lorrie Dyer

The Outreach and Pastoral Care Committee is encouraging everyone to support their Samaritan House project. A collection box will be available at Rivers United Church for donations of good quality used bedding, blankets and pillows as well as winter coats, toques, mitts, scarves, sweaters and socks. Toiletries such as shampoo, toothbrushes, toothpaste and bar soaps are also needed. These items will be delivered to Samaritan House in Brandon for distribution to the women’s shelter and the needy for the upcoming cold winter months.

Please mark Sunday, Nov. 20 on your calendars; it it will be a very busy day

at Rivers United! Not only will this be a Sunday school day, but it will be followed by a potluck lunch and Advent decorating.

This annual event is a favourite among young and old alike! The sanctuary will be adorned with Christmas decorations, crafts and ornaments made by the children.

As well, Ten Thousand Villages will be visiting with us on Nov. 20. They will be offering for sale fair trade and handcrafted products from farmers and artisans in developing countries. Some of their most popular items include coffee, chocolate, Christmas ornaments and jewelry. It will be a great day to join in all the festivities!

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uled for November and December.

Please contact recreation manager Laura Gillingham for further information as to dates, times and fees; you can email rccmanager@mymts.net, phone 204-328or stop at her office in i erdale Community Centre.

The Sunday school’s White Gift presentation and service will be held Dec. 11. All congregational members, parents, grandparents, care givers, relatives, neighbours and friends are welcome to attend! Sunday school leaders Shelley Foster and Becky Stewart are sure to have another stellar performance in the works! Remember to bring your white gifts for i ers’ Christmas Cheer campaign.

Queen’s quality Continued from page 6

It’s an adjustment to show them we can change the menu to take food from farm to table and that it is affordable to eat well.

People can fill up on bucks here, she says with pride. “I’ve had to compromise a bit. here are about fi e items on the menu that we don’t make from scratch right here in our own kitchen.

But not every dish offered has a guaranteed chance of success. Such was her experience with trying to offer some new dishes that conform to her image of food made from original, fresh ingredients in the kitchen instead of something out of a box. She was excited to advertise chicken tortilla soup one day on the menu, but then saw hours pass without anyone ordering the specialty. Finally, a group of men came in and one ordered the soup.

When it arrived at the table, the rest of the party promptly ordered one as well.

When asked why they hadn’t considered it directly from the menu, they replied, t sounded weird.

While conscious of her bottom line and keeping her pencil sharp on expenses, Spurway is resolute about steering away from ordering from the bulk suppliers on some of the critical items on her menu – even when that may increase her line item expenses by up to 30 per cent.

“Supporting local business is the way to go. Sure, I hear, ‘You can get that from Sysco,’ but when you deal with local vendors, you know what you’re getting and they will work with you. The best example I can think of is Lauren at Hamiota Bakery. I wanted a burger bun that wouldn’t get soggy when fully loaded with the burger and fi ings. hey created a custom kaiser for us that is a little crustier – and they produce it with a little swirl on the top that kinda looks like a crown – it’s a bun that’s all our own.

And they’re fast! I call my order in and its ready for me the ne t day.

She shares that same commitment to local ingredients with all the meat that is prepared in the restaurant as well. For

her, ensuring that it is hand-prepared in the kitchen and will have a consistent taste and appearance for every customer, regardless of who’s on staff that day, is critical to the long-term success of the restaurant. All the beef, pork and lamb used on site comes from a local producer, Colin and Ann Hunter, straight from the farm southwest of Rapid City.

Since Kelly came on board, Queen’s Hotel owners Jim and Lianne Christie view the operation of the restaurant, beverage room and hotel rooms as a partnership – each heavily invested in the other’s success. While food service is also offered in the bar, the menu doesn’t switch to processed food just because the restaurant has closed. Instead, there is an assortment of prepared meals that can be warmed up for patrons – ensuring that every dining experience on site offers the same quality.

The Queen’s Eatery does have a website (thequeenseatery.com) and is active on Facebook as well, for those interested to make the trip to Rapid City and savour the changes being served up daily on the menu. You can also check out Kelly’s blog at abusymomscookbook.blogspot.com.

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By Robin Wark

Former Yellowhead Chiefs goalie Riley Lamb has found plenty of things to like at the Western Hockey League (WHL) level.

“I like being on the ice all the time,” says the Rivers product who suits up for Red Deer Rebels. “I like the competitiveness of the league and the high level of play. The city of Red Deer is great and so is the Rebels organization.”

The son of Vaughn and Sharon Lamb has been arguably one of the surprises of the WHL season so far. The 18-year-old entered the WHL team’s camp behind two veteran 20-year-old goaltenders and at least one well-regarded prospect. All three are now gone and Lamb is commanding the most time between the pipes for

the Rebels.

Rebels general manager/ head coach Brent Sutter says in a Red Deer Advocate article, “He’s more than proven he can handle playing at this level.”

As of Nov. 2, Lamb had a 7-4-1 record with a shutout in 13 games. The 6-foot 171-pound goaltender has a 3.26 goals against average and an .899 save percentage.

Lamb has impressed Rebels goaltender coach Taylor Dakers in a variety of ways. The former WHL and minor pro netminder says he has been pleased with Lamb’s ability to integrate new techniques into his game. Dakers also likes the youngster’s natural ability to read plays and shots. Dakers has been impressed with Lamb’s “athleticism and his ability

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to be clutch. He has made big saves in big moments in almost all our games.”

He believes Lamb is very strong mentally, “He has immediately bounced back after his bad days and he handles pressure well.”

In early October Lamb stopped all 38 shots he faced, to record his first WHL shutout in a 5-0 win over Kelowna. He says that shooters at the major junior level are different than what he faced in AAA midget.

“They shoot the puck a lot harder. There’s more skill at this level and the accuracy of the shots is better. Also, in the WHL, guys can shoot the puck in stride, which makes for a tougher reaction save.”

Lamb spent two full seasons manning the net for the Chiefs. Last year he

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was the league’s first MVP; he led Manitoba’s AAA midget hockey league in minutes (1,811) and posted a 1.92 goals against average and a .939 save percentage. He recorded four shutouts. Lamb says suiting up for the Chiefs

definitely helped his hockey career.

“It was a higher level of play for me. Playing there got me recognized so I could play in the WHL.” Lamb is certainly not one to back down from

challenges. He embraces being a goaltender — a position where you can be the hero or the goat.

“I enjoy having the ability to make or break a game. I like that responsibiliy.”