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Kyle Bennett acknowledges that septic service isn’t front of mind for a lot of people. 

“A lot of people don’t even want to think about it,” he says. “It’s one of those things where you just want to flush the toilet and not worry about it.” 

Stride Credit Union is once again collecting donations for Central Plains Cancer Services from March 10th to 21st at their branches in Austin, Gladstone, MacGregor, Neepawa, and Portage la Prairie.

“Central Plains Cancer Services supports and serves the same communities that Stride does, so it’s an easy fit,” notes Stride CEO Brent Budz. “CPCS is passionate about offering important services to rural Manitobans, and so is Stride Credit Union – so this is a good way for Stride and our staff to get involved in helping CPCS.

Stone City Coffee Roasters has grown to become a household name across the Southeast, and they couldn’t be more grateful for all the love and local support. That’s why this Friday, March 14th, they’re inviting everyone to join the celebration at the Stone City Coffee Bar inside Steinbach Sobeys.

Colleen and Jay Wohlgemuth own the small-batch Steinbach-based roastery, and she speaks with excitement when sharing all their plans for this Friday at the coffee bar.

There’s a saying they have at MaenDecks: “Once a customer, always a friend.” More an internal expression than a corporate slogan, it speaks to the company’s approach, finished product and reputation for service. 

“We spend quite a bit of time at a job,” says Joel Maendel. “We’re often there for months at a time, so most of our customers – if not all – actually become our friends. It sounds cliche, but it’s true.” 

You probably don’t think about your roof very often, right? Other than, well, it’s a roof. No leaks? No flying shingles? Then you’re probably good to go!

But Kyle Steininger, owner of Triple 6 Roofing, is here to tell you that your roof is a big deal! And it might not be in as good of shape as you think.

From roof spray foam cracks, vents and flashing installation errors, there are a lot of issues that can affect the performance of your roof and can cause leaking.

One of the many ways Hill’s Clinic Pharmacy continues to serve the residents of Portage la Prairie and the surrounding area is through Specialty Compounding.

A cutting-edge service provided by leading pharmacies, Specialty Compounding is a process through which, by working with a doctor, customized medications can be created to meet the unique needs of patients. Hill’s, for example, is able to make medication that comes in the form of capsules, creams, ointments, suppositories and oral suspensions, to name a few.

Schools across the Hanover School Division are facing a growing challenge: a shortage of substitute teachers. To keep classrooms fully staffed, the Division is expanding eligibility and now welcomes applicants with a degree from a recognized university or an Early Childhood Educator Certificate – no education degree required.  

In a season of economic uncertainty with the threat of tariffs looming large, there’s perhaps no better time to explore the best of what Manitoba has to offer. One of the best places to discover great locally made products is the Love Local MB Food, Beer and Wine Event, which is celebrating its tenth anniversary this year. 

McMahon Angus’ second annual bull sale is coming up Wednesday, March 19 at the Mankota Weigh Station. 

Red and black Angus yearling bulls are on offer. Black Angus genetics were purchased two years ago from Glen and Darla Briere at Glendar Angus. Red Angus genetics were bought out of the Running JR herd and go back to the legendary Flying K Ranch. 

Steinbach is no stranger to hockey, thanks to the Steinbach Pistons. Since lacing up their skates for the first time at the Centennial Arena in 2009, the Pistons have become a source of pride in Southeast Manitoba, etching their name among Canada’s top Junior A teams. Now, with the much-anticipated opening of the state-of-the-art Southeast Event Centre (SEC), the partnership between this modern facility and the Pistons ushers in a new era for Steinbach and the surrounding communities.