Discover Estevan Staff

It was sunny skies and smiles when Seed n Feed made its latest deliveries, offering a much-needed break and a hearty lunch to two local seeding crews.

At 5G Farms near Lampman, Judy Walter and her crew took a well-earned pause to enjoy the visit.

“We’re back in the field after that beautiful rain,” Walter said. “Hopefully a few more days and we’ll be finished wrapping it up. That’s a nice feeling for 2025.”

After a rainy month full of muddy paws and cozy cuddles, one pup stood out—and it’s Yeti, a Jack Russell mix with a big heart and a serious love for walks and naps.

Yeti was adopted from the Estevan Humane Society, and according to his owner Dallas, he’s a total mama’s boy who’s happiest when he’s curled up for a nap or out on a stroll. He’s also got a housemate—Arnie—who’s no stranger to the Perfect Pet Contest either. When asked if Arnie might be jealous of Yeti’s win, Dallas was quick to say they’ll share the spotlight.

After more than five inches of rain delayed the start of the season, Grant Palmer of Palmer Enterprises Corp. and his crew are back in the field and pushing to finish seeding by the end of the week. 

“It’s going good,” Palmer said. “We got back at it Monday and hope to wrap up by Sunday night.” 

Seed N Feed is helping keep farmers fueled this season, even as wet conditions have caused some delays.

Walter Neuman of Neuman Acres Ltd. said seeding started off well, though they were waiting for things to dry up in early May. Several days of rain also led to issues with potholes.

Neuman has been farming since 1986, with help from Brad Lopey and his father. His brother also pitches in during harvest and drives the grain truck, along with occasional seasonal helpers.

Future Four Farms was another lucky winner of Seed N Feed.

Caitlin Whynot joined the SUN 102 Morning Show this week with a unique request: she’s looking for someone to build a wooden platform to help take her dog’s training to the next level. 

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An Aurora family reunification centre is preparing to open in Estevan to support individuals who have completed addiction recovery and are preparing to reunite with their children and return to everyday life.

“It’s not a recovery centre in Estevan, it’s family reunification. The recovery centre is in Gimli,” said Aurora CEO Michael Bruneau. “That’s where we have our medical detox, or primary recovery.”

Once individuals are stabilized, they are moved to another community to focus on life skills.

Eagles Farms received a tasty lunch courtesy of Southern Plains Co-op, delivered straight to the field as part of Seed N Feed.

“We’re about two-thirds done, probably before the rain,” said Terry Eagles. “We’ve got, I don’t know, probably 2,000 acres left. So yeah, we should be done here by the end of the week if we can get going.”

Heavy rain slowed progress. “We probably lost a few acres... everything was just so saturated. We got close to five inches around here,” he said.

May brought a steady stretch of gloomy, rainy weather, but that didn’t stop people across southeast Saskatchewan from sharing the sunshine their pets bring into their lives. From cuddles on stormy days to muddy-pawed adventures between showers, we had some wonderful entries this month — and yes, it was mostly dogs stealing the spotlight!

One of these adorable contestants will be taking home two $50 gift cards — one from All Creatures and one from Rodeo Dawg — along with the all-important title of May’s Perfect Pet!

The Estevan Public Library is rolling out a full slate of summer programming, including reading challenges for kids and teens, an author visit, a puzzle-building contest, and a new music lending initiative supported by a community grant.

“Access Communications Children's Fund gave us a grant back in earlier in the year to help us purchase some music instruments.” — Jason Redshaw

The Orpheum Theatre is officially reopening its doors on Friday, May 30, after a nine-month closure. Estevan moviegoers can expect a mix of titles on opening week, from Peppa Meets the Baby to A Minecraft Movie, Lilo & Stitch, and Sinners. Tickets are now available online at orpheumtheatre.ca, including discounted $5 pricing for the Peppa morning shows.