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They gave it a try five years ago and it worked. They're doing it for a 5th straight year in September.

Moose Jaw's River Street Promotions is inviting you and yours to Homestand '25 where our Ross Wells Park turns into a wonderful, outdoor concert venue with world-class entertainment.

WAKEFORD

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jack Wakeford, who lived his entire life at Chaplin, Saskatchewan. Jack passed away on July 10, 2025, at the age of 79, surrounded by family and friends after a life full of hard work, laughter, and an unwavering devotion to his family and community.

Jack began his devotion to his community at the age of 14, when he helped build the Chaplin rink, the current post office and many other community structures.

PHILLIPS

The Family of LYLE OSWALD (OSSIE) PHILLIPS are saddened to announce his passing on July 10th, 2025 surrounded by family.

Dad, Papa, Great Papa had a phenomenal life and will now be reunited with Joanne, his wife of 68 years. He was very excited about meeting up with Mom so they could be together for their 73rd anniversary.

Fresh off a fantastic main stage performance at Country Thunder Saskatchewan, multi-award-winning group James Barker Band is coming to Moose Jaw!

Catch them live on Thursday, November 20th at Temple Gardens Centre as part of their Buckle Up Tour.

🎟️ Tickets go on sale Friday, July 18th at 10 AM local time at sasktix.ca.

The Regina Red Sox outscored the Moose Jaw Miller Express 9-7 in Regina last night in Western Canadian Baseball League action. Matthew Fox and hometown boy Brady Bye hit home runs for Regina. Tanner Degrazia went 2 for 4 with a home run and 3 RBI for Moose Jaw. The Miller Express have today off and will host Weyburn Beavers tomorrow.

In other WCBL east division action yesterday, the Saskatoon Berries beat Swift Current 11-6.

The City of Moose Jaw’s forestry and horticulture supervisor has confirmed 22 cases of Dutch elm disease in both private and public elm trees in the city this summer. 

The city is now in the process of having the infected trees removed as soon as possible. Letters have been sent to residents who have trees infected with Dutch elm disease on their private property. 

The City of Moose Jaw issued 18 building permits last month, worth over $4 million in new construction. 

The most significant project is a $2.75 million “primary industry building” project at 2005 Norwood Ave. 

In total, four commericial, five institutional and government, and nine residential permits were issued. 

The unemployment rate in the Moose Jaw–Swift Current region saw a significant drop in June, according to the latest data from Statistics Canada. 

The data is based on a three-month rolling average and is not seasonally adjusted. 

A new summer campaign is encouraging residents across the province to get outside, explore local heritage sites, and share their own Saskatchewan stories — using nothing more than a QR code, a smartphone, and their memories.

The Key to Cultural Heritage initiative, launched this month by the Museums Association of Saskatchewan (MAS) in partnership with Heritage Saskatchewan and Moose Jaw-based MemoryKPR, aims to spotlight cultural heritage in all its forms: architecture, museums, landscapes, language, festivals, and foodways.

Miles Petersen knows these hot, dry weeks of summer can take a toll on Saskatchewan’s ag sector.

“It’s a very stressful time of year,” he says. “I want to help out with farmers and ranchers who are lacking water in their dugouts for their cattle.”

Miles Petersen, the owner-operator of MJ Petersen Transport based in Mortlach and Kindersley , has largely built his business by hauling water for oilfield service providers. The energy industry remains key to his operation, though he sees expansion potential – and a noticeable need – for his services among area producers.