Lois Feaver

With harvest season underway in the Redvers area, fire safety remains a top priority for farmers and motorists alike. Brad Hutton, fire chief for Redvers Fire and Rescue, shared practical advice to prevent field and equipment fires during this busy time of year.

“Some equipment is obviously gonna have big headers on it or squatters, and it'll just be slow-moving,” Hutton said. “Patience on the farmers' part and also just motorists using the highways is always a good thing.”

The Estevan Legion has begun long-awaited roof repairs, a project that leaders say is essential to keeping the facility open and operational.

House and Management Chairman Quinton Dosch confirmed that crews arrived this week and have started preparing equipment and materials for the job. “The roof is, after months of hard work and preparation, finally getting done,” said Dosch. “We did have leaks, and we had to get that taken care of or they’re just going to cause more problems.”

As the fall semester gets underway, Southeast College is reporting steady enrollment numbers and renewed excitement around its program offerings, despite ongoing discussions about rising tuition across the province.

Sheena Onrait, Vice President of Communication and Strategic Enrollment at Southeast College, said the institution has worked hard to keep tuition increases as modest as possible.

In southeastern Saskatchewan, Ocean Man First Nation and Southeast College are partnering to provide programs that help residents grow their skills and strengthen the community. Council member and health counselor Frederick Big Eagle recently participated, focusing on improving his computer and counseling abilities to better serve his community.

An Estevan business owner is speaking out after security cameras caught a group of young adults tipping over a recycling bin in a back alley.

Jenny Pettitt, owner of Jenny Joans, says she first noticed the mess when she came across the scattered contents behind her business. Curious about what happened, she checked the surveillance footage and discovered several individuals in their mid-20s deliberately pushing the bin over before walking away.

Estevan’s Power Tech Industries recently became the target of a copper theft, underscoring concerns about rising rural crime in southeast Saskatchewan. According to company President Scott Schoff, thieves struck in the middle of the night, taking advantage of a vulnerable yard.

“The first one of my employees usually unlocks the gate every morning,” Schoff said. “But when he arrived, the gate was actually already open, and nothing was noticed at that time.”

Midale once again proved it knows how to put on a show as the D&P Moon Operating Bull Bash & Cabaret returned August 1st for its 17th annual run. Hosted by the Midale Rodeo Association and produced by Crossfire Bull riding, the night brought fierce bull riding, high-octane energy, and a sold-out crowd ready for Saskatchewan-style entertainment.

The sights, sounds, and spirit of prairie life from decades past were on full display over the weekend at the annual Threshing Days in Midale, hosted by the Souris Valley Antique Association and Midale Museum.

The weekend kicked off with a popular pancake breakfast on Main Street, where visitors gathered before hopping on the “people mover” shuttle to the Heritage Village grounds. From there, the day unfolded with a packed schedule of hands-on demonstrations, heritage tours, and family activities.

As global trade tensions continue to reshape agricultural markets, one local company is quietly standing strong through the uncertainty—Southland Pulse. The company, which will celebrate its 25th anniversary this coming January, has grown into a respected cornerstone in Southeast Saskatchewan’s pulse industry.

Shawn Madsen, one of the managers at Southland Pulse, shared how the company is weathering recent trade disruptions while staying true to its values.

A new healthcare pilot launched earlier this year is showing promising results, and Stoughton’s New Hope Pharmacy is among the select sites helping to lead the way.