Dylan Fiessel

The Richardson Pioneer Weyburn Red Wings took the ice for the first time against another team since April 27th as they hosted the Melville Millionaires for the first game of preseason action at the newly named Whitecap Resources Centre.  

Later this month, about 120 km southwest of Weyburn in the town of Bengough, destruction lovers and their cars will hit the track for the 2nd annual Bengough Brawl on September 20th. The Demolition Derby is put on by Palmer Automotive and the Palmer family in conjunction with the Southeast Demolition Club and numerous donations from the community. A demolition derby bringing a variety of cars and competitors will take over the Bengough Ag Society Fairgrounds for the chance at glory and cash prizes. Colton Dodd, organizer of the Bengough Brawl, explains the fun that’ll take place.  

Earlier this month, the Southeast Steelers softball team were at the Bob Van Impe Stadium in Saskatoon, SK pitting the best in Canadian softball against one another in the Softball Canada National Championship.  

It won’t be long until the snow flies and the ice freezes here in Weyburn, and the Weyburn Skating Club are getting ready for another fun year on the ice. Throughout the winter months, the skating club will help kids here in Weyburn sharpen their skating skills and registration is open for those interested. Diana Hay, marketing coordinator with the Weyburn Skating Club, says there’s programs for all levels of skaters. 

Nickle Lake Regional Park will be bustling with activity this weekend as the Weyburn Co-Ed Slo-Pitch League is hosting their annual Slo-Pitch and Cornhole tournament fundraiser. Starting with the first slo-pitch game at 6:30 P.M. this Friday evening, 14 teams will take over the three ball diamonds at Nickle Lake, all in support of the Weyburn Gymnastics Club. Carrie Nankivell, president of the Weyburn Co-Ed Slo-Pitch League, explains what’s going on and how this weekend helps sports organizations in Weyburn. 

The 5th annual Canadian National Cornhole Championships (CNCC) took place last week in Beaumont, AB featuring the best of the best when it comes to cornhole in Canada. It also featured some talent from nearly 900km southeast here in Weyburn, including Devin Furgason.  Furgason took home some hardware in the Tier 4 intermediate ranking, winning the Top Men’s Singles, Top Open Singles, and the Top 16 Singles, making him the best cornhole player in that Tier 4 Division. He also placed second in the Men’s Doubles and third in Open Doubles.

Busy might be the understatement of the century when it comes to the Weyburn Lacrosse Association lately. Lacrosse players from the Opportunity City have been all over the country testing their skills against the best in Canada’s national game. Brittany Stepp, social media marketing director with the Weyburn Lacrosse Association, talks about the Weyburn players who’ve been in action over the last couple weeks. 

Roll your way into some fun this Fall by joining Weyburn’s Youth Bowling Club (YBC). Recently announced, the YBC are firing up a youth bowling league and an adult bowling league, keeping the lanes running with excitement into the back half of 2025. Leslie Walliser, program coordinator with the YBC, says it’s a great opportunity to strike up some enjoyment. 

This weekend, Oungre Memorial Regional Park (OMRP) roughly 35 minutes south of Weyburn on Highway 35 will be full of activity as their hosting their annual Halloween in the Park, their Halloween-themed four-person Adult Golf Tournament, and a two-person Youth Golf Tournament.  

The Halloween in the Park will take place later on tonight running from 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm. Trick or treaters will dress up in their favourite costumes and head around the park, trying to fill up their bucket or even a pillowcase.  

The Richardson Pioneer Weyburn Red Wings held their AGM last night in the conference room at the Ramada by Wyndham, reflecting on last years success and planning for the upcoming year. The meeting started off with Mayor Jeff Richards providing opening remarks, including a review of last years minutes and an overview of the agenda.