WestCentral

The consumer carbon tax pause on Tuesday saw immediate relief at the pumps around west-central Saskatchewan.

Looking at Gasbuddy.com, fuel around West Central entering Wednesday was below $1.40/L, 136.9 being the low spot for a few locations, Rosetown's price a little higher at 139.9. The average price for the Kindersley region over the past month has been 149.9, and entering the week the provincial average price for Saskatchewan was around $1.53/L.

With the weather warming and spring coming to the prairies, producers have been going through calving season with plenty of work for them. 

Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan Vice-President Chris Procyk says that, from what he's heard, it's been a decent season in the province.

STARS is a critical service that takes a lot of upkeep. That's why donations to support their efforts are so important, coming from events like the April 1-2 Critical Care on the Air Radiothon for STARS, and different groups/entities around the province.

The RM of Kindersley made their most recent annual donation to STARS back in March, shared last week prior to the start of the radiothon. The cheque this year sent $25,000 towards STARS.

With a federal election on the horizon, agriculture organizations are taking a look at some of the actions they want to see for the future.

For the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan, they've been calling for changes to be put forward for the Carbon Tax, which has seen the consumer side recently come off.

Vice-President Chris Procyk says he hopes to see that continue to be a policy point for all federal parties in the upcoming election.

A southern Saskatchewan non-profit dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of wildlife is undertaking a mission to raise funds for the building of a new and much-needed wildlife rehabilitation clinic.

Last week, Salthaven West introduced a Matching Fundraiser, matching up $20,000 in donations until April 3, thanks to two anonymous donors.

Megan Lawrence, director of rehabilitation at Salthaven West, highlighted that after the campaign's initial announcement of matching up to $10,000, a second donor agreed to match another $10,000.

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.

Medical emergencies can develop in an instant for anyone.  

Even if someone collapses or has a serious accident a block away from the hospital, the fear, uncertainty, and pressure of the moment can be earth-shattering.  

What happens, then, when the same thing happens kilometres away from a hospital, in the remote and sometimes harsh expanse of nature or farmland?  

For Paula Johnson, who was bucked off her horse on a birthday expedition that had already taken her across water, through an elk herd, and past grazing cattle, there was no going back. Only up.  

The Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce has extended the application deadline for the 2025 ABEX Awards to Sunday, April 13, giving businesses additional time to submit their applications.

The ABEX Awards recognize excellence in Saskatchewan’s business community across a range of categories, including innovation, marketing, community involvement, and growth. Businesses do not need to be Chamber members to apply.

It's never too early to start planning for an unforgettable summer. Saskatchewan Provincial Parks is opening their online reservations at 7 a.m. on April 7 for seasonal campsites and April 8 to 15 for nightly campsites, Camp-Easy yurts, group campsites, day use facilities and swimming lessons.

Ludmilla "Millie" Forester Obituary

1937 ~ 2025 (age 88)

The family of Millie Forester are saddened to announce her passing on Monday, March 31st, 2025 at the age of 88 years.

Beloved wife of the late Raymond Forester;

loving mother of Morleen (Norman) Wiggins, Gaylene (Al) Missere, and Sherylene (Alan) Dixon;

cherished grandmother of Dallas (Nikki), Tyler (Chisato), Hilary (Tony), and Abigail (Haegan)

A funeral service will be held on Friday, April 4th, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. at the Flaxcombe Hall. Details located below.