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The City of Moose Jaw will be seeking three different locations for a new landfill, which could include annexing land from the RM of Moose Jaw. 

The city entered into an agreement with GHD Limited in 2022 to produce a conceptual design for a future solid waste facility with a service life of 75 years. Through the design process, it was determined the city would require a 320-acre site. 

“What we are talking about here is the future of a solid waste facility that will offer service to the City of Moose Jaw for 75 years or not,” said director of operations Bevan Harlton. 

Mickey Gower doesn’t own a cellphone. She’s never used the internet. But at 106 years old, the Moose Jaw legend still lives on her own, cooks her own meals, and plays bridge three times a week.

“She sets an example,” says her son Gregg Gower. “By lunchtime, she’s done what most of us do in a whole day.”

Born Muriel McConnell in Central Butte in 1919, Mickey has lived through the Great Depression, two world wars, and more than a century of social change. But her family says she hasn’t just witnessed history, she’s made her mark on it.

The first half of summer — and the tourism season — is nearly done, and according to Tourism Moose Jaw executive director Donna Fritzke, things are looking good for our city’s tourism sector. 

Visitor numbers are up across the board, and it’s not just Canadians choosing to make Moose Jaw a part of their journey. 

“We have a lot of American friends stopping in,” Fritzke said.  

Today marks the start of AgSmart 2025, the educational agriculture expo is now being held at Olds College.

The event falls under the direction of the Agri Trade Equipment Expo Group. Show Manager Tracy Gardner says this year's event is going to look a little different. 

Reproductive health advocates say the federal government's failure to commit to funding pharmacare in all provinces and territories is leaving people with a lot of uncertainty, and could create inequality across the country.

"It's really disappointing, honestly," said Liz Thompson, advocacy lead for Cover Contraception.

"It seems like they don't really know what they're going to do."

The pace of auto theft is dropping in Canada thanks to collective efforts to crack down on thieves, says an industry group focused on insurance fraud and crime.

Équité Association said in a report released Monday that the number of vehicles reported stolen nationally dropped 19.1 per cent in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024.

Just over 23,000 vehicles were reported stolen in the first six months of the year in Canada, the report said.

The move to accept Australian shipments comes as China conducts an anti-dumping investigation into Canadian canola

Canada’s canola growers could soon be facing stiff competition in their top seed market.

Reuters is reporting that Australia is close to finalizing an agreement that will reopen the Chinese market to canola shipments from Down Under.

The world’s second-largest canola exporter has been shut out of the largest import market since 2020 due to phytosanitary requirements aimed at preventing the spread of blackleg disease.

This year’s show saw three clear days for attendees to see equipment, livestock and the latest in technology

Ag In Motion 2025 organizers are pleased with this year’s attendance.

"We’re very pleased with attendance, response from exhibitors and the overall tone of the show this year," said Rob O’Connor, Ag In Motion show director.

The Moose Jaw Board of Police Commissioners announced their success today in searching for a new Chief for the Moose Jaw Police Service (MJPS) — Robert Davis was most recently Chief of Police in Brantford, Ontario, and brings 34 years of law enforcement experience to his new role.

"Chief Robert Davis stood out as a leader who understands the importance of building relationships and leading with both compassion and foresight," said Mayor James Murdock, Chair of the Moose Jaw Board of Police Commissioners. 

The Moose Jaw Miller Express came away with just one win in three games over the weekend. 

On Friday night, Moose Jaw picked up a 13-6 victory over the Weyburn Beavers. The game was tied 2-2 after the first inning. Austin Gurney doubled to centre field to score Thomas Soto for Moose Jaw’s first run. Gurney later scored on a Weyburn error. 

Weyburn took a 4-2 lead after three innings, but the Miller Express answered with three runs in the top of the fourth. Soto hit a double that drove home Tanner DeGrazia, Andy Rivas and Ben Waliczek.