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Our Classroom of the Month for March is teacher Madison LaClaire and her Grade 6 class at Westmount Elementary School. 

According to LaClaire, the class had been waiting all week for the celebration.

"It was really fun to see them really excited for the pizza, we've been talking about it all week."

The class was surprised with slices from Boston Pizza and prizes from Encore Elevator.

This is LaClaire's first year teaching in Strathmore, and she said she's loving it.

"It's great to be in a small community."

The Manitoba Junior Hockey League regular season has wrapped up, and the Steinbach Pistons are gearing up for an exciting playoff run. And we want to hear from YOU! 

Which Pistons player stood out the most this season? Whether it was a clutch goal, a game-changing save, or just their passion on the ice, now’s your chance to show your support. 

So many players made this season memorable, but we are giving ONE player bragging rights. 

Do you know a deserving classroom that goes above and beyond? Now’s your chance to recognize them! Nominate a classroom for the Classroom of the Month, where one lucky class gets a special treat.

The winners for March were Ms. Phillips class.

The nomination stated:

"They are a great group of students. I enjoy going to teach this class every day!"

The winning class enjoyed a delicious lunch from Boston Pizza, snacks from the Humboldt Coop, and some awesome swag bags from Spotlight Sport and Corporate Wear.

Even though the weather may not seem like it, Spring is in full swing, and there is fun to be had in Okotoks this weekend.

Here is what's happening around town this weekend:

Friday, March 28:

This week's Town of Okotoks Nature Friday's event is spring-themed, and the little ones will learn why flowers bloom, how plants grow, and what changes happen in nature at this time of year from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The outdoor tennis season is fast approaching, and the Moose Jaw Tennis Club is looking for youth who are interested in trying the sport. 

Mason Dodd and Carter Lichtenwald are youth ambassadors for the Moose Jaw Tennis Club. They stopped by our studios to chat about the club, their experience at the Sask Summer Games, and an upcoming “come try tennis” event on April 9. Listen to their conversation with Country 100’s Avery LeBlanc below. 

The Toronto Blue Jays fell victim on opening day to one of the coolest streaks going in pro sports today.

The Jays gave up six home runs to the visiting Baltimore Orioles in a 12-2 loss, the most notable of the bunch coming in the third inning when Canadian slugger Tyler O'Neill blasted his record setting sixth straight opening day home run:

Spring break is a time enjoyed by many and, perhaps for just as many, can be quite stressful.

"As a mom myself, I remember going, 'What am I going to do with these kids?'" says Chelsea Fernstrom, a family educator with the Steinbach Family Resource Centre (SFRC).

It's a question she assures many parents are asking as their little ones grow more excited with each passing hour.

She offers some survival tips for those wondering how they're going to manage.

After four incredible years, this past weekend marked the final episode of the Canadian Country Showcase.  Before we said goodbye to The Canadian Country Showcase, we made sure to go out with a bang! Josh Ross joined us to help close out the show, sharing stories about his experience touring with Jelly Roll, giving us some behind-the-scenes moments, and debuting his brand-new single, "Leave Me Too." Miss the last show?

The Spike & Friends Pet Services Inc. Adorable Adoptables from the Moose Jaw Humane Society this week is Callie! Callie is a 7-year-old spayed female Catahoula mix. Callie and her cat sister, Carly, are a special duo seeking their forever family together. Callie's mama loved her so very much, but sometimes life can throw you some curve balls, and recognizing that you can no longer give your beloved pets the care and attention they need while you focus on getting yourself back on track is what is best for everyone. Callie is a very sweet, gentle soul.

That awesome combination of bingo and badminton is back at Humboldt Collegiate. The event is a fundraising effort by the school’s French group and goes from 11:30 – 4:30 on Saturday, April 5 at the Collegiate commons area and the gym.  

It’s $10 per person to enter the badminton tournament in either the singles or doubles categories.