Martens Mutterings: Just give it a day

So, a few days ago I was setting up a trampoline net for the girls, so all three of them could safely jump. The net said it fit 10/12/14/16 foot trampoline, so I figured great, it's a relatively universal one so that's awesome. I proceed to start setting it up, put a few things on backwards, got frustrated and fixed them. As the poles began going up, I started working to fix the net onto the poles, and it was not making sense. I kept doing different iterations, but nothing was working. So after over an hour of working at it, I stopped and went inside.

Trans-Canada Highway down to one lane near Rush Lake

The Trans-Canada Highway is currently experiencing delays in the eastbound lanes near Rush Lake. 

Crews are on site, with a pilot vehicle on site to guide traffic through the one-lane restriction. 

The work zone is an eight-kilometre stretch.

Motorists are asked to expect delays, with the work scheduled for completion by 5 p.m. 

Updates can be monitored on the Highway Hotline, where drivers can stay ahead of any detours, delays or dangers on Saskatchewan roadways. 

Highway 4 culvert installation requires caution

Highway 4 travellers are being advised of construction taking place roughly 14 kilometres south of Rosetown. 

Crews are working to install a new culvert where the old one had previously washed away. 

For months, the Highway Hotline has advised that drivers passing through this area use extreme caution. 

The work is expected to last for the majority of September, only finishing by September 26 if everything goes to plan. 

UPDATE: Riverhurst Ferry closed for repairs

UPDATE- 11:00 a.m.:

The Riverhurst Ferry has reopened.

 

ORIGINAL- 8:00 a.m.:

The Riverhurst Ferry is closed for repairs. 

The Saskatchewan Ministry of Highways sent out an official alert for the closure, warning travellers to plan an alternative route. 

Currently, there is no publicly available timeline for the repairs to be completed. 

For updates, motorists are advised to check the Highway Hotline to see when the ferry resumes operation. 

Highway work near Maple Creek

Work is taking place on Highway 271 near Maple Creek today. 

The road to Fort Walsh and the Nekaneet First Nation is having street sweeping take place today. 

The work extends from Highway 724 to Highway 724, which works because Highway 271 interrupts Highway 724 from the west end of Maple Creek to the Highway 271 turn south. 

Motorists are asked to use caution and to slow down when workers are present. 

Updates can be found on the Highway Hotline, where motorists can preview any delays, detours, or dangers on Saskatchewan highways. 

Swift Current preparing for annual Terry Fox Run

This year’s Terry Fox Run is gathering support from the community. 

The theme of this year’s event is “Finish It,” which amplifies the Terry Fox Foundation’s desire to find a cure for cancer, as well as finishing the Marathon of Hope, which was cut short in September of 1980. 

Swift Current residents are invited to join the local event this Sunday. Kim Targerson, event organizer, explains how anyone can get involved. 

Prairie Flint Hosts Silver Screen kickoff party with local talent

Swift Current’s Prairie Flint came alive with music, film, and community spirit as the shop hosted the kickoff party for Silver Scream, a project by filmmaker Devon Oman and Dead Prairie Productions.

Owner Kayla Weston was thrilled to welcome the community to enjoy live performances and celebrate the film’s Saskatchewan roots.

"That's the best thing I've ever heard in my life" Richmound Mayor on Didulo

Relief for Richmound and the village residents. 

Mayor of Richmound, Brad Miller, has received various messages following Romana Didulo's Monday court appearance, celebrating her conditions. 

Chief among them is the order to remain at least 50 kilometres away from Richmound. 

Curti acclaimed to Holy Trinity Catholic School Board

RCMP Constable Tony Curti is taking his commitment to students to a different table.

He has been acclaimed as a board member for the Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Separate School Division. 

Curti will represent the Swift Current subdivision.

His acclamation means there will be no need for a byelection.

Curti also acts as the school resource officer of the Swift Current Municipal RCMP.

Defence begins case in Rosetown human trafficking trial

A human trafficking trial connected to our region has resumed after a summer recess, with the defence beginning to present its case.

The proceedings against Mohammad Masum and Sohel Haider had paused in June after the Crown wrapped up its case. Among the witnesses were Cypress Hills MLA Doug Steele and former MLA Hugh Nerlien, who both testified for the prosecution.