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Excitement is building as the Winnipeg Jets enter the playoffs, and the Southeast Event Centre is bringing people together to watch hockey on the big screen. Well, actually, big screens.

Director of Communications at the Southeast Event Centre, Michelle Sawatzky-Koop, says their screens are 15 feet tall and 45 feet wide so you can really see every pass, every check, every goal!

If it feels somewhat different to walk through the doors of Steinbach’s Pharmasave, it might be because so many faces are familiar. Or because the staff’s positive demeanor is a top-down dynamic. Or because a customer-first approach ensures each client is treated like a person, and not a number.

Or, maybe it’s a bit of everything.

“Most people don’t realize how much he was actually involved in.”

All are welcome to join South East Helping Hands at a Retirement Party hosted in honor of board chairman Hank Klassen!

After 44 years of ensuring that families in the Southeast have food to put on the table, Hank Klassen of South East Helping Hands officially retired on December 31st, 2024. Months since his departure, his absence at the organization is still bittersweet, but the gratitude for such an amazing person remains.

“When it comes to fixing auto glass, we are the best at what we do, because it’s ALL we do.”

This from Nathan Kalstrom, owner of Dedicated Auto Glass in Steinbach.

“I’ve been fixing and replacing auto glass here for twenty years,” he reveals.

Before it became Dedicated, the business at 22 Loewen Boulevard in Steinbach had been Hometown Auto Glass, where Kalstrom got his start back in 2002.

Most people have good and kind days. But for some, the kindness they show goes above and beyond, often not being recognized. That was the reason behind the annual Honour Gala, raising funds for Ste. Anne Hospital.

Marc Charrière is the Executive Director of the Ste. Anne Hospital Fund. He says this year they are honouring Sister Irène’s remarkable contributions.

Look and feel, well, cool! With a little help from SKIN Clinics’ upcoming event.

As Canada’s largest dermatologist-owned group of medical and cosmetic clinics, SKIN Clinics is proud to provide a wide range of health and beauty treatments including injectables, laser, and medical-grade skincare all across the country. Closer to home, the Steinbach branch is proud to announce their CoolSculpting® Day on Wednesday, April 9th.

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. 

“Over the last three years, we’ve distributed $1.2 million to 150 producers in the area – and we’re very excited to have this funding again for our local producers.”

This from Dani Gosselin, Program Coordinator with the Seine Rat Roseau Watershed District (SRRWD), referencing the Prairie Watershed Climate Program, which has just been renewed for another three years.

There are many reasons to look forward to HavenGroup’s annual spring fundraiser on March 27th – from delicious food, to great entertainment, to heart rending moments presented on-screen.

Stone City Coffee Roasters has grown to become a household name across the Southeast, and they couldn’t be more grateful for all the love and local support. That’s why this Friday, March 14th, they’re inviting everyone to join the celebration at the Stone City Coffee Bar inside Steinbach Sobeys.

Colleen and Jay Wohlgemuth own the small-batch Steinbach-based roastery, and she speaks with excitement when sharing all their plans for this Friday at the coffee bar.