The Kerrobert Chronicle - August 26, 2025 by yourwestcentral

Whether Elaine Unruh is teaching kids art techniques at her Groovy Dos art class or instructing a paint night for adults, everyone goes home with their own beautiful creation and smiles on their faces. SUBMITTED

Kerrobert art instructor says, “Anyone can be an artist”

BY JOAN JANZEN

KERROBERT — Kids may be sad to see summer vacation come to an end; however, a few lucky kids are excited about joining Groovy Dos Art Classes in Kerrobert. Instructor Elaine Unruh has been offering the classes for the past decade at her art studio.

“Kids love it!” Elaine said. “They’re very excited, and they usually come early. I’ve done quite a few generations now. I started with my first group, and they’re all adults now. Some are artists in their own right; some of them are tattoo artists, and they all started out in my little classes.”

During regular working hours, Elaine operates a hair salon. However, on Tuesdays and Thursdays, art classes begin at 5:00, after her salon closes. “The students’ artwork is hanging all over my salon,” she reported.

Her students range in age from 5 to 14 years, but Elaine successfully navigates the substantial age gap. “I usually pick a theme and start the project age appropriately and then allow more flexibility and degree of difficulty for the students,” she explained. She teaches simple techniques to her younger students and more advanced techniques to the older kids.

“The older kids are more meticulous and will take longer with their projects, but sometimes the younger kids will have so many ideas, and I just let them go with it. I really encourage them,” she said.

At the end of her art class, Elaine doesn’t want any

of the projects to leave her studio looking the same. “I want them to have their own version of it,” she added.

Elaine has her students painting, drawing, creating ceramics, pottery, papier-mâché, and crafts. “Everything’s pretty much hands-on. It really helps them form dexterity and eye-hand coordination,” she said. “In my shop, we do all the messy stuff, and it always looks like a bomb went off.”

While kids are being creative at Groovy Dos Art Classes, Elaine hasn’t forgotten about the adults. She and her sister, Anna, have started a new business called All About That Paint, where they travel to different communities and host paint nights for adults.

“I’ve done everything from the military base in Edmonton to our local pubs, but Covid was a detriment to that,” she explained. Now, Elaine and Anna are restarting their travelling paint nights.

“My biggest group was at a wedding shower where I had 40 people who did birds on a branch. They were beautiful paintings; anyone can do it.” Elaine assured me. Once you know the techniques, Elaine says, anyone can be an artist.

“It’s fun when someone says they can’t draw a stick person, and they walk out with a beautiful painting. I always say expect it to start out like kindergarten art and end up as beautiful,” she said.

Not only do her students take home their own beautiful piece of art, but they have a lot of fun while they’re doing it. “My classes are loud and boisterous, and everyone has a good time!” Elaine said.

Mark Shaver from Netherhill discovered this stone hidden beside the Netherhill Hall. The Tyndall stone is one of 100 stones from the Legislative buildings in Regina, which were hidden throughout Saskatchewan in 2012. Mark checked out the clues on hiddentyndale.com and was successful in finding the Netherhill stone. SUBMITTED

Netherhill resident makes discovery in Sask’s 13-year-long scavenger hunt

BY JOAN JANZEN

NETHERHILL — Mark Shaver from Netherhill recently followed some clues in a 13-year-long scavenger hunt. The photographic clues he found online led him to Netherhill Hall, where he unearthed a 2x2-inch square limestone with ‘Netherhill’ engraved on its surface. “I recognized the picture of the Netherhill Hall, so I thought I’d check it out,” Mark said, after looking at the clue. “The stone was in a hole beside the step.”

The scavenger hunt began in 2012, marking the centennial anniversary of the Saskatchewan Legislative Building. At that time, Terri Fedalik, an in-residence artist, salvaged a large piece of Tyndall stone during a renovation project. The stone was cut into cubes, which she hid throughout Saskatchewan.

Mark noted that on two sides of the cube, an engraved message gave instructions to return the stone to the Legislative building in Regina, where the pieces are gathered to celebrate the cooperative spirit of people from Saskatchewan.

Saskatchewan residents are invited to check out the clues on the blog at hiddentyndall.com, just like Mark did, because there are many more stones yet to be discovered. So far, the artist is aware of 46 of the stones that have been found, but not all of them have been returned to the Legislature in Regina.

On the blog, the artist noted that some of the stones are no longer where she had hidden them, but have not been reported as found. Those locations include: Manitou Lake, Bald Butte in Cypress Hills Park, and Nokomis.

Tyndall stones, which were discovered within a 100-mile radius of Kindersley, were found at Plato, Kerrobert, the Great Sandhills, Scepte, Maple Creek,

and now Netherhill.

While you may think this 13-year-long scavenger hunt is breaking a world record, France’s hunt for a golden owl lasted for 31 years, finally coming to an end in October of 2024.

Meanwhile, over half of the 100 Tyndall stones remain hidden. No one knows how many more years it will take for all the stones to be discovered, but Mark Shaver’s recent discovery may pique the interest of Saskatchewanians to get back in the game.

Meanwhile, Mark plans to display the Netherhill stone at the Kindersley Museum for a short period. After that, he will return it to the Legislature in Regina.

“I was surprised it was still there,” Mark said after discovering the Netherhill stone. And for anyone who loves participating in a good old-fashioned scavenger hunt, there’s still more to be found.

Nancy Kelley to participate in Parkinson’s SuperWalk for her 20th year

BY JOAN JANZEN

KINDERSLEY — Nancy Kelley is preparing for her twentieth year of participating in the Parkinson’s Canada SuperWalk in Saskatoon. The three km walk takes place annually at Spadina Crescent West; this year it will be held on Sunday, September 7th.

Nancy began participating in the Super Walk immediately after being diagnosed in 2005, and she hasn’t stopped ever since. Her passion for the cause has resulted in her being one of the top fundraisers for multiple years, raising as much as $12,000.00 annually.

“Buoyed by the unwavering support of cherished friends and family, your enduring presence and generous contributions have been my beacon of hope as I navigate life with this disease,” Nancy wrote to her many supporters. “Your steadfast support fuels, not only my steps, but also vital research and assistance for those affected by Parkinson’s.”

Funds raised help to find a cure and support those living with Parkinson’s. It’s a huge endeavour as more than 100,000 Canadians are living with the effects of Parkinson’s disease and thirty are diagnosed every day, with estimates saying that number will increase to fifty within the next six years.

“With your continued support, I am hopeful that we will find a cure for future generations. Thank you for

standing by my side year after year in this journey to a world without Parkinson’s,” Nancy said to her supporters.

On September 7th, Nancy will be joined by a dozen or more family and friends as she fundraises for further education, advocacy, research and hopefully a cure.

In the meantime, the local support group meets at 401 - 4th Avenue West in Kindersley on the second Wednesday of each month. The connection with others, along with regular exercise and walking, helps those in attendance navigate through daily life and the effects of Parkinson’s.

This photo of Nancy and her granddaughter Lily was taken at last year’s SuperWalk. Lily was only 1 year old when she participated in her first SuperWalk. SUBMITTED PHOTOS

This photo of Nancy and her granddaughter Lily was taken ten years ago. Lily wore a sticker on her back saying “I walk for my Nana”. This year, Lily is 16 years old and has never missed a walk with her Nana.

September 7th will mark the twentieth year that Nancy Kelley will be participating in the Parkinson’s SuperWalk in Saskatoon.

OPINION: Good health is a blessing

BY JOAN JANZEN

A group of seniors were discussing their ailments over a cup of coffee. “My arms are so weak I can hardly lift this cup of coffee,” said one. “My cataracts are so bad I can’t even see my coffee,” said another. “I can’t turn my head because of the arthritis in my neck,” said a third. The fourth senior offered a bit of optimism and said, “Count your blessings that we can still drive.”

Good health is a blessing, and there are a few doctors who use their online platforms to deliver common-sense advice to their listeners. Dr. Suneel Dhand is one of those online voices. “The main role of any physician in the whole world should be to be aggressively trying to get their patient off medication, not on medication. Doesn’t that seem like a revolutionary idea?” Dr. Dhand asked.

The research he reveals is both revolutionary and simple. While sharing an episode with John Campbell, a retired nurse, the duo said research revealed that over one-third of the global population is iodine-deficient, and more than 90 percent of North Americans are iodine-deficient.

I must admit I didn’t know much about iodine, other than recalling it being used to cleanse cuts when I was a kid. But it turns out I’m not the only one who knows very little about iodine.

Dr. Susan Hardwick-Smith talked about iodine on a recent podcast. “I didn’t know anything about iodine;

we’re not taught about this stuff in medical school,” she said. So why is iodine important?

John Campbell offered an explanation: “We’ve known the rate of breast cancer is very low in Japan, and the difference is iodine intake. Studies show the ingestion of iodine in North America is a couple of micrograms per day.” However, in Japan, the intake of iodine is twenty to thirty times more, because they eat a lot of fish and seaweed, and virtually all iodine comes from the sea.

Dr. Hardwick-Smith said that people in Japan have shown that 12-15 milligrams of iodine reduces thyroid disease, ovarian cancer, prostate cancer, and breast cancer. “I noticed in my practice about 50 percent of my patients over 50 years old have a low function of their thyroid gland. The thyroid needs iodine to function,” she observed.

The doctor also observed in studies that Japanese women who moved to North America and changed their diet increased their risk of breast cancer to the same level as that of their fellow North Americans. “So it’s not genetic; it’s diet-related,” the doctor said.

John Campbell noted it’s quite well evidenced that iodine deficiency is the most common global preventable cause of mental impairment. It’s essential for the development of the nervous system. Iodine deficiency is common in North America because people don’t eat a lot of seafood, and our soil is depleted in iodine. A hundred years ago, there was

iodine in the soil, and we could get iodine from plants and vegetables.

So, how do you know if you are iodine-deficient? Dr. Hardwick-Smith said, “I ask my patients to look at their diet and at their thyroid function. If your thyroid function is low and your diet is not rich in iodine, it’s reasonable to assume that you’re going to be deficient in iodine.” Our thyroid can’t function without an adequate amount of iodine.

“Like most doctors, I was taught that the recommended 125 micrograms of iodine per day was adequate and everyone got enough from table salt and the problem was solved,” the doctor reported. “But we were wondering why breast cancer, prostate cancer and low thyroid were dramatically on the rise. Iodine is not the only cause, but it certainly does play a part.”

Some of the iodine supplements are potassium iodide, iodine and Iodoral, which you can get on Amazon. “I’ve given them to many patients,” Dr. Hardwick-Smith said. “Sometimes the pharmacists will get upset and be worried that’s too much potassium. I’ve never seen a patient taking it who had elevated potassium. I’ve never seen anyone develop hyperthyroidism by taking iodine. That’s another myth we were taught in medical school. What we do see is an improvement in thyroid function.”

She pointed out something interesting. If you’re iodine deficient and begin taking an iodine supplement daily, you might experience what she calls “bromide

flu” symptoms. “You might stop taking it and think it was making you sick, but that’s not what is happening,” she explained. What is happening is your thyroid gland absorbs the iodine, and the bromide that attaches to your iodine receptors is displaced, causing an elevation of bromide in your bloodstream. And what is bromide, and where do we get it? Bromide is added to commercial baking. Eating bromide actually decreases our ability to bind iodine. “It’s a toxic substance and can cause flu-like symptoms for a few days,” she said. “Like any type of detox, you’re getting rid of those nasty chemicals, and it can make you feel bad for a few days.”

She recommends beginning to take an iodine supplement twice a week and gradually increasing it to daily amounts so your symptoms will be minimized. Of course, the best source of vitamins is always food; fish and seaweed are good sources of iodine. However, supplements are inexpensive and harmless to try. The doctors noted there are additional benefits to having a sufficient amount of iodine: it reduces aches and pains and the development of fibrocystic non-cancerous cysts.

When it comes to counting our blessings, good health is one of the biggest blessings we could ask for. Thanks to helpful doctors, we can keep on learning new ways to maintain our health.

Pop89: 1,000,000 stood silent

BY MADONNA HAMEL

I read a headline the other day: “Everyone is talking about Sydney’s jeans.” Really? Cuz, I’m not. And, seriously, with wars and famine, and tariffs and a new pope reminding us that Love is still the only answer, is the whole world really talking about a jean ad, again?

This time, the news (and here I hear my old radio producer moan: “That’s NOT news!”) revolves around a play on the words “good genes”. The outrage is that the statement implies: ain’t it great to be white. This would be racist. But the advertisers assure us they are not referring to skin colour, but Sydney’s hips of a boy and breasts of a lactating mom.

Some media claim “she knows what she’s got and she’s rocking it.” Rock away, m’dear, because the shelf life of your “gift” is short. You will get old. Or, god help you, sick or fat. Then nobody talks about you. And in your world, that’s not so great. In the greater world, however, you will be forced to look inward. Thankfully, truthfully, not EVERYbody is talking about bodies or practicing the celebration of bodies as objects and bait. There is a brand of feminism that has drunk the materialist-consumer Kool-Aid, and it’s a big fat soul kill. They exploit themselves in a world crazily commodifying anything it can get its hands on. But it wasn’t the kind I talked up when I was Sydney’s age. It talked about the degree to which, when we just see bodies and not souls, we make people expendable. It’s not a far leap from turning our bodies into bait to children starving in Palestine, Africa and poor communities on our own continent.

Turning a jean ad into a debate about race is turning a blind eye to the fact that kids are dying from starvation. It feeds the polemic the woke world is doggedly sticking to: the only issues worth talking about are race and gender. But when we speak of “issues,” we do not speak of humans. Ranting from a home or office computer or a university lectern is keeping fleshand-blood humanity at bay.

When we speak a language of ideology and apply it to any and every situation, we wear glasses that see issues, systems, ideas. This is not reality. Reality, as Pope Francis was fond of saying, is bigger than ideology.

Meanwhile, I know of at least a million people who weren’t talking about jeans. Because, for a long while, they weren’t even talking. They were silent. For long stretches of time, under a half moon, on a warm night in August, on the outskirts of Rome, a million young people prayed along with a kneeling Pope Leo.

Psalms were sung by a choir. Then, for ten minutes at a time, the place fell silent. Sirens from the city cracked the air. A plane flew overhead. But no one spoke until the next psalm was sung and then - again- blessed stillness and silence. Silent prayer,

together.

No one was talking. And why aren’t we talking about that? About a peaceful, united gathering of a million young people, far more spiritually mature than those of us caught up in polemics, ideologies and girls rocking a pair of jeans?

Eventually, the pope’s assistant, standing beside him, nudges him, or so it seems. It’s a funny characteristic of this pope, whom I have been watching since his first day. Besides moving with calm consideration and a relaxed athletic gait, he has a good catching arm, and even encourages people to toss their stuffies and flags to snag them out of mid-air. This is a point of concern for security, as they cannot control what is in those stuffies. He has a repertoire of smiles that include a kind of half-grin on one side of his mouth that makes me wonder what he is thinking. His eyes often are sad, troubled and close to tears. And he can kneel for hours in prayer until nudged by his wing man with a kind of: “Ok, we gotta get this show on the road, you’ve got a crowd behind you.” Or so it appears.

That night he answered thee questions in three languages, Italian, Spanish and English posed by three young people. And, not surprisingly, none of them asked about genes or jeans.

“Where can we find the courage to choose and to make wise decisions?” one of them asked. His response: “To choose is a fundamental human act. Looking at it closely, we realize that it is not just a matter of choosing something, but of choosing someone. When we make a choice, in the strict sense, we decide who we want to become. The most important choice is the decision about the direction of our life: What kind of man do you want to be? What kind of woman? Choose from love, always from love.”

Racism exists, sexism exists. Focusing incessantly on these issues feeds them. We are defining ourselves by our endless vigilance around them. This is more than ironic or hypocritical, it is destructive and ends in war.

The solution is to get our souls back - give them life support and act from a place where we can see each other as humans, not members of a sect, party, or ideology. I’m not saying some people don’t behave badly, I’m saying, as did the pope, that we must begin with a heart full of love, see the whole person.

Whenever I’ve participated in a vigil, I have found more understanding and belonging among that silent crowd than at any debate or board meeting. The intimacy of the silent moment, especially while holding candles, makes for peaceful coexistence.

The young people stayed all night at Tor Vegata, keeping vigil not only for themselves, but the whole world. As the pope left, he beckoned them to get some rest, and he would see them again in the morning.

NOTICE TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST

Gordon Grenville Shea

TAKE NOTICE: that the R.M. of Snipe Lake No. 259 intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described as: Lot 10 Blk/Par 5 Plan No. AH3653 Ext. 0 Title No. 100721258

the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act within six months from the service of this notice on you and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a certificate of title will be issued to the applicant and you will forever be estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land. The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the municipality. For any questions about the tax enforcement process please contact RM of Snipe Lake No. 259, 1-306-962-3214

Dated this 19th day of August, 2025 Brian Shauf, Administrator - RM of Snipe Lake No. 259

Raleigh the best baseball story of 2025

BY BRUCE PENTON

We’ll worry about playoff teams and who will contend for the World Series as late September and October nears, but for now, here’s a look at six of the best Major League Baseball stories of 2025.

BY BRUCE PENTON Sports Columnist

6. Just in case an argument breaks out, here’s the truth: Shohei Ohtani is still the best player in baseball. Through the middle of August, the man thy call Showtime had belted 43 home runs, led the league in four or five categories, including OPS and slugging. And, oh yes, he’s back pitching after a year away from the mound, with 25 strikeouts in 19 innings as the Dodgers are easing their ace into fulltime mound duty.

5. Red-hot teams — Toronto Blue Jays shocked the baseball world in June and July by winning 24 of 28 games and vaulting into first place in the A.L. East, practically guaranteeing them a playoff spot. But lately, Milwaukee Brewers have held the hottest hand, putting together two streaks of 10 or more consecutive victories. It’s the first time a team has accomplished that in six years.

4. Jen Pawol made MLB history by becoming the first female to umpire in a regular-season game. She was at first base for a Braves-Miami game on a Friday, at third base the next day and behind the plate on Sunday. She missed a couple, as all umps do, but her overall grade was positive. But what’s the big deal? NBA and NFL games have had female officials in the past and by now, it’s at the ho-hum stage.

3. Nick Kurtz of the Homeless Athletics (currently based in Sacramento until their new stadium in Las Vegas is completed) —Almost certainly to be named the American League rookie of the year, Kurtz stunned the baseball world on July 25 with four home runs, eight RBI, went 6-for-6 and finished with 19 total bases. It was an astonishing display of power for the 22-year-old 6-foot-5, 240-pound first baseman.

2. Who is Pete Crow-Armstrong and why is he such

a big deal? He may be the most popular player of any sport in the city of Chicago (sorry, Connor Bedard). The second-year Cub centerfielder has speed, power and the most important ingredient when it comes to winning over fans — charisma. And a great name, to boot. Crow-Armstrong has a huge following on Instagram and a recent story on ESPN.com said “For a league in search of superstars, MLB sees Crow-Armstrong as the next big thing.” While his batting average is hovering in the .260 range, Crow-Armstrong displays power (27 homers) and speed (30 stolen bases.)

1. Cal Raleigh — The breakout champion of 2025. The Mariners’ catcher had never hit more than 34 homers in a season, but after 121 games, he had a majors’-leading 46 to his credit, plus 100 RBI He also won the mid-season Home Run Derby. The game’s best individual story for 2025. Raleigh’s bat has turned Seattle into a playoff-bound unit.

• Headline at fark.com: “Bill Belichick’s girlfriend Jordon Hudson cold-calls sports gossip podcast host regarding episode about her infamous appearance at Miss Maine pageant, proves very quickly she’s a certifiable mess.”

• Mike Bianchi of the Orlando Sentinel, on the ‘massive mess’ in U.S. college football: “Fixing it is like trying to stop a tornado with a ‘no trespassing’ sign.”

• RJ Currie of sportsdeke.com: “Three byproducts of Dennis Shapavalov being driven by what the ATP website calls ‘puppy power:’ 3. His forehand will get unleashed; 2. He’ll play with more dogged determination; 1. He can give his opponents “what fur.’”

• Greg Cote of the Miami Herald, on the ‘oddity’ of President Trump having former Giants linebacker Lawrence Taylor attend the official announcement of the Presidential Fitness Test: “Taylor’s past, of course, includes cocaine, tax evasion and a guilty plea to the statutory rape of a 16-year-old. Are Trump’s advisers all on vacation?”

• Comedy writer Alex Kaseberg: “A racehorse in Ohio tested positive for meth. They first suspected a problem when the horse wouldn’t shut up about his screenplay.”

HOSPITAL PARKING LOT RIBBON CUTTING: Anika Becker, Clinical Services Manager from the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA), extended a heartfelt thank you to the community and surrounding municipalities and Hutterite colonies, the Town of Kindersley, and the RM of Kindersley who all made the new parking lot possible. “I think Lionel Story has been here almost every day since the work started,” she said referring to the Reeve of the RM of Kindersley. “All the healthcare workers who drive on this parking lot every day are here today to show their appreciation,” she concluded.

NOTICE

The Tax Enforcement Act WILLIS KOSTIUK

TAKE NOTICE that the Village of Major intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described as LOT C-BLK/PAR 13-PLAN G519 EXT 0, Title No. 157676237.

The municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the tax lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 200203737 and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act within six months from the service of this notice on you and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a certificate of title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land.

The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the municipality. For any questions about the tax enforcement process please contact Taxervice at 1-877-734-3113.

Dated this 8th day of August, 2025.

Charlotte Helfrich, Administrator Village of Major

• Retired QB Tim Tebow, reciting one of his favourite quotes: “Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard.”

• Former MLB pitcher Jim Boutin: “Baseball players are smarter than football players. How often do you see a baseball team penalized for too many men on the field?”

• RJ Currie again: “Alica Schmidt, dubbed the world’s sexiest athlete, has blamed COVID for her poor performance at the German national track and field championships. Trust me, COVID is a real Schmidt disturber.”

• Headline at theonion.com: “Panicking NBC Realizes They Left Cris Collinsworth In Broadcast Booth All Offseason”

• Another one from fark.com: “SF Giants manager Bob Melvin talks about how the team can pull out of its current mess. Surprisingly absent: Firing Bob Melvin.”

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Prairie West Historical Society in Eston

Annual Raspberry Tea

THURSDAY, AUGUST 28TH

from 2:00 until 4:00 PM in the Heritage Gallery (lower level of the Evans House, 946 2nd St. SE)

Artwork by Anna Polsfut is currently on display in the Gallery, so come for cake, ice cream and raspberries, view the art show & tour the museum.

Admission is by donation at door. Contact 306-962-3772 for more info.

Labour Day and workplace safety progress in Saskatchewan

Labour Day has long symbolized the achievements of working people. Today, it also stands as a powerful reminder of the shared responsibility in ensuring every worker returns home safely. That responsibility is upheld by an enduring relationship among many–workers, employers, safety associations, labour and WorkSafe Saskatchewan, the partnership between the Saskatchewan Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) and the Ministry of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety.

“You may not know that workplaces in Saskatchewan are safer now than ever,” said Kevin Mooney, the WCB’s vice-president of prevention and employer services. “The efforts of workers, employers, safety associations and safety leaders across our province have made Saskatchewan workplaces safer than they have ever been.”

Mooney pointed to numbers that support that message. The province’s total injury rate has reached a new low for the past two years, falling almost 69 per cent since WorkSafe Saskatchewan was established in 2002. In 2024, the time-loss injury rate was the lowest ever recorded. And for the fifth consecutive year, 90 per cent of Saskatchewan workplaces reported zero fatalities and zero injuries.

“These are inspiring numbers for all of us,” Mooney said. “I applaud the collaboration between labour and employers across Saskatchewan who are focused on reducing workplace injury rates. But even one injury is too many, and we believe that every workplace in-

jury is preventable.”

Despite the progress, approximately 2,400 Saskatchewan workers are seriously injured and nearly 30 workers are killed due to work-related incidents every year. That’s why WorkSafe Sas-

katchewan’s 2023-2028 Fatalities and Serious Injuries Strategy is supporting industries with the highest injury rates and focusing on the most common workplace hazards. The strategy’s approach includes prevention campaigns,

targeted inspections, industry partnerships and training programs designed to address risks before an incident occurs.

Part of prevention is ensuring every worker knows their rights:

• The right to know about hazards in the workplace.

• The right to participate in health and safety matters.

• The right to refuse work they believe is dangerous.

Employers play a key role in supporting those rights, from providing training and equipment to fostering an open culture where safety concerns are heard and addressed. In turn, workers contribute by following safe work procedures, reporting hazards and participating in safety programs.

“A safe workplace takes leadership, commitment and a culture where safety is truly valued,” Mooney said. “To raise the standard of success, we must innovate and push the limits of what we currently know and do.”

Labour Day is more than a holiday. It’s a time to renew that shared commitment. The progress Saskatchewan has made in reducing workplace injuries shows what is possible when everyone works together. By continuing to invest in safety, respecting workplace rights and supporting one another, Saskatchewan can keep building a future where every worker goes home safely at the end of their shift. We are stronger together, and together we can make every workplace safer.

Members of the Eston Nurture and Grow Childcare Co-operative Board are working alongside the community to successfully complete Eston’s nonprofit daycare. Pictured from l-r: Paige King, Christine DeCaire, Kim King, Sandy King, Jeannine Hallborg, Vanessa Poulter. Missing: Kaylyn Hockaday.

Eston community working towards launching a nonprofit daycare

BY SANDY KING, PRESIDENT Nurture and Grow Childcare Co-operative Board

After a year and a half of hard work, planning, and community collaboration, Eston is still working towards launching its nonprofit $10/day daycare - a game-changing service for families within our community.

What began as an idea from the Economic Development Committee has grown into a nonprofit licensed childcare centre; thanks to the dedication of local volunteers and the newly formed Eston Nurture and Grow Childcare Co-operative Board.

In 2023, the Economic Development Committee identified childcare as a major gap in the community. Recognizing that working parents needed support to stay and grow in Eston, the committee took action. They reached out to local residents with experience and passion for early childhood care, and soon after, a Childcare Board was formed. This group of committed volunteers has been working quietly but tirelessly behind the scenes ever since.

It’s important to recognize that Eston has been fortunate to have long-standing day-home providers - dedicated individuals who have offered essential, reliable care to families for many years. Their contributions have been invaluable, and the new daycare is intended to complement, not replace, those services.

However, the demand for licensed childcare has grown beyond what existing providers can accommodate. In the early stages of development, the Childcare Board held a pre-registration/information evening to assess the needs of local families. The response was clear: there was strong, immediate interest in additional childcare options, validating the push for a licensed centre.

Their first major milestone? Establishing the daycare as a registered nonprofit co-operative - a crucial step that opened the door to Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) federal funding. That funding is what allows all of Eston’s families to now access high-quality daycare at just $10 per day.

Operating as a nonprofit co-operative, the daycare is fully community-governed, with all surplus funds reinvested into staffing, programming, and continuous improvement. The project has already had a ripple effect - demonstrating Eston’s commitment to growth, innovation, and family support.

We’ve been working on this since 2023, often after work and on weekends, applying for grants as well as holding a variety of fundraising events. It’s taken time, patience, and a lot of paperwork, but it’s absolutely worth it.

The daycare isn’t just about affordability. It’s about helping parents return to work, giving kids a strong start in life, and making Eston more attractive to new families who are looking for a supportive place to call home.

Local businesses also benefit from the project, with a more stable workforce and more young families living, working, and spending in the community.

This is a long-term investment in Eston, and we’re incredibly proud of the volunteers who brought this vision to life.

The nonprofit is seeking sponsorship to cover its

final funding gap. The centrehas plans to serve 40 children, create eight jobs, and offer $10/day childcare.

We’re not asking for handouts. We’re offering a chance to invest in working families, economic growth, and our children’s future.

Through this journey, we’ve seen many surrounding communities rally behind their own daycare startups - businesses, service clubs, and individuals stepping up to support what they knew was critical for their future.

Whether it’s a donated toy, a corporate sponsorship, or a few hours of your time, your contribution will help build a space where children laugh, learn, and feel safe.

The Childcare Co-operative is still seeking support from the community to help complete the facility’s physical outdoor playspace. Opportunities include:

• Sponsorships with naming rights- we have many levels of sponsorships available

• Donations of new or gently used outdoor toys and equipment

• Donations of goods such as playsafe mulch, concrete for a bike path, and untreated 2x4s.

Volunteer time and skills to help build or enhance outdoor features

This is a chance for individuals, families, service groups, and local businesses to leave a lasting impact on one of Eston’s most important community projects, and we are incredibly grateful that we have had some who have kindly made donations.

Whether it’s a small donation or a few hours of help, it all makes a difference. This daycare belongs to the community — and we welcome everyone to be part of it.

Nurture and Grow Childcare is a shining example of what’s possible when a small town works together to meet its own needs. It’s not just a service; it’s a symbol of community spirit, future-focused thinking, and what can happen when local people step up for local solutions.

Number 200703068, 200702764 and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act within six months from the service of this notice on you and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act,

The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the

Treasurer or Administrator of the municipality. For any questions about the tax enforcement process please contact RM of Snipe Lake No. 259, 1-306-962-3214

Dated this 19th day of August, 2025

Unity Wilkie and Macklin

Unity RCMP

• RCMP received a complaint of disturbing the peace. Members spoke to the subject of complaint.

• CN Police reported a railway crossing malfunction near Scott. Reported for information purposes.

• Members received a complaint of an individual damaging a vehicle. This matter is still under investigation.

• Police received a complaint of assault. Members attended but the complainant declined to proceed.

• RCMP received two complaints of an individual trespassing in a rural area. Members located the subject of complaint who had run out of fuel. One complainant assisted the subject of complaint by providing fuel. No charges were laid.

• Police received a complaint of theft of fuel from a local gas station. Members contacted the subject of complaint who paid for the fuel. No charges were laid.

• CP Police reported a train colliding with a cow. Members searched but could not locate the animal. The landowner was notified.

• Members received a complaint of theft but there was insufficient evidence to proceed.

• CN Police reported individuals trespassing on private property. They subsequently called back and reported the subjects of complaint were no longer in the area.

• There were also seven traffic com-

plaints and one false alarm.

Wilkie RCMP

• RCMP received a report of a two-vehicle collision in Wilkie. One driver sustained minor injuries. No charges were laid.

• Police received a report of a missing cow. This matter is still under investigation.

• Members received a complaint of a break and enter at the old Wilkie pool. This matter is still under investigation.

• RCMP acted as mediators in a child custody dispute.

• Members conducted a wellbeing check at the request of a family member.

• Police received a complaint of criminal harassment but it was unfounded.

• There was also one traffic complaint, one false alarm and one false 911 call.

Macklin RCMP

• RCMP attended the sudden death of a 66-year-old male from Macklin. The death was not suspicious in nature.

• Police initiated a traffic stop but the vehicle fled from Members. Members patrolled but could not locate the subject of complaint.

• Members conducted a wellbeing check at the request of a concerned citizen.

• RCMP received a complaint of assault. Members attended but the complainant requested no further action be taken.

• Members are investigating a complaint of theft.

• Police received a complaint of a suspicious individual driving around Macklin. Members located the subject of complaint who fled from Police. Members patrolled but could not locate the subject of complaint.

• There were also two false alarms.

Persons with information about crimes being committed in the Uni-

ty / Wilkie/ Macklin areas are urged to call the Unity RCMP detachment at (306)228-6300; the Wilkie RCMP at (306) 843-3480; or the Macklin RCMP at (306) 753-2171. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may also call Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, or *8477 on the SaskTel Mobility Network. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $2000.00 for information which leads to the arrest of person(s) responsible for any serious crime. Crime Stoppers is anonymous and does not subscribe to call display, nor are your calls traced or recorded. You can also submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com

These folks from West Central Abilities were enjoying a walk at the Kindersley walking trail on Thursday afternoon. PHOTO BY JOAN JANZEN

CRUISE NIGHT

Uranium production resumes at McClean Lake

Last Tuesday, Energy and Resources Minister Colleen Young, toured the McClean Lake uranium mine and mill, which is a joint venture between Orano Canada and Denison Mines that has recently resumed operations. Minister Young was accompanied by Orano representatives and had productive discussions around the process of re-opening the site and plans for growing Saskatchewan’s uranium production into the future.

“Saskatchewan is leading the way in providing the world with responsibly sourced uranium,” Young said. “The restart of uranium mining at McClean Lake, utilizing innovative mining methods, will add to our record production and sales, support sustainable employment for Saskatchewan’s northern residents and strengthen our position as a key player in the global energy supply chain. I was really impressed with the state of the art set up that Orano has here at McClean Lake. Thank you to the staff for the informative tour and the opportunity to see the mill and mine site.”

Saskatchewan continues to be recognized as a top destination for mining investment, ranking first in Canada according to the newest Fraser Institute’s Annual Survey of Mining Companies.

“We were so pleased to welcome the Minister and staff to McClean Lake to showcase the ingenuity and dedication of Orano employees and contractors,” Orano Canada Vice President and Chief Corporate Officer Tammy Van Lambalgen said. “While the uranium mining industry can be challenging, we have a long track record of meeting those challenges and finding new ways of involving northern businesses and communities. We are enthusiastic about the future of nuclear in Saskatchewan, and we are glad to see that the provincial government shares that positive outlook.”

In 2024, the province’s uranium sales reached an all-time high of $2.6 billion, exceeding the Saskatchewan Growth Plan target of increasing the annual value of uranium sales to $2 billion by 2030. Uranium production hit a record high of 16.7 thousand tonnes, up 28 per cent from the previous year. This maintains Saskatchewan’s place as the second-largest uranium producer in the world. To ensure continued growth of critical minerals, in 2024 the Government of Saskatchewan added uranium to the list of minerals supported through the Targeted Mineral Exploration Incentive. This incentive supports the diversification of Saskatchewan’s mineral sector by promoting early-stage hardrock mineral exploration projects in the province.

Saskatchewan’s strong and growing resource sectors are positioning the province to play a significant role in Canada becoming a global energy and resource superpower. Projected to attract over $7 billion in

overall mining investment in 2025, Saskatchewan is set to once again lead the country. Exploration spending is strong, with Saskatchewan projected to reach 15 per cent of all Canadian mineral exploration spending in 2025, well ahead of the 2030 target set out in Saskatchewan’s Critical Minerals Strategy.

Luseland Library hosts summer camps and art classes

BY JOAN JANZEN

LUSELAND — The Luseland Library kept both kids and adults busy throughout the summer months at their summer camps and art classes. On Tuesday afternoon, August 19th, seventeen kids turned out for the final kids camp of the summer. “It was our largest turnout!” Dawna Nienaber, Luseland’s librarian, announced. The children ranged in age from 6 to 12 years, with six children from the local daycare joining in the fun.

The “On the Farm” theme was a good fit for this agricultural district. “I was very impressed with our knowledgeable little farmers,” Dawna said. “We had a great discussion about all the types of farming, specifically in our area.”

The afternoon included story time, creating paper scarecrows to keep pesky birds away, followed by snack time, which was also a learning experience. “I had the kids list all the ingredients and what kind of farm they came from,” Dawna said.

The camp ended with the kids making their very own farm-themed canvas library bags. “The kids absolutely loved this! I even had some kids return the next day to paint the other side,” she said. The camp was made possible thanks to the Community Initiative Fund Grant. But the summer activity at the Luseland Library wasn’t done quite yet.

“Nine budding artists joined me and our local art guru, Jared Fischer, to create some wonderful pieces with air-dry clay on Thursday evening,” Dawna explained. Jared had also held oil painting and watercolour classes in July that were both well attended.

Jared and Dawna demonstrated to the group of young people how to dry flowers and leaves in the microwave and incorporate them into their clay projects. The kids made trinket trays, leaf bowls and other cre-

Jared Fischer conducted three different art classes at the Luseland Library during July and August. The classes included oil painting, watercolour, and clay sculptures.

ative projects, which will be painted the following week after the pieces have dried completely. “Both the summer camps and the art classes were well attended and so much fun. I hope to apply for the grant again next year and run similar programs,” Dawna concluded.

These kids proudly display the crafts they made at Luseland Library’s final camp for the summer on Tuesday afternoon, August 19th. PHOTOS BY DAWNA NIENABER

1. GEOGRAPHY: What canal connects the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea?

2. MOVIES: Which of Disney’s animated princess movies was the first to get a live-action version?

3. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is a male duck called?

4. LITERATURE: In which famous museum does a murder take place in the novel “The Da Vinci Code”?

5. SCIENCE: What part of the plant is responsible for photosynthesis?

6. TELEVISION: When did the animated TV sitcom “The Flintstones” debut?

7. U.S. CITIES: Which city is known for the saying, “Where young people go to retire”?

8. FOOD & DRINK: Which Southeast Asian fruit has such a strong smell that it’s banned on public transportation?

9. ASTRONOMY: Which star is the brightest in the night sky?

Trivia Test Answerst

1. Suez Canal; 2. “Cinderella”; 3. A drake; 4. The Louvre in Paris, France; 5. The leaves;

Portland, Oregon; 8. Durian; 9. Sirius; 10. 1,000

Rosetown and Kyle RCMP

August 15, 2025

• Rosetown RCMP received a dispatch of a 2 vehicle MVC on Highway 7 near Fiske. No injuries were reported.

• Rosetown RCMP received an erratic driving complaint on Highway 4 near Rosetown. Members made patrols but were unable to locate the vehicle.

• Rosetown RCMP were dispatched to a Breach of peace complaint in Rosetown. Members attended and spoke with the individuals involved. No further action was required.

August 16, 2025

• Rosetown RCMP received a cause a disturbance complaint from a business in Rosetown. Members attended and the subjects of complaint left the premises.

• Kyle RCMP assisted EMS with a medical call in Rosetown.

• Rosetown/Kyle RCMP were dispatched to an Assault in Rosetown. Charges have been laid in this investigation, pending court outcome.

August 17, 2025

• Kyle RCMP completed a well being check in Kyle.

August 18, 2025

• Kyle RCMP responded to a Motor Vehicle collision on Highway 342 near Beechy. No injuries reported.

• Rosetown RCMP received a complaint of a possible theft of vehicle from a business in Rosetown. This investigation remains ongoing.

August 19, 2025

• Kyle RCMP received a complaint of

a motor vehicle collision. The vehicle hit a wall at a business in Rosetown. There were minor damages to the business and the vehicle, and no injuries were reported.

• Kyle RCMP received a complaint of a neighbor dispute in Rosetown. This investigation remains ongoing.

August 20, 2025

• Kyle/Rosetown RCMP responded to a suspicious vehicle in the RM of Monet. Members made patrols but were unable to locate the vehicle.

• Kyle RCMP received an erratic driving complaint on Highway 7 near Harris. Members were not in a position to intercept the vehicle.

August 21, 2025

• Rosetown RCMP received a com-

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plaint of a person bitten by a dog in Rosetown.

• Rosetown RCMP are investigating a fraud complaint through an online bank account in Rosetown.

• Rosetown RCMP received a few driving complaints from the Department of Highways on Highway 15, near Sovereign, where there is a construction zone.

There were 42 Traffic related charges issued, 2 911 mis-dial calls and 5 false alarm calls.

Police are asking anyone with information about these or any other crime(s) to please contact the Rosetown RCMP at 306-882-5700, Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers anonymously at www. saskcrimestoppers.com 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at www. saskcrimestoppers.com

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Pierre Poilievre wins Battle River-Crowfoot by-election

BY KATE WINQUIST

OYEN — The voters of Battle River-Crowfoot have made their choice. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has emerged victorious in the federal by-election that took place on Monday, August 18.

Poilievre established an early and commanding lead, and his victory was never in doubt in what many consider the safest Conservative riding in the country.

With 285 out of 286 polls reporting (99.65%), Poilievre received 80.4% of the vote. Independent candidate Bonnie Critchley was a distant second with 9.9%, while the Liberal candidate, Darcy

Spady, garnered only 4.3%.

Speaking to supporters in Camrose on Monday night, Poilievre stated, “This has been a privilege. Getting to know the people in this region has been the privilege of my life.”

Prime Minister Carney called the by-election in June following Conservative MP Damien Kurek’s resignation, which allowed Poilievre to run for the seat. Poilievre had lost his long-held Ottawa seat of Carleton in April when Liberal candidate Bruce Fanjoy won in an upset.

Kurek resigned after he won the riding in April, securing approximately 82.8% of the vote.

The by-election featured a record 214 candidates, marking the largest number

of candidates on a federal ballot in Canadian history. Most of these candidates were associated with a group of electoral reform advocates known as the Longest Ballot Committee, with many receiving only one vote or none at all.

Among the legitimate candidates were Poilievre, Liberal candidate Darcy Spady, NDP candidate Katherine Swampy, Jonathan Bridges from the People’s Party of Canada, Ashley MacDonald from the Green Party, and Independent candidates Bonnie Critchley and Sarah Spanier.

Voter turnout was 58.82% or 50,434 of 85,736 registered electors (does not include electors who registered on election day.

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Records management technician: an exciting career

4 strategies for retaining your employees

As the job market becomes increasingly com petitive, it can be challenging to retain your employees. Here are four strategies to help keep your talent.

Do you have a passion for analysis and technology? Are you an excellent communicator? Explore the possibility of becoming a records management technician.

Responsibilities

1. Focus on communication. Communicate openly with your employees. Listen to their concerns and be open to new ideas. Let them know they’re heard and that you take them seriously.

2. Think about development. Employees often quit because of a lack of advancement opportunities.Therefore, provide training so your employees can develop their potential,avoid boredom and take on new challenges.

ing for reliable information.

Ask your employees what your company could improve and add these to their benefits and perks. For example, you could include group insurance,paid holidays, yoga classes, flexible working hours

As a records management technician, you’ll have a variety of technical responsibilities. Your tasks could include managing documents by acquiring, processing, distributing and preserving them. You’ll also need to become familiar with research tools, databases and specialized software.

Skills

Create opportunities for your employees to socialize and have fun in a context that doesn’t revolve around work. Use the opportunity to celebrate their successes.

Employee retention also depends on effective recruitment.Therefore, use a specialized agency to start your talent search today.

In this role, you’ll often interact with people who need access to these documents, especially if you work in archives or a library. Such workplaces will bring you into contact with a diverse range of clientele, such as children learning to read or science journalists look-

R.M. OF PRAIRIEDALE

As the job market becomes increasingly competitive, it can be challenging to retain your employees. Here are four strategies to help keep your talent.

1. Focus on communication. Communicate openly with your employees. Listen to their concerns and be open to new ideas. Let them know they’re heard and that you take them seriously.

Depending on where you work, you’ll need skills like teamwork, curiosity, analytical thinking, ethics and technological expertise. You must be able to write clear and simple documents to help people find the information they need. You’ll also need to keep data confidential and collaborate effectively with your team. Does this profession excite you? Reach out to a training institution in your area to learn how you can become a records management technician.

NO. 321 OPERATING FOREMAN

The Rural Municipality of Prairiedale No. 321 is currently accepting applications for the full-time position of Operating Foreman. The R.M.of Prairiedale offers a competitive wage and benefits package.

As Foreman, you will be responsible for, but not limited to, overseeing the dayto-day operations of RM’s maintenance and utility duties, including road grading, snow plowing, shop work, and equipment maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and organize day to day maintenance and utility duties

3. Offer benefits. Ask your employees what your company could improve and add these to their benefits and perks. For example, could include group insurance,paid days, yoga classes, flexible working hours and telemedicine.

4. Get out of the office. Create opportuni ties for your employees to socialize have fun in a context that doesn’t revolve around work. Use the opportunity to lebrate their successes.

Employee retention also depends on effective recruitment.Therefore, use a specialized agency to start your talent search today.

Whether you already work in information technology (IT) or are just starting your studies,here are three qualities essential to your success.

OFFICE ASSISTANT

Village of Marengo

1. ANALYTICAL SKILLS

you must be good at conveying your ideas, making yourself understood and finding the best moments to do so.

3. ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS

full-time Office Assistant in this joint office.

Applications are now being accepted for one full-time Office Assistant in this joint office.

As an IT employee, you’re often required to solve problems. Consequently, you must enjoy challenging yourself and looking for innovative solutions.You must also be inherently curious to stay updated with the latest technologies in a constantly evolving field.

Duties to commence by November 1, 2025 at the latest and could start in a part-time scenario to March 2026 if required.

Duties to commence by November 1, 2025 at the latest and could start in a parttime scenario to March 2026 if required.

The successful applicant will demonstrate excellent communication, organizational, public relations, and computer skills. Previous experience with Microsoft Office and MuniSoft would be considered an asset. The successful applicant must be able to work independently and be able to quickly learn new concepts and procedures.

2. COMMUNICATION SKILLS

If you want to thrive in IT, you must have exceptional organizational skills. Depending on your job, your colleagues may regularly interrupt you and require you to switch gears constantly.Therefore, you must be well organized and able to multitask to keep up with your workload.

The Office Assistant, will provide support in all aspects of municipal administration to the Administrator and Assistant Administrator. Office experience and accounting skills are required.

Duties will include:

IT specialists must be able to communicate with their colleagues and clients.This means

The Office Assistant, will provide support in all aspects of municipal administration to the Administrator and Assistant Administrator. Office experience and accounting skills are required.

• Receipting of payments

• Front reception duties

Do you have these qualities? If so, you have everything you need for a long career in this promising field.

• Schedule, plan and report to Council and take directives from Council on a regular basis

• Grade/snowplow roads

• Lead a team of grader and utility operators

How to welcome a teleworking employee

Preference will be given to candidates who possess:

• Strong communication skills

• Ability to work well with Council, Administration, and staff

• Demonstrates strong leadership, organizational and management skills

• Self motivated with a strong work ethic

• Work independently with little guidance

• Minimum of 5 years experience operating a grader, tractor and other maintenance equipment

• Valid class 5 driver’s license

• Mechanical ability with troubleshooting ability

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please submit your resume with references to: administrator@rmofprairiedale.ca PO Box 160 Major, SK S0L 2H0 306-834-1201 (Phone)

Telecommuting has become increasingly popular in recent years. It allows companies to recruit qualified talent across the globe. If your company is about to welcome a new telecommuting employee, here’s how to do it.

Duties will include:

• Answering and directing phone calls, and responding appropriately to inquiries

• Administrative support to the Administrator, Assistant Administrator and Assistant

• Entering payables and receivables

• Data entry into municipal software programs

• Filing and mailing

• Process, handle and deliver mail received through the Canada Post dealer outlet

• Receipting of payments Front reception duties

It’s rare to get your dream job on the first try.Therefore, if you’re offered an entrylevel position, it’s necessary to ask yourself if it’s a good idea to accept it. Here are some tips to help you decide.

• Sale of hunting and fishing licenses

WHEN TO REFUSE

• Any other duties as assigned by the Administrator

• Answering and directing phone calls, and responding appropriately to inquiries

• Entering payables and receivables

Attractive benefits package is available.

• Administrative support to the Administrator, Assistant Administrator and Assistant

Wage will be based on qualifications and experience.

• Data entry into municipal software programs Filing and mailing

WHEN TO ACCEPT

Interested applicants are invited to forward their resume, including education, experience and references to the Administrator by:

• Process, handle and deliver mail received through the Canada Post dealer outlet

In Person: 20 1st Ave N Marengo SK Mail: Box 70 Marengo, SK S0L 2K0

If the job is related to your area of expertise and allows you to use and develop your skills, it may be worthwhile.The job may let you explore a field you’re interested in and help you obtain a better position in the future.The offer may also be attractive if there’s room for career development within the company.

• Sale of hunting and fishing licenses

• Any other duties as assigned by the Administrator

Attractive benefits package is available.

Email: rm292.rm322@sasktel.net

If you sincerely doubt that you’ll enjoy your everyday tasks, the job probably isn’t for you. The same applies if most of your skills and educational achievements don’t apply to the job and won’t contribute to your professional development.Finally,it may be best to refuse the position if the salary is significantly lower than your expectations or if the company has a high turnover rate.

Wage will be based on qualifications and experience.

Please contact the office at (306) 968-2922, if you have any questions.

Are you having trouble finding a job that suits you? Consult job hunting resources in your area.

Interested applicants are invited to forward their resume, including education, experience and references to the Administrator:

In Person: 20 1st Ave N Marengo SK Mail: Box 70 Marengo, SK S0L 2K0

Email: rm292.rm322@sasktel.net Please contact the office at (306) 968-2922, if you have any questions.

• Introduce the team. Set up a video chat to introduce the entire team.You can reserve extra time for the employee to get to know the colleagues they’ll be working with directly.

• Talk about the company. Describe the lean on and contact if they need help.This will help them feel at ease.

| Rural Municipality of Milton No. 292 Rural Municipality of Antelope Park No. 322

Pierre Poilievre was elected MP of Battle River-Crowfoot last week with over 80% of the vote. PHOTO BY KATE WINQUIST

Eston community comes through in support for Health Centre equipment

BY VERNA THOMPSON

ESTON — Residents and community members will soon enjoy a new bathtub at the Eston Health Centre, thanks to the generosity of Eston and area residents, as well as the Dr. David S. Mulder Eston District Health Foundation.

Last fall, the Foundation was notified that a new tub and lift were a priority at the Health Centre.. The present tub is 15 years old and reaching the end of its useful life.

The Foundation agreed to fund the new equipment; however, help was needed if the unit was to be purchased in a timely manner.

An appeal went out to residents of the Foundation coverage area, and in days, some $30,150.00 was raised, with members of the community donating $13,150.00, and the Town of Eston and R.M. of Snipe Lake each contributing $8,500.00.

In late June, Foun-

dation Chairman Brian Shauf and Treasurer Wayne Sinclair presented a cheque for $32,707.00 to Eston Health Center Manager Jocelyn Nash and Johanna Diegal for the purchase of the tub/ lift.

“The new tub and lift will benefit not only Health Centre residents and the members of the public who use the equipment., “ Nash said. It will be safer and more comfortable for those using the equipment and will also help the Centre staff work more efficiently and in a more timely manner.”

Shauf, chairman of the Foundation board of directors, said that the Foundation’s purpose is to raise and distribute funds to ensure the advancement of family-centred health care in Eston and the district by the provision of medical equipment such as the new tub/lift.

He said, “Since the inception of the Foundation, we have enjoyed

Caleb residents enjoy an afternoon with Lorraine Hartsook

BY JOAN JANZEN

KINDERSLEY — The residents at Caleb Village thoroughly enjoyed listening to local singer/songwriter Lorraine Hartsook as she performed many old time tunes Thursday afternoon, August 21st. With a Hawaiian backdrop behind her, and an audience wearing Hawaiian leis in front of her, Lorraine proceeded to masterfully sing songs from the past.

“Tiny Bubbles”, “Crazy”, “Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini”, and “Take Me Home Country Roads” were only a few of the wide variety of tunes the residents heard masterfully performed by Lorraine.

“If you’re happy, clap your hands!” Lorraine coached her audience during her animated performance. Their smiling faces and clapping revealed how much they enjoyed their afternoon with Lorraine Hartsook.

strong support from the public. The quick and generous support for the purchase of the tub/lift is a graphic example of this support. Once again, the local community has come through when an urgent need was identified.”

The new tub/lift unit is slated to arrive in October.

With extra funds now available, the Foundation has also agreed to purchase a new vital signs monitor, which is needed for the Health Centre.

Members of the Dr. Davis S. Mulder Eston District Health Foundation recently made a significant cheque presentation for the purchase of a new tub/lift at the Eston Health Centre. The funds represent a donation from the Foundation as well as community donations of more than $13,000 for the purchase of the unit. Foundation chairman

Brian Shauf, right, and treasurer Wayne Sinclair made the $32,707.69 presentation to Jocelyn Nash, manager of the Eston Health Centre, second from right and Joahnna Digal, SHA Director of Primary Health Care in the area. SUBMITTED

their concerns and be open to new ideas. Let them know they’re heard and that you take them seriously.

4. Get out of the office. Create opportunities for your employees to socialize and have fun in a context that doesn’t revolve around work. Use the opportunity to celebrate their successes.

Employee retention also depends on effective recruitment.Therefore, use a specialized agency to start your talent search today.

& surrounding areas) This diverse team of professionals delivers precision agronomy solutions to Western Canadian producers Using advanced tools and data-driven insights, we help clients make informed, sustainable decisions Our fall soil sampling program is essential for gathering the data our agronomy team needs to support customized fertility recommendations This is a temporary – Full-Time role for the Fall 2025 soil sampling season (approx September 1 to mid-November)

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Role Accountabilities and Responsibilities

Soil Sampling:

• Operate a truck-mounted hydraulic soil probe to collect field samples

• Navigate to sampling sites using GPS and follow standardized protocols

• Properly label and handle samples for laboratory analysis Accurately record and submit sampling data

• Work independently while maintaining communication with the agronomy team

• Adhere to timelines and daily targets in a fast-paced seasonal environment

Soil Mapping:

• Operating vehicles outfitted with EC sensors and RTK GPS systems

• Collecting georeferenced soil conductivity data across designated fields

• Following detailed protocols for data collection and equipment calibration

• Collaborating with agronomy and data teams to ensure quality control

Skills and Experience

Valid Class 5 driver’s license with a clean driving record

• Comfortable operating pickup trucks in field settings

Whether you already work in information technology (IT) or are just starting studies,here are three qualities your success.

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2. COMMUNICATION SKILLS IT specialists must be able to communicate with their colleagues and clients.This

• Willing and able to work extended hours, including weekends, based on weather and field conditions

• Strong attention to detail, self-motivation, and time management skills

• Familiarity with GPS or mobile mapping tools is an asset (training provided)

Diversity@MNP

It’s rare to get your dream job try.Therefore, if you’re offered an vel position, it’s necessary to ask it’s a good idea to accept it. Here tips to help you decide.

WHEN TO ACCEPT

We embrace diversity as a core value and celebrate our differences We believe each team member contributes unique gifts and amplifying their potential makes our business stronger We encourage people with disabilities to apply!

If the job is related to your area and allows you to use and develop it may be worthwhile.The job may explore a field you’re interested you obtain a better position in the offer may also be attractive if there’s for career development within the

Caleb residents enjoy an afternoon with Lorraine Hartsook. PHOTO BY JOAN JANZEN

RCMP asking the public to report sightings of Curtis Mikituk

KINDERSLEY — Kindersley RCMP are asking the public to report sightings and information on the whereabouts of 45-year-old Curtis Mikituk.

Curtis Mikituk is wanted by Correctional Service Canada for breach of parole and Kindersley RCMP are actively working to locate him. He was last known to be in the Kindersley area, but his current whereabouts are unknown.

Curtis Mikituk is described as:

• Height: 5 ft 11 in

• Weight: 215 lbs

• Eye colour: brown

• Hair colour and style: brown

• Other descriptors: He has multiple tattoos on his neck (including letters on each side of his neck) and his arms, as well as two small tattoos under one eye.

If you see Curtis Mikituk, do not approach him. Report all sightings and information about the whereabout of Curtis Mikituk to your local police at 310-RCMP. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.

4 strategies for retaining your employees

REMEMBERING WHEN We just go there

BY KEITH SCHELL

4 strategies for retaining your employees

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As the job market becomes increasingly competitive, it can be challenging to retain your employees. Here are four strategies to help keep your talent.

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3. Offer benefits. Ask your employees what your company could improve and add these to their benefits and perks. For example, you could include group insurance,paid holidays, yoga classes, flexible working hours and telemedicine.

As the job market becomes increasingly competitive, it can be challenging to retain your employees. Here are four strategies to help keep your talent.

1. Focus on communication. Communicate openly with your employees. Listen to their concerns and be open to new ideas. Let them know they’re heard and that you take them seriously.

Kerrobert Fuels Inc. specializes in producing and supplying locally produced diesel fuel. This fuel is utilized as an energy source within local markets and is also distributed to markets across North America.

Kerrobert Fuels Inc. is a privately held company that owns and operates a reﬁnery near Kerrobert, Saskatchewan specializing in producing ultra-low sulphur diesel, marine fuel and naphtha from locally sourced feedstock. This fuel is utilized as an energy source within local markets and is also distributed to markets across North America.

4. Get out of the office. Create opportunities for your employees to socialize and have fun in a context that doesn’t revolve around work. Use the opportunity to celebrate their successes.

1. Focus on communication. Communicate openly with your employees. Listen to their concerns and be open to new ideas. Let them know they’re heard and that you take them seriously.

3. Offer benefits. your company could improve and add these to their benefits and perks. For example, you could include group insurance,paid holi days, yoga classes, flexible working hours and telemedicine.

In addition to our core business, we are committed to creating a dynamic, challenging, and rewarding workplace. At KFI, we value equity and diversity, fostering an inclusive environment that respects and celebrates the dignity, ideas, and beliefs of all individuals.

The Opportunity

Employee retention also depends on effective recruitment.Therefore, use a specialized agency to start your talent search today.

The Opportunity KFI is seeking a process operator to join our reﬁnery, located near Kerrobert, Saskatchewan, Canada, on a 7 on 7 off days and nights schedule. The primary role of the Operator will be to assist the Team Lead with the operation of the equipment within the tank farms, truck loadout, crude topping area, hydrogen manufacturing area, diesel hydrotreater area including incinerator and flare areas to meet throughput projections and product quality demands. As a team player you will work within the operations team to maintain a safe, reliable and effective plant operation.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

One day, when I was quite young, my father and I went into town to the ballpark in the early evening to watch a big fastball game between our local men’s team and a team from the neighbouring town.

4. Get out of the office. ties for your employees to socialize and have fun in a context that doesn’t revolve around work. Use the opportunity to ce lebrate their successes.

KFI is seeking a process operator to join our refinery, located near Kerrobert, Saskatchewan, Canada, on a 7 on 7 off days and nights schedule. The primary role of the Operator will be to assist the Team Lead with the operation of the equipment within the tank farms, truck loadout, crude topping area, hydrogen manufacturing area, diesel hydrotreater area including incinerator and flare areas to meet throughput projections and product quality demands. As a team player you will work within the operations team to maintain a safe, reliable and effective plant operation.

Key Responsibilities:

Whether you already work in information technology (IT) or are just starting your studies,here are three qualities essential to your success.

The crowd for the game was so large that the parking lot was full, so we had to park on the shoulder of the road across from the ballpark and walk a short distance to the diamond.

Employee retention also depends on effective recruitment.Therefore, use a specialized agency to start your talent search today.

you must be good at conveying your ideas, making yourself understood and finding the best moments to do so.

• Facility Operations: Assist with the safe and efﬁcient operation of equipment under the guidance of the Team Lead.

1. ANALYTICAL SKILLS As an IT employee, you’re often required to solve problems. Consequently, you must enjoy challenging yourself and looking for innovative solutions.You must also be inherently curious to stay updated with the latest technologies in a constantly evolving field.

Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

Key Responsibilities: Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

• Maintain Equipment and Facilities: Responsible for the day-to-day monitoring, upkeep, and minor maintenance of all equipment in the process areas.

• Facility Operations: Assist with the safe and efficient operation of equipment under the guidance of the Team Lead.

2. COMMUNICATION SKILLS IT specialists must be able to communicate with their colleagues and clients.This means

• Safety and Environment: Responsible for the safe operation of equipment and personnel. Must maintain and champion a high awareness for prevention of environmental releases or other incidents.

• Facility Operations: Assist with the safe and efficient operation of equipment under the guidance of the Team Lead.

• Maintain Equipment and Facilities: Responsible for the day-to-day monitoring, upkeep, and minor maintenance of all equipment in the process areas.

Just before the game started, Dad sent me back to our car to get something. I didn’t even need the keys— nobody locked their cars back then because everyone knew and trusted each other. I crossed the road to the car and got what Dad had asked for.

3. ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS If you want to thrive in IT, you must have exceptional organizational skills. Depending on your job, your colleagues may regularly interrupt you and require you to switch gears constantly.Therefore, you must be well organized and able to multitask to keep up with your workload.

Do you have these qualities? If so, you have everything you need for a long career in this promising field.

he left made me feel like he thought he was talking to the village idiot! As small-town kids, using street signs never really occurred to us growing up. We usually navigated by landmarks and familiar places. That was the only way I knew how to get anywhere in my little town.

Whether you already work in information technology (IT) or are just starting your studies,here are three qualities essential to your success.

• Maintain Equipment and Facilities: Responsible for the day-to-day monitoring, upkeep, and minor maintenance of all equipment in the process areas.

How to welcome a teleworking employee

• Documentation and Records Keeping: Responsible and accountable for proper monitoring and record keeping of operating variables.

• Safety and Environment: Responsible for the safe operation of equipment and personnel. Must maintain and champion a high awareness for prevention of environmental releases or other incidents.

• Three (3) years’ experience in a crude oil reﬁnery or related facility with distillation tower operation

How to welcome a teleworking employee

WHEN TO REFUSE

Keith Schell I knew perfectly well where the liquor store was—I’d ridden past it in the back of our car hundreds of times.

• Documentation and Records Keeping: Responsible and accountable for proper monitoring and record keeping of operating variables.

Qualifications:

• Possess a valid fourth (4th) class power engineering certiﬁcate in the province of Saskatchewan, or a willingness to obtain one.

Qualifications:

• Able to work shift work. 7 on, 7 off rotation days and nights - 12-hour shifts

• H2S Alive, First Aid / CPR, WHMIS / TDG or willingness to obtain.

WHEN TO ACCEPT

But before I could cross back to return to the game, an older couple pulled up to me in a big car. The gentleman rolled down his window and asked, “Son, can you tell me how to get to the liquor store?”

• Three (3) years’ experience in a crude oil refinery or related facility with distillation tower operation

• Experience in hands-on support of operations technical, and maintenance work teams

• Three (3) years’ experience in a crude oil refinery or related facility with distillation tower operation

• Experience in developing standard operating procedures

And I couldn’t. I honestly couldn’t!

3. ORGANIZATIONAL If you want exceptional on your job, interrupt you constantly.Therefore, ganized and your workload. Do you have everything promising

2. COMMUNICATION SKILLS IT specialists must be able to communicate with their colleagues and clients.This means you must making yourself best moments

take

• Experience driving a skid steer is an asset

• Possess a valid fourth (4th) class power engineering certificate in the province of Saskatchewan, or a willingness to obtain one.

• Must have MS Ofﬁce skills (Word, Excel and Outlook)

Are you having trouble finding a job that suits you? Consult job hunting resources in your area.

And my parents, for the most part, were the same way. Because we spent most of our time just going back and forth to town, our little town and the surrounding area were essentially the entire universe to our family. And because of that, our parents usually knew where they were going and just went there as well. Street signs only came into play when it was absolutely necessary—typically when we were trying to find someplace new and unfamiliar. How many times did your family slowly drive down a street, uncomfortably scanning for unfamiliar street signs or house numbers, trying to match what they saw with the handwritten directions from a phone call? And how palpable was the relief in the car when you finally found your destination and everybody all pointed to it at the same time and said, “There it is!”?

WHEN TO ACCEPT If the job is related to your area of expertise and allows you to use and develop your skills, it may be worthwhile.The job may let you explore a field you’re interested in and help you obtain a better position in the future.The offer may also be attractive if there’s room for career development within the company.

WHEN TO If you sincerely everyday tasks, The same educational job and won’t nal development.Finally,it refuse the cantly lower company has Are you having suits you? your area.

• Able to work shift work, 7 on, 7 off rotation days and nights - 12-hour shifts.

• Good written and verbal communication

• A valid Class 5 driver’s license is required

• H2S Alive, First Aid/CPR, WHMIS/TDG

• Must be legally permitted to work in Canada

Compensation:

Compensation

Telecommuting has become increasingly popular in recent years. It allows companies to recruit qualified talent across the globe.

lean on and contact if they need help.This will help them feel at ease.

I knew perfectly well where the liquor store was—I’d ridden past it in the back of our car hundreds of times. It was right beside the grocery store, in the same building where we did all our weekly shopping.

We offer a competitive compensation package including an attractive base salary, short term and long-term incentive plans.

If your company is about to welcome a new telecommuting employee, here’s how to do it.

Employee Benefits:

Employee Benefits

Talk about the company. Describe the company’s mission, values and other information to help the employee develop a sense of belonging.

• Introduce the team. Set up a video chat to introduce the entire team.You can reserve extra time for the employee to get to know the colleagues they’ll be working with directly.

The problem was, I didn’t know any of the street names in our little town back then. As a kid, I didn’t need to know them. I always knew where I was going... and I just went there!

lean on and contact if they need help.This will help them feel at ease.

KFI offers a comprehensive benefit package, designed to prioritize the well-being of you and your family Benefits include medical, dental, life and accident insurance and disability coverage.

KFI offers a comprehensive beneﬁt package, designed to prioritize the well-being of you and your family. Beneﬁts include medical, dental, health spending and personal spending accounts, life and accident insurance and disability coverage.

KFI offers a comprehensive benefit package, designed to prioritize the well-being of you and your family Benefits include medical, dental, life and accident insurance and disability coverage.

Talk about the company. Describe the company’s mission, values and other information to help the employee develop a sense of belonging.

• Introduce the team. Set up a video chat to introduce the entire team.You can reserve extra time for the employee to get to know the colleagues they’ll be working with directly.

Nowadays, with electronic Global Positioning Systems in our cars, it’s tough to get lost—though not impossible. People still take wrong turns, miss exits, or end up where they hadn’t planned. And when they lose all faith in their GPS, they might have to ask someone nearby for directions. And that someone might just be a kid.

Your coverage begins on your hire date and extends to eligible family members.

• Present your tools. Familiarize the employee with the tools, software and online platforms the company uses daily.

Your coverage begins on your hire date and extends to eligible family members.

Follow up. Make sure the new employee receives feedback from their immediate colleagues in the first few weeks to help them adjust.The recruit should feel free to ask questions without fear of judgment.

Please send your resume to peopleservices@kbfuels.com

If this opportunity interest you, please send your resume to peopleservices@kbfuels.com by February 15, 2025

• Present your tools. Familiarize the employee with the tools, software and online platforms the company uses daily.

If this opportunity interest you, please send your resume to peopleservices@kbfuels.com by February 15, 2025

Offer mentoring. Ensure the new employee knows they have someone they can

Are you looking for telecommuting employees to join your team? Do business with a recruitment service.

Offer mentoring. Ensure the new employee knows they have someone they can

Are you looking for telecommuting employees to join your team? Do business with a recruitment service.

So, if you ask a small-town kid for directions, don’t be too upset if their instructions don’t make any sense to you. Just remember—they make perfect sense to the kid! After all, they’re not the ones who are lost.

We thank all interested candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

I tried to give him directions, but they weren’t very good. I couldn’t very well just say, “Go down to Uncle Ray’s house and turn right. Go past the big tree and straight down the street to the green house with the big yappy dog, then turn left there. When you see the laundromat across from the grocery store, look around and you’ll see it.”

When I finished my less-than-precise directions, he rolled up his window and drove away. But the look he shot me as

When they go someplace in their little town, they probably don’t know any of the street names. They just go there!

Jamboree Days in Kerrobert 1965

PHOTO MEMOIRS OF MARIPOSA HISTORY BOOK

With sadness, we announce the passing of Laviah May Jamieson, at the age of 83.

Laviah Jamieson (nee Nunweiler)

1941 - 2025

Laviah was the beloved wife of (the late) Gordon Jamieson; and loving mother to Clifford (Gail Kondratoff), Wendy Ostash, and Keith Jamieson. She was a proud grandmother to Jenna (Adam) Bocskey, Breanne (Dylan Wiest), Brayden (Samantha Ketsa), Austin (Kelsey), and Jesse (Shaye), and great-grandmother to Isabelle (Jenna’s daughter) and Lochlan (Jesse’s son). She is survived by her sisters Joyce Clark and Mardell McNally, and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Gordon, granddaughter Alyssa, and sister Gloria Moffatt.

Born in Eatonia, Saskatchewan, on December 17, 1941, Laviah married Gordon in 1960 and together they farmed south of Flaxcombe while raising their family. She was known for her generous spirit, her baking and breadmaking, and, later for her passion for quilting—creating countless pieces for family, friends, and charities.

After spending most of her life on the farm south of Flaxcombe, Laviah and Gordon moved to Kindersley in 2016. When Gordon’s health required him to enter Heritage Manor in 2020, Laviah later moved to Caleb Village Retirement Community, where she embraced her new chapter with grace and joy. She became an active part of the community—playing cards, enjoying musical performances, and, above all, delighting in conversation and connection with others.

Laviah and Gordon shared a life rich with travel and adventure. Their journeys took them to Australia, Russia, across Europe, throughout the United States, and to their beloved winter escapes in Arizona, where they forged lifelong friendships. Whole family trips to Mexico and the Dominican Republic brought joy and unforgettable memories, and Laviah especially treasured a “girls’ trip” to Mexico with her granddaughters Jenna and Breanne and daughter Wendy.

Remembered for her kindness, humour, and gift for conversation, Laviah touched the lives of all who knew her. Her legacy of love and generosity will continue to live on through her family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, if you choose, please make a donation to: Kindersley & District Health & Wellness Foundation, Box 195, Kindersley SK S0L 1S0.

Kerrobert Courthouse Restoration Society needs your help

BY VERONICA SMITH

The Kerrobert Courthouse Restoration Society has come a long way in its restoration efforts for the courthouse. The progress completed so far is thanks to community donations, grants, and fundraising.

Exterior windows have been repaired and painted, eaves troughs and cornice/soffit have been replaces to prevent mortar and cement erosion. A short-term water drainage solution was implemented in the southeast parking lot, a basement interior brick column was repaired, and the society is committed to excluding bats from the attic.

The front entrance stairs have been rebuilt and the Tyndall brick side walls restored. It was during this project that a time capsule was revealed inside of the 1920 dated cornerstone of one of the walls!

While the Society celebrates all these accomplishments, there is still more that needs to be done, according to the structural engineer’s recommendations. The key recommendation entails protecting the foundation from water damage by fixing drainage, repointing brick, sealing the exterior and ensuring proper site grading to divert water from the building.

Now the Society needs your help in order to fund the next phase of restoration. They have a number of fundraisers planned including the courthouse’s 105th birthday celebration on the evening of August 27th. Everyone is invited to enjoy live music by local artists, refreshments, BBQ meal, birthday cake, games and a courthouse scavenger hunt.

The fundraising festivities will continue on December 5th at the Ugly Sweater Christmas Party featuring a hypnotist for entertainment.

The Courthouse Restoration Society hopes you will support their upcoming fundraisers and welcomes monetary donations. Tax receipts will be provided for donations over $20, which can be made payable to the Town of Kerrobert and designated as Courthouse Restoration. Donations can be mailed to Box 558, Kerrobert, SK S0L 1R0, or made by phone to the Town Office at 306-834-2361.

A time capsule was revealed inside of the 1920 dated cornerstone of one of the walls during one of the projects! FILE PHOTO

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We try our best to keep events up-to-date, but if you see an error or have a cancellation, please let us know!

COLEVILLE

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28

• Coleville Fowl Supper at the Community Hall. Doors open at 5:00 PM until supplies last. For information or to donate, please contact Stacey (306) 430-7788 or Teneal (306) 430-1188. All proceeds go to supporting the Coleville Licensed Daycare Committee and Coleville Playschool.

EATONIA

- Every Thursday from 11:30 AM -1:30 PM come to the Eatonia Library for puzzles, visiting and grab your books for the week!

- Check out our TOPS Chapter … it’s free to try! Every Wednesday. Weigh in: 5:45 PM. Meeting: 6:00 PM at Corcoran Place. Contact Cora Knuttila 306-460-9047.

ESTON

THURSDAY, AUGUST 28

• Prairie West Historical Society is holding their annual Raspberry Tea from 2:00-4:00 PM in the Heritage Gallery on the lower level of the Evans House (946 - 2nd St. SE). Artwork by Anna Polsfut is currently on display in the Gallery, so come for cake, ice cream and raspberries and view the art show and tour the museum. Admission is by donation at the door. Contact 306-962-3772 for more info.

- Wheatland Centre Potluck Supper fourth Friday of each month 6:00 PM. $5.00. Bring your own utensils. Coffee & tea provided.

- Wheatland Centre Bingo - 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month 7:00 PM. Regular Bingo plus Bonanza, 50/50 Draw. Must be 14 years of age. Call 306-962-7117 (ask for Linda) for more info.

HOOSIER

- Sunday Service Hoosier Community Church 10:30 am at the Community Hall. Contact Joel Hamm 306-4607056 or Curtis Kornelson 306-460-7327.

KERROBERT

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 27

• Kerrobert Courthouse Restoration Society presents An Elegant Evening in the Courtyard - 105th Birthday Celebration! Cocktails, Snacks, Tours, Music, Fun!

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

• 3rd Annual Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament. 9 Hole. 4 Person Best Ball. 1:00 PM Tee Off Kerrobert Golf Course. Call or text Kim to register before September 12: 1-780-808-3642.

- MS Support Group at Kerrobert Health Centre Meeting Room every 3rd Saturday 2:00-4:00 PM. Contact Gail Wiebe for more information 306-834-7068.

- Pool is OPEN! Check FB or contact the Pool for more info 306-834-2610. Aquasize Wednesday & Thursday 6:00-7:00 PM.

- Walk This Way with Lao Thursdays at the PCC from 9:30-10:30 AM. Everyone is welcome and it’s FREE.

- Ladies Golf Tuesday at 5:30 PM. Mens Night Thursdays at 5:30 PM. Call to register 306-834-2497.

- GROOVY KIDS ART CLASS registration on now. Age 5-14. Classes are Tues OR Thurs 5:00- 6:30, start date Sept 16 - thru May. Registration fee $25 is non-refundable, class size limited. Focus on drawing, painting, ceramics, seasonal crafts & much more. Classes are weekly. Text or Call Elaine at 306-8344300 to register & get info pack.

KINDERSLEY

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4

• Join us for the start of a new KIN year! You’re invited to check out our club’s first meeting of the new KIN year to see what we’re about (with no strings attached for attending). We are always looking for new members! Everyone is welcome! 7:00 PM Curling Rink Lounge (upstairs). Hope to see some new faces!

FRIDAY & SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 & 6

• Energy Dodge Dakota Buttar Invitational Professional Bullriding (PBR) Event at the WCEC.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6

• Kindersley Community Connections presents 2nd Annual Meet A Machine! A free family-friendly event showcasing many different machines and the heroes that operate them! 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM at the Kindersley Museum. For more info contact Ang at 306-4308869.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 - SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21

• Goose Festival Days. Watch for further details!

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

• KCS Kobras Football vs Delisle 7:30 PM at KCS (under the lights).

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20

• Show & Shine hosted by Roadmen C.C. Saskatchewan from 12:00-4:00 PM on Main Street. Free Entry. Door Prizes. Open to special interest vehicles. Contact Darrell Fitterer 306-679-7147.

• Kinsmen and Kinette Club of Kindersley 5th Annual Duck Derby 2:00 PM on the corner of Main Street and 2nd Avenue East. Get your tickets NOW at https:// www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/kkck or any Kin member or Darren at Willowgrove Pharmacy for tickets. $10 each. Only 1200 sold.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27

• Kindersley Screen Arts presents our 10-Year Anniversary Screening - The Life of Chuck 4:00 PM at Sunset Theatre. $10 cash at the door. Wine & beer available for purchase. Attend for a chance to WIN a season pass. Sponsored by Speedy Auto Glass.

- Parkinson’s Support Group Meetings are held the second Wednesday of the month 1:30 PM at 401 - 4th Ave West (New Life Church). Everyone welcome! For more info call Nancy at 306-463-4514.

- Monday Night Jam Sessions at the Norman Ritchie Community Centre. Doors open at 6:30 to set-up, then the fun begins at 7-11 PM. Call Keith 306-460-8633.

- Interested in a support group for weight management? TOPS meetings; every Monday at 6:00 PM in the Kindersley Senior Centre OR contact Jill at 306-463-4210.

- Pickleball meets Monday & Wednesday evenings 7:00-9:00 PM at the outdoor courts (in the Curling Rink if inclement weather). Cost is $50 for the season or $5 drop in. Our club is a part of Pathway To Wellness. More info call Teresa Knight 306-460-7304.

- Fit Fighter Group Class. Helping individuals with Parkinson Disease, Fibromyalgia, MS, Arthritis and mobility issues. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10:00 AM at Anytime Fitness. Call Karen 463-3607 for more info.

- 365 Kindersley Air Cadets meet Thursday evenings at the Kindersley Museum. No charge to be a member, youth ages 12-18, must be a Canadian resident. Contact Ian Kehrer via text at 306-460-0057 or Sheila Kehrer via text 306-604-9044. Come Fly With Us!

• Every Saturday: Mom N Tots Morning 10:00 - 10:30 AM at the Norman Ritchie Community Centre. Registration required: Kindersleymusic@outlook.com

• Every Tuesday: Community Badminton 6:30 - 9:00 PM at Westberry School. Everybody welcome.

LUSELAND

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13

• Luseland Harvest Festival 2:00 to 8:00 PM. To book a table or offer support in any way call Jean (306) 3727367 or Bobbi (306) 430-7515

- The Luseland Homecoming Hall will be available for indoor walking on TUESDAY & THURSDAY mornings. Please pick up the key at the Town Office to unlock the door. Silver collection at the door.

- The Luseland Library Art Gallery has a new exhibit on display featuring local authors.

Recurring events at The Luseland Pioneers Club: PUBLIC

- Every Monday 2:00-4:00 PM Coffee

- Last Monday of the month 2:00-4:00 PM Pie ’n Ice Cream

MEMBERS

- Monday-Saturday 8:30 AM - Noon, Coffee, Pool, Cards, Visiting

- Tuesday 1:00-4:00 PM Cards

- Tuesday 7:00-10:00 PM Games

- Wednesday 1:00-4:00 PM Cards

- Thursday 1:00-4:00 PM Cards

- Third Friday of the month Birthday Lunch at noon.

MAJOR

- MS Support Group at Kerrobert Health Centre Meeting Room every 3rd Saturday 2:00-4:00 PM. Contact Gail Wiebe for more information 306-834-7068.

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