Estevan

The Estevan Legion presented the first poppy of the year to a local veteran to kick off this year's fundraising efforts. 

Craig Bird and Legion president Frosty Forrest presented the first poppy for Estevan's poppy campaign to World War II veteran Jim Spenst at the Estevan Nursing Home.

Nearly 500 nurses, educators, steel workers, transit workers and more rallied Thursday in front of the Saskatoon Cabinet Office. The demonstration comes on the second day of the Saskatchewan Federation of Labour Convention. President of CUPE Saskatchewan Kent Peterson says workers in both the public and private sectors have had enough of Scott Moe, and the group encourages residents to vote for change on October 28th.

Saskatchewan has just a bit more work to do before harvest is done with the latest crop report showing the province's progress.

According to their report harvest progress increased by two per cent between October 8 and 14, currently sitting at 99 per cent complete.

Harvest has been fully completed by producers in the southeast, southwest and west-central regions. The northeast nearly has its crops harvested with that area reporting 99 per cent completion. The east-central and northwest regions are just barely behind the pack with both having 98 per cent complete.

They've done it again. 

The ECS Elecs Senior Boys Volleyball team dominated the WCS Eagles on Tuesday night, walking away as the winner of this year's Co-op Challenge alongside the senior girls team. Just like in game 1, the boys were able to sweep their rival with 33-31, 25-19, and 27-25 results respectively. Head coach Bryton Such was happy with the team's performance on the court.

UPDATE: Holley Graham won the gift card this morning. A black cat is considered bad luck.

FAVA'S FRIDAY TRIVIA with Toe Bean Co: What color cat is considered to be bad luck? Winner will be announced at 8:40.

Text your guess right now (306) 636-6106 for a chance to win a $25 gift card to Toe Bean Co!

Get a FREE COOKIE for your pet with your purchase when you stop by the store today - even if you got the answer wrong!

Saskatchewan dynamic duo, The Johner Brothers, are back with their new single "Bring Back The Mullet"! This weekend, Brad Johner joins us to talk about the comeback track and share one of his favourites from the past. Plus, we'll revisit a 2022 #1 from Tyler Hubbard.

Catch the Canadian Country Showcase on Saturdays at 12 pm and Sundays at 4 pm across the Golden West Country Network. 

The federal government is slashing immigration targets to levels that will flatten population growth as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau admits the government did not get the balance right after the COVID-19 pandemic.

The government had targeted bringing in 500,000 new permanent residents in both 2025 and 2026.

Next year's target will instead be 395,000 new permanent residents, and that will fall to 380,000 in 2026 and 365,000 in 2027.

The Estevan Legion's poppy campaign is set to begin Friday, with the money raised going to support local veterans.

With the annual fundraising effort again starting up, Estevan Legion member and veteran Craig Bird talks about what that money does for local veterans.

If you are in the mood for some spooktacular fun this weekend, the Estevan and area has a variety of events for for ghosts and ghouls of all ages.   

Friday  

Trail of Terror 6:30 – 8:30 pm, at Rotary Hall/ Preddy Trails at Woodlawn. 

Brian Johnson, a former Estevan city councillor, is running in the upcoming municipal election, aiming to return to local politics with a focus on utilizing his 16 years of experience to benefit the community.

“I know that I can be of good help to the city of Estevan, the citizens, and the surrounding communities,” said Johnson, who believes his time away from council has given him a fresh perspective. He acknowledged that while the city has moved forward with important projects, there is still much to be done.