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Lake Minnewasta has long been a favourite destination for events during the summer months. This year, the lake will extend the fun of fair season into autumn with its Lakeside Festivities event in early October.  

Trisha Hoeppner, a recent addition to the City of Morden’s team, is planning the event as her first undertaking in her new role as events coordinator.  

“I feel like fall is something that we haven't tapped into,” she says. “Who doesn't love fall?” 

Last night, Sunset Ridge residents showed why they were crowned Cochrane's 2024 Best Neighbourhood.

Over 1,000 people popped by the central park to enjoy Sunset's prize for winning the 4th annual vote between 12 Cochrane neighbourhoods.

We’ve teamed up with Canad Inns to celebrate the grand opening of Manitoba’s brand-new entertainment venue – Destination Dinner Stage!

To kick things off in style, we’re giving YOU a chance to win FREE TICKETS to the opening night of their brand-new show, "Golden Gals Vacation"! 

Tiffany Krahn and Harold Espinosa from Sixteen13 Ministry are excited about taking part in Morden’s highly anticipated Pop Culture Expo this weekend (Sept. 28-29). The event promises to bring together gaming, pop culture, and ministry outreach, with Krahn leading the charge in the gaming department and Espinosa guiding the broader vision of the ministry.

Looking for a family-friendly event in Morden? Steinbach's acclaimed Looking Glass Theatre is bringing their action-packed production of Treasure Island to the Kenmor Theatre for a special one-night performance on Friday, October 4th, at 7:00 PM. This thrilling show marks the beginning of the theatre company’s first full season and offers Morden residents a unique opportunity to experience live, professional theatre right in their community.

Hello and welcome to Made in Manitoba as we look ahead to National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30th. We're proud to have Winnipeg's Indian City joining us tonight for a return to our weekly spotlight.

The bugs are back. *shivers*

Box Elder Bugs are those black insects with red or orange markings on their bodies. They are primarily attracted to box elder trees but can also attach to other types of maple and ash trees as well. They can also be found everywhere, on everyone and in everything! 

One of our morning show hosts had one sitting on her mic this morning and I had one fly into my hair yesterday... *Shivers again.*

Students at the schools in the city of Weyburn are joining others across Canada in the Terry Fox Walk. This yearly event helps raise money and awareness for cancer research, keeping Terry Fox’s dream of finding a cure alive.

The walk honours Terry’s journey and teaches students about the importance of helping those with cancer.

This week featured the first-ever Classroom Of The Month winner from Ms. Gandhi’s classes at Woodlawn School.

Long-time educator Ms. Gandhi had never hosted the long-running party from MIX 96 until Maddison, a dedicated student who has been entering for the title throughout her school years, finally had her name drawn as the winner.

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 first winners were Mrs. Moore’s Grade 7M class at Humboldt Public School. The nomination recognized Mrs. Moore for her kindness and the wonderful atmosphere she creates for her students.

"Mrs. Moore is so kind and sweet!"