Estevan

The heat wave in the southeast didn’t dampen the sizzling start to this year's Golden West's Taste of Summer charity BBQ season.

The Estevan Public Youth Centre (EPYC) was the first non-profit to benefit from the proceeds to support its summer programming. EPYC executive director Merissa Scarlett said she was very happy with the turnout.

“I love seeing so many people and just giving us a little more help than even just the $5, so that was a huge help,” Scarlett said.

Some relief will come from the scorching heat in the form of cloud cover which will eventually turn into rain later on.

While that won't drop temperatures from their current 30+ degree system, they will provide relief from searing sunshine over the next few days.

That'll even start a few storms in the area, with Environment Canada Meteorologist Terri Lang talking about what's coming by.

With the southeast experiencing a heat wave, some may be tempted to work on their tan. The summer glow can seem desirable but it can have adverse effects on the skin in the long term.

"Studies have shown that people desire tans because they perceive them as enhancing attractiveness, both for themselves and others. Some also believe that a base tan offers protection from sunburn," said a representative from Sun Safe Sask.

Nominees for the position of Souris-Moose Mountain MP have been announcing themselves following the announcement that Dr. Robert Kitchen won't be running in 2025.

Mike Strachan, the mayor of Torquay, recently announced his hope of representing the Conservative Party of Canada during the next election.

Strachan says he's been in the southeast for a while and has seen all the aspects of life in the area.

An Estevan football player will look to take their game to the next level as she's trying to get back onto a national team.

Aurora McCutcheon is looking to grab a spot in the U18 Indigenous National Team, as they compete in the U18 Women's Tackle National Championship taking place in Fredericton, NB at the end of the month.

Mark Tribiger, who coaches her on the U18 Estevan Viragoes, says it's a great team to strive for.

2024 graduate from Midale Central School, Reagan Martin was awarded the Conexus Credit Union Leadership Award. The $4000 award was presented to graduating students pursuing post-secondary education and displaying great leadership and volunteerism.  

Vice President of Strategy for Conexus Credit Union, Peter Mayne, describes what they were looking for in applicants.  

The Estevan Public Youth Centre (EPYC) is buzzing with excitement as it rolls out a series of engaging summer activities for local youth. Merissa Scarlett, the executive director of EPYC, shared details about the upcoming events and the centre's recent successes.

The first heatwave of the year has come to Estevan and City Hall is laying out a plan to protect the community. Environment Canada has issued a 'heat warning' for much of the southeast, with temps expected to reach a blistering 33 degrees Celsius, lasting for a few days.

The first heat wave of the year has arrived in southeast Saskatchewan. 

Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for Estevan and surrounding communities. Temperatures are expected to hover around 32 degrees Celsius for the next 3-5 days, according to the weather agency. Humidity will also be a factor that will add to the heat, as humidex values of 35 degrees can be expected. The weather agency is predicting these conditions will last until the weekend before the temperature cools slightly. 

Souris Moose-Mountain MP Dr. Robert Kitchen will not be seeking election during the next federal election, currently set for 2025.

He's decided to move out of the role, with a new CPC candidate to be decided in the future, with a nomination process currently ongoing.

Kitchen says all the community support he's received over the years has made it a tough decision.