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Above normal runoff and flooding forecasted Minister responsible for Water Security Agency Ken Cheveldayoff released the March forecast and outlook on spring runoff. Based on the amount of snowfall this winter, an above normal runoff is expected for the majority of the province, while some areas have the potential for very high runoff and f looding. “The rate of melt and how much additional precipitation falls as snow or rain in coming weeks will determine the risk of f looding this spring,” Cheveldayoff said. “However, if the precipitation conditions going forward are consistent with their historical averages, most of the province will experience an above average spring runoff.” A hot summer and fall with below normal rainfall across the entire agricultural portion of Saskatchewan in 2012 produced relatively dry conditions going into the winter season, but a well above normal snowpack has created the potential for an above normal runoff. The Water Security Agency will continue to monitor the 2013 spring runoff conditions across Saskatchewan. If necessary, more snow surveys will be conducted to verify snow accumulation. The Water Security Agency will be updating this forecast in April with the best information available. “We provide this forecast so that communities and residents can look at their local conditions and consider the best strategies to protect their property and infrastructure,” Cheveldayoff said. “Since 2010, the government of Saskatchewan has invested more than $25 million in 580 permanent f lood mitigation works across the province. Those works will protect communities and homes this spring and into the future.” The March forecast should be used as a general guide as local conditions may vary. The full March forecast is available online at www.wsask.ca.
The Acapella singing group HOJA appeared with special guest Riley Crawford-Beauchesne at the Shellbrook Theatre March 5th with proceeds from the concert going to the Kinettes. They are raising money to revamp Kin Park. From left to right: Jeremy Mielke, Dave Paul Elder, Riley Crawford-Beauchesne, Matt Deroche and Jessie Froese.
Kin Park revamp news The Kinettes club of Shellbrook is hard at work with their Kin Park Revamp Project. The club recognized that the Kinsmen Park was in need of some updates. Our project goal is to help our community by making this park a better place for our children and all those who come to visit Shellbrook. The park is used by the community and surrounding area and is due for some changes and upgrading. We are going to restore and update the Kin Park by fixing current pieces of equipment, removing unsafe structures, bringing in new play structures, adding sand, and replacing the park’s crumbling cement border with a new walking/ bike path and traffic signs. We will also be adding picnic tables and benches. We want to create essential play and opportunities for all children. At last year’s Shellbrook Street Fair, the group raffled a cedar playhouse to start off our Park Project. Affinity Credit Union and Shellbrook Co-op donated the proceeds from their ‘Year of the Cooperators barbeque’ held last spring. Bottle sorting with the Kinsmen has helped our Park Project, as well as support from local businesses, including Paul & Kelly Bourgeault’s Investors Group Community Grant, Shellbrook Sales and Services’ donation, and Affinity’s Community Spirit donations. A Stella & Dot jewellery party was held in November with proceeds going to the Park Project. A Valentine Sweethearts Night Out was planned for early February, but was cancelled due to the lack of pre-sold tickets. On Tuesday, March 5th, a HOJA concert was hosted by the club with proceeds going to the Park Project. HOJA is a high-energy
Photo: Tom Pierson
modern acapella group that travels across Canada performing for events. The show was great, and kids and parents really enjoyed it! Thank-you to everyone who came out to support our cause. More fundraisers are in the works for the near future, including a Shoe party with all the latest trends and fashions. This event will be held in Shellbrook Friday April 12th, location and details coming soon; watch for posters! We are very thankful that our Park Project was chosen as one of this years’ recipients that will benefit from the After Tax Party, May 3rd, at the Shellbrook Community Hall. Tickets on sale now. This event is guaranteed to be a blast! Along with the park project, the Kinettes club held their annual cookie walk in December with great success. The Kinsmen and Kinette’s annual Telemiracle town canvas, along with business donations, the elementary school fundraisers and Helping Hands around town, helped us present $11,358.46 to Telemiracle 37. The club has a Facebook page that is updated regularly with all our upcoming events, including online raffles. Please send us any questions or concerns you may have. ‘Like’ our Kinettes page! Once our page reaches 100 likes, we will donate $100 to the Shellbrook and Area Food Bank. www.facebook.com/shellbrookkinettes. Thank you to our community! Without you, these events would not have been such a success. Tasha Cyr & Kim LaMotte President & Vice-President of the Shellbrook Kinettes
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