SPONSORED: Humboldt Motors Body Shop earns SGI High Performance Partner Award

Humboldt Motors Body Shop has been honoured with the SGI High Performance Partner Award, placing them among an elite group of 42 collision repair facilities across Canada. This recognition, presented on June 19, signifies the shop's commitment to excellence, ranking within the top 20 percent of SGI-accredited repair centres nationwide. 

Notably, Humboldt Motors Body Shop stands as the sole recipient of this award east of Saskatoon, underscoring its exceptional service in the region. 

Arts Council sets stage for standout 2025–26 season in Swift Current

As the Swift Current Arts Council nears its 60th anniversary, it continues its transformation from a group organizing bus trips to city shows into a presenter of a full 10-show season, all while keeping ticket prices steady and enriching community life. 

From bus rides to centre stage 

Partner Profile: Dream big, play hard: Swift Current Minor Football opens registration for unforgettable 2025 fall season!

Swift Current Minor Football (SCMF), the heart of minor-level football across Southwest Saskatchewan, is thrilled to announce that registration for its 2025 fall season is now officially open! The program warmly welcomes boys and girls from Grades K-8 across Swift Current, Shaunavon, Maple Creek, Gull Lake, and Eastend to join a program that's not just about learning the game, but about building character, fostering lifelong friendships, and creating lasting memories. 

Partner Profile: Pure innovation from the ground up: Farm Freshwater is solving rural water challenges

Brian Tennant didn't plan to start a water treatment company. A trained plumber and second-year refrigeration mechanic, Tennant transitioned into farming at 25 and spent two decades on the land before selling his farm. When he purchased a new property near a golf course, he was confronted with a water problem that would spark a years-long journey of innovation. "My wife didn't want to move there because the water came from a dugout used by cows and ducks," Tennant recalls. "I told her, 'I'll fix it.'" 

Partner Profile: Family-run storage venture expands to meet community needs

What started as a small family endeavour has blossomed into a thriving storage business near the number 4 highway and railway crossing. For the folks behind Cheep Storage, it’s about more than just storing belongings – it’s about helping people find peace of mind.

A humble beginning

“The business started from an empty lot with no idea what to do with it,” says Daisy Dyck, who runs the facility together with her family. “We were already using it for our own storage, so we figured we’d try to see if anyone else would like to use it too.”

Partner Profile: SCCHS Class of 2025 grateful for community support behind Dry Grad

Graduation is a major milestone, and for the Swift Current Comprehensive High School Class of 2025, it’s being marked with more than just a ceremony. Following their Grand March on June 26, students will head into a night of celebration at Dry Grad – an all-night, alcohol- and drug-free event packed with food, games, music, and prizes.

"The goal is to give students a safe space to celebrate together," says Kristie Stewart, chairperson of this year’s Dry Grad Committee. "We want them to have fun and enjoy each other’s company without the risks that can come with grad night."

Stride Credit Union’s annual golf tournament tees up support for STARS

With golf clubs at the ready and a cause close to home, Stride Credit Union is once again rallying the community for its annual STARS golf tournament, set for July 10 in Portage la Prairie.

Now in its third year, the fundraiser brings together golfers, local businesses, and community members to support STARS air ambulance, a service that plays a critical role in rural and remote areas across Manitoba.

Fuel House builds strength and community in Chestermere

Fuel House Chestermere isn't your typical gym. For owner Sara Berdusco, it's a place where connections are just as important as kettlebells. “Fuel House is really special. It's like a family,” says Berdusco. “We have youth as young as 12 and adults as young as 72. We have high-level athletes, and everyone trains together, cheers for each other, and brings out the best in each other.”

Located above the popular Dockside restaurant at 109 E Chestermere Drive, Fuel House is a community-centered fitness facility that prides itself on inclusivity and mutual encouragement.

Partner Profile: Pioneer Co-op and AGI - a trusted partnership for your ag equipment

Pioneer Co-op in Swift Current has built a reputation as a trusted source for top-tier agricultural equipment, proudly featuring a comprehensive selection of AGI products. From augers and conveyors to bins and aeration equipment, the Co-op's lineup is designed to meet the diverse needs of local producers.

Silver Cove grows from small-town basement to nationwide gem sensation

What started in a basement in Eckville in 2007 has since become a coast-to-coast sensation. Chris Robak, CFO of Silver Cove, recalls the early days of the now-thriving gemstone and mineral company. "Believe it or not, we started in our basement," he says. "We opened our first store in Lacombe, then expanded to Edmonton, Calgary, and Red Deer."

From those modest roots, Silver Cove has evolved into a multifaceted business that includes retail locations, a mining division, a wholesale warehouse, and an extensive schedule of gem and mineral shows across Canada.