Community

Steinbach Christian School (SCS) is celebrating 75 years of providing faith-based education.

This journey reflects the school’s commitment to faith, family, and community. The milestone is a celebration of the past and a promise of hope for the future. 

"There is no doubt that the relative success of communities in southeast Manitoba is built on the Christian values shared by our parents and grandparents," says Board Chair Travis Neufeld. "Understanding what has made us successful is important for the next generation to also achieve success."

Time is running out to get your tickets for 50/50 for Change in support of SaskAbilities!

The grand prize draw is happening on Friday afternoon at 2:30 p.m., where someone will receive a life-changing phone call telling them they are the winner of half the jackpot, which continues to grow.

We're starting the day with a total prize pool of $9280, with half supporting SaskAbilities and the recreation programs they offer to youth in our community and the other half going to one lucky winner!

My billet designs 

The Weyburn Rotary Club is getting set for their Pitmaster BBQ Night on Thursday, October 17th. Taking place at the Royal Canadian Legion #47 here in Weyburn from 7:00-9:00 p.m. featuring guest speaker Adam Mazer of Bud’s BBQ in Ogema, SK. A fantastic night with even better food, former president and member of the Weyburn Rotary Club, Doug Loden is excited to maybe learn a few tricks to upgrade his grilling game. 

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Tune in to the morning show or check back tomorrow for the answer!

An addiction recovery program in Manitoba is in need of help as it heads into the final quarter of 2024.

"One of the main recovery programs we offer is an in-residence program," says Keith Stewart, a director with Adult and Teen Challenge of Central Canada. "We have five in-residence campuses and we're operating right at capacity right now. We have 19 in-community programs as well, offered around the province."

October is Domestic Abuse Awareness Month and a local ministry is helping churches be better equipped to help women and families in need. 

"Called to Peace Ministries is a Christian ministry that provides advocacy for women that are experiencing domestic abuse, as well as church partnerships that want to support these women," says Rose Catellier, a domestic abuse victim advocate and church partner liaison with Called to Peace. "The church should be the safest place on earth for women that are experiencing abuse."

Link Neufeld talks blues, harmonicas, and upcoming concert

Local harmonica sensation Link Neufeld, of the band Link & the Moustaches, stopped by for an exciting morning of music and conversation. Known for his dynamic harmonica skills, Link discussed his musical journey, the upcoming concert, and even treated listeners to a live in-studio performance.

The Pat Porter Active Living Centre is hosting an Open House all week long and non-members can try out their programs. 

Executive Director Audrey Harder shares that Wednesday is free programming all day. 

The Seniors For Kids Society has a Masquerade party fundraiser on Saturday. 

There will be live music,  dancing, drinks, and disguises at the Lions Event Centre on October 19th.