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Construction rolls on, and the city has released a statement that your route may change a bit today.
Beginning today, Main Street South, between Triangle Road and Riverside Road will be closed to all traffic as work is set to begin on the main lanes of PTH 5A/Main Street South.
Expect to take detours, which will be routed along the new service roads.
On these freshly paved service roads, you'll be about to get to every single business along Main Street South.
Keep an eye on signage and flag people, and get ready for another shift in your daily routes.
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It's a busy week for Ag Fairs, as the "Milk Run" of fairs is taking place.
"They call it a milk run because quite a few of the light horse and horse people, they try and do a few of the fairs, 3 or 4 of them.
That's Strathclair's Ag society president Richard Aiken, who's excited for this action to swing through his area.
He also mentions that Strathclair has no shortage of events to accompany these shows.
Starting with a pancake breakfast and a parade, the day will also include laser tag, a beef show, light and heavy horse shows, Gymkhana, and a whole lot more.
Shoal Lake will be the next stop on Wednesday, with Hamiota on Thursday and Harding to follow.
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Winnipegosis Minor Baseball is now a member of Baseball Manitoba.
The diamond; however, in Winnipegosis is not up to safety standards so upgrades are needed. Those upgrades were put on the back burner, but now, they're heading to the front burner. Thanks to Red River Mutual, Winnipegosis Minor Baseball has received $18,000 which will go directly towards the upgrades.
The funds will be used to replace the dugouts and backstops, to go along with redoing the infield on both diamonds in the community. These upgrades will not increase registration fees for players which is key, as many players already rely on subsidies to play.
Tammy Sliworsky is a board member and coach within Winnipegosis Minor Ball and she's thrilled.
"We are very happy to have received that funding from Red River Mutual," said Sliworsky. "This will continue to build excitement around baseball in town."
Sliworsky is also hoping that the upgrades will drum up more interest.
"This will help keep the excitement and conversation about baseball in town going," said Sliworsky.
As this season has now come to an end for Winnipegosis Minor Baseball, they are looking back on a great summer. 41 players registered to play with the oldest team being U11. As noted above, Winnipegosis Minor Ball also joined Baseball Manitoba and Parkland Minor Baseball.
"That's 41 families that are committing to get their kids to practice and games," ended Sliworsky. "It was a very positive experience not only for the kids, but the coaches, and parents as well."
It's safe to say that Walleye baseball is stronger than ever and upgrades are now on the way to spruce things up.
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Over 450 Canadians die in preventable water-related incidents every single year.
In Manitoba alone, on average, there are 22 fatal drownings every year. From 2015 to 2019, 110 people in Manitoba lost their lives due to drowning and 75 percent of fatalities were males. 10 percent of fatalities were also those aged between 0 and four. Of those between 0 and four years old, 100 percent of the fatalities were because their supervisor was absent or distracted.
These statistics were brought to light by the Lifesaving Society of Manitoba as it's National Drowning Prevention Week. While spending time in the water is an extremely enjoyable thing to do during the summer months, it's critical to take extra care.
"We always say swim with a buddy, make sure someone is always with you or you're around people," says Dr. Christopher Love, Water Smart® & Safety Management Coordinator. "We recommend, if you have the choice, go somewhere where there is supervision because that adds a layer of protection."
While the Lifesaving Society of Manitoba is still awaiting numbers from the past few years, Love added the number one factor they see in drowning fatalities is intoxication, whether that be alcohol or other drugs.
"This goes without saying, but you must stay sober while on the water," commented Love "It's the best practice and it could end up saving your life."
In Manitoba, alcohol consumption is a factor in 35% of boating-related fatalities, higher than in other provinces. The consequences in Manitoba for impaired boating and impaired driving are identical. Leave the booze at home; it can lead to disastrous consequences on the water.
It's also highly recommended that you and any kids wear a life jacket. Not wearing a life jacket was a factor in 53% of boating deaths in Manitoba. Life jackets must fit properly and be in good working conditions. Buckles and zippers should be functioning and intact. Everyone should wear lifejackets while boating and anyone who cannot swim – especially young children – should wear a lifejacket while swimming.
If, by chance, you are going on the water alone, you should let a friend know exactly where you are going and how long you may be.
"It's very important to ensure as many layers of protection as possible when you're doing any water-based activity," he ended. "Plan ahead, it's the proper thing to do.
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Canada's National Ukrainian Festival (CNUF) is right around the corner.
The annual festival will again occur south of Dauphin during the August Long weekend.
Regarding preparing for the 2024 festival, Kayla Gillis says things are going very well.
"We are set to go, all entertainment is booked," offered Gillis. "Ticket sales are going fantastic. We're ready to go, it's going to be another incredible festival."
Taking place August 2 to 4, the three-day event is extremely affordable with a weekend pass costing just $150, which gets you into every grandstand show all weekend. You can also get a Friday pass for just $60, while day passes for Saturday and Sunday are $70 apiece.
You can get your tickets by heading to CNUF. That is also where camping passes are available. Lower camping spots for the weekend are just $75 while an upper camping spot is $100.
"It is one big family at CNUF, you need to come and be a part of it," she ended. "Regardless of what your background is, it is phenomenal how everyone comes out to support and have a great time. If you have never been before, make it a part of your summer plans this year."
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In the courts this past week, a 28-year-old Dauphin man had a number of charges related to a mid-January arrest near Ste Rose stayed by the crown.
However, Clint Nepinak is still scheduled to return to court next answer to answer to a drug possession charge.
And a Dauphin man arrested by Yellowhead RCMP following a November 2022 incident was also back in court.
40-year-old Wayne Becks faces several charges including aggravated assault and uttering threats, and remains in custody until his next court appearance on Tuesday.
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As we inch closer to the Manitoba Summer Games, the host committee continues the task of scheduling the hundreds of volunteers signed up to help during the August 11th to 17th event.
A total of three shift scheduling nights are planned for next week, when volunteers can find out when they will be working and what they will be doing, as well as giving them the opportunity to sign up for additional shifts if they wish.
Those sessions are set for Monday from 11 am to 2 pm, and both Wednesday and Thursday from 4 to 7 pm, all at Credit Union Place.
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Recent announcements around big game draws have drawn the attention of the Manitoba Wildlife Federation.
In Big Game Hunting zones 9A, 10, 15, and 15A, Moose tags have been reduced by 75% for people seeking to bag a moose this year
Chris Heald, senior policy advisor with the Manitoba Wildlife Federation says there's concern held by licensed hunters in northern Manitoba.
"The problem is that these communities, Thompson and into the Northernaire Lake, a lot of these are the residents of these communities. The Thompson residents are going to take the hardest hit here. It's disheartening that We weren't involved in any of the conversations about this, there was zero communication from the province."
Heald also suggests that this decision was not backed by significant evidence.
"The only data they have for those areas is licensed hunter-harvest reporting. First Nations and metis do not report harvest, so they don't have the data to do this measure here."
Moving forward, Heald states he'd like to see more open conversation and evidence-based decisions, something he thinks is lacking in this situation.
The affected Big Game hunting zones include Big Game Hunting zones 9A, 10, 15, and 15A.
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The Manitoba government has announced that entry into all provincial parks will be free all of next week.
Starting Monday and continuing until July 21st, vehicle permits will not be needed to visit any provincial park.
This does not extend though to National Parks in Manitoba such as Riding Mountain.
And nightly fees will still apply if you want to camp in a Manitoba Provincial park during that time.
Anyone wanting to camp in a provincial park can make a reservation through the Parks Reservation Service at www.manitobaparks.com or by calling 1-888-482-2267.
In a news release, the government says the week long initiative - along with other free park access opportunities during the year - aim top ensure that cost is not a barrier for anyone looking to enoy Manitoba's outdoors.
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An Ethelbert man charged in connection with a case of arson at a home in that community last month has made another court appearance.
54-year-old Marc Dorais faces charges including Arson with Disregard to human life, and remains in custody until his next appearance in Dauphin court next Wednesday.
And one of three people arrested after a New Year's Eve robbery on the Ebb & Flow First Nation has been given a new court date.
27-year-old Braden Moar of Ebb & Flow remains in custody and will be back in court on Ju;y 23
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The Agricultural world continues its seasonal shift, with what feels like the first hot week of summer bringing changes.
One of those changes is the Insect population, something Dr. John Gavloski knows all about.
"Flea beetles are naturally dying off once we get into July. We're pretty much out of the flea-beetle pressure right now. Levels are naturally decreasing because the overwinter beetles are dying out and in most cases, the canola in not beyond the susceptible stages."
His reports detail other rising pests populations which include grasshoppers in the central and northwest areas, True Armyworms in interlake forage crops, and the first soybean aphids in the Elm Creek area.
Gavloski notes that both the grasshopper and aphid populations have been heavily delayed due to the heavy rain and generally cooler start to the season.
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