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A tip for how to actually save money while dealing with them is not something you typically get from an electrical company. But maybe RJ Electric of Avonlea, SK isn’t your regular utility business.

“We take pride in our responsive services, clear communication, and our team of certified installers. They take pride in their installations every time, helping us lead in our industry.”

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Miles Steele is the general manager at Attic Addicts Insulators, a longstanding Portage la Prairie company that has spent years ensuring that local families and business owners have the insulation they need to take care of their property and live well.

When Korina and Michael Rousell took ownership of Oxbow Country Golf Course just outside Strathmore, they weren’t just buying a business – they were embracing a new way of life.

“It was definitely a better feel,” says Korina. “Moving from the city to a smaller community was exactly what I was looking for.”

Today, the couple operate Oxbow as a welcoming nine-hole golf course that blends small-town charm with a laid-back, community-focused atmosphere.

A fresh face has taken up residence in a longstanding community business just outside your door! After many years working as a pharmacist in Regina, then overseeing multiple pharmacies in the province, SueEllen Frankowski is proud to be a pharmacist and the new regional pharmacy manager at Pioneer Co-op Pharmacy.

Now living in Swift Current with her family, she notes that the welcome has been amazing.

Since 1990, OK Tire in Okotoks has been a cornerstone of the local automotive landscape. For the past eighteen years, the shop has been proudly owned and operated by Shayne and Tara Casey, independent entrepreneurs deeply invested in the community they serve. Shayne’s connection to Okotoks stretches back even further, having called this close-knit town home since 1987. This deep-rooted history isn’t just a timeline; it’s the foundation of a business built on personal relationships and genuine care.

Nick David wants his shop to feel like an auto dealership from the good old days.

“You should be able to walk in, talk to me about your truck, have a cup of coffee and come to the back where I’ll show you exactly what’s going on,” he says. “I want it to feel like an old dealership.”

Late next month, 350-360 athletes – not to mention their friends and families – will descend on Swift Current for the annual Saskatchewan Senior Fitness Association (SSFC) 55+ Games. They’ll compete in events such as pickleball, bowling, cribbage, pool and golf. 

Peter Bracken, Realtor with RE/MAX Valleyview, knew early on that his future would be built on more than just bricks and boards. After 30 years in construction, several doctors advised him that his hands could no longer withstand the physical demands.

“I went home. Felt sorry for myself for about six hours,” Bracken says. “But I realized I did not have time for that.”

Below you'll find MLA Tim McLeod and MLA Megan Patterson's Report from the Legislature for July 24, 2025. 

The views expressed below are solely the opinions of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official stance of Golden West.

Saskatchewan heads into the second half of the year with more positive economic numbers, demonstrating our strong economy. June 2025 saw an all-time historical high with more people working in Saskatchewan than ever before, adding 20,500 jobs year-over-year.  

Swift Current’s cheerleading group, Western Cheer, is making innovative changes in the world of sport. Following the slogan, “We Do Sport Differently,” they aim to make their classes an accepting and empowering space for all. 

Western Cheer’s new owner, Madison Biem, has always had a passion for teaching, uplifting her peers, and cheerleading. From a young age, she dreamt of becoming a cheerleader, looking up to popular cheer teams and movies like Bring It On. But she never had the chance to do anything more.