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You’ve always had options at Dunn Ram Trucks in Portage, but now with the arrival of electric vehicles, there are many more options than ever before.  

“We’re now a Fiat dealer,” announces Kristie Budd. “And our first fully electric Fiat 500e has just arrived in the showroom.” 

Achieving the best possible health outcomes is a community effort. It’s why Hill’s Drug Store and Hill’s Clinic Pharmacy are committed to serving Portage la Prairie and the surrounding area with more healthcare options, accessible services and multiple locations.

Bathsheba – “Unfair!”

The genealogy of Jesus tells us how God sees each individual as part of His intricate redemptive plan. But the story is less about the individuals and more about how His mercy and grace goes beyond cultural boundaries, moral failures, and social status. Each one is a testament of how God brings dignity to the despised, hope to the hopeless and purpose to those society often overlooks.

Ruth

“A Love Story Divinely Authored”

Each generation listed in the genealogy of Jesus are in fact one story of God’s providence. What is Providence? It is how God takes a series of seemingly natural events and uses them to accomplish supernatural purposes. Now, some might say that these things are coincidence! All the right people in the right places at all the right times culminating in just the right outcome. OR you could conclude that God is weaving all these events into His divine tapestry.

When you turn the page from Old to the New Testament the first thing you will come to is a long list of names. These names make up Israel’s History and the lineage of Jesus. But there are 4 names that stand out…4 women…and women are not normally included in genealogies. The inclusion of these names draws our attention back to their stories but also give added weight to the Christmas Story and the Story of Jesus. The first mentioned, Tamar, reminds us that God is faithful in keeping his promises.

Imagine owning a slice of the stunning Rocky Mountains in Golden, BC while earning a return on your investment. For those living in Cochrane – just a few hours away – this dream is now within reach!

Pinnacle Lifestyles Resorts has a vision to enhance outdoor lifestyle. (Founded in 2020, Pinnacle Lifestyles has already expanded to seven properties, proving its an eager market.)

Now until October 17th, head to your local Stride Credit Union to donate non-perishable food items, or make a monetary donation that will be matched 100% up to $7,000. With your donation, you’ll also be entered to win $1000 in Co-op gift cards! 

Stride Credit Union has long upheld one key value: supporting the community.  

“One of the cooperative principles that all Credit Unions guide themselves by is concern for the community,” said Brent Budz, CEO, Stride Credit Union. “It’s part of our proverbial DNA as an organization to give back to our communities.” 

In today’s diverse and interconnected world, the concept of community holds a special significance, particularly for individuals experiencing intellectual disabilities. Community is more than just a group of people living in proximity; it is a network of support, belonging, and shared experiences that can profoundly impact quality of life. For those with intellectual disabilities, a strong, inclusive community is not just beneficial—it is essential.

Fostering a Sense of Belonging

In 2014 we had the pleasure of welcoming a visitor to come live at our home for a few weeks.  She didn’t exactly come alone as soon there were 3 little babies on the way.  You may have guessed; it was a robin that made her nest between the back of one of my patio chairs and an artificial tree in the corner.  My husband Harlan and I were surprised that she built her nest so close to the back door that led out onto the deck, but even more excited when we saw the 3 little sky-blue eggs.  We watched as mother robin would spend hours sitting on those eggs and then one morning when checking on th

Every farmer needs a reliable business partner. Managing the many moving parts of your farm can take up time – but when you have a reliable supplier like Horizon Fertilizers Ltd., your day just gets that much easier.