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Manitoba Agriculture farm management specialist Ben Hamm calls low enrollment in the federal AgriStability program a “missed opportunity” for livestock and crop producers. The income-based risk management tool, he argues, offers broader protection at lower costs than alternatives—yet only 20 per cent of eligible producers use it.

It's time for another Made in Manitoba, and tonight it's a return guest, a duo in fact, and one we haven't heard from for quite some time. The last time we featured them, they were known as Reg and Andreas, and the two were based in Denmark. Well, this time around, as we showcase music from their latest album "Be the Light", the  two still call Denmark home, but are now known on stage as Paradyme Duo.

Recruiters say there's been a surge of interest from American doctors considering moving to Canada since the election of U.S. President Donald Trump in November. 

Katrina Philopoulos, physician recruitment director for Nova Scotia Health, says 27 American doctors are in serious negotiations to move, talks that have so far resulted in one person being hired and a second who is expected to move to the province next year.

Dauphin RCMP execute two search warrants at local business

Media Release - April 4, 2025

On April 3, 2025, at approximately 8:30 am, as part of an ongoing investigation, Dauphin RCMP executed a search warrant at a business on Main Street in Dauphin for the second time in four months.

When officers arrived, there was one male employee inside who was also the owner.

During the search, the following was seized:

The economy shed 33,000 jobs in March, the biggest loss since January 2022, while the unemployment rate ticked higher, Statistics Canada said Friday.

The agency said the unemployment rate for March rose to 6.7 per cent compared with 6.6 per cent in February.

The hit came amid increased uncertainty caused by U.S. tariffs that have threatened economic growth.

The job losses reversed some of the gains made at the end of last year and into January.

Arrest Warrant

On April 3rd at 8:10AM Police were dispatched to the 1800 block of Lorne Avenue for a female walking into traffic. A 49-year-old female was located and found to have an RCMP endorsed Warrant for Arrest (Failure to Comply Probation). She was arrested and brought to Brandon Police Service (BPS) where fingerprints were taken. She was later released on an Appearance Notice with a court date of May 16th, 2025.

Arrest Warrant

The City of Brandon stands in solidarity with those mourning the passing of Minister John Fleury.

Media Release - April 4, 2025

We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time. Minister Fleury was a proud Red River Métis who dedicated his life to public service.

He served in the Canadian Armed Forces and his father, George Fleury, was one of the founding members of the Manitoba Métis Federation.

Funeral For:  Mildred Weiss nee Steinert 
Funeral Date: Private at a later date 
Mildred Weiss nee Steinert, 92, of Emerson formerly of Ridgeville, passed away Wednesday, April 2nd at Altona Memorial Health Centre. She is survived by 1 son, 1 brother, and their families. She was predeceased by her husband Richard.  
A private graveside service will be held at a later date with ash interment at Friedensthal Cemetery. 
Donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice. 
Arrangements by Wiebe Funeral Home, Altona. 

"Freedom Convoy" organizers Tamara Lich and Chris Barber have been found guilty of mischief for their roles in the 2022 mass protest in Ottawa.

Lich and Barber were key figures and organizers in the protest that saw hundreds of vehicles and thousands of people occupy downtown Ottawa and insist they would stay until COVID-19 public health mandates were eliminated.

Killarney-Turtle Mountain is taking steps to help thwart the spread of Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) into Killarney Lake. The council has been in contact with the provincial government for direction and support, with the first steps being to educate residents and visitors to Killarney.

On behalf of Council, Mayor Janice Smith invites everyone who wants to learn more about AIS, specifically zebra mussels, to join them at the Shamrock Centre next week Thursday, April 10th.