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The Debut is an important Filipino tradition

By Gord Paulley

Canada has become the home to many people that have emigrated from the Philippines.

Carlyle is no exception with an estimated 200 of its residents being of Filipino descent. There are several birthday milestones celebrated in the Philippine tradition all over the world.

One of the most significant birthdays for any Filipino family is the first birthday of their child.

This one is more of a thank-you to the parents rather than the child’s actual first birthday.

The seventh birthday is also an important one.

It is usually the age when they first enter a milestone and is supposed to signify some sort of independence. The seventh year is considered as the time where they enter the age of accountability.

For men, their 21st birthday is a special occasion as is the 50th.

Most believe that holding special celebrations every 10 years after turn-

ing 50 is in order because reaching such a ripe old age must be considered a blessing.

However, the most special birthday in the Philippines is that of a young women’s 18th. It is called the debut. This event marks their rite of passage from being a girl to becoming a woman, a transition from adolescence to full-blown adulthood.

In late April, the daughter of Adonis and Marie Karr Balajadia celebrated her 18th birthday in fine Filipino tradition, although it was held a year later due to the pandemic. Athena Marie Balajadia celebrated this centuries’ old-time tradition at the Carlyle Happy Gang building.

Athena, honoured as the debutante, happily participated in the ceremony. Eighteen roses, 18 candles and 18 treasures were all part of the program. For the roses, this segment required 18 boys to dance with Athena after presenting her with a rose. For the candles, 18 women

consisting of female relatives and girlfriends gave Athena well wishes and speeches while holding a lighted candle.

Their various accolades will, later on, guide her in life. The 18 treasures segment of the debut celebration consisted of 18 of Athena’s closest friends and relatives from both genders who came with gifts to bear.

These treasures will play a significant role in her life as an adult, aid her in her journey as a young woman, and would symbolize anything that she may encounter or experience as a grownup.

The gifts were presented with an accompanying spiel and their content ranged from being wise, creative, or even humorous.

The most poignant and sentimental part of the debut was the father and daughter dance and is one of the most loved traditions in a Filipino debut. This signifies the initial step the daughter takes into womanhood and the father’s acceptance of that fact.

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Athena selected purple for her debut’s colour motif. Only her immediate family members were allowed to wear clothes with this colour or any other colours with shades related to purple.

As is tradition, the celebration started off with a prayer. The number of guests exceeded 100.

This included those who came in and dropped by, sent their greetings, gave their presents, had supper, and then went back to work or to some other appointment. There were three Filipino musicians who played songs and provided entertainment during the party. Most of the food was cooked by her father. (With the help of some family friends).

Athena is 19 years old and graduated from Gordon F. Kells High School in 2021. She is presently employed at Carlyle Family Foods, Carlyle Dairy Queen and the Saskatchewan Health Authority. This fall she will be studying for a bachelor of science at Brandon University.

In December, the next

The family of debutante Athena Marie Balajadia, from left, father Adonis, Athena, mother Marie and brother Mark. Photo submitted by Marie Karr Balajadia Carlyle Filipino resident to be honoured with a debut will be the daughter of Lynn Alvarez, Jeanne.

“As December draws near for my daughter’s 18th birthday, I am already starting my preparations,” said Lynn

Alvarez. “My daughter Jeanne did not like the idea of celebrating her debut because she was really a bit boyish when she was younger. The thought of the celebration scared her.

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Carter Morrison competes at a tournament in Mexico

By Gord Paulley Carlyle resident Carter Morrison has just returned from Cancun, Mexico after competing in a Para-table tennis tournament.

This event attracted over 170 athletes from over 16 countries, including those from Canada, the U.S., and Central and South America.

Several European and Asian countries also participated including The Netherlands, Thailand and South Korea.

Last fall, Morrison was able to compete in a Canadian Paralympicsanctioned event in Toronto. Only two months ago, he received a call from Canada’s head table tennis coach, Ian Kent.

Team Canada had received notification that Morrison had achieved an official disability classification. He was able to compete in Mexico and was offered a spot on the

national team. Morrison was excited to be offered the opportunity and the trip was booked.

Morrison is classified as short stature and his disability is graded an eight on a scale of one to 11. One to five is for those in a wheelchair, those ranked six to 10 have some type of physical disability, and the rank of 11 is for the intellectually disabled.

Morrison and three other wheelchair athletes represented Canada in this tournament, sanctioned by the International Table Tennis Federation. In singles play, Morrison first faced Steven Roman, a professional table tennis player from Costa Rica. He lost in straight sets and then was defeated by an American the next day.

An athlete from Thailand won the singles event.

Morrison had also entered the doubles competition with another Canadian, but unfortunate-

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ly his partner injured his wrist three days prior to the event and had to withdraw. The American team graciously found him a teammate, and, although they were competitive, were defeated by both the United States and the eventual doubles winning team from Thailand. Morrison and his partner did win their final match against Mexico.

When asked about the quality of his opponents, Morrison had nothing but praise for the competition.

“They are a lot of great players out there, many of whom play table tennis for a living and are subsidized by their governments. I just don’t have the time at home to practise as much as I would like and had trouble defending the tight spin of

my opponents, especially on their serve.”

Before being asked to compete in Mexico, it was Morrison’s goal to get classified and become a member of Team Canada. He has now done so and would love to participate in the 2023 Parapan American Games, to be held in Santiago, Chile.

Morrison has had a whirlwind schedule of late. He played table tennis in Mexico, just graduated from Gordon F. Kells High School, and is enrolled in Medicine Hat College this fall, taking elementary education.

Morrison would like to become a physical education teacher.

Combined with working at King’s Department Store three days a week, he barely has time for his favourite sport,

Carter Morrison, with his first-round singles opponent Steven Roman from Costa Rica. Roman proudly gifted Morrison his shirt after the match. Photo submitted by Lisa Morrison. which is golf. The summer is just going to fly by

for this popular homegrown athlete.

The Debut creates memories « A1 “But when she heard my mom’s plans, her grandmother, on how wonderful the celebration might be, it changed her mind. It brought out a different side of her, the one that wanted to be treated

like a princess for just one night.

“For an 18-year-old girl, a debut, being surrounded by people she loves most, being shown how much she is loved through speech, song, and dance, and

being allowed to be a bit whimsy in her makeup and dress, is nothing short of a fairy tale.

“A girl’s debut marks a very important day in her life. And it is not exceptional because of

the fancy venue or the big gown. But it is more about the memory one gets to create with her loved ones, celebrating her 18th birthday in an extra special way. That is something she gets to treasure forever.”

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Rising Hope Ranch offers equine assisted learning program through the love of horses

By Stephanie Zoer There were excitement, smiles and nickering at the Rising Hope Ranch on June 1.

After a 12-week equine assisted learning (EAL) program at the ranch, 12 eager students from Ocean Man First Nation would graduate.

The reserve brought grateful parents, grandparents and friends to attend the special event held at the ranch.

Teresa Dyck is the owner and operator of Rising Hope Ranch, located east of Kisbey on Highway 13.

Originally this place was a PMU farm that began in 2002, but in 2018 their contract was finished, and it was now that Dyck could do what she loved to do.

Since then, Dyck has moved on to bigger things – teaching young and old all about the importance a horse can make in one’s life, and this is when Rising Hope Ranch was born.

Dyck has always enjoyed working with the young and loves to see the change that happens when they are around horses. Dyck’s EAL program teaches, through the use of a horse, skills such as leadership, patience, teamwork, choices and

From left, Cheyenne Ewack, Glory Lonechild, Alex Whitestar, Cali Akachuk, Crocus Big Eagle, St. Prayer Lonechild, Justin Kakakaway, Samuel Big Eagle, Liam Kakakaway, Seth Shepherd and Kevin Redwood graduated from the equine assisted learning program with the help of, back row, from left, Sako, Sysco, Banjo, Opi and Sunny. Photo by Stephanie Zoer appreciated assertiveness.

Each student learns the aspect of the importance of communication and non-verbal body language. In so many aspects of life, body language can tell a story.

EAL is a program that helps humans that may struggle with inner emotions, but are not sure how to express them. Horses have the ability to reach inside and touch that part that needs help.

Horses are amazing animals, and sometimes just connecting with the 1,200-pound creature can change so much.

This program helps make this path happen and can set a new path for people in a positive

way through the connection with a horse.

Dyck feels strongly about her program and says she sees changes in her students after only one session.

The gentle nature of Dyck’s well-trained horses made the children come out of their shells while learning about life skills and loving it. Each student paired up with another and chose the horse they wished to work with for the hour.

Peter Bigstone is an elder and language teacher at Ocean man.

He spoke to the crowd on the importance a horse has in people’s lives.

Bigstone praised Dyck on her wonderful program, as he saw

the change in the young adults. He said, “Horses are the best therapy, and they help you grow.”

The ceremony was blessed with a Nakota prayer, said by Bigstone, and then everyone went to the arena to see firsthand the progress these students had made.

Through the program the students were taught how to make a horse follow through teamwork, even when blindfolded.

It showed leadership, yet the horse and student had a choice. Because of the trust and respect for each other, they would follow.

After an hour, everyone returned to the lunchroom to receive their graduating certificate.

Murray Bird, principal of the school, is hoping to continue with this program in the future. He said: “There are students that barely spoke before who are now full of excitement and stories because of their experience. It’s such a welcome change.”

Dyck offers different lessons. It can be private or group depending on the situation. She has had the Arcola School and Pheasant Rump First Nation attend in the past.

Presley Graham takes lessons from Dyck and loves the program, so she comes out to help on days like this. Dyck’s friends Glenda Johnston and Zoey Van Waardhuizen also help with the

program, along with Logan Dyck.

Dyck also has a herd of 25 horses. The thoroughbred-draft cross horses are used in a breeding program. The weanlings are halter broke and proper paperwork is done, then they are off to Kentucky to the university. There they remain for three to four years in a training program and then sold for police mounts.

Dyck’s focus is on her EAL program. The change seen in people is unreal once they have been around a horse.

For more information about her EAL program, check her out at Rising Hope Ranch on Facebook. Dyck will gladly answer any questions people have.

Outstanding oilmen recognized for their service

By Greg Nikkel of the Weyburn Review Two well-known members of the Saskatchewan oilpatch were recognized during the recent Saskatchewan Oil and Gas Show in Weyburn.

The Saskatchewan Oilman of the Year, Grant Fagerheim, and Southeast Sask. Oilman of the Year, Derrick Big Eagle, were presented their awards by Bronwyn Eyre, the now-former Energy and Resources minister, and Oil Show committee chair Dan Cugnet.

Big Eagle was born in Manor. He went into the drilling industry at a young age, and worked his way up to co-founding and co-owning his own drilling company, Eagle Drilling Services Ltd. That company was sold in 2011 to CanEl-

son Drilling. That year Big Eagle co-founded Element Technical Services in Carlyle.

Element is a high-level fracking company.

Then in 2012, Big Eagle co-founded Cheveyo Energy Inc., an oil and gas exploration and production company focused in southeast Saskatchewan. It sold in 2014, just before the oil crash.

In 2015 he founded Tomahawk Energy Services, which started out as a dirt moving and construction company, but has since evolved into the parent company for several other ventures.

Tomahawk bought EnMapp Pipeline Data, a digitized mapping service, in 2020.

Tomahawk Global Raymac works in surveying, geographic information systems and laser scanning. It’s an

outgrowth of Enmapp, which does 3D scans of pipelines in the ditch.

Eagle Sky Ventures is a new service rig outfit formed in 2020 in partnership with the Day Group of Companies, and is already running six rigs.

Big Eagle has become the definition of a serial entrepreneur – always launching and growing new businesses, most of them in the oilpatch.

Fagerheim is president and CEO of Whitecap Resources Inc. He has worked and served as a director in both the upstream and downstream segments of the energy industry over his 30-plus-year career in the energy sector.

He was founder of Ketch Energy Ltd., Ketch Resources Ltd. and Kereco Energy Ltd. (Cadence).

Fagerheim was born and raised in Este-

van, where his father worked in the coal industry and his mother was a long-serving nurse. He left home in 1977 to pursue his passion for hockey. Fagerheim attended, played hockey and graduated from the University of Calgary.

“Hockey has always been my passion and it’s a passion I’ve carried forward into my approach to business.

Whether in business or in sports, I’ve always focused on building teams. Each iteration of my ventures in the energy sector has focused on assembling strong teams, durable assets and a plan to create long-term value for shareholders,” he said.

Fagerheim founded Whitecap in the fall of 2009 with a capitalization of $46 million, initially producing

Derrick Big Eagle was presented with the award as Southeast Sask. Oilman of the Year, and is congratulated by Oil Show chair Dan Cugnet, at the Saskatchewan Oil and Gas Show. Photo by Greg Nikkel of the Weyburn Review around 850 barrels a day.

Today, the company is worth over $6.5 billion and produces just over 130,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day, almost half of that in this province. Both

the market capitalization and production numbers have doubled in the last four years.

Whitecap is now one of the largest producers in Saskatchewan and in the Canadian energy sector.

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SUMA affords government chance to connect

By Murray Mandryk The way things are in this province right now, the Saskatchewan Party government could use all the help it can get to solve our problems.

One gets why government doesn’t reach out for such help.

Generally, this is not the nature of government and it becomes even less the nature of a government the longer it is in office. There is a penchant for long-serving governments to convince themselves that they have all the answers.

This was the undoing of past long-serving NDP administrations whose party — about to select its fourth leader in 15 years of opposition — is still struggling to connect with most Saskatchewan people.

It’s never too early for governing parties to recognize that this is a problem and it needs to find ways to better connect.

This is not to suggest that the Sask. Party administration is in any immediate peril — notwithstanding challenges it is seeing on its right from the Buffalo Party in the 2020 election and now from the new United Saskatchewan Party that includes former Conservative MP Gerry Ritz and former Sask. Partyturned-independent MLA Nadine Wilson.

The ongoing struggles of the NDP — whose current leadership race is between its establishment candidate Carla Beck and activist challenger Kaitlyn Harvey, who accused the party of doing in Ryan Meili — suggests the NDP still doesn’t have its act together.

Toss in the reality that Premier Scott Moe — despite criticism for his handling of COVID-19 and a series of other apparent missteps like education funding — still enjoys a 52 per cent approval rating as premier, according to the latest Angus Reid quarterly survey.

It’s not quite the astronomical numbers he and Brad Wall once enjoyed, but it’s surely impressive under the circumstances.

This government would be well served to listen carefully to the concerns now being put forward by the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association.

Admittedly, this would not be the first administration to become isolated and insular, losing sight of the fact that SUMA’s municipal members represent 80 per cent of the province’s residents.

Clearly, this Sask. Party government has always better connected with the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM). The two have bonded over issues like the carbon tax, gun registration, agriculture support and what seems to be a general dislike for most policies of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s federal Liberal government.

It likely doesn’t help SUMA’s cause that it takes a less partisan approach — largely, because it also relies on a more direct working relationship with the federal government as a partner.

Besides, SUMA likely has done itself much of a favour by not being a stronger advocate for itself in recent years … or, perhaps better put, being a strong advocate for better hospitals, schools, roads, policing and internet service.

However, new SUMA president Randy Goulden of Yorkton seems intent on changing all that by establishing a stronger partnership with the province.

SUMA is a stakeholder organization reliant on the provincial government for its members’ funding.

But it also holds a bit of unique role in that its members are also elected to represent the exact same people as MLAs. As such, it automatically becomes a partner with the provincial government.

One gets why the provincial government wouldn’t be eager to relinquish its power.

But in a very real way, a stronger relationship with SUMA might enhance the Sask. Party’s stranglehold in the provincial political scene.

Or, at least, it might avoid problems down the road.

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We need to keep celebrating it

Shelley Luedtke I read the email a couple of times just to be sure I was understanding what it said.

It came from a company that I have used in the past and as a result get endless emails from.

But this one was different. It was an invitation to be removed from their list for any emails related to Father’s Day. It read, “We understand that Father’s Day may be a difficult time for many. If you’d prefer to not receive our Father’s Day emails, just let us know.”

Yes, many have a complicated and difficult relationship with their father. Many do not. Others have a complicated and difficult relationship with their mother. Yet there was no email last month asking customers if they wished to be removed from that list.

The origins of Father’s Day come out of tragedy. The first known

Father’s Day service took place on July 5, 1908 in West Virginia, after an effort by Grace Golden Clayton to honour the lives of the men who died in the worst mining accident in American history. She was missing her own father who had died 12 years earlier.

The mining accident, which killed 362 the previous December, left more than 1,000 children fatherless so the service was meant as a time to console and remember. Clayton said, “It was partly the explosion that got me to thinking how important and loved most fathers are.”

Notice she said “most fathers”. Most.

After Mother’s Day was recognized as an official day, a woman named Sonora Smart Dodd lobbied to create a similar event for fathers, since she had deep respect and admiration for her own father – a widowed Civil War veteran who kept his family together, raising his six children as a single parent after his wife died in childbirth.

It took many years after that 1910 celebration in Spokane, but eventually other American cities began to jump on board. A presidential proclamation in 1966 declared officially that

the third Sunday in June would be known as Father’s Day, and was soon after adopted in Canada as well.

I lost my father when I was 18 years old. It was sudden, unexpected and heartbreaking. It happened just a few days before Christmas. The following June, as we approached the day set aside to honor fathers I was, of course, acutely aware of the loss. But I was just as sad the day before … and the day that followed. Because I am one of the fortunate ones.

I had, to put it simply, a great dad. His loss was huge in my life. But so was his presence. That impact is still felt in so many ways.

Not everyone can say that about their father.

Not every father has done his job. I understand that. But many, many have. And a few hours one Sunday per year to say thank you is simply not enough. But we know that. Fatherhood is not an easy role to take on. So those that do, and do it to the best of their ability, deserve more than an annual pat on the back.

Then again, the good ones aren’t looking for that. Their gift comes in watching their children grow into responsible, caring, loving individuals.

Some activists continue to call for the elimination of Father’s Day. They point to the number of non-traditional families that could find the day offensive. Well, frankly, there are commemorations on the calendar that others find offensive, but when that’s the case we can choose to not observe them. It doesn’t mean they are not important to others, just not to me.

If I respect the days that matter to others, could others please respect mine?

The relationships we have with the father figures in our lives are important. And even though we shouldn’t rely on a calendar to tell us when to celebrate an event of particular note, I am glad there is a day earmarked to focus on the gift of fathers, for those for whom the day provides meaning.

On Father’s Day, I can’t plan a barbecue or buy a gift for my dad but I certainly understand the passion of Grace Golden Clayton and Sonora Smart Dodd who, after losing their own fathers, embarked on an effort to honor men who understood the sacrifice and work it entailed to be a good dad. For that reason, I am glad we continue to celebrate Father’s Day. That’s my outlook.

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Town of Arcola holding byelection this month Four Arcola residents are vying for two council seats in a byelection to be held June 29. All four candidates provided the Observer with some background and their reasons for running.

Michael Boulet: “My name is Michael Boulet and I have lived in Arcola for over 20 years. I have been working in the oil patch all my life and have been with Crescent Point Energy since 2006.

“I am employed as a completions project manager. I am married to Candace and have five children. I have been a member of the Arcola Optimist for over 10 years. I am looking forward to working

with the present council members to understand the business of town policies and bringing transparency to the ratepayers.

“I would like to work with the town and be able to minimize any further rate increases for services or taxes. I feel I could contribute to my town by being on council and look forward to this opportunity.”

Dwain Davis: “My name is Dwain Davis. I am retired and live in Arcola. I would work towards improving recreational facilities to become self-supporting financially. I would work to follow municipal protocol and help the town work more efficiently and respectfully. I put my

name in to be a councillor so that there would be an election.”

Delaine Kendall: “I’d like to introduce myself, as many of you don’t know who I am.

My name is Delaine Kendall and I moved to Arcola in 2014. I worked in health-care services for over 10 years and retired in Carlyle at the Moose Mountain Lodge. Now, as a marriage commissioner, I meet various people which I enjoy.

“If elected, I will look forward to working with the other members of town council for the concerns of the residents of Arcola.”

Mike Waelchli: “I’m married to Roxann and together we have two girls, Freya, and Amilee. We have

Wawota news – two new banners for the school

By Myrna Olson We’re sorry to see Tim and Brenda Hamilton leave our town. They moved to Moosomin this past week. Gwen Hirtle has purchased their house on Walter Street.

Two provincial banners were received at Wawota Parkland School, which honored the senior golfing team and the senior curling team. The senior golfing team was awarded a gold banner. This team consisted of four golfers from the southeast, including Kerr Cudmore.

The senior curling team also won gold. This team included Jordan Dorrance, Emma Bunz, Sydney Dorrance, Kayla Mudrewich and Avrielle Brehaut. What a great year.

Sympathy to Ross and Donna Petterson and family on the passing of Donna’s only sibling, her sister Georgina Black of Oak River, Man. She passed away on May 11 at the age of 85 years.

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The town of Wawota was a busy place over the weekend. June 10 there was a girls’ night out at the Wawota Hotel.

June 11 saw our popular town-wide garage sale.

There were 41 sale sites and lots of customers and visiting.

June 11 and 12 were the Fairmede Fair. June 11 included the 4-H Beef day, horse show and judging of the exhibits.

The following day included a church service and community lunch.

And people ask, “What is there to do in small towns?”

Sympathy to Bernie Williamson and family on the passing of her

twin brother, Barry Fribance. He passed away on June 5 in Saskatoon. So tragic that Bernie has lost two brothers in less than a month.

The congregation at the Wawota United Church celebrated two important events on June 12. It was the celebration of Trinity Sunday and the 97th year of the formation of the United Church.

The United Church was formed in 1925 when the Methodists, Congregationalists and a large group of Presbyterians joined together to become the United Church of Canada.

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“What I would like to see in Arcola is a way to attract more young

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The election date is June 29 from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. On both days voting takes place at the Town of Arcola office at 127 Main Street.

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A great weekend of golf

By Paul Kimball What a weekend of golf that was.

The RBC Canadian Open took place at St. George’s Golf Course in Toronto. Rory McIlroy successfully defended his title.

Canadian golf news got even better. Canada’s top female golfer, Brooke Henderson won her 11th LPGA event with an extra-hole win in New Jersey.

It didn’t stop there. In Carnduff, word began to leak out that Justin Hollinger and Lucas Day had won the 2022 Antler Creek Invitational.

The Antler Creek Invitational is a yearly 36-

hole tournament featuring 36 two-man teams.

It is a handicapped tournament, meaning that scratch golfers and duffers alike all play on a level playing field. Maybe we should say a level fairway.

Every golf course rates the difficulty of each hole.

If a golfer’s handicap is nine, they are entitled to deduct a stroke on the nine toughest holes. The golfer who wins a handicapped tournament is the one who shoots the best score over their typical round of golf.

In a team event, each player on the team plays the hole and the best score of those two players, after the handicap is applied (if applicable), is

the one that is carded.

Hollinger’s handicap was 14; Day’s was 20.

Neither was the best golfer on the course. But of all the teams, they played best compared to their normal and when all was tallied up, they were the champions with a total score of 27-under-par.

They didn’t go home with $262,500 like Henderson did, or earn more than $1.55 million like McIlroy, but they did snag a couple of nice prizes, thanks to the generous donations of many local businesses.

Scooter Boyes and Howard Taylor went home with a bit of money, though. After Saturday’s round, a ‘horse race’ took

place. The top 10 golfers of the day were auctioned off and the Boyes/Taylor bidding team paid big to get their ‘prized horses’.

The horse race began, with all 10 golfers playing the same hole. Slower horses (golfers with higher scores) were eliminated and this continued until there was one horse left running – Kris Carley, one of the two horses that Boyes and Taylor had in their stable. Carley’s stablemate, Darrin Trimble, finished third, giving the Boyes-Taylor ownership group the win/show money.

Another Antler Creek Invitational is in the books. It may not have received the publicity that

Former Antler Creek Invitational champion Tyler McMillen lining up yet another putt. the RBC Canadian Open and Brooke Henderson received, but judging by what was seen in the club-

house and in the parking lot and the reports that came from the course itself, it was a lot more fun.

Lampman Sports Weekend was a family fun event

By Stephanie Zoer The Lampman Lions Club and Lampman Recreation Board had great weather for their busy sports weekend on June 10-12.

This excellent event was filled with loads of family entertainment all weekend long, starting on Friday evening with the start of the slo-pitch tournament. They had 11 teams partake in the games.

With the beer gardens open throughout the weekend, one’s thirsts could always be quenched, and hunger could be satis-

fied with a visit to the wellstocked Lions concession for a burger or hot dog.

At 7 p.m., The Sandlot played at the rink for some more family enjoyment.

The nicely laid out campsites were put to effective use for those travelling from out of town.

It was a way to turn the weekend into a mini vacation.

Saturday proved to be a packed day. The Lions Club handed out several donations to local clubs and were an immense help all weekend long.

With five ball diamonds, the well-organized

games could be watched all day. Each team hoped for the wins to have their final destination be the gold medal game.

The ball drop 50/50 would catch people’s eye upon arrival, with the Lampman Fire and Rescue in hot pursuit of people for ticket sales.

They also had their summer starter kit raffle tickets available, to be held on June 22. Items for the raffle are donated by local farmers from the RM’s of Benson and Browning, along with the local agricultural sector.

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in full swing, kids were kept busy with face painting by Alissa Harrison, and bubbleology with Miss. T. The toy story bouncy castle also seemed to hit home for the kids.

A busy place was the petting zoo by Jeremy and Rhonda Garling. A simple food donation for the Lampman Foodbank was appreciated, but if you forgot, no worries, people were asked to “just pay it forward,” said Garling.

The zoo offered goats of different ages, ducklings, bunnies and a mini pony.

Big smiles were had by youngsters who painted the pony and went on the horse rides. Abby Coderre owns Wilbur, and she graciously allowed for Wilbur to take part in the event.

At 2 p.m., the Estevan Diamondbacks went to bat against the Arcola Threshers in a Saskota Baseball League game. In

the bottom of the seventh, Arcola trailed 8-5. With two out and two runners on base, it was up to the batter to tie the game, but hit a fly ball to clinch the Estevan victory.

Next was the home run derby. This was exciting with 29 batters’ showing their skills. It was an enormous success, with them attempting to blast the ball over the fence. Dawson Bernie would take that title.

Main Street became party central at night. After a brief rain shower, the dance began. Snacks were available by Scratch Bakery, Catering and Eatery, Carnivores and Harvest Café Lampman.

The 200 people enjoyed the music by Crossroads and the streets came alive with dancers.

Sunday morning the aroma of a pancake breakfast filled the air. The

Lampman Fire and Rescue team cooked up the great breakfast for players and visitors.

The winner of the 50/50 ball drop was Damon Sutherland. He was pretty happy to receive extra cash from the draw.

Sunday afternoon provided another matinee for the family with Sing 2.

Four teams remained in the slow-pitch tournament. In Pool A, which had the gold medal game, the Brew Jays faced the Southeast Beasts, with the Brew Jays winning 16-4.

Pool B played for the bronze. Yank Deez took the game 19-8 over the Master Batters.

Although attendance was down from other years, the place was hopping. Other events took place the same days in surrounding communities, but overall, everyone had a fun time.

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Gordon F. Kells students celebrate grad in Carlyle

By Gord Paulley Last Saturday, 19 students graduated from the Gordon F. Kells High School in Carlyle.

The celebration was held at the Carlyle Sports Arena with an estimated 350 family and friends in attendance.

Amy Rutten was the MC. After the graduates were introduced with brag sheets and introductions prepared by the students themselves, Cooper Humphries and his electric guitar started proceedings with a stunning rendition of O Canada.

Madison Magotiaux and Kaysha Turner saluted their fellow graduates. Drayden Arndt and Trystan Barta delivered a message of appreciation and gratitude for their teachers.

Principal Maurice Saltel congratulated the class on their achievements and vice-principal Darcy Howe presented various bursaries and scholarships to deserving grads.

Obtained from the teachers’ welcoming introductions on each student, here are the future plans of every graduate.

Jeanne Alvarez’s postsecondary plan is to go to Brandon University this fall to acquire a bachelor of arts, eventually moving towards a major in psychology. Drayden Arndt plans on pursuing electrical studies after finishing work on the farm this year.

Trystan Barta’s plans for the future include moving to the U.S. and never coming back. Ever.

After high school Colby

Cuddington is going to enjoy his summer and figure out his plans for the fall. Brandon Haddow will be going to Sask Polytech to get his journeymen in plumbing and gas fitting in order to eventually take over the family business.

Rylee Himmelspeck plans to attend Mount Royal University for nursing. The future plans of Cooper Humphries include working on the farm for a bit, becoming a ‘real’ rock star, and having a good time.

Mostly the last two.

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In the fall, Dane Manlapaz plans to enroll at the University of Saskatchewan to take engineering. Carter Morrison will be attending Medicine Hat College for education. Jom Payabyab plans to take a year off but wants to study in school to become a flight attendant.

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should become a train conductor or see if the boys were lying and he does have a basketball career.

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Kipling School celebrates the Class of 2022

By Laura Kish Graduation exercises honouring the Class of 2022 were held June 11 at Kipling High School with 30 graduating.

The graduates were escorted into the hall by their parents to the songs Growing Up, Don’t Blink and My Wish, followed by the singing of O Canada, with accompaniment by Bonnie-Jean Dash.

The MCs for the afternoon were Makenna Marton and Braeden Meszaros.

Greetings from the Town of Kipling were brought by Mayor Pat Jackson. Terry Berglund brought greetings from the Prairie Valley School Division and presented the Prairie Valley School Division Student Leadership Award to Desta Johnson.

Johnson was also the recipient of the Director of Education Achievement Award presented by Luc Lerminiaux, who holds the role for the school division.

Ashley Dew brought the message from the staff, commenting on many memorable moments of the students, with the reply given by Kiara and Lexi Walker, thanking all the teachers for making a difference in their lives

over the years.

Band presentations were made by BonnieJean Dash to nine graduating students of Southeast Outer Limits, including Kiara and Lexi Walker, Lanita Puffalt, Aaron Borja, Samantha Allan, Samantha Ealey, Winston Grayson, Cole Warner and Tyler Lowenberger.

Ryan Garvey presented the Myles DeNoraLabrecque Award to Cole Warner who plans to continue on in a career in welding.

The Knights of Columbus Windthorst Council Bursary was presented by Rhett Larsen to Hanna Steele.

Sarah Kirkness presented the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 6 History Scholarship to Aaron Borja.

Kassandra Montaron received the Andres Trucking Math Award as well as Three Sisters Foods Science Award, both presented by June Dash.

Terry Berglund presented the Prairie Valley School Division Student Success Award which went to Abby Nicholson.

The spotlight on each of the grads and their future plans were given by Desta Johnson and Trae DeDecker.

DeDecker received the

The Class of 2022 at the Kipling High School. Photo by Laura Kish John Mansuy Memorial Scholarship presented by Casandra Mansuy.

Sheila Szakacs presented the Lorne Olver Memorial Award to Cole Warner.

Troy Johanson presented the Vaderstad Industries Inc. Scholarship Funds. A $500 scholarship was awarded to Kassandra Montaron, $500 bursary went to Camille Joy Pagulayan, and Dylan Johanson received both a $500 scholarship and bursary.

The Chittronics Bursary was presented by Ashley Dew to Kassandra Montaron.

The Susan Long English Award was presented by Monica Olson and Krysta Grieve to Lanita Puffalt, who had the highest average in English.

Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship Awards were presented by Rhett Larsen. The recipient of $1,000 scholarship was Cole Warner, who intends to pursue a career in welding.

Elwyn MacLean presented the Royal Canadian Legion – Grenfell Branch #55 $500 bursary to Connor Box. A number of students have received university

entrance scholarships including: Jodelle Hall, $1,000 from University of Saskatchewan; Aaron Borja, $1,500; Hanna Steele, $1,500; Rochelle Toth, $1,000; Jaxen Fischer, $1,500, all from the University of Regina. Camille Joy Pagulayan and Kassandra Montaron were both awarded $3,000 from the U of R. David Bircher presented the 2021 Governor General’s Medal to Maya Johnson who had an overall average of 94.25 per cent.

Following a message from principal David

Bircher, he and Garth Shoemaker presented the Grade 12 Diplomas.

The valedictorian’s address was given by Kassandra Montaron.

A video presentation was shown, featuring photos of each of the graduates.

The ceremony ended with Caroline Puffalt playing the piano to God Save the Queen.

The 2022 graduates and their escorts exited the ceremony to a variety of songs including The Show Goes On, Time of Our Lives, Green Light and The Nights.

A small but significant graduation for Bellegarde

By Paul Kimball Il etait tentant d’ecrire … ah forget it. As tempting as it is to write this in French, the article will stick to English.

Less than 100 people live in Bellegarde, a French community in southeast Saskatchewan. It’s a small community, but it is home to something that impacts people who live quite a distance away, L’École de Bellegarde. It is the only

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It’s a small school, as this year’s graduating class of five students illustrates.

But its uniqueness in providing an education solely in French attracts students from quite a distance. This year’s graduates – Avery Cosgrove, Jacob Dumaine, Ethan Fouillard, Jaydon Hamel and Damien Jones – came from places as close as Storthoaks and as

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far away as Maryfield, Sinclair and Virden, Man. Some began school with some understanding of French; others started from scratch. Upon graduation, they had one thing in common. All were fully bilingual.

Most of the graduation ceremony was conducted in French, naturellement, but enough English was spoken so that those attending who knew little or no French were able to get the gist of what was going on.

About 175 family and friends came to celebrate the graduates’ accomplishments. Along with the usual congratulatory speeches, there were a

number of lighthearted moments. Among those were the 10-year dreams of each graduate, ranging from living in a mountain cabin while running a ski resort – made possible by proceeds of a lucrative singing career – to living in Storthoaks and operating the world’s largest online Crocs enterprise.

Avery Cosgrove earned the honour of being class valedictorian and used her time in the spotlight to reflect on memories of her male classmates. Her speech was interrupted often by laughter from the audience who seemed to enjoy watching the squirming of the four who

Jaydon Hamel, Avery Cosgrove, Ethan Foulliard, Damian Jones and Jacob Dumaine leaving L’École de Bellegarde for their graduation. Photo by Paul Kimball remained on stage.

The hour-long ceremony concluded shortly after the valedictory speech but many chose to hang around to offer their en-

couragement to the five graduates.

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Umpiring is a big part of Alana Wilson’s life

By Gord Paulley

Alana Wilson is this year’s umpire-in-chief of Carlyle Minor Ball.

She is solely responsible for the mentoring of young local umpires and assigns all girls’ fast pitch and boys’ baseball games.

Born and raised in Carlyle, Wilson is married to Mike and now lives in Manor. Kruz is their son and she fondly remembers how she got started.

“Several years ago, Bill Wyatt invited my son to a one-day umpires’ clinic. Kruz wanted me to tag along and so I did. When we got there, Bill looked at me and said with a straight face, ‘You can’t sit here all day long doing nothing. You might as well take the course as well’.

And so, I did.”

Wilson loves the game

of baseball and absolutely loves umpiring. But she really loves mentoring the local kids.

“For many years, Bill Wyatt set the standard and I am proud to be following in his footsteps.

For 2022, we have 11 boys from 13-17 years of age. They are great kids and are such a pleasure to work with.”

In southeast Saskatchewan, Carlyle is known as a mecca for the recruiting and training of young umpires.

All officials are dressed impeccably, complete with top shirts, hats and dress pants. Courtesy, determination and decisive decision making are necessary traits.

Often, surrounding towns phone and book Carlyle umpires for their own home games and tournaments.

Bill Wyatt was involved in umpiring for

over 20 years and retired in 2020 when the pandemic began.

“I was originally mentored by Kevin Culy out of Estevan many years ago. I in turn was able to teach many local umpires including Shelby McNair, Kruz Wilson, and of course his mother Alana. She is a fine person and has developed into an excellent mentor herself. Carlyle Minor Ball is in fine hands with Alana in charge. She is great for the job.”

Mentoring is a fulltime commitment and when Alana isn’t umpiring herself, she is there to coach and teach nearly every single day. She often provides ball diamond advice between innings. The younger umpires are promoted as Wilson sees fit and she takes immense pride in talking about her select group of young offi-

cials.

“We are a big happy family, and I am the working mom to all of them. My personal goal is to recruit four new umpires every year.

And, by the way, girls are more than welcome.”

Wilson also wanted to mention that while cases of umpire abuse are rare, there are isolated instances. “Like any sport, officials are there to do the best of their ability. Abuse of a young official is not acceptable and will not be tolerated. All of us have each other’s back, always.”

Wilson herself also umpires the older age groups and ladies’ fastball. She was honoured to have umpired at Westerns in Edmonton back in 2019. In addition to loving baseball, she also enjoys the game of golf and is a member of the Carlyle Golf Club.

Alana Wilson is the 2022 umpire-in-chief of Carlyle minor ball. Photo submitted by Alana Wilson

Taekwondo in Kipling brings family together

By Stephanie Zoer The Moose Mountain WT Tae Kwon Do Club held their testing on May 29 at the Kipling School gymnasium.

Each student works hard throughout the year. One night is set aside for testing on their kicks and punches to see if they achieved the next level in belt colour.

Dawn Manns’ daughter Sara is one of master Brett Ferch’s students, and she just completed her first-degree black belt, alongside her grandpa Brian Manns.

At the early age of seven, Sara wanted to try taekwondo, but was shy to start this venture alone. It was then that her grandpa Brian stepped up to the plate and joined her.

After eight years of challenging work, the pair has moved through all the colours to achieve the first-degree black belt.

“Sara plans to continue as long as she can,” said Manns. The young woman also helps with teaching the art.

Taekwondo is not only about the physical aspect, but it helps to enhance the spirit and life through training of the body and mind.

Manns feels that Ferch is a great instructor, and his achievements show it.

Ferch is a local farmer by Kipling, but an instructor at night.

His taekwondo passion began at an early age when Bruce Lee and Chuck Norris movies were big hits at the box office.

By 1984 he was an instructor but continued with his own competitions. In 1997, Ferch stepped back from competing and focused on the teaching aspect.

Ferch is a sixth-degree black belt and is considered an international master. There are only four others in Saskatchewan with these credentials.

His two sons are also in taekwondo and have received their third-degree black belt.

Fourteen other students also advanced in belt colours. White

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It’s mission accomplished for the Carnduff Legion

by Paul Kimball

Carnduff ’s Royal Canadian Legion branch recently held an awards night. Those planning the evening hoped that three purposes could be accomplished.

First, a provincial grant of $25,000 could be acknowledged. The province supports its legions. They are a tribute to those who have served Canada by fighting for and upholding our rights and freedoms, an ongoing Remembrance Day of sorts.

Legions also pour much into our communities through their poppy and legion funds.

In Carnduff, the Legion annually awards a scholarship to a Grade 12 student, helps veterans and

their families as they’ve had to move, and even provided a Broda chair to the local seniors’ home.

The government feels that to lose a legion is to lose a valued contributor to the community.

Cannington MLA Daryl Harrison was on hand to present the cheque to the Legion.

Second, it provided the Legion the opportunity to catch up in recognizing member service.

That’s done with tenure pins but COVID restrictions had caused the Legion to fall behind.

President Terry Kimler’s retirement created a sense of urgency in resuming these recognition services. Failing health had forced him to step down after serving as president for 11 years.

Along with his award, close to 40 others were given to those who had recently joined the Legion and to those who had been serving for up to 50 years.

Third, it gave the Legion an opportunity to showcase how the grant had been used and to remind the community that it was fully open for business again.

Built in 1967, significant repairs were needed. Windows were replaced, along with the kitchen floor and the downstairs carpet. Walls and cupboards were also given a new coat of paint.

The night accomplished all three purposes. Although it’s too late for people to join in the recognition aspects of

President Jeff Young and Legion secretary Marguerite Black flanking outgoing president Terry Kimler as they present him the past president’s medal. Photo courtesy of Jeff Young the evening, it’s not too late to see how the grant

was used.

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in becoming a Legion member, visit legion.ca.

Carlyle RCMP notifies the public about recent sexual assault in Redvers The Carlyle RCMP is investigating a sexual assault that occurred this past weekend.

Officers received a report of a teen who was sexually assaulted at the recreation centre in Redvers on Saturday. At this time, the investigation is in its preliminary

stages and the RCMP is not releasing any further information, including any details about the victim.

A suspect has not been identified.

“It’s important for us to notify the community of Redvers and surrounding areas about

this incident, even in the investigation’s initial stages, due to the serious nature of the report,” said Sgt. Dallyn Holmstrom, Carlyle RCMP detachment commander.

“The intent of our message is not to cause alarm, but to inform the

public so they can take any safety measures and speak with their families about this sensitive and serious subject, as they deem appropriate.”

Officers later released a description of the suspect. He has short-tomedium length grey hair and was wearing a grey

t-shirt, jeans and boots.

The RCMP says he may have a bite mark, wound or bruise on his hand.

If you saw a person matching this description in the vicinity of the recreation centre on June 12, or if you know or see someone who matches this de-

scription or if you have information about this incident, please call the Carlyle RCMP at 306453-6707. Information can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222TIPS (8477) or www. saskcrimestoppers. com.

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By David Willberg The Southern Plains Co-op enjoyed record sales volumes in 2021-22.

According to audited financial statements released at the co-op’s annual general meeting (AGM) on May 31, the co-op had more than $86 million for the fiscal year ending Jan. 31, 2022, compared to the previous record of $79.5 million set in 2019. Sales in 2021-22 were $13.2 million higher than in 2020-21.

“As health restrictions eased during the pandemic, sales have increased, particularly in the fuel volume coupled with price. The local economy is gaining momentum. The oil and gas sector has seen welcomed growth in activity, along with the agriculture industry,” wrote board chair Scott Kienlen. “Our financial picture remains

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The cost of sales was $72.6 million, so the coop had a gross margin of more than $13.4 million.

Operating and administration expenses amounted to nearly $13.1 million.

The co-op received more than $1.6 million from the Federated Co-operatives Ltd. loyalty program and $2.8 million from patronage refunds, while its income tax expense was $645,196. The total net savings for 202122 were more than $4.1 million.

The patronage allocation from Southern Plains Co-op to its members will be more than $2.7 million.

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The past year saw the co-op start construction

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on a couple of projects that have been in the works. One was a liquor store in Carlyle and the other is an agriculture facility on the Estevan bypass.

The liquor store opened on May 19, just in time for the Victoria Day long weekend. The co-op also has liquor stores in Estevan and Oxbow.

The co-op is looking to have a new grocery store constructed in Carlyle in 2023-24.

Kienlen noted the coop currently employs 211 people, which is the most in its history.

The co-op also continues to contribute to local communities with donations and by sponsoring fundraisers for local events and projects.

It is once again booking in-person events such as barbecues.

Members also approved a bylaw that allows people to become a member by submitting an application in writing or completing an online membership application on the co-op’s website.

Previously people could only apply in writing.

The AGM was held at the Royal Canadian Legion’s Estevan branch, the first time the session has been held in person since 2019. In 2020 and 2021, the meeting was held at Carlyle’s Prairie Dog Drive-In. The Prairie Dog served as good hosts, and it was a unique experience, he said.

“It was nice to have our meeting in person again,” said Enns.

In addition to Estevan, Carlyle and Oxbow, the co-op has operations in Alameda and Gainsborough.

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Carlyle RCMP welcomes a new officer Submitted by Sgt. Dallyn Holmstrom

Our newest member, Const. Avery South, arrived in Carlyle this week straight from depot in Regina. Everyone at the detachment is very excited to see Cst. South arrive in Carlyle right before the busy summer months.

Thefts are on the rise again in rural Saskatchewan.

Just a reminder to please lock up any items that you believe could be a target of theft. If you live in a small town and see people you don’t know please take note as they could be there for the wrong reasons, like scoping out things to steal.

Lots of items including boats, quads, trailers and small equipment have been stolen recently in the area. Please keep an eye out for suspicious people in the area, especially late at night or early in the morning. Lets all try our best to watch out for one another.

It was a busy week in traffic enforcement this week and both Carlyle RCMP and Traffic Services were busy enforcing traffic laws. Twenty-two tickets

for speeding alone were handed out this week. The highest speeding fine of the week went to female driving a Chevrolet Cruise who was clocked at 129 kilometres per hour in a 90 km/h speed zone. This carried a fine of $316.

The highest fines were for using an electric handheld device while driving and driving an unregistered vehicle, each of which carried fines of $580 respectively.

On June 6, RCMP received an intrusion alarm at the White Bear Post Secondary Education building. RCMP attended and luckily it turned out to be a false alarm with nothing criminal taking place.

That same day, RCMP received a call advising that there was a piece of rebar sticking up out of the road on the Moose Creek bridge on Highway 13 between Kisbey and Stoughton. The RCMP contacted the Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure, who advised they would be removing the rebar to ensure that no accident occurred.

On June 7, RCMP responded to a collision with a deer on Highway 9 near Kenosee Lake. A female

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driving a Ford Escape collided with the deer and managed to pull her vehicle off to the side of the road. Nobody was injured in the collision. The vehicle had to be towed away from the scene.

Later that day, the RCMP received a call requesting officers go to check on a friend who needed the police. RCMP attended a residence in the area and located a male who had locked one of his hands in handcuffs while he was playing with them and could not get them undone. RCMP unlocked the handcuffs and determined that nothing criminal had occurred and no one had been hurt except the person`s pride.

Also on June 7, RCMP conducted a vehicle stop on blue Dodge Ram in Carlyle that was taking part in a high school graduation scavenger hunt. When officers approached the vehicle, they smelled a strong odour of alcohol. The 17-year-old driver said that he had not had anything to drink and although there were four other passengers in the vehicle, said there was no alcohol in the vehicle. The driver provided a sample of his breath which confirmed that he had not been drinking and again the driver said there was no alcohol in the vehicle.

When RCMP approached the vehicle again, officers observed a case of beer, a bag full of beer and alcohol coolers. The driver received a $360 fine for being a minor possessing alcohol. If a ticket from the police was on the scavenger hunt list, they would have won for sure.

On June 8, RCMP received a complaint of an

Const. Avery South has joined the Carlyle RCMP. Photo submitted impaired male driving a blue Chevrolet truck in Arcola. RCMP located the male and although did not find him driving were able to confirm that he had been driving recently.

RCMP arrested the male for impaired driving. Unfortunately, RCMP were unable to transport the male to provide samples of his breath in order to charge him criminally for impaired driving due to unforeseen reasons. The male did receive a threeday driving prohibition and a $360 ticket for driving with open alcohol in a vehicle. The driver should go buy a lottery ticket because this was definitely his lucky day.

That same day, the RCMP received a complaint of an impaired driver driving a black Ford truck near White Bear First Nation. RCMP located and stopped a truck that matched the description and was driving very erratically, swerving back and forth. RCMP arrested the driver for impaired operation and refusing to provide a sample of his breath (this carries the same penalty as providing an impaired sample). The driver was already prohibited from driving and was charged for driving while prohibited as well as impaired driving.

On June 9, South laid her first official charge as

TOWN OF STOUGHTON

Tenders will be received by the undersigned until 4:00 p.m. on June 21.

Further information can be obtained by contacting Sherry Wight at the Town Office.

Lowest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted and the Town of Wawota reserves the right to reject any and all tenders.

Sherry Wight, Administrator Town of Wawota • Box 58 • Wawota, Sk. • S0G 5A0 wawota.town@sasktel.net Phone: (306)739-2216 • Fax: (306)739-2216

Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Town of Stoughton intends to adopt a bylaw under the The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend Bylaw No. #444/18 known as the Zoning Bylaw.

SALE BY TENDER

The affected land is legally described as Lot 12 to be parcel tied to existing Lot 8, Block 49, REG’D Plan No 82R35210 Surface parcel No. 110165576 shown on the plan of the proposed subdivision dated May 31,2021 and signed by Kristof Dumais S.L.S. The land is directly to the west of Coderre Construction.

1. The Village of Manor offers for sale the following properties: Parcel A: Lot 16, Block 5, Plan C2259 (#21 Lumsden Street) Parcel B: Lots 8-10, Block 17, Plan C2259 (#5 Railway Avenue) Parcel C: Lot “Q”, Block 22, Plan AD4123 (#17 Fraser Street) Parcel D: Lots 11 & 12, Block 4, Plan 37565 (#36 Fraser Street) Parcel E: Lots “G & H”, Block “B”, Plan AH6763 (#33 Fraser Street) 2. If submitting multiple tenders, please state a separate tender on each property.

3. A tender must be submitted in a sealed envelope marked “Property Tender” addressed to: Village of Manor; P.O. Box 295 Manor, SK; S0C 1R0 4. Tenders must be postmarked or personally delivered by 4:30 P.M. on July 11th, 2022 5. A certified cheque to the municipality for 5% of the amount of the tender must accompany the tender. Deposit will be returned if tender is not accepted.

6. Highest, or any tender, not necessarily accepted.

7. Successful bidder will have 30 days to provide the balance of cash to complete the purchase.

8. For more information call the Village Office 306-448-2273 or email admin.manor@sasktel.net Dated the 17th day of June, 2022.

Callista Lockerby, Administrator Village of Manor

The proposed bylaw will rezone the land described below from IND-Industrial to R1 – Residential Single Dwelling District.

The reason for the amendment is sale of the parcel to the current residential home owner.

Any person may inspect the bylaw at the municipal office at 232 Main Street between 9am and 4pm, Monday – Friday, excluding statutory holidays. Copies are available at a cost.

Council will hold a public hearing on July 5th at 7:15pm at 232 Main Street to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing or delivered to the undersigned at the municipal office before the hearing.

Issued at the Town of Stoughton this 8th day of June, 2022.

Signed: Danielle Hoffman, Acting Administrator

an RCMP officer when she observed a male smoking marijuana in a parked vehicle at Kenosee Lake.

This carried a $360 fine.

Also on June 9, RCMP received a call of a heavily intoxicated male walking down the road at Kenosee Lake and vandalizing signs by stabbing them with a screwdriver. The RCMP located and arrested the intoxicated male for being drunk in public as well as mischief. The male had a bloody nose from a previous altercation and immediately passed out in the police car. The male was taken to RCMP cells but due to his level of intoxication was deemed unfit for cells.

The male was then transported to hospital where he spent the night until he was sober.

Also on June 9, the RCMP received a call of an intoxicated male walking on Highway 9 near the Bear Claw Casino. RCMP located and arrested the 14-year-old male for being intoxicated in public. The male received a free VIP upgrade at the RCMP Bed and Breakfast, although he only stayed for five hours until he was picked up by a family member.

On June 11, RCMP received a call advising that eight kids were walking on Highway 9 near the Bear Claw Casino and was scared they might be hit by a vehicle. Members attended and located a few teenagers walking on the road. They were soon picked up by a friend.

Please be cautious and be aware of the 80 km/h zone on Highway 9 and always be aware of pedestrians.

Police joke: Did you hear about all the toilets being stolen inside the Carlyle RCMP detachment?

The police have nothing to go on.

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Ladies’ night for the Stoughton Curling Club

By Stephanie Zoer Do you remember what the style was in the 1990s? Well, the women that attended the Stoughton Curling Club’s ladies’ night on June 4 sure did.

This fundraiser for the club has been held for decades and is their main event. It is the only one they do yearly. Jen Hogg, one of the board members, said it went extremely well.

Reine Clark, Karla Gervais and Hogg are the board members and also organized this year’s ladies’ night. This is the first one in two years to be held.

It was hoped to have 80 women attend, but their expectations were

exceeded when 110 tickets were sold.

A huge sign featuring bright colours and a ‘90s theme adorned a wall, which made for a perfect backdrop for photos.

Crossroads Inn from Stoughton prepared the lasagna and garlic toast, while the salads were donated. The meal did not disappoint the crowd.

The delectable after dinner treat was provided by Stought’s Eatery, which was another fan of the women.

With 44 donations collected over the past weeks from businesses and individuals, the silent auction and raffles became an enormous success.

“The generosity of all the donators was fantas-

tic and so very much appreciated,” said Hogg.

A well-dressed crowd enjoyed the music by the live band called Mascara. The four-member band from Regina kept the women on the dance floor all night long.

The all-male bartenders made sure to keep the attendees hydrated with drinks that were filled and chilled.

It is the club’s hope to raise enough funds to replace the shingled roof on the rink. Their plan is to go with metal as it requires less upkeep and withstands more.

While the roof is not leaking yet, the shingles are in bad shape and over 20 years old, according to Hogg. Volunteers will do the majority of the

From left, Shauna Cornwall, Lisa Hogg, Tania Yanchycki, Jen Hogg, Rhonda Sangster and Lea Hemphill celebrated the 1990s at ladies’ night in Stoughton. Photo by Stephanie Zoer work with the guidance of a professional. This may happen in the fall or spring of 2023.

Although ladies’ night

is their only fundraiser through the year, they do volunteer at other functions during the year.

Summer has just

begun, but these women from the curling club always enjoy their winter activity, which will begin once again in November.

Alida news – marking a special anniversary

By Edel Cowan On June 12, there was a small gathering for an outdoor church service at the Dannevirke Cemetery grounds at 11 a.m., with Rev. Michelle Moore officiating in celebration of the 99th anniversary of the Dannevirke Lutheran Church and Cemetery. It was formed in 1923 and built in 1925. They also acknowledged the new gazebo which is built on the original church site.

Following the service, a delicious luncheon was provided. There was lots of visiting and

reminiscing of many of the good old days held at this site. It was a great morning and afternoon.

Great appreciation goes out to the board members for organizing this event. Attending from Alida area were Alan and Kathy.

The flower pots on Centre Street are all planted and that’s beginning to make a beautifully-coloured floral row down the middle of the street.

Once again appreciation goes to those who sponsored a pot and are taking care of it. It does make a difference and

beautify our little town.

Jeff Cowan spent the evening of June 10 and part of June 11 visiting with his parents Gray and Edel, as well as with friends Grant and Jenny before he had to head back to Regina. His time is always too short but it’s still nice to see his face and reacquaint with his dog Navy.

It’s hard to believe that we are almost in the middle of June already.

Before one knows it the schools will be holding year-end outings, field meets and getting ready for the Grade 12 graduations, some of which

From left, Lorna Dickison, Doris Lauritsen, Laust Lauritsen, Cheryl Zander, Ron Henderso and Alan Arthur. are held at the end of the month. It is also the baseball season – lots of activity for the out-

doors. Good luck to all those who are busy outside.

It is Father’s Day on

June 19. Happy Father’s Day to all dads, grandpas and uncles. You deserve a day off.

Angela, Marlee, Barb and Jacquie helped plant the flower beds with a variety of plants. Thank you for your help ladies. It will be a show place when in bloom.

We played more card Bingo and some of us added a bit to our change purses.

Mary Thiessen came to lead a hymn sing and she brought three young musicians with her, which added so much to

the evening.

When weather permits, there are quite a few enjoying the sunshine.

Many have family and friends visiting, but I also found out we have lots of mosquitoes visiting as well. This is perfect weather for them to thrive.

We helped Grace Toms celebrate her 95th birthday. We wish her many more.

Maryfleld Sunrise Villa happenings Submitted by Betty Walker

It was a quiet week in late May with more rain but it’s been clearing up.

One day was beautiful and people were out walking or sitting in the courtyard. We haven’t got our garden beds planted quite yet but hopefully this week.

We had a United Church service with Roy Bortolotto which was

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so nice and hadn’t been offered for a very long time. We also had a sing along with Judy on piano right after.

We celebrated two birthdays with Lucienne and Dosy.

Happy birthday and well wishes for a wonderful year.

Things are the same inside with card Bingo.

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We want to wish Fred a full recovery and we are all thinking of him.

June started off with wind and sunshine and both were needed. We planted our garden with things that hopefully we’ll enjoy.

Tuesday and Thursday are Bingo days and one was a record-breaking day with one lady winning six times out of 10 games. I hope when I

sit beside her at supper some good luck rubs off on me. Way to go Helen.

We also had Tydus and Annabel Neufeld come to play violin pieces, which were so well played.

Thank you for coming and please come again.

We are all getting outside more and can see some of our stuff is appearing in the garden boxes.

Our garden beds are just thriving. June,

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