Madison farmer uses 70 year old equipment
BY JOAN JANZEN
Your Southwest Media Group
It’s seeding time in Saskatchewan, but one Madison area farmer chooses to put the seed in the ground using 60-70 year old equipment. 68-yearold Jim Code farms one mile east and six miles south of Madison. Jim’s goal is that “there’s no equipment out there that’s
younger than 70 years, except me.”
Jim has a half section of land. “I only farm 80 acres every year, both seed time and harvest; a neighbour rents the remainder,” he said. “My equipment is in good enough shape. We didn’t have any trouble with the equipment during the four days of seeding.” This year he used a 1952
truck to fill the seeder. The tractor used for seeding didn’t have a cab. “You eat a lot of dirt,” he said, stating the obvious. “It took about four days to do my 80 acres. My son helped me the last couple of days. He’ll be the fourth generation to farm that quarter. It’s quite a big deal for a young guy to work on something antique and persevere.
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Jim has been farming on his own since 1986. He said 1987 and 1988 were years of crop failure. Nevertheless Jim made a personal vow to farm his grandfather’s land as long as he is able.
“In 2009 I seeded 40 acres with a 1929 Case tractor to commemorate 100 years of our homestead,” he said. He sold that tractor a couple of years ago. “I sold about 15 tractors and bought about seven. There’s about 65 tractors in my yard; maybe 20 run. I have enough equipment to farm three sections. I started out doing this to make money; quite often I just break even.”
In addition to farming, Jim moved buildings for 40 years, and is also a mechanic. “I took one year of apprenticeship in the 70’s for mechanics, and then didn’t go back,” he explained. “But I put in enough time to take the test, so you could say I’m a journeyman mechanic.”
Jim likes fixing older equipment because it’s simple, and there aren’t any electrical wires. “If it doesn’t go, you can see why. I’m not an abstract guy; I want to look at things,” he explained. He said he doesn’t touch newer equip-
ment unless it’s out of gas. His newest piece of equipment is a 1972 three-ton truck, and his oldest equipment is a 1926 tractor that still runs. “There aren’t any parts for equipment. If you’re going to fix a tractor, you’re going to have to buy another one like it for parts. The odd time you might find stuff that will fit on something else.”
Jim also has a 1928 Hart-Parr tractor that he has up and running. Hart-Parr sold out to Oliver in the mid-1930’s, and was one of the first manufacturers of tractors.
Right now Jim is finishing up some projects in his shop, and is looking forward to the next tractor pull in Flaxcombe, where he entered three tractors last year. He also built his own sled, and entered thirteen tractors one year in Eston’s tractor pull. “I won quite a few of the events that year,” he said. “Most of the tractors have steel wheels, so it’s fun.” Whether he’s seeding, harvesting or entered in a tractor pull, you can be sure the equipment Jim Code is using came into existence before Jim’s arrival back in 1954.
Madison farmer, Jim Code, has been farming on his own since 1986 and has been using equipment that predates 1954.
RCMP Bike Rodeo a Success
The Kindersley RCMP would like to thank The Town of Kindersley, Co-op, Supreme Source for Sports, the Ministry of Environment Conservation Office and the Kindersley Fire Department for letting us be a part of the Bike Rodeo this past Saturday. This was a well-attended event and an excellent opportunity for kids in the community to take part in several bike safety drills and have their bikes inspected for the upcoming biking season.
‘I would say that at one point there was approximately 50 to 60 kids participating in this event.’ stated Staff Sergeant Kevin Peterson. ‘This would not have been the success it was without all of the community partners coming together for this event. All the kids
Great Plains College hires president and CEO
SWIFT CURRENT, SK – After many months of diligent work by the Board of Governors and Saskatchewan Education Leadership Unit search firm, Great Plains College has appointed dr. Brad Mahon as president and CEO.
Brad Mahon brings 25 years of post-secondary experience to Great Plains College, having found success in the classroom, in the boardroom, and out engaging the community. As a leader in the higher education sector, he is a passionate advocate for providing learners with a transformative educational experience and ensuring institutions are meaningfully engaged with the communities they serve.
“I was attracted to Great Plain College because its mission and vision align with my own values. I believe the post-secondary experience should ultimately enhance
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a student’s quality of life by providing transformational education and training” said Mahon.
Brad’s administrative tenures have been defined by consistently prioritizing collaboration and cooperation, including establishing strategic partnerships with other post-secondary institutions, community organizations, and industry. His formal education is highlighted by a PhD (musicology) from the University of Calgary and an MBA (executive management) from Royal Roads University.
“We are excited about his skill set and desire for
cross-sector collaboration. We are looking forward to welcoming Brad to our communities and forging a new chapter for Great Plains College” says board chair Cindy Lowe.
In January 2017, Brad returned to Calgary to assume the role of Director at Mount Royal University’s Conservatory. In January 2018, he accepted the additional position of Dean, Faculty of Continuing Education. Formerly, Brad was Manager of Visual and Performing Arts at Medicine Hat College, and before that, Head of the Conservatory of Performing Arts at the University of Regina. He also maintains his long-standing affiliation with the Royal Conservatory of Music as a senior member of its College of Examiners.
Brad assumes his responsibilities at Great Plains College on August 2, 2022.
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I saw participating had a lot of fun and learned some valuable safety tips along the way.’ Peterson went on to say.
Several people also took advantage of the newly released bike theft prevention program, Project 529, at the rodeo. Project 529 aims to prevent the theft of bikes in our community and also help return your bike if it does end up lost or stolen. The Town of Kindersley and RCMP would like to remind the public that you can register your bike anytime at: https://project529.com/garage/ organizations/townofkindersley/ landing and if you have any questions about the program to call the Town of Kindersley or the Kindersley RCMP.
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Amanpicked up a hitch-hiker, who seemed like a nice guy. After a few minutes, the hitch-hiker asked if the driver wasn’t afraid he might be a criminal? The driver’s reply surprised the hitch-hiker, who told him the odds of two criminals being in the same car were extremely unlikely.
Likewise, the odds were 80-1 for the horse called Rich Strike, who recently made headlines as the biggest long shot winner, in over a century, at the Kentucky Derby. However the “rest of the story”, as commentator Paul Harvey used to say, is even more interesting.
Rich Strike was listed as an alternate, but was added to the 20 horse field about 30 seconds before the deadline, when a trainer cancelled his horse. It was the first Derby training appearance for Rich Strike’s trainer Eric Reed. It was also noted that Rich Strike’s owner had never had one of his horses associated with the Kentucky Derby. And it was the first Derby for Rich Strike’s jockey, Sonny Leon, from Venezuela. Leon was accustomed to riding small circuits, where the horses
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were inexpensive and the money purse was modest.
As for the horse, Rich Strike had just two previous wins in his career, and finished last in his first race.
Six years ago trainer, Eric Reed nearly walked away from horse racing, after lightning caused a fire in the middle of the night at his equine centre, killing 23 of his 36 horses. He would have lost everything, except the wind was fortunately blowing in a direction that prevented two remaining barns from being burned.
Friends and acquaintances he hadn’t seen in years were there for him after the fire, reminding him just how many good people there are, and encouraging him to persevere against all odds. Deciding not to quit turned out to be the best decision he ever made.
During the famous race, Rich Strike was halfway around the track. However the drone camera flying above the race didn’t even have the horse in its field of vision, since the colt was 16 horses back from the lead. No one even noticed the horse moving forward; everyone was focused on the two famous front-runners. It wasn’t until the
horse nobody knew made his way to third place, that the announcer noticed and scrambled to identify Rich Strike by name during the last few seconds of the race. Rich Strike earned $1.86 million for his first stakes victory that day.
It’s a beautiful story about a small-time horse, trainer and stable becoming winners, but there’s another news story where a group of youngsters were pushed to the sidelines, much like the young colt. It occurred when 1200 Air Cadets from Ontario were bussed to London, Ontario to fly on two C-130 Hercules planes.
It was a big ordeal, and all the 11-15 year old kids looked forward to it with great anticipation. They all had signed consent forms
in order to participate in this once in a lifetime opportunity. However when the bus reached its destination, the kids were all asked who was not vaccinated. The 30 kids who raised their hands were removed from the group and placed behind a fence where they watched their peers go on their flight. After the event they were quiet on the bus ride. Parents of some of the kids said their children cried when they arrived home, and wanted to quit.
Cadets and Junior Canadian Rangers are reviewing their procedures to ensure this situation doesn’t happen again. They were merely complying with federal flight regulations, which the Trudeau government mandated on November 30, 2021 that all travellers boarding domestic or international flights are required to be fully vaccinat-
ed. It’s a mandate not easily understood by kids who joined Air Cadets because their dad or grandparent are pilots.
Like Rich Strike, the horse who was almost excluded from the Kentucky Derby, these kids aren’t quitters, but are persevering. Fortunately, the group called Veterans 4 Freedom, came forward and arranged for a private flight for the small group. Both the veterans and these young Air Cadets realize that life isn’t so much about your starting position; it’s about not quitting and staying committed to their goals. They have learned the importance of, not only persevering, but winning against all odds.
Much like Rich Strike’s trainer, deciding not to quit will be the best decision they’ve ever made.
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First batch of SGI rebate cheques are in the mail
SGI has begun to mail out approximately 603,000 rebate cheques to customers across Saskatchewan.
“World events continue to put pressure on the cost of living, and SGI is proud to provide nearly $90M in relief to customers,” Minister Responsible for SGI Don Morgan said. “Well-performing investments have brought the Auto Fund’s Rate Stabilization Reserve to a surplus, and now is a good time to put some of that money into the pockets of Saskatchewan people.”
SGI customers will receive a $100 rebate for each vehicle or motorcycle they had actively registered as of March 9, 2022. Nearly all classes of vehicle (private, commercial, farm, etc.) are eligible, while trailers and snowmobiles are not. Customers do not have to request or apply for the rebate. They should receive a cheque as long as their
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By Madonna Hamel • madonnahamel@hotmail.com
Joan Janzen’s latest column on valuing privacy got me all riled up. I mean that in a good way; she inspired me up to take up the call to “value our pri vacy” and continue nam ing the clever ways we get hoodwinked into surren dering our personal infor mation for someone else’s profit. She also reminded me of a quote by author Sr. Joan Chittister, a Benedic tine nun, who wrote: “We forget that, new as the fu ture may be, its value will depend on what we bring to it. It will depend funda mentally for its character, its values, on what happens to us as we grow into it.”
about ourselves.
It’s easy to be well-behaved when things are going smoothly. When people and events behave according to my hopes and schemes, I tend to treat everyone with equanimity. But when plans fall through and the promise of reward after a full day’s work vanishes into thin air, I find it’s handy to have a code of conduct to coerce, if not force me into a relative state of clarity and calmness, to settle into acceptance and adapt to things not going my way. But it better be handy. And it better be easy to use. And well-tested. Because I can’t make up a code on the spot. Not one that will sail me through my tantrums and resentments with style and humour.
on hold for a human be ing to speak with me, I was offered the opportunity to use the bank’s new “voice identification” feature. As with every technological offering by “service pro viders”, the “opportunity” was presented as a “secu rity” feature. I have since come to learn that any part of my identity or private behaviours I allow to be accessed is, indeed, a giftit’s a gift I give, not receive.
Thankfully, most cultures have codes of conduct handed down from the ancients and followed by thousands of others who came before us. Christianity, for all its bad press and superficial handlers, comes with a code of commandments that basically asks us to keep our hands to ourselves. If you prefer Buddha’s approach and vocabulary, there’s The Precepts to guide you. If you want to clean yourself of the fog of addiction there’s the twelve steps with its reminder to place Principles above Personalities and practice Love and Tolerance toward all.
The other day I was sitting in a coffee shop in
withstand the tests of time and soul evolution. As my invented character Maude Wilde says: “If I accepted the code as outlined by my mother and the rules of polite society, I’d still be in England. Going to tea parties in prickly clothing and forced to listen to gossip all afternoon. If I stuck to the code as outlined by my father’s congregation, I’d be less concerned with wonder and kindness and more concerned with towing the line to secure my place in heaven.”
In my story, Maude lives in the late 1800s, a recent arrival to The Territories on the edge of the prairie, “where the heavens take up nine-tenths of the view.” She uses the word “heavens” because her religious upbringing gave her that word to describe the sky. Soon she will hear the term Father Sky and will take the time to learn the language of the people who named it so and inhabited The Territories long, long, long before her arrival.
The other guy said: “So, what’s so wrong with that?
You got what you were
“I suppose a code is the same as an oath,” a doctor friend once said. “As in, the Hippocratic oath. While not all doctors who take the Hippocratic oath are hypocrites, all hypocrites are poseurs, pretenders playing virtuous. But who regulates the hypocrite? I am expected to catch myself breaking my own oaths and vows.”
tions for being a member of the Imperialist Conquerors. As a Canadian living in the American South, I was accused of being a Yankee. As an artist, I’ve been dismissed as a drag on the economy.
ances come “smart”. They “think” for you; you don’t get an option. From exercise machines to doorbells
There are also codes of civility and etiquette that do not
doing the giving, the re warding, and the provid ing. We are relinquishing information about our daily lives that can be harvest ed and bundled and sold to marketers, businesses and overseers. We throw our trust to the wind every time we forfeit information
We all do our best, as far as possible, to get along with each other. But we all have our blind spots. Every culture has its snobberies and prejudices. I’ve been sneered at as an intellectual elite as often as I’ve rolled my eyes at nonreaders, and as far as I’m concerned, that makes us both snobs. As an Anglophone in Quebec, I received my share of maledic-
I too, can always manage to find someone toward whom I can pull rank and behave in a superior manner. Without my code of conduct outlining the manner in which I receive and deliver information, I can create a great deal of tension, even start a few fights, and maybe lose a few friends. And nowadays, with contentious, suspicious, artificial, unintelligent, fearmongering, superfluous, specious, fatuous information flying all around us, I personally need to take the time to pause, count to ten, and recite my code to myself before speaking.
According to Robert Louis Stevenson, even pirates have a code. It’s concerned mostly with keeping clean weapons and divvying up the bootie. And one must never steal from another pirate. Honour among thieves. And a pirate is ‘never to meddle with a prudent woman without her consent. I can hear Maude Wilde saying: “I imagine a pirate’s perception of consent might be a bit cloudy. One can only really yield when one has the power to decline.”
Premier Scott Moe appears to believe there’s overwhelming support for how he’s handling the current COVID-19 fight.
He’s read the situation incorrectly.
While there is an extremely vocal minority protesting vaccines and any return to masking orders and maybe a larger minority that might be slightly sympathetic or fearful of Saskatchewan returning to restrictions, the vast majority of people here are doing whatever we all must do to get through this pandemic as safely as we can.
Yes, minority rights have to be respected in a democracy, but those minority’s right end about where the majority’s right begin.
For Moe to cater this group — presumably, because it is vocal and, arguably politically influential — is simply wrong.
Capitalism”, a book many critics are calling the “most important book of the cen-
at press conference earlier this month. “That would be grossly unfair to the vast majority of Saskatchewan residents who have made the right decision and have went out and got themselves vaccinated.”
But the vast majority of Saskatchewan residents who made the right decision did so because it was right thing to do personally and the right thing to do for the betterment of all of us. We all just want to get through this pandemic as quickly as possible.
Why Moe and his Sask. Party haven’t understood this is puzzling.
“We’re not going back to widespread public health orders and restrictions that we once had in place,” Moe said
Moe has remained one of the most popular premiers in Canada since first being chosen for the job in January 2018 by being able to relate to voters’ concerns and by showing remarkable political instincts. It is this skill set that guided him to a massive fourth-term win last October where the Sask. Party massive majority he inherited from Brad Wall didn’t
on my phone saying there was a sale at the hardware store on just that thing.”
Once again, I’m glad I don’t have a lot of disposable income to pour into Orwellian devices burglarizing my private information just so I can “update” or download a new distraction. I agree with Chittister that we’ve been trained to expect the next version or the latest upgrade will be
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take so much as a dent.
But both those instincts and that ability to relate have been badly off the mark of late.
They surely weren’t evident as Moe has sat mum during this provincial election campaign when a Saskatchewan Premier wouldn’t respond to shots from Justin Trudeau at Saskatchewan’s recent handling of COVID-19.
They surely weren’t present this summer when Moe was
Miss Wilde makes friends with a journalist on her journey across the ocean. Mr. Russell was one of the first reporters to enter the Age of The Newspaper. The newspaper was a 19th-century invention that expanded human perception of the wide world as irrevocably as did the steam engine. Mr. Russell, on their last night aboard ship, after imbibing much wine, recited his journalist’s creed, which goes like this: “A journalist is stoutly independent, unmoved by pride of opinion or greed of power. Is constructive, tolerant, but never careless. Is self-controlled, patient, always respectful of his readers, yet always unafraid. Is quickly indignant at injustice; is not swayed by the appeal of privilege or the clamour of the mob; seeks to give every man a chance.”
I recently picked up my 2004 Echo from my mechanic and he laughed at the giant dents all over it. “It’s only cosmetic” I laughed along. “But it’s a goldmine of stories. I mean, how many people, outside of Saskatchewan, can say they survived a hailstorm with stones the size of grapefruit?” Besides, I said, I like my roll down windows and cd player. I want to participate in my journey, not hand it all over to AI. “I know” he says, “old cars are the only ones I work on. These new ones are com-
Frankly, as a former reporter, I find it hard to believe anybody in the profession lived up to such a code of conduct, as “pride of opinion” and “greed of power” seem to be the driving forces behind most news productions. In fact, it’s hard to find straight-up news anywhere these days. What we get are “news shows,” onehour segments hosted by wellcoiffed and obscenely paid “news” personalities counted upon to stir up trouble and share their opinions. They are in a club of their own, distanced from the travails of the poor upon whom they occasionally report but among whom I highly doubt they would ever live. On my worst fear-driven days when I have to be right, not only are those who do not agree with me, wrong, they are stupid. On my best days, I am fascinated by the myriad ways people navigate their own fears and dreams and lives. Letting curiosity trump contempt becomes my best code of the moment.
Moe badly off his game in COVID-19 response
Cellphones were the first “smart” devices. But as I’ve said, most new appli-
Driving home I thought about past road trips, when my car was my sanctuary and I could get away from the world for awhile. New cars don’t give us that choice. So, guard your privacy as if it were your sanctuary, as Zuboff says. Because it is.
ignoring the rising case counts and choose to seen at golfing event.
It sure isn’t evident when he seemed to be under the impression that Saskatchewan people sick of COVID-19 wouldn’t accept some reinstated of restrictions like indoor masking.
tion in which the unvaccinated taking up ICU beds otherwise needed for those having heart attacks or accidents fair to the vaccinated?
And, most crucially, any political instinct or basic common sense that has been Moe’s brand has been loss in his refusal to responde to those record COVID-19 case counts — more than 500 cases in one single day including more than 100 little kids under 12 years not eligible for vaccines.
To this Moe has responded the problem is those not willing to get vaccinated? Yes, they are a problem, but what about little kids getting sick as they go back to school? What about the reality that the Sask. Party government message has been that adults who are refusing to get vaccinated are simply exercising their freedom of choice?
How is the current situa-
Why aren’t we pushing vaccine passports to make life difficult for those choosing not to get vaccinated?
How bad does the Saskatchewan government look when it appears to be waiting until Alberta — reputed to have the worst COVID-19 strategy in the country — takes the lead?
Perhaps it’s simply because Moe got caught up the notion of being the first to re-open — a notion that was initially popular. Maybe he read the political winds wrong or just didn’t want to make a move until after the federal election for fear of ramifications on federal Conservatives.
Whatever the reason, Moe has badly read the situation we are now in.
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Erin Pincemin - Westcliffe’s new principal
BY JOAN JANZEN
Your Southwest Media Group
Erin Pincemin is excited about her new role as Principal of Westcliffe Composite School in Marengo for the upcoming 2022-23 school year. She is currently in the Student Support role at Westcliffe, where there are currently 93 students enrolled. This will be her first Principalship, however she brings a vast amount of experience to the position.
Acting Director of Education, Vicki Moore said, “In her 23 years as a teacher, she has consistently demonstrated the judgement, skills and commitment to learning necessary to be a successful Principal and leader.”
Pincemin comes equipped with three degrees, and has taught a wide array of subjects at Kindersley Composite School from 1999 to 2011, at both the middle years and
high school levels. The subjects include Physical Education, Health, Home Economics, Art and English Language Arts. She was the Student Support Teacher for Kindersley Composite School in 2011, and became the Independent Education Program Teacher for the Kindersley Independent Education Program in 2017.
“Next year, I will be leading the students, staff, families, and community with particular focus on family engagement, mental wellness, and inclusiveness,” Pincemin explained. “I feel very welcomed into the community, and have forged many new relationships. The staff of Westcliffe is very positive and have been very helpful in my adjustment to my new school. We all look forward to the continued growth, life-long learning and well-being of our students in the future.”
Clearview Church welcomes new pastor
BY JOAN JANZEN Your Southwest Media Group
The congregation at Clearview Community Church held a commissioning service on Sunday, May 15th, at 819 Main St., officially installing Pastor Grant and Rosanna Cotton. The head of the denomination, which is based out of Oakville, Ontario, was in attendance for the occasion.
Grant and Rosanna arrived here from Toronto, where Grant graduated from a four year university program. “We visited a few times prior to being installed as pastor, and we always felt right at home,” he said.
Sitting behind his desk, wearing a ball cap and plaid shirt, the 27-year-old certainly looks right at home. “I grew up on an acreage near a little town called Hagersville, in Ontario, with a population of a couple of thousand,” he said. Hagersville is located south of Hamilton.
After graduating from high school, Grant worked for a company building staircases. While enrolled in university, he worked multiple jobs, both as a youth pastor, and as a maintenance person at a horse stable.
“At my former position, I was called the red neck pastor,” Grant laughed. “Rosanna and I both love fishing and the outdoors.” Grant also played football in high school and enjoys tinkering on anything mechanical.
Rosanna and Grant were married in May of 2020. Rosanna worked as a Registered Practical Nurse in Ontario, which is the equivalent of an LPN in Saskatchewan. Kinders-
ley residents may spot the couple walking their two Siberian Huskies, named Luka and Kianna.
“My wife lived in Alberta for over a year, so she’s used to the weather a bit more than I am,” Grant said. Rosanna has a brother living near Weyburn, Saskatchewan, but Grant said, “We left both our families in Ontario. Our families were shocked to have us move to Saskatchewan, but we can always go for a visit.”
Grant described their first visit to Kindersley. “We came in January, and it was actually warmer here than in Ontario. It was about 1 degree, very mild, while we were having minus 30 in Ontario.” Everything seemed to fall into place for this young couple, and the folks in Kindersley found accommodation for Grant and Rosanna and their dogs.
“We drove here when we moved; we did it over a weekend,” Pastor Grant said. Now they’re concentrating on settling in and getting to know people. “I’ve told the people at church we’ll be doing life together.”
Brock’s Vesper Club welcomes visitors
BY JOAN JANZEN
Your Southwest Media Group
The Vesper Club in Brock is doing their part to keep the community spirit alive and well. The club has taken over the building which previously housed the Legion branch, as well as the Vesper Club. Built in the early 1980’s, the structure requires regular maintenance and repairs.
Helen Preston, a Vesper Club member, said the club has done some repairs ... fixed the roof, built a ramp, installed new flooring and replaced toilets. The clubs’ fundraisers help generate funds to cover the cost of repairs and upgrades, as well as paying the taxes on the building. This year, the club is hosting a soup and sandwich lunch as part
of Brock’s community garage sale on the first Saturday in June.
“We’ve never had this before,” Helen said. “We’ll have some garage sale items, a bake sale, and you can get coffee and buns in the morning if you want.”
The club is currently raising funds for their latest projectrepairing the outside staircase. Much of the supplies needed are donated, and volunteers faithfully come out to do the work; it’s a community effort.
The building can also be rented for showers and family gatherings. “It’s rented by donation. There’s no minimum amount,” Helen explained. The Al-Anon group also holds regular meetings in the building.
Helen estimated the club has approximately 25 members, and anyone is welcome to join. The club con-
ducts a meeting once a month, with a potluck supper, as well as getting together to play cards every sec-
ond Friday evening.
“The men started having coffee there every morning and the women started
going one day a week on Thursdays,” Helen said. “Visitors are always welcome.”
Everyone is always welcome to the Brock’s Vesper Club! Be sure to stop by on Saturday, June 4th for their Bake Sale. They will also be particpating in Brock’s Community Graage Sale held the same day. | PHOTO BY KATE WINQUIST
The Barn is a popular gathering place
BY JOAN JANZEN
Your Southwest Media Group
The century-old barn located 12 km north of Fiske is a busy place. Mary Sawatzsky and her daughter Paige Sawatzsky have transformed The Barn into a popular venue for weddings, reunions, workshops, birthdays, celebrations of life and private parties. It was originally owned by Mary’s father and was used for calving, tack and housing pigs. After his passing, Mary began transforming and repurposing the historic structure.
When Paige moved back home, mother and daughter talked about her living on the top floor. Once the renovations were completed, people in the community began asking to use the space, and so their story began to unfold.
The metamorphosis began, and the once typical Saskatchewan farm became a wide-open country landscape surrounding a restored barn, massive decks, a covered dance floor and pathways in the trees. The pathways are constructed out of bricks from the old Anglia School. The manger where cows once ate while being milked is now a bar. The cowshed was cleared out and transformed into a dance floor, fully wired for a sound system.
“Our first event was a memorial of life when our neighbours thought it would be appropriate to have the memorial here,” Mary explained. Now they have three annual events: a Mother’s Day High Tea, The Witches’ Liar, and a Marketplace held on the last day of November.
“We try and feature local people who have created their own businesses, and we just had our sixth Mother’s Day High Tea,” Mary said. “About 50 ladies came.”
Paige said, “Mom and I decided we wanted to do a quality event, and we really enjoyed it! We got a local company to supply organic
teas, which were amazing! We like to pick someone local and advertise for them, make it about them, not about us. We like to promote people who are working as hard as we are building a wholesome business. We try to think simple, wholesome and holistic. Everybody left smiling.”
“The barn seats about 75 people, but we have decks surrounding the whole place,” Paige explained. Paige’s mother is a marriage commissioner, which is convenient since they host between five to eight weddings every year. Weddings can accommodate anywhere from thirty to 300 guests. “We just had a three-day workshop with women from all across Canada,” she added. “This year, we’re having the Rosetown grad party.”
Paige said, “We started it as a project because Mom’s very creative, and seven years later, we’re going strong.”
“Paige came on board with marketing and advertising,” Mary said. The mother-daughter duo completely transformed an ATCO trailer into three charming bedrooms with two bathrooms.
“Paige has a place in the back between the trees where we can accommodate some RVs. They’re not electrical, but Paige wants to make them electrical eventually. We have dreams to grow it more, and it seems to be working,” Mary said. “One thing we pride ourselves on is reusing everything we can get our hands on. We like to recycle, reuse and repurpose. Everything was given to us; everything has a story and a history.”
Paige described their place as an extension of the community and a gathering place. “This is a special place in my heart and in my mom’s. We work with everyone in the community. The main thing we try to do is just have fun. That’s the main reason we built this place, so we can enjoy life,” she said.
Mary Sawatzsky and her daughter Paige have transformed “The Barn” south of Herschel into a popular venue for weddings, reunions, workshops, birthdays, celebrations of life and private parties.
Donut Dash 2022: 1st Fundraiser for the Leader Walking Trail Was a Success!
MALLORY CAWTHRA
On the morning of Saturday, May 14th, 71 enthusiastic participants of all ages, (a combination of individuals and teams), laced up their best sneakers with their pledge forms in tow, and headed to the Leader Community Centre to kick off the first fundraiser for the much-anticipated Leader Walking Trail: the 5-kilometer walk/run Donut Dash! Everyone who signed up by April 12th received a t-shirt included with their registration fee that featured a donut logo design created by Stephen Spence; the t-shirts were created by the talented Darrah Duchscherer. The day of the event, Laura Henderson and Trevor Dumont set up the rainbow arch that marked the beginning of the walk/run. Of course, The Donut Dash would not have been complete without 96 deliciously fresh-made donuts awaiting all participants at the end of the event, sponsored and made by the Leader Inn Bakery.
Spearheaded by the Leader Walking Trail Committee, The Donut Dash Fundraiser was a kick-starter for the creation of a 5-kilometer multi-purpose trail around the Town of Lead-
er, showing the route the new trail will take. There have been many requests over the last few years for the creation of this trail, as there are currently no sidewalks or shoulders on narrow roads like the North Road Allowance (which spans the length of the Town of Leader), and this poses a safety risk for pedestrians and cyclists that use it. As well, farming machinery and semi-trucks frequently travel on North Road Allowance, which leaves little room for pedestrians and cyclists to maneuver safely.
Brooke Clary, Chair of the Leader Walking Trail Committee, explained that the Leader Walking Trail Committee, “…formed last November in preparation for the Federal Active Transport Grant that we knew would be released in 2022. To start, we focused on planning and designing the trail, having the trail surveyed by Milltek Surveys, and working with utilities companies for how to go over their services. We then presented the plan to the R.M. of Happyland and the Town of Leader, for permission to move forward with grant applications. From January to April our committee focused on applying for various grants. In total we have applied for seven grants, and
are still awaiting responses for many of them. We have received $500 from the Saskatchewan Trails Association Membership Grant so far.”
While all of the participants were walking or running the Donut Dash, members of the Leader Walking Trail Committee did a live count of all of the pledges they had received. Once everyone was back, the total was read aloud: $5,850 had been raised from the event, with $4,480 having been derived from pledges. The top fundraising team was “Team Teen Revival,” who raised a total of $1,885, and the top individual fundraiser was Jana Kobelsky; both the top individual and the top fundraising team received a prize basket. Brooke Clary said, “Our local businesses and community members were amazing and donated so many items for the prize baskets. Events like the Donut Dash really would not be possible without our local community businesses!”
Brooke Clary further added, “I think when we read out the amount raised, everyone in the committee was slightly shocked at just how much was raised. It was really encouraging to see so many community members passionate about the creation of this trail.”
The start of the 2022 Donut Dash in Leader. | PHOTOS BY MALLORY CAWTHRA
BY BRIAN ZINCHUK
UFA announces petroleum expansion into Sask
BY BRIAN ZINCHUK www.pipelineonline.ca
UFA Co-operative announced on May 12 it will expand its petroleum business into key markets in central and eastern Saskatchewan. The first new sites in the expansion were announced on that date. UFA is building new petroleum locations in Weyburn and Yorkton. Additionally, UFA is in the process of developing several additional petroleum locations as part of a multi-year strategy that will see the 113-year-old member-owned co-operative expand to service major agribusiness, oil and gas and industrial centres throughout the province. The cooperative said these sites will complement UFA’s existing 110 petroleum locations in Alberta and southwest Saskatchewan.
“We believe in the value of giving our members and customers choice. People living in or nearby these communities will now have another option of where to spend their hardearned dollars,” says Scott Bolton, president and CEO of UFA. “The expansion of our petroleum network is part of a concerted strategy to grow from being an Alberta-focussed fuel and agribusiness co-operative to a western-Canadian service leader.”
“Saskatchewan’s economy is attracting investments from forward-thinking organizations that recognize our province’s potential,”
Scott Moe said in a UFA release. “UFA’s expansion not only means more jobs and more choice, but it is also a huge vote of confidence in Saskatchewan’s agriculture sector and we are excited to welcome their operations in more communities across our province.”
UFA said it will leverage its agent operating model at the new sites, this business model allows UFA to partner with local entrepreneurs and business people to have them become commission-incentivized operators of the cardlock site and bulk delivery business. “The combination of a strong supply chain, one of the largest cardlock networks in Western Canada, and strong agent partners are essential to the success of UFA’s petroleum business,” the cooperative said.
“UFA’s petroleum network offers gasoline and clear and dyed diesel, high-speed satellite fuel pumps, DEF, and UFA, Shell and Chevron branded lubricant products. Additionally, as the exclusive distributor of Dieselex® Gold, UFA is pleased to introduce its premium diesel offering to Saskatchewan. This top-tier product is engineered to enhance fuel-efficiency, reduce maintenance, and increase horsepower,” the release said.
“UFA is committed to investing in our network and in bringing our unique selection of products to the rest of Saskatchewan. The regions around Weyburn and Yorkton, and the other markets selected for additional locations, are key drivers of the province’s agribusiness and industrial economy,” said Don Smith, vice president, petroleum and innovation at UFA. “The expansion project is a significant investment in the province of Saskatchewan and in the local communities where the new petroleum sites will be located. Along with looking at new opportunities for investment, UFA is deeply committed to giving back to rural communities in Saskatchewan, ensuring they thrive well into the future.”
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From left: Fred Thun, Chief Financial Officer, UFA; Scott Moe, Premier of Saskatchewan; Scott Bolton, President and CEO, UFA. Handout
Blackout BINGO!
On the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month, the Wheatland Centre holds bingo. We had our very first pay out of $ 100.00 Bonanza Bingo winner. Bonanza Bingo is a special game whereby each week there are 48 numbers drawn and then each week, until a winner, one extra number is added. Example Week One 48 + 1, Week two 48 + 2, Week three 48 + 3 etc until someone gets their entire bingo card blacked out. In the picture Donna Code is the winner and Lorne Johnson is presenting the prize. | SUBMITTED PHOTO
REMINDERS:
• No pruning elm trees between April 1 and Aug. 31 Permission is required for pruning elms.
• Town does back alley organic pick up twice a year, spring and fall.
• Free compost and tree branches can be taken to the landfill.
• Loose grass clippings may be deposited on the lot across the street directly east of the Town Shop. No branches or bagged items accepted at this location
• Building season
- Does your build require a permit? Check www.eston.ca - Does your contractor have proper certification, insurance, business license? Did you check references?
• Be a good neighbor! Clean up after your pet. Have them fenced or on leash when outside. Remember excessive barking is a bylaw offence.
• Watch for more information regarding the Summer Kick Off Event June 10-12
Welcome to the Town of Eston! A few local businesses have come together to create a drone video of the town, to show a bit of what we have to offer, and while doing that, raise funds for our local fire department. Businesses were given the opportunity to donate, and have their business feature or shown in the footage. Owens & Sweitzer Marketing employee and drone pilot took care of capturing and editing the video, as a company contribution towards the project. A special thanks to all the donations towards our Eston Fire department.
Owens & Sweitzer initially bought a drone to be able to get clear footage of our machines in the field, and getting our customers some footage of their machines. After being certified, O&S employee, Helenka Bernard thought we might as well get some town footage and raise funds while we practice some drone skills. The Town video was aired and already over 4500 views, and we raised a total of $1600 to go towards
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The West Central Senior Badminton Districts were held in Kindersley on April 30. Girls Doubles winners were Paige Colley and Mikayla Brummond from Eston. | SUBMITTED PHOTO
New clubhouse for Kindersley
Wildlife Federation
BY JOAN JANZEN Your Southwest Media Group
The Kindersley Wildlife Federation held a barbeque, awards presentation and trap shoot on Sunday afternoon, May 15. “We couldn’t have asked for a better day,” commented Dan Kachmarski. However, many were unable to attend because of seeding operations and other commitments.
Usually the awards are presented at the Wildlife banquet held in February or March of each year; the Wildlife Federation is planning to have their next banquet in 2023. “It is one of our biggest fundraisers, and we did really well on it, having great community support,” Dan said.
Participants were able to check out the 26’ x 26’ clubhouse on Sunday afternoon. “It’s a garage package we bought and went at it from there,” Dan said. Wildlife Federation volunteers did all the work. “We have people who are electricians and I used to build houses for a living; everyone helped out. It was all volunteer labour. We have lots of community support, no doubt
that that.” Dan noted that much work has been completed during the last six years, but there’s still much more to be done.
Right now the clubhouse is running on generators and power is definitely needed. “It will cost $33,000 plus taxes to get electricity in there. We’re about half way there, so it’s coming,” Dan said. With 389 members pitching in to help, they could obtain the necessary remaining funds needed. “If everyone pitched in, it would help immensely,” Dan concluded.
Their regular schedule includes trap shoots every Wednesday evening at 6:30 and Sunday afternoons at 2:00 p.m., weather permitting. “We’ll have our own registered shoot in July, bringing people from all over Saskatchewan and Alberta. We have had lots of phone calls about that one,” Dan explained. He estimated they could have 35-40 people attending. “We have really good sponsors that help us out.”
People come from Medicine Hat, Estevan, Cold Lake, Athabaska, Lloydminster, Wainwright, Swift Current, Saskatatoon and throughout Saskatchewan for the shoot.
Members
Middle: (L-R) Chris Renaud (Men’s Archery Typical Mule Deer); Aiden McGrath (Junior Men’s Velvet Typical Mule Deer and Junior Men’s Typical Whitetail; Dillon Richardson (Top Canada Goose).
Bottom: The new clubhouse is looking great! Robert Hulgan accepts the Top Big Game trophy on behalf of Jarret Johnson.
Plaques were awarded for the following:
Junior Men’s Velvet Typical Mule Deer (121 6/8) - Aiden McGrath
Junior Men’s Typical Whitetail (128 7/8) - Aiden McGrath
Junior Ladies Typical Whitetail (141 3/8) - McKenzie Mann
Junior Ladies Black Bear (19 7/16) - Tia Mann
Ladies Typical Whitetail (122 5/8) - Alyssa Reiss
Men’s Archery Typical Whitetail (141 4/8) - Layne Wall
Men’s Archery Typical Mule Deer (169 4/8) - Chris Renaud
Men’s Archery Non-Typical Mule Deer (172 5/8) - Jarret Johnson
Men’s Non-Typical Whitetail (164 1/8) - Leon McKnight
Men’s Rifle Typical Whitetail (160 6/8) - Jermey Mann
Men’s Muzzleloader Non-Typical (190 1/8) - Jarret Johnson
Men’s Moose (165 0/8) - Tim Johnson
Top Northern Pike (18 lbs 11 oz) - Layne Wall
Top Rainbow Trout (1 lb 12 oz) - Deb Schopff
Top Canada Goose (11 lbs 2 oz) - Dillon Richardson
Top Big Game: Non-Typical White Tail (190 1/8) - Jarret Johnson
| PHOTOS BY KATE WINQUIST
TOP:
of the Clay Busters Trap Shooting Club take some practice shots.
Team Saskatchewan nets Silver Medal at National Aboriginal Hockey Championships
BY JORDAN PARKER
On Saturday, Team Saskatchewan ultimately lost to Team Ontario in the 2022 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships.
But two Kindersley players on the team found some silver linings in the experience.
“It was pretty exciting to be selected. It was an amazing experience, and I got to meet so many other players. It was a good feeling,” said Ethan Hilbig.
“The coaching staff and group were great, and we definitely battled throughout. It was good, hard hockey.”
Team Saskatchewan went 5-0 last week, but were defeated by Team Ontario in the Gold Model game 3-2. The championships were held in Membertou, Nova Scotia.
“We played well as a team. I found the first period and a half, we weren’t playing our game. It seemed the nerves were getting to us. The entire third, we played extremely hard and never lost faith,” he said.
“We scored two late goals to tie it but fell short in overtime. Overall, it was an honour to be able to play and represent Saskatchewan.”
Hilbig was proud to be a part of such a great experience despite the loss.
“We got to represent our background
and show what the future of hockey looks like,” said the defenseman member of the U18 Male team. “It was just an overall good feeling.”
The second Kindersley player on the team, Carter Cormier, also found a lot to be happy about from the experience.
“As the teams were going along, we just kept playing better as a team. We didn’t get to practice much before we played,” he said. “But we were gelling on the ice, and it was so nice to see the chemistry there.”
Cormier was disappointed in the loss but
Kindersley Stallions back on baseball mound
BY JORDAN PARKER
The NSRBL Kindersley Stallions are set to return to baseball action on May 24. The game was scheduled for May 19, but was postponed due to rain.
Defending league champions, they’ll have something to prove as they play the Standard Hill Lakers away from home.
says the team fought hard.
“It was a good game. We just couldn’t bury one on their goalie. We had 55 shots and only scored two in the last 33 seconds,” he said.
He was also humbled to be chosen for this particular team.
“It was an honour, and I’m so proud I got the opportunity to play in this tournament. It’s so nice to represent your hometown like that,” he said.
“From the traditions and opening ceremonies to games, everything was amazing. It was a wonderful experience.”
“We’re excited for our first game back, and it’ll be a league championship rematch, which is cool,” said Stallions player Kyle Donaldson.
“They’re just a solid team all the way through, and one of their pitchers is really great. We’ll be watching for him.”
That said, Donaldson is also confident in the Stallions lineup for this year.
“We have a great hitting lineup, and we can be threats at the plate. The team has to make sure we have no mental breaks,” he said.
The Town of Kindersley is coming off the big announcement that they’d be holding the provincials this year. It will be the weekend of August 5-7, 2022, and the division has yet to be announced.
“It’s just a really exciting thing. We’ve debated a bid for it the last few years, and we’re so excited to host,” said Donaldson. “We’ll get
to show off Kindersley, our ball diamonds, and there’s a lot of energy around it.”
He said they’re hoping to do some damage as a team while playing this year, and winning the league gave them the confidence to put a hosting bid in.
“We have a good ball team, and we can compete. We felt we could connect with people, put in the work, and put on a good tournament,” he said.
Donaldson, Austin Jamieson, JD Knutson, and Blake Robertson run the Stallions baseball committee and wanted to get this done for the town.
“We can’t wait to get volunteers and sponsors and get things going. It’s a great opportunity for people to get into baseball,” he said.
“The Youth World Championship and a few Canada Cups have been here before, and it’s always good for the whole community. It’s a good thing for the whole town.”
As for the season this year, Donaldson sees a team that could bring it all home again.
“We’ve got a really good team and have most of the core group back. We are ready to compete and defend the title. That’s what the goal is,” he said.
“We want to repeat, and we have some new faces who can help us do it. We’re pretty pumped.”
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Ethan Hilbig and Carter Cormier
Stallions player, Kyle Donaldson. | FILE PHOTO BY KATE WINQUIST
Parents and kids having fun at the diamond. | PHOTO BY KATE WINQUIST
No guarantees in sport, thank goodness
BY BRUCE PENTON Sports Columnist
Growing up in a sports-oriented family, there were two professional teams we were disinclined to root for: Montreal Canadiens and the New York Yankees. The reason was simple: They seemed to always win. Rooting for the underdog was our family’s style, so the longshot winning, the underdog coming through in the clutch, or the surprise victory always seemed more exciting than the same old, same old Habs and Yankees celebrating another championship (Montreal — five Stanley Cup titles in a row in the late ‘50s; Yankees — eight World Series crowns from 1950-62).
That’s why this year’s Kentucky Derby was such a thrill to underdog lovers everywhere. Rich Strike was not only an 80-to-1 longshot, but his status as a starter in the 20-horse field wasn’t even determined until the day before the race at Louisville, Ky. One horse was a late scratch, opening the door for Rich Strike to be added as the 20th and final entry in the field.
Then, of course, he shocked the sporting world by crossing the finish line first, and winning in spectacular fashion. With about two-thirds of the race completed, Rich Strike was in the middle of the pack, 10th or 11th, before an amazing final burst earned him the victory by half a length at the wire. It was a wow! moment.
A great underdog story has always been a favourite of mine. When Buster Douglas defeated Mike Tyson in a heavyweight bout in Tokyo in 1990, I remember where I was when I heard the news (driving down Victoria Avenue in Regina on a Sunday morning following the end of a newspaper convention). Tyson was regarded as being a man of steel, unbeatable, a beast, an uncontrollable wild animal. Buster Douglas was just another journeyman boxer looking for a quick payday, cuts, bruises and concussions be damned.
When John Daly moved from sixth alternate at the 1991 PGA Championship at Crooked Stick in Indiana into the starting field the night before the event was to start, it was a feel-good
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story of a golf straggler getting a chance. No real hope, but a chance. Then, of course, Daly shocked the golf world by winning. It was his first title on the PGA Tour and he went on to become a cult hero with his risky lifestyle and booming drives.
The biggest sports upset, however, is probably the Miracle on Ice of 1980, when the U.S. Olympic hockey team stunned the powerful Russians in the semi-final and went on to win gold. The fallout included the making of heroes, movies and legends. So, Rich Strike, you made my day on the first Saturday in May. This horse proved there are no guarantees in sport — and thank goodness for that.
• Columnist Norman Chad, on Twitter: “You know what’s gonna be
Baseball Hall of Fame announces inductees
for induction into the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame on Saturday, August 20, 2022, in Battleford, SK.
Individual Category: Roger Blaquiere, Edam, SK.; Blair Bosch, Medicine Hat, AB.; Kelvin Colliar, North Battleford, SK.; Myles Dezotell, Regina, SK.; Clayton Ermel, Lloydminster, SK.; Mary Anne Gaetz, Unity,SK.; Ron Knaus, Regi-
na, SK.; Harry Lamberty, Nipawin, SK.; Mitch MacDonald, Regina, SK.; Jack Scott, Fairmont Hot Springs, BC.; Elmer Torgerson, Eyebrow, SK.; Brooks Washenfelder, Yorkton, SK.; Ernie Weimer, Fox Valley, SK.;
Team Category: Indian Head Rockets, Indian Head,; Marquis Wheat Kings, Marquis, SK.
Family Category: Leo MacDonald Family, Regina, SK.
worse than Hell for me? Arriving in Purgatory to see James Harden and Joel Embiid shooting free throws.”
• Mike Bianchi of the Orlando Sentinel: “Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. But teach a man to fish, and he’s going to drink a lot of beer for a day.”
• Comedy writer Alex Kaseberg: “The New York Post reported Fox Sports will pay Tom Brady $375 mil over 10 years to be a broadcaster. Maybe this will be the break that finally turns things around for poor Tom Brady.”
• Comedy guy Torben Rolfsen of Vancouver, on the Buccaneers playing Seattle in Munich this year: “You saw Tom Brady on that boat party . . . is it safe for him to be that close to Oktoberfest?”
• A groaner from Jack Finarelli, at sports curmudgeon.com: “Q: Why should you never fall in love with a tennis player?
A: Because ‘love’ means nothing to them…”
• RJ Currie of sportsdeke.com: “(Canadian tennis pro) Denis Shapovalov called his childish tantrum and cussing at the crowd in the second set against Italian Lorenzo Sonego a
‘heat of the moment kind of thing.’ More like dope of the moment.”
• Headline at theonion. com: “Tom Brady’s announcing deal includes incentives for number of verbs.”
• Dwight Perry of the Seattle Times: “Viking QB Kirk Cousins’ career record as an NFL starter is 59-592. Shouldn’t that make him the Minneapolis .500?”
• Mike Bianchi of the Orlando (Fla.) Sentinel, on Elon Musk vowing to reverse the Twitter ban on Donald Trump: “In related news, Pete Rose is lobbying for Musk to buy the Baseball Hall of Fame.”
• Nick Canepa of The San Diego Union-Tribune, on Titans QB Ryan Tannehill saying ‘I don’t think it’s my job to mentor’ rookie Malik Willis: “What’s he going to teach Malik, anyway, how to hand off to Derrick Henry?”
• Steve Simmons of Sunmedia, on why Barry Trotz would be a poor fit as coach of the Maple Leafs: “Having Trotz coach Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner and William Nylander is like having the fastest horse at Kentucky Derby with Shaquille O’Neal as the jockey.”
Biking from Texas to Yukon
BY JOAN JANZEN
Your Southwest Media Group
Andreas Schraft was having lunch and a much needed rest at Tim Hortons in Kindersley on May 17th. The retired 63-year-old has been biking (on a pedal bike) from Austin, Texas to his next destination in the Yukon. The purpose of his trip was to visit his sister in Thunder Bay and now his son in the Yukon.
Andreas lives in Sweden, but decided to begin his journey from Austin where he was visiting a friend. From Texas he made his way to Thunder Bay, Ontario where he visited his sister, who had moved to Canada thirty years ago. Andreas said he hadn’t seen his sister for about five years.
“There was snow in Ontario and it was very cold,” he said. “There were strong winds in the U.S. and in Manitoba. Sometimes the wind pushes you and sometimes it doesn’t.”
He estimates he covers 110 kms
on an average day, 200 kms on a good day, and 60-70 kms on more challenging days. “It’s not like taking the train. You can’t have an exact prediction of your arrival,” he said. “Sometimes the wind is against me or I’ll have a flat tire.”
He spends eight or nine hours on his bike each day. “It’s just like spending a day at the office. It’s much like taking a brisk walk,” he said. “I didn’t prepare for it in advance, just basic fitness,” he explained.
Andreas tries to stay on the smaller highways as he now makes his way to his second destination, the Yukon where he will visit his son, who is employed as a biologist. His son moved to Canada about five years ago. It’s been about two years since the father-son duo had a visit, and this will be Andrea’s first visit to the Yukon.
Andreas began his adventure in mid-March and plans to be back in Texas in October. We wish him safe travels, good weather and may the wind be at his back.
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one I didn’t expect from the two leads involved.
Rashida Jones – who co-wrote – and Andy Samberg give the dramatic turns of their careers here, and are pitch-perfect.
I watched an interesting dramedy last week called Father Stu, and chief among the reasons the film made the grade was a fantastic performance from Mel Gibson.
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After nearly a decade of controversy, the former film titan has almost found his way back to grace. But it got me thinking about his career, and when he could command attention based on his charm alone.
What Women Want – while hardly the best in his repertoire – is a film that thrives from his convincing lead performance.
Gibson is Nick, a self-obsessed, philandering advertising executive who, through a freak accident, gains the ability to read women’s minds.
What begins as an easy way to pick up soon has larger implications when Nick meets his dream woman in Darcy.
Gibson, Hunt, Maria Tomei, Alan Alda and more make this Nancy Meyers film leap to life.
Ted Bundy: American Psycho Available On Netflix
I’m not going to sit here and tell you this is some reinvention of the wheel, but for true crime aficionados and gore hounds, it may well do the trick.
Elijah Wood, Emma Roberts, Eric Christian Olsen, and Ari Graynor all give lovely supporting turns.
Director Lee Toland Krieger mixes genres and creates a truly beautiful picture.
Uncut Gems
Available On Netflix
This was – point blank – my absolute favourite film of 2019, and it blew me away.
Writer-director brothers Benny and Josh Safdie helmed what is a masterclass in suspenseful, trueto-life storytelling.
Howard Ratner’s life is crumbling before his eyes, but he refuses to see the writing on the wall. The gambling addict’s New York jewelry business is at stake.
He believes the key to solving his debts and worries is an incredible item he’s having shipped in, but his fast-and-loose lifestyle may catch up with him first.
Adam Sandler gives a career performance, and one that was robbed of an Oscar nomination. He’s simply that good.
While it hardly offers a new take on Ted Bundy or his crimes, it’s an adequate, low-budget thriller for genre lovers.
It follows FBI agents Kathleen and Robert as they try to track American serial killer Ted Bundy, played by an interesting choice.
I never thought I’d see One Tree Hill alum Chad Michael Murray play such an infamous character, and while he’s serviceable, one wishes he had a bit more to work with in the script department.
Jake Hays and Holland Roden are our FBI profilers, and Lin Shaye elevates it all as Bundy’s mother.
Writer-director Daniel Farrands makes an interesting little horror film, even if it never quite does anything noteworthy. This will please horror lovers only.
Celeste & Jesse Forever
Available On Prime Video
Words can’t describe how much I absolutely adore this hilarious and heartbreaking film.
It follows a divorcing couple attempting to stay friends and keep a semblance of a normal relationship, while they both attempt to move on.
A messy, difficult, and honest portrayal, this is
It’s a rise-and-fall story you won’t be able to take your eyes off of.
Ghostbusters: Afterlife
Available On Prime Video
The Ghostbusters franchise was something I grew up on, so I was worried about this long-delayed film in the franchise.
Not only does Afterlife manage to make us fall in love with new characters, but it does a beautiful service to old storylines and stars, including the departed Harold Ramis.
It follows a single mother and her two kids, who go to a small town to settle the estate of her recently-deceased father. But they soon realize there’s a strong connection between grandpa and the original Ghostbusters.
Directed by Jason Reitman – and produced by original series director Ivan, the former’s father –this has flavour and nostalgia running through its blood.
Carrie Coon, Paul Rudd, Mckenna Grace, Finn Wolfhard, and Logan Kim are fantastic. This film will bring on new fans of the franchise and please fans of the originals.
Austin Schraft from Switzerland is biking from Austin, Texas to the Yukon where he will visit his son. He stopped at Tim Hortons in Kindersley for a quick lunch on May 17. |
PHOTO BY JOAN JANZEN
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COMING EVENTS
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19th. Jingle and Mingle! Mark your calendars: The Eston museum’s popular Christmas in November returns.
West Central Crisis Centre Annual AGM, Wednesday, June 15 at Safety Evolution (114 Main Street, Kindersley) 7:00 pm. Public is welcome.
Eston Museum’s “Opening Day” event, June 4th, 2-4 p.m. in Heritage Gallery. Display of grain elevator photos and art. Refreshments served. (Limited veranda seating for those unable to use stairs.) Collection at door. This is a museum fundraiser - thank you for your support.
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2 bedroom / 2 bathroom condo in PINCEMIN PLACE, Kindersley. Some furniture.
New flooring. Unit like new. For viewing call 306-460-6037.
Condo in CALEB VILLAGE, Kindersley. Prime ground floor 2 bedroom condo, windows facing three directions with a great view. Open design living room, dining area and Kitchen, 9 foot ceilings and very bright throughout! Walk-in closet in main bedroom, good size second bedroom with closet, nice size bathroom and entrance side closet. Outdoor ground level balcony facing beautiful outdoor grass grounds and Gazebo area, locker area upstairs above condo, furniture is optional. Contact Allan at 306-962-7996.
HELP WANTED
FOREFRONT
INSURANCE is hiring office & remote brokers & marketing/support brokers.
Hybrid Schedules, Commission, & Equity opportunities. Contact Michael 403-501-8013 / mhollinda@excelrisk. ca
Sweetheart Pollinators/Janeil Ent Inc. located near Eatonia, SK. Duties: assisting beekeepers with supering hives, harvesting honey, cleaning extraction plant, honey extraction. Must have no bee sting allergies and be physically fit. Current drivers license required. Wage: 15.55 - 18.00 per hour depending on experience. Possible end of season bonus. START: End of June, 2022 to end of August or early September, 2022. Call for more information or send resume to: Kostiantyn Tyshchenko at sweetheart.pollinators@sasktel.net, 306-430-7086 OR Neil Specht 306-463-8864.
HELP WANTED: Need a couple of guys to
help move furniture and appliances near D’Arcy. Call 306-4609972.
LIVESTOCK
LONGHORN YEARLING & 2-YEAR-OLD BULLS FOR SALE. Also 3 yearling Speckle Park Longhorn cross bulls for sale. 403-528-0200 (Cell) or 403-548-6684. Leave a message if no answer. walkersu7texaslonghorns@gmail. com
TENDER
Looking for a caterer for a large fundraising event in Eston on October 29th. Interested persons please send information to: Box 279, Eston, Sask. S0L 1A0.
WANTED
Does anyone have a LAZY BOY RECLINER for sale? Call Albert Block 306-460-8919.
OOZIE’S LOUNGE
Under the provisions of The Alcohol and Gaming Regulations Act, 1997,
Notice is hereby given that Paulette Samson has applied to the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) for a Special Use - Sports Facility Golf Club permit to sell alcohol in the premises known as Hole In One Restaurant & Beverage Services at 1 Ditson Drive, Kindersley, SK.
Written objections to the granting of the permit may be filed with SLGA not more than two weeks from the date of publication of this notice.
Every person filing a written objection with SLGA shall state their name, address, and telephone number in printed form, as well as the grounds for the objection(s). Petitions must name a contact person, state grounds, and be legible. Each signatory to the petition and the contact person must provide an address and telephone number. Frivolous, vexatious or competition based objections within the beverage alcohol industry may not be considered and may be rejected by the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Licensing Commission, who may refuse to hold a hearing.
Write to:
Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority Box 5054 REGINA SK S4P 3M3
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You might have to turn your Arian charm up a few degrees if you hope to persuade that persistent pessimist to see the possibilities in your project. Whatever you do, don’t give up.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A “tip” about a co-worker’s “betrayal” might well raise the Bovine’s rage levels. But before charging into a confrontation, let an unbiased colleague do some fact-checking.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Although a relationship still seems to be moving too slowly to suit your expectations, it’s best not to push it. Let it develop at its own pace. You’ll soon get news about a workplace change.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A continually changing personal situation makes you feel as if you’re riding an emotional roller coaster. But hold on tight; stability starts to set in early next week.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) Believe it or not, someone might dare to say “No!” to the Regal One’s suggestion. But instead of being miffed, use this rebuff to recheck the proposition and, perhaps, make some changes.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) You might find it difficult to make a decision about a family matter. But delay can only lead to more problems. Seek out trusted counsel and then make that important decision.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Concentrate your focus on what needs to be done, and avoid frittering away your energies on less-important pursuits. There’ll be time later for fun and games.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Although the conflicts seem to be letting up, you still need to be wary of being drawn into workplace intrigues. Plan a special weekend event for family and/or friends.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Your quick wit helps you work through an already difficult situation without creating more problems. Creative aspects begin to dominate by the week’s end.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Be patient. You’ll soon receive news about a project that means so much to you. Meanwhile, you might want to reconsider a suggestion you previously turned down.
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AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) There are still some aspects about that new job offer you need to resolve. In the meantime, another possibility seems promising. Be sure to check that out as well.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Opening up your emotional floodgates could leave you vulnerable to being hurt later on. Watch what you say, in order to avoid having your words come back to haunt you.
BORN THIS WEEK: You’re usually the life of the party, which gets you on everyone’s invitation list. You also have a flair for politics.
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MAJOR EVENT SPONSORS
•Teine Energy
•Good To Go Trucking
•Good To Go Rentals
•GPE Fluid Management
•Luk Plumbing Heating and Electric
•Belitski Contracting
•TKC Trucking and Picker
•Hill Acme Machine
•Coutts Agro Ltd
•Energy Dodge
•Holland’s Hot Oiling
•J and H Rentals
•Fountain Tire
•Dancin’ Oilfield Services
•Tisdales Sales and Service
• B and B Ag Solutions
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DIRT WORK SPONSORS
•RM Kindersley 290
•Aaron and Anika Becker and Family
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CHUTE SPONSORS
•Kindersley and District Coop
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ALSASK
Saturday, May 28
• Herbal Twist and Alsask Community Club presents Hello Spring Market 11:00 am - 4:00 pm at the Alsask Rec Centre.
Saturday, June 11
• Alsask Community Annual Life-Size Fooseball. To enter a team or for more information contact Sara 306-460-4303 or sarawilke@sasktel.net
BROCK
Saturday, June 4
• Brock Community Garage Sale. In conjunction with the garage sale, the Vesper Club will be having coffee & cinnamon buns (opening at 9:00 am) and soup & sandwich (10:30 am) as well as a garage sale table and bake table.
COLEVILLE
Saturday, June 11
• Coleville Town Wide Garage Sale 11:00 am - 4:00 pm. No early birds please.
EATONIA
Saturday, May 28
• Eatonia Chamber of Commerce Community Garage Sale 9:00 am - 2:00 pm. Call Eatonia Agenices to register or for more inf 306-967-2201.
• Eatonia Oasis Living Beef-on-a-Bun and Pie Sale 10:00 am - 2:00 pm in the Arena Kitchen. Donations of pies would be greatly appreciated.
Friday, June 17
• Prairie Oasis Fitness Club presents An Evening With Mitch Larock 5:00 pm Eatonia Community Hall. Beer Gardens and BBQ. Silver collection at the gate. Friday, Saturday & Sunday, July 1-3
• Eatonia Centennial (1920-2020). Visit eatonia2020. com for information and to purchase tickets.
Saturday, July 2
• Show & Shine 11:30 am - 4:00 pm Main Street. Prizes & Trophies. $15 entry fee. For more information call 306-460-7767.
ESTON
Thursday, May 26
• The Heritage Gallery at PWHS has our elevator photo collection by photographer Jack Mah on display. Available for viewing from May 26 to June 11 when the museum is open for the season. Artwork from Holly Wallace and Christine Code will be on display.
Friday, June 3
• Eston Legion presents Steak & Shrimp Night (meal sponsored by Owens & Sweitzer (1972) Ltd.) Eston Legion Hall. 5:00 pm Happy Hour 6:00 pm Supper. $30/plate. Free hotdogs (donated by SK Meats) and drinks for the kids! You must prebuy meal tickets by calling Eston Sheet Metal 962-3333. No tickets sold at door.
Saturday, June 4
• PWHS Opening Day Tea 2:00 - 4:00 pm in Heritage Gallery. Display of grain elevator photos and art. Refreshments served. Collection at door. This is a museum fundraiser.
Friday, June 10 - Sunday, June 12
• Summer Kick-Off 2022. Slo-Pitch Tournament, beer gardens, kids activities, food trucks, pancake breakfast, music and much more.
Sunday, June 12
• Eston Market 10:00 am - 3:00 pm at the Eston AGT Community Centre.
Saturday, June 18
• Eston Caring Hands annual Community Garage Sale
8:00 am - 2:00 pm. Please call Rickie Nash 306-2808640 to be on the map. $10 / Location. Pick up your maps at Eston Jubilee Lodge Gazebo $1 each. BBQ Burgers and drinks 11:00 am - 1:30 pm. Bake Sale 9:00 am - 1:30 pm.
• Eston Rodeo Committee Bullriding Event. (affiliated with the World Bull Riders Association). BBQ Beef Burger Bar and Beer Gardens. Call Kent 306-9627481 for more info.
Saturday, June 25
• Come and Go Reception for Connie (Etter) McConnell artshow, in the Heritage Gallery at PWHS; June 25th from 2:00 to 5:00 pm, and will be open to viewing on July 1st.
• Eston Men’s Annual Golf Tournament. For more information or to register call 306-962-3845.
Friday, July 1
• PWHS is hosting their annual July 1st celebration, complete with lunch, including cake and ice cream, and music! Lunch will be served starting at 11:30 am. This year we will be hosting a car show as well.
LEADER
Wednesday, May 25
• Leader School Community Council Annual Meeting 7:30 pm LCS Staff Room. All parents and community members welcome.
Sunday, May 29
• Riverhills Lions Plant Exchange 2:00 pm at the Lions Hall. Tea, coffee & dainties will be served. Garden plants, house plants, trees, shrubs and seeds. Please have all plants labelled with type and sun tolerance. Silver donation. All funds raised stay in the community.
June 6-11
• Sidewalk Sales in Downtown Leader
Thursday, June 9
• Leader and District Arts Council presents “Per Up, Pianist” by Sarah Hagan (a one woman sit-down musical comedy) 7:30 pm at the Leader Community Centre
Saturday, June 11
• Community Garage Sale hosted by Leader and District Tourism.
Sunday, June 12
• Blumenfeld Pilgrimage at Blumenfeld & District Heritage Site (16 km S & 6.4 km E of Leader on Blumenfeld Rd). Inquiries contact Karri 306-628-8083 (karriwagman.kw@gmail.com), Ron 306-628-7403 or Kendra (avolk@sasktel.net)
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, June 17, 18, 19
• Wild West Daze
KERROBERT
Ongoing
• Kerrobert Courtroom Gallery Art Show “Common Ground” (until May 27)
• Library Storybook Trail
• Kerrobert Golf Course - Men’s Night is Thursdays
• Kerrobert Golf Course - Ladies Night is Tuesdays
Wednesday, May 25
• Book Club at the Library 6:30 pm
• Parent & Tots at the Library 3:00 pm Thursday, May 26
• Marion Mutala Author Reading of many Ukranian books 10 am. Call the LIbrary for more info 306-8345211
Friday, May 27
• CiB Flower Planting Day (Tentative)
Saturday, May 28
• Minor Ball Day at the Kerrobert Fairgrounds. 6 teams playing local towns. Games start at 10 am ending with slo-pitch at 6 pm. There will be a food truck, raffle table, bouncy castles, sand pit, 50/50 raffle and beer gardens. 50/50 is live online, right now!
Sunday, May 29
• Rec Ball begins. Check out the Kerrobert Slow Pitch League Facebook page for info.
Tuesday, May 31 & Wednesday, June 1
• Kerrobert & District Agriculture Society 4H Days
Friday, June 3
• Kerrobert Outdoor Market. Check Kerrobert Market Facebook page for info
• Pool Opening
• KCS Track & Field and Community BBQ
Friday, June 24
• Kerrobert Oilmen’s Golf Tournament
Thursday, June 30
• KCS Graduation
July 8-10
• Kerrobert Rodeo
KINDERSLEY
Tuesday, May 24
• Elizabeth Middle School Drama Club presents “Big Bad” at the Middle School Gym. 2 performances at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm. Admission: Silver Collection. They will also be collecting donations of non-perishable food items for the Kindersley Food Bank.
Thursday, May 26
• Kindersley & District Arts Council presents “Joe Trio” at the Norman Ritchie Community Centre 7:30 pm.
• The Kindersley & District Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a noon hour presentation by SaskJobsEmployer Services Branch at the Kindersley Museum. Guest Speaker: Jaimie Malmgren. Learn how they can assist businesses in the sourcing, recruitment, development and retention of employees.
Friday, May 27
• Great Plains College 2022 Graduation & Recognition Ceremony Kindersley Inn Ballroom. RSVP by May 13. to kindersley.office@greatplainscollege.ca or 306463-6431 for more info.
Thursday, Friday, Saturday, June 2, 3, 4
- 29th Annual Kindersley Rodeo
Saturday, June 4
• We’re Back! St. Paul’s United Kindersley Garage Sale 9:00 am - 4:00 pm.
• Kindersley Flatlanders Speedway 2:00 pm Hobby Stock, Street Stock, Stock Trucks, Wingless Sprints. $10 admission.
Wednesday, June 15
• West Central Crisis Centre Annual AGM 7:00 pm at Safety Evolution (114 Main Street). Public is welcome. Thursday, June 23
• Kindersley Legion Branch #57 Steak & Baked Potato Supper. Only 90 seats will be sold. Call/Text Jeannie Bylo 306-741-9689 to book a ticket.
Saturday, July 9
• Kindersley Flatlanders Speedway 2:00 pm Hobby Stock, Street Stock, Stock Trucks. $10 admission
* Kindersley Clay Busters Trap Shooting every Wednesday (6:30 pm) and Sunday (2:00 pm) at the Kindersley Wildlife Federation Range. Your first round is on us, each round after that is $5. Contact Jeff Vass 306-460-5373 for more info.
