Estevan

Motocross riders from across Saskatchewan, Manitoba and even North Dakota are gearing up for the first race of the South Corner Racing Circuit (SCRC) season this Saturday in Estevan, and there’s plenty of excitement ahead.

Randy Franke, a rider representative for the club, said everyone is eager to get going, especially with several new updates being introduced this year.

“We’ve got some new transponders and a new scoring system with live scoring available, so it’ll be a good experience for riders and for fans,” Franke said.

McHappy Day is here, and McDonald's across the country are welcoming people in to help support Ronald McDonald houses in their local area. For Saskatchewan, a Ronald McDonald House in Saskatoon has been helping out tons of people from the southeast.

Farrokh Javanmardi, the supervisor who oversees the Estevan and Weyburn McDonald's, talked about the day and what it brings to the community.

"Today is McHappy Day, and McHappy Day is sharing love, and we did the 31st anniversary for McHappy Day."

I got out for a Moose Cruise Wednesday afternoon for a couple hours. It wasn't the best time of the day to find them, but I managed to come across 4 in total. None were close enough for any decent photos. Plus, I'm waiting for a little more color, the trees are starting to change to green.

Ducks on the other hand were enjoying the water on a warm day. These two really didn't mind me hanging around for a few minutes to capture a few photos. Typically, ducks will take flight as soon as you show any signs of stopping or even slowing down. 

Becca Foord Community Development Officer for the City of Estevan joined Lyle McGillivray this morning on The Big Breakfast Show on Country106.1

A new online therapy course has been deployed by the Government of Saskatchewan, supporting new and expecting mothers and their partners. The goal of the course is to help those experiencing mental health difficulties, such as depression or anxiety. 

The University of Regina's Online Therapy Unit is offering The Wellbeing Course for New and Expecting Parents, following $380,000 in funding coming from the province.

The Estevan Legion is getting out some of their yearly donations, helping to support initiatives around the Estevan area with the money they've raised. They give out a number of donations, normally ranging in the thousands of dollars, to local community organizations that support people in Estevan. 

Frosty Forrest, the president of the Legion, talked about some of the recent donations they've made.

Agriculture is one of the largest industries in the province, and simultaneously one of the most dangerous. As seeding and calving season gets underway, safety is once again top of mind for local farmers and their employees.  

Ryan Jacobson is the Chief Executive Officer with the Saskatchewan Safety Council (SSC) and formerly operated an agricultural farm in southeast Saskatchewan. He explains that every industry experiences gaps in safety protocols. 

Estevan Southern Impact, the local armwrestling club, is ramping up fundraising efforts as members prepare to compete at Provincials in Saskatoon and Nationals in Regina. Funds raised will help with the purchase of competition-grade tables—essential equipment for training and hosting sanctioned events. These specialized tables are height-adjustable and built to exacting standards, allowing for proper hand grips, elbow pads, and peg placement, ensuring athletes can compete safely and fairly.

We had a blast at Sacred Heart School as we celebrated our April Classroom of the Month winners—Mrs. Jaworski’s Grade 5 class! Jude’s name was drawn, earning his whole class a feast from KFC Estevan and sweet treats from the Southern Plains Co-op.

As separatist discontent bubbles up anew in Alberta, experts say a vote to sever ties with Canada would pitch the country into unexplored territory on everything from money to First Nations and national parks.

“You’re in terra incognita. You’re off the map when we get to that stage of the proceedings,” said law professor Eric Adams.

“A lot of things are going to be broken on the way out the door.”