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Vol.116 No. 34 - Weyburn, Saskatchewan

Wednesday, August 26, 2026 - 8 Pages

Riley and Natalie cooled off at the outdoor pool, while enjoying the last week of the Spark Centre summer camp. Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review

COUGARS ON THE PROWL

Conservation officers monitoring activity human food sources. Cougar-human conflicts are rare as well, the ministry said, as cougars are generally shy and avoid human contact. However, residents should remain aware that cougars may be present in their area and take appropriate precautions when spending time outdoors. Stay alert to your surroundings, the ministry

School returns to session on Wednesday, September 2. Drivers are reminded to watch for pedestrians in school zones. Cougars are primarily nocturnal, with most sightings occuring at night or during the early morning hours. Photo courtesy Government of Saskatchewan

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Submitted The City of Weyburn is asking residents and businesses to temporarily conserve water following an extended power outage at the Nickle Lake intake on August. 23. Effective immediately, residents and businesses are asked to: • Stop lawn watering and irrigation. • Avoid washing vehicles or other non-essential outdoor water use. • Limit other non-essential water use wherever possible. Water can continue to be used for essential household and business needs, including drinking, cooking, hygiene and sanitation. This temporary conservation measure will help maintain the City’s treated water reserves while crews work to return normal water production levels at the Water Treatment Plant. The City will provide an update when the conservation request can be lifted.

said, make noise while hiking to avoid surprising wildlife. Keep pets on a leash. If an encounter with a cougar occurs where there is an imminent risk to human safety, call 911. To report an encounter with aggressive wildlife, and/or if public safety is at risk, call the Turn in Poachers and Polluters (TIPP) line at 1-800667-7561.

Weyburn FD looking for recruits

War, what is it good for?

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SaskToday The Ministry of Community Safety has advice for the public after a cougar was spotted in the Estevan area by a woman on August 18. In an email to SaskToday, the ministry said conservation officers in southeast Saskatchewan are aware of cougars in the area and continue to monitor reports of cougar activity. “The Ministry of Community Safety reminds residents that cougars are a natural part of the landscape throughout many areas of Saskatchewan, including the southeast region,” the ministry said. Cougar populations are not actively monitored, the ministry said, but it noted the animals have large home ranges, and animals observed in an area are often either moving through their established territory or juveniles searching for territory of their own. “Since cougars are primarily nocturnal, sightings are most likely to occur at night or during the early morning hours. Their diet consists mainly of deer, but they may also prey on smaller animals such as coyotes, porcupines and raccoons,” the ministry said. “Provincial regulations prohibit ... feeding cougars as they can become dangerous when they become habituated and conditioned to

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Andrea won the grand prize in the Summer Reading Program contest at the Weyburn Public Library, with the most hours read overall. Photos by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review

Mariam won second in the ages 2 to 5 category for the Summer Reading contest.

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Weyburn Fire Department calls for new recruits as emergency demand grows

SaskToday The City of Weyburn is seeking community-minded individuals interested in joining the Weyburn Fire Department (WFD) as paid-on-call firefighters or auxiliary members. With emergency call volumes continuing to grow, WFD is looking to add people who are ready to train, respond and take on a meaningful role in their community. “We want community members who are ready to challenge themselves, learn new skills and be part of a team that shows up for Weyburn and surrounding area,” said Acting Fire Chief Mike Wock. “You don’t need to come to us with previous firefighting experience. What we’re looking for is commitment, reliability and strong work ethic.” Paid-on-call members may respond to approxi-

Timothy won second in the ages 6 to 9 category for the Summer Reading Contest.

mately 225 emergency incidents each year and participate in regular training throughout the year. Firefighters attend Wednesday evening practices and complete WFD’s training program, which includes evening and some weekend commitments. Previous firefighting experience is not required, although experience or training in areas such as first aid, firefighting, mechanical or construction trades and heavy equipment operation may be considered an asset. WFD is recruiting for six operations positions and two auxiliary positions. Applications are available at weyburn.ca/ fire-department/recruitment and will be accepted until September 13, 2026. Recruitment timeline: -September 10: Department information session.

-September 13: Application deadline. -September 19: Job Skills Assessment. -October 5-16: Interviews. Successful candidates are expected to receive employment offers in late October, followed by onboarding and equipment fitting later in the year. Recruit training will begin in January 2027 and continue through July, with training held Wednesday evenings and every other weekend. Interested applicants are encouraged to review the full applicant package before applying. A current resume must be included with the application. WFD operates as a composite fire and rescue service made up of chief officers, career firefighters and paid-on-call members. More information about WFD can be found on the City of Weyburn website.

Teresa placed fourth in the ages 6 to 9 category for the Summer Reading Contest.

Many prize winners were not at the Summer Reading Program wrap-up.

Henry and Jack tied third place in the ages 2 to 5 category for the Summer Reading contest.

Cecilia won first in the ages 10 to 12 category for the Summer Reading Contest.

Everleigh placed fourth in the ages 10 to 12 category for the Summer Reading Contest.

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Weyburn childhood memories turned into a book

Submitted What started as a handful of funny childhood stories written as a gift for his children has turned into a published memoir for former Weyburn resident Devin N.P. Moldenhauer. His book, ‘Hanging From My Underwear’, looks back at growing up in Weyburn during the 1980s and 1990s — before cell

phones, text messages and social media, when leaving the house could sometimes be the beginning of an adventure. Even the unusual title comes directly from one of those adventures. “The title ‘Hanging From My Underwear ’ comes from a story about me and a few friends sneaking into the Weyburn

Devin Moldenhauer recently released a memoir called “Hanging From My Underwear.” Photo courtesy of Devin Moldenhauer

swimming pool on a warm summer night,” Moldenhauer said. “Without giving the whole story away, it eventually ended with me hanging by my underwear from a chain-link fence.” Moldenhauer attended Haig Elementary School before graduating from Weyburn Comprehensive High School. His memories include summer days at Nickle Lake, catching crayfish along the Souris River, roaming around town with friends and participating in one particularly chaotic Weyburn tradition — the Halloween egg wars. The first big Halloween egg war took place in 1992, when more than 200 kids turned the intersection by 7-Eleven into a full-blown battlefield. The chaos even made the pages of the Regina Leader-Post, which reported that the kids had “egged everything that went by — cars, people, buildings.” Moldenhauer was among them. “We barely got a few eggs off before the red and blue lights lit up the corner. Sirens, screeching tires, kids scattering in every direction,” he recalls in the book. “I took off running, but didn’t get far. Next thing I knew, I was stuffed into an already overfilled cruiser with five other idiots.” More than three decades

later, it is the sort of story that may sound unbelievable to younger readers — but familiar to a certain generation of Weyburn kids. Moldenhauer never intended to write a book. “I only intended to write down a few funny stories and give them to my kids as a bit of a present,” he said. “I wanted them to have a better idea of what it was like for us growing up in the ’80s and ’90s.” But one memory led to another. “It just grew organically,” he said. “More stories kept coming back to me, and eventually I thought, why not put it into book format and see if I could actually get it published?” He spent more than a year compiling the stories. While the book is primarily lighthearted and humorous, it also touches on some of the more difficult parts of his childhood, including family struggles and the trouble he occasionally found himself in. After graduating from Weyburn Comprehensive, Moldenhauer left Saskatchewan to see where life would take him. He eventually spent more than a decade living in Australia before returning to Canada and settling in Comox on Vancouver Island. Living elsewhere has given him an even great-

er appreciation for his hometown. “One thing that always comes up when I talk to people about growing up in Saskatchewan is how amazing the people are and what a great place it was to grow up as a kid,” he said. “Looking back now, I truly believe that. Weyburn was a great place to grow up.” For people who grew up during the same era, Moldenhauer hopes the book brings back a few memories of their own. “I hope it reminds people who grew up in the ’80s and ’90s of how easy and simple things could feel back then,” he said. “There were no emails, text messages or cell phones. You went out, found your friends and figured out what you were going to do.” He hopes younger readers get something from it. “I hope younger kids can have a laugh and get some insight into what life was like before all this technology,” he said. “And maybe it inspires them to go on a little adventure in their own hometown and enjoy what it has to offer.” After more than a year of work, seeing the finished book was something Moldenhauer never expected when he began writing those first few stories. “Having a physical copy show up in the mail and

Innovate Rural: Community resilience is part of innovation

Karen Briere SaskToday.ca Rural innovation means different things to different people, but maintaining and improving quality of life is key no matter where someone lives. Attendees from across Canada at a conference earlier this summer examined the opportunities and roadblocks to innovation in their regions. Innovate Rural conference organizer Gordon More, who is also executive director of the Southeast Techhub (SETH), moved to Estevan with his wife, a doctor, in 2022. He had retired but his background in technology and observation of what the city needed to boost innovation led him to SETH. He said people often think of business and products when they talk about innovation, but it’s more than that to him. “It’s the disruption of a process to make things better,” he said. More said a group of farmers sharing a single piece of equipment could be an example of innovation. In Estevan’s case, the city is based largely on power generation from coal, which was until recently supposed to be phased out.

That forced people to consider what comes next. The conference heard about other centres, such as Cape Breton, where the region has had to reinvent itself a few times after losing coal and then cod fishing. More said communities have to work with academia, government and industry as well as its residents to decide how it can be innovative. What works in one place might not work in another. When the tech hub was established in 2022, he heard people within Estevan question it by saying, “we’re not innovative.” Sometimes those comments come from outside communities doing bold things. However, More said rural communities are innovative by nature. They can be far from services and have to solve problems on their own all the time. One of the main issues he sees is the digital skills gap between urban and rural areas in a world moving headlong into artificial intelligence and more technology. “The training that we provide rural communities is not what we need in 2026,” he said. There was no computer science training available in

Estevan when the tech hub started, and the community is still struggling to get what it needs. Digital literacy is key for rural and remote regions, he said. The lack of such skills leads to finding misinformation, conspiracy theories and bad decisions. “Decisions are now made on emotion, not looking at the hard data and understanding what you need to do, the community needs to do and your family needs to do,” More said. The Rural Manitoba Economic Development Corp. in April published interactive regional profiles that provide data on demographics, the economy and more for seven regions, Winnipeg and the province as a whole. It also collaborated with Brandon University to release The Pulse of Rural Manitoba, a report that examined 37 indicators in 125 rural municipalities. Chief executive officer Margot Cathcart said people want information and they want to find it easily and quickly. For example, a business looking to locate somewhere in Manitoba could use the regional profiles to decide where to open up shop. Stephanie Ortynsky,

a Yorkton city councillor and associate researcher at the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association, encouraged communities to consider well-being when they talk about community resilience and innovation. “It means that we kind of switch the paradigm around and think more about the conditions that allow the young people and the planet to live healthy, stable, connected lives as foundational economic assets,” she said. New Zealand in 2019 announced its first Wellbeing Budget, which put well-being and environment at the centre. The idea is to incorporate social and

environmental indicators along with economic and fiscal metrics, into financial decisions. “Ultimately, how are we going to pass on our community in better shape to the next generation?” she said. Lloydminster mayor Gerard Aalbers said regions should play to their strengths in attracting businesses and people. “What does your community offer in quality of life?” he said, adding the first impression people have of a place is important. Speakers discussed cleanliness, child care, recreational facilities and other amenities.

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actually holding it was a crazy feeling,” he said. There was one more surprise. ‘Hanging From My Underwear’ reached No. 1 for a period of time on Amazon’s bestseller list in the Family and Childhood Biographies and Memoirs category. “For something that started with me writing a few stories for my kids, seeing it at number one was pretty amazing,” he said. ‘Hanging From My Underwear’ by Devin N.P. Moldenhauer is available on Amazon Canada at amazon.ca/dp/B0GZW4M4GG.

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Oil revenue continues to support the southeast area, with $1,475,748 being reported in the provincial oil and gas report for August. Photo courtesy of Bill Allen Photography

Limited harvest progress made in southeast, crop maturity slows

Cool temperatures and high humidity slowed crop maturity and limited harvest progress, according to the crop report for the period of August 11 to 17. Despite the challenging conditions, producers continued harvesting, with pulse crops accounting for most of the activity and a significant amount of cereal harvest also underway. Rainfall was variable across the region, with the Browning area report-

ing the highest amount at 115 millimetres (mm), followed by Enniskillen with106 mm and the Coalfields area with 102 mm. The additional moisture delayed operations in some areas but helped maintain soil moisture reserves. Cropland topsoil moisture is: eight per cent surplus; 49 per cent adequate; 39 per cent short; and four per cent very short. Hayland topsoil moisture is: nine per cent sur-

plus; 49 per cent adequate; 36 per cent short; and six per cent very short. Pasture topsoil moisture is: six per cent surplus; 46 per cent adequate; 39 per cent short; and nine per cent very short. Harvest progress remains slow across the region, with producers now approximately four per cent complete. Following last week’s rainfall and several humid days, field conditions have limited

harvesting opportunities and slowed crop dry-down. Producers are waiting for more favourable harvesting weather to start again. Despite these challenges, harvest operations continue where conditions permit, particularly in pulse crops, with some cereal acres also being taken off. Winter cereals harvested: Winter wheat: 35 per cent; and Fall rye: 33 per cent. Spring cereals harvested: Barley: 14 per

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cent; Spring wheat: two per cent; Oats: 14 per cent; and Canary seed: two per cent. Pulses harvested: Lentil: 17 per cent; and Field peas: 33 per cent. On-farm surface water supplies for livestock remain in good condition across the region. There are 86 per cent of producers are not experiencing water shortages, while 8 per cent report moderate shortages and 6 per cent anticipate shortages within the next

one to two months. Water quality is generally not a concern in the region. Environmental damage was reported in parts of the region this week. Rainfall combined with strong winds resulted in some crop lodging, which may create harvest challenges and may impact crop quality in localized areas. Producers continue to monitor fields as crops mature and harvesting conditions improve.

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War, what is it good for?

Police respond to disturbances The Weyburn Police Service responded to 103 calls for service during the week of August 16–23, 2026. Notable Incidents Disturbance: Police were called to a local drinking establishment on August 22 following a report of a disturbance involving two adult males. Investigation determined that a confrontation had occurred between the two individuals, with one male identified as the aggressor. As a result, one male was charged under The Alcohol and Gaming Regulation Act for engaging in disorderly conduct in a permitted establishment. He will appear in court at a later date. Disturbance/Refusal to Leave Property: Police were called to a residence on August 23 regarding an adult female who was refusing to leave the property. Upon arrival and after speaking with those involved, officers determined that the female was experiencing significant mental health distress. After assessing the circumstances, officers apprehended the female under The Mental Health Services Act and transported her to hospital for further assessment and care. When police encounter individuals experiencing a mental health crisis, officers assess the circumstances, including whether the individual may pose a risk of harm to themselves or others. When the legal criteria are met, police may apprehend the individual under The Mental Health Services Act and transport them for medical assessment. The primary focus in these situations is the safety and well-being of the individual and those around them. Person in Crisis: Police responded to a residence on August 23 following a report of an adult male armed with a knife and

threatening to harm himself. Due to the presence of a weapon and the potential risk to the individual, responding officers, family members, and others nearby, the situation required a cautious and measured response. Weyburn Police Service members successfully de-escalated the situation and were able to convince the male to put down the knife. He then agreed to accompany officers to hospital to receive further assessment and care. Alcohol was determined to be a contributing factor. Incidents involving a person in crisis and a weapon can be extremely tense and unpredictable for everyone involved. The Weyburn Police Service is thankful that officers were able to resolve this incident peacefully and that the individual was connected with appropriate care. CSO Breach: While conducting a curfew check on an adult male who was serving a Conditional Sentence Order (CSO), police determined that he was not at his residence as required by his conditions. The male was later located, arrested, and held in custody to appear before a judge. This incident serves as a reminder that individuals who are subject to court-ordered conditions—including an Undertaking, Probation Order, or Conditional Sentence Order—may be subject to compliance checks by police and probation officers. These checks are conducted regularly to ensure individuals are abiding by the conditions imposed by the court. Anyone found breaching their conditions may be arrested and, depending on the circumstances, held in custody for a court appearance. Anyone with information regarding any matter of a criminal nature, is encouraged to contact the WPS at (306) 848-3250.

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Norm Park/SaskToday.ca Okay, that’s sort of a line from an old protest song, but it works for this week’s observations. Only a few can relate to the genuine World Wars I and II and what they felt like. They were fought, believe it or not, with rules, uniforms, front lines, winners and losers. In recent years and today wars are vastly different and Canada with our meagre military resources has been taking reasonable, responsible routes. I can’t pretend to be a war historian or educator. I do know though what I see and feel. War or other conflicts in today’s global scenario are a messy mix of military might tossed into social, political, financial or religions ambitions or combinations thereof. Canada has limited its participation in these suspect activities and for good reason after playing major significant roles in both World Wars that meant something of worth like truth, freedom and country. In the early and mid 1950s, Canada’s military played a significant role in the Korean conflict serving as peacemakers and peacekeepers. Since then, Canada has chosen its battles and they have been few for good reason. Meanwhile our southern neighbour continues to flex military muscle believing it still means something. The U.S.A. may be back to where they found themselves several times before with their current war with Iran. Sure, Donnie Deflector got talked into it by Benny Netanyahu, but never mind, it was carried out willingly with Deflector pretending to be in charge before realizing but refusing to admit that he wasn’t. Nope, this was no regular real estate deal and it has cost billions of dollars and lives. You would think lessons would have been absorbed thanks to the conflicts in Viet Nam, Iraq and Afghanistan. These were wars that could not be won. They were not battles with frontlines, trenches and military uniforms that declared what side you were on. Viet Nam wore on for decades with a non-uniformed enemy and no established front line or any line. The winning side did it with tunnels, caverns, foliage and knowledge of where they were and what was available. The other side led by the U.S. after nearly three decades, finally gave up, and suffered a humiliating withdrawal via helicopters on rooftops in the final hours. Canada generally stayed out of that scene. We gained a few American citizens avoiding the draft, but otherwise were generally observers. Iraq? Well, again the U.S. after chasing Hussein’s forces out of Kuwait, decided a few months later they needed to finish the job, declaring Iraq had weapons of mass destruction. That wasn’t true, but it didn’t stop them. They needed democracy. Saddam and his army had retreated but not before setting fire to hundreds of oil wells in Kuwait. So the Americans chased Hussein and eventually found him in a ditch, but could not find or establish democracy. Canada meanwhile, sent teams of oil fire suppression experts into the Kuwaiti fields to ex-

tinguish 90 per cent of the fires, then they came home. Middle Eastern countries are not interested in establishing democratic governments. They are used to tribal rule and while we don’t know much about that lifestyle, the U.S. led by Deflector types, seem eager to change their minds while barely clinging to their revered but now messy democratic model in their own country. Now it’s Iran and again, it’s proving to be a decision of attack first, think later, or as the old saying goes ready, fire, aim. Iran is teaching the U.S. the same old lesson. In the two decade onslaught in Afghanistan, it was the same story for the Americans ending in a humiliating, chaotic retreat after declaring the game ended in a tie. Well, don’t say that in front of the Taliban. Canada’s leadership decided we should play a role in that one with limited success and eventually withdrew most personnel before the final chaotic mess happened. If memory serves me correctly that war with only one side wearing uniforms and trying to play by internationally established rules, cost Canada 158 military lives and one media reporter. I suppose we could go on with comments on the Palestine (Gaza/Hamas) vs. Israeli ongoing conflict that will continue for several more years with politics and religion leading the charge for both sides. No winners there and fortunately Canada determined it was best to take on the role of observer and relief operations. Helping pick up the pieces of what might be left was the better choice. Russia vs. Ukraine, again caused by an autocratic leader who believed he had the upper hand and knew a lot of stuff. Well, Vlady didn’t and doesn’t but that war is keeping him from facing an inevitable downfall… so the fight will go on until both sides declare victory while accepting a tie. In the meantime, Vlady has called on his buddy in North Korea to send him 40,000 troops to serve as cannon and drone fodder. It appears the U.S. will have to go on a real journey to find allies to join them in their dubious military adventures in the near future. They used to have quite a few. We’re now betting they don’t have any. Canada? Denmark? Germany? U.K.? France? Poland? Venezuela? Anyone? Anyone? We’re guessing Russia is in the same scenario. Well, they still have Belarus and aforementioned N. Korea in their back pocket, but after that? Nada. Canada has wisely stayed out of the messy mix-ups and for good reason. It’s still comforting to know we are finally restoring military clout for a good reason. Canadian leaders must continue to have clear headed thinking in the situation rooms when it comes to military adventures. In the meantime, let’s keep our disputes focused on things that matter such as AI data centres, Alberta pipelines and maybe leave Canada votes, First Nations’ lands, Canadiens Vs. Leafs, Riders Vs. Argonauts, Pierre Vs. Mark and Hoodies Vs. Bunny Hugs. Let’s keep the blood flow low OK? It’s the Canadian way, eh?

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Season starts for minor football

Cooper Knox left, waited until the receiver was in position to throw a pass during the fall camp for Photos by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review the Weyburn Comp. Eagles football team on August 21 to 23.

Coaches could change look of WHL teams

Benny Walchuk SaskToday.ca There will be a different look behind the benches of three Saskatchewan WHL teams this season. The Swift Current Broncos, Regina Pats and Moose Jaw Warriors are entering 2026-27 with new head coaches, but the circumstances surrounding those changes are very different. In Swift Current, Travis Crickard takes over as general manager and head coach, giving him the opportunity to put his stamp on the entire organization. The Broncos are also entering their 40th anniversary season, so there’s plenty of reason for optimism and plenty of pressure to get things moving in the right direction. In Regina, David Bell arrives with significant American Hockey League experience after spending seven seasons with the Belleville Senators. The Pats are hoping his experience developing young players can help move the franchise forward. In Moose Jaw, it’s more about continuity. The Warriors promoted

Scott King after he spent a decade with the organization. He knows the players, the system and the expectations, which could make for a much smoother transition. That’s what makes the coaching changes so interesting. Swift Current is looking to build something new. Regina is looking for a fresh

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direction. Moose Jaw is trying to keep the momentum going with someone already familiar with the organization. In the WHL, coaching matters. They deal with young players who are still developing, so a coach has to be more than someone who draws up systems. He has to be a teacher, com-

municator and leader. That will be the challenge for all three. By Christmas, we should have a pretty good idea of which coaching change has made the biggest impact. For now, though, the three Sask. teams are turning the page, and that makes the upcoming WHL season a little more interesting.

The Weyburn Minor Football teams start their regular season this weekend. Registration is still open for any players in the U12 and U10 divisions. U10 Cardinals Sunday, September 6 Elks Field - Moose Jaw U10 Jamboree Sunday, September 13 Brent Allin Field Weyburn U10 Jamboree Sunday, September 20 Woodlawn Field Estevan U10 Jamboree Sunday, September 27 Elks Field - Moose Jaw U10 Jamboree U12 West Country Ravens Saturday, August 29 Lions vs. Ravens 5:30 p.m. Brent Allin Field Weyburn Saturday, September 5 Ravens at Lions 5:30 p.m. Elks Field - Moose Jaw Saturday, September 12 Ravens at Rockets 10:00 a.m. Assiniboia High School Field - Assiniboia Friday, September 18 Bulldogs vs. Ravens 6:30 p.m. Brent Allin Field Weyburn Tuesday, September 22

Ravens at Chargers 6:30 p.m. Woodlawn Field Estevan Saturday, September 26 Chargers at Ravens 5:30 p.m. Brent Allin Field Weyburn Playoffs begin Thanksgiving weekend. U14 Falcons Saturday, August 29 Vikings at Falcons 7:30 p.m. Brent Allin Field Weyburn Saturday, September 5 Falcons at Steelers 1:00 p.m. Swift Current High School Field Swift Current Saturday, September 12 Falcons at Raiders 6:00 p.m. Elks Field - Moose Jaw Saturday, September 19 Falcons at Oilers 5:30 p.m. Woodlawn Field Estevan Friday, September 25 Oilers at Falcons 7:30 p.m. Brent Allin Field Weyburn Friday, October 2 Gators at Falcons 7:00 p.m. Brent Allin Field Weyburn Playoffs begin Thanksgiving weekend.

Eagles vs Estevan starts season

Max Vennard, far right, carried the ball past the scrimmage line during the Eagles fall camp.

Weyburn Comp High School Eagles to play Estevan Saturday, August 29 at 1 p.m. Darold Kot Field $5 entry for adults students/kids are free. Friday Night lights Friday, September 4 at 7 p.m. Brent Allin Field

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Reina Marie Florence Hammer late of Weyburn, Saskatchewan, passed away on August 6, 2026 at the age of 77 years. Reina Marie Florence (Deschambault) Hammer was born in Radville, SK on April 06, 1949. She married Lyle Hammer on September 23, 1967. Reina is predeceased by her parents, Edward and Marie Reine Deschambault; brothers, Gilbert and Emile Deschambault; sisters, Doris Pearson and Lea VanDeSype; sister in law, Marylou Deschambault (Laurie); husband Lyle Hammer and son Todd Hammer. Reina will be lovingly remembered by her daughter, Twyla (Eric) Sim; grandchildren, Brasen and Ember Sim; sisters, Denise (Dave) Mohns, Alice Cherpin (Emile Carles); sister in law, Carol Smith (Gilbert Deschambault); brother, Laurie Deschambault (Marylou) as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, in laws, and friends who are like family. At the request of Reina and family, there will be no service held. A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. Donations in memory of Reina may be sent to “Mending Little Hearts of Saskatchewan” care of the Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital Foundation located at 1-345 #3rd Ave South Saskatoon, SK S7K 1M6 or at (https://pattisonchildrens.ca/community-fundraiser/mending-little-hearts-fund/). A butterfly lights beside us like a sunbeam, and for a brief moment its glory and beauty belong to our world. But then it flies again... and though we wish it could have stayed, we feel lucky to have seen it. Condolences may be left at: www.fletcherfuneralchapel.com. Arrangements In Care Of Fletcher Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services, Weyburn, Saskatchewan, 306-842-5432. Financial Services

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Half Price $100 each. Dehumidifier/ 20” Alum ladder/ Ladies 6-Speed Supercycle Phone 306-842-4276

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Brian and Gail’s vegetable and baking Saturdays – 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Expressions on Third Street. Weyburn Concert Series Annual General Meeting August 31, 2026 7:00 PM RM of Weyburn Community Room 1633 First Ave. NE Weyburn.

Card of Thanks Attention: Brie Halberg Weyburn public should be very proud of how beautiful the flowers have been arranged and cared for by you. We thank you for all your hard work in keeping the flowers looking beautiful for us in Weyburn and community. Don Bohn

Threshing Bee Sukanen Ship Museum September 12 and 23 Daily demonstrations ploughing, binding, reaping, threshing, vintage vehicle parades and antique tractor pull, Reserve campaign 306-693-7315, Sukanenshipmuseum.ca

General Employment The Kamsack Times is hiring a Local Journalism Initiative (LJI) Reporter to produce original civic journalism for Kamsack; Cote, Keeseekoose and The Key First Nations; and surrounding towns. Job is a term position until March 31, 2027. Apply with cover letter and three writing samples to Devan Tasa at dtasa@tasamedia.ca.

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Province gears up for annual Terry Fox fundraiser

SaskToday In one month, the 46th annual Terry Fox Run will take place in over 525 communities across Canada on September 20. This annual fundraiser has generated over $1 billion to date to support cancer research. In 2025, the 45th anniversary year, the Terry Fox Run saw significant increases in fundraising dollars raised across Canada, breaking numerous community fundraising records. With finalized numbers being released earlier this summer, in year-overyear calculations, Saskatchewan Communities raised 29 per cent more than the previous year. In fact, Saskatchewanians, through their community and school runs brought in a record breaking $1,130,663 raised from our 1.266 million population. In 1980, 22 year old Terry Fox stated, “When I started this run, I said that if we all gave one dollar, we’d have $22 million for cancer research, and I don’t care man, there’s no reason that

isn’t possible. No reason.” Terry asked for $1 from every Canadian and each year we have been striving for that goal. This is the closest we have been. In 2025, 21 communities in Saskatchewan knocked the per capita ratio out of the park, going above and beyond Terry’s $1 per person challenge. Saskatchewan took the No. 1 and No. 2 spots in per capita across Canada and had five communities in the top 20. We need all of Saskatchewan to give to help us keep our position and go over the $1 per person mark in 2026. Help your neighbours by donating just a little more. One extra dollar will cover their portion, help those you can. Cancer knows no boundaries. Donate in honour of someone you know who had cancer, organizers urge. Donate in honour of everyone you know who doesn’t yet have cancer. Two in five people will eventually get the disease, help us stop it before it ever reaches them, the organization said.

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Wednesday, August 26, 2026

Weyburn Review

Our friendly and concerned neighbourhood service providers and merchants have joined together to bring you these important safety tips.

Have a healthy and safe school year!

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ALWAYS use the sidewalk when walking to and from school. If there is no sidewalk, walk facing traffic.

BE aware of the street traffic around you. Avoid wearing headphones while walking. CROSS in front of the bus, and make sure the driver sees you pass.

CLUB CAFE

118 3RD STREET N.E. • 306-842-2235

DON’T stand too close to the curb while waiting for the bus. Stay a safe distance back.

Hon. Michael Weger, MLA for Weyburn-Bengough (306) 842-5005 | office@weyburnbengough.ca

ENTER and exit the8/17/2026 bus 4:10:49 PM in a single-file line, letting younger students go first.

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FACE forward & remain seated throughout the entire bus ride.

Thank you for your service!

GET to your bus stop five minutes before the bus is scheduled to arrive.

HOLD onto the handrail when you are entering and exiting the bus.

JAYWALKING is dangerous. Cross the street at crosswalks.

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(306) 842-4185

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KEEP a safe distance between you and the bus while waiting for it to stop.

LOOSE drawstrings and objects should be secured, so they don’t get caught on the handrail or door of the bus. Amanda Mack

REALTOR®

306.461.9363

MAKE some new friends this year.

Maurer’s Meats Ltd. City Centre Mall, Weyburn, Sask. Ph: 306-842-4689

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1355 Coteau Ave. W., Weyburn • (306) 842-2303

IF you miss the bus, call a parent or guardian to drive you to school. Never ask a stranger!

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NEVER throw things on the bus or out the bus window, and always keep your hands and arms inside. OBEY your bus driver’s rules and regulations, so he or she can get you to school quickly and safely.

PRACTICE physical distancing whenever possible. QUICKLY go to your seat when you enter the bus, and keep your feet and belongings out of the aisle.

REMEMBER to look to the right before you step off the bus. Careless drivers in a hurry may sometimes try to pass on the right.

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STAY on the sidewalk, at least 10 feet from the road, while waiting for the bus. TALK quietly on the bus, so you don’t distract or annoy the driver. 306-842-2711

USE hand sanitizer and wash your hands frequently.

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VACANT lots and buildings should be avoided on your walk to the bus stop. WAIT for a signal from the bus driver before you cross the street.

306-842-7401

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X MARKS railroad tracks. Be silent when a bus comes to a railroad crossing, so the driver can hear if a train is coming. YOU should choose a proper backpack. PACK IT LIGHT • WEAR IT RIGHT!

134 Railway Ave. 306-842-3395 Zzzz. Get a good night of sleep, so you can start each school day feeling refreshed.

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