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Thank you for your service Ceremony in Neepawa honours Lieutenant-General Ray Crabbe

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press It’s a recognition that has been a long time coming for a former member of the Canadian military who has a strong connection to Neepawa. On Wednesday, July 13, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 23 held a commemorative ceremony at the cenotaph in front of the Beautiful Plains County Court Building. Along with honouring the anniversary of the war memorial, which was first unveiled in 1922, it also was a celebration of the career of Lieutenant-General (Ret) Ray Crabbe. A few hundred people attended the event, which featured speeches and prayers at the cenotaph, followed by a celebratory parade to the Legion building. At the Legion, a commemorative portrait of Crabbe was then unveiled, which will be displayed within the building in perpetuity. Pleased and proud to be back in Neepawa This local honour for Crabbe is well deserved. Born and raised in Neepawa, Crabbe would go on after graduating from the University of Manitoba to serve in the Canadian Army. After tours of duty in Cyprus and Germany, he climbed the ranks, with his most notable posting at that time being to the former Republic of Yugoslavia, as the Commander of the United Nations Protection Force. Continued on Page 20

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Agassiz MLA Eileen Clarke was given the honour of presenting Lieutenant-General (Ret.) Ray Crabbe with his commemorative portrait, which will hang proudly upon the wall at the Neepawa Legion building.

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Birnie celebration honours 100 year memorial By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

The distinct sound of a bagpiper kicked off a special celebration in Birnie last weekend. On July 16, the community and visitors gathered at 2:00 p.m. in clear, albeit hot, weather to commemorate the 100th birthday of the Memorial Park Gate. The gate had originally been unveiled to a crowd of over 700 people on Apr. 30 in 1922 with plaques to honour those who served in World War I. Over the years, plaques for World War II and the Korean War were added. “The original celebration was to honour those lost, as well as the pioneer spirit of the community,” said Rita Friesen, opening speaker for the 2022 celebration. “People have worked hard to make sure that the site is still revered today.” Norma Somers added, “After the revival of the Birnie Community Club, t hey’ve repa inted t he plaques, made picnic tables, planted flowers and so much more. I am so thankful to all

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Pictured are members of the Birnie Memorial Park Centennial Committee, who worked to organize the 100th birthday celebration for the community’s Memorial Park Gate, and more. In the photo, from left to right are: Katherine Birch, Krystal Zechowski, Leanne Hanlan, Brent Hanlan, Beau Hanlan (little boy), Norma Somers, Nicole Eden, Janet O’Donnell, Steve Olive, Tannis Clark, Maggie Zechowski, Cheryl McConnell, John McConnell, Krystal Somers and Cheryl Wareham.

of them, to all the community members and volunteers who have worked for a century to keep this site alive.” Janet O’Donnell, who also

spoke during the proceedings, noted that many are quite familiar with the gate. “Older members of the community, who went to

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school here, will remember this gate quite well,” said O’Donnell. “Students will recall marching from the school to the gate for Re-

membrance Day service every year. Classes here made the march until about 1968.” Katherine Birch followed

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The inaugural Manawaka Garden p A R Ty, a f u n d r a i s e r f o r t h e Margaret Laurence Home, took place on Saturday, July 16. The event featured art from nearly a dozen local artists on display in four beautifully landscaped gardens in and around Neepawa. Pictured is some of the artwork that was set up in Gardenview Farm, the garden of Joe and Glenda MacPhee. Above: Paintings and acrylic pour art by Gwen Baryla. Right: Miniature landscape art by Meaghan Peters. Top right: A variety of artwork by Gerry Nelson.

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with a reading of Martin Niemöller’s ‘First They Came’, Rita Friesen with a scripture and prayer as well as a reading of the soldier’s names with Cheryl McConnell. After a moment of silence, Norma and Addison Somers read ‘In Flanders Fields’ and Bruce Bremner provided a tribute to the fallen. The ceremony concluded with the playing of God Save the Queen. However, the celebration as a whole did not stop. All who attended enjoyed community activities such as pony rides, a bouncy castle, petting zoo and a temporary museum of Birnie area memorabilia. The museum in particular held a variety of precious memories, ranging from photos of those who served, to postal history, sports gear and trophies, gramophones and more. The Birnie Community Club extends its thanks to all those who donated items for the temporary collection, and who participated in the celebration for helping to make the day a special, memorable occasion.

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Local author relishes the challenge of writing first children’s book

By Eoin Devereux

Jessica on the visuals was a tremendous experience.

For Darcy Friesen, her book ‘The Little Red Hen Who Couldn’t Lay an Egg’ is the culmination of a life-long dream. Now she’s hoping that children across western Manitoba will find inspiration and a positive message within its pages. With the assistance of illustrator Jessica J. Wohlgemuth, Friesen recently completed work on her first children’s book. The 40page hard cover is the story of a hen named Lucy, who couldn’t lay an egg. The book then follows Lucy as she try to deal with and overcome this dilemma through acceptance and friendship.

A great early response The book is just starting to gain some exposure across western Manitoba, as Friesen has taken it to a few schools and librairies. She said the kids’ reactions to it, so far, have been incredibly positive. “Children love the story. I went to one school [to do a reading] and those children were just sitting on the edge of their seats. They were so excited about it. It’s been a lot of fun to go and share it with them,” expressed Friesen. The initial release of t he book w i l l include 1,000 copies and can be purchased right now by emailing darcy.krickettales@gmail.com. The retail price will be $24.95, plus any applicable taxes. Friesen is also exploring the option of self publication through the Amazon books website.

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Three years in the making While this project, from the initial idea to finished product, has been just three years in the making, Friesen’s desire to express herself through the written word has been with her for as long as she can remember. “I’ve always wanted to

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A new children’s book called ‘The Little Red Hen Who Couldn’t Lay an Egg’ has been written by Darcy Friesen.

do something like this. I’ve been interested in writing for years, but never thought I had [any story concept] that would actually make a good story. Then, I think it was about three years ago

that I was just inspired and sat down to write this book. The inspiration, it just came out of the blue and I was like, ‘I think, if I can find the right illustrator, this could be a good chil-

dren’s story,’” said Friesen. After learning about Jessica J. Wohlgemuth and her work in writing and illustration through a 2021 story in the Banner & Press (A bunny with a message - Mar.

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Note: This column was originally printed in 2019, but it is even more applicable today. ~KW

ne thing that the internet has done for us is to provide more information than we could ever process. One big problem is that much of the information we are offered is false or, at best, not always accurate. It is tough to discern the truth, the facts, in amongst the mountains of stories we are offered. More and more, people are tuning out the f lood of information, but along with that, is a subtle move back to local, generally reliable news, as it appears in local newspapers. The foundational truth is that, for the most part, local publishers don’t usually put false information into print. Once it’s printed on paper, it’s impossible to deny what has been written. On the other hand, if it’s on the internet without permanent record, it can be denied and re-written. But more importantly, most internet sources are tough to track down. On the web, anybody can say anything, no matter how scandalous or outrageous, without the writer being identified or the “facts” being verified. The newspaper industry, and especially the corporate newspaper part of the industry, is struggling with credibility and with profitability. It may well be that in order to have a newspaper, it has to contain news. It also needs ads and columns too, but it does need news. And it needs to be locally relevant and factual news. A neepawa

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Right in the Centre Ken Waddell person can throw anything they can dream up on a website and how do you know if it’s true or not? It can also be changed in an instant as well. Newspapers have a sense of permanency and reliability because, once it’s in print, you can’t take it back. Now that is accountability. Most local newspapers understand their mandate, which is, to state the obvious, local news. It makes no sense for local papers, be they daily or weekly, to regurgitate what was on TV or the internet the day before. With all the news channels and web sites available, local papers should leave the national and international news alone, unless they are short of news for a given issue of the paper. Right here in some of our own communities, we have newspapers that have let things get totally out of hand in the quest to build readership. The Brandon Sun allows un-signed comments every day in their “Soundoff section”. I know exactly which publisher started that questionable practice and it has been going on for years, but it should be stopped. It’s dangerous, potentially libelous and allows people without courage

to speak up. The Brandon Sun and the Winnipeg Free Press also spend a lot of time and money on their web editions, which by the way, lose a lot of money. The stories that get posted every day are good enough, as they are the exact same wording, basically, as the print editions and that is all well and good. The problem comes in the dozens and sometimes hundreds of comments that get posted. Almost without fail, they are under an anonymous name. We have no idea who is commenting. On the odd occasion that I offer a comment, you can bet my name is attached to it. If you can’t or won’t attach your name to a comment, then maybe you shouldn’t be making it. For sure the newspapers need to step up and change this practice, as anonymous comments do nothing for public discussion. Readers expect credibility and reliability in their newspapers. They deserve nothing less. Disclaimer: The views expressed in this column are the writer’s personal views and are not to be taken as being the view of the Banner & Press staff.

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idying the garage, dusting the display shelf, I carefully cleaned the miner helmet that has been a part of my story for 35 years. It is battered, dented, and bears the name ‘Pete’. The old, faded green battery back is attached and there is no light bulb. Way back in 1987, on a vacation out to the East Coast, we stopped by the Springhill Mine Museum. It was mid-October, so the museum was closed. As we wandered about the site, a gentleman approached us. Engaging in conversation, he learned we were from the prairies and we learned that he was a retired miner. More than that, he was one of the survivors of the infamous “Bump” of 1958. Noting our genuine interest, he took a key from his pocket and allowed us into the building, the museum displays, but not the tunnels. As we looked, he talked and we listened. After an informative hour, he walked over to the shelf in the staff room, lifted down a helmet, including a battery, and handed it to us. Puzzled, we waited. Gaining composure, he told us the helmet was his. He was one of the tour guides at the museum. Now his health, miner’s lung, no longer allowed him to work and not much longer to live. He asked that we take it home, remember him and, if possible, share the story– may it never be forgotten. The first recorded Springhill Mine disaster was back in 1891. Fire from coal dust, 1,300 feet below the surface, killed 125 workers, some as young as 10 to 13. The explosion injured dozens more. Queen Victoria sent sympathy and aid. The second one was in 1957. More than 5,000 feet below the surface, several train cars broke loose on the journey to the top. Rolling back, they derailed, cutting power lines and igniting the coal dust. Thirty-nine miners died, but heroic rescue efforts by fully geared and bare-faced workers saved 88 men. The one I remember, I was 12 at the time, was the “Big Bump” of 1958. No. 2 Colliery, one of the deepest in the world, over 4,000 feet below the surface, experienced an under the sea earthquake. One of the reasons for the public awareness was that this was the first major international event that was televised on CBC. We had the reporters waiting, giving us the ‘as it happens’ news. Seventy men died, 99 were rescued, some after eight and a half days in total darkness, days without water or food, surrounded by the stench of decaying corpses. Pete shared of the despair of that darkness, that silence, that bond with the brotherhood… In quiet, conversational tones, he impressed upon us the effect of that disaster on individuals, families and the community. Life in the community was never the same. The mine never re-opened. As of 2015, the mine properties, among the deepest works in the world and filled with water, are owned by the government of Nova Scotia, and provide Springhill’s industrial park with geothermal heating. Keeping my promise to Pete, I pause, ref lect, and once again share some details.

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Living in a desert place Faithfully T Yours he past few weeks have not been kind to some of t he world’s political leaders. In Great Britain, Boris Johnson’s tenure as Prime Minister will end on Sept. 5. His latest scandal (the patronage appointment of a politician who had been accused of sexual misconduct) was one too many for his conservative colleagues and they forced him to resign. In the United States, all eyes are on this November’s mid-term elections. Democrats fear what might happen if they lose control of the House of Representatives, Senate or both. Republicans fear what might happen if Democrats retain control. And all eyes are on President Joe Biden, wondering if he will run for reelection in 2024. The uncertainty facing the American people right now is higher than most have known in their lifetimes. In Canada, we will soon know who will replace Erin O’Toole as leader of Canada’s Conservative Party. Several provincial premiers (including Manitoba’s for-

mer premier Pallister) have stepped down and either have been or will be replaced prior to the next elections in their respective provinces. And some (this writer included) are wondering if our prime minister will lead his Liberal party into the next federal election. Our southern neighbours aren’t the only ones living in a world of political uncertainty and upheaval. But our real challenge is finding leaders with sufficient integrity and strength of character to keep them from being corrupted by the power and perks they enjoy once elected to office. The old saying: “Power corrupts; absolute power corrupts absolutely;” is as true today as it has ever been. These conditions may be new to us. But, in one form or another, they have existed

since the beginning of time. In the days of the prophet Jeremiah, they were so prevalent that he wrote these words: “Cursed are those who trust in mere mortals and make mere flesh their strength, whose hearts turn away from the Lord. They shall be like a shrub in the desert, and shall not see when relief comes. They shall live in the parched places of the wilderness, in an uninhabited salt land.” ( Jeremiah 17:5-6) Jeremiah’s words aptly described the conditions under which his people were forced to live. They occupied some of the most fertile land in the Middle East. They were rich in natural resources and had the expertise to unearth and develop those resources. But because of mismanagement and corrupt leaders, the common

people were not able to share in the abundance of the land. Whatever they could (and should) have received was eaten up in high costs and taxes. All the wealth of the land was within arm’s length. But the common people could not use any of it to meet their own needs. Does that sound familiar? It should– because we have done what Jeremiah told us not to do. We chose leaders who promised increased benefits to us without any increase in the taxes or user fees we are currently paying. But within less than a year, they told us that they couldn’t keep those promises because the country couldn’t afford them. So in a country rich in natural resources, with the ability to adequately and affordably feed, clothe and house every resident within its borders, we have a growing number of people who aren’t able to meet their basic needs. They might as well be living in a desert. How did we get here? And what can we do to make things better? More on this topic next week.

We pay for the maintenance and this time, our drive ways need to be repaired and paved again. At the end of each street there is a space where people can park extra cars or holi-

day vehicles. Now everyone needs to park there because they can not use their driveway to go in and out of their garage. I have not very often seen such cooperation as what the people use to accommodate each other and give each other room to move around and in and out of spaces. Nothing is designated.

If we all used the parking lots in the city like that, what a peaceful world it would be. God created us to be peaceful and show love towards each other, each one, not only friends. It is summer and holiday time. Let us consider one another. Be helpful and loving, just as God is loving . We will all be blessed

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Thumbs up to Murray McDonald and Brady McLeod for changing my tire on the Brookdale Road on Thursday. This random act of kindness was greatly appreciated. Janice Sumner

Thumbs up to Harvey Ebner and the Neepawa Legion board members for recognizing the career and accomplishments of former Neepawa resident Lt. General Ray Crabbe Cameron Smith

Thumbs up to the Gladstone-Plumas Pirates U18 baseball team, who won the U18 Manitoba AA championship in Brandon on Sunday. This team has provided the spectators with good and entertaining ball throughout the years. Congratulations! Earl Clayton Gladstone, MB

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How many options are there? When you talk to people about eternal life in heaven, you can notice very soon that many folks would like to have different options how to get there. We live at the time when people do not like absolutes. “What is good for you is not good for me, you know.” In 1 Corinthians 1:23, Apostle Paul makes a statement, “We preach Christ crucified.” It means that there are no other options; no alternative means to enter the Kingdom of God. The message of the gospel (good news) is straightforward and exclusive. John 14:6, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father but through Me.” Acts 4:12, “There is salvation in on one else; for there is no other name under heaven that has been given among men by which we must be saved.” At present time, the modern culture of tolerance cannot tolerate the gospel of Jesus Christ. So often we can hear nowadays this statement, “God loves everyone just the way people are (giving them permission to stay the way they are).” However, the Bible clearly teaches that God hates sin and is “angry with the wicked every day” (Ps. 7:11, NKJV). In Luke 9:23, Jesus Christ said, “If anyone wishes to come after Me, he must deny himself, and take up his cross daily and follow Me.” This is the gospel of self-denial, not self-fulfillment. True faith in Christ is not about becoming all that we can be in this life. We come to Jesus only when we realize that there is no other hope for us. Until the idol of self-righteousness is broken in our hearts, we cannot come to true faith and repentance. The gospel of Christ is offensive because it confronts the sinner’s intellectual, moral and religious pride. By God’s design, the cross of Christ is offensive. As Christians, we need faithfully to proclaim the gospel. As Christians, we need to love sinners enough to offend them with the truth. To believe the gospel of Christ goes against everything that is natural in humans. So whether you like or not, there are not many options to receive eternal life and spend eternity in heaven. In fact, there is only one option. Repent of your sins and believe wholeheartedly in the gospel of Jesus Christ to get saved from the eternal condemnation in hell. Please think about it seriously. Time slides. This life in the flesh is pretty short. Eternity is long. Do not waste your time in this world. Pray to God, ask Him to forgive all your sins and give you a new heart, a new purpose in life and eternal life in His holy presence. Revelation 22:20b, “…Come, Lord Jesus.” Pastor Vlad Makyeyev Neepawa, MB

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Applications still open for out of helen’s kitchen FoodCycler pilot project Fruit pizza Helen Drysdale

By Kira Paterson Neepawa Banner & Press

A nyone in Neepawa looking for a way to divert waste from landfills has a great opportunity still available. The deadline has been extended for Neepawa residents to apply to be part of the Town’s FoodCycler pilot project. The program, which was approved by Town Council on Apr. 5, has made 100 FoodCycler appliances available at a discounted price for local residents who would be willing to test out the product and complete three surveys over a 12-week period. A FoodCycler is an appliance about the size of a breadmaker, which people can put their household food waste into and it will process the food waste to create compost fertilizer. The FoodCycler reduces the volume of the waste by about 90 per cent after four to six hours of processing. For those not into gardening, the processed waste can go into the garbage, with the reduced volume meaning less waste goes into the landfill. The program has been open for applications since early April, with an original deadline of July 11. However, there are still FoodCyclers available, so the Town has re-opened applications to give residents

another opportunity to participate in the program. The regular price of a FoodCycler is approximately $500, but for those participating in the program, they would be able to purchase one for only $175 plus tax. After the 12-week pilot program, those who purchased a FoodCycler through the program will be able to keep the appliance to use in their household. “I’m surprised they didn’t go [before the deadline], I thought they would go really quick,” stated mayor Blake McCutcheon. “But I still think it’s a great idea. I think it would work well.” Marilyn Crewe, the economic development officer for Neepawa, was the one who brought this program to the attention of Town Council. “What we want from this project is the data,” she explained. “Once the Town has that information, it shows by household how much waste could be diverted by a composting program. So if we feel this is really successful, then it could be that we then look at what our options are for a residential compost program in Neepawa.” A composting program would not only reduce the amount of waste going to the landfill, but it could also save the Town money, as they pay Evergreen Environmental by the weight of what’s brought to the landfill.

Fresh fruit is in season. The best summer berry dessert is a fresh fruit pizza! Get the kids (grandkids) to help make this beautiful rainbow dessert and let them be creative and adventurous in the fruit arrangement. Memories are made working together.

Fruit pizza Base: Cream cheese filling: 1/2 cup butter, room 1 227g package cream temperature cheese, softened to room 3/4 cup sugar temperature 1 large egg 1/3 cup sugar 1 tsp. vanilla 1 tsp. vanilla 1 tsp. lemon zest (optional) 1 Tbsp. cream or milk 1 1/2 cups flour 1/2 tsp. baking powder Glaze: 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/2 cup fruit juice, such as 1/4 teaspoon salt orange or pineapple 1/2 cup water Fruit topping: 1 Tbsp. lemon juice fruits of your choice, like 1/2 cup sugar blueberries, strawberries, 2 Tbsp. corn starch raspberries, grapes, kiwi, orange segments, pineapple

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“Who knows? Maybe it’s something a year from now, two years from now where it will benefit the taxpayer,” added McCutcheon. In addition to the 100 FoodCyclers available for households, the Town is also receiving 10 that will be available for non-profit organizations in Neepawa. Anyone interested in be-

ing part of the pilot project can fill out a form that can be found on the Town’s website, neepawa.ca under the “residents” tab. Alternatively, people can call the Town Office at 204-4767600 for more information on applying. Organizations interested in testing out the FoodCycler can also call the Town Office.

Base: In a bowl, mix the butter and sugar together. Stir in the egg, vanilla and lemon zest. In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt together. Stir into the creamed mixture. Transfer dough to a lightly greased pizza pan. Flatten dough into an even layer, leaving a small lip of dough around the edges of the dish. Bake the crust in a preheated oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes or until edges turn golden brown; cool. Cream cheese filling: In a bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, vanilla and cream until smooth. Spread over crust. Fruit: Arrange fruit on top in desired design. Glaze: In a small pot, mix the fruit juice, water, lemon juice, sugar and cornstarch together and bring to a boil, stirring constantly for two minutes or until thickened; cool slightly. Brush over fruit. Chill. Store fruit pizza in refrigerator until serving time. Enjoy with your favourite people.

Gladstone-based theatre group prepares to celebrate 150 years of Manitoba Submitted H.I. Productions H.I. Productions, a community based theatre group, have spent the past few months busily preparing to perform a celebration of Manitoba history, Our Manitoba, an original play by local resident, Kelvin Bueckert. “The plan was to perform this show in 2020 in honour of Manitoba’s 150th, however, as you may have

heard, a few things came up that prevented us from performing back then,” said playwright and director, Kelvin Bueckert. “Still, I’m thankful that we can perform this show now. We need these messages of community more than ever it seems. I’ve also been getting the sense that people could use a laugh. Although this play deals with Manitoba history, it certainly isn’t without humour! Also, Veronica Casigay, a

member of our local Filipino community, will be performing some musical numbers to open the show. I know I’m looking forward to that. With that said, bring the family and check out the show. It’ll be fun! Show is Aug. 20, 7:30 p.m. Stride Hall, Gladstone. Tickets available at Heart & Soul Balance in Gladstone, or online at www.ourmb. brownpapertickets.com.”

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WestLake-Gladstone secures fresh funds for new swimming pool and facilities Construction to begin this August, open June 2023

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press A brand new outdoor recreation venue will soon begin construction in Gladstone. Weighing in with a total price tag of $1.25 million, the Municipality of WestLakeGladstone announced via media release that Western Recreation has been retained to build a new outdoor, heated swimming pool. As well, that Ellwood McRorie has been awarded the construction of a new pool house. “These new facilities will replace the existing, over 50-year-old facility that is beyond its useful life and on the verge of being closed permanently,” said the Municipality. “[It] will include a walk-in entry for beginners, a lazy river, diving board, mushroom spray unit and a water slide– if funds allow.” They added, “The new facility will continue to offer all of the same programs that the existing pool offers, such as swimming lessons for all ages and private rentals.” The current schedule has this August booked as the beginning of construction, with the new facility expected to be open as early as June 2023. The WestLake-

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This time last year, the above image of the proposed layout of Gladstone’s new swimming pool was released.

Gladstone council said in its release that it recognizes that swimming is not a hobby, but a life skill. “[We] are very honoured to continue

to offer this opportunity to residents and visitors of all ages,” said WestLakeGladstone. “This project was a goal of the elected council of 2018 and the ad-

ministrative team has worked diligently in applying for grants and investments for this new facility and that is why we are at the construction stage only three years later.” WestLake-Gladstone will be receiving $425,000 as part of a release of $10.8 million in funding from Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan). This was announced on June 10 in support of Manitoba tourism and recreation by Terry Duguid, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change on behalf of the Honourable Daniel Vandal, Minister Responsible for PrairiesCan. The municipality also preciously was awarded funds through the Province of Manitoba Building Sustainable Communities (BSC) grant, amounting to $300,000. However, donations are still being welcomed by the municipality, as they are required for extras such as the waterslide, pool house and landscaping. If any businesses or individuals are interested in donating towards the project, they are asked to visit the municipal website at www.westlake-gladstone.ca.

In-person version of the fair returning to Gladstone

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Pictured is one of the floats from the 2019 Gladstone Fair parade. The parade will once again be part of the festivities at this year’s fair.

By Kira Paterson Neepawa Banner & Press The Gladstone Fair is back this summer, bringing people together in person once again. For two years, the fair had been limited to only a parade and take-out meals, but this year, they have all kinds of activities planned for everyone to enjoy. The fair is slated to run from Friday, Aug. 5 to Sunday, Aug. 7. Tara Fulton, of the Gladstone Agricultural Society, noted that while the event is typically run by the Ag Society, this year

it’s coming together through the combined efforts of the Gladstone Chamber of Commerce, WestlakeGladstone Recreation and the Ag Society. Fulton noted that because COVID-19 had created uncertainties during the planning process, they decided not to bring in the bull riding this year, but they have lots of other activities, including a barrel racing competition on Friday. Also on the schedule will be a fundraising breakfast each day for a different organization, a kids parade and the classic parade, slo-

pitch and basketball tournaments, a street dance and an outdoor movie. Saturday evening will also feature the Ag Society Pork Loin Supper, which will require pre-ordering. There are a few new items in this year’s fair that Fulton noted she hopes will be wellreceived. On Saturday, during the parades, they will have a cookie and lemonade stand up, fundraising for a local girl, Kendall Walker, who is currently battling cancer. On Sunday, they plan to have a showcase of local ‘pandemic projects’. Fulton

stated that there were a lot of people who picked up new hobbies or started new projects during the pandemic to keep themselves busy and this showcase is intended to let hobbyists show off what they worked on throughout lockdowns. “Something new I’m excited about and hope is going to go well is the Happy Rock Restaurant Challenge,” Fulton added. This event will be leading up to the Gladstone Fair, taking place from July 29 to Aug. 5. Inspired by “Burger Wars” competitions held in other communities, this event involves five local restaurants that have all come up with a featured burger or sandwich. People can go and try all these specials throughout the week and then vote on their favourite, which will be crowned the winner at the fair. The participating restaurants are Lickity Splits, Mumzz Kitchen, Gladstone Bakery, Gladstone Golf & Country Club and the Gladstone Tim Hortons. “We want everybody to get their hunger on and try

all the specials at these restaurants,” Fulton expressed. She added that the organizers are all very excited to be able to get the fair back to in-person events. “I hope everybody takes the opportunity to come out,” she said. “And I hope we’ve covered all the bases to have something for everybody.” To register for the slopitch or basketball tourna-

ments, people can contact rec director J’lyn Funk at the WestLake-Gladstone municipal office by Aug. 1. Tara Fulton can be contacted to pre-order for the Pork Loin Supper, also with the deadline of Aug. 1. Anyone interested in displaying their pandemic projects can also contact Fulton. Otherwise, just show up and enjoy the fair.

Nutrition Bite Stay Hydrated this Summer! Choose Water!

Water is one of the most important elements for all living things. Without it, or without enough of it, we can become dehydrated. Our bodies need more fluids to stay hydrated when it is hot out or when we are doing physical activity. Young children and older adults are more prone to dehydration. To know if you are drinking enough, check your: • Thirst, if you have a dry mouth or are thirsty you might need to drink more fluids • Urine; if it is dark and has a strong odor this could be sign of dehydration. • Mood; if you are feeling tired, dizzy or have a headache it might be dehydration Not a frequent water drinker? Make water FUN and colorful by adding a few simple ingredients. Limes, lemons, mint, oranges, berries, cucumbers, and other fruits improve the taste without artificial sweeteners or preservatives. This can help you drink more water than you usually do, too. Be sure to check out Neepawa Eats Healthy at the Neepawa Farmer’s Market this summer for some refreshing water combinations and seasonal recipes!

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Looking Back

JULY 22, 2022

1962: Neepawa Summer Fair draws in Portage competitors

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

110 years ago, Tuesday, July 23, 1912 A Canadian woman interested in immigration states that the statement that wives are needed in the Canadian west has been a great drawback in securing desirable women settlers. Rosedale voters list for 1912 contains 917 names as compared with 972 in 1911. Ward six is the only one in which there is an increase, all the others being less. 100 years ago, Friday, July 21, 1922 Franklin: A lot could be said right here about infractions of the herd law, but enough’s enough. However, this law was drafted to protect and protect it must, or it is useless. Nor man L a mber t, secretary of the Canadian council of agriculture, has resigned that office to accept the vice-presidency of the Maple Leaf Milling company. 90 years ago, Friday, July 22, 1932 Birnie: Helen McCracken, of Oak Leaf school and Alice Ennis, of Big Valley, both passed their entrance exams. 80 years ago, Thursday, July 23, 1942 Crashing in the field of John Czech six miles north west of Eden, Sgt. Instructor Clifford Moyer was instantly killed and his student pilot seriously injured… The accident, the first one of the local airport to claim a life, was first seen by Mr. Czech, T. Kasprick and J. Baraniuk. These men hurried to the scene and removed the injured student, rushing him to Dr. Bugg at Elen. Mr. Osborne, of Eden, took the body of Sgt. Moyer to Neepawa. Note: Although it is spelled as “Elen” in the original entry,

it is likely meant to be “Eden”. Kelwood: Mrs. Wm. Spratt received a telegram on Jul. 14, through the A ir Ministr y, Ottawa, conf irming the earlier report that Sgt. Harry Spratt was a prisoner of war somewhere in Germany.

70 years ago, Thursday, July 24, 1952 D r. J o h n F r i e s e n , formerly of Herbert, Sask., recently came to Neepawa where he is practicing dentistry in the Churchill Block. Neepawa genera l i n su r a nce a gent s a re o f fe r i n g a f i n a n c i a l protection against polio to families and individuals of Neepawa district. 60 years ago, Friday, July 20, 1962 There was more competition for Elmer Greenslade and his Angus herd from Portage at the Neepawa Summer Fair this year than in past years, but he still managed to capture his share of ribbons, including some championships. 50 years ago, Thursday, July 20, 1972 Over 570 guests signed the visitors book at the off icial opening of the new Bank of Montreal on Saturday afternoon, Jul. 15. Manager Des George welcomed the visitors to the ceremonies and to the new bank, of which he

said: “I am proud to be the manager.”

40 years ago, Thursday, July 22, 1982 Protests are mounting this week over a policy which would ban motorboats on Lake Irwin. The Neepawa Wildlife A ssociat ion presented petitions signed by more than 100 people to the RM of Langford Council. Names are still being added, sa id president Fred Topol insk i. T he association also plans to approach Neepawa town council next Tuesday, Jul. 27, he said. 30 years ago, Monday, July 20, 1992 Effective last Monday, the Thorn brothers (Gerry and Bill) took over the Ford dealership and will be operating under the name T.N.T. Ford Sales of Neepawa. 20 years ago, Monday, July 29, 2002 N e e p aw a’s s e v e nt h annual Lily Festival will carry on next year with one major difference. For the first time since its incept ion, Eleanor Nicholson won’t be at its helm… Although she will no longer serve as president of t he or g a n i z at ion , Nicholson said she will remain involved, serving on the various committees needed to stage the annual event.

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Elmer Greenslade and his Angus heard from Portage la Prairie were drawn to the Neepawa Summer Fair in 1962. Greenslade had competed in past years as well, and was determined to put his hat in the ring again. While there people angling for the top spots, Greenslade came away with his fair share of ribbons and championships. Pictured back left is judge James Killoh.

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Unique styles converge at ArtsForward By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press Bold colours and texture; memories captured, breathing with a new and vibrant life. Both have been making their home at Neepawa’s ArtsForward since July 1 for the “Double Take, The Figure” exhibit. Painted by Gwen Baryla and Shannon Desjardins, the works featured are a variety of portraits and stories given form through acrylic and oil paints, respectively. These were given a special highlight at a gala opening on July 14 at 7:00 p.m. Baryla and Desjardins, who were present for the event, shared that the key pieces of the collaborative exhibit were the portraits they did of each other, in their own styles. From there, it branches out to a variety of subjects and canvasses of different sizes. Pieces, large or small, could all take anywhere from eight hours to a year, or more, to complete. “It all depends on inspiration, motivation…

“Lost In Her Eyes” by Gwen Baryla. This piece is painted on a massive canvas, capturing the visage of Marilyn Monroe in vivid colour. Baryla told the Banner & Press that she puts a particular emphasis on an individual’s eyes in her paintings. As well, creating texture through a variety of methods. One tool she used to create texture in this piece was paper towel. Hey! you!

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Pictured above are Shannon Desjardins (left) and Gwen Baryla (right), whose art makes up the Double Take, The Figure exhibit at ArtsForward. A gala opening was held on July 14, with visitors having the opportunity to meet and converse with them. Pictured right: “Life Gets Messy” by Shannon Desjardins. This was her take on a portrait of fellow artist and friend Gwen Baryla. Gwen Baryla also has her own portrait of Shannon Desjardins on display as part of the collaborative exhibit.

Some paintings can come together in no time at all,” said Desjardins. “The triptych barn– that one took over a year for sure.” That particular paint-

ing was also a very special case. Desjardins had been contacted to paint the barn as a commission. The problem being, the barn was no longer standing and there were no photos available. “She came to me w it h a tea towel and it had set d imensions that it needed to be,” Desja r d i n s e xplained. “So it was using what she was able to give me and figuring out how to make it work

in that space. But it was really the stories that she told me that made it come together and come to life.” For Baryla, she favours showing the artistic process– mistakes and all. “It starts abstractly. I can start with texture or colour… My Marilyn painting? I started with texture there, using paper towel,” Baryla enthused. “I got the figure going and put emphasis on the eyes… I leave in pencil lines on my paintings, even things I tried to remove. The eyelashes on Marilyn, I’d put them in and then tried to wipe them away.” Baryla got her start as an artist when she was a kid. From a young age,

she was always drawing something, whether it was from a magazine or a book. Then, she got into watercolours in the ‘80s, with mixed media and acr ylics following soon after. “Some of my acrylic paintings, they’re all with just the palette k nife. There’s a lot of different techniques you can use, both for my medium and for Shannon’s,” said Baryla. “Like, f ingers? They’re great for getting in there and shading.” For Desjard ins, her start came much later.

Her very f irst drawing was done in 2001, while visiting her sister. “I was going to help her clean her house, and her kids were there drawing at the table. She said, ‘no, just draw and talk to me’, so that’s what I did,” Desjardins laughed. “From there I’ve used tools like watercolours and pastels before getting into oils.” Anyone who has yet to see this collaborative exhibit still has a chance to. Double Take will remain at ArtsForward until the end of the month.

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4-H FAT STOCK SHOW & SALE THANK YOU The members, leaders and families of the Erickson, Neepawa and Rapid City 4-H Beef Clubs wish to extend sincere appreciation to all of the buyers and bidders for their outstanding support of our 2022 4-H Beef Inter-Club Sale, held in Neepawa on Wednesday, July 7. BUYER DAM Cattle Buyers

4-H MEMBER Inglis Family Donation Steer (donated by Thjis van de Langemheen) Gill & Schmall Insurance Madisyn Robertson Minnedosa Insurance Brooklyn Hedley Kulbacki Seeds Morgan Dyke Fred Guilbert Trucking Sveinna Bjarnarson Mazergroup Neepawa Kooper Jury Enns Brothers Carson Baker Harris Pharmacy Summer Sawchuk Stride Credit Union Keegan Dyke CAMO Cattle Company Quinn Sawchuk Tridekon / deKoning Farms Averi Jury Neepawa Veterinary Clinic Jason Schultz MNP Neepawa Ashley Dyke Stride Credit Union Eric Schultz Rocky Mountain Equipment Sadie Sawchuk

Grand Champion Steer Madisyn Robertson - Neepawa

BUYER Pennos Machining & McKay Charolais TIC Parts & Service Nu Era Seeds Farmery Estate Brewing Co. Ken Beatty Farms Ltd. Integra Tire Dobson Yard Care Sunrise Credit Union Clay-Mar Farms Ltd Brydges & Taylor Vet. Clinic Cando Rail Service Masterfeeds & Total Farm TIC Parts & Service DAM Cattle Buyers

4-H MEMBER Carson Baker (Progeny) Sveinna Bjarnarson (Progeny) Eric Schultz (Progeny) Chet Woychyshyn Brooklyn Hedley (Progeny) Easton Paterson (Progeny) Meredith Erven Rylee Paterson Shayla Woychyshyn (Progeny) Rylee Paterson (Progeny) Sierra Inglis (Progeny) Chance Inglis Zane Finlay Zane Finlay (Progeny)

Reserve Grand Champion Steer Brooklyn Hedley - Erickson

Special Thank You to Supporters of the Neepawa 4-H Fat Stock Association Scholarship & Cow Paddy Bing Buyers:

Mitch & Angela Hutton • DK Farms • Neepawa 4-H Beef Club • Neepawa Veterinary Clinic • Shane Saler Trucking • KYR Farms Ltd. • Erickson 4-H Beef Club • McLaughlin GM • Kerri Butler • Rapid City 4-H Beef Club • Masterfeeds Brandon • Bootsman Family • John’s Electric Ltd. • Leslie Woywoda-Barnett • Clayton Farms • Eldorado Farms • Northstar Insurance & Real Estate Cattle Show Judges: Cody Carson & Bobbi-Jo Foster; Show Ringperson: Rebecca Curle; Announcer: Richard Bramley; Show Marshalls: Jake Rawluk, Amanda Bradshaw & Geoff Paterson; Photographer: Laura Horner; Show Clerk: Diana van de Langemheen; Caterer: Cut-Rite Meats (Heather Lavich), Carberry; Stall Judge: Bob Durston; Ken Dalgliesh, Beautiful Plains Ag Society. Assisting with the sale of steers: Tyler Slawinski, Auctioneer; Gladstone Auction Mart & Tara Fulton (online sale platform); Keith Cleaver, Ringman; Brad Delgaty, Ringman; Cut-Rite Meats, Carberry; Smile-Pinoy Foods, Gladstone; Oak River Meats, Oakridge Meats, McCreary; DAM Cattle Buyers, Doug Mowat; Heartland Livestock Brandon; Doug Finlay; Tim Baker Platinum Sponsors Cut-Rite Meats (Carberry); Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op Ltd; RM Rosedale; Richardson Pioneer (Minnedosa); Stride Credit Union (Neepawa) Gold Sponsors Brookside Angus (Brookdale); Neepawa Banner & Press; New Rosedale Feedmill (Portage); Redferns (Neepawa/Minnedosa); Ritchie Brothers; Royal Canadian Legion Ladies – Neepawa Branch; Shur-Gro Farm Services (Neepawa) Silver Sponsors Brydges and Taylor Veterinary Hospital Ltd; Dallas and Lynne Johnston; Farmery Estate Brewery; Greenbush Angus (Baker family); Hardrock Land and Cattle Ltd. (Robertson family); Neepawa Veterinary Clinic; Rainkie’s Sewage Bronze Sponsors Archie McNair Memorial; Bank of Montreal (Neepawa); Beautiful Plains Ag. Society; Lois Thompson-Hudon Memorial – FCC Neepawa; Chicken Chef Restaurant (Neepawa); Clare Larson Memorial (Erickson 4-H Club); Dan Mazier MP; Diamond Water (Neepawa); D & G Enterprises (Franklin); Erickson 4H Beef Club; Gladstone Veterinary Clinic (1997); Greg Nesbitt MLA; Heartland Livestock Service (Brandon); Hedley Livestock (Rapid City); JAS Red Angus (Doug and Jason McLaren, Neepawa); JMB Charolais (Brookdale); Keystone Simmental Association; Little Valley Livestock (Rapid City); McManus Simmentals (Minnedosa); Midnight Metals (Minnedosa); Penno’s Machining and Manufacturing; Petro-Canada Farm Center – MAR-DEE Ent. (Neepawa); Rapid City 4H Beef Club; RM North Cypress-Langford; Rosling Farms (Gladstone); Total Farm Supply (Brandon) The winner of $2919 in our Progressive 50/50 Draw was Marla Steen, Neepawa

Erickson, Neepawa & Rapid City Clubs 4-H Fat Stock Show Results Twenty-seven 4-H members from the Erickson, Neepawa & Rapid City 4-H clubs enthusiastically returned in person for their interclub show and sale on July 6, 2022. For many members it was their first time in the show ring. Thank you to all that supported by sponsoring, attending, bidding and buying. Adult Grooming: (Sponsored by Neepawa 4-H Fat Stock) 1. Shayla Woychyshyn (E) Senior Grooming (Sponsored by Neepawa Vet Clinic) 1. Madisyn Robertson (N); 2. Brooklyn Hedley (E), 3. Eric Schultz (N); 4. Carson Baker (N); 5. Ashley Dyke (N); 6. Shellby Dafoe (N); 7. Rylee Paterson (E); Intermediate Grooming (Sponsored by Brydges & Taylor Vet Hospital Ltd.) 1. Sveinna Bjarnarson (N); 2. Keegan Dyke (N); 3. Quinn Sawchuk (N); 4. Sierra Inglis (R); 5. Jason Schultz (N); 6. Zane Finlay (R); 7. Meredith Erven (E) Junior Grooming: (Sponsored by Lois ThompsonHudon Memorial FCC Neepawa) 1. Summer Sawchuk (N); 2. Morgan Dyke (N); 3. Averi Jury (N); 4. Easton Paterson (E); 5. Chance Inglis (R); 6. Signe Erven (E); 7. Kaleb Bootsman (R) Cloverbud Grooming: 1. Kooper Jury (N); 2. Breelee Bootsman (R); 3. Chet Woychyshyn (E); 4. Sadie Sawchuk (N); 5. Macy Nernberg (R) Adult Showmanship (Sponsored by Neepawa 4-H Fat Stock) 1. Shayla Woychyshyn (E) Senior Showmanship (Sponsored by Royal Bank of Neepawa): 1. Brooklyn Hedley (E); 2. Madisyn Robertson (N); 3. Rylee Paterson (E); 4. Ashley Dyke (N); 5. Shellby Dafoe (N); 6. Eric Schultz (N); 7. Carson Baker (N) Intermediate Showmanship (Sponsored by PetroCanada Farm Center, operated by Mar-Dee Enterprises, Neepawa) 1. Sveinna Bjarnarson (N); 2. Sierra Inglis (R); 3. Keegan Dyke (N); 4. Quinn Sawchuk (N); 5. Jason Schultz (N); 6. Meredith Erven (E); 7. Zane Finlay (R) Junior Showmanship (Archie McNair Memorial Trophy – Beautiful Plains Ag Society) 1. Morgan Dyke (N); 2. Summer Sawchuk (N); 3. Easton Paterson (E); 4. Kaleb Bootsman (R); 5. Averi Jury (N); 6. Chance Inglis (R); 7. Signe Erven (R) Cloverbud Showmanship (Sponsored by Penno’s Machining & Manufacturing Ltd.) 1. Breelee Bootsman (R); 2. Macy Nernberg (R); 3. Sadie Sawchuk (N); 4. Chet Woychyshyn (E); 5. Kooper Jury (N) Overall Showmanship Champion (Sponsored by Beautiful Plains Ag Society): Brooklyn Hedley, Erickson Group of Three Competition (Sponsored by Neepawa 4-H Fat Stock Association) Steers: 1. Erickson (E); 2. Neepawa (N); 3. Rapid City (R) Heifers: 1. Neepawa (N), 2. Erickson (E); 3. Rapid City (R) Team Grooming Competition (Sponsored by Greenbush Angus – Tim, Wendy, Cora & Carson Baker & Hardrock Land & Cattle Co. Ltd. – Paul, Dalyse & Madisyn Robertson) 1. Sierra Inglis (R); Summer Sawchuk (N); Meredith Erven (E); 2. Brooklyn Hedley (E); Breelee Bootsman (R); 3. Jason Schultz (N); 3. Rylee Paterson (E); Chet Woychyshyn (E); Keegan Dyke (N); 4. Eric Schultz (N); Morgan Dyke (N); Quinn Sawchuk (N); 5. Sveinna Bjarnarson (N); Averi Jury (N); Zane Finlay (R); 6. Madisyn Robertson (N), Shellby Dafoe (N); Signe Erven (E); 7. Shayla Woychyshyn (E); Kooper Jury (N); Chance Inglis (R); 8. Carson Baker (N); Sadie Sawchuk (N); Kaleb Bootsman (R); 9. Ashley Dyke (N); Macy Nernberg (R); Easton Paterson (E) Future 4-H Member (Sponsored by Stride Credit Union) 1. Benson Bootsman (R) Beginning Beef Project (Sponsored by D & G Enterprises, Franklin) Champion: Chet Woychyshyn (E) Reserve Champion: Breelee Bootsman (R) 3. Macy Nerberg (R); 4. Kaleb Bootsman (R) Angus Yearling Heifers (Sponsored by Brookside Angus – Derrick Pilatic, Brookdale) Champion: Carson Baker (N)

Reserve Champion: Sveinna Bjarnarson (N) 3 Keegan Dyke (N); 4. Shellby Dafoe (N) Simmental Yearling Heifers (Sponsored by Neepawa Veterinary Clinic Ltd.) Champion: Brooklyn Hedley (E) Reserve Champion: Eric Schultz (N) 3. Quinn Sawchuk (N); 4. Summer Sawchuk (N); 5. Zane Finlay (R) Shorthorn Yearling Heifers (Sponsored by Little Valley Livestock – Inglis Family, Rapid City) Champion: Sierra Inglis (R) Reserve Champion: Rylee Paterson (E) Yearling Heifer Class (other breeds, Sponsored by Midnight Metalworks, Minnedosa) Champion: Madisyn Robertson (N) Reserve Champion: Sadie Sawchuk (N) 4-H Progeny Female Class (Sponsored by McManus Simmentals) Champion: Chance Inglis (R); Reserve Champion: Brooklyn Hedley (E); 3. Easton Paterson (E); 4. Shayla Woychyshyn (E); 5. Rylee Paterson (E) Best Homegrown Yearling Heifer (open to the highest placing yearling heifer in each of the classes, Sponsored by Chicken Chef, Neepawa): Eric Schultz (N) Grand Champion Yearling Heifer (Trophy: Clare Larson Memorial, donated by Erickson 4-H Club; Banner donated by the Neepawa Banner & Press; Rosette donated by Stride Credit Union Neepawa): Brooklyn Hedley (E) Reserve Grand Champion Yearling Heifer (Banner donated by Gladstone Veterinary Clinic; Rosette donated by Stride Credit Union – Neepawa): Madisyn Robertson (N) Two-Year Old Females with own calf at foot (Banner donated by Hedley Livestock; Rosette donated by Stride Credit Union – Neepawa) Champion: Eric Schultz (N) Reserve Champion: Brooklyn Hedley (E) 3. Sveinna Bjarnarson (N) Supreme Champion Female Class: (open to the top two heifers in the beginning beef class, Champion & Reserve Champion Yearling Heifer and Champion & Reserve Champion Two-Year Old with calf) Champion (Banner donated by JAS Red Angus – Neepawa; Rosette donated by Stride Credit Union – Neepawa): Eric Schultz (N) Reserve Champion (Banner donated by JMB Charolais – Brookdale and Rosette donated by Stride Credit Union – Neepawa): Brooklyn Hedley (E) Keystone Simmental Association Award (presented to the highest gaining Simmental influence steer): Chet Woychyshyn (E) Market Steer Classes (Rosettes donated by Stride Credit Union – Neepawa) Split 1 (1057 – 1282 lbs) 1. Summer Sawchuk (N); 2. Chance Inglis (R); 3. Sadie Sawchuk (N); 4. Zane Finlay (R); 5. Rylee Paterson (E) Split 2 (1297 – 1351 lbs) 1. Brooklyn Hedley (E); 2. Carson Baker (N); 3. Eric Schultz (N); 4. Meredith Erven (E); 5. Ashley Dyke (N) Split 3 (1354 – 1432 lbs) 1. Morgan Dyke (N); 2. Quinn Sawchuk (N); 3. Chet Woychyshyn (E); 4. Jason Schultz (N); 5. Kooper Jury (N) Split 4 (1483 – 1570 lbs) 1. Madisyn Robertson (N); 2. Sveinna Bjarnarson (N); 3. Averi Jury (N); 4. Keegan Dyke (N) Progeny Steer Class (open to steers born to a female previously shown as a 4-H heifer project – weights 990 lbs to 1393 lbs): 1. Eric Schultz (N); 2. Brooklyn Hedley (E); 3. Carson Baker (N); 4. Sierra Inglis (R); 5. Sveinna Bjarnarson (N); 6. Rylee Paterson (E); 7. Easton Paterson (E); 8. Zane Finlay (R); 9. Shayla Woychyshyn (E) Best Homegrown Steer Class (open to the highest placing homegrown steer from each steer weight class plus first place from the progeny steer class. Trophy and belt buckle donated by Dallas & Lynne Johnston – Brookdale): Madisyn Robertson (N) Grand Champion Market Steer (top two steers from

each weight class and progeny class; Trophy donated by Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op Ltd., Banner donated by Neepawa Banner & Press, Rosette donated by Stride Credit Union – Neepawa): Madisyn Robertson (N) Reserve Grand Champion Market Steer (Banner donated by Heartland Livestock Services Brandon, Rosette donated by Stride Credit Union – Neepawa): Brooklyn Hedley (E) Stall Competition (clubs judged on cleanliness of stalls and animals, cooperation of members and judges overall impression): 1. Rapid City; 2. Neepawa; 3. Erickson

Supreme Champion Female Eric Schultz - Neepawa

Reserve Champion Female & Reserve Champion Two-Year Old Brooklyn Hedley - Erickson

Champion Yearling Heifer & Champion Simmental Yearling Heifer Brooklyn Hedley - Erickson

Reserve Champion Yearling Female & Champion Mixed Breeds Female Madisyn Robertson - Neepawa

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Grand Champion Steer Madisyn Robertson - Neepawa

Reserve Grand Champion Steer Brooklyn Hedley - Erickson

Special Thank You to Supporters of the Neepawa 4-H Fat Stock Association Scholarship & Cow Paddy Bing Buyers:

Supreme Champion Female Eric Schultz - Neepawa

Reserve Champion Female & Reserve Champion Two-Year Old Brooklyn Hedley - Erickson

Champion Yearling Heifer & Champion Simmental Yearling Heifer Brooklyn Hedley - Erickson

Reserve Champion Yearling Female & Champion Mixed Breeds Female Madisyn Robertson - Neepawa

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Minnedosa Agricultural Society Fair

It was a return to form for the Minnedosa Agricultural Society as it held its annual fair on Saturday, July 16 and Sunday July 17. The 2020 and 2021 events were each cancelled due to COVID-19. This year, they made up for that lost time with many features, including a Iight horse show, as well as the draft and heavy horse show. The display building also showcased an array horticultural related displays.

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Ron Cornell wins Hot bats power Plumas Pirates Minnedosa to win over Neepawa Cubs Senior Open

By Eoin Devereux

Neepawa Banner & Press

A solid effort on the final few holes propelled Ron Cornell to the top tier at the Minnedosa Golf & Country Club’s (MGCC) 2022 Senior Open. The Brandonite scored a solid 74 (+2), on the course on Monday, July 18, to claim the Championship Flight. Cornell and Jamie Stone, who finished in second place, both shot 74 for the day. The event winner was decided through the countback system. A countback compares the players’ scores over a range of holes, starting with the back 9 holes. The scores are compared and the best score wins. If players are still tied, the scores are compared using the next criteria. This repeats until the order of the tied players has been found.

The flight results include: Championship Flight: 1st place-Ron Cornell (74); 2nd place-Jamie Stone (74); 3rd place-Dan Bailey (78). Second F light: 1st place-Ron Reid (85); 2nd place-Jeff McManus (85); 3rd place-Kevin Quesnel (85). Third Flight: 1st placeBrent Younger (90); 2nd place-Jim Dowsett (90); 3rd place-Bill Johnson (90). Fourth F light: 1st place-Don Evenson (96); 2nd place-Grant McKellvey (96); 3rd place- Grant Babcock (96). The next major event for the Minnedosa Golf & Country Club was the Senior Ladies Open, which was scheduled for July 21 (After the Banner & Press publication deadline). The MGCC Championship will take place Aug. 6 and 7.

Top-15 overall finish for Delaloye at MB Junior Championship By Eoin Devereux

Neepawa Banner & Press

A solid three rounds of golf propelled Neepawa’s Hayden Delaloye into a top-15 finish overall at the 100th annual Manitoba Junior Boys Championship. The teen golfer, who competes out of the Neepawa Golf & Country Club, shot a combined total of 234 (+18) over the course of the three day event, which was held in Winnipeg. He shot a round of 81 on the first day, a 75 on day two and a 78 for the third and final round.

Those numbers placed Delaloye in a sixth place tie in the 15-16 age category. Grady Chuback of the St. Charles Country Club, who was the host of the tournament, won the age group. The overall championship was won by Braxton Kuntz, of the Breezy Bend Country Club, who shot a three day total of 203 (67-72-64). This is the second straight year that the 18-year-old has won the honour. Delaloye finished 15th in the overall standings, out of a field of 55 golfers from across the province.

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The weather isn’t the only thing that’s been hot as of late, as the Plumas Pirates are heating up at the plate at just the right time. The team scored an impressive 14 runs on Tuesday, July 19, on the way to a 14-6 win over the Neepawa Cubs. The victory gives the Pirates a 1-game-to-0 series lead over Neepawa in this semi-f inal ser ies. The game stats were unavailable before t he Ba nner & Press publication deadline. The win also continued P lu m a s’s t r emendou s playoff run, as they had swept the Austin A’s in a play-in series 2-gamesto-0. The next game in the Neepawa/Plumas series

PHOTO BY CASPER WEHRHAHN

Plumas batters powered the Pirates to an impressive 14-6 over the Neepawa Cubs on Tuesday, July 19.

will be played on Wednesday, July 27 in Neepawa. Game three, if necessary, will follow on Friday, July 29 in Plumas.

In the other Santa Clara League semi-final series, the Portage Padres completely overpowered the Carberr y Royals 16 -1.

As of the Banner & Press publication deadline no dates for games 2 or 3 in that series had yet to be announced.

The beef is back!

Submitted Manitoba Youth Beef Roundup

Manitoba Youth Beef Round Up is back! We couldn’t be more excited. With Manitoba hosting a number of junior shows this summer, we are humbled and thankful for the juniors choosing to participate in our event! From Saturday, July 30 to Monday, Aug. 1, the Beautiful Plains Ag Society will be home to 50 enthusiastic juniors (under the age of 25) and up and coming industry leaders! The Round Up committee prides this show for its friendly competition, skill building workshops, and laying the foundation for industry connections. Whether you are a commercial, purebred, 4-H or new junior, you are welcome to attend! For those wanting to check out our event, youth development workshops will take place throughout Saturday and Sunday. Events hosted will be a new stock dog clinic with Barry Breemersch, an AI clinic, Judging Clinics for Multiple Species, as well as competitions such as Team Grooming, Team Judging, Public Speaking and the famous fun-filled

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cook-off! The cattle confirmation classes and showmanship will take place Monday, with showmanship starting at 10:00 a.m. and confirmation starting at 1:00 p.m. This is followed by a fantastic supper! We encourage you to come by and check it out, and who knows, maybe next year you will take part in the fun-filled weekend that is Manitoba Youth Beef Round Up! Please note this is our 15th year hosting this event. We’ve had incredible sponsors from day one, and we would like to thank them for all they do; it wouldn’t be possible without them! See you July 30 to Aug. 1 2022 in Neepawa, Manitoba! 21042AL0

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Heads up, look who’s back home Here and there

A positive end this week to a situation in Minnedosa, involving a recently vandalized piece of art. The sculpture outside Inspire Studio on Main Street, aptly named Art, had been damaged a n d i t s h e a d t a ke n . For t una te l y, M ar lie s Soltys, owner of Inspire Studio and creator of Art, shared on social media that the head has been returned. In her post, Soltys thanked the perpetrator for stepping up and ultimately doing the right thing. She also thanked the community for the outpouring of k indnes s dur ing t he ordeal.

By Gladwyn Scott Neepawa Banner & Press

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Carberry/North CypressLangford joint council meeting By Gladwyn Scott Neepawa Banner & Press Excerpts from the June joint council meeting in the NCL council chambers with Reeve Adriaansen in the chair. • Discussed transfer station issues. Roll out bins are emptied three times weekly, due to contractor’s use. To be further discussed at the next meeting. • Discussed back up community

hall generator. A 60 kw unit may be obtained. • Granted use of the old Town Hall basement free of charge for Ukrainian folks’ meetings and training. • Discussed duties of weed supervisor. • Summer camp staff and students complete. • Splash Pad fundraiser was $4,000. Donations in memory of Kalena Green were $3,000. • The Health Action Committee met

with Prairie Mountain CEO, Brian Schoonbaert, to solve some issues. • The Fire Department served 770 breakfasts. • Paint, aerosols and batteries can be left at the transfer station. • New handivan rates have increased to 70 cents per km. Trips to Brandon and Neepawa are $50, to Winnipeg is $200, and in town is $6 to $8.

COVID-19 vaccine availability expanded to children 6 months to four years old Submitted

Government of Manitoba

Manitoba Health is expanding COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to include children ages six months to four years. This follows federal approval of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for children in this age group, as well as clinical guidance from the National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI). There are approximately 76,700 children in Manitoba in this age group. Vaccine supplies will initially be limited, with 14,900 doses in the first delivery. As a result, Manitoba is prioritizing the vaccine for children

who have certain medical conditions including: • Chronic lung disease; • Airway abnormalities; • Congenital or chronic heart or circulatory diseases; • Moderately to severely immunocompromised due to a medical condition or treatment; • Neurologic disorders (including developmental delay); • Diabetes, chronic kidney disease, or any chronic disease related to premature birth; or • Are First Nations, Inuit or Métis, regardless of where they live. The vaccine is a twodose series and the recom-

mended interval between doses is eight weeks. Parents and caregivers of eligible children can begin booking appointments on Monday, July 25 at 8:00 a.m., using the online vaccine finder or through the vaccine call centre at (toll-free) 1-844-626-8222 (1-844-MAN-VACC).

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• Carberry Collegiate is in the process of creating an outdoor classroom at the southeast corner of the school. The 20 by 30 foot cement base has been constructed under the guidance of staff members Gary Salmon and Scott Brown. Financial support for the new classroom is from Youth in Philanthropy and the Carberry & Area Community Foundation. A pergola will be added to protect the students from the elements and will be completed this summer. • Each RJ Waugh classroom took ownership of their own f lower box this spring. They planned what would go in their box– f lowers, vegetables, shrubs. Their teacher purchased the plants and together, they planted and maintained their boxes. Enjoy the beautiful creations all summer long! If you happen to pass by in July or August, stop in and pull some weeds or dead head some f lowers. • The Carberry Elks #466 want to thank all who supported them during the 2022 Fair Days by working in the booth during the three days, attending the Sunday breakfast, and purchasing tickets on the utility shed (won by Geoff Davison, Carberry). Thanks also to Cut Rite Meats (Carberry), McCain’s (Carberry), Simplot (Portage), Spud City Food Mart (Carberry), and Acadia Colony (Carberry) for their tremendous support. Special thanks to Tanya, Anatassia and Natasha, the three ladies from Ukraine who worked all three days in the booth. • In Prairie Mountain Golf League action, Dauphin has dropped out and Carberry will host Glenboro in their final game. The top four teams will play off in Minnedosa during late July. • As a long time sports enthusiast, I was disappointed to learn that the Santa Clara League All-Stars had withdrawn from the Provincial Senior All-Star tournament in Morden July 15 to 17. The organizers had to change the draw from six to four teams with the winner qualifying for the 2023 Westerns. This tournament’s issues have been ongoing, with quality players opting out and teams wanting to rest their pitchers for league playoffs. Maybe the tournament is now redundant. British Columbia never plays unless it’s in BC. The Stonewall Blue Jays/Winnipeg League went to Nanaimo and Victoria, but BC never showed when Stonewall hosted. BC also did not come to Baldur when they hosted and won the Westerns. Yet, Darrick Jones was the MVP when the Regals/Border West won out in Peace River. Just ask Mike Johnson, who drove the Hutterite van for the Regals to Peace River. As a long time organizer, I was more interested in participation than shutting down more than 30 teams in mid-July. • Hopefully the Neepawa Cubs, the Santa Clara League pennant winners, who are allowed to pick up three to four players, will put on a good show at Rivers Aug. 5 to 7 at the Provincials. Santa Clara League playoffs are underway, as Portage Padres played the Carberry Royals July 18 and 20, while Neepawa meets Plumas in the other semi-final. Plumas eliminated Austin in two straight games, 6-5 and 3-0.

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Alanon meetings currently being held at 342 Mountain Ave, Neepawa - Old Co-op Store. Tuesdays at 7 pm. Call 204-841-2192 _____________________ Alcoholics Anonymous meetings currently being held at 342 Mountain Ave, Neepawa, Thursdays at 7 pm. Call 204841-0002 _____________________ Arden Hall, cap. 255. Park, camping and sports facilities, rink, curling ice, kitchen and lounge. Call 204-368-2202

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Thank You I wish to thank all the family and friends who helped make my beloved June’s memorial service so warm and friendly. I also want to thank all of the honorary pallbearers and give special thanks to Lynne Betteridge, Wendy Spraggs, Barb Hanishewski, Barb Flurry, Ken Betteridge, White’s Funeral Home and Rev. Chad McCharles for his well-chosen words. The boys and I could never have imagined all the friends June touched. With all my love, God bless each and every one of you. Jim Robinson Patrick, Danny & Karen, Cory & Hannah, Kelsey, Parker, Joey, Sawyer, and Colt.

Obituary Kenneth Lloyd Butterfield

Kenneth Butterfield of McCreary, MB passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2020 at the age of 83 years. A celebration of Kenneth's life will be held on Saturday, July 23, 2022 at 2:00 pm in the McCreary Community Centre, McCreary, Manitoba Should friends so desire, donations may be made in memory of Kenneth to the Activities Department at the McCreary/Alonsa Personal Care Home, Box 250, McCreary, MB, R0J 1B0 or to the Parkinson's Society of Manitoba, 414 Westmount Drive, Winnipeg, MB, R2J 1P2 Sneath-Strilchuk -McCreary Chapel 204-835-2004 • www.sneathstrilchuk.com

Harold Norman Flatt

September 10, 1930 – July 17, 2022 It is with deep sadness the family announces the passing of Harold Norman Flatt, age 91 years, of Plumas, MB. Harold was predeceased by his parents George and Eleanora Flatt, wife of 43 years Arlene, brother-in-laws Phillip Mauthe and George Bohn. He will be deeply missed by his children, son Gary (Penny) of Winnipeg, son Terry of Windsor, ON, daughter Jo-Ann (Robert) of Winnipeg, sister Alice Bohn of Neepawa, sister Irene Mauthe of Winnipeg, sister-in-law Gail (Harold) Single of Glenella. By his six Grandchildren, Stacey, Dwayne, Christopher, Kyle, Sabrina, Luke and eight great grandchildren, plus many nieces, nephews, and friends. A Celebration of Life service will be held Thursday, July 28th @ 11:00 am at Christ Lutheran Church, Waldersee, MB. Pastor Jim Vickers and Deacon Hilde will be officiating. In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Christ Lutheran Church Memorial Fund (Waldersee) or to a charity of your choice. Clarke’s Funeral Home MacGregor ~ Gladstone in care of arrangements.

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Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF the Estate of CAMERON ANGUS McASKILL, late of the Postal District of Gladstone, in the Province of Manitoba, Retired, Deceased. ALL CLAIMS against the above Estate, duly verified by Statutory Declaration, must be filed with the undersigned at Box 940, Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, R1N 3C4, within fifteen (15) days of the date of publication. DATED at the City of Portage la Prairie, in the Province of Manitoba, this 18th day of July, 2022. CHRISTIANSON TDS, Solicitors for the Administrator

RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF ROSEDALE FOR SALE BY TENDER Lot 3, Block 4, Plan 545 – Roll 47800 & 47900 in the Village of Kelwood The Council of the R. M. of Rosedale is accepting bids for the purchase of the lots in the Village of Kelwood as listed above. • Building construction must commence within one year of purchase of property. • The successful bidder is required to have all permits (building) in place with the Neepawa & Area Planning District prior to the work commencing • Purchaser to pay all legal and transfer costs. Young Ave

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Please contact the municipal office at 204-476-5414 or email rosedale@mts.net for more information. The R.M. of Rosedale must receive written bids by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 10, 2022. Highest or any bid not necessarily accepted. Tenders must be submitted to: R.M. of Rosedale Box 100, Neepawa, MB. R0J 1H0

Coming Events Manitoba Youth Beef Roundup 2022 We are Back July 30, 31 and August 1.

Beautiful Plains Ag Society Fairgrounds, Neepawa.

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Town of Carberry PUBLIC NOTICE West End Sewer Expansion PROPOSED BY-LAW NO. 10/2022 The Council of the Town of Carberry has scheduled a public hearing in the Council Chambers at 44 Main Street on Tuesday, August 9th, 2022 at 7:05 pm to present the following borrowing proposal. • For the purpose of a sewer system expansion, including a lift station, in the west end of the Town of Carberry, to allow for community growth through a new residential subdivision. • The estimated total cost of the project is $700,000 • The amount to be borrowed is $400,000 by way of debenture • Other funding sources include: o The Future Infrastructure Development Reserve $98,000 o Sewer System Reserve - $202,000 • The maximum anticipated interest rate is 6.5% for 5 years, with a repayment schedule of approximately $96,254 per year • Repayment will be made through the Town’s Annual Gas Tax funds, with any shortfall due to reduced funding to come from Rates of Taxation through the General Mill Rate At the hearing, Council will hear any potential taxpayer who wishes to make a presentation, ask questions or register an objection to the proposal. Further information/inquiries / copies of the proposal are available at the municipal office located at 44 Main Street, Carberry. Dated at the Town of Carberry, this 19th day of July, 2022, and issued pursuant to Section 169(6) of The Municipal Act. Grady Stephenson Chief Administrative Officer Town of Carberry

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Turtle River School Division

Notice is hereby given that a copy of the VOTERS LIST may be revised at: 808 Burrows Road on Monday to Friday between the hours of 9:00 am and 4:00 pm. At this time the Senior Election Official (S.E.O.) will be available to update the voters list by: (a) adding the names of voters who are entitled to have their names on the list; (b) deleting the names of persons who are not entitled to have their names on the list; and (c) making such other correction of errors to the list as required. VOTER ELIGIBILITY: A person is eligible to have his or her name added to the Voters List if he or she is: 1) a Canadian citizen and at least 18 years of age on election day; and 2) a resident of the local authority for at least six months prior to election day. FOR PERSONAL SECURITY APPLICATION PROTECTION: A voter may apply in writing to the S.E.O. (at the address/ fax number below) no later than September 20, 2022 to have his/her name and other personal information omitted or obscured from the voters list in order to protect the voter’s personal security. The application may be submitted in person, by mail or fax and must include your name, address and include proof of identity. All changes to the voters list must be completed on or before September 20, 2022. Dated at the village of McCreary in the Province of Manitoba, on July 14, 2022. Shannon Desjardins Senior Election Official (S.E.O.) Turtle River School Division Box 309, 808 Burrows Avenue Phone (204) 835-2067 Fax (204) 835-2426

Stop by and check out the work of these Junior Livestock Producers July 31 - Judging workshops and Team Grooming August 1 - Showmanship at 10am and Cattle Show 1pm Everyone is welcome to attend. www.mbyouthbeefroundup.weebly.com

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Insurance Broker/Trainee We’re seeking a full time Insurance Representatives to help grow our branch in Ste Rose du Lac, Manitoba. If you want to be part of a growing organization striving to provide personalized customer experiences and a career with immediate potential for growth and promotion, keep reading! No insurance experience, no problem! We offer paid education for our employees working toward a license to sell insurance and further their education. The insurance industry offers stable employment with opportunity for advancement and paths to a variety of diverse roles and responsibilities. Role & Responsibilities • Building strong relationships with clients, insurance companies and the community. • Engaging with clients to understand their unique needs and provide a personalized customer experience. • Collaborating with management and colleagues to ensure clients are made aware of new products, services or technology offered to meet their insurance needs. • Participating in ongoing education and development, with a commitment to obtaining the required courses and product training. Education & Experience • Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent • 2 years of customer service or insurance experience an asset • Completion or working toward a CAIB designation is an asset • Must demonstrate consistent accuracy and attention to detail Benefits We offer competitive compensation, benefits, RRSPs, flexible work schedule and education opportunities. Our brokerage is dedicated to generating a highquality client experience by a team that is dedicated and engaged. We have an eye on the future with new and exciting ways to meet customer demand. How to Apply If you are interested, please send your resumé to careers@andrewagencies.com. Thank you to all who apply. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. About Andrew Agencies Ltd. Andrew Agencies Ltd. was established in 1913 as a general insurance agency. Since that time, we have grown into a fullservice insurance and financial services firm, operating 22 locations in Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta, and employing over 130 staff. Learn more at andrewagencies.com. Toll Free: 1-800-799-8010 | www.andrewagencies.com

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Help Wanted TURKO FARMS

Looking for a full-time farm employee Must be willing to work long hours in busy seasons Farm experience preferred Attendance and punctuality mandatory Must be able to work well with others & follow instructions Competitive starting wage Please call 204.841.3042 or email resumes to tarasturko@hotmail.com

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HERITAGE CO-OP is accepting applications for a Administration Clerk (1-year term, 40 hours per week) This position will be based out of our Administration Office located in Minnedosa, MB. Process close date: July 26, 2022 Apply by visiting our job board at www.heritageco-op.crs

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Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op is hiring

Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op is hiring a

FULL TIME & SEASONAL DRIVER SALES REP

Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op is hiring

FULL TIME FLOOR COVERING CLERK

at our HOME & FARM CENTRE in NEEPAWA, MANITOBA. Who we are: Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at www.neepawagladstoneco-op.crs We are looking for: Duties to include, but not limited to, customer service, processing customer transactions, stocking, merchandising, product knowledge and general housekeeping duties. This position is located in our flooring department. Qualifications: • Excellent customer service skills • Highly motivated and ability to multi-task • Strong interpersonal and communication skills • Class 5 driver’s license • Ability to operate a Forklift (training will be available) • Must be available to work a variety of shifts including days and Saturdays • Will require some heavy lifting and manual labour. • Previous flooring experience would be an asset but not required Application Deadline: Immediately At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we are working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work. We offer career advancement opportunities, competitive compensation, benefits package, company matched pension plan and learning/ development opportunities. Apply online at www.neepawagladstoneco-op.crs or contact us at s.fluker@neepawagladstonecoop.com for more information. Scan the QR Code to be directed to the job posting.

at our BULK PETROLEUM DEPARTMENT in NEEPAWA, MANITOBA. Who we are: Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at www.neepawagladstoneco-op.crs We are looking for: An individual with the following qualifications: - Excellent customer service skills - Highly motivated and ability to multitask - Strong interpersonal and communication skills - Must be mechanically inclined and be able to perform heavy lifting - Class 3 Driver’s license with Air Endorsement required - Petroleum knowledge would be an asset but not required Reporting directly to the Petroleum Division Manager, duties will include, but not limited to; customer service, processing customer transactions, product knowledge, maintaining and finding new farm contacts, petroleum acquisition in the trading area, inventory control, merchandising, perform direct sales calls and general Occupational Health and Safety responsibilities. We offer career advancement opportunities, competitive compensation, benefits package, company matched pension plan and learning/ development opportunities. Application Deadline: Immediately Apply online at www.neepawagladstoneco-op.crs or contact us at s.fluker@neepawagladstonecoop.com for more information. Scan the QR Code to be directed to the job posting.

SEASONAL AGRO DRIVERS

at our AGRO CENTRE’S in NEEPAWA & GLADSTONE, MANITOBA. Who we are: Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at www.neepawagladstoneco-op.crs We are looking for:

CLASS 1, CLASS 3 W/AIR

Applicants must possess a valid License, and be able to provide a valid commercial driver’s abstract dated within 30 days at time of interview (if applicable). Length of employment may vary from 2-6 months.

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Spraying experience is an asset, but not required. Training available. Applicants must possess at least a Class 5 Driver’s License. Class 3 w/Air would be considered an asset; and be able to provide a valid commercial driver’s abstract dated within 30 days at time of interview (if applicable). Length of employment may vary from 2-6 months. Closing Date: when position filled. At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work. Apply online at www.neepawagladstoneco-op.crs or contact us at s.fluker@neepawagladstonecoop.com for more information or Fill out an application at either Agro locations or mail to: Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op Box 879, Neepawa, MB. R0J 1H0 Scan the QR Code to be directed to the job posting.

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Norgate history– Part 3

Ladies Aid and activities One of the other groups noted in the MMM was the Ladies Aid. Originally, it was an affiliation of the Norgate Church and was created for the purpose of church support and fellowship. Quilting was one of the favourite pastimes of those involved and served as a fundraising project for 40 years. That purpose was cast aside with the closing of the church in 1966, but still remained in 1987 as the Friendship Club. A Young People’s Group was also formed sometime in the ‘30s. It welcomed all denominations and was operated for 10 years, containing 40 or more members. General outdoor activities also had a home. Norgate had an open-air skating rink in a “treed shelter”, which was located a half mile west of “Norgate Corner”. This rink was replaced by another, positioned south of the village elevator along the railway. These rinks were a

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hot spot for activity on the ‘20s and ‘30s, with baseball, tennis and softball also being a common sight in the summer months. Pie and Box socials were also popular for evening entertainment. For a while, there was also a place to host events indoors. In 1948, the community decided that a memorial hall should be built for the community. Norgate had 52 men and women who went off to war, 12 of which did not return. Money was raised and construction began in the spring of 1949. It was completed that summer and all activities previously having to be held in the church or school were able to make their home there instead. However, once the church closed, the need for the hall also declined greatly. As a result, it was moved to Kelwood in July of 1979 to be used as a drop-in centre under the provision that any Norgate residents would have a permanent membership there. Note: This was the final instalment of this series recounting the available history of Norgate. Thanks is given once again to all those who provided photos, additional information and corrections.

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A key part to any community are its fellowship groups and the activities that go on within it. One group in particular that may be of interest is the Norgate Beef Ring. According to the 1987 McCreary Milestones and Memories (MMM) book, members of the Norgate community built a slaughterhouse near the creek on what was Irwin McLeod’s property. This occurred in around 1920 and is lauded as a creative and cooperative community solution that addressed an issue faced in those times. The Beef Ring allowed for rural residents to enjoy fresh meat from mid-May through to midOctober despite not having refrigeration. Along with having all the fittings needed for butchering, cooling and cutting, each beef ring member had a box with their name on it placed on a shelf. Those boxes were rotated weekly to assure that each member had “every cut of a half beef ” during the season. Each beef ring member would donate a two-year-old animal, with that donor being entitled to specific cuts. These were the heart, liver and tongue. Everything was kept track of, with books being tallied at the end of the season. Members who

received more meat than they contributed would be charged the difference, and those who received less than they contributed would be paid. The butcher for the Norgate Beef Ring was Frank Hill, who held the position for eight seasons. He was provided assistance at some point by his son, Les.

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The Norgate Young People’s Group from the late 1930s. Pictured from left to right, starting in the back row are: John Ross, Beatrice Brad, Mike Marciski, May MacFarlane, Dan Rooke, Eleanor and Stanley Evans, Gladys McNaughton, Tom Hills, Audrey McTavish, (unknown), Mabel Jackson, (unknown) and Mabel Foster. Middle: Russell Jackson, Molly Larkin, Denzil Gallagher, Georgina McGillivray, Jerry Moore, Ruby McKenzie, Harry McFarlane, Margaret Ross and Tom McKenzie. Front: Don McKenzie, Bob and Russell Robinson.

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Rotary makes donation Camp Day at Tim Hortons for Neepawa Middle School play structure

PHOTOS BY KIRA PATERSON

PHOTO BY KIRA PATERSON

The Neepawa Rotary Club recently made a contribution to the Neepawa Middle School’s Parent Advisory Council (PAC) for the new play structure that will be built at the middle school. Pictured from right: Rotarian Wayne Jacobsen presented a cheque for $2,500 to PAC members Heather Saquet and Leisel Milligan. While the PAC has raised enough to cover the cost of the main structure for the playground, Saquet noted that there are more expenses that additional donations, such as Rotary’s, will help pay for.

Neepawa Tim Hortons celebrated Camp Day on Wednesday, July 13, with 100 per cent of proceeds from hot and iced coffee going to support Tim H o rt o n s Fo u n d at i o n Camps. Pictured above: In front of the restaurant, volunteers from the local branches of BMO and Stride Credit Union manned the draw table, where they were raising some extra money for the cause.

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Ray Crabbe honoured by Neepawa Legion Continued from Page 1 Crabbe would later be promoted to LieutenantGeneral and appointed Deputy Chief of Defence Staff at National Defence Headquarters. Before retiring from service in 1998, he would also spend time at a posting in Norfolk, VA, with the United States Armed Forces Staff College. Post military career, Crabbe is married and he and his wife Brenda had two children and four grandchildren. He and his wife reside in East St Paul, MB. Speaking with the Banner & Press, just before the unveiling of the commemorative portrait, Lieutenant-General (Ret) Crabbe noted just how grateful he was to not only be back home, but to be honoured in this fashion. “It’s wonderful to be here, to finally be here. This has been scheduled on a few occasions, but for one reason or another it had to be postponed. Having grown up here [in Neepawa], I have a lot of friends that are here today to take part in this and a lot of family,

so I’m very pleased to be here and proud to be here,” said Lieutenant-General (Ret) Crabbe. “I still call Neepawa my home and always have.” Lieutenant-General (Ret) Ray Crabbe added that the commemoration of the cenotaph’s 100th made the day even more special, as it holds a special meaning for his family. Unveiling of commemorative portrait As for the presentation and reception at the Legion, it was presided over by Neepawa Legion board member Harvey Ebner. He thanked everyone for their attendance and support of the Legion, and then invited Ray’s brother, Darwin Crabbe to say a few words. After sharing a few remarks and stories from Darwin, it was Ray’s turn to speak. He thanked everyone for the support shown to him and his family throughout the years. He stated they were fortunate to have grown up in Neepawa, a community that “recognizes and respects what our forefathers

Lieutenant-General (Ret.) Ray Crabbe is welcomed back to Neepawa by family, friends and well wishers.

did for future generations.” Crabbe also shared a few funny, but also poignant stories of his time in Neepawa and the military, before accepting the honour on behalf of all of those who paved the way for him. The primary festivities before dinner would conclude with Agassiz MLA Eileen Clarke presenting Lieutenant-General (Ret) Crabbe with his commemorative portrait.

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Along with the commemoration for Ray Crabbe, the War Memorial cenotaph at the Beautiful Plains County Courthouse was also celebrated, as this is the 100th year since its unveiling.

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