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This week’s Adorable Adoptable is bringing the fun, the sass and the snuggles. Meet Jiggy, a sweet and social kitty who’s sure to get your home feelin’ jiggy with it.

Jiggy came into the shelter with her lifelong pal Frog, and together they’ve transformed from shy cats into total cuddlebugs.

So, as I watch my children(one anyways) dip cucumbers in mayo and exclaim how delicious it is as I try not to throw up, it made me think of other weird food combos. Granted, with food, it is all a matter of opinion as to what you find is good and isn't. Example; I think onions and pickles belong in their own category: Trash Bag Foods. I can not stand either. I in many cases, am the minority in that opinion.

Get set for a special up close and personal concert experience with Saskatchewan’s own guitar virtuoso Jack Semple. Semple will be performing a solo show on Stage at the Little Manitou Art Gallery this Saturday, August 2 as a benefit for the Gallery.  

“It’s a wonderful gallery,” Semple notes. “It’s a seasonal business, so in the summertime there are customers, but in the winter, not as many. I just love all the artwork there, so I want to support it.” 

Time is running out to support the Weyburn Trails Association and potentially win a new mountain bike. They'll be making the draw on July 31st.

The volunteer-led organization is holding a raffle for a 2024 Norco Storm 1 mountain bike, with the draw scheduled for this Wednesday. All proceeds from the raffle will be used to fund equipment and build and maintain the trail system in and around Weyburn. 

Since the mid-’90s, west-central Saskatchewan oilman Clarence Rye has been closely tuned in to what’s pumping in the patch

Using data from the Government of Saskatchewan, Rye digs into the local drilling numbers, so you don't have to.

The Kindersley and District Co-op’s community lunch program is continuing this week in Eatonia, with all proceeds going toward local recreation.

This week’s lunch features chili and a bun, served at the Eatonia Community Hall on Main Street. Funds raised will support Eatonia & District Recreation.

Last week, community members gathered for burgers and hotdogs, raising $1,230 for the Kindersley 365 Air Cadets.

Bolt Brain Buster:

Which actor voiced the character of Lightning McQueen in the movie “Cars”?

Text your answers to the Humboldt Sobeys Talk and Text line 306-682-0107

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

Answer: Owen Wilson 

A pilot project from a local art gallery is set to kick off over the long weekend with a duo of talented artists at a southwest provincial park.

Aurora Wolfe and Melanie Monique Rose will stay at the Saskatchewan Landing from August 1 to 7, leading art workshops and spending time connecting with nature. 

Luke Maddaford, curator of exhibitions and programming at the Art Gallery of Swift Current, shared that the initiative is thanks to a new partnership between the Saskatchewan Landing Provincial Park and the Art Gallery of Swift Current.

A Stonybrook Middle School teacher from Steinbach has published his second children’s book, featuring illustrations by a local artist.

Don Dewey's most recent work, Daniel: God Shines in the Darkness, became available for purchase one week ago.

The meaning "between the lines"

Dewey says his newest book's message to readers is simple.

A local organization providing accessible care will be the next highlighted charity at this week’s KPMG Taste of Summer Charity BBQ. 

Headway, a community mobilization non-profit, coordinates wraparound support for high-risk youth and their families in the Steinbach area. 

Building a team 

Heidi Harder Falk, program coordinator at Headway, says finding social service support can be overwhelming and confusing.