Estevan

As crops begin to emerge across the Prairies, farmers are being reminded to regularly scout their fields for insect activity. Dr. Meghan Vankosky, a field crop entomologist with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, emphasizes the importance of vigilance, particularly concerning grasshoppers.

The Southeast Homeschool community took advantage of sunny weather this week to host its second annual track and field meet, drawing students from across the region.

The event, now in its second year, saw significant growth in participation, with attendance rising from about 85 students last year to approximately 115 this year. Students from Estevan, Weyburn, Radville and surrounding areas took part.

The Estevan Police Service responded to a range of incidents over a two-day period, including assaults, a theft, public intoxication, and traffic complaints.

Officers were called to a domestic disturbance in the central part of the city on May 26. The investigation determined that a male suspect, who had left the scene before police arrived, was to be arrested for assault. The nightshift later located and arrested the man. He was released with conditions and will appear in Estevan Provincial Court at a later date.

The Macoun Evangelical Missionary Church (MEMC) is hitting the green for a good cause, hosting the first annual Curtis Fehr Memorial Golf Tournament in support of two nearby Bible camps.  

The event has been held annually for several years; however, this is the first year the name will honour Curtis Fehr, a significant member of the congregation who passed away tragically last year. 

Event organizer and MEMC Pastor Charlie Bowen explains the change was suggested by his wife, Darlene Bowen, because of Fehr and his wife Jessie’s annual dedication to the event.  

The seeding season is coming to a close as southeast farms have made it through in decent time over the past couple of months. With over 90 per cent of the crop in the ground, producers are expected to be finished up soon, possibly even before June rolls around.

Alameda-area agrologist Edgar Hammermeister talks about how the southeast has fared while farmers were getting seeding done.

An energy company operating in Saskatchewan and Manitoba is selling off a number of its assets as they've entered into an agreement for the sale.

Vermilion Energy Inc. is selling off its Saskatchewan and Manitoba assets for cash proceeds of $415 million to an unnamed buyer. With the help of the sale, Vermillion is hoping to lower their current net debt to $1.5 billion by the end of the year.

Focusing on the Future is the theme for the Saskatchewan Stock Growers Annual General Meeting and Convention next month in Moose Jaw.

This year’s theme celebrates the resilience, innovation, and leadership of Saskatchewan’s livestock producers while tackling key industry challenges and opportunities.

President Jeff Yorga says after some challenging times, producers are finally seeing some optimism in the cattle industry.

Lowell Charles Sheppard
1939 - 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a beloved husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, Lowell Charles Sheppard, on May 26, 2025, in Edmonton, AB. 

A celebration of Lowell's life will take place in Estevan at a later date with details to be determined.

Dorothy Brown
1929 - 2025

With sadness, but also with gratitude for a long life's worth of memories, Dorothy's family announces her passing at Moose Mountain Lodge, Carlyle, Sask. on May 21, 2025, aged 96.

A Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at the Moose Creek Cemetery. All are welcome to attend.

Some Estevan residents have raised concerns about a noticeable increase in unfamiliar individuals in the city. The discussion has focused on challenges linked to addiction, mental health, and public safety.

“I think homelessness might not be the proper term for it,” said Estevan Police Chief Jamie Blunden. “I think at the end of the day, we’ve seen an increase in individuals suffering from addiction and mental health.”