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When we think about what makes southeastern Manitoba special, one word rises to the top again and again: generosity. 

Recently, Country 107 asked our listeners, “What’s the most generous thing someone’s ever done for you?” The responses we received were heartwarming, inspiring, and a powerful reminder that kindness can change lives. 

It’s that sweet time of year again in Niverville, and it’s not just about cookies; it’s about community.  

Tim Hortons’ beloved Smile Cookie spring campaign kicks off Monday, and all proceeds from the Niverville location are once again being directed to a project close to many hearts. 

We are now less than 24 hours away from election day in Canada. Canadians will head to the polls on Monday, April 28th.

In Provencher, the five candidates whose names will appear on the ballot are:

Ratepayers in the Rural Municipality of Ritchot can expect to see a higher tax bill in 2025. 

Mayor Chris Ewen says Council has approved its 2025 financial plan. The total municipal tax levy is $19.75 million. Of that, the RM portion is $7.67 million, while the education portion is $12.08 million. 

Manitoba's Progressive Conservatives have elected Obby Khan as their new leader.

Khan, a former cabinet minister and pro football player, was chosen by party members over Wally Daudrich, a hotel owner and longtime party board member, in a tight race.

Daudrich garnered 53 more votes than Khan, according to results posted to the party's website.

But under the party's system that uses points for each constituency, Khan won with 50.4 per cent overall to Daudrich's 49.6 per cent.

Funeral For: Aganetha (Nettie) Kroeker nee Unrau 
Funeral date: April 28, 2025 
Aganetha (Nettie) Kroeker nee Unrau, 92, of Morden passed away Friday, April 25th at Notre Dame Foyer. She is survived by 2 daughters, and 1 son. She was predeceased by her husband Thomas Kroeker. 
A memorial service for Aganetha (Nettie) Kroeker nee Unrau will be held Monday, April 28th at 11am at Glencross Mennonite Church with burial at the church cemetery. 
Viewing will be at Wiebe Funeral home, Winkler Sunday, April 27th from 1 to 6pm. 

Federal party leaders hit the hustings Friday with election day fast approaching, as Mark Carney of the Liberals focused on U.S. tariff threats in a steel town and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre campaigned on his anti-crime platform in Saskatoon.

Canadians cast ballots to choose their next government on Monday.

The Liberals are widely seen to be leading in the polls, with the Conservatives in second place and the Bloc Québécois, NDP and Greens trailing behind.

Canadians scattered among the tens of thousands in and around St. Peter's Square for the funeral of Pope Francis described the ceremony as profoundly beautiful. 

While dignitaries such as Gov.-Gen. Mary Simon were seated near the front of the square, members of the general public were positioned farther back or gathered in the streets of Rome to watch on large screens.

Falguni Debnath says being at the back of the square didn't dampen the effect of the familiar ritual.

At just 14 years old, Caleb Codi Atkinson is already being recognized as a leader in his community and a role model for youth across Treaty 1 territory.  

The Grade 8 student from Roseau Valley School (RVS) has grown up in Roseau River Anishinaabe First Nation (RRAFN) and will be honoured with the Promise Keeper Award at the upcoming Treaty One Gala on April 30 at the RBC Convention Centre in Winnipeg. 

More than 16,000 voters in Provencher cast their ballots early ahead of the federal election.

Elections Canada reports that 16,478 voters took advantage of advance polls in the riding, part of a record-setting 7.3 million Canadians who voted early between April 18th and 21st. 

The 16,478 votes are up 14.7 per cent from the last general election in 2021 when there were 14,365 advance votes cast. However, since then, electoral boundaries have changed.