The host committee are in the final stages of preparation for the senior men’s provincial baseball competition, August 8-10. Bases are loaded as the newly crowned Dunning League senior men’s baseball champions have all hands-on deck for both hosting and competing in the Baseball Sask. provincial championship.
The event will include your home team Aces along with Cabri River Rats, North Battleford Beavers and Findlater Braves. The Beavers are currently playing in the North Saskatchewan River League Baseball championship final, looking to retain their title.
Don’t let a four-team event fool you. With one current league championship won by the home team, a second league
championship final being played in by the northern Beavers and both of the two other teams still competing in their respective league finals, this provincial event will offer highly competitive baseball action.
Games will start August 8 at 2:30 p.m. with the Aces competing in their opening provincial game later that same day at 5:45 p.m.. Fans can stay tuned to the Assiniboia Aces senior team Facebook page for the latest updates. It’s all relative. Matt and Mike Morhar, Curtis, Ron and Owen Lucas, along with Corwin and Lane Jepson, familiar teammates, are part of the provincial squad. They will compete with Aces teammates Brian Ruthven, Curtis Hawkins, Al Sinclair, Kaden McLean, Keaton Hillmer, Zach Shelstand, Dakota Bauck, Derek Lessmesiter,
Daxin Peterson, Ty Reid, Kayden Judson, and Grier Peterson. A pancake breakfast,
beverage gardens and a booth will add to the event flavor of the hometown hosted provincial championship. The Aces are asking baseball enthusiasts to become fans in the stands,
Aces to host Senior Men’s provincials in Assiniboia
showing their hometown pride by cheering on the Aces to a back-to-back provincial championship.
Volunteers from the Aces team build a bridge walkway from the parking lot to the diamonds, as an upgrade for the diamonds. The Assiniboia Aces will host the senior men’s provincials this weekend.
Photos courtesy Bob Ellert
Assiniboia connections to Women’s Softball Provincial winning team
Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter
The Earl Grey Heat captured back-to-back women’s provincial titles July 27 in Moose Jaw.
The women’s team included local connections as Jesse Chadwick, Raina Peterson, Keyara Peterson, Jessie Rood and Emily Lessmeisters on the Heat’s roster.
Brent Chadwick was also part of the umpiring team for the eight-team event, although he had little rest as almost as soon as he was off the diamonds, he was heading to Softball Canada national championship in Saskatoon to serve as one of the umpires.
The Heat won their opening two games in their four-team pool. The third game against the Saskatoon Lunar Eclipse was an exciting match, changing leads more than once, with Saskatoon coming out on top by a close score of 6-5.
This put the Heat in a Sunday morning semifinal against the top team in the other pool, the Regina Elite. In an incredible defensive battle, the Heat advanced by a score of 1-0, while the Lunar Eclipse won their semifinal by a score of 2-1.
However, the championship final, the Heat brought their big bats and earned a decided victory of the Saskatoon squad, earn-
ing a repeat provincial title.
Assiniboia players are part of two different teams competing at Softball Canada championship events as Charlize Hillmer from Assiniboia, Bryn Montgomery from Willow Bunch and Callie Hendrick from Gravelbourg were part of the U17A Moose Jaw Ice competing in Warman from July 27 to August 3 for a 20-team softball championship.
Bengough’s Toni Girdaudier played with reigning national champs, South East Steelers ladies fastpitch team. The Steelers were part of eight-team women’s national championship event held in Saskatoon from July 28 to August 3.
Saskatchewan first in Canada for mining investment attractiveness
Saskatchewan is again the top region in Canada for mining investment attractiveness, ranking first in the country according to the Fraser Institute’s Annual Survey of Mining Companies. The 2024 report included responses from 350 companies rating 82 jurisdictions around the world.
In addition to its bestin-Canada ranking, Saskatchewan placed seventh globally, owing to its strong ranking in policy and regulatory perception.
“These results from the Fraser Institute speak to Saskatchewan’s strong and steady approach to attracting mining investment,” Energy and Resources Minister Colleen Young said. “We offer
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some of the best incentive programs in the country for mineral development and we continue to uphold our reputation of being responsive, stable and predictable as a jurisdiction where investors can move projects forward.”
The 2024 survey measured all regions on two main areas - policy perception and mineral potential - to come up with an overall attractiveness ranking for investment. Saskatchewan placed first in Canada, and third globally, in policy perception, based on responses concerning policy certainty, environmental regulation, the legal system and skilled labour supply.
Saskatchewan also ranked highly for its geological database - fourth in the world - which speaks to the Saskatchewan Geological Survey’s cuttingedge mapping technology and high-quality public geoscience data and its extensive library of core samples in its southern and
northern Saskatchewan facilities.
“Achieving the number one ranking in Canada is due to our ability to work constructively and collaboratively with government to enable policies that attract investment,” said Saskatchewan Mining Association President Pam Schwann.
Last year Saskatchewan reached record highs in potash production, mining approximately 24.7 million tonnes of potassium chloride, while also reaching new records for uranium production and sales - 16,700 tonnes and $2.6 billion, respectively.
The province is home to 27 of the 34 minerals on Canada’s critical minerals list. In addition to uranium and potash, there is strong potential in Saskatchewan for further growth in the critical minerals sector: helium production continues to increase, while key projects in lithium, copper and zinc are set to begin production over the next year.
Marni Chadwick, left, and daughter Jesse hold the banner after the Early Grey Heat won the 2025 Softball provincial championship.
Photo courtesy of Marni Chadwick
Government fulfills $2M commitment to Food Banks
As announced in the 2025-26 Provincial Budget, the Government of Saskatchewan is providing $1 million to Food Banks of Saskatchewan in August 2025 to distribute to agencies across the province.
“This funding fulfills our government’s commitment to provide $2 million over two years to help Saskatchewan families and food banks with rising food costs,” said Social Services Minister Terry Jenson.
The $2 million commitment was first announced in July 2024, with the first $1 million installment provided to Food Banks of Sask. in August 2024. The Ministry of Social Services will work with Food Banks of Saskatchewan to distribute the second $1 million installment in August 2025 to agencies based on the population and average food bank usage of the communities they serve.
Saskatchewan’s 2025-26 Provincial Budget to benefit Saskatchewan people and families, including:
• Increasing monthly income assistance benefits by two per cent for Saskatchewan Income Support (SIS) and Saskatchewan Assured Income for Disability (SAID) clients;
• Increasing the Personal Care Home Benefit by up to $1,000 per month, helping make the cost of living in a licensed personal care home more affordable for Saskatchewan seniors;
• Increasing the Sask. Low-Income Tax Credit by five per cent annually for the next four years;
• Doubling the Active Families Benefit to make it more affordable for families to access children’s sports, arts, cultural and recreational activities; and
Freelance Reporter
Assiniboia and five communities in Assiniboia area are benefitting from over $35,000 of $2.49M distributed in charitable gaming grants across Saskatchewan.
A Sask. gov’t media release on July 29 announced that 1,000 groups and organizations across the province would benefit from almost two and half million dollars as part of Lotteries and Gaming Sask. grants, allotted for the first quarter of 2025-26.
For Assiniboia, charitable gaming grants, in the amount of $12,448,97, were awarded to:
• Assiniboia and District Arts Council Inc.
$256.08.
• Assiniboia 55 Club Inc.
$230.58.
• Assiniboia Kinette Club
$375.00.
• Assiniboia Minor Hockey Association
$150.32.
• Festival of the Trees
$318.75 .
• Prince of Wales Management Inc.
$ 5,709.07.
• Rotary Club of Assiniboia
$ 129.75.
• Southern Rebels Junior B Hockey Club
$5,279.42. Other communities Bengough Municipal Arts Council received $977.87, while the Bengough Twilight Home Auxiliary received $163.75, totaling $ 1,141.62 received in the community.
Gravelbourg received $490.13 which included the curling club receiving $321.38 and St. Jo -
seph’s Hospital/Boyer D;Youville Foundation receiving $168.75.
The Kincaid District Community Service Club received $5,441.38.
In Rockglen, the New Horizons Senior Drop-In Centre received $ 168.76.
The largest charitable gaming grant received in Assiniboia’s area was the Willow Bunch Golf Club Inc. which received $16,019.29.
The release stated, “Our government is committed to delivering for Saskatchewan communities and one of the ways we do that is through charitable gaming grants,” Minister Responsible for LGS Jeremy Harrison said. “Proceeds from gaming in Saskatchewan support charitable organizations and activities across the province, including the
arts, culture and sport, hospital foundations, service clubs and more.”
Groups from 250 Saskatchewan communities received a charitable gaming grant in the first quarter of 2025-26, with more than $498,000 distributed to groups in Saskatoon and more than $410,000 going to groups in Regina.
These quarterly grants are paid to groups and organizations in good standing that conduct licensed charitable gaming activities such as bingos, raffles, breakopen ticket sales, Texas hold ‘em poker tournaments and Monte Carlo events. The grants are equal to 25 per cent of the net revenue raised by each charitable event, up to a maximum of $100,000 per group or organization annually.
This investment is part of the affordability initiatives introduced in
• Enhancing basic tax credits including the basic exemption, spousal, equivalent-to-spouse, seniors supplement and dependent child tax credits.
Attention to detail is shown as the work crew started the clean up stages of the new streets.
Sherri Solomko
Editorial & Opinions
Paul Kimball, Freelance Reporter
Last week, I was sitting in a men’s restroom in a place called Wawa, Ontario. I was having a ‘wee-wee in Wawa’. You’re likely thinking... TMI - too much information. But there’s a reason for me sharing this personal information with you.
As I was ‘resting’ there, I noticed a sign on the wall in front of me. There was another one above the toilet on the wall behind me. It said, “Please be respectful…please clean up your mess.”
For me, the sign was preaching to the choir. I always flush the toilet, I pick up scraps of tissue I might drop, I make sure I clean the sink after washing my hands and even, at times, pick up paper towel bits off the floor. Restrooms are often cleaner when I leave them
than when I enter.
But the signs got me thinking about one of my pet peeves. I hate walking into a filthy washroom. I just don’t understand how people –men in my case, since I don’t get into women’s restrooms very often – can be so inconsiderably messy.
I don’t regard myself as an ornery, crotchety old man. Old… maybe, but not those other descriptors. I think I’m easygoing and see positives rather than negatives and I believe most people see me the same way.
But a trip to the men’s room, as do a few other things, does bring out the worst in me.
The toilet is an amazing, useful invention. Along with the tank, it includes a lid that opens and shuts…there’s a second piece, the seat, the round part that flips up and
OPINION: MY NUMBER ONE PET PEEVE
down, and then the bowl under the seat…where the water is.
I haven’t researched this, but my guess is that the seat layer was intentionally designed with hinges so that it could be flipped up for those who stand while doing their business. To prevent those with bad aim from splashing all over the part that the next user might need to sit on.
It doesn’t take much effort to raise the seat. Even a child can do it.
But I’m amazed at how often that layer isn’t lifted…and how often the seat has ‘fluid’ all over it. Which results in one of two things for the next patron. They either have to use another stall – if there is one – or worse, they have to take the time to clean up some other person’s mess?
Believe it or not, and yes, I have expressed this peeve to others at times, I’ve heard this response –“Well…it keeps people employed as restroom cleaners.” I think I’m pretty safe in saying that as people use the washroom, that thought doesn’t cross their mind. “Let’s see…how can my bathroom
experience make sure someone has a job?” Even if someone is that ‘considerate’, it doesn’t offer much help to those having to take care of business in the meantime.
What about that poor individual who needs to use the washroom badly? It happens to all of us from time to time, where every precious second counts. What does one do if they don’t have time to clean things before sitting down? Sit on drops of an unknown stranger’s visit to the stall?
What about those with disabilities who need to use the specific stall set aside for them? Is it right to expect them to take the additional hardships to clean up a mess that was made to ‘keep someone employed’?
Those signs are a great reminder to all of us – be respectful…please clean up your mess. Or perhaps it can be put this way – if you stand, ‘flip up’ the seat so that you won’t ‘flip out’ the next person who has to sit.
I have two other peeves to write about…but not this time, as I don’t want you thinking that I’m an ornery, crotchety, old curmudgeon.
Jeannette Mynett, Traditional Anglican God is the True Explanation for everything
Last year I spent around three months dealing with hip surgeries. The days I was in the hospital and Providence Place gave me much time for reading.
One of the books I read was, Parallel Worlds, This book was about the universe, or universes, the author indicating there being other universes in addition to the one we know. The book showed how vast is the totality of all God created. There is much we do not know. One thing the book discussed was the way the scientists were searching for that one theory that would definitely give a basic explanation for all there is.
A number of ideas have been put forth, but all of them in the end have failed to give that definite explanation. The scientists are still searching for that one theory, that one explanation for all there is.
In truth the answer to that question is really quite simple. That basic explanation for all there is can be read in Genesis 1:1. “In the beginning, God
created the heavens and the earth.” As the ancient ecumenical Creed puts it, “I believe in God the Father Almighty, creator of heaven and earth, And of all things visible and invisible.”
The basic truth, the basic explanation for all there is, the small percentage which we see and know, the large percentage of what we do not and have not seen and known, is in the fact God created it all. He created all the universe or universes, the systems by which all things operate, even time and space. It is hard to imagine what it was like when there was only God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, in eternity.
Then God said, “Let there be...” , and by that word, shaped by His design and pattern, time, space, the universe, and all there is, came to be. In God is the true and complete explanation for all there is.
During these weeks in summer when we can get out and experience the wonders of creation, let us praise and thank God for the wonderful creation He has made. Let us consider how we can relate to His creation and be responsible participants in this wonderful creation. Bless the Lord for all His wonderous works.
Our Town
Sherri Solomko
Freelance Reporter
Assiniboia Fire Rescue had 13 calls in July. Seven of those 13 calls were false alarms. The remainder were call outs for a structure fire, two grass fires, one animal rescue, one motor vehicle collision and one elevator rescue.
July’s call outs emphasize the importance of training to be as prepared as possible for every emergency call that comes in. Fire Chief, Terry Lacelle, said fire training in the month of July focused on drafting and wildland fires as well as vehicle extrication.
Assiniboia’s Fire Rescue Department said their monthly safety message outlined the importance of a fire escape plan, saying, “A fire escape plan outlines how to safely exit a building during a fire or other emergency. It involves identifying two escape routes from each
room, choosing a meeting place outside, and practicing the plan regularly. “ Households should draft a plan that includes drawing a floor plan of all rooms, exits and windows as well as identify two escape routes for each room, especially the sleeping areas. It is important to pre -
Elevator rescue and structure fire part of July calls for Fire Department
determine a meeting place safety outside, away from the building, where everyone from the household can be accounted for and remain until help arrives or until the emergency has been put under control. Fire drills aren’t just for schools, as conducting a practise at least twice
a year ensures everyone knows the plan and can execute it quickly.
Everyone in a household should have an accessible exit, including those with disabilities. The importance of clear exits can never be overstated.
Smoke alarms on every level of the house and outside the sleeping areas is invaluable for alerting the household to smoke and fire.
Ensure everyone in the household knows how to call 9-1-1.
The Assiniboia RCMP responded to 45 calls for service during the week of July 21 to 27.
These included:
- 911 Act - 2
- Abandoned Vehicles - 1
- Assistance to General Public/Canadian Police - 4 - Break and Enter - 1
- Child, Youth & Family Services - 1
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Southland Coop Centre in Assiniboia is
to the WHL Preseason
Broncos. Saturday, Sept 6th at 5:00 p.m. Tickets available on www.sasktix.ca and or limited paper copies at the Town Office starting July 28th. Join us earlier for a tailgate party outside the Southland Coop Centre at 2:00 p.m. Beer Gardens and Assiniboia Minor Hockey Association BBQ. Roughriders vs. Bluebombers on the big screen!
The Better Together BBQ sponsored by South Country Equipment served 407 meals!! Thank you all for attending! See you on Tuesdays all Summer long from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Aquatic Centre Concession. BT Shirts are available at the Pool!
The Town of Assiniboia is NOW HIRING for a Public Works Labourer . For job details, visit https://www.assiniboia.net/town_office/career_opportunities.html. Posting closes on August 15, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.
COUNCIL MEETINGS: Council meetings are held in Council Chambers in the Asaskan Complex, 131 3rd Ave West. The next Summer Council meeting is August 26, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. Everyone Welcome.
Members of the Assiniboia Fire and Rescue Department, along with Sparky, visited the Assiniboia Public Library on July 28 with a learning experience for the families who attended. The children enjoyed seeing Sparky the Fire Dog and the fire truck up close.
Grand Opening AJ Palmier Museum
The grand opening of the AJ Palmier Museum was held by Moe and Anita Palmier on July 3.
The weather was perfect for the grand opening. MLA David Marit and Reeve Lee Tallon both attended. There was an expectant crowd lined up as the doors opened, to see tractors from the past.
The guest register had 115 signatures but there was a crowd of around 130. Lunch was served and everyone had a great time.
Interested residents, schools or organizations who want to walk down memory lane can give us a call and make an appointment at 306-472-7824.
Old Coronach Street Festival prelude to community’s centennial
Sherri Solomko
Freelance Reporter
Kelsey Manske, Community Development Officer for the Town of Coronach said the Old Coronach Street Festival is an annual event, although she isn’t 100 per cent sure of how many years it’s been running. The Coronach Sportsplex is the place to be for this year’s event on August 16.
Organizers said filling the event with entertain -
ment draws in attendees and adds a festive flavor to the full day’s activity. It’s a perfect way to celebrate summer and enjoy some community camaraderie before harvest and before families are busy with kids back in class.
Typically, Manske says they have a committee of four however leading up to the Town of Coronach’s 100th anniversary celebration in 2026, this group has grown to nine
members.
“The proceeds raised by the organizing committee go directly back into community beautification projects. For example, this year a local artist is creating a mural on the outside of the community hall. We can do this thanks to our incredible sponsors,” said Manske.
Volunteers are also another key component of a successful event and
Manske said they have up to 20 of them lending a hand with everything from setup and teardown to bar and gate shifts.
The festival kicks off with a pancake breakfast and includes live entertainment from dancers, a care show, a bubble show, a petting zoo, paintball and the debut of a new local band, Medicine Line.
Fun, food and family elements help create a fantastic event.
Manske said it’s not just residents that attend and they welcome tourists and visitors to check out their brand new heated outdoor pool that just opened in 2025.
The Coronach Museum is another must see while in town. The scenic Big Muddy Badlands are a short drive away.
The Community Development Officer encourages everyone to mark July 31 to August 2, 2026 on their calendars to come and celebrate the Town of Coronach’s Centennial.
Organizers said their goal is to celebrate history, fun and community pride with an event that offers something for all ages. Manske encouraged people to keep tabs on the Old Coronach Street Festival’s social media pages to stay updated on the events, including a complete itinerary of all the
A beautiful new mural was painted on the Coronach Museum, created by Tim Nijenhuis of Ninehouse Productions in 2023.
Muriel Greffard
Muriel Greffard (Poirier) of Regina formerly of Thomson Lake and Glentworth passed away peacefully on January 15 2025 at the age of 89 She was born December 13, 1935, in Moose Jaw, SK Muriel is survived by her children: Valerie and granddaughter Ayla (Jesse); Jacalyn (Dean), granddaughter Deana (Frank), great-grandchildren Jackson and Jordan, grandson Denny (Dallas), great-grandchildren Oakley, Laken, and Axel; Guy (Kathryn) granddaughter Robyn and Shelly (Dominique) great-grandchildren Ashton and Isla grandsons Michael and Darcy; Lucie (Denis) grandson Pierre (Jenelle) and granddaughter Monique (Quinn) great-grandchildren Zoe and Felix; Céline (Tom) granddaughters Renée and Danielle She is also survived by her sister Connie (Ken) Robertshaw Muriel was predeceased by her husband Lucien (1997), infant son Joseph (1966), son-in-law Michael (2021), grandson Duncan (2023), parents Joseph and Anne Poirier, sister Erna (Don) Hatlelid, and brother Maurice (Joyce) Poirier Muriel was an active and longtime resident of Glentworth and Thomson Lake She embraced life and enjoyed travelling, spending winters in Arizona, visiting with friends near and far and playing crib for two bits a game In recent years, as her vision diminished, she knitted hundreds of pairs of slippers and headbands while watching curling and cheering on the Blue Jays She cherished fellowship within the community at Queen Victoria and enjoyed many activities with her Queen Vic Sisters Muriel approached life with adventure curiosity humor and with profound faith in the Lord She will be deeply missed by all who knew her In lieu of sorrow she would want you to express love to those you cherish never postpone joy and take one day at a time A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday August 23 2025 at 11:00 a m at Ste Radegonde Roman Catholic Church, Lafleche, SK Memorials may be made to Souls Harbour Mission, P O Box 3356 Stn Main, Regina, SK, S4P 3H1 or the Canadian Institute for the Blind (CNIB), 2160 Broad Street, Regina, SK, S4P 1Y5
Rosalie Fitzpatrick Rosalie Elizabeth Fitzpatrick of Assiniboia SK passed away with Nancy and Parker at her side July 12 2025 in Moose Jaw due to complications from surgeries She was born on August 6, 1941, in the town of Willow Bunch Rosalie was predeceased by husband, Art, (Nov 21, 2023), parents, Kay & Maurice Fitzpatrick, sister Helen Pryzner, and brother Vernon She is survived by her brother Brian (Zinaida), sister Maureen (Mike) Warmerdam sister-inlaw Noreen Fitzpatrick and brother-in-law Ed Pryzner Rosalie was the oldest of 5 children born to Maurice and Katherine Fitzpatrick They moved to Assiniboia in 1945
Leonard Scheltgen Leonard Peter Scheltgen of Assiniboia Saskatchewan passed away on July 12 2025 at Assiniboia Union Long Term Care surrounded by his loving family Born on October 26 1931 in Assiniboia, Leonard embodied a spirit of adventure, innovation, and an unwavering love for his family that touched the lives of all who knew him Leonard’s passion for life was evident from his early years growing up on the family farm in Valor Eventually taking over the family farm, he spent 70 years cultivating the land with dedication and pride working alongside his parents Kamil and Josephine his brother Albert and his son Ron who continues his legacy His adventurous spirit shone brightly as a young teenager when he and Albert purchased Wizzer motorcycles from the Valor store Then he and his brother rode exploring the community and charming the local youth with their escapades A true inventor at heart, Leonard delighted in tinkering and creating, most notably developing the Scheltgen Poultry Chicken Plucker a testament to his ingenuity His love for farming was matched by his enthusiasm for sports; he played hockey, fastball and slow-pitch, bowled, played horseshoes, and danced passionately In his younger years he could proficiently ride a unicycle and created a Penny Farthing bike which he rode in a few parades in his 80 s These bikes had no brakes! The cornerstone of Leonard s life was his family He would have celebrated 70 wonderful years of marriage with Cordelia Bouvier (Scheltgen) on July 6th 2025 Their faith in the Lord was celebrated together attending church and community functions Leonard found immense joy in spending time with his children Ronnie Leona Lorraine and Stella His delight in their laughter was profound as he engaged them in baseball pool shuffleboard and numerous card and board games Dad also was game for treats and never missing a chance to savor an ice cream cone, chocolate bar with a pop Family vacations were filled with adventure, as Leonard encouraged his children to embrace life’s experiences He built a go-cart, scooter, stilts, outdoor pool, and playhouse He took them on thrilling rides behind snowmobiles with toboggans, tire tubes and super slider snow skates His children cherished the time spent with Leonard in the shop and during chores, absorbing valuable life lessons from his side Leonard's legacy lives on through his sister Anne Triska, his son Ron Scheltgen, daughters Leona Schrenk (Lenard), Lorraine Ludwar (Tim), and Stella Evans (Farley), and his grandchildren Jennifer (Ian) Amanda (Nick) Tylor Kane (Moorea) Jolyn (Brent) Cassandra (Taylor) Jordanne (Jessee) and Branden He also leaves behind his great-grandchildren Slade Kipton Elliott Archer and Evelynn Predeceased by his beloved wife Cordelia parents Kamil and Josephine brothers Albert and an unnamed brother who passed at birth and grandson Onar Jade Schrenk Leonard's love and dedication to family and community will continue to inspire all who had the privilege of knowing him Funeral Mass was celebrated on Friday, July 25, 2025 at 11:00 a m , at St George Roman Catholic Church, Assiniboia, Saskatchewan Lunch and fellowship followed in the Parish Hall Leonard was laid to rest beside his wife Cordelia at Mount Hope Cemetery Leonard Peter Scheltgen will be fondly remembered and deeply missed He was a shining example to his family with his unyielding spirit that radiated warmth, humor, wit and kindness to everyone he encountered Love You DAD In Loving
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After graduating from high school, she worked at the bank where she met Art Fjeldberg who was one of her customers They were married in Assiniboia on August 5, 1958, and went on to have three children Parker married to Barb with their child Autumn; Kelly married to Rynae with Jackson and Carli and their daughter Claire, Justine and Tyler with children Scarlett and Tanner, Brandon, Tyson with his daughter Sydney; Nancy with her children, Marshall, Nash, Colton and Boston Rosalie spent her time very busy with the Royal Purple, Community Band and farming She was an amazing cook, and we all loved Grandmas cabbage rolls and cinnamon buns When the kids were older, she also started to work at the Coop in Assiniboia where she worked for over 25 years Art and Rosalie travelled extensively They especially loved cruising and the small resort in Mexico they went to for many years They had a beautiful love story that lasted 65 years till her beloved Art passed away on November 21st 2023 with Rosalie beside him After Arts passing she kept busy with playing cards coffee with the girls golfing spending time with family and travelling Rosalie always had a smile and time to visit and seemed to know everyone in Assiniboia We were all fortunate to have Rosalie for almost 84 years She was energetic and walked everywhere While we are understandably in shock about the suddenness of her passing, we take great comfort in the fact that she had a long healthy active life and now will be able to rejoin her beloved Art We will miss her, but we all know that she has lived a long wonderful life and that will comfort us through the coming days Celebration of Rosalie s life Service was held Monday, July 21, 2025 at 2:00 pm in St Paul s United, Assiniboia, SK Wendy Gibson officiating Interment at Mount Hope Cemetery Assiniboia SK Fellowship and lunch followed in lower hall of St Paul s United Church Donations in Memory of Rosalie may be made to the St Paul s United Church Memorial Fund Fond memories and expressions of sympathy for the Fjeldberg family may be shared at www rossfuneralservice com Arrangements entrusted to Ross Funeral Service Assiniboia SK
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Recognize the warning signs and risks of atrial fibrillation
Heart attack and stroke are two well-known cardiovascular diseases, but there are myriad additional threats to cardiovascular health, including atrial fibrillation, which is often referred to as “Afib.”
Television viewers accustomed to seeing advertisements for Afib medications might recognize the name of the condition but still come away with questions about what it is, its risk factors and other details.
Atrial fibrillation is an irregular heartbeat, or arrhythmia. When a person has Afib, the heart does not contract and relax to a regular beat. Instead, the upper chambers of the heart, also known as the atria, beat irregularly. When that occurs, an insufficient amount of blood is being pumped out of the atria, which causes the
blood to pool in those chambers. Pooled blood can clot, which in turn can cause blood to be pumped out of the heart to the brain. When that happens, it blocks the blood supply to the brain, and that can ultimately cause a stroke.
Patients who have Afib have described their experiences as feeling like their heart is banging against the wall of their chest and feeling as though their heart is beating so fast they are gasping for air. However, it’s important to note that some reported no symptoms prior to an Afib diagnosis.
Anyone can develop Afib, but there are various risk factors that can increase the chances someone receives an Afib diagnosis.
• Age: Risk for Afib increases with age. Though
Expert tips to getting used to new dentures
If you have, or will soon have, new dentures, a little discomfort is to be expected at first. Whether they’re partial or complete dentures, you’ll likely need a week or two to adjust before you can eat and speak as you did with your natural teeth. Follow these tips for a smooth transition.
Eating: Start with soft foods, then gradually add easy-to-chew items into your diet. Cut your food into small pieces and take small bites. Avoid biting with your front teeth and chew slowly on both sides to help keep your dentures stable. Hard or tricky foods and sticky items should be avoided.
Be aware that your dentures may affect your ability to taste if they cover part of your tastebuds. They may also limit your perception of food temperature, so steer clear of very hot foods to avoid burning your mouth.
Speaking: When you first wear new dentures, you may have some difficulty pronouncing certain letters or sounds, such as “s” and “v.” Speak more slowly until your mouth muscles adapt to holding your dentures in place. With a little practice, you’ll overcome any speech issues.
Remember, it’s normal to feel some discomfort. It may feel like your dentures are slipping, or you may experience increased saliva production during the first few days. These sensations will disappear with time. If they persist, contact your denturist.
instances are rare, children can be diagnosed with Afib.
• High blood pressure: Anyone with long-term, untreated high blood pressure is at elevated risk.
• Heart disease: increases a person’s risk for Afib. Various heart conditions that fall under the heart disease umbrella, including hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and coronary artery disease, increase risk for Afib.
• Lifestyle choices: An assortment of lifestyle choices, including some that might surprise people, can increase Afib risk. Smoking and drinking alcohol may increase Afib risk, but so can competing in sports at an elite level. But that shouldn’t deter people from physical activity, as a sedentary lifestyle is another risk factor for Afib.
Gravelbourg Legion receives funding from Saskatchewan Veteran Service Club Support
Sherri Solomko
Freelance Reporter
In a second consecutive year, the Saskatchewan Veteran’s Service Club Support Program has provided grants to organizations like Legion branches, as well as Army, Navy and Air Force Veterans (ANAVETS) units.
The Communications Branch of the province’s Ministry of Parks, Culture and Sport shares with SaskToday a list of Legion Branches accessing the Veteran Service Club Support Program, which include Gravelbourg, receiving $16,800 in funding.
Gravelbourg’s Legion President, Robert Bowler, told the Assiniboia Times, “We use the funding to upgrade our hall to make it more rentable.”
The Gravelbourg Legion Branch has a Facebook page that provides the latest news and updates on their community organization.
The July 21 media release stated, “Saskatchewan’s veterans’ service organizations play a vital role - enriching our communities, preserving local history and working tire -
lessly on behalf of veterans who have faithfully served our province and our country,” said Alana Ross, Minister of Parks, Culture and Sport.
“We cannot thank these organizations enough for their continued efforts and look forward to continuing to support this amazing work.”
Up to $30,000 was provided to 67 Legion branches, ANAVETS units and other registered nonprofit veterans organizations across the province.
The program is delivered collaboratively by the Royal Canadian Legion Saskatchewan Command, the Saskatchewan ANAVETS and the Government of Saskatchewan.
More information about the program, guidelines, applications and eligibility are available through the Royal Canadian Legion Saskatchewan Command.
Their mission is to serve veterans, which includes serving military and RCMP Members and their families, to promote remembrance, and to serve local communities and the country.
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Another great barbecue for Better Together, sponsored by South Country Equipment, was held July 29. From left, Nick Magnuson, Katie Mansuy, Camille Mansuy, Nicole Marcyniuk and Hunter Lageunesse.
Over 400 guests were served by the smiling staff of South Country Equipment, with the helping hands of some volunteers that served hamburgers and hot dogs.These volunteers included Derek Lessmeister, Adam Duxbury, Chris Mansuy, Bonnie Nelson, Carter Stusek.
