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Harvest operations are slowly starting to get underway. Crop condition and staging across the Prairies is variable depending on location and rainfall patterns.

In Manitoba, early reports of swathing in canola have come in from the Interlake and Central regions, along with some winter cereals.

Oilseed Specialist Sonia Wilson put together this week's Manitoba Crop Report.

Hundreds of Shriners will soon be arriving in Moose Jaw for their Midwest Shrine Association (MSA) convention.

Local Shriner Aaron Ruston and his team have been working on this for years now and they've put the call out for volunteers. They also want to let you know there are a number of events that are open to you and your family, including what is likely to be a most spectacular parade!

You can volunteer and take a look at the agenda HERE and, have a listen to our recent visit with Shriner Ruston for more details.

** UPDATE 2**

The severe thunderstorm warning for the RM of Enfield, including Central Butte, and the RM of Eyebrow, including Eyebrow and Brownlee, has ended.

**UPDATE**

The tornado warning has ended for areas west of Moose Jaw. However, there is still a severe thunderstorm warning.

The thunderstorm warning is in effect for the RM of Enfield, including Central Butte.

**Original article**

Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a tornado warning for areas west of Moose Jaw.

Advance polls in a historic federal byelection for Alberta's Battle River-Crowfoot open today.

For the first time ever, Elections Canada says voters must fill out a blank ballot.

The agency lists a record 214 candidates running in the rural riding, with voting day on Aug. 18.

The majority are part of the Longest Ballot Committee, a protest group calling for various changes to Canada's electoral system.

Carnie's Comments

It's time for the weekly treat we call Facebook Friday! I find the best of the best.

We'll start with this one, "After months of reflection, I'm thrilled to announce that I'm giving up."

That same guy shares, "I love vacation because my money isn't real until next month...when I get my credit card statement."

I can relate to this one, "I made a huge to do list today. I just can't figure out who's going to do it."

The Moose Jaw Miller Express and the Saskatoon Berries will be heading to a third and deciding game in the first round WCBL playoff series.

The Berries won Game 2 on Thursday night at Ross Wells Park 15-6 to tie the best-of-three series up 1-1.

Saskatoon jumped out to a 13-0 lead before Moose Jaw finally got on the board in the bottom of the sixth inning. Austin Gurney hit a double to bring home Ben Waliczek. Robert Estrada then singled to score William Edwards. Gurney would score on the same play off an error by the third baseman.

The Saskatoon Berries have forced a third and deciding game in their first round playoff series with the Moose Jaw Miller Express.

Last night at Ross Wells Park, the Berries picked up a 15-6 win over Moose Jaw. Game 3 is tonight in Saskatoon.

The Canada Summer Games get underway this weekend in St. John's, Nfld. starting with baseball, basketball, box lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis and volleyball. Team Saskatchewan will have 377 athletes competing, including nine from Moose Jaw. The Games will run until Aug. 25.

The City of Moose Jaw has released its 2025 Fall & Winter Recreation Guide, offering residents a wide range of affordable membership options and activities to stay active and engaged throughout the colder months.

The guide outlines access to facilities including the Yara Centre, Kinsmen Sportsplex, and PlaMor Palace. Recreation Pass memberships provide full access to all locations and include drop-in fitness classes, public skating, swimming, and more. Monthly rates start at $38.25 for children and $64.50 for adults, with annual family passes available for $1,128.

It’s the kind of thing that makes police sigh from 1,000 feet in the air. According to the Regina Police Service, an aerial support unit recently watched from above as a man walked through the Westerra neighbourhood, going car to car to car — checking door handles. When he found one unlocked, he helped himself. Then he moved on, finding another unlocked vehicle. And on. And on.

Save big, while shopping local. The Discover Moose Jaw Online Auction begins Wednesday, August 13! 

Starting bids are just 40% of retail value, giving you the chance to score amazing deals from your favourite local businesses. 

Get ready to bid, buy and save! Here are some of the categories you can shop for on the Discover Moose Jaw Online Auction: