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The Altona Community Foundation (ACF) was able to dole out more funds than usual during its recent 2025 spring granting period.

In total, ACF reinvested just over $70,000 to 11 area organizations and projects.

Vic Loewen sits on the granting committee and explains why there was more money this time around.

Manitoba’s measles case numbers continue to rise, reaching 116 confirmed and eight probable as of June 28, 2025. Most cases involve unvaccinated or under-vaccinated children exposed within their communities.

Monthly case breakdown shows surge in May

Adult and Teen Challenge has received the green light from Steinbach City Council to relocate its thrift store and offices into the city’s industrial park on the west side — a decision council supported unanimously.

The organization applied for a conditional use permit to operate at 16 Pioneer Road, within the M1 Light Industrial Zone. That zoning does not normally allow retail operations, but council made an exception based on the nature of the project and the existing structure on the site.

Organizers are putting in long hours this week as the Portage Ex prepares to welcome visitors for another action-packed weekend.

This year’s event promises something for everyone, including midway rides, bouncy castles, a petting zoo, live music, agriculture shows, and more.

Board member Kaitlyn Richaud says the team is working hard to bring it all together for families to enjoy.

The Southeast Equity Coalition (SEEC) set up a small booth during Steinbach’s “Summer in the City” street festival in the middle of June, in order to gather information in the form of a survey from those attending the festival. 

Motorists of all kinds in the southeast are being urged to stay cautious following a spike in collisions this week. This includes staying on the lookout for motorcyclists.

Tara Seel, media and public relations lead with Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI), says warmer weather brings more two-wheeled drivers out on the roads.

Portage la Prairie families and their cherished stuffed companions filled the air with laughter this past Wednesday evening as the Portage Family Resource Centre hosted its bustling 4th Annual Teddy Bear Picnic.

A record crowd of 97 parents and children enjoyed themed activities, stories, and songs under the summer sky.

Programming Director Peter Thiessen highlights the event's growing momentum.

“Every year we hear of people who are so touched by this story that they believe. So, we continue to be involved.” - Larry Cox, actor in the Manitoba Passion Play

The Manitoba Passion Play returns for its 25th season, offering audiences a moving retelling of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ—staged in the heart of the Pembina Valley at the Oak Valley Outdoor Theatre near La Rivière.

Katie Cares has awarded the 4th annual Kaitlyn Marie Reimer Scholarship to Cheyenne Thiessen, a Garden Valley Collegiate graduate pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a minor in Creative Writing at Brandon University. 

Cheyenne received the $2,000 scholarship in recognition of her hard work, dedication, and commitment to making a difference. 

UPDATE: As of 7:35 pm, SaskAlert has dropped the Tornado Warning placed on the area around Redvers. They have now changed it to a Severe Thunderstorm Warning, but a tornado is no longer imminent. 

Environment and Climate Change Canada is still warning the public that a system is passing through the area that is capable of producing strong winds, large hail and localized flooding due to heavy rains.

A tornado is still possible, though, the weather agency warns.