Humboldt

Initiatives in Saskatchewan and Alberta recognize some of the country’s most extensive and unique remaining prairie ecosystems.

There’s a new focus on protecting biodiversity in native prairie grasslands in southwestern Saskatchewan and southeastern Alberta.

It’s coming in the form of new “key biodiversity area” designations, denoting they’re home to species at risk in this rapidly vanishing landscape.

Saskatchewan's Weekly Crop Report shows 49 per cent of the provincial crop has been seeded, that's up from 31 per cent last week and well ahead of the five-year average of 32 percent.

Crops Extension Specialist Meghan Rosso says pulse crops continue to lead in seeding progress with 78 per cent of field peas seeded, 71 per cent of lentils and 65 per cent of chickpeas now in. 

The East Central 18U AA Red Sox were defeated by the Sask Five Giants 5-1 in Wednesday’s action of the Saskatchewan Premier Baseball League. 

The Giants picked up runs in the second and third innings before busting the score wide open scoring three runs in the fifth inning.  

On the other side, the Red Sox scored their lone run in the sixth inning off the bat of Cole Gallant.  

Dealing with a fire on your farm can be both dangerous and devastating. Fortunately, there are things you can do to reduce the risk of fires.

Improper use of burn barrels can easily start fires. People often contribute to the risk of fire by not using proper screens on burn barrels or clearing the grass around the barrel itself.

The Ministry of Agriculture has released the latest Crop Report for the province between May 6 to May 12. 

Throughout the entire province, 49 per cent of the crop has been seeded with the southwest region leading the way with 76 per cent completed.  

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is warning residents of several measles exposure risks across the province.

Affected communities include Saskatoon, Regina, Swift Current, Gravelbourg, Assiniboia, Outlook and Ponteix.

The SHA listed a series of locations, days, and times, and stated that if you were present for any of them, you should monitor for symptoms for the next 21 days. The list of impacted businesses is below.

The Richardson Pioneer Men’s Fastball League is back for another season. Richardson Pioneer Wadena along with five original league teams (Foam Lake Merchants, Fishing Lae Cubs, Wynyard Jr. Blues, Rosebud Royals and Rosebud Jr. Royals) join the Rhein Rockets. Teams will all play as part of a home and home schedule before heading into playoffs from July 19-20. 

It's been a busy week out in the field as farmers continue to work on getting this year's crop in the ground.

Manitoba's weekly crop report shows the provincial crop is now 32 per cent seeded.

Oilseed Specialist Sonia Wilson puts together the weekly crop report, updating seeding progress around the province. 

The LeRoy Daycare Inc. Is celebrating the ground clearing for its new and expanded facility on Aspen Street in LeRoy. A combination of circumstances and the need for additional spaces required the daycare to start with a ground up facility after its initial opening in 2019.  

Daycare Director Chelsey Holt reflects on the journey the organization has taken thus far.  

On Tuesday night, the Humboldt Golf Club (HGC) held their Annual General Meeting as they looked back on their numbers and previewed on is shaping up to be an exciting year at the course. 

A key event for the HGC’s schedule in 2025 will be the Saskatchewan Amateur and Mid-Amateur Championships in Humboldt from July 15-18.