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“When you bring your vehicle to us, it’s not just about fixing the damage – it’s about restoring your confidence on the road.”

This from Tyler Kruk from Dunn Ram Chrysler, where their Collision Centre has been recognized as one of the top three collision repair centres in Manitoba by the Manitoba Motor Dealer Association.

“This recognition means the world to us,” shares Kruk, Collision Centre Manager at Dunn. “It’s a testament to the hard work our team puts in every day to ensure that every vehicle we repair is safe, reliable, and looking its best.”

Norma Buydens didn’t set out to be a lawyer. Her passion, and focus of her undergrad degree, was History. Then life came calling.

“I had my first child, and then I became a foster parent to teenagers related to my husband who had been abused,” she recalls. “After bringing them into our home and working through some of their issues I thought, ‘I would like to be able to do something about this’.”

It’s a common New Year’s Resolution: "I want to read more." 

If that’s the case, McNally Robinson Booksellers has you covered with a fresh slate of books to start the new year. Co-owner Chris Hall joined Nolan Kehler on Morning Light to share more about them for the show’s “What to Read” segment, which airs on the first Friday of every month. 

“Once I became a coach, I realized that I couldn’t keep it to myself.”  

With a desire to educate herself for the sake of her own personal well-being, Kristin Friesen ended up becoming a certified nutritionist in 2015.   

“I didn’t know how to eat well. I’d always been on this diet or that. I thought that it’d be a good way to learn how to feed myself and my family, not really thinking about it becoming a job.” 

Just because customers might not approach vehicle-buying like they did in the past doesn’t mean they stopped valuing friendly, helpful service. Quite the contrary, in fact. Not only do people expect even more information, but they prefer it personalized to their unique lifestyles.

And it’s exactly what they find when they visit – in person or virtually – Steinbach Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram.

Pharmasave in Portage la Prairie has been making significant strides in 2024, as the local pharmacy continues to expand services, offer new products, and strengthen its ties with the community. From exciting renovations to staff training and charitable involvement, Pharmasave is committed to enhancing its role as a vital resource for the people of Portage and beyond.

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As winter’s arrival signals challenging, even treacherous, driving conditions, Cornie Fehr reminds motorists to slow down, stay safe and respect the roadside emergency vehicles that are doing important work.

“This is a busy and dangerous job in the wintertime,” says Fehr, owner-operator of CV Towing. “Pulling people out of ditches and stuff like that can be very dangerous, because even when there’s slippery roads people don’t seem to slow down much. I would appreciate it if they did a little more.”

With a brand-new office and new staff, it’s almost like Christmas came early for Leo’s Mobile Tax Service this year. And they’re excited to share the goodwill.

“When your wallet hurts from spending all your money on Christmas presents,” jokes Leo Deurbrouck Jr., founder of Leo’s Mobile Tax Service, “make sure you come to us to do your taxes. That way you’ll get every penny of your refund or pay as little as possible and save your wallet!”

Toys in all their forms —  large or small, bright blue or soft pink, hardy or soft — are a staple during the Christmas season. The joy of receiving a new toy or a fuzzy stuffed companion is not limited to people. It extends to the family’s pets, too.  

At RuffMutts, which has locations in Morden, Altona, and Niverville, one can find a selection of pet toys that is thoughtfully curated to ensure that the personality and preference of each furry family member is represented.  

When you’re operating one of the largest arts councils in Saskatchewan, you’re never not busy. If there’s not a school or senior program to facilitate, there’s a grant to award; if there’s not a lineup of concerts to schedule, there’s contracting and planning to do it.

“We have just finished planning our 2025/26 season,” says Helen Arnold, Administrator for the Swift Current Arts Council (SCAC), adding that she’s also excited for the several concerts remaining on the current season’s programme.