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The three candidates running in Winkler's city council by-election participated in Monday night's forum organized by the Winkler and District Chamber of Commerce. Dustin Brown, Pam Fedack and Ryan Hildebrand are vying for the open seat on council.

After their bios were read, and each candidate presented their respective opening statements, they were given the opportunity to respond to questions submitted ahead of time to the Chamber. Those questions included, but were not limited to, the topics below:

- economic development

- property taxes

Each school in Western School Division has developed a School Nutrition Plan to support student learning. Each school tailor-fit their plans to meet the goals and needs of the students in each school. 

Beautiful arrangements of cheese, grapes, bread, and nuts filled the tables at a night of reflection and celebration this weekend for Youth For Christ (YFC) Morden and its supporters.  

A big crowd 

The organization held its annual fundraising event on November 15th.  

Get ready, Winkler. Sneak Peek Into Christmas is happening this Wednesday, and it’s going to be the ultimate way to kick off the holiday season. Hosted by the Winkler and District Chamber of Commerce, this cozy, community-centered event runs from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with some businesses even starting their specials earlier in the day. 

Over the weekend, the community gathered for laughs to support a particularly vulnerable portion of the population — the furry friends at Pembina Valley Humane Society (PVHS).  

Sold-out 

The Raise the Woof Comedy Night fundraiser was the highest-attended event in the 13 years that PVHS has put it on.  

The Winkler and District Chamber of Commerce will be hosting their all-candidates forum this evening at 6 pm. 

The three candidates running for Winkler City Council, and speaking at the forum will be Ryan Hildebrand, Pam Fedack, and Dustin Brown. 

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 26 of the podcast, featuring Mallory Johnson and appearance by American guest Chase Mathew, aired on the weekend of November 9th and 10th, 2024.

One vehicle was a total loss, and a second was damaged, in a Saturday afternoon vehicle fire in Winkler.

According to information released by the Winkler Fire Department, they were called to the parking lot of an apartment complex on Royal Crescent around 4:30 p.m.

When crews arrived they found one vehicle fully involved in flames, causing the vehicle beside it to catch fire as well. The blaze was extinguished by firefighters. The vehicles were not located very close to the buildings in the immediate area.

Winkler Mayor Henry Siemens reflects on Christmas lights and community spirit

Winkler’s annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony was a moment of celebration for the community, as Mayor Henry Siemens shared meaningful thoughts about the season. "When we think about it at this time of year... for children, these Christmas lights mean that it's almost time for gifts," said Siemens, reflecting on how the symbolism of lights carries different meanings for everyone. "For others, it’s the end of the year... for some, it brings a sense of hope and optimism."

"We’re still quite young, so we get a lot of enjoyment out of people discovering our business.” 

Need a specific tool to get the job done? Dead Horse Sales and Rentals can help.  

The company opened back in 2023, when owners Annie and Barry Wiebe recognized the need for a construction equipment rental company to operate within Morden. Before this time, Morden residents had to travel to Winkler to find the required gear.