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Romans 12:2 Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.

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October 11 is International Day of the Girl Child, a day dedicated to celebrating the voices and power of girls, championing their rights worldwide, and reflecting on the challenges they continue to face because of their gender.

Canada led the international effort to establish this day in order to draw attention to the persistent inequalities and dangers that too many girls face around the world. The United Nations subsequently adopted a resolution to formally recognize this important date.

As the chilly embraces of autumn and winter settle in across the southeast, viruses find their comfort across the prairies, too.

Flu shots will be readily available at public health clinics, local pharmacies, and select physician and nurse practitioner offices throughout the province starting tomorrow. 

Health Minister, Everett Hindley, urges residents to get vaccinated, safeguarding not only themselves but also those around them.

Winnipeg Jets fans had a lot to be thankful for on Thanksgiving Monday with an announcement that caught many by surprise.

The Winnipeg Jet Hockey Club announced on Monday that they have agreed to terms with both forward Mark Scheifele and goaltender Connor Hellebuyck on identical seven-year contract extensions with an average annual value of $8,500,000. Both of their seven-year contract extensions will begin in the 2024-25 season.

Siloam Mission hosted their annual Thanksgiving meal, Fri. Oct. 6 serving up to 750 meals to those experiencing homelessness and poverty.

Dozens of volunteers worked together to serve a traditional Thanksgiving feast ahead of the holiday. The sit-down meal included turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, coleslaw, cranberry sauce, mixed veggies and pie.

Tessa Blaikie Whitecloud, CEO of Siloam Mission, said how important it was to put together.

Starting October 19, leaders from across Canada will have the opportunity to engage with topical instruction, executive coaching, and networking through a new offering from Homefield People & Strategy.

Manitoba's MLAs have a new set of rules to disclose potential conflicts of interest with their work and personal finances.

All members of the Manitoba Legislative Assembly must follow new disclosure requirements in The Conflict of Interest (Members and Ministers) Act. The act came into force on Oct. 4, 2023.

The act requires all MLAs to disclose all assets, liabilities and sources of income with a value over $5,000 for themselves and any spouse and dependants (subject to some exceptions).

Thursday promises to be another memorable night at the Estevan Market Mall.

DiscoverEstevan's Million Dollar Auction will turn several lucky contestants into owners of highly-coveted prizes provided by our sponsors.

Here's what you need to know about the event:

Polls have now closed in Manitoba, and results are quickly coming in.

Check back here for live results. A party needs to win 29 out of the 57 seats to form a majority government.

Heading into the election the Progressive Conservative Party held 35 seats, the NDP held 18 seats, and the Liberals held three seats.

Refresh the page to see the latest numbers.

The Estevan Police Service reported that a Saturday night traffic stop of a vehicle in the downtown area resulted in charges against two people from Estevan.

Police charged 27-year-old Zack Elund with:

• Trafficking Cocaine
• Trafficking Fentanyl
• Possessing of Proceeds of Crime Under $5000 (Canadian Currency)
• Possession of Weapons for Dangerous Purpose
• Operation (motor vehicle) while prohibited

And 29-year-old Angella Chouinard was charged with: