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The Bunker’s Industrial Eats food truck is open in full swing this year, continuing their tradition of hosting a fundraiser lunch on The Bunker’s parking lot. We spoke to The Bunker's executive director Kevin Hildebrand last Thursday (May 22), before the lunch rush came by, and he noted the longevity of this fundraiser: “This is something we’ve been doing for a lot of years, on Thursdays over lunch”.  The lunches support the work of The Bunker Youth Drop-in Centre programs.

Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew says widespread wildfires have the city of Flin Flon on the verge of evacuation while officials work to find places to put thousands more possible evacuees.

The city's 5,000 residents were told Tuesday to be ready to flee at a moment's notice. Hospital patients are being moved to safety.

Officials say the fire, threatening Flin Flon from the north, began Monday in the Saskatchewan town of Creighton and crossed the Manitoba boundary. The town's 1,200 residents have been asked to pack essentials and fuel up in case they’re told to leave.

The wires are crackling and the rivalry is real — Winkler’s two powerhouse electrical companies are going head-to-head in the PV Cup!

D.A. Loewen Electric and Borderview Electric have found themselves in a high-voltage showdown as we hit the Conference Final in the PV Cup. While the NHL has the Carolina Hurricanes facing the Florida Panthers, all eyes in Winkler are on the businesses behind the jerseys — and the friendly sparks are flying.

Focusing on the Future is the theme for the Saskatchewan Stock Growers Annual General Meeting and Convention next month in Moose Jaw.

This year’s theme celebrates the resilience, innovation, and leadership of Saskatchewan’s livestock producers while tackling key industry challenges and opportunities.

President Jeff Yorga says after some challenging times, producers are finally seeing some optimism in the cattle industry.

It’s back and bigger than ever! The Makita Teal of a Deal Tent Event is just around the corner and only at WM Dyck & Sons. Get ready to find unbeatable prices, deals, rebates and exclusive offers on top-quality tools and equipment, ONLY on May 30 and 31 at WM Dyck & Sons in Niverville.

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Funeral For:  Victor Sawatzky 
Funeral Date: June 4, 2025 
Victor Sawatzky, 85, of Winnipeg passed away Wednesday, May 21st at St. Boniface Hospital. He is survived by his wife Linda, 1 daughter, 2 sons, and their families. He was predeceased by 2 infant grandsons. 
The funeral service for Victor Sawatzky will be held Wednesday, June 4th at 11am at Sargent Avenue Mennonite Church, 926 Garfield Street. 
Donations may be made to MCC – Ukraine Relief. 
Arrangements by Friends Funeral Service, Winnipeg.   

If you have a desire to brighten up Winkler with the best looking flower beds and public garden spaces around, then this volunteer opportunity is for you.

"Our community is gorgeous, and we have tremendous staff that do a great job to try to beautify our community," shared Mayor Henry Siemens. "We have contractors who keep our grass mowed nice and close, but we also have a number of absolutely gorgeous plots of flowers throughout the city in different areas. Every year we ask for volunteers to help us keep them looking fantastic through our Adopt-a-Plot campaign."

Altona police are cautioning people against playing on or near local rail cars, noting it is always a dangerous move. 
    
The warning comes after a concerned citizen reported seeing kids play on the top of parked rail cars in town, however, officers didn't see anyone when they arrived. 
    
Police say, even if rail crews aren't actively working on the line, Bunge still has its own track mobile and rail cars can be moved or shuffled around without notice, quickly injuring anyone on or near them. 

CFAM Radio 950 was honoured to share a very personal song in memory of well a known member of the Altona community, and someone whose spirit and personality extended well beyond the town’s borders. 

In studio we were joined by Shawn Enns, younger brother to the late Darren Enns who passed away April 29th about week shy of his 50th birthday. Morning Show Co-Host Chris Sumner personally knew Darren through his involvement in Special Olympics Manitoba programs. Darren's impact in the community was always positive and his love for music was incredible. 

There's been a delay in the Altona Aquatic Centre's start to the season.
    
Originally slated to open this Saturday, the Town says unexpected mechanical issues have changed those plans.
    
During preparations, staff discovered that several pipes had cracked over the winter and, while repairs are nearly finished, more time is needed to finish filling the pool, balance the chemicals and conduct water quality testing.
    
The Town thanks the public for patience and understanding as it works to open the pool as soon as possible.