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Country music fans flocked to the festival site over the Canada Day long weekend as Countryfest returned just south of Dauphin.
The four-day event kicked off with 730 CKDM's Thursday Night Kick-Off Party which was headlined by the Road Hammers and a packed crowd on the Bell MTS Stage. Walker Hayes headlined Friday while Dierks Bentley put on an incredible show on Saturday.
Duane McMaster is the president of Countryfest and he feels things are back to normal.
"Things went very well, we had some great crowds and the weather was fantastic," said McMaster. "There was a lot of great response about the shows, everyone is still talking about Dierks. People also loved our indigenous artist's showcase. It was a great weekend and it felt great to be back."
Then on Sunday evening, John Fogerty brought a packed crowd to the amphitheatre and he had the crowd singing and smiling for his entire show.
"He put on one heck of a show, it was a sing-along party," said McMaster. "We were really looking forward to him being on the stage and it was definitely worth the wait."
This year's festival also brought forward an amazing group of volunteers and McMaster is very thankful for all of the help.
"Simply put, we wouldn't be able to do what we did without the amazing volunteers, kudos to all of you," offered McMaster.
Countryfest 2023 has officially come to a close and now, the festival's board of directors will focus on returning for 2024.
"We will be back," ended McMaster. "The planning process now begins and it's going to be another great show."
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Charlie Major headlined the event last year and this year, there will be plenty of amazing entertainment alongside all of the other amazing activities planned.
Mossey River Days is set to return to Winnipegosis beginning on Friday and it runs until Sunday afternoon. 730CKDM's Al Gaines will kick off the festivities with the Al Morning Show on Friday starting at 7:00 and you can also take part in the golf tournament which is played on your own time at the Winnipegosis Golf Course.
There will be a New Horizon's Senior Cribbage tournament on Friday afternoon at 1:00 and the Boulevard Beer Garden's open at 5 on Friday night. Bed of Roses - Bon Jovi Tribute Band takes centre stage at 10:30 on Friday night.
Riley Chartrand is with the planning committee and he knows how excited everyone is for Mossey River Days.
"We're very excited to come back to our roots and get outside," said Chartrand. "We're going to have a ton of fun throughout the two days and we're looking forward to everyone joining us."
Saturday's list of activities kicks off with the Winnipegosis Minor Ball pancake breakfast at the curling rink from 8 to 11 and the slo-pitch tournament hits the diamonds at 10. There is also a perogy sale from 11 to 6 and Alex Lytwyn presents Wheels of Fun by Willpower from 3 to 4. Emma Peterson will take centre stage from 9:15 to 10:15; followed by Almost Famous from 10:30 until 1am. Fireworks will also be featured Saturday evening at 11:15.
Then on Sunday morning, there's a community church service starting at 10:30 followed by the Mossey River Raft Race at 11 and there will be a fundraising BBQ at the beach.
"This weekend really does bring the entire family together, there is something for absolutely everyone," ended Chartrand. "We're bringing in some outstanding entertainment for the adults and the list of things to do for the kids is endless as well. It is a very special weekend in the community of Winnipegosis."
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While getting to your destination during summer construction season may take a little longer than you would want, it's the caution that you take that allows everyone to remain safe.
The 2023 SAFE Roads campaign is underway and the goal of the campaign is to make sure everyone knows what to do when approaching a construction zone. Well ahead of entering said construction zones, signs will be posted on the road and drivers are asked to reduce their speeds as workers will be on the road repairing and holding signage.
"Our workers are not in your way, they are at work," said Chris Lorenc, Chairperson for the Manitoba Heavy Construction Association & WorkSafely Program. "Please give them the respect that they deserve so they can carry on with their duties."
While many Manitoban drivers do obey the laws and reduce their speeds around construction zones, Lorenc adds there are some tragedies where workers lose their lives because someone decided not to reduce their speed. He also says construction zones don't come out of nowhere.
"The signage is very well posted and marked," ended Lorenc. "To those Manitobans that obey the laws and slow down, we want to thank you. To those who do not, we are asking you to slow down and take extra caution when entering a construction zone. It's important that we follow the rules of the road."
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A group of three individuals broke into a Selkirk home, and two of them are still on the run.
On June 28, 2023, at approximately 5:50 am, RCMP responded to a home invasion with a firearm, at a residence on Morris Avenue, in Selkirk.
Three suspects, one armed with a firearm, broke into the residence, confronted the homeowner, and fired a shot at him. He was not physically injured.
The suspects then fled the scene.
Selkirk RCMP arrested one of the suspects, Roderick Stevenson (37), without incident on June 29, 2023.
He was remanded into custody and was charged with the Discharge Firearm with Intent, Assault with a Weapon, Breaking and Entering with Intent, and Careless Use of a Firearm.
The two other suspects, displayed above, Chad Hayden Langlois, 38, and Justice Sydney Langlois, 28 are both currently wanted for a myriad of other charges.
Chad Hayden Langlois is described as 6’, 215 lbs with black hair and brown eyes.
Justice Sydney Langlois is described as 6’, 210 lbs with black hair and brown eyes.
These males are considered ARMED and DANGEROUS and may be in possession of a firearm. If you see them DO NOT APPROACH and call police immediately.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Selkirk RCMP at 204-482-3322, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 or submit a secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.
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Co-op Food Store
- Saturday, July 1st - Closed
- Sunday, July 2nd - Open 9 am - 6 pm
- Monday, July 3rd - open 8 am - 8 pm
Co-op Main Street Gas Bar
- Saturday, July 1st - Open 6:30 am - 9:30 pm
- Sunday, July 2nd - Open 6:30 am - 9:30 pm
- Monday, July 3rd - Open 6:30 am - 9:30 pm
Co-op Mountain Road Gas Bar
- Saturday, July 1st - Open 6:30 am - 9:30 pm
- Sunday, July 2nd - Open 6:30 am - 9:30 pm
- Monday, July 3rd - Open 6:30 am - 9:30 pm
Dauphin Liquor Mart
- Saturday, July 1st - Open 10 am - 6 pm
- Sunday, July 2nd - Open 11 am - 6 pm
- Monday, July 3rd - 10 am - 8 pm
Fusion Credit Union
- Saturday, July 1st - Closed
- Sunday, July 2nd - Closed
- Monday, July 3rd - Closed
The Dauphin Marketplace Mall
- Saturday, July 1st - Open 8 am - 10:00 pm
- Sunday, July 2nd - Open 8 am - 6:00 pm
- Monday, July 3rd - Open 8 am - 6:00 pm
Walmart
- Saturday, July 1st - Open 8 am - 8 pm
- Sunday, July 2nd - Open 9 am - 6 pm
- Monday, July 3rd - Open 8 am - 8 pm
Safeway
- Saturday, July 1st - Open 8 am - 8 pm
- Sunday, July 2nd - Open 9 am - 6 pm
- Monday, July 3rd - Open 8 am - 8 pm
No Frills
- Saturday, July 1st - Open 9 am - 6 pm
- Sunday, July 2nd - Open 9 am - 7 pm
- Monday, July 3rd - Open 9 am - 9 pm
City of Dauphin
- Saturday, July 1st - Closed
- Sunday, July 2nd - Closed
- Monday, July 3rd - Closed
Dauphin Rec Services
- Saturday, July 1st - pool closed for Canada day, walking track closed for Ag Fair
- Sunday, July 2nd - Open Regular Hours, walking track closed for Ag Fair
- Monday, July 3rd - regular hours
Dauphin Clinic Pharmacy
- Saturday, July 1st - Open 9 am - 2 pm
- Sunday, July 1st - Open 12 pm - 2 pm
- Monday, July 3rd - Open 12 pm - 2 pm
Super Thrifty Pharmacy
- Saturday, July 1st - Closed
- Sunday, July 2nd - Closed
- Monday, July 3rd - Closed
Dauphin Vet Clinic
- Saturday, May 20th - Closed
- Sunday, May 21st - Closed
- Monday, May 22nd - Closed
When the clinic is closed, a vet is on call for emergencies at 204-638-3208.
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An investigation is underway after a 24-year-old female was found dead in a home on the Sandy Bay Ojibway First Nation.
On June 29 at about 3:15 p.m., Manitoba First Nation Police Service responded to an injured female.
When officers arrived, the female was found deceased and her death is being investigated as a homicide.
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Thursday, June 29, 2023, will go down as a special day for the Dauphin Agricultural Society as they hosted their Sponsorship Appreciation Luncheon inside the Aspen Lodge.
On top of the great lunch that was served, a few different awards were handed out.
Emma Fox and Grace Van Bukenhout were presented with the Dauphin Ag Society Scholarship. There were eight applicants for this year's scholarship and Terron says Emma and Grace are very deserving.
"They had some phenomenal marks throughout school and they really stood out," said Terron Stykalo, president. "They are also very involved in the community so we are very happy to select them."
Moving ahead, Brian and Wendy Damsgaard were presented with the Richard Beyette Memorial Volunteer Award.
"It's a very special award that was created in memory of Richard Beyette who did so many amazing things for our community," said Stykalo. "There is no two people more deserving than Brian and Wendy to win this award."
The Ag Society also presented the Queen's Jubilee Medal to Brian Damsgaard.
"This is one that you get voted on and it's recognized nationally across the country," offered Stykalo. "It's a very prestigious award and I know Brian will take great pride in it, he certainly deserves it."
Overall, a great crowd was in attendance for the luncheon and Stykalo was thrilled with how things turned out.
"It was amazing to see so many familiar faces from throughout the community that continues to support the ag community and our fair," ended Stykalo. "It was a moment for us to recognize the amazing people in our community. We truly appreciate all of the amazing support that we receive."
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A fantastic weekend is on tap just south of Dauphin as Countryfest is well underway and in Dauphin, the Dauphin Agricultural Society is getting all set to host their Fair this weekend.
Just outside of town at the Camperville Community Hall, you can also take part in Colton's 1st Annual Fiddle Fest and Coffee House.
The event starts on Friday at 1 and it runs until 10 p.m. To open the event, there will be fiddlers of all ages showing off their talents and there will also be an open mic session from 2 to 3:45. Live entertainment then takes centre stage leading up to the final performance of the night which starts at 8 p.m. as Shades of Dawn from Duck Bay will show off their great talent.
The event is open to everyone and a great crowd is expected to form for the 1st annual event.
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The heavy rain did not stop this parade, and rainbows were abundant at Dauphin's first-ever pride parade.
The festivities first formed in the Dauphin Regional Comprehensive Secondary School where the parade line-up got together.
Several hundred individuals showed up decked out in rainbow regalia and ready to celebrate inclusivity.
The Parade marched through the city and finally came to a rest in Vermillion Park.
At the park, some speeches were made by various local dignitaries, including Francis Chartrand of the Northwest Metis Council, and Mayor David Bosiak.
"On behalf of the city, I'm extremely proud to be the first mayor that has had a pride parade, and I hope we have one every year from this point on. I know the city has gone through a tremendously difficult period in the last couple of weeks, and we came together as a community. Today's another example of how we have come together and we all accept each other for who we are. What a great turnout, I'm so proud to be here, I'm so happy that this is Dauphin."
All of the speeches resonated strongly with the crowd, as they spoke about creating a community that loves and accepts everyone.
Estimates for the turnout were well over 300 people. Sonja Blanc who was another speaker at the event thinks that this show of support could make next year's event even bigger.
"The support from the community is encouraging, and to be honest with you, even emotional. I'm a bit emotional about the turnout today. I'm really looking forward to the years ahead. especially right now, with the challenges that 2SLGBTQIA folks are facing, I think it's really important we come out strong as a community. I think Dauphin has done it this day"
The rest of the evening was filled with music, dancing and a free barbeque for those attending.
With the massive ammount support, next year will be yet another excellent celebration.
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Shortly after 10 this morning, a verdict of not guilty was handed down in the long-standing trial of Jack Winters.
This case started back in August of 2019 when a fatal collision in the RM of Dauphin claimed the lives of 6-year-old Oksana Dutchyshen and 4-year-old Quinn Dutchyshen.
The Honorable Justice Sandra Zinchuck explained that the DNA evidence and statements made by Jeff Thompson, the other occupant of the vehicle, led to her verdict of not guilty.
Justice Zinchuck pointed to the inconclusiveness of the DNA and the conflicting statements from Thompson as the main reason for her ruling.
The DNA evidence was inconclusive due to the potential for transfer during the crash, or even prior to it, as Winters regularly ate food in his car.
The statements that Thompson provided at the time of the crash conflicted with statements he presented to the police ten months later.
These two factors make determining who the driver of the vehicle was uncertain, creating reasonable doubt in the situation.
Justice Zinchuck determined that this reasonable doubt was adequate to give this ruling.
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Thanks to the Dauphin Habitat For Humanity, a local family of 4 has a place to call home.
Rodney Juba with the Habitat For Humanity group was proud to hand off the key to Chantell, the home's new owner
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Juba and his team have spent over a year building this new house, with the help of their sponsors, the community, and the family moving in.
A provincial representative of the organization noted that Habit For Humanity isn't just a giveaway, but a hand-up. Families that buy these newly built homes sign up under a 0% mortgage with the group and also provide 500 hours of "sweat equity" or labor to aid in the building process.
Darren Eddie, Build chair with Habitat For Humanity says that the only challenge that was faced was just the amount of labor, compared to the volunteers.
"we're hoping for a little more community involvement, but I think everyone that did help found it very rewarding."
This is the second that this organization has built in the city. If you're looking to help build a stronger community in a very literal way, you can reach out to the Dauphin Habit For Humanity by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., by visiting their website at habitat.mb.ca/chapters/dauphin/, or by calling Chairperson Rodney Juba at 204-648-6759.
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