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Southern Alberta farmer has long-standing issues with supply-management system for smaller egg producers like himself.

A southern Alberta egg producer who had been jailed for missing a court date for violating the provincial laws governing egg production has passed a premises inspection by Egg Farmers of Alberta.

Henk Van Essen said an inspector only spent a few minutes inside his operation before coming back out and telling him he was in full compliance.

“They were so sure they were going to find thousands of chickens in this barn,” Van Essen said.

Seeding is kicking off across the province. And whether you're already putting in fertilizer, or still fine-tuning your plan, it’s important to make informed decisions when it comes to your inputs for the season ahead.

New products are everywhere on the market and choosing the right ones can determine profitability and long-term success for your farm. I’m going to talk about one group of products that gets a lot of attention -- micronutrient fertilizers.

Leonard Rye Obituary

1929 ~ 2025 (age 96)

It is with profound sadness that the family of Leonard Rye announce his

passing on Sunday, May 4th, 2025 at the age of 96.

Beloved husband of the late Madeline Rye;

loving father of Linda (Don) Yaskow, Lucille (Richard) Layton, Clarence (Myrna) Rye,

Sandra (Kirby) Goldsmith, and Darwin Rye;

cherished grandfather of 9 and great-grandfather of 19.

At Leonard's request there will be no service.

According to the Saskatchewan Highway Hotline all four west-central Saskatchewan ferry crossings — Estuary, Lancer, Lemsford and Riverhurst — remain closed for the season as of May 6. They join only the Fenton Ferry, Weldon Ferry, and Wollaston Lake Barge Ferry as the only ones yet to open in 2025.

Last year each of the four local crossings were open by May 1. It likely won't be long before the light turns green, but it's certainly something worth noting as river crossings activate for the year across Saskatchewan.

The smell of baseball and softball is in the air around west-central Saskatchewan. 

A 18U ball game took place at Berard Field in Kindersley, first pitch coming as practices were taking place nearby at Elizabeth School and all-around town to begin the week.

Joining the fun Monday night in Eatonia the 13U Wheatkings continued their season with a game against Kindersley, Eatonia coming off a game against Fox Valley on Sunday afternoon.

Country 104 and Classic Hits Radio has the latest News from the Oil Patch every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 7:40 AM brought to you by Good to Go Kindersley.

The Government of Saskatchewan has declared May as Early Childhood Education Month, with May 14 designated as Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day, to recognize the contributions of early learning professionals across the province.

The announcement highlights the important role early childhood educators (ECEs) play in supporting the physical, emotional and intellectual development of young children in Saskatchewan. Officials say the month is an opportunity to thank the thousands of professionals who design and deliver child care programming.

As Saskatchewan heads into another severe weather season, officials are urging residents to take practical steps to prepare for storms, tornadoes, and extreme conditions as part of Emergency Preparedness Week, running May 4 to 10, 2025.

This year’s theme, “Be prepared. Know your risks,” emphasizes understanding local weather hazards and having emergency plans and kits ready—particularly as unseasonably warm temperatures are already setting the stage for early storm activity.

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is searching for a missing man that's wanted man by the Saskatchewan RCMP, whom they believe could be in the southwest.

Brenden Taylor and his dog, Milly, were last seen on April 27 in Edmonton around of 91 Street and 71 Avenue. 

Country artist Amanda Hagel returned to her prairie roots Saturday, launching a new concert series at the Lyric Theatre in Swift.

The tour, These Roots That Take Me Home Country Roads, celebrates her latest release—a heartfelt rendition of John Denver’s classic “Take Me Home, Country Roads.”

The concert marks the first stop in a series that blends Hagel’s musical journey with her rural upbringing near Lancer. It’s a full-circle moment for the singer-songwriter, who’s long embraced her roots in her music.