Adi Loewen

It was a weekend full of reunions, memories, and big announcements as Providence University College and Theological Seminary in Otterburne celebrated its 100th anniversary.

The festivities kicked off Friday night (Sept. 5) at the RBC Convention Centre in Winnipeg, where alumni and dignitaries packed out the room at their Centennial Gala. 

It was a weekend full of reunions, memories, and big announcements as Providence University College and Theological Seminary in Otterburne celebrated its 100th anniversary.

The festivities kicked off Friday night (Sept. 5) at the RBC Convention Centre in Winnipeg, where alumni and dignitaries packed out the room at their Centennial Gala. 

It was another record-breaking year for “Brooke and Koda’s Iced Tea Stand,” the grassroots fundraiser started by two kids that has grown into one of the most inspiring community traditions in the southeast.

This summer, the stand raised a whopping $26,650 to help four-year-old Callie Augustine, who is currently battling B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL).

A powerful and eye-opening new exhibit is making its way to the Mennonite Heritage Village (MHV) in Steinbach.

“On Fire for Christ", is a travelling exhibit titled 500 Years of Discipleship from the Anabaptists to Us. The display will be set up in the MHV auditorium from August 6 to September 6.

The Mennonite Heritage Village (MHV) is gearing up for a meaningful event next week, as they welcome local-born artist, scholar, and poet Gareth Brandt for a special exhibit and talk on Wednesday, June 18th at 7 p.m. 

Brandt will be presenting a temporary art exhibit titled “Radical Roots”, showcasing his original paintings and poetry that reflect on the 500th anniversary of Anabaptism. The exhibit will run from June 18 to June 28. 

Residents of Vita and area filled the rest stop picnic shelter Tuesday evening, welcoming two medical students to a community BBQ.  

The young men are first-year medical students attending the University of Manitoba, taking part in Rural Week. The program is coordinated by the school’s Department of Family Medicine, Shared Health and rural regional health authorities, which gives future doctors a hands-on look at healthcare and life in rural communities. 

The Mennonite Heritage Village Museum (MHV) in Steinbach is gearing up for a special morning this Thursday, May 29th, as they join a worldwide celebration marking 500 years since the birth of the Anabaptist movement, the roots of today’s Mennonite faith. 

A family-owned restaurant in downtown Steinbach turned into a hub of love and generosity on Wednesday, as MJ’s Cafe sold out of their special “Tasha Burger” fundraiser in support of 34-year-old Tasha Wiese, a local woman facing a life-changing medical journey after suddenly falling ill.

The excitement is palpable in Niverville as the 2025 Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) Men’s Volleyball National Championship kicks off at the Community Recreation and Resource Centre (CRRC).

Tournament Director Chris Koop shared his enthusiasm for bringing this prestigious event to the southeast of Manitoba, highlighting the significance of hosting top-tier volleyball teams from across Canada. 

Izzy Diaware is at it again.  

Steinbach MCC Thrift Shop store Manager, Dave Thiessen first met Izzy in November 2023, when he first walked into the Steinbach Main Street office.  

Thiessen recalls the tall thin young man asking for bike donations.