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Teagan Littlechief belts out tones for Telemiracle and Bright Eyes Rescue By Stephanie Zoer Teagan Littlechief and Chris Henderson came to entertain the crowd and support worthy causes on Feb. 9 at the Carlyle Memorial Hall. Upon entering the hall, people saw several silent auction items that were displayed for bids. There was also a table with Henderson and Littlechief’s merchandise, which included her new brand of coffee. An acoustic guitar donated by Troy Foster from Foster’s in Carlyle had Littlechief and Henderson’s signatures. Throughout the night, 50/50 tickets were for sale

This event was to be held last December to raise funds for Telemiracle and the Bright Eyes Dog Rescue, but due to Littlechief contracting the flu and being unable to perform, the event was postponed, which created more anticipation for those who needed to wait to hear the pair sing. A meal of bannock burgers and smokies was provided by the White Bear Education Complex. The Carlyle District Lions Club ran the bar and donated the profits as well to the cause. Henderson opened the show. He was once a high school teacher in the southeast, but now

has released 16 singles, been nominated for 40 awards, and has entertained across Canada. The two-time Saskatchewan Country Music Association (SCMA) award winner started his singing career in the early 2000s. In 2010 he entered a contest sponsored by the Big Dog 92.7 FM radio station in Regina, now Pure Country. The prize was $15,000 and a showcase at the Canadian Country Music Awards in Edmonton. Henderson was crowned the winner, and he went to the studio to begin his work on his album. He resigned from teaching and focused full time on his music career.

Chris Henderson was the other entertainer when he came to perform at the fundraiser in Carlyle. Photo by Stephanie Zoer

He started the concert on Saturday with I’ll be Your Mountain. Never Seen Saskatchewan is his latest single and was well received by the crowd. Littlechief was the featured act. She started her career at the age of 15, when she entered a contest for GX94 in Yorkton in 2002. Her name would be etched in history as the first from the First Nations community to clinch the GX94 title. Celine Dion and the late Selena inspired Littlechief, but her comfort zone was in country music. She is not afraid to go for the high notes with her powerful voice. Over the years her career has climbed with performances at the Bow Valley Jamboree, festivals from all over and the 109th Grey Cup in Regina, where she sang the national anthem in English, French and Cree. She is also an advocate for addictions and abuse and is a frequent speaker on the topics. Littlechief walked on stage and started her performance with her new single Need you to Go. For several hours, Littlechief and Henderson belted out song after song to a crowd

Teagan Littlechief was ready to entertain the crowd for her fundraiser in Carlyle. Photo by Stephanie Zoer of eager listeners. “I could not have asked for a better turnout,” said Littlechief. She had not organized an event like this in a long time and it was a learning curve for her all over again. “Chris Henderson was the icing on the cake for entertainment,” she said. “The band was excellent and so was the sound.” She said the volunteers were amazing and the donations were superb. “The people were the real gems because without them the night would not have been possible,” said Littlechief. The acoustic gui-

tar, Telemiracle merchandise, and the performers’ merchandise door prize was won by Tannis Wilson, and the 50/50 was won by Nicole Currie. The event raised $1,250 for each of TeleMiracle and the Bright Eyes Dog Rescue. Littlechief has plans for the future to hold another similar event, but has not decided on the date, and asks everyone to stay tuned. For right now she needs to focus on Telemiracle 48 coming up on Feb. 24 and 25, which she will be a big part of as a member of the national cast.

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Town of Redvers earns provincial recognition The Town of Redvers will receive a Corporate Vision Canadian Business Award for Rural Community Excellence for Saskatchewan for the town’s ability to pivot during a challenging time. Jena Cowan, the assistant chief administration officer for the town, said they received a call for nominations and filled out an application for the award. In the application, Cowan said she discussed the many steps the town has taken since its administration shifted two years ago. “It was a big change for both our office and

maintenance departments, as we had two employees retire that had been with us for decades,” she wrote in an email to the Mercury and SaskToday. “We were lucky to have two highly qualified staff members, Tricia Pickard and Dwight Jorgensen, who had been with the Town of Redvers for 10 years, to fill the chief administrative officer and maintenance foreman roles. They did so without hesitation and with their usual hardworking attitudes.” Within the first two months of the new positions, the town was tasked

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we require, and have started developing plans for an expansion of our facility,” Cowan said. Once this phase is completed, she said the Town of Redvers will have reverse osmosis water right from its taps. While this was the biggest project the town faced, administration and maintenance were also tasked to create and implement an occupational health and safety policy, procedures, forms and committee for the municipality, as one was not yet in place. “We were given a three-month deadline to complete this, and we succeeded,” she said. While dealing with these large projects, the team kept on top of its daily tasks, and Cowan said they “even went above and beyond” with some grant applications. “We were lucky to have been awarded several grants, one for our senior residents, and another for the installation of a push-button crosswalk on Highway 13, near our school,” she said. “As if that wasn’t enough, remember that all of our staff were in brand-new roles, with

Employees for the Town of Redvers include, back row, from left, Dayna Germain, Dwight Jorgensen and Zach Lees. Front row, Jade Kovach, Tricia Pickard, Sandy Russell, Raylene Gordon and Jena Cowan. Photo courtesy of Jena Cowan training to complete, and navigating new tasks that they had never seen before,” she wrote. “We are so proud of our team here at the Town of Redvers, and we are so thankful that our council is so supportive, progressive,

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Lampman author releases second book in her series By Ana Bykhovskaia Popular Lampman novelist and playwright Maureen Ulrich – the author of the Jessie Mac hockey series – recently published the second book in her new saga. Gabrielle Rouge, Winds of Change Book 2 follows the adventures of the main character introduced in Gabrielle and the Rebels, released in 2022. Ulrich said the new book is a “mishmash” of coming of age, historical fantasy, alternative history, romance, action and adventure, and also STEAM – science, technology, engineering, arts and math. “I packed quite a bit in there. It’s a historical fantasy. It feels like it might have happened, but it actually didn’t happen,” Ulrich shared. The book was also influenced by a trip to Northern France, where Ulrich and her husband toured a lot of battlefields, which is simi-

lar to where the story is set. In the sequel, the main character, Gabrielle, returns home, seeking peace and quiet after a lot of turmoil that took place in book 1. Her father died, so the question is who’s going to take over and look after everything? Her mother and the local populace aren’t ready to accept a 16-yearold girl taking on that role. Besides, Gabrielle has some important secrets to keep. But someone has to save her town from impending invasion by the Imperial Army. “Lots of very, very high stakes,” Ulrich said. “Most books start where they’re at home, and then they go away, but I started away and now she’s come home because to me that seemed natural. After your father dies, it would be natural to want to go home to your mother and comfort her and take comfort from her. So that’s the direction I took.” Ulrich noted that the

Lampman’s author and playwright Maureen Ulrich recently published the second book in her new series. Photos courtesy of Maureen Ulrich first book in the series “almost wrote itself” since she already had all the ideas in place, but writing a sequel was difficult.

“I probably wrote three different versions, before I settled on this one, and was happy with this one. I’ve been working on this since 2018. But this particular version I crafted in about a year and a half,” Ulrich said. She also recently visited the Estevan Public Library to talk about her experiences with different ways of publishing. “I’ve had experience in traditional publishing, and hybrid publishing, where I put some money in but work with a professional publisher, and also self-publishing,” Ulrich said. She said she opted for self-publishing for the latest book and for the first time she’s created her own ISBN (the International Standard Book Number, a 13-digit number that uniquely identifies books and book-like products published internationally), which gave her a little more control over the content. Gabrielle Rouge was re-

leased as an e-book on Dec. 15 and as a paperback on Jan. 15. It’s available online through Kindle Unlimited and other platforms, and will be available locally at Henders Drugs. The book is suitable for youths and adults alike, and Ulrich said the first feedback has been positive. “It’s been good. Some people have told me they like it better than the first one. I think maybe the first one might feel a little strange at first, as [readers] are figuring out where this is, who are the characters. But once you are settled in that world it feels more familiar, so maybe that’s why the second book gets a little bit of a higher vote of approval,” Ulrich shared. She will be doing a launch at the Lampman Public Library on Feb. 15. In the meantime, the work on book three has already begun, and Ulrich hopes to have it released in print by Dec. 15.

Crews respond to truck fire in Stoughton By Stephanie Zoer The Stoughton Tecumseh Fire Department (STFD) was called to a vacuum truck that caught fire near Sullivan Street and Highway 33 in Stoughton on Feb. 13. The truck was parked in a vacant lot just off the

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The governing Saskatchewan Party announced earlier stituencies – with Lumsden-Morse, Park this and He says he wants to outlaw corporate cammonth that voters would go to the polls in three diff erent conRegina-Walsh Acres – on Aug. 10. paigns making false riding claims the benefits of stituencies – Lumsden-Morse, Regina-Coronation Parklongand The Lumsden-Morse hasabout been vacant since burning fossil fuels. But when you read through the Regina-Walsh Acres – on Aug. 10. time MLA Lyle Stewart stepped down for health reasons. act, you see the sweeping items that since would be The Lumsden-Morse hasofbeen vacant longRegina-Walsh Acres has riding been list without a representative since banned if Angus has his way. time MLA Lyle Stewart stepped down for health reasons. Derek Meyers, who hailed from Midale, tragically died from For example, he wants to jaila representative those who speak Regina-Walsh Acres has been without since cancer. well of fossil fuels. 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Friday, February 16, 2024

Carlyle woman holds fundraiser for friend who died from cancer By Stephanie Zoer Elizabeth McMullen resides in Carlyle but was raised in Saskatoon. When she graduated from Grade 12, she attended the Professional Institute of Massage Therapy, getting her degree in 2016. After starting her business as a registered massage therapist, she gained more knowledge by taking a myofascial cupping course, a rapid neurofascial reset course and an instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) course. She continues to upgrade her professional education yearly in this field when she has a chance. McMullen became friends with a hairstylist and photographer, Kim Regier, while she was in Saskatoon, and at the same time began to do vigorous workouts at the gym. While working as an RMT, McMullen began to work on body building. She always loved art and felt shaping the body was a form of art, which Regier captured in his photos of her. From 2019-2023,

McMullen had a trainer and coach named Ryan Richardson who in turn got her ready for competition. In 2022 McMullen was crowned the Golden Prairie Cup Bikini overall champion in the natural and open category, and be featured on Style Cruz magazine with a photograph that Regier had taken. During this time McMullen met Blair Toms and moved to Caryle in July 2023. Putting her body building days behind her, she focused on her family and business, which is located out of her home in Carlyle and offers massage, cupping and rapid massage. Cupping is an ancient healing method that helps ease back and neck pain, as well as headaches, and helps heal scar tissue. Suction cups pull the skin increasing blood flow to the affected area. It feels like a deep tissue massage. Rapid massage is a direct technique that releases restricted joints, nerves, muscles and tendons.

In September, Regier passed away after a brief battle with cancer, which affected her deeply. It made McMullen want to do something in his honour by holding a fundraiser for cancer. She purchased heart shaped suction cups and everyone that books a massage and requests the special cups will be asked to make a minimum donation of $5 to the fight against cancer. When the donation pot reaches $500, McMullen will match it and make a $1,000 donation. She is excited about this event and said many people have already booked and requested the cups. She offers daytime hours during the week and works every other Saturday to accommodate those who work long hours. McMullen looks forward to her life in Carlyle through her family and work. “I love living here,” she said. “It has far less traffic.”

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TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST Town of Carlyle Province of Saskatchewan

Form 2 (Section 4)

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The Observer

Friday, February 16, 2024

Southeast Women of Distinction Awards return The tradition of honouring outstanding women in the southeast region will continue in 2024 with the announcement of the return for the Southeast Women of Distinction Awards, presented by Support You Life Coaching & Consulting. The awards ceremony is set to take place at a luncheon on May 2 at the Wylie-Mitchell Hall. This year marks the second edition of the Women of Distinction Awards, established by a dedicated organizing committee known as Women 4 Women. The local group is committed to upholding the legacy of recognizing

and celebrating the exceptional women who contribute to southeast Saskatchewan communities. Following the success of last year’s event, it has been moved to a larger venue at the Wylie Mitchell Hall. The awards luncheon will feature inspiring stories, a celebration of all nominees, lunch and more as the community honours the local women. Becky Cassidy, chair of the event, emphasizes the importance of continuing the tradition. “Taking the time to celebrate the contributions of the outstanding

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women from southeast Saskatchewan is not something that should be left in the past. This event was an important pillar in the community, and there is a need to keep the tradition going,” she said. The Southeast Saskatchewan Women of Distinction Awards are open for nominations to all women residing in the southeast corner of the province. Details on the nomination process are available on the event’s official website. A “Woman of Distinction” is recognized for her impact on the community, demonstrating vision, creativity and initiative. These exceptional women serve as role models, inspiring others through their leadership. The awards span five categories: •Innovator Award (Entrepreneur/Leadership); •Outstanding Contribution to the Workplace Award; •Outstanding Young Visionary Award

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Five awards were handed out at the 2023 Southeast Women of Distinction Awards. File photo (Youth Award); •Equity and Inclusion Award (Non-traditional, Overcoming Barriers); •Outstanding Contribution to the Community Award. The awards recognize people throughout the region. Among last year’s recipients was Ramona Knebush from the Pheasant Rump First Nations. The Southeast Women of Distinction Awards will also introduce a $2,000 scholarship to the Young Visionary Award winner, plus additional scholarships given to the other

nominees in the category. These no-stringattached bursaries represent funds raised at last year’s event. The intent is to create an annual award to assist the Young Visionary achieve her future goals. A touching tribute initiated at the Women of Distinction Awards last year is the Trailblazer Walk, recognizing historical figures in the region in order to keep them from being lost to history. One new Trailblazer will be unveiled at the awards luncheon to join the inaugural group of four

Trailblazers. Nominations close on April 2 and previous nominations are welcome. The winners of the awards will be announced at the awards luncheon taking place from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on May 2. Tickets for the luncheon are $40 each or $300 for a table of eight and can be purchased at Henders Drugs or from any committee member starting on March 1. For more information and to submit nominations, please visit www.sewomenofdistinction.com. 24023DE0 24023DE1

The Observer

Friday, February 16, 2024

Inaugural family glow bonspiel held in Stoughton By Stephanie Zoer A multitude of bright, glowing colours adorned the Stoughton Curling Club on Feb. 10 for the first family glow bonspiel. The event had 36 kids and adults take part, with six teams playing three, fourend games. Children as young as five came out to experience the game and shared spots with others when they felt they had enough. According to Jennifer Hogg, the day was well received, and many asked to have this event held again in years to come. A curling broom was donated by Prairie Storm Con-

tracting, which in turn was used for the toonie broom draw. Lakeview Insurance Brokers from Stoughton supplied a raffle basket, while Hogg and the Stoughton Credit Union donated prize boxes. Brad Gervais produced a candy trophy, and the Orpheum Theatre in Estevan gave gift certificates. Every kid went home with a prize of one kind or another, which was much to their liking. The next bonspiel for the Stoughton Curling Club will be for the women on March 1-2. Anyone wishing to join in on the fun can contact Hogg.

Adults and kids enjoyed a day of curling at the first family glow bonspiel in Stoughton. Photo by Jennifer Hogg

Playoffs are underway in the Big Six Hockey League The playoffs have started in the Big Six Hockey League. Dylan Herzberg scored his second goal of the game 6:36 into overtime to lift the Bienfait Coalers to a 5-4 overtime victory over the Carnduff Red Devils on Tuesday night in Carnduff. The Red Devils led 2-0 after the first period on goals by Kody Martin and Ty Stovin, the latter coming with three seconds to play in the frame. Martin Druet and Herzberg replied for Bienfait in the second, with Herzberg’s goal coming with 52 seconds remaining. The teams traded

goals in the third. Druet’s second of the game gave Bienfait the lead, but Tanner Reynolds replied for Carnduff. A Carson Cayer goal restored Bienfait’s advantage, but Brandon Trask’s goal with 2:18 to play in the third forced overtime. Jackson Walliser was in goal for Bienfait, and Cody Dumaine was the Carnduff netminder. Game 2 was slated for Feb. 15 in Bienfait. (Results not available at press time). Game 3 is Feb. 20 in Carnduff at 8 p.m. Game 4, if necessary, would be Feb. 23 in Bienfait at 8 p.m. and Game 5 would be Feb. 26 in Carn-

duff, also at 8 p.m. Carnduff was 10-8 in the regular season, while Bienfait was 9-9. This marks the third straight season the Red Devils and Coalers have met in the quarter-final round. Two years ago, Carnduff defeated Bienfait en route to winning the Big Six Hockey League’s championship. Last year Bienfait dethroned the Red Devils. First-round playoff series are best-of-five contests this year. As for the other series, the top-ranked Redvers Rockets will play the No. 8 Midale Mustangs. Redvers had the best record

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in the league at 16-2, good for 32 points, while the Mustangs claimed the final playoff spot with eight points on a 3-13-2 record. Game 1 in that series was slated for Feb. 14 in Redvers. (Results were not available at press time). Game 2 is set for Feb. 16 in Midale at 8 p.m., and Game 3 is Feb. 18 in Redvers at 5:30 p.m. Dates for Games 4 and 5, if they are needed, have not been set. The second-seeded Carlyle Cougars, who finished with a 15-2-1 mark and 31 points, will play the Wawota Flyers (414, eight points), who are ranked seventh. Game 1 was set for Feb. 15. (Results not available at press time). Game 2 is Feb. 18 in Wawota at 6 p.m. and Game 3 is Feb. 21

in Carlyle at 8 p.m. Game 4, if necessary, would be Feb. 25 in Wawota at 6 p.m. and Game 5 would be the following night in Carlyle at 8 p.m. The third-ranked Moosomin Rangers (14-31, 29 points) will play the sixth-ranked Oxbow Huskies (8-8-2, 18 points). Game 1 is Feb. 16 in Moosomin at 8 p.m. Additional games are Feb. 18 in Oxbow at 7 p.m. and Feb. 23 in Moosomin at 8 p.m. Game 4, if necessary, would be Feb. 25 in Oxbow at 7 p.m. and Game 5, if necessary, would be the next night in Moosomin at 8:45 p.m. The Kipling-Windthorst Capitals (2-15-1, five points) missed the playoffs. • • • In provincial play,

the Cougars defeated the host Balgonie Bisons 9-5 on Wednesday night in the first game of their best-of-three Senior A series. The Cougars scored four times in the third period to break open a 5-5 game. Jesse Gabrielle had three goals for Carlyle, including the winning goal early in the third period. Mark Shaw, Tyler Spencer, Dylan Kelly, Ben Johnstone, Koby Morrisseau and Josh Romanyk also scored. Morrisseau added five assists. Landon Audet was in goal for Carlyle. Game 2 is set for Feb. 17 and Game 3, if necessary, would be the following night. Both games would be in Carlyle and start at 7:30 p.m.

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Irene Mary Alice“Ernie” Joseph Debusschere Willis Roy Carefoot Ernest Leveille (nee Martel) 1934 - 2023 1938-2024 August 13, 1928 - February 8, 2024 By Myrna Olson Willis With saddened hearts, Ernie’s family announces his passing at Carefoot, late of Arcola, SK IreneNewhope Leveille of Edmonton passedinaway passed away peacefully with his family Pioneer Lodge Stoughton, Sask. on August 10, 2023 with Edna peacefully the of age of 95 years. She will at his side Visiting at the Redvers and District at theatage 89. Benner recently were her be lovingly remembered by her children Community Health Centre on Monday, Ernie was born on March 16, 1934 on the farm south of Forget, Michele (Grant) Peterof(Sue), 29, 2024Kay at the age Glen) of 85 sisters, (and Sask., theMcCaughey, eldest child Paul & Elizabeth Debusschere.January Left Joel with (Michelle) andmemories Bart; grandchildren special of Ernie are: his sister Mary Stockeryears. and Oakes from Winnipeg Sean, (Bryce), (Lauren), He will be lovingly remembered by his herErin children: LeePeter (Tamara), Debra (Graeme) and Deanna (Scott); and from CalSimeon, Paul (Elizabeth), Nathan wife of 64 Jean years,Miller Darlene. His his sister-in-law Mary Lou Debusschere and her children: Linda gary. They were here for a (Stacey), Michael JakePatsy and Troy children, daughter Sharon Don (Larry) Jensen and son Dale Carefoot (Ron), Sandy(Emily), (Donna), and Larry (Glenda); his brother (Andrea); great-grandchildren His Ryan grandchildren Jensen, Corey coupleJenna of weeks. Debusschere (Lorraine)Keegan, and their (Barbara children: Arnold). David (Kira), Gavin, Scarlett, Evan, Peter, Margaret, (Lindsey) Lyndsey (Rob Purdie Niven). from His great(Allison) and Mark (Laura). Ernie will also beJensen, missed and by his great Jensen Diana ReCharlie, Amber, Calvin, as and grandchildren Valen, Jhace, Layla and his newest joy Cale nieces and nephews, wellMia; as many special friends. gina visited with her sisters and brothers Marlin and by Blaine Christian Willis Jensen. He will be deeply missed by his sister He was predeceased his parents; brother Rene and brotherLinda Birnie Sandra Martel. She was predeceased in-law by herJack parents Joe and Kitty Sandra (Darrell) Hack, his brothers-in-law Eddieand Brady and Stocker. Murray and their families. Martel; brothers Bob and Roy Martel; and her former husband Doug Watt, sisters-in-law Carole Carefoot, Gloria (John) Lees The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, August 18, 2023 at 12:00 noon in Our Lady Pierre “Peter” Leveille andtheMaureen (Jim) Singleton, of La Salette Roman Catholic Church, Forget, with Rev. Chris Juchacz celebrant. Interment will as well as numerous nieces, Irene was Alida, Saskatchewan and attended nephews, relatives and friends. follow at the born parishincemetery, after which everyone is invited Alida to join the family for a time of fellowship HEALTH School. In October 1946 sheCanadian married Legion Peter Leveille of Alida. Willis was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Mona and refreshments at the Royal Hall in Stoughton. They farmed for a few years before moving to Winnipeg where Carefoot, sister Audrey Brady, brother Ron Carefoot; parents-inThose wishing to pay tribute to Ernie via a donation in his memory may do so directly to the they raised their four &children. IreneDepartment, worked in various Harold and Illa Stoughton Worden, sisters-in-law Grace Johnston and Stoughton-Tecumseh District Fire Box 598,positions Stoughton,law, SK S0G 4T0, or the as a seamstress, then as a Box customer service clerk SimpsonsDonna Watt, brother-in-law Jack Worden. & District First Responders, 282, Stoughton, SKatS0G 4T0. Sears, the Sunshine She moved to of Willis started Pioneer his career as ainSask Wheat Pool Agent, then later The family wishes toBakery expressand their Safeway. heartfelt thanks to the staff Newhope Lodge Edmonton as a truck driver for 40 years for Arne Hansen Ltd., retiring in Stoughton in for1986. the care and compassion shown to Ernie. Irene a lifelong hockey fan, and her favorite was 1997. country Hallwas Funeral Services in Estevan is caring for theplayer Debusschere familyClassic - Dustin Hall, music, Funeraldance, travel, bus trips, and sports Gordie - especially baseball were some of his favorite pastimes. He Director.Howe. She enjoyed walks in the countryside and river valley sharing her love of nature with her grandchildren. She had a keen interest in history and WW2 stories. An exceptional loved gardening and her flower gardens were always amazing! mind he had, never forgetting a face, name or birthdate. He FEEDenjoyed & SEEDpainting enjoyed visiting FOR SALE She wasAUCTIONS a talented acrylic artist and with friends, family and strangers. His family landscapes. She knitted toques, mitts, and scarves and grandchildren very special to him and was always and were statements WE BUYfor children Advertisements Ansure her grandchildren in need Need and made were well supplied contained interested in their activities and daily life. He was so proud when herein are the sole DAMAGED GRAIN with Auction home-made cookies! his great-grandchild Cale Christian Willis Jensen was born on responsibility of the persons or Sale? HEATED... LIGHT She :H RIIHU &RPSOHWH was a compassionate, hard-working mother who loved her entities Januarythat 16th, 2024, able to meet him when he was just 3 post the being advertiseBUGS... 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Lunch followed at the Prairie Place Hall in For greater informarence WESTCAN and Edna FEEDSmyth, tion For all heavy equipment: Arcola, on SK. advertising conditions, Auction Services ices was born & GRAIN December please excavators, Those wishing pay Associatribute to Willis ie. via dozers, a donation in his name consultto the A.L. #304543 3 14, 1941 on the SE 1/4 tion’s etc. Beautification may Blanket do so Advertising directly to Conthe Arcolascrapers Cemetery 1-877-250-5252 o`U 2_h ! GQeSX_`U C; 8-9-33 W1. Larry attend- ditions Committee (c/owebsite Town of 359, Arcola, S0C 0G0 on our at Arcola), www. Box Camp/R & B SK provided. C 3 "@ ed school at Bellhouse swna.com. or a charity of your choice. Competitive wages. Auctioneer ~ from grades one to eight, Hall Funeral Services in Redvers took care of Willis’ family - Deb Valid drivers license Dellan Mohrbutter PROVINCE-WIDE CLASSIthen to Parkman for Heidinger, Funeral Director. Phone 306-452-3815 req’d. FIEDS. 49 local community grades nine and ten. He Fax 306-452-3733 newspapers, distributing to over Send resume and then went into Manor for IN MEMORIAM GENERAL EMPLOYMENT Website: keymauction.com work references to: grades eleven and twelve. Out 450 communities, including 14 Line Cook cities. Reach over 550,000 Bryden Construction of school Larry worked on the oil of two Co. (2)Inc.years and Transport rigs at many readers weekly. Call 306- Minimum WANTED experience. )V_ (YIVYÄLSK :2 points around home until 1966. He then journeyed 649.1405 or visit www.swna. kitchen Tasks: com for details. : , ( " east to Nova Scotia and then to Rainbow Lake, Alberta and Prepare cook complete Fax:and 306-769-8844 points in British Colombia. He farmed at Parkman from 1972 to Find QUALIFIED, LOCAL EM,THPS! dishes and 1981, then went to the North Sea and worked on rigs off shore. 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Wawota, and Lynn Brady of Kenosee Lake. She is also a great-granddaughter for Dorothy Brady and Clara Coﬀey, both of Carlyle. Alex and Maureen McIssac from Calgary renewed acquaintances in Wawota recently. The family of Bill and SERVICES MarieHEALTH Jensen gathered in Wawota for a reunion Aug. 7-13. Families in attendance came from B.C., Alberta, Minnesota and Saskatchewan for a week of reminiscing and fun family activities.

Alida happenings By Edel Cowan Faye Walker was in Saskatoon for a few days this past week, visiting with her family, the Nickels, and helping her daughter celebrate her birthday. She had a dental appointment as well. Lacie Nilsen of Regina spent a couple of days over the weekend with her family Tim, Shelly and Ainsley Cowan, they enjoyed their time at the camper.

Nothing moving yet in the elds, but the farmers are keeping a close watch on everything. They have done some spraying, so I’m sure the harvest rush will soon begin. Good luck to the farmers and let’s hope once they get started they can keep on going. Until next week – take care and remember to inform me of any happenings around town or in the area. Text or call me at 306-485-8561.

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Heand nursRogers tests over course hisAustralia “Theinspecialist near Invermay, she was farm, and later began drowned when he was with leukemia and was told illness. ing staﬀ have been great raised two sisters own farming on been pulledand into the itocean he had awith few weeks to live. their Blood work has make an easier proand tworeceiving brothers vigorous on a separate with an undertow. After done parcels. on a regular basis. cess,” said Rogers. farm. Dickie worked in Dickie chemotherapy treatment, This tells how the blast cells Nowsaid days those after the treatShe attended uniStoughton and Fillmore were tough times, he went into remission un- were increasing. ment, Rogersbutis feeling versity in Saskatoon years,placed they needed to this move til a few months ago, whenthroughA the port was tired, and was to be to get also Rogers’ caring chest for into forward from this. the blasther cellsregistered in his bloodwhile through expected according to the nurse’s Back in the day, came back.(RN) degree their his four heart.sons. When doctors. and took a job in Fillher sons were young, Dickie said nurses The leukemia had re“It was not a great feelRogers will remain in more. and it was impera-sheing, worked time. could hospital do moreininSaskatoon the turned, but part it was something for pro-this that Theyneeded built to a new office four thanto they can He will tive The that nursing he receive be done,” six weeks. gramcell at treatment. the time was house their farm in today.then People came in Carol stem saidon Rogers. be an outpatient forDickie loves her job, as it is a rewarding way to be around people. Photo two years. This has 1983, for which Dickie that needed stitches His sister was a perfect Rogers laid in a chair in the next four to six months, by Stephanie Zoer changedbut overdue the to years plans and they would and itremaining was done in at Saskatoon the match, somedrew thethe hospital, which as vaninto or Regina with the things, Dickie enjoyed be done, as there is so to a four-year program. whatever work He theysaidoffice. Home care to was complications could not bedidform his body. it he will have check collaborating with them much more paperwork In 1971, her first could. atdaily. one maternity ward. a donor. was When similarthey to a had bean not bag available the hospital There was a time all. involved.” jobLuckily was atfor the Fillmore the floor joists laid, time, so the nurses took Rogers, anoth- chair. He would also wear a At that time, his wife will She recalls that a Dickie loved her job Hospital, which 18 they received foot care of these er donor was foundhad in anothmask, whichahe saidoflooked stay withtasks him as and that be hisStoughton had a clinic that operated five Dr. Rose stayed the lonand the journey it has beds. They had nurses’ snow that May. This well. er country, and this person like a fencing mask and caregiver. days a week, but over gest and came to the taken her over the years. aids and candy stripers home burned down one Dickie also made was also a perfect match. it was pinned down so he It is a long road, but it is the years this has been southeast from ToronShe remains as the reat Rogers this time. year ago; her son was house calls during would now need could not move. one that Rogers and his wife downgraded to and two to. 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Kitt shared with Fillmore found the travelling is grateful that they live it takes several volun- Currie, and Connor, Luke and at other times a quite easy here and nearby. She also plays During those years, The third annual Cre- teers. Along the way, babies and Emmett Johnston doctor came from Este- enjoyed his drives. He cribbage when needed were delivered ative Tables cancer run, check stops are posted for in raised the roofMore for the Weyburn. re- van. Although they all remained for 16 years. and will attend provinIn 2011, Arcola be- cials in Melville. She is walk and ride was held on runners who need to recently ght against with had their way of doing it has cancer been Estegan to share their doc- a member of the legion YOU REQUEST HEART CUPPING DURING YOUR Aug. ANYTIME 13, beginning at the fuel on water. their donations. MASSAGE TREATMENT THERE WILL BE A $5.00 MINIMUMlooks tors with the Stough- in Stoughton. Arcola Optimist Legion Each participant Const. 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HE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: SAGITTARIUS AND CAPRICORN

THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: AQUARIUS, PISCES AND ARIES

PUZZLE NO. 225

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PUZZLE NO. 226

LUCKIEST46. SIGNS THIS WEEK: Peeve 29. Angler’sTHE bait TAURUS, GEMINI AND CANCER 47. Be informed 30. Smooth, as ARIES clothes ARIES 48. Drinks daintily Major changes are on the horizon in Unexpected circumstances could cause 49.ofWary various areas your life! You’ll feel jus delays. Give yourself plenty of time be 34. Mew of your achievements and tween appointments to relieve some of 35. Scoundrel tifiably proud 50. Pod vegetable will make the necessary efforts to ensure the pressure. This is a good time to start 38. Lead actor your business 51. runs Ticksmoothly. off your own business. 40. “____ Old Men” 52. Antlered animal TAURUS TAURUS It’s time to rejuvenate yourself; bask in You could be invited on a getaway with 42. Impede 53. Barely passing the present moment and relax. Someone a few friends. Nothing will bring you grade 44. Power unit close to you will require your help. If more joy than a change of scenery, even

TAURUS

You’ll have a boost in self-confidence, which will pave the way for significant progress in your professional and per sonal life. You’ll have the opportunity to stand out and be recognized in your community.

HOW TO PLAY:

PUZZLE NO. 962

Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. You already have a few numbers to get you started. Remember: you must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column or 3x3 box.

Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once.

ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 960

HOW TO PLAY:

LEVEL: ADVANCED

ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 959

HOW TO PLAY:

Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. You already have a few numbers to get you started. Remember: you must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column or 3x3 box.

Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once.

AQUARIUS the numbers 1 through Fill in the grid so thatcontains every row, You’ll feel every the need to be supported both every column and 3x3 box contains AQUARIUS 9 only once. professionally and personally. You’ll give You’ll expand your social circle, thanks the numberseverything 1 through 9 only once. you have to someone close PUZZLE NO. 961

to you. Your generosity may sometimes Each 3x3 box is outlined with a be taken for granted.with a darker line. Each 3x3 box is outlined

in large part to your increased presence on social media. Your talents and profes sional activities will become better known, improving your financial situation.

HOW TO PLAY:

Live well with

ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 960

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Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. You already have a few numbers to get you started. Remember: you must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column or 3x3 box.

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PUZZLE NO. 959

LEVEL: LEVEL:ADVANCED INTERMEDIATE

You must take time to think before mak ing a crucial decision. If you want to reach your professional goals, you must make changes to move in the direction you want and experience satisfaction.

LEO

Accumulated fatigue is taking toll on cut 36. its Small ACROSS you. However, a visit to a massage thera

1. Light pats will restore37. p pist or doctor yourOlympic vitality. If you’re single, some people may lack 5. Pant 39. Supportin manners, indicating they’re not the right match forlapse you. 9. Moral 41. Chinese beverage 12. Fail to mention VIRGO Stress could be getting to you. Making the 42. Chew 13. Resounding a few adjustments to your lifestyle could sound 44. Marina sig improve the situation. You’ll be rewarded for being bold. You must46. identify 14. Work by Fastyour cat goals so that achieving them will become Shelley child’s play. 50. Pie shell 15. Heading 53. “____ Day LIBRA Your friends an excit 17. Pub brewwill invite you onCome” ing adventure. If you’re in a relationship, 18. More unusual 54.this Makeup it you’ll feel particularly romantic week. If you’re single, someone could2show a wds. 19. Leaked keen interest in you, especially if you par ____ capit ticipatedMadison, in a Valentine’s 56. Day activity. 21. Oscar e.g. 57. Sensitive SCORPIO This week will be an emotional roller 23. Snaky fish 58. Trucker’s coaster. If your financial situation is trou vehicle 24. Summer cooler bling you, take the necessary steps to fix it. It may be easier than you think! This 59. Superman 26. Misery will help you regain your zest for life. emblem 28. Hearts and SAGITTARIUS 60. Brass horn clubs You may receive an unexpected declara tion ofloaves love from someone61. close to you. Genesis h 32. Deli At work, you’ll organize an event that will 34. Fully bring together more people than you expected. The changes you suggest will be well received.

CAPRICORN You’re full of energy and ready to take You’ll devote a substantial amount of the world by storm! You’ll be inspired your time to family this week. You may to take on new things, both at work and think about moving in the short term. TO PUZZLE NO. 960 at home. This will bring you a deep Fill in the grid so that every row, At ANSWER the very least, a significant change in sense of satisfaction. every column and every 3x3 box your personal or professional environ ment will be beneficial.

LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE

PISCES

recognize your sacrifices.

CAPRICORN

LEVEL: ADVANCED

PUZZLE NO. 960

LEVEL: ADVANCED

Your emotions will be palpable this week. This could lead you to have deeper con versations with those closest to you. You’ll experience a form of enlightenment that opens you up to new possibilities and gives you a unique experience.

LEVEL: ADVANCED

AQUARIUS

You could be suffering from seasonal depression. Fortunately, getting physi cally active will be an effective remedy. You could even discover a new winter sport you love.

The idea of embarking on a spiritual jour

ney will take root in your mind. It will 37. Sis’s sibs LEO 3. Declare Before making a major purchase, care require several months of careful prepa You’ll be overwhelmed with urgent tasks untrue 1. Seclude 39. Lasagna fully assess your budget and determine ration to blossom and become a source at work this week. Although stressful, NO. if this expense isActed necessary. If you’re pa of inspiration, ultimately allowing you to this situation have a960 positive im seasoning PUZZLE 4. will Repute 5. like tient, you’ll be more satisfied and score find profound meaning in your existence. pact on your career. Opportunities for ad 41. Conveyed vancement5.mayDeadly a better price. 9. Health club emerge. reptile VIRGO 42. Laundry 6. Duffer’s goal VIRGO 12. Point-scoring Emotions are powerful around you. You VIRGO Get ready for an eventful week! A few mayNO. need225 to rethink your relationship machine Even if you7.tendEdit serves to betext a private person, ANSWER TO PUZZLE unforeseen circumstances could arise. to flourish. At the very least, you’ll no you’ll find yourself in the limelight. This 13. Identical 8. Art ____ At work, you’ll be delighted to get a 43. Fear longer accept compromises. You’ll need situation will require you to overcome promotion.14. ThisJoin will help you feelwith more 45. Waits in secret to reflect deeply about your relationship. forces your shyness. Many people will express 9. Downhearted secure in your future or allow you to their admiration for you, and you’ll show 49. Coiled LIBRA embark on15. a new life path. to be Allowed Bakery them your10. gratitude. Although there may be some tension, used 54. Tiny offering LIBRA your strong teamwork skills will help you LIBRA Sometimes16. youComes must take afirst step back to 55. Female make great progress. If you’re in a new 11. TVleftairings If your children the nest a while see things from a new perspective and relationship, you’ll have to overcome con ago, you may consider selling the fam pronoun 18. Young chicken 17. Breakfast achieve a remarkable feat. The artist in cerns that challenge your commitment ily home to enjoy more freedom. If you’re you will be dazzlingly creative! You could 56. Fantasy and define a better future between you. order 20. Holiday drink in a new relationship, you may consider also get involved in a charitable cause moving in19. together soon. SCORPIO aimed at bettering society. 57. Make a splash Incline 21. Comforted At work, you’ll see the benefits of your 58. Chatter SCORPIO 22. Look upon 24. Lighthearted SCORPIO work, even if it means feeling exhausted. You’ll be involved in various discussions Your friends willTwinkle invite you to take part in 59. Tot As your customer base grows, you’ll 23. Fielder’s muff 28. this week. You’ll expand your customer a fun activity or trip. You’ll have a bril need to double down your efforts to staff. Your guidance 25. your Volcano’s liant idea, 31. whichFor will offer a partial solu 60. Evergreen base and unite solidify your financial future. heaven’s and advice will be well received. This will tion to your financial problems, if you plants output ____! SAGITTARIUS have any. Trust the experts in this field. have a positive impact on your finances. Your selfesteem needs a boost. You 26. Like 32. “____ Town” SAGITTARIUS passionately devote yourself to others. SAGITTARIUS (play) 27. Sample You’ll organize an event that will attract DOWN However, it’s important to direct some Money is a source of stress for many many people. at work and at home, 1. 50% of that attention toward yourself. This is people. Talk to an expert to identify solu 33.Both Roost 28. Large CROSSWORD PUZZLE you’ll successfully handle an urgent situ especiallyANSWERS true if some people tend to tions and give yourself a welldeserved quantity USE AMERICAN take SPELLING partnerto 2. Cake froster ation. You 36. couldVigor’s have the opportunity your kindness for granted and don’t break from pinching pennies.

New knowledge will deeply inspire you and contribute to your transformation. explore a new spiritual ERYou’ll TO PUZZLE NO. 959 dimension or start a new ritual that brings great joy to your life.

CANCER

LEO

ACROSS

CAPRICORN

Action is on the agenda! You’ll be on the move and must drive your loved ones around. Renewing certain communica tions contracts will be a challenge but will allow you to pay the right price.

Big responsibilities await you, both at work and at home. Your dedication will be noticed and could be rewarded with a promotion and a pay raise. There’s plenty to celebrate!

You may be under considerable pres sure to make a crucial decision. However, you must gather all the relevant infor mation to make an informed decision. Weigh the pros and cons. Give yourself Copyright © 2024, Penny Press the time you need.

celebrate a success. PUZZLE NO. 960

GEMINI

CANCER

You’ll expand your network of friends and professional contacts. Your great com munication skills, at work or elsewhere, will enable you to establish fruitful agreements and resolve disagreements that were undermining the smooth run ning of activities.

If you’ve been thinking about buying a property, an opportunity that fits your budget and your family’s needs will re veal itself by the end of the week. If you take your finances seriously, you’ll stop worrying about them.

You’ll manage a largescale project. This will bring together various people around you. Despite the challenges of getting donations from those involved, you’ll be incredibly efficient and receive praise for your success after some effort.

You may experience a wide range of emotions this week. You’ll need to sort out your group of friends. Some may not be worthy of your friendship, as they act more like opportunists. Assert your val ues to earn respect in the process.

CANCER

TAURUS

GEMINI

Whether you’re single or in a relation ship, you’ll experience love at first sight and feel an unprecedented level of affec tion. You’ll learn of a birth in the family, which will be a source of great joy.

You’ll speak honestly this week. However, this could lead to some criticism. There fore, it’s important to consider being more tactful in certain situations. If you’re in a relationship, a spontaneous activity could allow you to have a wonderful experience together.

you’re an artist, you’ll find inspiration this week. Inner guidance is within your reach.

if it’s just to spend some time in nature. This is especially true if you live in the city.

GEMINI

ARIES

Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once.

This week will be marked by big respon sibilities, both at work and at home. You’ll strive to keep your space spotless, which will bring you great satisfaction. It will also help you be more efficient in your daily life.

THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: LEO, VIRGO AND LIBRA

CAPRICORN

Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once.

ARIES

LEO

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Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. You already have a few numbers to get you started. Remember: you must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column or 3x3 box.

Met Sally . . .” 11. Puts down grass 22. Horned mammal, briefly 24. Express 25. Register

Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. You already have a few numbers to get you started. Remember: you must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column or 3x3 box.

57. Tarzan’s chum 58. Alternative word 59. They go baa 60. Affirmative 61. Reckon

ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 962

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ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 961

You’ll take the time to finish what you’ve started and kept putting off. You’ll also find an effective treatment to improve your quality of life. In your relationship, small gestures are always appreciated!

AQUARIUS

You may face intense pressure at work that requires you to work extra hard to finalize contracts. You’ll commit to regu lar exercise to boost your vitality or lose weight and will see results quickly.

PISCES

Work will take up most of your time, but a promotion will follow. You’ll also engage in exciting hobbies or sports. This will make your social life more ac tive and dynamic.