Steinbach

When Prime Minister Jean Chrétien got hit in the face with a pie 25 years ago, the only thing hurt was his pride.

A quarter-century later, Canada's security landscape has changed radically. Threats of violence against politicians have become far more common. What seemed like a harmless prank then looks more like a warning now.

"There is this view that you're a politician, it's all fair game," said Catherine McKenna — who was herself the target of multiple threats of violence while she served as a federal minister.

The Pan American Health Organization says Canada has the highest number of measles cases on the continent and more action is needed to address low vaccination rates.

The regional agency within the World Health Organization, which covers North and South America, says there has been an exponential rise in measles this year. 

As of Aug. 8, it recorded 10,139 confirmed measles cases across ten countries, representing a 33-fold increase compared to the same period in 2024, when there were 311 cases. 

For months, the Steinbach community has been rallying behind Tasha Wiese as she recovers from a life-changing amputation and ongoing health challenges.

The road has been long, but she continues to find encouragement in the love and support of her family, and even from her four-legged companion.

When CHVN’s Mike Thom called to check in this week, Wiese answered with her usual warmth. “Just seeing my family and then my dog as well,” she shared when asked what’s been keeping her spirits up.

Bethesda Place in Steinbach was transformed into a lively Wild West scene this week, complete with country music, Western décor, and an extra dose of fun for residents. 

Wild West fun brings music, memories, and plenty of toe-tapping 

Recreation coordinator Sheryl Harder says they try to host one big event each summer, and this year’s idea started with music and grew from there. 

“We wanted to have a music band to really liven this place up and then the décor followed behind that and then the food followed after,” Harder explains. 

As the calendar flips deeper into August, there’s a growing sense that summer is slipping away. That’s when many of us start making a mental checklist of all the things we still want to squeeze in before the season ends. 

We asked "What’s one thing you always want to do before the summer ends?" The answers ranged from camping trips to county fairs—and more than a few bonfires. 

The Town of Morris is inviting residents to participate in a provincial tap water monitoring program this August and September.

Mayor Scott Crick says while the community has a modern water distribution system, there may still be concerns for some homeowners.

If you’ve been hearing more chirps in your backyard or even your garage lately, you are not alone. According to John Gavloski, entomologist with Manitoba Agriculture, there is a seasonal reason behind the sound.

Gavloski notes that there are actually 17 different species of crickets in the province.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 16TH

American Association Baseball
Winnipeg Goldeyes 5 at Sioux City Express 6

MLB
Texas Rangers 2 at Toronto Blue Jays 14

SUNDAY, AUGUST 17TH

American Association Baseball
Winnipeg Goldeyes at Sioux City Express - 4:05 PM

The Hanover Ag Society asked the Winnipeg Humane Society to pack up their display and leave on Saturday.

In an effort to answer any questions festival-goers may have, the Hanover Ag Society released a statement on Facebook noting, "In good faith, the Hanover Ag Fair accepted the Winnipeg Humane Society's request for a vendor space at our event under the assumption they would be promoting their pet adoption programs however that is not the display that has been presented therefore they have been asked to leave."

Thursday evening began one of Grunthal’s favourite weekends.  Hanover Ag fair started celebrations with the Bull Riders Canada Invitational, an outdoor movie, and a party in the dirt.  

Today brings family fun for everyone on a beautiful Saturday in the southeast. The morning showcased a parade, vendor villages, and world-famous chicken.