Estevan

Graham Warner Shirley
1935-2025

With broken hearts the family wishes to announce that Graham Warner Shirley passed away on June 17 in Estevan, SK at the age of 89.

A Celebration of Graham’s life will be held on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul’s United Church, Estevan, SK with Pastor Sharon Kane presiding. A time of lunch will be held in the church auditorium immediately following the service.

Short Line Railways have received a significant increase in funding for rail maintenance on the 2,123 kilometres of track they operate in Saskatchewan.

Highways Minister David Marit says up to $1 million dollars is available from the Province for the 13 short lines through the 50-50 cost shared Short Line Rail Improvement Program (SRIP), which brings the total rail infrastructure investment up to $2 million for this year.

Southern Plains Co-op is firing up the grills across southeast Saskatchewan next week as Equity Days return with community BBQs and cheque pickups in Estevan, Oxbow, Alameda and Carlyle. Members are invited to enjoy lunch, connect with neighbours, and collect their annual equity cheques in person.

“This is the time where our members get to stop in, say hi, have something to eat for lunch.”
— Brooke Spagrud, Marketing Manager, Southern Plains Co-op

The southeast is still reeling following four confirmed tornadoes around the Estevan area last week, luckily with no major damage or injuries reported. Though the threat is over, we're still in the middle of a tornado system, and another big thunderstorm could make for more tornadoes.

Environment Canada sends out warnings for tornadoes ahead of time, with Meteorologist Eric Dykes explaining some of their methodology for detecting the dangerous summer weather systems.

We've got your tickets to the BIGGEST COUNTRY SHOW in Saskatchewan! 

That's right! We're sending YOU AND A FRIEND to Country Thunder Saskatchewan in Craven! Country 106.1 is giving away the ULTIMATE Country Thunder Saskatchewan Package. That includes a pair of general admission passes for the ENTIRE weekend and a SILVER camping package! 🤠

The St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation is celebrating more than just fundraising milestones — it’s honouring a legacy. Executive Director Lori Gervais joined the SUN 102 Morning Show to reflect on the Foundation’s origins, the emotional return of the Sisters of St. Joseph, and how decades of community support have brought Estevan to the brink of a major healthcare achievement.

“We are at $5,870,000. It's craziness. We're $629,000-ish away from our goal, and we've been at this for 14–16 months. It's been a crazy ride.” — Lori Gervais

Most areas of the prairies received some rainfall over the weekend. 

Environment Canada issued a number of special weather statements warning about significant rainfall and the potential for flooding in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta.

Many areas saw torrential rain and even tornadoes that caused significant damage, along with cooler temperatures and a risk of frost in some areas in Alberta and Saskatchewan.

After nearly 40 years behind the mic, including 35 in Estevan, longtime broadcaster Lyle McGillivray is preparing to sign off for the final time. His last show on Country 106.1 FM will air Monday, June 30, bringing a close to a career filled with change, connection and community spirit.

McGillivray’s path to radio was not a traditional one. He was working as a grader operator in Saskatchewan when he decided to take a shot at a different life.

“I always listened to the radio while working,” he said. “Eventually, I just thought, I’ve got to give that a try.”

Prime Minister Mark Carney is calling for de-escalation after the United States carried out strikes against Iranian nuclear sites early Sunday.

Carney issued a social media post saying the U.S. military action was "designed to alleviate" threats posed by Iran, but the situation in the Middle East remains "highly volatile."

He says stability in the region is a priority and is calling on parties to get back to the negotiating table to find a diplomatic solution.

With their cotton-ball-sized chicks and soft “peep-lo” calls, Piping Plovers and their tiny hatchlings might be one of Saskatchewan’s cutest summertime residents — but they’re also among the most vulnerable.

Endangered since 1985, these shorebirds rely on Saskatchewan for breeding, making the province an unexpectedly vital stronghold for the species as advocates try to secure their survival — and possibly even a species recovery.