Humboldt

Short Line Railways have received a significant increase in funding for rail maintenance on the 2,123 kilometres of track they operate in Saskatchewan.

Highways Minister David Marit says up to $1 million dollars is available from the Province for the 13 short lines through the 50-50 cost shared Short Line Rail Improvement Program (SRIP), which brings the total rail infrastructure investment up to $2 million for this year.

After years of planning, uncertainty, and perseverance, the Muenster Cooperative Childcare Centre has officially broken ground on its new facility, marking a significant milestone for the town and surrounding region. 

“It’s definitely been a long haul,” said Kassidy Rueve, interim vice-president of the daycare board. “But with our community support, we’ve finally broken ground. So, it’s very exciting.” 

Debbie Doreen Jestin (née Mamer)
February 28, 1958 - June 18, 2025

The rain held off the majority of the evening, and the temperatures were mild enough to enjoy another incredible night of music on Watson’s Main Street for its annual Streetfest.  

It was a homecoming of sorts for both sets of entertainers. Among the Barrelmen’s rotating frontmen was Craig Wilson, a former teacher in Watson for a few years who renewed acquaintances with former students and colleagues.  

Bolt FM is bringing the sizzle this summer with a new contest that’s udderly delicious!

It’s Moo for Meat! Your chance to score a couple hundred bucks worth of top-quality meat from Humboldt Sobeys and Drake Meats, just in time for your weekend BBQs. Think juicy burgers, sizzling sausages, and all the summer grilling essentials.

Here’s how it works:

When you hear the Moo on 107.5 Bolt FM, text the word “MEAT” to the Humboldt Sobeys Talk & Text Line at 306-682-0107.

All rainfall and severe thunderstorm warnings have come to an end Sunday morning in Saskatchewan. In terms of rainfall amount from Saturday, unofficial amounts as provided by weatherstats.ca indicates Biggar saw 56.3 millimetres of rain, Lucky Lake at 50.2 millimetres, while Kindersley, which was also under a rainfal warning recorded 32.5 millimetres as of 6 a.m. Sunday morning. Saskatoon saw 26.3 millimetres with amounts tapering off as you go eastward like Watrous with 10.6 and Humboldt at 10 millimetres. Regina saw 21.

Bolt Brain Buster:

Which country is the largest producer of coffee in the world?

Text your answers to the Humboldt Sobeys Talk and Text line 306-682-0107

Tune in to the morning show or check back tomorrow for the answer!

Answer: Brazil 

Most areas of the prairies received some rainfall over the weekend. 

Environment Canada issued a number of special weather statements warning about significant rainfall and the potential for flooding in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta.

Many areas saw torrential rain and even tornadoes that caused significant damage, along with cooler temperatures and a risk of frost in some areas in Alberta and Saskatchewan.

In a press conference Wednesday, the Saskatchewan NDP are wanting answers from Premer Scott Moe and the Saskatchewan Party government about why they say, the Sask. Party hid that many of the province’s aircrafts meant to fight wildfires were grounded.

Prime Minister Mark Carney is calling for de-escalation after the United States carried out strikes against Iranian nuclear sites early Sunday.

Carney issued a social media post saying the U.S. military action was "designed to alleviate" threats posed by Iran, but the situation in the Middle East remains "highly volatile."

He says stability in the region is a priority and is calling on parties to get back to the negotiating table to find a diplomatic solution.