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Vol.116 No. 35 - Weyburn, Saskatchewan
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 - 8 Pages
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Members of the Weyburn Gold Wings sold hot dogs and burgers as a fundraiser for the team, outside the SaskTel store, on August 27. Pictured, l-r, Harbour Janz, Liv Peck, Harper Danchilla, Kaley Allard, Zoe Bigoraj and Tila Boyd Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
FUEL GOOD Funds raised to support three organizations On Fuel Good Day: • 10¢ per litre of fuel sold will be donated to three local community groups, including Weyburn Communithon Foundation, Milestone Public Library and Souris Valley Daycare. • 5¢ per pound of propane sold on September 15 will be donated. • $2 from every Extreme Car Wash purchased from September 9 to 15 will be contributed. • Additional in-store promotions at our gas bar locations. Every dollar raised stays local, helping make a difference in the communities they serve. Join the Prairie Sky Co-op on September 15 and help turn everyday purchases into meaningful support for local causes.
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For the 10th year in a row, Co-op’s from across Western Canada will be donating money for every litre of petrol sold on this special day to a local charity or organization. “Fuel Good Day is a great example of how our members and customers help make a meaningful difference right here at home every time they fuel up,” added Wahl. In 2025, the community helped raise $5,000 to these three groups: Young Fellows Park, Milestone SCC and Prairie Hills First Responders. In 2024, the community helped raise $4,800 to these three groups: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Weyburn, Milestone and Rural Volunteer Fire Department and Southeast Regional Library Lake Alma Branch.
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When local residents fuel up at any Prairie Sky Co-op Gas Bar on September 15, they will help support local organizations in communities. “With the support of our customers, Prairie Sky Co-op has donated more than $43,000 back into our community through Fuel Good Day since 2017,” said Danielle Wahl, Member Relations Manager for Prairie Sky Co-op. “As Fuel Good Day celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, we’re hopeful we can bring that total contribution close to $50,000.” Funds raised in Weyburn support the Weyburn Communithon, with proceeds distributed among eight local member agencies. These organizations provide essential programs and services that help meet the needs of individuals and families throughout our community.
The Canadian Mental Health Association of Weyburn will hold their ninth annual semi-colon tattoo event on Saturday, September 12 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tattoo artists Mark Kenway and Ryan Lokken will lend their talent and support to this meaningful community fundraiser, held at Under Your Skin Tattoos. Cost is $50 per person and 90 spots is the maximum for the day. The event aims to raise awareness, promote mental health and honour the strength, courage, and resilience represented by the semi-colon symbol. For many, the semi-colon serves as a powerful reminder that their story is not over and that hope remains. The event also recognizes World Suricide Prevention Day which is on September 10. “Together, let’s break the stigma, encourage open conversations and support those affected by suicide. Every conversation matters. Every life matters,” said Tasha Collins, CMHA Weyburn. Under Your Skin Tattoo has partnered with the CMHA Weyburn Branch on eight previous occasions. Together, Mark and Ryan have completed 702 semi-colon tattoos and donated $22,220 to support CMHA Weyburn local mental health programs, services, and initiatives. Their ongoing commitment to mental health awareness and community support continues to make a lasting impact. Each year, the artists complete as many tattoos as possible while creating opportunities for meaningful conversations about mental health. To book a tattoo, email Tasha Collins of the CMHA at tashac@cmhask.com, or phone the CMHA centre at 306-842-7959. Canada Post Canadian Publications Mail Sales Product Agreement No. 40069240 Publication Mail Registration No. 09093
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eHealth warns of health card scam
Dominos Pizza Weyburn held their grand opening and customer appreciation day on August 27. Pictured, l-r, employees Elijah Woodend and Yash Dua, co-owner Maani Hanjrah, Rashwinder Kaur, co-owner Harry Singh, Elyse Mantei, Mayor Jeff Richards, Councillor Laura Morrissette, Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review employees Daniil Kozlov, Shyam Chaudhari and Nishan Patel.
eHealth Saskatchewan is warning residents about a scam regarding their health cards. Text messages and phone calls claiming to be from eHealth Saskatchewan indicate Saskatchewan health cards are expired, outdated or require immediate replacement. People are asked to click a link to update their information and may be asked to pay a fee or provide personal information to maintain access to health care services, update their records, or renew their health card. There is no charge for a Saskatchewan health card. Any request for payment will indicate it is a scam. Do not click on any links or give out credit card information.
The warning comes as Saskatchewan is entering a health card renewal season with renewal stickers starting to appear in the mail mid-September through the end of October. Here’s what residents need to know: • Most Saskatchewan health cards expire at the end of December 2026. • Health cards that do not expire December 2026 have an expiry date printed on the card. • Renewal stickers will be automatically mailed to eligible households starting mid-September. • eHealth will never contact residents by text message or call about health card renewal. • There is no charge to receive a health card or update your information.
games on Friday, September 11 at 4 p.m. Code Quest will encourage ages eight to 12 to take a first step into the world of coding through unplugged activities to build the problem-solving and logical thinking skills at the heart of programming on Monday, September 28 at 4 p.m. A Family Book Club open to ages five and older, along with caregivers, will discuss ‘Charlotte’s Web’ by E.B. White on Saturday, September 19 at 10:30 a.m. InBeTween Club (ages 11 to 17 years) Design and decorate bedazzled tumblers with gems on Wednesday, September 2. Fill a bingo card with iconic video game characters, items and power-ups on Wednesday, September 9. Create and discover dirty sodas while hanging with friends on Wednesday, September 16. Learn how to create special effects by learning
make-up techniques with Kendra from Facetastic Faces on Wednesday, September 23. All programs start at 6 p.m. Family Programs (all ages, children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult) Celebrate ‘Grandparents Day’ by creating a craft on Saturday, September 5 at 10:30 a.m. Families can celebrate gaming culture during Video Game Day on Saturday, September 5 from 1:30 to 4 p.m. The Saskatchewan Waste Reduction Council will host a Repair Cafe at the Library on Saturday, September 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Books and Games New players are welcome during the tabletop role-playing game nights every Monday at 6 p.m. Marvel Multiverse RPG and Daggerheart will be played on September 14 and 28. Dungeons and Dragons and Borderlands RPG will be played on September 21. The adult book club will share their thoughts on ‘Somebody’s Daughter’ by Ashley C. Ford on Thursday, September 10 at 6:30 p.m. Christalee Froese, the leader of the More Joy Movement, will attend an author reading on Thursday, September 24 at 6:30 p.m. After the book reading, Christalee will lead a journaling workshop to help others improve their own mental health. For more information on programs held at the Weyburn Public Library, visit their website at weyburnpubliclibrary.weebly.com, or follow them on Facebook.
Fall in love with reading at the Weyburn Public Library
The Weyburn Public Library encourages local residents to fall into love for reading and various September programs. Wiggles and Giggles (newborn to two years with caregivers) A cozy autumn adventure with leaf crafts and activities on Monday, September 14. Experience
apple activities designed to encourage movement and fun on Monday, September 21. Enjoy songs and stories during Fall Sensory Play on Monday, September 28. All programs start at 10 a.m. Little Explorers (ages two to five with caregivers) Celebrate the beauty
of fall with stories, songs and hands-on fun on Tuesday, September 8. Enjoy delightful apple-themed stories, songs, rhymes and create a festive apple craft on Tuesday, September 15. Stretch, move and imagine with Sunny from Helpful Hippy at a special yoga story-time on Tuesday, September 22.
From the Show & Sale Ring, to the Grandstand and Midway — Thank You! The rides and livestock have moved on and the grandstand has gone quiet for another year. Weyburn Agricultural Society extends a heartfelt thank you to our Board of Directors, volunteers, sponsors, 4-H buyers, exhibitors, and everyone from near and far who attended this year’s 84th Annual 4-H days and our 117th Annual Fair Days.
Your support and dedication helped make our week of events a wonderful celebration of agriculture, community and tradition. Thank you to everyone who helped make it all possible! We can’t wait to see you all again in 2027.
Celebrate the colours, sounds and excitement of the harvest season through stories and activities on Tuesday, September 29. All programs start at 10 a.m. KidVentures (ages six to ten years) Enjoy an actionpacked afternoon full of teamwork, problemsolving and laughs during Relay Fun on Thursday, September 3. Design and craft a beautiful one-of-akind creation with air dry clay mosaics on Thursday, September 10. Relax after school by learning yoga with Sunny from the Helpful Hippy on Thursday, September 17. Mix, match and get creative with applies and tasty toppings while making Apple Nachos on Thursday, September 24. All programs start at 4 p.m. Odds and Ends Level Up Friday for ages six to 12 will celebrate the end of the school week with an afternoon of
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Annual pruning ban ends, curb the spread of Dutch Elm disease
SaskToday.ca Saskatchewan residents can safely prune elm trees again as the annual pruning ban comes to an end. The provincial pruning ban is in place from April 1 to Aug. 31 each year to help curb the spread of Dutch elm disease (DED). The fungus that causes DED is spread by elm bark beetles, which are most active during the ban period. Fresh cuts can attract the
beetles and spread the disease to healthy trees. Whether you decide to hire someone to trim your trees or do it yourself, pruning correctly is important to avoid damaging your trees or spreading diseases, says Sask. Environment. The ministry advises that if you hire someone, make sure they are qualified. In Saskatchewan, anyone who prunes elm trees commercially must
Members of the Weyburn Concert Series sold tickets during a pop-up sale at Grace United Church on August 27. Back row, l-r, Wendy Postnikoff and Bonnie Lillejord. Middle row, Judy Van Betuw, Lynnette Richards and Gloria Mildenberger. Far right, Nancy Smoliak. The next pop up sale for the Concert Series will be Tuesday, September 8 at Grace United Church from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
have completed a provincially recognized training program or be supervised by someone who has. It is also critical to dispose of any elm wood promptly at the location designated by your local municipal authority. It is illegal to store, use or transport (except for disposal) elm firewood, as the wood can carry the beetles that spread DED. For more information, or if you suspect an elm tree may have DED, contact the Ministry of Environment’s Inquiry Centre at 1-800-567-4224 or centre.inquiry@gov.sk.ca.
Outdoor pool closes September 8 & Youth Swim | Monday, Wednesday and Friday: 1:15–4:45 p.m. There were three sponsors for the free swim programs that were made available throughout the summer: Weyburn Agricultural Society (Mondays), Rotary Club of Weyburn (Wednesdays) and Young Fellows Club of Weyburn (Fridays).
The WLC outdoor pool closes September 8. Local residents can check the online drop-in schedule for weekend swimming schedule. The Young Fellows Paddling Pool closes today, September 2, with the Mobile Play Park on site until the season wraps up.
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Submitted Summer ’s winding down, but there’s still time to make a splash before Weyburn’s outdoor pools close for the season. Lane Swim | Monday– Friday: 6–8:30 a.m., 12–1 p.m., and 5–6 p.m. Public Swim | Monday–Friday: 8:45–11:45 a.m., 1:15–4:45 p.m., and 6:15–8:45 p.m. Free Child
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Completely Branded and Sports celebrated both a third anniversary and grand opening on August 28. The local embroidery company now offers all the essentials for sports teams. Pictured, l-r, are employee Sawyer Aquila, Mayor Jeff Richards, owner Tascha Jasper, and employees April Dammann and Anne Phair. Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Well-Nest Workshop to help build and enhance life skills for young adults
Submitted Envision Counselling and Support Centre is bringing a new opportunity for young adults to build practical life skills, confidence, and connections through the Well-Nest Program. Designed for young adults ages 17 to 25, WellNest provides practical, interactive workshops focused on the skills needed to navigate adulthood. Topics include budgeting and finances, healthy relationships and boundaries, employment and goal setting, mental health and selfcare, meal planning and nutrition, and housing. The program goes beyond traditional workshops, incorporating discussions, hands-on activities, real-life scenarios, and opportunities for participants to learn alongside their peers. “Being a young adult comes with a lot of new responsibilities, and there isn’t always a roadmap for figuring it all out,” said Raven Daer, Communications Specialist with En-
vision Counselling and Support Centre. “Well-Nest is about creating a welcoming space where young people can learn practical skills, ask questions, build confidence, and know that they don’t have to navigate this stage of life alone.” Well-Nest is designed to support well-being by recognizing the connections between financial stability, mental health, relationships, nutrition, housing, and personal goals. Participants will leave with practical tools and knowledge they can apply to their everyday lives. The program takes place Thursday evenings at the Weyburn Public Library from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Registration and inquiries are available via email,
intake@envisioncounsellingcentre.com. Hard copies of the registration form are available at the Weyburn Public Library. Envision remains committed to working alongside community members, organizations, businesses, and partners to ensure individuals and families throughout Southeast Saskatchewan can access meaningful support when they need it. The Community WellNest Program is made possible through funding from the Community Initiatives Fund (CIF), whose support helps Envision Counselling and Support Centre Inc. develop responsive programs and resources that strengthen individual and community well-being. 26092SS1
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F RO M T H E S I D E L I N E S Another kind of harvest
Police called to break/enter
The Weyburn Police Service responded to 109 calls for service during the week of August 24–30, 2026. Notable Incidents Assault with a Weapon: Police received a complaint on August 25 involving two adult males operating separate vehicles. It was reported that one of the males pursued the other in his vehicle before exiting and brandishing an expandable baton. The suspect struck at the victim and his vehicle with the baton. The victim was able to drive away from the area and contacted police. Police later located and arrested the suspect. He was charged with Assault with a Weapon, Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose, and Breach of a Probation Order. The male was held in custody and is scheduled to appear in court on a later date. Mischief/Theft of Fuel: Police received another report of a vehicle fuel tank being drilled and gasoline stolen on August 26. In this occurrence, a U-Haul truck parked at a compound was targeted. Police have not identified any suspects at this time. As similar incidents have been reported, members of the public and local businesses are encouraged to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity or similar occurrences to police. Traffic Collision: While on patrol on August 28, police came upon a three-vehicle collision that had just occurred at 16th Street and Ebel Road. Due to the apparent severity of the collision, Weyburn Fire Services and EMS were requested to attend. The investigation determined that an adult female driver was stopped on 16th Street waiting to turn left onto Ebel Road. An adult male driving behind her did not observe the stopped vehicle in time and struck it from behind. The impact pushed
the female driver’s vehicle into the oncoming lane, where it was struck head-on by a northbound vehicle. The male driver was charged with Driving Without Due Care and Attention. The female driver who was struck from behind was transported to hospital by EMS with injuries. All three vehicles required towing from the scene. Assault: Police were called to a domestic disturbance at a residence in Weyburn on August 25. Upon arrival, officers learned that an adult male had left the residence after allegedly assaulting an adult female. While police were searching for the male, he returned to the residence and was arrested. He was charged with Assault. As the male was intoxicated by alcohol, he was held in cells until sober and subsequently released with conditions, including having no contact with the victim. Break and Enter: On the evening of August 25, police received a report of a break and enter at the Heritage Village office. Money was stolen from a donation box inside the building. The investigation remains ongoing. Mental Health/Wellbeing The Weyburn Police Service responded to 35 mental health and wellbeing-related occurrences during the past week. Of particular concern were several occurrences involving individuals requiring assistance following suspected drug use, including suspected fentanyl use. EMS assisted police in transporting individuals to hospital for assessment and medical care. The Weyburn Police Service reminds the public that suspected drug overdoses are medical emergencies. Anyone who believes someone may be experiencing an overdose should call 911 immediately
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Norm Park/SaskToday.ca It’s harvest time and while I have commented on the pure enjoyment of witnessing true farmers bringing crops home and to market, I never mentioned my brief personal foray into that world. Just too modest perhaps, maybe, but I would rather take the “just too stupid” route when referring to my limited agricultural background. We must keep in mind that memories can be a bit foggy when describing stupid stuff done as an eight to 10-year-old. I had sat in on a couple of early agriculture based pseudo science lessons in school and got excited enough to put a plan in place. Unfortunately I was a townie kid. The only potential agricultural property we owned was a back yard featuring a rhubarb patch near a detached garage, a little bit of grass and for the grace of God … a lot of dirt! Or soil, as the farmers would say. I needed to grow wheat I proclaimed at the supper table one mid April evening. My sister said I was nuts, but I ignored her assessment. She often called me names worse than that. My mother rolled her eyes, but did not elicit a sturdy “NO,” so I took it as a Yes. Okay, I had to pick out my one small fraction of an acre piece of cropland in the yard. That was easy, a nice plot of dirt (err soil) near the back fence. I dug and tamped down and tussled the dirt (soil) into something … well, something. Getting product to put in the ground was another. But when Walter, our neighbour who happened to be a farmer, heard of my ambitions for my five-foot by eight-foot plot, he was happy to provide seed. It probably was swept up from the back of his truck he often brought into town. He presented me with two pouches of seed and wished me luck. I forgot to ask him how deep it needed to be planted, but figured anything from two to four inches would be fine. So I hauled out my seeder … i.e. a broken branch from a poplar tree but that didn’t work too well so I switched to a wooden spoon from the kitchen. Much better and it didn’t break until I was almost finished! I didn’t use the scatter method to plant, but rather with my remarkable genius for agriculture husbandry, I figured the seeds should be planted close together. Just like the big seeding machines worked, or at least I thought that was how they worked. I covered the furrows, did a little tamping again, marked down the date in a scribbler and waited for rain, just like a real farmer. Weed killer? Well, that was me, obviously since I couldn’t afford a chemical solution. Also kept my eye out for gophers and hoppers in case they decided to invade. They didn’t. I believe they had bigger missions to complete other than my field of dreams. It got a bit dry, but I held a big advantage over the regular agriculture guys. A garden hose and a good dose of dribble and problem solved. No need for fertilizer either. I had to keep within budget. I do clearly remember my pure joy
when spotting the actual sign of life sprouting from my make shift field. And that wheat grew and grew and reached up swiftly throughout the summer. Of course I monitored my crop between baseball games and assigned work commitments at our store. Near the end of August, getting ready to go back to school, Ron, Walter’s son, informed me that he had viewed my crop and advised it was time to harvest and offered me the use of their combine. I’m sure he meant it as a joke, but for a brief moment I had visions of having to knock down the fence to allow their monster machine into the yard. Did I mention stupid earlier? I politely refused the offer and arranged my own harvest equipment, a pair of big scissors from the junk drawer in our kitchen. It was painstaking work, but I cut and laid the sheaves in my wagon and for separation … well, how about rolling and rubbing the heads of grain, just like you would see in a movie when a farmer felt the need to “check the crop.” Well, I needed more than a check, I needed a harvest and patience for more than a couple of hours to fill two or three pickle jars with golden grain. I was done … or so I thought. With a big grins again, the neighbours wanted to know how my grain had graded? Oh Oh. Did I have No. 1 red spring or No. 2 or whatever. That required a trek to the edge of town to visit the Wheat Pool elevator with my jars of grain in a bag. The friendly agent I believe had been forewarned of my impending appearance so he was prepared to humour me. I was afraid to look, but he apparently examined samples from the jars and declared I was indeed the owner of the best quality of wheat on this side of the planet. Wow! So what now? I reported my summer’s results to the same so-called science teacher who had provided me with the incentive in the previous academic year. He was really impressed with my fortitude and commitment. (Or maybe not, but this is my column so I can claim he was suitably impressed). I was pleased to report that like most farmers in the region, “I broke even with my crop,” thanks to no cash input and no cash receipts even though I had been willing to leave my crop at the elevator for pick up. Unfortunately I wasn’t a Pool member. I brought the grain home and that winter my mother suggested we could toss it onto an old pie plate to place in the back yard to feed the sparrows. “After all, if those sparrows are brave enough to stick around all winter, they deserve a little support from us,” she argued, so that’s what we did. So, it turns out, my crop was for the birds, literally and figuratively and that sounded kind of all right for the stupid kid who thought he could be a pretend farmer one summer long ago. So let ‘er rip my fellow farmers, I know what you’re going through … as if!!
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Cricket Club develops a successful Weyburn league
Submitted by the Weyburn Cricket Club About six years ago, members of the Weyburn Cricket Club started playing cricket in Weyburn with just a few players. Since then, the cricket community has continued to grow, and today they have three teams with 12 players on each team. This year, for the first time, a cricket league and tournament was organized in Weyburn and it was a huge success. There were three teams that participated, with around 35 players in total. “The response from the community was very encouraging, and we are already looking forward to growing the league next year,” said Rejeesh Varghese, with the Weyburn Cricket Club.
A cricket league and tournament was organized for the first time in Weyburn. “We are hoping to have a few teams from Regina join us as well.” Weyburn also has an established cricket team, the Weyburn Vikings, which is registered with the Weyburn Cricket Association and participates in the Regina Cricket Association league each
year. One of the biggest challenges they currently face is that Weyburn does not have a dedicated cricket ground. Recently, the Weyburn Cricket Club connected with Richard Henning from the City of Weyburn regarding the possibility of developing a cricket
ground in the community. The Regina Cricket Association and Saskatchewan Cricket Association have also expressed their willingness to support the development of a cricket ground in Weyburn. “Having a cricket ground in Weyburn would be a major step forward
Connor Metz, defensive; Mac Hillstead, playmaker of the game; Dextin Linnen, offensive line; and Dierks Schneider, special teams The Falcons will be heading to Swift Current for an afternoon skirmish against the Steelers on Saturday, September 5. U12: West Country Ravens The U12 West Country Ravens also officially kicked off their season on the road in Moose Jaw to face the Lions. With a young team taking the field for their first game of the season, the Ravens battled through a tough first half. They came back out in the second half determined and motivated, settled into the game and showcased some great football. Declan Graefer made some great throws as quarterback, including a connection with Ethan Kirkpatrick for positive yardage. Bryce Bell also had some strong quarterback keeps and worked hard to move the ball. The Ravens offensive line stepped up with some big blocks, creating opportunities and helping the offence gain ground. On defence, Landon Jackson
and Brooks Schneider came up with some great tackles, while the entire Ravens defence continued to battle and make plays. Lots to build on as the season continues. This is a young group with a lot of football ahead of them, and the coaching staff are excited to watch them continue to learn, grow and come together as a team. Ravens take to Elks Field in Moose Jaw to face up against the Lions again on Saturday, September 5 at 5:30 p.m.
Weyburn Eagles defensive back Brady Toszak, left, kicked the ball down the field towards the Elecs territory during a home game held at Darold Kot Field on August 29. Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
Submitted A great start to the season for the Weyburn Comp Eagles football team. After a strong first week of practice, the Eagles showed they were ready for the season with a 46-0 win over the visiting Estevan Elecs during a home game held August 29. All three parts of the
game went well on week one. The defense held strong with the shut out and had two interceptions made by Cole Payak and Cayson Moule. The special teams covered well, hit three out of four field goals and Payak recorded a punt return touchdown. The offense moved the ball smoothly and scored on all attempts, but one drive
Minor football season starts
Submitted The season started on the weekend for two Weyburn Minor Football teams. U14 Young Fellows Falcons The U14 Young Fellows Falcons had an electric start to their season, with a little bit of thunder and lightning delay in a home game at the Brent Allin Field against the Moose Jaw Vikings. The Falcons started out a little slow as is expected early on in the season. The first quarter had the Vikings jump to a 20-0 lead. Early in the second quarter, the Falcons were forced by nature to seek shelter and wait out some impressive lightning. Following the delay the Falcons came out to the field firing. The Falcons defence made it tough on their run heavy offence with some big time tackles. Meanwhile the offence found its rhythm and was able to put up several sustained drives into the red zone. Third down gambles proved unsuccessful holding us off the score board. The Falcons crew showed steady improvement as the game progressed and seemed to be even better as the rain started pouring. Players of the game were Logan Payak, offensive;
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for the sport in our community,” said Varghese. “It could become the home ground for the Weyburn Vikings and allow teams from Regina and surrounding communities to come to Weyburn to play RCA matches.” Weyburn is a growing and diverse community
with a strong interest in multi-sport activities. The Weyburn Cricket Club believes developing a cricket ground would not only support the local cricket community, but also provide another opportunity for people of all ages and backgrounds to get involved in sport.
WCS Eagles football dominate over Elecs in the first half. Key touchdowns were scored from Max Vennard and Payak. The Eagles will host the A.E. Peacock during a Friday night lights game at the Brent Allin Field on Friday, September 4 at 7 p.m. The annual Friday night lights game is held in the support of Weyburn Minor football.
Parking will be available in the Comp student lot, with residents reminded to walk inot the facility through the entry rood. Parking at Brent Allin field will be reserved for those that need to park close to the field only. Gate entry is $5 for adults and all students and young children can enter for free.
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Dallas Burnett, Jared Burnett, Jeff Shular, Troy Brock, Jeremy Seitz and Devin Furgason represented Weyburn at the 2026 Canadian National Cornhole Championships in Orillia, Ontario on August 12 to 16. Dallas took second in the Men’s Split Switch Bracket A and fifth in Open Singles. Jeff and Troy finished third in the Men’s Blind Draw Bracket B. Troy placed second in the Open Blind Draw Bracket B and fifth in the Tier 2 Top 16. Photo courtesy Weyburn Cornhole League
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John Charles Murray
John Charles “J.C.” Murray passed away peacefully on August 24, 2026 at the age of 86 years. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 63 years, Lorraine Murray (April 1942 ~ November 2025); his parents, Anna Murray, Marshall and Ella Murray; sister and brother-in-law, Pat and Frank McLure; in-laws, Ross and Jennie Morgan; brothers-inlaw, Art Towes, Dave Penner; nephew, Ron Penner; and his niece, Leanne Winkler. J.C. is survived by his children: Darla (Lowell) Peterson (Weyburn, SK); Rhonda (Mike) Zappone (Salmon Arm, BC); Randy (Jacquie Gaudreau) Murray (Blind Bay, BC); grandchildren: Milessa (Justin) [Boaz, Vienna, Zekiel, Gilead]; Brooke (Ben); Starlet (Kresten) [Keplar, Porter]; Karina; Brady (Gabie) [August]; Kole (Arlena) [Korbin]; Jenessa (Jared) [Carson, Kipton]; Whitney, Justin (Brittany) [Gracie], Camryn. J.C. is also survived by his sisters-in-law, Cathy Penner, Diane (Raymond) Winkler, Barb Toews; brother-inlaw, Murray (Gwen) Morgan; numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Visitation will be held on Saturday, September 5, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Weyburn Church of Christ, 1115 First Avenue, Weyburn, SK. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, September 5, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. from the Weyburn Church of Christ, Weyburn, SK with Blair Roberts officiating. Interment will be held at the Hillcrest Cemetery, Weyburn, SK with luncheon to follow back at the Weyburn Church of Christ. For family and friends so wishing, charitable donations in memory of J.C. may be made to the Weyburn Church of Christ, “Facility Fund” 1115 ~ 1st Avenue, Weyburn, SK, S4H 0N2. For those wishing to attend virtually, please follow the live stream video on Youtube @ WeyburnChurchofChrist. Arrangements are entrusted to RD Family Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, Weyburn, SK (848-0333 ~ 1-888-8480333) Expressions of sympathy to the family may be sent to our website at: www.rdfuneralchapel.com “Honouring Life and Celebrating Memories”. For Sale - Misc
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