Westman

Southern Manitoba could see a touch of frost overnight, a reminder that summer is winding down as students prepare to return to school next week.

Frost risk tonight only

Environment Canada is calling for clear skies tonight with temperatures dropping to 4 C. With light winds expected overnight, forecasters say there is a risk of frost developing in low-lying areas. Fog patches could also form.

The chilly temperatures will be short-lived. By Monday afternoon, the forecast calls for sunshine and a high of 23 C, with overnight lows around 9 C.

From military drills to Music City stages, Canadian country artist Robert Ross is proving that the path from soldier to singer is paved with passion, stories, and good old-fashioned country music.

Ross, a former sergeant in the Canadian Army, is currently on a cross-country tour performing at legions across Canada — and he's bringing his show to the Carman Legion on Sunday, August 24th at 7:00 PM.

The Miami Community Centre Hall became a showcase for the best of Manitoba’s gardens on August 21st during the Miami Horticulture Club’s 135th Show. A longstanding event in the club, this year’s show featured guest speakers, displays of the club’s junior division, and an excellent show of intergenerational passion for horticulture. 

Boundary Co-op is a big believer in participation, and developing & strengthening leadership, communication and self-awareness skills. And sponsoring young people to attend Summer Camp is a great investment in the future of their organization and the development of the next generation.

Every year Boundary Co-op invests in the youth of their trading area through their summer camp program, where a portion of the registration fee is covered by Boundary Co-op funding.

Funeral For:  Agatha Kroeger
Funeral Date: Pending 
Agatha Kroeger, 86, of Winnipeg passed away peacefully Wednesday, August 13th at St. Boniface Hospital. She is survived by 2 daughters, 1 son-in-law, 1 grandson, 3 sisters, 2 brothers, and 2 sisters-in-law. She was predeceased by her husband Victor David Kroeger, 2 sisters, 2 brothers, 1 sister-in-law and 1 brother-in-law. 
The funeral arrangements for Agatha Kroeger are pending and will be by invitation only. We ask that you respect the family's wishes for privacy.

Abbotsford, BC resident Iona Snair is eager to come home to the Westman Region as guest speaker at the 'Joy in the Journey' women's retreat taking place at Turtle Mountain Bible Camp in late September.

Snair was born and raised in Brandon and still has strong ties to the community so there was no hesitation from the retreat organizing committee to ask Iona to join them at this, their second retreat for women in southwest Manitoba.

The newest chapter volunteering under the Habitat for Humanity Manitoba banner is the Neepawa chapter.  Habitat Neepawa started in January 2024 and now at the end of August 2025 they're close to not only completing their first build project but also paying for that build project, with their sights on the second.

The committee has held multiple fundraisers and has also benefitted from organizations such as Tim Hortons Smile Cookie Campaign, Fuel Good Day with Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op, and HyLife Days.

Funeral For: Dennis Duerksen 
Funeral Date: August 25, 2025 
Dennis Duerkson, 83, of Steinbach passed away Wednesday, August 20th at his residence. He is survived by his wife Adeline, two daughters, 1 son and their families. He was predeceased by 1 daughter. 
The funeral service for Dennis Duerksen will be held Monday, August 25th at 2:30pm at Kleefeld Church of God in Christ, Mennonite with burial at the church cemetery.  
Viewing will be at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, Sunday, August 24th from 7pm to 7:30pm as well as at the church prior to the service. 

Funeral For: Elvira Sudfeld
Funeral Date: August 25, 2025 
Elvira Sudfeld, 83, of Winnipeg formerly of Paraguay, passed away Sunday, August 17th at Concordia Hospital. She is survived by her husband Martin, 6 siblings, 2 sisters-in-law, 3 brothers-in-law, many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by 2 siblings. 
The funeral service for Elvira Sudfeld will be held Monday, August 25th at 11am at Elmwood Mennonite Brethren Church, 145 Henderson Highway, with burial at Glen Eden Cemetery. 
Viewing will be at the church prior to the service. 

Funeral For:  Donna Marlene Daher
Funeral Date: August 26, 2025 
Donna Marlene Daher, 81, of Stonewall formerly of Morden, passed away Wednesday, August 20th at Stonewall and District Health Centre. She is survived by her husband Robert, 1 son, and 2 grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents Jacob and Dorothy Dyck. 
The funeral service for Donna Marlene Daher will be held Tuesday, August 26th at 2pm at MacKenzie Funeral Chapel, Stonewall with burial at Stonewall Cemetery. 
Donations may be made to Interlake Eastern Health Foundation.