April 5, 2024

Rivers Banner and Heritage Co-op Easter egg hunt

By Jessica Coulter Rivers Banner

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e were very happy to have received so many ballots from so many people who entered the draw and want to thank everyone for participating.

The Easter eggs were hidden in the following ads: Hair Dynamics, Jim Hillis Trailers, Woodworth Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, Brierwood Creek Café and Grill, Rivers Super Thrifty, Oak River Quick Freeze.

These ads were randomly picked to have the Easter eggs hidden within.

The Rivers Banner and Heritage Co-op are excited to announce the winner of our newspaper Easter egg hunt 6-yearold Myrah Jenkins from Rivers MB. She has won the easter basket of treats and a $25 gift card to Heritage Co-op food store. “Myrah had a lot of fun hunting for the easter eggs in the newspaper and was very excited to enter the draw,” says Teri Jenkins, Myrah’s mom. A big congratulations to Myrah! Thank- you to all the businesses that sent in ads to participate in the Easter Egg Hunt. The Rivers Banner and Heritage Co-op are looking forward to hiding Easter eggs again next year.

6-year-old Myrah Jenkins from Rivers MB wins this years Easter basket.

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Spring cleaning pointers

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By Metro Creative

Spring is a season of renewal. When the flowers are blooming and the trees are budding and the weather is pleasantly warm, people often feel inspired to make changes around their homes. Work may begin with culling belongings and organizing essentials.

There is debate regarding where the practice of spring cleaning originated. Some researchers link it to certain religious groups. It has long been an ancient Jewish custom to thoroughly clean a house in preparation for the springtime feast of Passover. The house is scoured to remove any yeast bread, or chametz, from the home. Similarly, members of the Greek Orthodox church celebrate ‘Clean Week,’ which is a week of cleaning before Lent. In Iranian culture, families spend days cleaning prior to the Persian New Year, which begins on the spring equinox.

Spring cleaning also has some secular roots. For instance, in the 1800s, Londoners routinely cleared their homes of grime and soot that accumulated over the winter. Spring cleaning is still a ritual for many today. As people embark on their plans to tidy up, these tips can help them along.

Tackle one big task a day Who hasn’t started one project only to be distracted into moving along to another room? This often occurs when people discover something out of place in one space and then move that item where it belongs, only to find a new cleaning task at hand in that space. Inefficiency can make you give up on spring cleaning prematurely. Agree to address one room/task a day. Keep a basket or box handy to store errant items until you move on to the next room.

Stock up on supplies Prepare all of the cleaning supplies in advance. Put together a tool kit of sorts with the equipment you need, including mops, brooms, rags,

Starting Seeds Part III

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By Patricia Hanbidge

The last couple of weeks we have been focusing on the magic of starting seeds. This week, the focus is on timing your seeding for success.

When you are germinating seeds, it is essential to ensure that you are timing your crops appropriately. What that means is that you want your crop to be at the correct size and maturity for the end result. If you were operating a commercial greenhouse, then you would be timing the growth of your crop for sales from mid May to mid June in our part of the prairies. For you as a home gardener, the timing is also similar. If you wish to bed out your little plants on June 1st, when we hope all danger of frost is past, then you count backwards to ensure your seeding date is accurate.

The timing will depend on many factors but essentially what you need to consider is the amount of time it takes for the seed, to germinate and then the time to grow to the acceptable size and the hardening off period that is required before planting in the garden. Let’s take tomatoes as an example. If you are growing Early Girl Hybrid tomato, it will take from 8 to 14 days to germinate under good germination conditions and then a further three to four weeks to become a seedling that is 5

to 10 inches in height. If we look backwards from June 1st, that would mean that we should be planting the seeds in mid-March.

On the seed packet, it states that it takes around 55 days to maturity. This is guide – not an absolute as many factors can alter this time frame. As we all know, we can never have fresh garden tomatoes early enough but from the planting perspective, it will take two months from planting for that to occur.

As far as other plants go, each one is of course unique. Planning from the perspective of what to plant when is important especially the first time around. From the middle to the end of March, you should

cleansers, and the like. Organization can keep you on course.

Harness your strengths and weaknesses

Some people clean because they are stressed or angry, others do so to avoid other tasks. Keep personality in mind when establishing a cleaning schedule. For example, clean at night if you’re a night owl, or wait until you are feeling antsy before embarking on a ‘calm down cleaning.’

Tackle seasonal chores first

be sowing Brussels sprouts, celery, eggplant, leeks, peppers and tomatoes. In early to mid April broccoli, cantaloupe, cauliflower, collards, lettuce, pumpkins, squash and watermelon. Please only use this as a guideline as each area is different.

Last but not least, not all seeds are saveable from year to year. Please remember that seeds should be stored under cool, dry conditions. Any increase in temperature or humidity has a huge affect on the viability of those seeds. It is not always necessary to dispose of old seed, but if you can estimate the germination rate then you can sow the seed accordingly. Swiss chard, turnips and parsnips only stay in good shape for one year. Corn, onions, parsley and okra are generally viable for two years under optimum conditions and asparagus, beans, leeks and peas are good for three years. Broccoli, beets, cabbage, cauliflower, radish, spinach, lettuce, squash and eggplant have a shelf life of up to five years.

As far as fertilization goes, it is not necessary to fertilize your seedlings until they are sprouting true leaves. Prior to that time, they are still living off the food contained in the seed. Remember that these tiny little plants are very susceptible to harm given by overzealous care givers. Plants are very adaptable but only when change happens slowly.

Some tasks need to get done to prepare for the spring and summer season. These may include cleaning the grill and sorting through outdoor furniture and decor. Spring cleaning may involve readying the pool for another year of use or cleaning out rain gutters to prepare for spring storms. Tackle time-dependent tasks first and then move on to others that are less time-sensitive.

Spread out the work

Some people like to devote full weekends to spring cleaning, but that can be overwhelming for others. Breaking down cleaning tasks into 15- to 30-minute intervals each day can make the job more tolerable. Spring cleaning season has arrived, and certain tips can make the job more efficient and manageable.

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Neil StrohScheiN KiNgdomS iN coNflict, Part V

It was roughly 75 years after ancient Israel’s exodus from Egypt; 35 years after they crossed the Jordan River to enter the Promised Land. Joshua, Moses’ successor and the one who had lead Israel in their conquest of the Promised Land, was about to die. His last words (found in Joshua 24) reveal a serious problem that, unless dealt with, would destroy them and their nation. The problem was indecision. Most of Joshua’s people had not yet decided which god they would follow, worship and serve. They had several options. The most obvious (and logical) was to believe in and serve the God who had delivered them from slavery in Egypt, who had given them the provisions and protection they needed during their wilderness wanderings, who had brought them into the Promised Land and who had enabled them to

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But although they had experienced God’s love and care all those years, they had never seen God in person. And God had given them strict orders not to make any carved statues that would depict their ideas of what he looked like. An infinite, invisible being who fills the heaven and earth cannot be pictured in any form of religious art.

And then there were the commandments contained in the Law of Moses. They set high standards of conduct for the people; with capital punishment (death by stoning) imposed on those who were guilty of the most serious violations. For the rest, an elaborate system of animal sacrifices was put in place that enabled the people to atone for their sins. Since they sinned a lot, they had to sacrifice a lot.

But their neighbors, those who lived beyond the borders of the Promised Land, didn’t seem to have the same problems with their religions. They worshipped gods that they could see. They could point to the statue of a human male god and say: “This is his name and this is what he does.” They could do the same for images of female gods and gods that took on the shapes of animals. And those deities weren’t nearly as strict and didn’t make the demands that the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob made of the Israelites.

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The people would have to decide for themselves who they would serve. But Joshua warned them that once they made their choice, they would have to live with its consequences. If they turned their backs on God, God would turn his back on them and a far worse captivity with much harsher living condition than they had experienced in Egypt awaited them.

You and I, in our time, culture and country, are facing the same challenge. The evil forces that Jesus defeated when he rose from the dead haven’t given up their fight for world dominance. They’ve just changed the battlefield. Instead of attacking one person (Jesus), they are attacking ordinary people like you and me.

Joshua’s words call us to a similar decision. We must decide who will we serve-God or another god? But we must choose carefully-because we will have to live with the consequences of our choices-in this life and in the life to come.

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By Chad Carpenter

‘There are three kinds of lies:

Lies, Damned Lies, and Statistics’

The above title, attributed to Mark Twain, pretty much sums up the manner in which citizens of the world are being mislead by politicians and academics. The current situation with regard to climate change and the global warming mantra is horrible because of how badly, even maliciously we are being mislead.

If you take nothing else from this column, please watch Climate, the movie. I can’t verify if every claim made in the one hour and 20 minutes is correct, but there certainly is enough information to seriously question what is being passed off on an unsuspecting public as science. Here’s the link:

https://www.smalldeadanimals. com/2024/03/31/climate-the-movie-2/

The gist of the movie is that we are being lied to and at best it is innocently but I suspect it is being carried out with malice. It will take some concentration to view the movie but you owe it to yourself to examine what the green movement is ramming down our throats. Perhaps most telling is the last few minutes where Kenyan farmers clearly speak to how they need fossil fuels, internal combustion engines and First World technology so they can feed themselves and neighbouring countries.

•In Manitoba, it appears that the relatively new NDP government may be seeing the light on the carbon tax. Most clear-headed Manitobans realize that if any province in Canada already has a green economy, it’s Manitoba. Our energy comes from Hydro (which comes mostly from water driven turbines), natural gas and some solar energy. Manitoba

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doesn’t need a carbon tax. Yes, we have lots of gas and diesel powered vehicles, but how else are we going to travel and move goods in Manitoba’s climate? In addition, Manitoba stores unknown tonnes of carbon by way of minimum tillage farming and vast forests.

Electric vehicles will likely take over some day, but they just don’t cut it in many applications. And I personally resent paying taxes to subsidize the few people who are buying electric vehicles. There’s a federal subsidy of up to $5,000 and Manitoba is proposing a provincial subsidy. It’s simply not fair to people who can’t use an electric vehicle.

Carbon taxes are a hoax, a scam in a few different ways. The carbon tax was supposed to raise costs so as to deter people from using as much fuel and that was supposed to reduce emissions. Well, if higher costs were supposed to work, then the fuel price spikes we saw in the past two years should have answered that question and made the tax unnecessary. Carbon taxes only purpose are to bloat government coffers. Think about it. Either governments are gaining funds and bloating bureaucracy or if the funds are all, or mostly, being rebated, then the rebate process results in even higher numbers of bureaucrats.

Politicians have swallowed a lie,

perhaps of their own making, that people have to be controlled, told what to do, what to eat, told where to go and how to look after themselves. After all, the people are pretty stupid you know!

I don’t think I have seen a time in my life when governments have such a record of getting things wrong. Over the decades there have been some dandy screw-ups but current governments’ insistence on trying to change the climate takes the prize. I have long said, and firmly believe that the climate is changing but not anywhere near to the extent that governments claim. Our climate has been much warmer than it is now and it has been much colder. And, even if man-made activities are affecting climate change, why would Canada, or Manitoba, strangle our economy and food production when “we” aren’t the problem?

Listen people, get your nose out of your cell phones, out of the cat videos, the dinner pics and get into the real issues of the day. Governments and many other institutions want us to stay dumb. We are much easier to control when we are willfully dumb.

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 Banner & Press staff.

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I wish you well…

In recent weeks, I have been reminiscing with family members about an expression Ed used- I wish you well. For some years I wondered exactly what the heck he meant by those words, and now I find myself using them! We don’t agree on some issues? I wish you well. You go ahead and be yourself and I shall continue to be myself. I shall endeavour not to hurt anyone with my views and accept and expect the same from you. You’ve decided to do what???? Ok, I don’t understand or fully agree but it’s none of my business. That would have applied the year we offered safe haven to a transgender youth. After an exchange of goals and reasons, a quiet and sincere ‘I wish you well.’ Having received the diagnosis of cancer and not long to live, Ed asked for one couple in particular to be invited to our home. He did not want a meeting in a coffee shop, did not want to go to their home, he wanted them over as guests. They spoke of many things, prayed together, and then as they left, again a quiet, I wish you well. It wasn’t a meeting for a resolution of differences, or anything, but one last friendly visit. Those words are deeper than ‘good luck’, and different from ‘go in peace’.

Years ago, one of my aunts and I were discussing life. In the course of our conversation I disclosed that there were/ are some folks who really don’t like me. She was wonderfully defensive– how could they not like me!! I assured her that I have never gone out of my way to antagonise anyone, have tried to love true to my creed and convictions, but there are people who aren’t comfortable with me, don’t like me, would rather not speak to me. I am okay with that. I don’t like it, but I’m okay. There are times when I am called to speak of uncomfortable realities, there are times when I am called to offer correction or direction, and it’s – surprise!! not always well received. And so, as we step away from the situation I can say with honesty, I wish you well.

The go to for many of us is to go to google for insight and information. Searching for ‘I wish you well’. Here’s what I found.

I wish you well. means “I hope that you will be well” or “I wish that good things will happen to you”. It is most often said as part of a farewell.

Saying ‘I wish you well’ to someone can be a bit like saying ‘with respect’ to someone you are disagreeing with,”.

Reading those comments aloud to a grandchild, they thought that sounded about right. I rather like the second one– ‘with respect’, for there are times when my wishing well does come at the end of a disagreement. Therefore, with respect, I hope you will be well; all of you, and myself as well. May we find ways to disagree with respect, embrace new ideas with respect, change our minds with respect. I wish you well.

Fusion Credit Union is named a top Manitoba Employer for five consecutive years

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M ANITOBA – The Editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers has named Fusion Credit Union as one of Manitoba’s Top Employers for 2024. This marks the fifth consecutive year that Fusion has received this recognition, an accolade t hat CEO Darwin Johns is both excited and honoured to have received.

“We’re thrilled to be recognized as a Top Manitoba Employer again t his year,” says Johns. “ To receive t his acknowledgement five years in a row is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our employees, as they are the driving force behind our success.”

Manitoba’s Top 100 Employers is an annual competition organized by the editors of Canada’s Top Employers and recognizes Manitoba employers who lead their industries in offering an exceptional place to work. Employers are evaluated using eight criteria, some of which include: health, financial and family benefits; employee communication; training and development and community involvement.

Supporting local initiatives has always been a priority for Fusion Credit Union and in 2023, staff logged an impressive 7,700 volunteer hours in their 18 com-

munities. Fusion encourages and supports staff with their volunteer activities, acknowledging how it leads to growth for individuals, families, and the community.

“We’re all personally invested in our communities,” says Leanne DeVliegere, Chief Operations Officer at Fusion. “Our neighbourhoods are our homes, where we work, and raise our children. We participate in local events, volunteer on local boards and engage in grassroots initiatives that make a positive impact on our hometowns.”

Community Infusion, now in its fourth year, is another initiative that provides support to local communities. Entrepreneurs compete for a chance to share in up to $30,000 in grant money for a new or expanding business idea. The goal of Community Infusion is to inject funds into the local economy, create jobs, and collaborate with local businesses.

“Commitment and collaboration are two of our brand values at Fusion,” says DeVliegere. “These values symbolize our commitment to our staff and our communities and the collaboration that exists between the two. Community Infusion was created and is led by staff who are committed to helping our communities grow stronger.”

In 2023, Fusion gave $250,000 back to their commun-

Manitoba Government announces parks reservations start April 8

The Manitoba government wants you to mark your calendar and start planning your getaway as reservations for campgrounds in provincial parks are set to open on April 8, Environment and Climate Change Minister Tracy Schmidt announced today. “Manitoba is home to some spectacular parks and as warmer weather approaches, more and more Manitobans are preparing to book quality time out in nature,” said Schmidt. “As a parent who takes their children camping every year, I know how important a fast, convenient reservation system is. Our government has taken steps to streamline the booking process so Manitobans can reserve their favourite sites headache-free.” Reservations will be staggered over five days to accommodate the high demand and make it easier for Manitobans to book at their favourite campground. Customers making online reservations are advised to check their user accounts and passwords prior to the opening days and review reservation rules. Customers can also browse the reservation service to view photos and descriptions of campsites. On opening days, an enhanced virtual waiting room and queuing system will be used to ensure a better experience for online users. For more information on how to prepare for opening day, visit www. manitobaparks.com.

ities through donations and sponsorships of local events and projects. Community Infusion is an initiative that enables contributions in a new way, especially to the business sector. “At its core, Community Infusion promotes local entrepreneurship, which powers communities and is part of what makes our province such a great place to live,” says DeVliegere. “Our inclusive approach allows us to forge meaningful connections and make a difference in the lives of all community members.”

Fusion Credit Union invests in their people, unlocking their full potential both personally and professionally. The result is a more resilient and capable workforce that cultivates a culture of collaboration, innovation and shared success.

“Empowering our employees fuels the transformation of our communities, helping us all grow stronger together,” confirms Johns. “Community Infusion is evidence of that growth. Whether it’s supporting local businesses, funding community projects, or helping members achieve their financial goals, we’re here to make a difference where it matters most – right here at home.”

For information about career opportunities with Fusion Credit Union, visit fusioncu.com.

Black Lake, Shoe Lake and Tulabi Falls), St. Malo, Stephenfield and Watchorn.

On opening day, the Parks Reservation Service, online and call centre services will begin at 7 a.m. online at www.manitobaparks.com, 204-948-3333 (in Winnipeg) or 1 888-482-2267 (toll-free).

The Manitoba Parks Reservation Service will open over five days in April:

• Monday, April 8 at 7 a.m., reservations open for all cabins, yurts and group-use areas;

Bookings staggered over five days for campsites, cabins and yurts What

• Tuesday, April 9 at 7 a.m., reservations open for campsites at Birds Hill, Winnipeg Beach and Grand Beach campgrounds;

• Wednesday, April 10 at 7 a.m., reservations open for campsites in all campgrounds in W hiteshell Provincial Park including Betula Lake, Big W hiteshell Lake, Brereton Lake, Caddy Lake, Falcon Beach, Falcon Lakeshore, Nutimik Lake, Opapiskaw, Otter Falls, West Hawk Lake and White Lake;

• Thursday, April 11 at 7 a.m., reservations open for campsites in all northern and western campgrounds including Asessippi, Bakers Narrows, Clearwater Lake (Campers Cove and Pioneer Bay), Duck Mountain (Blue Lakes, Childs Lake and Wellman Lake), Manipogo, Rainbow Beach, Rivers, Paint Lake, Spruce Woods (Kiche Manitou), Turtle Mountain (Adam Lake), Wekusko Falls and William Lake; and

• Friday, April 12 at 7 a.m., reservations open for campsites in all remaining campground locations including Birch Point, Camp Morton, Hecla (Gull Harbour), Hnausa Beach, Lundar Beach, Moose Lake, Nopiming (Beresford Lake, Bird Lake,

Walk-in reservations and in-person payment arrangements can also be made at 1181 Portage Ave. in Winnipeg and will be available Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. beginning April 8 for the parks and facilities described above.

For more information on provincial parks, visit www.manitobaparks.com and follow Manitoba Parks on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter).

Annual park vehicle permits for 2024-25 are available for purchase online at www. manitobaelicensing.ca as well as at retail outlets or provincial park offices.

Manitoba Parks is also recruiting seasonal staff for the upcoming summer. Those looking for summer employment and career opportunities in provincial parks should visit www.manitobaparks.com frequently as more job opportunities are posted. Submitted Manitoba Government

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The Manitoba Anglers’ Guide 2024 is now available online and Manitobans can review new regulations on fishing that will take effect April 1, Economic Development, Investment, Trade and Natural Resources Minister Jamie Moses announced today.

“Our province is proud to be a leader in recreational fisheries management,” said Moses. “By following fishing regulations, you will help ensure our fisheries remain healthy so that you can enjoy many more years of angling adventures.”

Anglers are reminded to exercise caution when fishing on ice. Prior to fishing, anglers should check conditions to ensure a safe and enjoyable fishing experience.

All Manitobans are encouraged to do their part to help protect the province’s water bodies from aquatic invasive species (AIS) by ensuring all watercraft and water-related equipment are clean, drained, dried and if necessary, decontaminated after use in any water body in Manitoba.

Manitoba anglers are asked to follow all regulations.

Those fishing for walleye and sauger are reminded of the following fishing season:

• April 1 – southern division closed;

• May 1 – northwest and north central divisions closed;

• May 11 – southern fishing division (except Lake Win-

2024 Anglers’ Guide now available Enchanted Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas

nipeg) opens; and

• May 18 – Lake Winnipeg and the northwest and north central fishing divisions open.

Anglers must not target these species during closed times. Division maps can be found in the anglers’ guide.

Some areas are closed to all fishing during the spring including the Red River between the Lockport Dam and Lake Winnipeg, Dauphin Lake and its tributaries, excluding the Vermilion Reservoir, and the Assiniboine River downstream of the Portage Diversion to Provincial Road 240.

A delicious New Mexican enchilada that we had every year for our Christmas Eve dinner. Serve 2 to 3 enchiladas on a plate and surround with lettuce and tomatoes. Top with your choice of guacamole or sour cream or both.

Ingredients:

2 cups cubed cooked chicken

1 cup sour cream

1/8 tsp salt

1 pinch ground black pepper

1/2 cup vegetable oil for frying

12 corn tortillas

1 can chopped green chilies, drained

2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Directions:

1) Preheat an oven to 400 * F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Combine the chicken, sour cream, salt, and pepper in a bowl; set aside.

2) Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Dip the corn tortillas into the hot oil one at a time until softened, about 10 seconds each.

3) Spoon a heaping tablespoon of chicken mixture onto each tortilla, spread down the center and roll into a cylinder. Place seam side down into the prepared baking dish.

4) When all tortillas are filled and rolled, sprinkle the green chiles over all and top with the shredded Monterey Jack cheese.

5) Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese has melted and the enchiladas are hot, 12 to 15 mins.

2024 angling licences will be available for purchase online and at participating vendors starting April 1 and become valid on May 1. The 2023 annual angling licence is still valid until April 30. All anglers are required to obtain a Manitoba angling licence to fish in the province, unless exempt or fishing within a federal park.

For more information on fishing regulations refer to the Manitoba Anglers’ Guide 2024, available online at www.manitobafisheries.com or in stores where angling licences are sold.

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Oak River Colony School is seeking applications for a half-time teaching position, starting in September 2024, until June 2025. Position could be multi-year. We may be able to accommodate your strengths and your subject areas.

Although Oak River Colony School is a public institution in Rolling River School Division located near Oak River town, we are granted a certain autonomy by our division. In addition to following the Manitoba curriculum, the school promotes Christian values and the Hutterite communal culture.

Applicants should:

• Hold a valid Manitoba Permanent Professional Teaching Certificate.

• Have a strong grasp of EY educational psychology and classroom management strategies.

• Be prepared to teach in a low-enrollment, multiage classroom.

• Be competent with best practices in evaluation and assessment as outlined by MB education standards.

• Have a strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Be willing to learn about and be respectful of the Christian faith and Hutterian context. Please email and send resumes to jason@hbni.net. Or text/ call 204-868-5148.

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Wood’s historic performance leads to WHL Player of Week Honour

By Austin Draude Wenatchee Wild

WENATCHEE, Wash.

– It’s safe to say the Western Hockey League playoffs made a very good first impression for Wenatchee Wild fans Friday, March 29, at Town Toyota Center.

Down 5-2 in the second period, the Wild used a scorching stretch late in the stanza to eliminate the Kelowna Rockets’ three-goal lead on the way to an unforgettable 8-6 victory in the opening game of the teams’ best-of-seven Western Conference quarterfinal series. Four of Wenatchee’s first six goals came on the power play, but the star of the night was Wenatchee forward Briley Wood, with a historic four-goal, six-point showing.

Kelowna got out to a strong start, with Tij Iginla’s goal from the right-wing circle banking off of a defender and past Daniel Hauser just 1:07 into the game for a 1-0 Rockets lead. The Wild nearly killed off a five-minute penalty in the opening period, but Max Graham snapped home a shot with 8:18 left on the clock and 13 seconds remaining on the power play to make it a 2-0 game.

Wood got involved from there, banging in a back-side rebound off Miles Cooper’s initial one-timer and cutting the lead to 2-1 at 12:56. The Rockets added goals from Gabriel Szturc at 17:03 and another from Iginla 12 seconds later to carry a 4-1 lead to the locker room.

Evan Friesen added some life to the Wild offense 20 seconds out of the intermission by flicking the puck into the net from the goal line, but Iginla picked up his third goal with a one-timer on another

Wood’s six-point night cracks history books as wild score comeback win Friday, March 29, 8-6.

Kelowna power play at 6:18. Wood’s second goal came on a shot low in the left circle with 6:12 left in the period, trimming the deficit to 5-3, and Karter Prosofsky and Graham Sward posted goals 24 seconds apart on a fourminute slew-footing call against Carter Kowalyk, erasing what remained of the Kelowna lead.

The Rockets briefly got the lead back on a top-shelf rope from Marek Rocak with 57.6 seconds to play in the period, but a backdoor tap-in for Wood on a pass from Kenta Isogai finished his hat trick with 11.1 seconds left, sending the teams to the dressing rooms tied at 6-6. Wood posted a fourth goal with a redirect in front of the Kelowna net with 12:54 remaining, and Isogai notched his only goal of the night by tracking

down a loose puck and swatting it into the empty Kelowna cage with two seconds showing on the clock.

“We were talking as a staff quickly after the game, and I’ve never been a part of an 8-6 playoff game, ever, let alone the other two coaches,” said assistant coach Andrew Sarauer. “That’s a new one for us – at the end of the day, it’s a win and we’ll take it. It says a lot about our locker room and the guys in there right now. Getting down 4-1 in the first period of game one of the playoffs at home is not the start we wanted. It’s a neversay-die attitude, and full credit to them – they never stopped playing.”

In addition to Wood’s six-point feat, Isogai wrapped up the night with a goal and three assists, one of six multi-

point postings for the Wild. Iginla’s hat trick highlighted the effort for the Rockets, while Jari Kykkanen took the loss behind 29 saves. Hauser stopped 29 of 35 Kelowna shots to earn his first postseason win with the Wild and 22nd in his WHL career. In all, the Wild closed the night with a 4-for-5 mark on the power play, while the Rockets went 2-for-6. Wood’s six-point night tied a playoff record for the organization – his four-goal output was the first for a WHL player in the postseason since

2017, and the first in the Wild/ICE organization since Max Reinhart’s five-goal bonanza on April 27, 2011. The team made some history, too, with the three-goal comeback for a victory tying the franchise mark for postseason play. The four-goal effort on the power play came within a goal of tying the team’s playoff record, set in a first-round game against the Red Deer Rebels in 2000 and tied in a firstround matchup with the Calgary Hitmen in 2014.

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Rapid City’s Stanick capping off a storied career

By Perry Bergson

As one happy chapter of Sloan Stanick’s life enters its final phase, the Prince Albert Raiders forward already knows what his future memories will look like.

The fifth-year player in the Western Hockey League, who hails from Rapid City, doubts he’ll be thinking about what took place on the ice.

“I believe every day is a special day in junior hockey,” Stanick said. “It’s not exactly on the ice but in the locker room with the guys, the laughs, the pranks, going out to eat, the meals, just playing cards with the guys on the bus. Those are the memories that will last a lifetime.”

Stanick, 20, was originally chosen 145th overall in 2018 by the Everett Silvertips, but was acquired by the Regina Pats, along with a pair of draft picks, for forward Robbie Holmes on Jan. 10, 2019.

On Oct. 12, 2021, Stanick was traded again, this time to Prince Albert for defenseman Adam McNutt, who spent his over age year with the Flin Flon Bombers of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League after being released by the Swift Current Broncos.

Stanick, meanwhile, is leading the Raiders in scoring with 81 points on 30 goals and 51 assists, one goal off his career high of 31. The six-footone, 187-pound forward said there’s been a natural progression in his game for a lot of reasons.

“I believe it starts in the off-season trying to get bigger and stronger, and training as hard as I can every day,” Stanick said. “Coming in each year, you get a little more confidence and get a bigger role and just want to take advantage of it. This has definitely been my best year so far, and it feels good leaving the league by leaving a good mark on the organization and just

Prince Albert Raiders forward Sloan Stanick of Rapid City, who showed steady growth during his five-year career in the Western Hockey League, has enjoyed a breakout final season with 81 points in 65 games. He is shown during his final game against the Brandon Wheat Kings at Westoba Place.

playing my best hockey in my last year.

“We’ll see where it goes from there.”

Raiders head coach Jeff Truitt certainly appreciates the effort put forth by his alternate captain. He said Stanick has grown and grown during his time in the league.

“When we first got him, you could see the skill for sure, then he got settled in,” Truitt said. “Last year he really came alive. He was a 30-plus goal scorer and realized he could be an impact guy and just took off. This year, he’s not only been that guy but a tremendous leader for us.

“It’s been a progression that’s been a pleasure to be around … He’s been super for us. He’s a great kid to talk to, he’s a great kid to reason with and takes a lot of things with pride. He knows who he is, that he’s a goal scorer and has to produce, and

he certainly has.”

A piece of that growth for both coach and player was leadership. As a five-year WHL veteran, more was expected from Stanick, and he delivered.

“His leadership has really blossomed this year,” Truitt said. “He’s taken it to a whole new level. He’s leading in the dressing room, he’s leading on the ice, he’s leading in our practice time. He’s really been a key part of our team.”

That’s not an accident. The former Yellowhead Chiefs star embraced the role before he even returned to Prince Albert last August.

“It’s definitely something I looked forward to in the off-season, coming in and being the guy who the younger guys look up to and someone who can have advice and pointers and how they handle themselves on and off the ice,” Stanick said. “I think

I’m a big leader and a big voice in the room and I just try to do my best on and off the ice and lead by example.”

Stanick chuckles when asked if he’s now the old guy in the dressing

room telling the stories he heard as a 16-year-old rookie in Regina.

“There were always those 19- and 20-year-olds who said ‘Man, it flies by,’”

Stanick said. “You kind of shake your head and agree with them but you don’t really know until you’re 19 and 20 and it’s ‘Holy smokes, I remember being 16 years old.’

“There’s definitely those guys who bring it up and it’s definitely real.”

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By Metro Creative

Study skills are integral to academic success. Such abilities help students learn more efficiently and effectively, which can lead to better grades on assignments and tests. Developing strong study habits can prepare students for future success in life, as dedication to studying can be mirrored in habits related to job performance.

The desire to study is one component of being involved in the task. However, setting up an environment conducive to studying is another part of this important equation. Students looking to study longer and better may want to re-evaluate study environments at home. Here are some ways to implement positive changes.

· Isolate from interruptions. The first step to setting up a study location is to pick a spot away from the hustle and bustle of the household. While a separate room or home office can be helpful, an out-of-the way nook or similar spot can be just as effective. By dedicating a study spot, you can train your brain to recognize this is a study area and you may immediately become more focused.

· Keep only pertinent materials nearby. It may be tempting to check your phone or watch videos or television if those devices are close to the study area. Make it stark and outfitted with only what’s necessary for the study session.

· Focus on good lighting. To avoid eye strain and avoid difficulty focusing, make sure the study area has adequate lighting. Lighting behind you will help illuminate the pages of textbooks and additional reading materials. Avoid using computers in dimly lit rooms,

as that may aggravate eye strain.

· Aim for ergonomics and comfort. You’ll want to be comfortable while studying, but not so much that you’re falling asleep. Choose a chair that is supportive and keeps you seated in a neutral position.

· Store supplies nearby. Having to constantly get up and grab supplies increases the risk of distractions adversely affecting your study time. A zippered pouch or a tote bag that contains all of your study materials can be kept within reach.

· Keep a clock in view. A clock should not deter you

from studying. Setting deadlines and time constraints on study time can encourage focus. Break down study sessions into chunks of time that are manageable to you.

· Utilize noise effectively. Some people need absolute quiet to study. Others appreciate some white noise or music to sharpen their focus. Identify what works for you and incorporate that into your study area. A fan or a running air purifier can produce enough white noise to drown out distractions.

Establishing a study area at home can help students improve their academic performance.

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