PembinaValley

The Rocking W. Ranch, situated in the Pembina Valley, has officially been recognized as a Century Farm, marking over 100 years of family ownership and operation. Established in 1918, the land has witnessed generations of the Wiebe family through changing times and evolving farming practices.

The Pembina Hills Arts Council is introducing a spooky new addition to its programming with the launch of a Halloween-themed event—the Haunted Gallery Tour. The gallery’s director, Jennifer Smirl, shared the excitement behind the council's inaugural event, which promises to offer a unique and eerie experience for visitors.

Get ready, gamers! Etherlan 2024 is just around the corner, promising an action-packed weekend from October 18th to 20th at The Bunker in Winkler. This annual gaming event, now in its 18th year, offers something for everyone—from video game enthusiasts to board game lovers—all while supporting a meaningful cause.

No significant rain in the region last week is allowing producers a good opportunity to finish the harvest.  

The latest crop report shows precipitation for the past week ranging from 0mm to 15.1mm at Vivian, north of Ste. Anne, Manitoba and 10.6mm at Morris.  

Funeral For:  Ben Friesen 
Funeral Date: October 18, 2024 
Ben Friesen, 84, of Lac du Bonnet passed away Sunday, October 13th at Lac du Bonnet Personal Care Home. He is survived by his partner Agnes Fiebelkorn, 2 sons Vincent and Kirby, and their families.  He was predeceased by his parents Peter and Katherine Friesen.
The funeral service for Ben Friesen will be held Friday, October 18th at 11am at Seasons Funeral Chapel, 576 Balsam Crescent, Oakbank. 
Viewing will be at the chapel prior to the service. 
Arrangements by Seasons Funeral Chapel, Oakbank. 

The Canadian Country Showcase, hosted by Courtney Fielder, airs every weekend on Saturdays at 12 PM and Sundays at 4 PM. Courtney engages in conversations with emerging country music artists and the established stars we’ve come to love, celebrating their milestones and new releases.

Episode 23 of the podcast, featuring Buck Twenty and Kendra Kay, aired on the weekend of October 12th and 13th, 2024.

After refurbishing their entire kitchen and dropping in a brand-new parking lot, the Altona Senior Centre decided to host a delicious fundraiser that is coming up on October 25th!

5:00-7:00pm you can come enjoy some delicious pulled pork on a baked potato, as per usual it's for ages 1-99 and it's completely by donation.

Ernie Buhler is the current chairman on the board of directors at The Altona Senior Centre and he stopped by the studios to share all of the details with CFAM Morning Show co-host Zack Driedger:

Manitoba has launched its flu shot campaign as the start of respiratory virus season nears in our province. 

Dr. Brent Roussin is Chief Provincial Public Health Officer. He says all Manitobans six months of age and older are encouraged to get their free influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations, noting they are currently available in many medical clinics, ACCESS centres, pharmacies, vaccine clinics, nursing stations, and through public health. 

The Miller Aces are Provincial A-AA-AAA high school girls soccer champions. Aces midfielder Lindsey Miller will join Clayton Dreger on Sportsbeat which airs Wednesdays at 5:15 p.m. on CFAM Radio 950.

Funeral For:  Bill Toews 
Funeral Date: Private 
Bill Toews, 84, of Altona formerly of Kleinstadt, passed away Thursday, October 10th at Health Sciences Centre. He is survived by his wife Margaret, 1 daughter, 2 sons, and their families. 
A private funeral service for Bill Toews will be held with burial at Hochstadt Cemetery. 
Viewing will be at Wiebe Funeral Home, Altona Wednesday, October 16th from1 to 9pm. 
Arrangements by Wiebe Funeral Home, Altona.