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Matthew 6:19–21

I once read that the average American is exposed to about three hundred advertisements a day. Today that number has increased many times over.

The Internet article from which I read that fact was cluttered with advertisements, most of them with little interest to the reader. Pop-up ads, brash banners, and flashing digital attractions all lead us into a world of exaggerated make-believe, convincing us that we simply cannot live without the stuff!

Wildfire conditions across Manitoba remain severe, with the province battling 18 active fires and danger levels ranging from high to extreme in many areas. Officials are urging residents to adhere strictly to fire and travel restrictions and to be prepared for sudden evacuation orders.

Winnipeggers will need to keep using an alternate route longer than expected as construction and maintenance is keeping the Louise Bridge closed. 

All northbound lanes, southbound lanes, east side sidewalk and west side sidewalk of the Louise Bridge between Higgins Avenue to Stadacona Street have been closed since May 23.

The closure was expected to last until May 28, but has been extended to June 1.

From Alberta to Manitoba, residents across the Prairies are out of their homes, while others remain on edge as wildfires inch closer to their communities.

The Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation in Saskatchewan has imposed an evacuation order for more than 1,800 residents of Pelican Narrows, 412 kilometres northeast of Saskatoon.

They are to flee to PAGC Urban Services, also known as the Margo Fournier Centre, in Prince Albert.

Seated in a brand-new throne and surrounded by dignitaries, King Charles opened Parliament Tuesday with a show of royal tradition — the first throne speech delivered by a reigning monarch in Canada in nearly half a century.

Reading from the speech — which is drafted by the federal government and lays out its policy priorities — the King proclaimed the "True North is indeed strong and free" and reaffirmed Canada's sovereignty while underscoring the "unprecedented" challenges the nation faces.

A local group of nurses came together to commemorate the end of nursing week this past Saturday. 

Nursing Week occurred this year the week of May 12-18. Nursing Week came about from celebrating the birthday, May 12, of Florence Nightingale, who is regarded as the pioneer of modern nursing. 

“A simple appreciation makes our work lighter,” remarked Melissa, a nurse, about the importance of acknowledging nurses and nursing week. 

A south St. Vital park will soon undergo some major upgrades.

Government officials and community partners broke ground at John Forsyth Park on Monday, marking the start of major upgrades.

Funeral For:  Cornie K. Martens 
Funeral Date: May 31, 2025 
Cornie K. Martens, 86, of Steinbach formerly of Kola, passed away Saturday, May 24th at Rest Haven Care Home. He is survived by his wife Faith, 5 sons, and their families.  
The funeral service for Cornie K. Martens will be held Saturday, May 31st at 2pm at Birchwood Funeral Chapel with ash interment at a later date. 
Donations may be made to One Hope Canada to support kids’ camps. 
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel, Steinbach. 

Funeral For:  Peter H. Froese 
Funeral Date: May 30, 2025 
Peter H. Froese, 78, of Steinbach passed away Thursday, May 22nd at Bethesda Regional Health Centre. He is survived by his wife Aganetha, 1 daughter, 4 sons, 1 sister, 1 brother, 7 sisters-in-law, 6 brothers-in-law, and their families.  
The funeral service for Peter H. Froese will be held Friday, 4pm at Peace River Gospel Church, 32107 McKenzie Avenue, Steinbach with burial at Mitchell Memorial Gardens.  
Viewing will be at the church prior to the service. 

Numerous fire crews were called to a 12-storey apartment building in West Broadway Monday evening following reports of smoke and possible trapped residents. 

The blaze broke out just before 6:30 p.m. in a complex in the 100 block of Young Street. 

Calls to 9-1-1 reported that there may be people trapped in one of the suites. 

Due to the size of the building and the potential of trapped victims, a second alarm was called, and more crews arrived at the scene.