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Funeral For:  Justina Sawatzky nee Dyck 
Funeral Date: September 10, 2025 
Justina Sawatzky nee Dyck, 97, of Morden passed away Saturday, September 6th at Boundary Trails Health Centre. She is survived by 3 daughters, 3 sons, and their families. She was predeceased by her first husband Jacob K. Fehr, her second husband John Sawatzky and 1 son. 
The celebration of life for Justina Sawatzky nee Dyck will be held Wednesday, September 10th at 2pm at Wiebe Funeral Chapel, Morden with private family interment prior to the service at Southside Cemetery. 

"Be aware and slow down." That from Pembina Valley RCMP Sergeant Darcy Thiessen as we begin to see large farm equipment moving from field to field on our highways and rural roads this harvest season. 

"Obviously, the farmers have an agenda, and they have a short timeframe. They're trying to get their crops off and get the field work done. So, just share the road," he added. 

What do I do?

Much of the machinery is large and can take up quite a bit of the road. 

On Friday, Prime Minister, Mark Carney, announced a series of new, strategic measures for workers and businesses in those sectors most impacted by U.S. tariffs and trade disruptions including the agriculture sector.

The Prime Minister talked about a new strategy to transform our economy to one that is more resilient to global shocks. 

Heading into his second year as Zone 4 High School Hockey League Commissioner, Seth Cory says there's a lot to be excited about, and he can't wait to get the season under way.

Year 2

As school started for students across Western School Division (WSD) this year, there was a new face at the helm of the division with new Superintendent and CEO Stephen Jaddock taking the leadership role in August.  

Jaddock has 31 years of experience in education. He started as a high school Chemistry teacher in Dauphin, then taught in an elementary school before moving to vice principalships and eventually becoming Superintendent of Mountainview School Division.  

The Winkler Wizzards are celebrating a milestone this year, with longtime coaches marking four decades of volunteer leadership in Special Olympics Manitoba. For Sharon Dueck and Glen Wieler, what began as a small effort in 1986 has grown into a community of athletes, coaches, and supporters that continues to thrive.

The Pembina Hills Arts Council is stepping into fall with a lineup that blends creativity, community, and even a little bit of spookiness. From hands-on classes to drop-in opportunities and seasonal ghost tours, the Morden-based arts hub is making sure there’s something for everyone.

“Delivering high quality and accessible art to the community is very important,” she said. “Art is healing—you can de-stress, heal your mental wounds, and connect with the community. Arts are the best way to connect.” - Director of Pembina Hills Art Council Anna Ishkhanyan

Not much changed immediately for electric vehicle drivers across Canada after the federal government announced a step back from its EV policy. But many drivers fear infrastructural growth and improved public charging stations will slow in the coming years.

When Julien Kos drove to Moncton earlier this year, his plan heavily relied on charging his vehicle at a mall while getting a quick bite. 

Doctors are calling for restrictions on sports betting ads, saying they are setting youth up for a future of problem gambling.

An editorial published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal on Monday says the ads are everywhere during sports broadcasts and that the legalization of online gambling has made every smartphone a potential betting platform.

Editor Dr. Shannon Charlebois says even though betting sites say they're only for people 19 years of age and older, youth are being inundated with advertising that equates enjoying sports with betting.