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We wrapped up another amazing year of Classroom of the Month visits with a trip to Hillcrest School to celebrate Mr. Hayes’ Grade 7/8 class. The students were excited—not just for the upcoming summer break, but also to dig into their well-earned feast from KFC Estevan and the Southern Plains Co-op.

Nominations are now open for the Estevan Business Excellence Awards (EBEX), and the Estevan Chamber of Commerce's popular summer golf tournament is back in July. Executive Director Merissa Scarlett joined the SUN 102 morning show to share how these events boost local business pride — and why your input matters.

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Winsome Kind is kicking off their summer with an all-ages album release show this Sunday, June 8 at 2 p.m. at the Carlyle Community Theatre — and they joined the SUN 102 Morning Show to spread the word.

Scott and Leora stopped by the studio to talk about their brand-new album Mantras for a Magical Lifeand also treated listeners to a couple of live songs, offering a taste of what’s to come.

The Estevan Early Years Family Resource Centre (EEYFRC) is gearing up for its annual Kickoff to Summer celebration — and this year’s edition promises to be the biggest yet. Taking place on Wednesday, June 26 from 4:30 to 7:00 PM, the outdoor event offers a fun, family-friendly way to mark the last day of school, while also supporting local charities.

The celebration includes longtime favourites like bouncy castles, face painting, and a petting zoo — but 2025 brings a new feature that’s sure to grab kids’ attention: a Touch-a-Truck zone with 15 unique vehicles already confirmed.

Hillcrest Early Learning Centre is inviting families from across the community to enjoy a day of games, treats, and togetherness at its upcoming Family Fun Day on June 21. Running from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Doug Third Hall, the event doubles as a fundraiser for an improved outdoor learning environment — and promises a little something for everyone.

A successful Day of Caring and big plans for Telethon #49 have the Estevan United Way off to a strong start in 2025. Executive Director Heidi Hesselink joined the SUN 102 morning show to reflect on the energy and community involvement during Day of Caring and to share what’s coming next — including Estevan’s longest-running annual fundraiser.

You can snag yourself a sweet golfing package to 12 of the best golf courses throughout the southeast - while helping bring necessary MRI services to southeast Saskatchewan!

The “Golf the Southeast” raffle held by the St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation, which features a prize package of 12 donated golf experiences from communities across the region, will be drawn Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. at the hospital.

St. Joseph's Addiction & Recovery Centre in Estevan has been operating for five years, offering services for individuals experiencing substance use and behavioural addictions. Its approach includes therapy, healthy living supports, and opportunities for community engagement.

Kevin Smith, a long-time staff member at the centre, brings both personal and professional experience to the role. His involvement in recovery began 25 years ago.

Canada Day in Bienfait promises another jam-packed day of fun, food, music, and family-friendly activities — with a few exciting additions for 2024. Recreation Director Sarah Yoner joined SUN 102 to walk through the full lineup, from pancake breakfast to fireworks, and shared what makes this year extra special.

“We want anybody and everybody — from a 90-year-old fiddle player to a 12-year-old comedian — to get up on stage and share their talent.” — Sarah Yoner

Check out the full interview below.