Judy Peters

As wildfires forced evacuations across parts of Manitoba this spring, officials in the Rural Municipality of Piney say a long-standing problem is putting their residents at even greater risk: the lack of reliable cell phone service. The townsite of Badger was evacuated in May, along with Woodrige, Carrick, St. Labre, and Florze.  

A chainsaw carver from Grunthal known for turning tree trunks into incredible works of art is now drawing attention for his latest creation: a nine-foot cedar polar bear commissioned by the Winnipeg Sea Bears basketball team. 

Steinbach Christian School is celebrating 75 years of providing Christ-centred education, a milestone that has brought generations of alumni, staff, students and community members together to reflect on the school's growth and enduring values. 

What began in 1949 as a small educational institution tied closely to Steinbach Bible College has since expanded to nearly 500 students and 48 staff members, with grades now ranging from kindergarten to Grade 12. 

Once temperatures and moisture levels line up, the province's most infamous summer pest will return in full force.

Dr. Bryan Cassone, a biology professor at Brandon University, says it’s remarkable how resilient mosquitoes are in surviving Manitoba winters.

"They're hardy," says Cassone. "They over-winter as either eggs or really early larvae stages depending on the species, and they're able to survive until conditions become favourable."

Southern Manitoba is in for an extended stretch of warm and sunny weather, with temperatures on the rise and little chance of rain in the forecast. 

Chris Stammers, meteorologist with Environment Canada, says the region has been enjoying comfortable conditions in the low to mid 20s, but that will change as we move further into the week. 

Southern Manitoba is in for an extended stretch of warm and sunny weather, with temperatures on the rise and little chance of rain in the forecast. 

Chris Stammers, meteorologist with Environment Canada, says the region has been enjoying comfortable conditions in the low to mid 20s, but that will change as we move further into the week. 

While wildfires in eastern Manitoba remain out of control, officials say progress on suppression efforts has allowed limited access to resume in parts of Whiteshell Provincial Park.

As of 9 a.m. Sunday, permanent residents, cottagers, commercial operators and daytime visitors are permitted to return to the Pointe du Bois area, including Provincial Road (PR) 313. However, Manitoba Parks warns the wildfire risk remains high and conditions could change quickly.

Southern Manitoba is in for an extended stretch of warm and sunny weather, with temperatures on the rise and little chance of rain in the forecast. 

Chris Stammers, meteorologist with Environment Canada, says the region has been enjoying comfortable conditions in the low to mid 20s, but that will change as we move further into the week. 

As the boating season gets underway, new data reveals that Manitoba continues to have one of the highest boating fatality rates in Canada. According to the Lifesaving Society of Manitoba, the vast majority of boating deaths could be prevented by taking one simple precaution — wearing a life jacket.

Red Rock Bible Camp has evacuated as a wildfire threat continues to impact several areas in Manitoba, including the Whiteshell Provincial Park. Camp Director Carla Ackermann says the evacuation began after Manitoba Parks decided to close the park on Wednesday evening.