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As fall settles across Saskatchewan, hunters in West Central Saskatchewan are gearing up for another season of outdoor adventure. Known for its wide-open landscapes and abundant wildlife, the region offers some of the best hunting opportunities in the province. Whether you're after white-tailed deer, or waterfowl, 2024 is shaping up to be a promising season for both seasoned hunters and newcomers alike.

Rosetown, SK – The Rosetown and Kyle RCMP responded to various incidents between September 20 and September 26, 2024. Below is a summary of calls for service during this period:

• September 20, 5:36 p.m. – Rosetown RCMP received a report of a suspicious person in Harris, SK. Members patrolled the area but were unable to locate the individual.

Saskatchewan is known for its endless blue skies, sprawling prairies, and some of the most powerful winds in Canada. Often referred to as the "Land of Living Skies," this province is also home to gusts that are as much a part of the landscape as its wheat fields and grain elevators.

Fall golfing in Saskatchewan is a beauty that meets the challenge of finding lost balls. As the leaves turn gold, orange, and red, fall provides a stunning backdrop for golfers across Saskatchewan. With crisp air, fewer crowds, and scenic landscapes, autumn rounds are a delight. However, they also present a unique challenge: finding your golf ball amid the vibrant fall foliage.

The Government of Saskatchewan is implementing a Financial Literacy 10 course that will be required for high school graduation. MLA and Minister of Education Jeremy Cockrill says the decision to implement the course was a result of input from students, families, educators, and indiviuals in the business sector. 

Canada's labour minister says striking grain terminal workers in Metro Vancouver and their employers have reached a tentative labour deal.

Steven MacKinnon announced the agreement between Grain Workers Union Local 333 and the Vancouver Terminal Elevators’ Association in a post on social media platform X, but provided no other details.

The union confirmed the tentative deal in a statement on Facebook, saying its members will conduct the ratification vote by Oct. 4.

In recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Golden West Radio is joining media outlets across Canada on Monday, September 30, for A Day to Listen 2024.

The day is an initiative led by the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF) where radio stations from coast to coast broadcast Indigenous voices, stories, and discussions, helping to raise awareness about the ongoing journey toward reconciliation.

Statistics Canada released data on Saskatchewan's second quarter population estimates. Currently, the province's estimated population is 1,239,865, a difference of 6797 since last April. Overall, there was an increase of roughly 2.5 percent since last year. 

Saskatchewan’s agriculture sector continues to thrive in 2024, with three key commodities each surpassing $1 billion in export value. Non-durum wheat exports have reached $1.7 billion, while canola seed and canola oil exports have hit $1.3 billion and $1.1 billion, respectively. Several other agri-food exports are also on track to exceed the $1 billion mark by the end of the year.

Barbara Nolan, an Anishnaabe elder on a mission to promote her nation's language, says she loves to hear stories about how her work is influencing children.

Nolan launched a series of online videos last month to introduce the language — called Anishinaabemowin — to the very youngest members of the community.