Jayme Giesbrecht

Winkler is set to embrace its country roots as Smitty’s Lounge gears up for a high-energy Country Night this Saturday. With country tunes, themed drinks, and the highlight of the night—a mechanical bull—this event promises excitement for all.

A new spin on Winkler’s nightlife

Angelina Fehr, owner of Smitty’s Lounge in Winkler shares the inspiration behind the event, which started as an idea from Aiden Friesen.

Winkler Arts and Culture (WAC) is inviting trivia enthusiasts to test their knowledge at the first-ever Trivia Night Fundraiser, happening Friday February 21st at 7:00 PM at their gallery space, located at 547 Park St., Winkler.

For just $50 per team (four to six players), participants can enjoy a night of brain-teasing questions while supporting local arts programming. Teams can register online at winklerarts.com, call the gallery, or sign up in person.

As temperatures dip well below freezing, many Manitobans look forward to the promised warm-up in the coming days. But for those in attendance at the grief session at the Morden Activity Center, warmth already arrived—courtesy of a four-legged friend named Piper.

The Back 40’s annual 70s Show is back with a powerhouse lineup of local musicians covering some of the most iconic bands of the decade. Featuring performances from Faces for Radio, The Committee, Link & The Moustaches, and many more, the highly anticipated show is set for Friday, February 21st, at the P.W. Enns Centennial Concert Hall.

Bernie and Darlene Goertzen’s love story spans decades, from a serendipitous schoolbus ride in Winkler in the early 1980s to celebrating 40 years of marriage. As the couple reflects on their journey together, they share insights into the pivotal moments that shaped their relationship.

The I Love to Read month celebrations continued as Golden West host Jayme Giesbrecht and news team member Alexander Peters visited Winkler Elementary School—the very school they both attended!

A new event is set to bring together churches from across southern Manitoba for a weekend of faith, learning, and worship. The Jesus Conference, happening February 21-22 at Winkler Bible Camp, aims to create a space for adults to deepen their faith and explore big questions about Christianity.

A new event is set to bring together churches from across southern Manitoba for a weekend of faith, learning, and worship. The Jesus Conference, happening February 21-22 at Winkler Bible Camp, aims to create a space for adults to deepen their faith and explore big questions about Christianity.

Stepping into the studio with the warmth of freshly baked buns in hand, Hilda Gerbrandt is no stranger to sharing good food and great stories. Gerbrandt first delighted us with her homemade Sloppy Joes back in January. Now, she's returned with a basket of warm, soft whole wheat buns, a recipe adapted from her sister-in-law, Linda Gerbrandt.

"I tasted Linda’s buns once, and I just thought they were so good," Gerbrandt shares. "Since then, I’ve adapted the recipe to be a little healthier by adding whole wheat flour, but you can still make them with just white flour if you prefer."

Bloom Floral, a floral shop in Winkler, recently showcased its talent at the prestigious Fleur de Ville exhibit in Winnipeg, earning a fifth-place ranking in popularity among attendees.

Madi Schiller, owner of Bloom Floral, was thrilled with the results. “We were up against some incredible talent, so placing in the top five feels like a huge achievement,” says Schiller.