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On a sunny Saturday morning, Jesse Wirachowsky, a proud Airdronian, business owner, mother of three, and partner sits at her kitchen table, sipping coffee while listening to the laughter of her children. With a successful career as a Controller for a large company, she always knew she had a passion for business, but she also wanted to build something of her own, something that would not only support her family but also uplift the community she loves.

“We really, really appreciate every single one of our customers who have come in over the last 73 years. We’re very grateful.”

After over seven decades in business, a Moose Jaw fixture is selling shop. Nigel Gemmell, owner of Gemmell’s Shoes, invites one and all to come down to their store to shop the official Inventory Closing Out Sale.

“It’s the biggest sale we’ve ever had, and it’s going to last either until our inventory’s gone, or until we find a buyer for the business.”

The Crafted Hand in Kindersley is celebrating three years in business, and they’re celebrating by looking back on three years of growth, success, and changes.

A hairstylist from the start, owner Jen Ginther has been in the field for over 25 years, and wanted to start her own business for a long time. When the building at 100 Main Street in Kindersley went up for sale, she knew it would be the perfect fit.

“If a student comes out of that program, I am very confident that they're ready for our industry here.”

For years, Great Plains College has been working in partnership with local industries to train skilled graduates for in-demand careers. The college boasts small class sizes, high-quality instructors, lots of hands-on experience, and strong connections to employment throughout the industries they prepare students for.

With the arrival of spring in southeastern Manitoba, thoughts are turning to outdoor living spaces, and Steinbach's Skyview Landscaping is ready to turn backyard dreams into reality.

Founded and owned by Josh Fast, the company specializes in designing and installing complete outdoor environments, offering a streamlined process from initial concept to final construction. "If you can dream it, we can build it," affirms Fast. 

Airdrie residents are discovering more than just delicious subs at Firehouse Subs; they’re finding a brand deeply rooted in community and support for first responders. "Besides the wonderful food, it was the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation, which supports first responders, that was a clincher for us," says Fran Reid, a local franchisee. This commitment to Public Safety stems from the founders, two firefighting brothers, who started Firehouse Subs 30 years ago.

Can you imagine the weight of 18 tonnes of truck and 20 tonnes of excavator? 

To put this immense amount into perspective, the combined weight of the machinery is equivalent to about 22 cars. Picturing this number, however, was likely far from Sean Rickards' mind as he found himself crushed between the two pieces of equipment. 

“I was broken within a millimetre of my life,” he said afterwards.  

It might not be your typical name for a plumbing business, but “Aloha” captures exactly what co-owner and founder Julian DeJesus hopes his customers will feel about his service. 

“If I say the word ‘Aloha,’ you will feel something positive,” he says. “We want everyone to have those positive vibes.” 

Below you'll find MLA Tim McLeod's Report from the Legislature for March 27, 2025. 

The views expressed below are solely the opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official stance of Golden West.

There have been new changes at the Portage Clinic, and Executive Director Brenda Martinussen says the future of care in the Central Plains looks bright.

Clinic services are many, including a UVB booth for skin conditions, allergy testing, penicillin desensitization, EKG/ECGs, spirometry, and 24-hour blood pressure testing. Available procedures include vasectomies, toenail and wart removal, birth control implants, colposcopies, and epidural steroid injections.