Weyburn

The Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Eleanor Olszewski was in Saskatchewan earlier this week for two key announcements, including $4.2 million for the province's ag sector. 

"By building on Saskatchewan’s many strengths and investing in them, we’re helping create good jobs and grow one strong Canadian economy."

There are two seasons in Saskatchewan: winter, and construction season. While it's a great time of year to hit the highway for an adventure in our beautiful province, it's also a great time of year to repair our highways. 

This is why the province of Saskatchewan is reminding drivers heed the signage in work zones also known as orange zones, as they are there for a reason.

These signs must be obeyed whenever posted, even if the driver does not see anyone working at the time.

This week, Alberta farmers learned more about the $5.2 million in funding planned for the province's two crop diversification centres.

Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation RJ Sigurdson says the province's farmers directly benefit from the work being done at CDC North near Edmonton, and CDC South near Brooks.

The funding supports upgrades and replacements to greenhouses, labs, and administrative buildings at both sites, as well as research essentials such as seed, fertilizer, and pesticides.  

Alberta Beef Producers have decided to withdraw from the Canadian Cattle Association.

Board Chair Doug Roxburgh says they've been talking with the organization about their concerns for years regarding governance and fiscal transparency.

He notes over the past five years there's been some discussion going on around the move, noting the final decision came following extensive deliberation and strategic review.

Weyburn’s local firefighters learn about their duties and refine their skills at the Weyburn Fire Associations training area adjacent to the fire hall. President of the WFA, Mike Hudson says the area was created thanks to the inspiration of their training officer. 

A group of concerned atmospheric scientists have issued a position statement, calling on the provincial government to reverse its decision on extending the life of coal-fired power plants beyond the federal government’s mandated date of December 31, 2029. The provincial government’s stance also counters a draft plan from SaskPower that was developed after public consultations to comply with the CER by switching to solar and wind power generation, developing natural gas-fired power generation, and importing power from other jurisdictions.  

Saskatchewan's weekly crop report shows most of the province received plenty of rain last week.

This weekend, Oungre Memorial Regional Park (OMRP) roughly 35 minutes south of Weyburn on Highway 35 will be full of activity as their hosting their annual Halloween in the Park, their Halloween-themed four-person Adult Golf Tournament, and a two-person Youth Golf Tournament.  

The Halloween in the Park will take place later on tonight running from 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm. Trick or treaters will dress up in their favourite costumes and head around the park, trying to fill up their bucket or even a pillowcase.  

In Canada, there are currently over 1000 people waiting for a stem cell match. This is why Canadian Blood Services is urging Canadians to add their name to the Stem Cell registry, as it increases those individuals chance of finding a match. 

Aaron Barlow, Community Development Manager for Canadian Blood Services Saskatchewan, explains they're looking for people ages 17 to 35 to join the registry, especially those with diverse ethnic backgrounds. 

While the sun has been shining here in the southeast for the most part this week, this will soon be changing again, with a thunder system expected to bring even more moisture to the area.

The forecast calls for a system beginning this weekend, which could keep the rain falling into next week.