Prayer-fueled road to recovery: How a Winnipeg woman overcame a devastating back injury

Winnipegger Courtney Pratt was nearly bedridden after a horrific back injury from playing competitive soccer two years ago and today she is pain-free, all thanks to doctors, prayer, and faith. 

Pratt, the mother of two young boys, has enjoyed playing competitive soccer for years, including into adulthood. Two years ago while she was playing, she had an accident.

Check out our Jeep Wrangler we're giving away at these events this week

There are only a few weeks left before we give away a new $60,000 Jeep Wrangler.

The Jeep is in Strathmore this week and we're asking residents to scan our QR code for a chance to win the Jeep.

Staff with 104.5 More Country and StrathmoreNow will be at Kinsmen Park on Wednesday (Jan. 22) from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. with the Jeep.

You can also catch us at the Strathmore Family Centre Arena from (Jan. 24-26) for the Laurie Morton Ruppe Memorial Tournament.

Paula Simpson Morand presenting keynote speech at Women of Influence Awards

The Woman of Influence Awards 2025 Presented by Peace Diagnostic Imaging is proud to welcome Paula Simpson Morand as the keynote speaker for the awards luncheon on Friday, March 7.

Paula’s speech, “Empowered to Dream, Bold Enough to Lead” aims to accelerate the progress women have made globally and amplify the work to achieve true equity. Her goal is to inspire everyone to dream big and take bold action to overcome barriers and build an inclusive, innovative future for all.

The McCafe Coffee Break fills Sunset Ridge Pharmacy's prescription

The deep freeze is over and it’s a beautiful day to surprise a local business with the McCafe Coffee Break!

Today, CochraneNow's Eric and Lauren headed into Sunset Ridge Pharmacy to surprise the team with McCafe coffee and cookies to brighten their Tuesday morning.

The lovely staff was nominated here and this was attached to the nomination. 

“The best customer service every single time!!!”


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U14 Lions Oilers coach reflects on historic season, shares winter training plans

The U14 Lions Oilers are coming off a historic season under the leadership of first-year head coach Christian Pfeifer. Finishing with a 5-1 record, the team secured the top spot in the league before narrowly missing a championship game appearance. Their success culminated in a bowl game victory at home, earning them third place overall in the league.

"What we did last year with the Oilers, it was a lot of firsts for this team," Pfeifer said. "It was a very historical season for us. We've never had that kind of success at this level."

Cody is going to see SLOAN thanks to the Ticket Takeoff

This morning we called and notified our lastest Ticket Takeoff winner that they were off to see SLOAN at the Esplanade Jan 25th and that winner was Cody. 

Not only does Cody get a pair of tickets to the show but he also receives a one-night stay at the Super 8 in Medicine Hat. 

Your next chance to win with the Ticket Takeoff has already begun!

Head over to the page and enter to win a pair of tickets to Piano Heist (Nico Rhodes & Patrick Courtin) coming to the Esplanade on February 10th.