Steinbach

The August long weekend is here, and All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) riders are stoked to hit the trails.

Gary Hora, president of the Woodridge ATV Sandhogs and Manitoba ATV Association, says this is the first major long weekend riders can enjoy backcountry areas on their machines, after nine consecutive weeks of travel restrictions.

"I don't think a lot of people got any time (on ATVs) in the spring and they're probably anxious to get out there, which is great," he says.

A movie shoot has shut down a road again in southeastern Manitoba.

The Rural Municipality of Ritchot has indicated that Provincial Road (PR) 305 is currently closed between PR 200 and Levesque Road, east of Ste. Agathe. 

The closure will be in effect until 10 pm on Friday. 

Local access will be permitted on a stop-and-go basis.

Truck traffic is asked to use detour routes via PR 200, PR 311, and Highway 59.

The RM of Ritchot would like to thank residents and drivers for their patience and cooperation during this temporary disruption.

July will go down as the smokiest month on record for Steinbach and area. And a meteorologist says we can expect that smoky trend to continue this August long weekend.

Scott Kehler with Weatherlogics says our long weekend will actually feature fairly benign weather. He notes it will be very normal weather for early August. 

Daytime highs this weekend are expected to be between 26 and 28 degrees, with overnight lows around 15 degrees. The normal high for this time of year is 26 degrees, and the average overnight low is 13 degrees. 

The Steinbach community showed up in a big way for the annual Pioneer Days Parade.

Thousands of people lined Main Street this morning to collect candy and watch the floats go by.

This year's parade started by Kroeker Avenue and rolled down Main Street—ending by Manitoba Public Insurance on Hwy 12.

Check out the winning floats and the sights and sounds from the 2025 Pioneer Days Parade.

Best in float

Most Creative sponsored by Titanium Mechanical

The move is part of the Canola Council of Canada's new strategic framework, 'Canola Forward: A Strategic Framework for 2025-2030.'

The news came in a press release announcing the new framework. Chris Davison, president & CEO, says the framework is focused on priorities identified by the Canadian canola industry and is aligned to help the industry seize emerging opportunities while navigating changing industry and trade dynamics.

Residents across Manitoba are noticing more wasps and nests as summer progresses.

Dr. John Gavloski, an extension entomologist with Manitoba Agriculture, explains why wasp activity increases late in the season and shares advice on safe ways to handle them.

As southeastern Manitobans gear up for the August long weekend, free provincial park entry and full campsites signal a busy few days ahead for nature lovers.

"People should get outside and enjoy our summers. They're short, so it's important to go explore and enjoy the great outdoors while we have the opportunity," says Elisabeth Ostrop, manager of recreation and education services with Manitoba Parks.

This week, the Country Coffee Break made a stop at Masterfeeds in Grunthal! 

Jennifer nominated her coworker Simone, recognizing her as incredibly helpful and an all-around great teammate. 

To celebrate their hard work, Country 107 dropped by with coffee and donuts, thanks to LinkWell Insurance Group! 

Funeral For: Otto Braun 
Funeral Date: Private 
Otto Braun, 92, of Altona passed away Saturday, July 26th at Altona Memorial Health Centre. He is survived by 2 daughters, 1 son and their families. He was predeceased by his wife Esther.  
A private memorial service will be held. 
Donations may be made to Build a Village, Altona. 
Arrangements by Wiebe Funeral Home, Altona. 

Unionized workers at Canada Post are entering their final day to vote on the Crown corporation's latest contract offer.

Voting is set to wrap up today at 5 p.m., with results expected to be shared shortly after.

The offer includes wage hikes of about 13 per cent over four years but also adds part-time workers that Canada Post has said are necessary to keep the postal service afloat.

The Canadian Union of Postal Workers has urged the roughly 55,000 postal service workers it represents to reject the proposal.