Estevan

Catherine Elizabeth (Dukart) Wanner
1924-2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Catherine at the Estevan Regional Nursing Home on Monday, November 25, 2024 at the age of 100 years.

At long last the suffering is over; her journey is done. Rest easy kind lady.

At Catherine’s request there will be no funeral or memorial service. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Catherine’s life will take place at later date with immediate family.

Frank Edward Faber
1940-2024

With gratitude for a life well lived, the family wishes to announce that Frank Faber, late of Carlyle, SK passed away at the Arcola Health Centre on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at the age of 84 years.

Cremation has taken place and a Private Family Interment will be held in the Spring of 2025.

We had a blast at St. Mary's School as we visited Mrs. Dosch's Grade 1 class to celebrate their Classroom of the Month win, thanks to their classmate Summer, whose name was drawn! The students were full of energy, sharing their favourite snowy day activities and even singing us a song. Everyone enjoyed a delicious KFC Estevan meal and tasty treats from the Southern Plains Co-op. It was a fun-filled day of laughter, good food, and great company!

The Estevan Curling Club’s bid to host the 2026 Scotties Tournament of Hearts may not have been successful, but the team behind the effort is already looking ahead with optimism. Tyler McMillen, president of the Estevan Curling Club, shared his thoughts on the bid process and the community's strong support.

The Barra MacNeils are set to bring their East Coast Christmas concert to the Estevan Church of God tomorrow. Stewart MacNeil expressed the group's excitement, saying, "We're so thrilled to be coming to Estevan tomorrow. It's always a joy to share our music and traditions with new audiences."

As the holidays approach, the Estevan Public Library is buzzing with preparations for its most festive season yet. Branch Manager Jason Redshaw shared insights into the exciting events planned for December, highlighting the library’s role as a hub of community connection.

“We wanted to create a space where everyone could come together, celebrate the season, and enjoy something unique,” Redshaw said during an interview about the library’s upcoming events.

Temperatures are currently very chilly in the southeast, though the forecast is showing a flip from extreme cold to a bit of unseasonable heat.

Temperatures are likely to reach the positive next week as the current cold weather regime comes crashing down over the weekend.

Environment Canada Meteorologist Christy Climenhaga says that will last through the middle of the week.

The provincial Ministry of Social Services is addressing concerns regarding the delivery of benefits to its clients during the ongoing Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) strike, which has halted mail delivery across Canada.

Parents raising kids who love to play hockey know the costs involved each year. Estevan Minor Hockey has a Progressive Lottery underway as a fundraiser to help keep those costs down. The Association will be at the Southern Plains Coop food store on 4th street today from 4:30-6:30 selling tickets for just $10 each. Tickets are available at estevanminorhockey.com as well.

There is a guaranteed $2000 jackpot, but it could be $10,000 if they sell out.

Misty Pennington joined Lyle on the Big Breakfast Show this morning on Country 106.1

A cold snap is expected to bring in temperatures between minus 20 and minus 30 degrees with the potential risk of frostbite. Dr. Stanley Enebeli with the Saskatchewan Health Authority says frostbite is a risk any time cold weather conditions exist. He explains frostbite is an injury that leads to the loss of colour and feeling in extremities due to freezing temperatures.