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Fiddle me this . . . The Saskatoon Fiddle Orchestra came to the Biggar Majestic Theatre, Sunday for a touch of the traditional. The not-forprofit musicians delighted the Biggar audience with their whimsical and folksy stylings - all profits went to the Theatre. (Independent Photo

by Kevin Brautigam)

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2016

St. Gabriel Junior Boys Saints held their annual tournament, Saturday, hosting teams from BCS 2000, Kindersley and Davidson.

Intense action on the court had the Black and Gold coming up winners in their first contest (pictured) versus BCS Blazers, a 60-34 victory. It came slightly unglued with close losses versus Davidson (39-35) and Kindersley (44-42). The Saints were using the tourney as a tune-up for upcoming Sectional playoffs next week.

(Independent Photos by Kevin Brautigam)

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Recognize that special Mom this May at annual tea Mom’s are the glue that keeps a family together; the centre from which all good things originate.

Prairie Branches Enterprises is once again looking for nominations for their annual fund raiser to be held at the Biggar Community Hall, Tuesday, May 3. As in the past, this is not a competition - all Mothers will be recognized, all honoured.

If you think your Mom is the best, or you know of a special woman in your life, you have until April 20 to nominate her for Prairie Branches annual gala.

The Mother of the Year Tea, to be held at the Community Hall, brings together women who may be nominated from their respective communities - not necessarily mothers - all to raise

needed funds for the Prairie Branches. It not only is a chance to treat those special women, but a great chance to treat yourself to an afternoon of pampering, good company, and entertainment.

Nominations for Biggar and area Mother of the Year are currently being sought.

If you know someone

who deserves a bit of pampering, send in a small explanation about 150 to 250 words - to the Prairie Branches Enterprises, Box 1690, or to The Biggar Independent, Box 40. Deadline for nominations is noon, April 20.

Those special ladies will be honoured at the Community Hall at 2 p.m. on May 3.

Biggar Town Council Minute highlights The regular meeting of Biggar Town Council was held January 5, at 7:15 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Attending the meeting were Mayor Ray Sadler, Aldermen Ron Arnold, Jim Besse, Alan Boyle, Penny McCallum, Eugene Motruk, and Kirk Sherbino.

Council resolved that this meeting be recessed at 8 p.m. for the purpose of conducting a public hearing to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw No. 15-766 being an amendment to the Zoning Bylaw No. 01-632. As no verbal or written comments were received, Mayor Sadler reconvened the meeting at 8:04 p.m.

Council resolved that Bylaw No. 15-766 being a bylaw to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 01-632, be read three times and adopted.

Council resolved that the Fire Chief Gerry

Besse and Deputy Fire Chief Kelly Dorosh and their spouses be approved to attend the SAFC conference in North Battleford on April 13-17 with all expenses paid.

Council resolved that the General Accounts Paid in the amount of $238,947.89 and the General Accounts Payable in the amount of $76,104.46, be approved.

Council resolved that the following list of Committees of Council be made for 2016: General Government Services - Chair: Penny McCallum; Members: Ron Arnold, Alan Boyle.

Union Bargaining/ Union Grievance Chair: Ron Arnold; Eugene Motruk, Penny McCallum.

Protective Services - Chair: Jim Besse; Penny McCallum, Kirk Sherbino.

Transportation Services/Water and

Sewer Utility Services Chair: Eugene Motruk; Penny McCallum, Alan Boyle.

Environmental, Recycling, Waste Management/Public Health and Welfare Services - Chair: Eugene Motruk; Jim Besse, Kirk Sherbino, Ron Arnold.

Recreation and Cultural Services Chair: Kirk Sherbino; Jim Besse, Alan Boyle.

Planning and Economic Development Services Chair: Alan Boyle; Ron Arnold, Kirk Sherbino.

Special Projects Committee of Council Chair: Eugene Motruk; Jim Besse, Ron Arnold (The Mayor shall ex officio be a member of all committees).

Deputy Mayors November/December: Ron Arnold; January/ February: Alan Boyle; March/April: Kirk Sherbino; May/June: Jim Besse; July/August: Eugene Motruk; September/October:

Penny McCallum.

Council also resolved that the following list of Other Committee Appointments be made for the year 2016: Wheatland Regional Library Board: Ron Arnold, Penny McCallum; Biggar Library Board: Ron Arnold, Penny McCallum; Biggar Regional Park Board: Jim Besse, Eugene Motruk; West Central Municipal Government: Ray Sadler; Biggar Housing Authority: Ray Sadler; Bear Hills District Planning Committee: Ron Arnold, Alan Boyle; Biggar Rural District Fire Association: Jim Besse, Penny McCallum, Kirk Sherbino.

The following appointments were also made for 2016: Solicitor: Peszko and Watson.

Treasurer: Barb Barteski.

Assessor: Marty Baroni.

McMaster rocks Majestic . . . Luke McMaster took to the Majestic Theatre stage, Tuesday for the fifth show of the Biggar and District Arts Council concert series. McMaster put the crowd in the mood with his unique tunes, old classics and newly released music.

(Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Development Officer: Marty Baroni.

Building Officials: MuniCode Services Ltd. (Wayne Meier, Clayton Meier, Ryan Thiessen, Travis Elkin, Darrell Saby).

A u d i t o r s : Pricewaterhouse Coopers.

EMO Coordinator: Erin Poitras; Deputy EMO Coordinator: Jim Besse.

Fire Chief: Gerry Besse; Deputy Fire Chief: Kelly

Dorosh.

Secretary Board of Revision: Doug Arthur.

Pest Control Officer: John Hammond.

Development Appeals Board: Blair Slowski, Ross Holt, Bill Fisher.

Board of Revision: Marguerite Wapple, Blair Slowski, Ross Holt, Bill Fisher, Rick Garchinski.

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Points Machine . . . Biggar Nat sniper, Trevor Bailey sits on the Unity Miner doorstep waiting for a pass, Saturday evening during the opening game of the Sask West Hockey League playoff tilt. Bailey

accounted for seven goals - four in the first and three in the second - to push the Nats to a 11-6 Game One win. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2016

Clear, sunny skies . . . what more could you ask for?

The Doomsday Clock is standing still. It will remain set at three minutes to midnight due to climate change and nuclear proliferation.

Sounds ominous.

It’s not an actual clock but rather a symbolism, representing possible global catastrophe as perceived by Chicago Atomic Scientists and its governing board. The closer the scientists set the clock to midnight the closer this group believes the world is to global disaster. Today the group includes physicists and environmental scientists.

It was first set in 1947, when the scientists published a series of newsletters after the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The original intention was to reflect basic changes in the level of danger due to nuclear usage but in 2007 it has also reflected climate change.

Hence, the clock setting to three minutes to midnight. Earlier this week the group announced this is not “good news.” Their reasons for not changing the clock were the race for nuclear arms, climate change, growing cyber threats and the uptake in terrorist attacks.

This sounds like science fiction and nothing more than an attempt to “scare” people. For those who live in rural communities climate change is not a factor. We can step outside our door and breathe in fresh air.

The sky is clear (no smog) and the stars can be seen in the night sky.

We are enjoying one of the best winters in a long while. Not related at all to climate change, rather just a cycle, because next year the winter will probably return to normal. It’s hard to convince Prairie people of global warming when the temperatures are still reaching -40 with a windchill. That’s darn cold -- no warmth there.

Our many lakes are clear and not polluted. The fish we catch from those waters are edible. We can safely swim in them.

Overall, we live in a pretty good part of the world. And, we are responsible and respectful towards our environment. Anyone who says otherwise just doesn’t know us.

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An infrastructure plan can boost our economy — if we get it right Daniel Muzyka, President and Chief Executive Officer Glen Hodgson, Senior Vice-President and Chief Economist Forecasting and Analysis The crescendo of dialogue around the need to spend more on infrastructure continues to build. It’s clear that Canada has a profound infrastructure deficit—particularly for urban and transportation infrastructure. In addition, the wobbly economic situation has led to increasing demands for federal and selective provincial fiscal stimulus, most appropriately in the form of investments in education and skills development, and infrastructure.

The Canadian economy could use a nudge from fiscal stimulus in the short term, but there’s also a longterm need to boost innovation and productivity—both of which are areas of chronic underperformance.

As we shift toward a deeper commitment to infrastructure investment, the Conference Board

believes decision-making should be based on past Canadian and global best practice to ensure Canadian governments set the right infrastructure investment priorities that provide the highest possible economic return.

There are a number of considerations. There is clearly a political dimension, since the ultimate success of government investment aimed at improving immediate and long-term economic performance can be undermined by short-term political interests.

Around the world, public investment programs have resulted in “bridges to nowhere”, and some educational investments have yielded neither appropriate skills development, nor appropriate innovations.

While it’s easy to say and hard to do, possible political advantage should not be the driver for public infrastructure projects.

Transparency, open consultation and independent review of funding and

businesses have complained about major labour market mismatches between the skills being developed and those required. Matching the supply of skills to what the market is demanding should be key when assessing possible human capital investments.

Similarly, while public investment in basic research is required, one of our largest issues in innovation is moving from original “discovery” research toward the commercialization of these discoveries for economic and social benefits.

Finally, while there may be a short-term economic gain from appropriate investments in the current economic circumstances, these projects are going to be funded through deficit spending. Ultimately, the bonds issued to fund these fiscal deficits will need to be serviced and repaid. The added public debt burden associated with fiscal stimulus, and related investment in infrastructure and human capital, simply reinforces the importance of setting priorities based on the expected positive economic impact.

The road ahead on public investment in infrastructure and education won’t be easy—nor should it be, if we’re to realize benefits as an economy and society. Successful public “investments” in the economy, rather than just “expenditures,” will require significant rigour in selecting and implementing projects and areas for public funding.

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investment are needed.

Next, any proposed public investment opportunity should clearly address not only immediate needs, but the longer-term social and economic impact. “Shovel ready” projects to help governments step up their infrastructure investment are not always the best projects to undertake.

The federal government should be examining the planning context that led to specific proposed projects against the reason a given project is being prioritized. What problem or opportunity is being addressed?

Will it yield an economic return to justify the public expenditure? The ostensible reason for proceeding with this round of stimulus funding is economic, so let’s ensure there is a well-defined economic justification for each element.

Moreover, there could be larger economic benefits from a welldesigned set or portfolio of public investment projects, compared to the alternatives. For instance, is there a potential to invest in innovation and skills development that will generate a bigger economic impact from infrastructure investment?

Would two public transportation projects yield a more significant impact if they’re undertaken together in a coordinated way?

Similar focus could also be applied in educational and innovation funding to ensure we are addressing societal and economic “needs” rather than “wants”. Over the last decade,

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2016

February 2. Groundhog Day. The day when people crowd anxiously around waiting to see what the lowly groundhog will do when he emerges from his house.

Depending on his reaction it will determine the end of winter.

The groundhog tradition has been part of our weather predictions for years but the release of a 1993 film called Groundhog Day

perhaps served to highlight the event. Not one of Bill Murray’s better movies, it was filmed in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania -- the home of the famous groundhog. After the film was released there were more than 35,00 visitors to Jefferson County on the day -- five times more than the population of the town of 6,700.

The Punxsutawney

event originally began in 1886. The newspaper, the Punxsutawney Spirit, declared “Today is groundhog day and up to the time of going to press the beast has not seen its shadow.”

The editor also gave the groundhog a number of monikers from Punxsutawney Phil, Seer of Seers, Sage of Sages, Prognosticator of Prognosticators and Weather Prophet Extraordinary.

New Horizons Activities Monday Kaiser for January 25 were as follows: first – Geoff Cooke, 227; second – Joanne Kral, 185; third – Don Swyryda, 183; fourth – Grant Gamble, 155. The high scoring game was Reg Turner

with 78 points.

It was a bit quieter this past week with the icy weather and the seniors off to Moose Jaw, but Joanne went to Saskatoon and came back with a delightful bit of Scottish fabric and

other intriguing items for the Taste of Scotland on Feb. 6. The thistles in a vase adorning my desk are absolutely incredible! We hope you have your ticket!

Have a good week.

Biggar Lodge News

by Karen Kammer, Recreation Coordinator Warm winter greetings to everyone, I hope you are all doing well today.

This week at Biggar Health Centre we had exercises and Jeopardy.

Tuesday morning was Current Events. In the afternoon we played a new game called the Price is Right. I gathered different grocery items to hear how a box of cookies can be $4, and a 4L jug of milk is $7. The

residents thought the game was pretty neat.

Wednesday morning was bowling.

The winning resident had 23 points. At 2:30 everyone gathered into the activity room for ice cream sundaes. Thursday was Bible Study, exercises and Bingo.

Friday morning was Breakfast Club down Skyview.

Pancakes, eggs and sausages were the favourite things down there. At 10:30 Pastor

Mark and friends stopped by for Bible Study. We had shuffleboard in the afternoon.

Saturday and Sunday were quieter days. It was 1-1 time with the staff, colouring pictures for Valentine’s Day and folding towels.

The Perdue United Church did worship for the week.

Thank you for reading today. Have a wonderful week.

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He also coined the town as the Weather Capital of the World. The event grew over the years and the whole day became a celebration.

In Canada we have our own groundhog celebrities. Wiarton Willie in Ontario and Shubenacadie Sam in Nova Scotia make their own predictions. Sometimes they agree, sometimes they do not.

Again, celebrations are held in both communities -- festivals, contests, parades, pancake breakfasts. And crowds gather, including media, to watch the famous groundhogs do their thing. In fact, the festivities in Wiarton’s town is one of the largest winters festivals in Bruce Country.

Of course, the legend says: if the groundhog sees its shadow on February 2 it will return to its burrow indicating there will be six more weeks of winter. If it does not see its shadow, then spring is on the way.

February 2 is also a German holiday known as Candlemas Day. It was held at the midpoint between the winter solstice and spring equinox. The superstition was that if the weather was fair, the second half of winter

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 5 would be stormy and 7:25 a.m. this 15 pound cold. At this time clergy groundhog is pulled out in Europe would bless of his home to make his candles and distribute prediction. Sure he is them to people in the awakened at such an darkness of winter who early hour one day of placed a lighted candle the year; the other days in the window of the of the year he lives in a home. For these Euroclimate controlled home peans if the sun came at the Punxsutawney out on the 2nd, which Library feasting on dog was halfway between food and ice cream. winter and spring, You just gotta love the then it meant six more name Punxsutawney! weeks of wintry weather.

If Candlemas be fair and bright, Winter has another flight.

If Candlemas brings clouds and rain, Winter will not come again.

Punxsutawney Phil is placed on Gobblers Knob (a wooded hill in the town - with a great view) in a heated burrow underneath a tree stump on stage. At

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by Bob Mason

“High Five” Yours Truly (Y.T.) isn’t up on a lot of the modern greeting moves made on the street today.

Mebbe it is our parents’ fault, and mebbe it was just an old fashioned custom that changes with time, (I dunno!), but from way, way back our family was known as the “Kissing Masons.”

Whenever they met even our (uhg!) maiden aunts would put a big slimy kiss our our young cheeks, and (uhg, again!) our bachelor uncles kissed all the women present – great or small!

This family habit was accepted by all Masons over the years, but fell out of style when one of our oldsters unknowingly traded upper plates with his sister-in-law!

One of our less attrac-

tive aunts always wore a huge blob of lipstick so she could tell who all she had kissed before!

Over time our family greetings have changed quite a lot though!

Whereas at one time we addressed our elders as “Grandpa” or “Grandma” our younger generation slaps us on the back and says “How are you, you old beggar?”, or worse!

Whereas, at one time it wasn’t odd to see someone wearing a hat that said “Mom” or “Dad”, now we see hats that say “Old Fart!” or (you guessed it!) one that say “Old Fart’s Wife!”

Oh, times have changed alright!

When we were young men and some girl gave us a slap on the hand, we always felt that we had

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done something wrong!

Now, when they slap us on the hand as they walk by often we begin to wonder!

As a matter of fact, to try and explain our confusion of things, Yours Truly met his Member of Parliament who reached out to shake hands with him! In an effort to show her some of is modern know-how, he slapped her hand with an enthusiastic “High-Five” - just as a P.R. camera flashed ...

Then there was my “farout” friend of the past, Wilf Day, whose ultimate greeting goal seemed to be leaping into the air from a diving board, and in mid-air giving a codiver a “high-five” just as they splashed into the pool. Some guys are always setting a new greeting style, eh?

Yours Truly is getting kind of old. Mebbe not “kinda”, but old, eh? And a lot of these greetings are mebbe a bit passe, but if you “meet” him on the “street” (pretty poetic, eh?) just say “Hello!”

I’m darn sure he’ll know what you mean!

I suppose that in order to fill in a few more lines of this column, a fellow had better tell about a greeting incident that happened the other day!

It was a kind of mistake, in a way, but a good mistake, for it made Y.T. think of a thing that happened long ago . . .

Mebbe a fellow shouldn’t retell these things as much as Y.T. does, but darn-it-all, we did take our school lessons over and over and still didn’t learn very much! Besides that, this thing really impressed me – and I’m going to tell you about it anyway!

A couple of young

men were standing there, waiting for their turn to bowl when Y.T. walked up. Both of them reached up to give me a “high-five” as I passed and when Y.T. reached up to return their salute we all ended up holding our hands in a kind of clasp over our heads!

So there we stood, all smiling at each other and possibly a bit embarrassed.

I’m not sure how they felt, but Y.T.’s mind drifted back over a lot of years . . .

We were moving into Veen, under a “creeping barage”, when all of a sudden we saw this row of men lying there. Y.T. even yelled at some of them, but he never got a reply . . .

The barage ahead of us was moving on, and things were getting pretty hot, so we moved on.

Those 12 men, lying there in a neat row, all facing toward Veen, were all that was left on that small field, of “B” Company. All the men who weren’t killed were wounded or taken prisoner. Many years later Lieutenant Herb

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2016 Maxwell, who was both pany Commander: “I went back to that spot wounded and taken prismany years later. What a oner, reported: “We didn’t have a change. The cottages, the chance; Lieutenant Stew- small brook, the peaceard was badly wounded ful countryside – what a but refused any mor- waste of life had taken phine before he died – place there!”

A short while later, men seemed to care . . .”

Pte McPherson, 11 Pla- after our Regiment had toon, B Company, report- moved into Veen and the German rearguard ed: “Sgt. Smith, ‘Smitty’ (which had shot up and said ‘Well boys, I guess captured “B” Company!) we gotta go!’ He didn’t just gave up and became get 10 yards before he our prisoners.

The fellow writing this was full of bullet holes. I covered a few of them but short piece, escorted them back to TAC HQ, it was no use!”

Private Buinacome, and they were the friendof No. 10 Platoon, was liest fellows one ever interviewed after he met! Critics are bound to exclaim “What did you came back: “When the German expect of them anyway?”, medics came, we all but we like to believe we hugged each other and are all the same.

So, there we stood, shook hands and traded cigarettes. It was like a mebbe a little embarfootball game after it was rassed that our hands over – they won and we high over our heads were in friendship. lost . . .”

Wouldn’t it be someCaptain Claude Bisul wrote in the history thing if the whole world would “high five” each book: “Colonel Wigle was a other?

Wouldn’t it have been tortured man and told me, ‘Claude, I’ve made something if those men a terrible mistake!’ just at Veen had rushed out before he fell over . . . and to “high five” each other? slept!”

Captain Perry “B” Com-

NCCP introduces “Beauty” leads

Beauty: Michaela McBee Michaela started out as a child in Missoula Children’s Theather and took private singing lessons from the age of five.

Michaela can vaguely remember costume

changes and back stage chaos at “The Pied Piper” and she knew that she was hooked. Michaela joined the NCCP in 1997 with the production of “Annie” in the roll of Molly. If she thought she was hooked before, she was completely reeled in during this musical!

Since Annie Michaela has been in seven other NCCP productions including the leading role of Laurie in Oklahoma.

She was also in a high school production of “SNOOPY!!” as Peppermint Patty, and has always loved the excitement behind the curtains of a production and the lasting friendships made there.

Michaela is truly honoured and slightly terrified to tackle the role of Belle this year.

At the exact same time she is excited to work with this amazing group of professionals and pumped to see her absolute favourite Disney musical come to life.

Enjoy!

The Beast: Terry Epp Terry Epp, who plays the role of the Beast, is very pleased to be returning to the stage with old and new friends this year in the NCCP production of “Beauty and the Beast”.

Terry has been a teacher

for over 20 years and currently works for Sun West School Division as a technology coach working with schools in the east side of the division.

Terry got his start performing with the NCCP in “The Wizard of Oz” and was hooked.

He went on to have lead roles in “Arsenic and Old Lace”, “The Wiz”, “Family Affair”, “Lucky Stiff”, “Oklahoma” and “Godspell” to name a few.

He was also fortunate to have the role of Tony in “The Pull of the Land”, “Pull of the Land – the Sequel” and “Sagebrush” with Sky High Productions in Harris.

Terry is grateful for the opportunity to act and sing once again.

He would like to thank the wonderful directors, Christien Barber and Peggy L’Hoir for their vision and patience as well as the many others who work tirelessly behind the scenes to make this production a success.

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2016

February is here, and with the Game Day coming up but only two weekends from now what better time is there than now to learn the ins and outs of one of the new Oath of the Gatewatch mechanics: Support!

Support is a mechanic that is always written out as “Support N”, where you get to place a +1/+1 counter on each of up to N creatures.

Now readers who have been around for the Fate Reforged mechanics might notice that Support lives in a similar design space to Bolster.

While both mechanics involve permanently increasing the size of your creatures, there are several differences in how they work.

Targeting restrictions:

Whereas Bolster is limited to placing counters on the creature with the least toughness among the ones you control, Support allows you to spread the counters around onto almost any creatures you want. That is not to say that Support is not without its own restrictions.

If your Support value is greater than the number creatures you have in play, you don’t get to double dip and stack extra counters onto a single creature. Further more, if the source of the Support is an enter the battlefield trigger on a creature (as is frequently the case with this mechanic), that creature cannot Support itself. So if you were to have five

creatures in play, and you played Gladehart Cavalry, the Support 6 it does would not be able to increase its own power and toughness.

Nothing prevents you from placing that sixth counter on an opponent’s creature, though, so be sure to keep an eye out for corner cases where that might be applicable.

Support rewards you for going wide, so when building a deck around such a concept having either lots of cheap creatures or cards that produce tokens (or in the case of this month’s deck, both!) to make sure that you are never wasting the counters being provided to you.

In most cases you are only looking at Support 2 or 3, which is relatively easy to satisfy, but be mindful that effects like the above mentioned

Gladehart Cavalry are also at your dispossal.

The Elven Alliance Creatures: 4x Beastcaller Savant (1G), 4x Dwynen’s Elite (1G), 4x Leaf Gilder (1G), 4x Sylvan Advocate (1G), 3x Joraga Auxiliary (1WG), 2x Dwynen, Gilt-Leaf Daen (2GG), 3x Grovetender Druids (2WG), 3x Saddleback Lagac (3G), 3x Tajuru Warcaller (3GG), 3x Gladehard Cavalry (5GG).

Spells: 2x Captain’s Claws (2), 3x Shoulder to Shoulder (2W), 3x Retreat to Emeria (3W), 3x Nissa’s Judgement (4G).

Planeswalkers: Nissa, Voice of Zendikar (1GG).

Lands: 4x Blossoming Sands, 4x Evolving Wilds, 12x Forest, 4x

Plains.

With close to half of the deck living at or below converted mana cost 3, you are able to rapidly populate your side of the board. Combined with the token generation present in this deck, it becomes very resilient to spot removal, which typically can only deal with one or two creatures at a time. At the same time though, going wide like this makes the deck exceptionally vulnerable to board wipers such as Kozilek’s Return, Dune Blast, Flaying Tendrils.

Should effects like this be a major concern for you, consider working some colourless mana sources into the deck to enable a few Vile Redeemers to be brought in from your sideboard for games two

NOMINATION OF DIRECTORS

Report from the Legislature

by Randy Weekes, MLA, Biggar (27 January, 2015) Saskatchewan well positioned to meet economic challenges

A global slowdown in the resource sector has presented Canada with economic challenges; challenges Saskatchewan is well positioned to manage.

Despite a downturn, a diversified Saskatchewan economy continues to attract people, investment and job growth.

That’s a big difference from a decade ago when a slowdown would have meant less investment, fewer jobs and a declining population.

Saskatchewan’s economy continued to create jobs in 2015. There were 2,800 more people working in Saskatchewan in 2015 compared to 2014.

In contrast, Alberta lost nearly 20,000 jobs in 2014.

Since the Saskatchewan Party was elected in 2007, Saskatchewan has had the second-best rate of job creation in Canada. From 2000 to 2007 under the NDP, Saskatchewan had the worst job creation record in the country.

There’s an important distinction between the government’s finances and the economy.

While the government is experiencing a revenue shortfall due to the impact of the price of oil on Saskatchewan’s economy, our economy and province remains resilient. The last thing

our economy needs right now are higher costs on those trying to retain jobs or create new ones.

We need to ensure we are retaining any advantages we can offer to those who are trying to keep people employed and create new jobs.

In the past, in response to an economic downturn the government stopped investing. The previous government cut services, closed hospitals and schools, hiked taxes and caused the economy to slow down even further.

We won’t do that.

Our government continues to invest in needed programs and services, and critical infrastructure projects to keep our province moving forward and our economy strong.

While we are facing short-term challenges, our government remains focused on long-term growth and prosperity for all Saskatchewan people.

We know there is more work to be done.

The further diversification of our economy remains a priority. We continue to seek new trade opportunities across Canada and around the world to help get our products to market.

In order to meet the revenue challenges, there are a number of choices that governments can make. We can make a choice to keep building and moving forward, or stop investing. Our gov-

ernment is choosing to move forward and keep Saskatchewan strong.

As we move toward the upcoming election, we will clearly outline our direction so Saskatchewan people have a clear choice. We will present our plans for the shortterm and the long-term growth of Saskatchewan.

Our government’s track record of managing the province’s finances is strong.

There is no doubt that today we face some challenges.

However, on balance, compared not only to the history of our province but also to the rest of Canada, our economy, and our people remain strong, resilient and focussed on the future.

We are not looking backward to the old NDP. If you have a question about this Legislative report or any other matter, just contact Randy.

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High on the hoof with exotic bovine

by Calvin Daniels

The cattle sector has always been one willing to change and adapt, at least since I was a youngster and paid attention to such things.

In my case, while not in the cattle business, I did attend many livestock shows from the time I was old enough to carry a show cane until the present day when I still attend a few in my role as a reporter.

What that means is I grew up through the ‘exotic’ breeds invasion which forever changed the cattle sector.

The arrival of Charolais were the first I recall.

The big white cattle being dramatically different from the existing British breeds in Canada; Hereford, Aberdeen Angus and Shorthorn.

British breeds were just emerging from an era of belt buckle-tall cattle. I can remember pictures of champion animals that barely came to the waists of the showmen in the late 1950s and into the ‘60s. They were cattle suited to an era that was gone.

There was a recognition cattle should be bigger, and exotic breeds such as Charolais arrived to ‘grow’ cattle.

The early arrivals caught attention and the stage was set for a long list of breed arrivals; Simmental, Limousin, Maine Anjou, Saler, Chianina, Meuse-RhineIssel, and Pinzgauer among many.

Each year a new breed seemed to be the buzz at shows such as Canadian Western Agribition.

I recall one year stickers all over the barn are with “Chianina Can”, even before the breed arrived in the scene.

Some of the breeds on

the list above may not seem familiar that is because while in general exotics caught on and changed the sector, not all breeds found favour, some arriving with a moderate splash and disappearing quite quickly.

While the exotic influence was dramatic, it is not the only development which has had its effect on cattle.

Efforts through the years have also been placed on creating what are in their simplest terms traceable hybrids, with some becoming ‘official breeds’.

The Hays Converter is a breed of cattle native specifically to Alberta, Canada. Named for Harry Hays, the agriculturalist and politician who developed the breed, it was the first pure breed of cattle created in Canada. Work on breeding the Hays Converter began in 1959, and it was offi-

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cially recognized by the Canadian beef industry under the Canada Livestock Pedigree Act in December of 1975. Senator Hays wished to create a cattle breed that would be based solely on production, and as such would mature to market weight as fast as possible, detailed Wikipedia.

“Hays chose three particular breeds of cattle in order to achieve the optimal breed of cattle.

He achieved this by combination crosses of Holstein cattle on Hereford cattle and Brown Swiss cattle . . .

“Once the crosses began, Hays selected for the traits he wanted, and any offspring that did not make the cut in one way or another would have their tails docked and were shipped off to a processing plant. Once all desired traits were achieved in the offspring, the breed was closed off to mating with any outside breeds. By the time the breed achieved pedigree status in 1975, it had achieved all of the traits Hays had hoped it would. These traits included high growth rate, sturdy build, good carcass quality, easy calving and excellent milk production.”

Bringing different breeds together to create a new one is not new.

It was the way Lacombe pigs were developed in Canada, as well as Canadian and Rideau Arcott and Outaouais Arcott sheep.

And again in terms of cattle “The Canadian Speckle Park is a breed of cattle native to the Canadian province of Saskatchewan. It is one of only a few beef cattle breeds developed in Canada. The latter half of the breed’s name derives from the characteristic white, black and grey spots and patches of colour that it’s known for,” noted Wikipedia.

“The Canadian Speckle Park is one of the newest cattle breeds, having been officially recognized by the Canadian government in 2006. A breed association was formed in 1985, and exports of Canadian Speckle Park to the U.S. and Australia have occurred.

“Work on breeding the Canadian Speckle Park began in the 1950s with the crossing of a roan Shorthorn heifer to a Black Angus bull.

The spotting became a dominant trait in the offspring, and the beginnings of a new breed emerged.

Descended solely from British beef breeds, it is naturally polled and inherits many of the characteristics of popular cattle like the Angus.”

Similarly, the Brangus breed was developed to utilize the superior traits of Angus and Brahman cattle. Their genetics are stabilized at 3/8 Brahman and 5/8 Angus.

“A review of the development of the Brangus breed would take us back beyond the found-

ing of the American Brangus Breeders Association in 1949; however, registered Brangus descends from the foundation animals recorded that year or registered Brahman and Angus cattle enrolled since then. Much of the early work in crossing Brahman and Angus cattle was done at the USDA Experiment Station in Jeanerette, Louisiana.

According to the USDA 1935 Yearbook in Agriculture the research with these crossed started about 1932,” noted ansi.okstate.edu.

And now similar work appears to be taking place in creating what is being called the Durham Red. The American Shorthorn Association introduced the first 100 per cent British breed composite when it allowed the registration of Shorthorns crossed with Red Angus.

So far only a few hundred Red Durhams have been registered through the American Association, but again it shows a willingness to work on creating genetics which are felt to take the cattle sector forward.

It is not likely that Durham Reds will have near the impact of the importation of exotics, any more than has Hays Convertors or Speckle Park, but they do show the sector being active in looking for new genetic packages to improve the industry.

Western Livestock producers receive tax relief for 2015 Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Lawrence MacAulay Tuesday released a list of additional designated regions where tax deferrals have been authorized for 2015 as a result of dry conditions in Western provinces.

Livestock tax deferral allows producers in prescribed drought regions who are facing feed shortages to defer a portion of their 2015 sale proceeds of breeding livestock until the next year.

The cost of replacing the animals in the next year offsets the deferred income, thereby reducing the tax burden associated with the original sale.

Eligible producers can request the tax deferral when filing their 2015 income tax returns.

“Extreme weather created difficulties for Western Canada’s livestock industry last summer,” said MacAulay.

“Tax deferrals can help producers reduce their losses and focus on rebuilding their herds for the coming year.”

A preliminary list of drought-affected regions in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba was released last July. Further to discussions with the impacted provinces, additional designations are being added to the list. In addition to the

tax deferral, producers have access to assistance through existing Growing Forward 2 Business Risk Management programs, which include AgriInsurance, AgriStability and AgriInvest.

From April 1 to July 21, 60 per cent of the Prairie agricultural landscape received below normal precipitation which affected the production of forage. This area represents 27,000 farms and more than 5.8 million cattle.

Low moisture levels resulted in significant forage shortages for livestock producers across Western Canada, forcing some to sell all or part of their breeding herd.

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glass, plastic and wood.

One of my biggest pet peeves is a glass cutting board, and I take every opportunity to advise anyone I can of the reasons.

Tempered glass cutting boards are made to offer a surface that is easily sanitized by hand or by putting them in the dishwasher, and offer a surface that will never deteriorate.

However, because this cutting surface is so hard, it will dull even the highest quality kitchen knife faster than any other cutting board.

They usually depict an attractive photo or print under the surface of the glass which makes them desirable to have out and ready to use, but I would

highly recommend using them only as a serving platter and nothing else.

Plastic cutting boards on the other hand offer a softer surface that won’t damage knives and can still be placed in the dishwasher for cleaning. The plastic surface can also be subjected to sanitizing cleansers, like bleach, without damaging the board itself.

However, recent studies have revealed that over time bacteria can build up in the scores from knives on the surface, that even sanitizing will not remove completely.

When deep scores have been made in a cutting board, it is recommended to reface the board. Plastic boards are very difficult to resurface, and it is much easier to purchase a new one.

Wooden cutting boards have been thought of surfaces that hold bacteria, and many households have switched to plastic for this very reason, but wood offers natural antiseptic qualities. The wood also can naturally reseal small scores from cut-

1971 in Ramsar, Iran on the shores of the Caspian Sea. Events take place around the world, often with an educational element. This year’s theme: ‘Wetlands for our Future: Sustainable Livelihoods’ reflects that more than a billion people around the world make their livings from wetlands by fishing, rice farming, travel, tourism, et cetera.

On World Wetlands Day DUC invites you to take some time to appreciate your local wetlands

whether it’s snapping a shot of your favourite spot, checking to see if that groundhog sees his shadow, or snowshoeing alongside a frozen marsh.

Ducks Unlimited Canada is the leader in wetland conservation.

A registered charity, DUC partners with government, industry, non-profit organizations and landowners to conserve wetlands that are critical to waterfowl, wildlife and the environment.

Chef Dez on cooking

Using knives in the kitchen - Part 2

As part two of a series of three columns on cutting, this one will focus on cutting boards.

If you missed my previous column on knives, please e-mail me at dez@ chefdez.com and I will be more than happy to send it to you. The next column will focus on cutting techniques.

Almost every household has some type of cutting board to offer a place for chopping or slicing in order to protect their kitchen counter tops.

With so many to choose from, hopefully I can help shed some light on this subject by discussing the pros and cons of the three main types of cutting boards available:

World Wetlands Day, Feb. 2: What will you do to honour our wetlands?

With World Wetlands Day on Tuesday, February 2, Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) encourages you to celebrate and protect your wetlands.

Wetlands are some of the most important ecosystems on the planet because they: filter our air and water; reduce the impacts of droughts and floods; store vast amounts of greenhouse gases, helping to fight against global climate change; provide habitat for wildlife, including at risk species.

Unfortunately, up to 70 per cent of wetlands have been lost in settled areas of Canada. The equivalent of about 14 CFL fields disappears daily in Saskatchewan, primarily due to agricultural drainage. Land development, and other activities that require draining, filling and construction in wetlands can cause negative results to downstream landowners, infrastructure, water quality and the environment. Wetland protection is one of the best investments our government can make in our environment.

With a Saskatchewan provincial election imminent, DUC urges you to make your voice heard.

World Wetlands Day is celebrated annually to commemorate the adoption of the Convention on Wetlands on Feb. 2,

ting. A food grade mineral oil should be used on a regular basis to help stop the wood from drying out and cracking.

I prefer to use plastic cutting boards for meat or seafood. This way I can sanitize them in the dishwasher, until they get well used that is.

Wooden cutting boards offer a cutting surface for all other applications such as fruits, vegetables, et cetera. I do not own a glass cutting board.

The most unique cutting surface I have ever used is a phone book.

I was invited to a “guy’s night” poker party at a bachelor’s apartment and it turned into an impromptu cooking demonstration. His kitchen was not well equipped, so we sanitized the outside of his Yellow Pages and used it as a cutting board!

While this might be an amusing story, I strongly advise against this practice.

Dear Chef Dez: Can you suggest a natural cleanser for cleaning cutting boards?

Diane T. Nanaimo, B.C. Dear Diane: I often sprinkle a cutting board liberally with salt and rub the surface with the cut sides of a halved lemon. The salt acts as an abrasive, and the lemon not only offers a natural acid, but a fresh clean scent as well.

Send your food/cooking questions to dez@chefdez. com or P.O. Box 2674, Abbotsford, B.C., V2T 6R4. Chef Dez is a Food Columnist, Culinary Travel Host and Cookbook Author. Visit him at chefdez.com.

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If the men don’t like their match, they would leave the woman for another man to call. The women that didn’t get matched up, got together for a big ceremonial bonfire in which they tossed pictures and objects of the men who rejected them. Eventually the French government banned the practice because of how rowdy and uncontrollable the event would become.

England Norfolk, England recognizes the traditional Valentine’s Day customs of cards and flowers but there is also a character known as Jack Valentine (aka Old Father Valentine or Old Mother Valentine).

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In the 1700s on Valentine’s Eve single women in England would pin five bay leaves, one at each corner of their pillow and one in the centre, believing that it would bring them dreams of their future husbands.

Finland Valentine’s Day is a celebration of friendship rather than a romantic feast. People exchange cards and gifts among friends with the greeting of Happy Friends Day. However, it is popular to tie the knot or get engaged on that day.

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She wished for Maelon’s release from the potion; that God watch over all true lovers helping them realize their dreasm and hopes; and that she never marry.

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They are related to the sunflower, daisy and chrysanthemum. The Dahlia usually is not a scented flower, which may work for people who are especially sensitive to scented blooms. * Chrysanthemums: Also known as mums, chrysanthemums are versatile flowers that symbolize optimism, joy, fidelity and love.

Although mums are traditionally yellow, they can also be white, red and other hybrid hues. * Peonies: Peonies are herbaceous perennial plants that produce large, often fragrant flowers ranging in color from red to white. Peonies are highly prized by Eastern cultures, and in China they are known as the “flower of riches and honor.” * Carnations: Carnations have the scientific name of Dianthus, which means “flowers of God.” Carnations are particularly coveted because they can last long after being cut, which makes them popular in floral arrangements. Dark red carnations are said to convey affection and deep love. Because of their popularity, carnations are often easily affordable.

* Columbine: Columbine is native to North America, Asia and Europe. It has lacy-looking leaves and bell-shaped flowers.

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The rose may be traditional for Valentine’s Day, but gifting with a variety of red-hued flowers may add visual appeal and affordability to arrangements.

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Perhaps more worrisome, all approvals for pipelines will now be made by Prime Minister Trudeau and his cabinet and not by the independent National Energy Board as has been the case since 1959.

I would note that to my knowledge, the oil and gas sector is the only one in Canada that will be subject to an upstream and downstream environmental assessment.

Imposing an upstream and downstream environmental assessment on Ontario’s vehicle manufacturing industry would never be considered by the current government which is a clear double standard.

It is my hope that the Liberals will step up in support of Western Canada’s resource sector and look for ways to approve major infrastructure projects like pipelines rather than excuses to block them.

I hope this MP Report has been informative for you.

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(Background: TransCanada’s “Energy East” project would create a pipeline from Hardisty,

Alberta to St John’s, New Brunswick. TransCanada intends to convert an existing natural gas pipeline that is currently in place from the Saskatchewan/Alberta border all the way to the Quebec/ Ontario border. A new pipeline would be built from there to the deep water port and refinery in St John’s New Brunswick.)

Unfortunately, it has become very clear that this Liberal government does not understand the importance of the energy sector to Canada’s economic strength.

The federal government plays an important role in building consensus between communities for projects of this nature, and it is not doing so.

In fact, in the midst of a worldwide collapse in the price of oil and significant job losses in Alberta and Saskatchewan, this Liberal government is in the process of imposing burdensome new rules governing the construction of pipelines in Canada that will make it more difficult for producers to get their product to market.

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Empoyment Wanted 1A licensed driver looking for employment opportunity. Call 306-948-3325, Nick Maguire.

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Obituaries Ives Clark January 14, 1937 - November 18, 2015 It is with great sadness that the family of Ives Clark announces his passing on Wednesday, November 18, 2015 at the age of 78 years old.

Ives will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Claudette Clark; brotherin-law, Archie Bartusek (Alsanne); sisters-in-law, Susie Seidl (Ken), and Brenda Farrell. Ives will also be fondly remembered by each and everyone of his many nieces and nephews. Ives was predeceased by his father, Hugh Clark; and mother, Olive Clark; as well as his father-in-law, Abdon Bartusek; and mother-in-law, Ann Bartusek; his brothers, Lloyd Clark and his infant brother; his sisters, Louise Powell, Isabel Walper, Donalda Aylward; his brothers-in-law, Charles Powell (Buzz), Harry Walper, Frank Aylward, Wayne Bartusek (Anne) and Donnie Bartusek. He was also predeceased by his nephew, Lloyd Young; and great nephew, Chris McLeod.

Ives was born January 14, 1937 and loved fishing, flying his plane in his earlier years, hunting and spending time at the cottage located at Turtle Lake, Sask.

Ives farmed for many years, and in his memory we share the Farmer’s Prayer: “Time just keeps moving on Many years have come and gone But I grow older without regret My hopes are in what may come yet.

On the farm I work each day This is where I wish to stay I watch the seeds each season sprout From the soil as the plants rise out.

I study Nature and I learn To know the earth and feel her turn I love her dearly and all the seasons For I have learned her secret reasons.

All that will live is in the bosom of Earth She is the loving mother of all birth But all that lives must pass away And go back again to her someday.

My life too will pass from Earth But do not grieve, I say, there will be other birth When my body is old and all spent And my soul to Heaven has went.

Please compost and spread me on this plain So my body Mother Earth can claim That is where I wish to be Then Nature can nourish new life with me.

So do not for me grieve and weep I did not leave, I only sleep I am with the soil here below Where I can nourish life of beauty and glow.

Here I can help the falling rain Grow golden fields of ripening grain From here I can join the winds that blow And meet the softly falling snow.

Here I can help the sun’s warming light Grow food for birds of gliding flight I can be in the beautiful flowers of spring And in every other lovely thing.

So do not for me weep and cry I am here, I do not die.”

Ives’ wife, Claudette Clark, and family

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would like to thank Dr. Crane and the nursing staff for his care while he was in the Biggar and District Health Centre.

The thanks is extended to Grondin Funeral Services, to those who sent cards, flowers, food and those who visited.

Ives wished to not have a funeral; those who desire, may make a memorial donation in memory of Ives to a place of his or her choice.

We can celebrate the fact that we have known Ives, though he is no longer with us, we can celebrate that we were privileged and honoured to have known him. That he was a part of our lives. May he forever rest in peace.

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John’s memory may be made to Biggar & District Health Centre Activity Fund, Box 130, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0.

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John Paul Joseph Cormier August 20, 1952 - January 19, 2016 The passing of John Paul Joseph Cormier of Biggar, Sask. occurred in the Biggar Health Centre Long Term Care on January 19, 2016 at the age of 63 years.

John is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Christine, of Biggar, Sask.; daughters, Marie (Jason) Fedorak and children Cameron and Anastasia; Cecile (Blair) Martin and children, Erika, Lauren and Elias; and Suzanne (Jon) Donnelly; brother and sisters; and several nieces, nephews and extended family. He was predeceased by his parents, Leo and Helen Cormier of Regina, Sask. and younger brother, Michael.

Born the oldest of nine children, John worked tirelessly his entire life, raising his younger siblings when his own father passed away when John was only 15 years old. He grew to love cars and spent most of his working years as a Ford parts man in both Saskatchewan and Alberta. In addition to working hard, John also enjoyed playing hard, and was known to tell jokes and play tricks whenever the opportunity arose.

Through adversity, John persevered, and always expressed his gratitude to others. His resourcefulness and ability to create something wonderful out of very little was one of his many gifts.

His greatest legacy will be that of his children and grandchildren. He loved watching them learn, grow and get into mischief.

Funeral Mass was held on Monday, January 25, 2016 from St. Gabriel Roman Catholic Church, Biggar, Sask. with Father Michel Bedard as Celebrant.

Eulogists were Marie Fedorak and Cecile Cormier; Readers were Bonnie Roesch and Cindy Weekes; Intentions Irene Wald; Offertory Gifts were Suzanne and Jon Donnelly; pianist Karen Jiricka and music by St. Gabriel’s Choir. Honourary Casket Bearers were all those who shared in John’s life. Active Casket Bearers were Joe Wald, Jon Donnelly, Bill Roesch, Blair Martin, Jason Fedorak, Randy Weekes. Honour Guard was the Knights of Columbus. Interment was held at Biggar Cemetery. Tributes in

MEMORIAM LEHNERT, Joseph Peter: January 21, 1926 - February 8, 2012.

“Softly the leaves of memories fall Gently, we gather and treasure them all Unseen, unheard you are always near.”

You are always remembered and loved by… Johanna; Georgina, Tom and families; Ronald, Lynn and his families; Sharon, Darren and Kyra 5p1

Cards of Thanks To the staff of the Biggar & District Health Centre, members of St. Gabriel’s Catholic Parish and choir and many friends of the late John Cormier. We wish to extend our sincere thanks for your many kindnesses, and for the condolences and support that we have received since his passing. We also send our gratitude and appreciation to Dr. Crane, Father Bedard and all who had stopped in to visit with him. We enjoyed hearing your many stories and fond memories and appreciate each of you and the impact you had on his life.

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Coming

MONDAY-FRIDAY: Student Art Show now being presented in the Credit Union Gallery at the Biggar Museum, 1 - 5 p.m.

Grandmas, come and see our art!!!

5c3 SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6: Landis Craft & Trade Show in former Landis School, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Admission $2; soup and sandwich, $5.

4p2 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 9: St. Paul’s Anglican Church Annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper at Biggar New Horizons Hall, 5 - 7 p.m. Pancakes, ham, sausage and beverage (gluten free pancakes will be available). $7 per person (preschool free). Everyone welcome to celebrate Mardi Gras Fat Tuesday!

4c2 STARTING Friday, FEB. 12: First five Fridays in Lent, Interdenominational Services at 12:05 p.m. followed by lunch at Biggar New Horizons. Sponsored by Biggar and District Ministerial.

Everyone welcome.

5c6 FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12: 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Valentine Pie Sale at the Biggar Museum & Gallery; slice of homemade pie and a beverage only $3 5c2

Coming SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20: Biggar & District Arts Council presents . . .”THE TRAVELLING MABELS” , 7:30 p.m. at The Majestic Theatre, Biggar. Adults/ Seniors $25 (advance $20); Students, 13 and older, $15 (advance $12); children 12 and under $5. Advance tickets available at de Moissac Jewellers, Biggar, 306-948-2452.

3c6 SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27: Biggar & District Health Services Foundation Inc. presents 5th Annual DINNER, DANCE & AUCTION, “Mardi Gras” Fundraiser at Biggar Community Hall with Colby Nargang - Tribute Artist, and Music by Touch of Grey. Tickets: $40 each, available at de Moissac Jewellers (includes entry for $2,000 travel voucher draw).

5:30 doors and Silent Auction open; 6:30 Dinner; Live Auction to follow.

4c5 THURSDAY, MARCH 17, 7:30 p.m., FRIDAY, MARCH 18, 7:30 p.m., SATURDAY, MARCH 19, 2:00 and 7:30 p.m., SUNDAY, MARCH 20, 2:00 p.m.: New Creation Community Players presents “Disney’s Beauty and The Beast”. TICKETS for reserved seating on sale to public, Monday, February 1st. $20 per person at The Biggar independent, 122 Main St., Biggar or by phone 306-948-3344. Visa & Mastercard accepted. Disney’s Beauty and The Beast is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com

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Invitations Baby Shower SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 7: You’re invited to a Baby Shower for Julia Kral, daughter of Chanda and Bob Kral, 2 - 4 p.m. at Westwinds Motor Hotel Centennial Room. Cards in both drugstores.

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Notices Biggar & District Credit Union has the following fundraising opportunity available to local service groups and or organizations: Cater supper for the Annual General Meeting on WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23 at the Biggar Community Hall (approx. 170 people attend).

If interested, please submit proposal including menu and price per plate to marketing@biggar.cu.sk.ca or for further details contact Diane/Cathy at 306948-3352. Deadline for proposals is 4:30 p.m. Friday, February 19.

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2016

Notices NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE ESTATE OF ALEC KISSER, LATE OF THE TOWN OF BIGGAR, IN THE PROVINCE OF SASKATCHEWAN, DECEASED: ALL CLAIMS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE, duly verified by Statutory Declaration and with particulars and valuation of security held if any, must be sent to the undersigned before the 11th day of Februay, 2016.

BUSSE LAW PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION Barristers and Solicitors 302 Main Street, Box 669 BIGGAR, Saskatchewan S0K 0M0 SOLICITORS FOR THE EXECUTOR

Vehicles 2005 Sunfire, great shape; $4500 obo; phone 306-9482880 evenings 3p3

For Sale Snowblower, 26�

8 HP Mastercraft with electric start.

Good running condition. $500 obo.

Call 306-280-4789 or 306-948-3760 3p3

Wanted Old battery collection, Fisher #300 Cadet Squadron.

Drop off at the Biggar Landfill OR contact Quentin Sittler at 306-6582132 tfn MAIN STREET GARAGE SALE is accepting donations of all items in clean and working condition. Please phone 306-9481773 or 306-9485393.

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Real Estate Office for Rent/ Lease‌ Main Street, Biggar, 800 sq. ft. Office furnishings included.

For more information, call Teri, 306227-9905 2tfn

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 15

REAL ESTATE

Land for Sale

SASK. FARMS & RANCHES

by Estate of Ruby Lehnert

ARDATH: 1499 ac. 724 cult ac., + 747 ac. pasture, cattle facilities, 1380 sq. ft. home on well treed yard.

ELROSE: 160 ac.

- 148 ac. tame hay, barbed wire fencing, assess. 52,800.

KERROBERT: 5.2 ac. - 1552 sq. ft. home on well treed/ landscaped yard on Highway #51.

Contact ‌ Murray Murdoch, Cell: 306-858-8000

LANE REALTY Saskatchewan’s Farm & Ranch Specialists™

139 REGISTERED SALES IN 2015!

Phone:

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email: lanerealtycorp@ sasktel.net WITH OVER 30 YEARS IN THE BUSINESS! To view full colour feature sheets for all of our CURRENT LISTINGS, visit our Website at:

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LAND FOR SALE NE 21-37-17-3 Assessed 107,800; SE 21-37-17-3 Assessed 102,400; NE 12-37-16-3 Assessed 92,200; NW 12-37-16-3 Assessed 81,500 R.M. of Rosemount #378.

E½ only - Fall burn off at 1 litre per acre of high strength Round Up. Current Tenant has agreed to give up his lease on E½ 21 but requires compensation for input costs (150 pounds of 31-9-34 fertilizer applied in the fall). Offer to purchase land must include additional $5,000.00 per quarter. Tenant has right of first refusal on E½ 21. No such restrictions apply to N½ 12.

Closing Date for tenders: February 11, 2016.

Obtain procedure packages from Busse Law Professional Corporation, 302 Main Street, Box 669, Biggar, SK S0K 0M0, 306-948-3346; reception@busselaw.net

Land for Rent LAND FOR RENT, pasture in R.M. of Eagle Creek. Call for details, 306948-9186.

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Houses for Sale/Rent Two and three bedroom houses for rent. Close to downtown and school. Fridge and stove included.

For viewing call 306-948-3674 or 306-948-9517 or 306-948-7022.

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Houses for Rent One bedroom house, five appliances (washer, dryer, fridge, stove, microwave), close to town. Asking $550 per month. Call 306-948-2233 4p3

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corner of 8th Ave.W. and Quebec St., Biggar

Sunday Worship • 10:50 a.m.

Sunday School, 9:45 a.m.

Ladies Bible Study, Wednesdays, 9:45 a.m.

Church office number, 306-948-3424

BIGGAR UNITED CHURCH 907 Quebec St. and corner Turnbull Ave., Biggar Sunday Worship Service • 11 a.m.

Coffee and fellowship to follow service.

Charter/ Sherwood Apartments 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom Heat and water supplied, wired for cable TV and satellite systems, laundr y facilities, appliances, some suites with dishwasher s, air conditioning, parking with plugins.

For more information call: Karen/Kevin 948-9115 302 - 8th Ave. W. Biggar

Potluck after service on first Sunday of the month.

SUNDAY SCHOOL‌ first two Sundays of each month.

Church office number, 306-948-2280, Rev. Jane Gallagher.

PRESBYTERIANS, ANGLICANS AND LUTHERANS (PALS) FEBRUARY WORSHIP @ ST. PAUL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH corner 4th Ave. East and King St., Biggar • 10:30 a.m.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 10, 7 p.m., Ash Wednesday Service Potluck after service on Sunday, Feb. 28.

For more information/pastoral services, phone Pastor Mark Kleiner @ 306-948-3731, 306-951-7122.

ST. GABRIEL ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 109 - 7th Ave. W, Biggar Father Michel Bedard Parish Phone: 306-948-3330

MASS TIME 3UNDAY s A M Sunday School during service

OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC CHURCH Landis, Sask.

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If YOU are‌ • NEW to our communities of Biggar/Landis/Perdue • Have a new baby Call WELCOME

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The Independent

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The Independent will be closing at 12:00 noon on Fridays OPEN‌ Monday - Thursday 9 a.m - 5 p.m. closed for noon hour

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Phone: 306-948-3344; Fax: 306-948-2133 Email: tip@sasktel.net www.biggarindependent.ca CLASSIFIED AD RATES Deadline - Monday at 5 p.m.

25 words or less ...... $13.00 per week over 25 words ...... 25¢/word If The Independent P.O. Box Number is used add $3.00 PLEASE READ YOUR AD -- Advertisers should read their advertisement the FIRST ISSUE it APPEARS and report any errors in time for the next insertion.

The Independent is responsible subject to the conditions noted above, for ONLY the first incorrect insertion.

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Price is determined on size BOLD type ...................................$ 2.00 Italic type .......................................$ 2.00 Administration Charges..............$ 5.00

CONDITIONS OF ADVERTISING ACCEPTANCE All advertising subject to publisher’s approval. It is agreed by The Independent and any advertiser using or requesting space that the publisher shall not be held liable for damages in event of non-insertion of or errors in advertisements. In excess of or beyond the amount paid for space actually occupied by the non-insertion, or by that portion of the advertisement in which the error or non-insertion occurred whether such error or noninsertion is due to the negligence of its servants or otherwise.

All advertisers must assume responsibility for errors in any advertisement which is supplied to The Independent in handwritten form or given over the phone.

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Other Advertising Rates Available upon Request.

The BIGGAR INDEPENDENT accepts advertisements in good faith. We advise that it is in your interest to investigate offers personally.

Publication by this newspaper should not be taken as an endorsement of the product or service offered.

SUBSCRIPTION RATES‌per year Pick-Up/ONLINE‌

$31.00 + $1.55 gst = $32.55 Inside 40-mile Radius‌

$36.00 + $1.80 gst = $37.80 Outside 40-mile Radius‌

$41.00 + $2.05 gst = $43.05

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Employment Opportunity MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! Indemand career!

Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program.

Visit: CareerStep.ca/ MT or 1-855-7683362 to start training for your work-athome career today!

Parts Technician required in Shellbrook; selling automotive & agriculture parts, tires and booking vehicle service.

Permanent position, competitive salary and good work environment. Respond with resume to sss94@sasktel.net.

Our Regina terminal is urgently looking for qualified drivers for the following positions: Class 1 Single Switch Driver $0.514/mile Mon-Fri, 8 pm start Runs to Maple Creek, SK Class 1 Turnpike Driver $0.63/mile Mon-Fri, 7 pm start Runs to North Battleford, SK with a stop in Saskatoon each way Please apply to: recruiting@rosedale.ca or call toll free 1-855-721-3962 to discuss more details such as driver qualifications and other benefits we offer.

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For FAX service, see us at The Independent, 122 Main Street, Biggar

Employment Seed & Feed Opportunity HEATED CANOLA Peter’s Bros. Paving, south Okanagan paving company seeking experienced paving personnel (min. 3 years) for their highway division throughout BC. Relocation allowance may be available. Competitive wage $20.00 to $30.00 per hour plus benefits, full time seasonal. Please send resume to petersbros@shaw.ca

Careers H E A LT H C A R E D O C U M E N TA TION SPECIALISTS are in huge demand.

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Coming Events ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES SHOW & SALE, February 15-21 (inclusive) at Market Mall, Preston & Louise, Saskatoon, during mall hours.

For Sale PROVINCE-WIDE CL ASSIFIEDS. Reach over 500,000 readers weekly. Call this newspaper NOW or 306-649.1400 or email classifieds@ swna.com for details.

WANTED!!

- GREEN CANOLA - SPRING THRASHED - DAMAGED CANOLA FEED OATS WANTED!!

- BARLEY, OATS, WHT - LIGHT OR TOUGH - SPRING THRASHED HEATED FLAX WANTED!!

HEATED PEAS HEATED LENTILS "ON FARM PICKUP" Westcan Feed & Grain 1-877-250-5252

NORTH EAST PRAIRIE GRAIN INC. Currently Buying: Soybeans, Feed Barley and Wheat.

OFFERING: Competitive Prices, On Farm Pickup & Prompt Payment!

CALL: 1-306-8733551, WEBSITE: neprairiegrain.com Buying/Selling FEED GRAINS heated / damaged CANOLA/FLAX Top price paid FOB FARM

Western Commodities 877-695-6461 Visit our website @ www.westerncommodities.ca

Land for Sale FARMLAND WANTED NO FEES OR COMMISSIONS! SUMMARY OF SOLD PROPERTIES Central - 217 1/4’s South - 97 1/4’s South East - 43 1/4’s South West - 65 1/4’s North - 10 1/4’s North East - 14 1/4’s North West - 12 1/4’s East - 56 1/4’s West - 49 1/4’s FARM AND PASTURE

REFORESTATION NURSERY SEEDLINGS of hardy trees, shrubs, & berries for shelterbelts or landscaping. Spruce & Pine from $0.99/ tree. Free shipping.

Replacement guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or www.treetime.ca.

Vehicles Wrecking over 250 units... cars and trucks.

Lots of trucks...

Dodge...

GMC...

Ford... Imports... 1/2 ton to 3 tons... We ship anywhere... Call or text 306-821-0260.

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AVAILABLE

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PURCHASING: SINGLE TO LARGE BLOCKS OF LAND. PREMIUM PRICES PAID WITH QUICK PAYMENT. RENT BACK AVAILABLE Call DOUG 306-955-2266 saskfarms@shaw.ca

Health & Wellness

Houses for Sale FOR SALE

1531 sq. ft. 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths. Master bedroom c/w walk in closet & ensuite featuring a custom tile shower.

C o v e red front entry.

Patio door off dining room. Large kitchen c/w island. Large main floor laundry.

Asking Price $235,000 (taxes not included)

For more information about our RTM or to schedule a viewing Please contact Eston Building Supply Ltd. Ph: 306-962-4745 or email us at

…Town Council Minutes, cont. from pg 3 Recreation: Erin Poitras.

Bylaw Enforcement Officers: Flaman Investigation and Security Agency Ltd. (Peter Flaman, Arlene Flaman, Jon Lanctot, Ellen Ballendine, John Descalchuk, Anthony Phillips).

Weed Inspector: John Hammond.

Predator Control Officer: Gerry Besse.

Municipal Inspectors: Mark Haynes, Marty Baroni, Barb Barteski, Gene Motruk.

Returning Officer: Barb Barteski.

License Inspector: Barb Barteski.

Recreation Board: Kevin Ellard, Melissa Raschke, Kathy Hawes, Hailey Metz, Cindy Seidl, Michele

Keith, Rayel Martin (BCS 2000 representative), Lisa Haynes (RM of Biggar appointed).

Council resolved that McGill’s Industrial Services be authorized to do some maintenance flushing from the hospital to First Avenue West and Quebec Street as well as around the complex near the hospital, for an approximate cost of $3,000 plus taxes.

Council resolved that the draft letter to the Minister of Rural and Remote Health regarding the nursing shortage in the Heartland Health Region be sent. s -EETING ADJOURNED AT 9:05 p.m.

Enter to WIN TWO FREE tickets at The Independent

for the next Arts Council Concert on Sat., Feb. 20th “The Travelling Mabels”

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THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK -17

ACCOUNTING

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PLUMBING & HEATING

Helping you Help yourself

ELECTRICAL

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For all your home, business and rural needs Owners/Operators • Travis Young • Dallas Young • Claude Young

Biggar, Sask.

306-948-3389 Journeymen Plumber, Gas Fitter, & Electrician on staff

HEALTH/WELLNESS BIGGAR ELECTRICAL & REFRIGERATION SERVICES

Goldburg Electric Ltd.

Commercial and Industrial Electrical Wiring

• Residential • Commercial Contact Matt Craig

Licensed Journeyman Adrian de Haan

306-948-5291 PHILLIPS ELECTRIC s 2ESIDENCE s #OMMERCIAL 7IRING &OR FREE ESTIMATES Ph: 306-948-5393

306-951-8004 Roofing

MADGE ROOFING INC.

Licenced, Insured & Bonded Over 15 years experience

“Setting a Higher Standard” ∆New Construction ∆Re-roofs ∆Torch-on ∆Tile ∆Metal ∆Asphalt ∆All repairs ∆Shakes ∆Inspections NOW DOING ∆ Eavestroughing ∆ Downspouts ∆ Soffit & Facia We offer 10 Year Workmanship Warranty and Liability/Torch On Insurance Excellent Local References For a FREE estimate please call… 306-948-5453

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WESTWIND ELECTRIC LTD. Perdue, Sask.

Peter Hofmeister Journeyman Electrician

Cell 1-306-753-9807

306-717-2818

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306-948-7274

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Janet & Candice Moon Colour Energy Therapists …for info & appts

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DENTAL

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Monday to Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Friday, 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

• Bookkeeping • Tax Returns • Financial Statements

Ph: 306-948-4430 or 306-948-4460

rod.campbell@sasktel.net 122 Main St., Biggar, SK

BUSSE LAW PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION Barristers & Solicitors

Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Moonlight Therapy

CAMPBELL ACCOUNTING SERVICES

LEGAL SERVICES

Now available

OFFICE HOURS - together with -

…located in the Professional Building 223 Main St., Biggar

Registered Massage Therapists (MTAS

115 - 1st Avenue West Rosetown, Sask.

CLASSIFIEDS WORK

5th Avenue 106th Street

Contact us for all your insurance and financial services 306-948-3926

Perdue Massage & Acupuncture

Phone:

306-948-2295 Fax: 306-948-5050

HEALTH/ WELLNESS

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Raonic has tough climb to tennis’s top

by Bruce Penton Milos Raonic is only 25 and the Torontonian has been on a steady climb to the mountaintop of the tennis world.

But at the very top sit three or four other stars from around the world who keep using their backhands and forehands to swat him down.

Raonic’s time will come, however.

The tennis stars sitting at the peak of that mountain are Novak Djokovic of Serbia, Andy Murray of Scotland, Rafael Nadal of Spain and now, to a lesser degree due to advancing age, Roger Federer of Switzerland.

Canadian tennis fans got excited in late January when Raonic advanced to the semi-finals of the season’s first Grand Slam event, the Australian Open, but disappointed when he failed to hold a 2-1 set lead against Murray and lost in five sets.

Murray went on to lose in straight sets to Djokovic, the No. 1 player in the world who, at 28, is probably good for another four or five years on top of that tennis mountain. Murray is 29, while Nadal will be 30 this year.

If no other wunderkind comes along to threaten the game’s best, Raonic might reach that tennis mountaintop in oh, say, 2019 or 2020. Victory by attrition, so to speak.

The Canadian professional has one of the game’s most powerful serves. It was clocked coming off his racquet as high as 234 km/h in Australia and he generally racks up more aces than his opponents. Still, aces in tennis are like home runs in baseball; they look good and draw gasps from the crowd, but it’s the other intangibles of the game that add up to victories. Raonic is close, but he’s sitting on zero (0) career Grand Slam titles and he wants that to end. “It’s probably the most heartbroken I’ve felt on court,� Raonic told tennis. com after losing to Murray, 4-6, 7-5, 6-7 (4), 6-4, 6-2.

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Stan Wawrinka of Poland, another of world’s best, was asked about Raonic after losing to him in the fourth round in Australia. “Will he have chances to win Grand Slams?� said Wawrinka. “Yes. Will he take them? We’ll add all that up at the end of his career.�

Canada has never had a singles player win a Grand Slam event. Hopefully Raonic will be the first. s 'AMBLING PARIAH Pete Rose, to reporters, when asked how he ought to be depicted in the Cincinnati Reds’ planned statue of him: “Well, I sure as hell don’t want it to be me standing at the $2 window at Turfway.� s $WIGHT 0ERRY of the Seattle Times: “First St. Louis loses the Hawks to Atlanta, the Cardinals to Arizona, and now the Rams to Los Angeles. The Show Me The Door State, anyone?� s 2ANDY 4URNER (@randyturner15) of the Winnipeg Free Press, on Twitter: “SHAWN (ORCOFF getting busted for taking performance enhancing drugs is not a good endorsement for performance enhancing drugs.� s $WIGHT 0ERRY again: “The NHL suspended Ducks forward 3HAWN (ORCOFF 20 games for violating the NHL/NHLPA Performance Enhancing Substances Program.

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Unity Miners (6) @ Biggar Nationals (11) (Saturday, January 30)

"USH LEAGUE -INER TACTICS FAIL VERSUS .ATS IN 37(, PLAYOFF OPENER Biggar Nat D-man, Matt Bourgeois is a tad ticked as refs try to break up the tussle between him and Unity Miner Mark Ganter, Saturday at the Jubilee. Miners goon-squad intimidation antics, trying to draw Nat top players off with penalties and misconducts, didn’t work as

the Nats rolled to a 11-6 Game One win. Bourgeois had every reason to be ticked, Ganter was suspended for a game along with two other Miners, Tyler Bosch (four games) and Bobby Davey (one game), while Nat Evan deBussac received a two game suspension.

Game Two is this Friday in Unity. (Independent Photo

Scoring: Miners – (1st) 1, (2nd) 4, (3rd) 1, Total: 16. Nationals – (1st) 6, (2nd) 4, (3rd) 1, Total: 11.

Shots: Miners – (1st) 11, (2nd) 10, (3rd) 10, Total: 31. Nationals – (1st) 13, (2nd) 14, (3rd) 12, Total: 39.

Power Plays: Miners – 0 for 22. Nationals – 0 for 19.

Scoring Summary Period 1: Nationals 19:40 – Trevor Bailey 4RAVIS 'RANBOIS +YLE Dilosa); Miners 19:01 – Dustin McAleer (Devan Bertoia); Nationals 18:30 – Trevor Bailey (Travis Granbois, Matt Bourgeois); National 18:01 – Trevor Bailey (Travis Granbois); Nationals 16:09 – Travis Granbois (Trevor Bailey, Cody Danychuk); Nationals 8:42 – Trevor Bailey (Travis Granbois, Steve Makway); .ATIONALS n +EVIN Fick (Travis Granbois, Steve Makway).

Elbowing (2).

Period 2: Miners 17:58 – Mark Ganter, Fighting (5), Instigator (2), Game Misconduct: Fighting; Nationals 17:58 – Matt Bourgeois, Fighting (5), Game Misconduct: Fighting; Nationals n +YLE $ILOSA

Elbowing (2); Nationals 15:38 – Cody Danychuk, Interference (2); Miners 15:07 – Dustin McAleer, Fighting (5), Game Misconduct: Fighting; .ATIONALS n +EVIN Fick, Fighting (5), Game Misconduct: Fighting; Miners 12:21 – Bobby Davey, Elbowing (2).

Period 3: Nationals 19:36 – Dylan Haynes, Slashing (2); Nationals 18:15 – Cody Danychuk, Roughing (2); Nationals 15:39 – Evan deBussac, Fighting (5), Aggressor (2), Charging (2), Game Misconduct: Fighting; Miners 15:39 – Bobby Davey, Cross Checking (2), Fighting (2); Game

Period 2: Miners 18:49 – Trace Sperle (Michael Shirley); Miners 10:03 – Michael Shirley (Trace Sperle); Nationals 7:56 – Trevor Bailey (Cody Danychuk, Steve Makway); Nationals 4:40 – Trevor Bailey (Steve Makway, Travis Granbois); Nationals n +YLE $ILOSA (Trevor Bailey, Travis Granbois); Miners 3:40 – Dustin McAleer (unassisted); Miners 3:25 – Dustin McAleer (unassisted); Nationals 1:29 – Trevor Baile +YLE $ILOSA Period 3: Miners 8:49 – Michael Shirley (Behn Robertson, Bobby Davey); Nationals 3:45 n 3TEVE -AKWAY +YLE Dilosa).

Penalty Summary Period 1: Nationals 14:16 – Steve Makway, Spearing (4); Nationals 13:05 – Matt Bourgeois, Slashing (2); Miners 5:22 – Bobby Davey,

BY +EVIN "RAUTIGAM

Misconduct (2); Miners 12:07 – Josh Lacousiere, Misconduct (10), Slashing (2); Nationals 12:07 – Travis Granbois, Misconduct (10); Miners 12:07 – Bobby Davey, Roughing (2); Miners 12:07 – Josh Lacousier, Slashing (2); Nationals 12:07 – Evan deBussac, Unsportsmanlike Conduct (2); Nationals n +YLE $ILOSA

Tripping (2); Nationals 6:50 – Travis Granbois, Slashing (2); Miners 2:40 – Tyler Bosch, Fighting (5), Instigator (2), 3rd Man In, Game Misconduct: 3rd Man In, Game Misconduct: Fighting; Miners 2:40 – Leon Delorme, Slashing (2); Nationals 2:40 – Trevor Bailey, Cross Checking (2), Slashing (2); Nationals 2:40 – Zach Wourms, Fighting (2), Game Misconduct: Fighting (2).

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