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With the 2024 Manitoba Summer Games now just over two months away, an urgent call is being put out to fill the remaining volunteer spots for the event.

Games co-chair Carla Wolfenden says these spots need to be filled now.

"Laura (Beyette) needs to order T-shirts for volunteers, and that latest deadline has already passed, and we are still short, so she needs accurate numbers.  For certain positions, there are also required criminal record and child abuse registry checks that need to be done.  And we have been told that the deadline in order to have those completed in time for the games in August is June 15th."  

Although they are hopeful that volunteers will sign up to take on multiple shifts, Wolfenden says they will take any help they can get for the August 11th to 17th event. 

"If you can only do half of the week because you have commitments the second weekend, then you can just do the first phase.  Or you could do just the second phase.  We will take anything that people are able to give us because we need volunteers to make this event a success.  We know it will be, just the more hands we can get, the better it  will be." 

 You can sign up to be a volunteer by going to the Games office at City Hall, or online through the Sport Manitoba website. 

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Car enthusiasts will be flocking to Roblin next weekend for their 9th annual Rumble in Roblin Show and Sine event.

Set for 4 pm until dark on June 15th, the event has grown every year during its existence, according to event chairperson Keith Fast.

"I believe we started with 45 cars for our first show, and every year we have grown it from there.  We have had really good support from our local business community as far as sponsorships go and really good community spirit behind this car show, and it is a ton of fun."

Last year, around 150 cars took part. 

Fast says they get cars from all over the place participating.

"A lot of cars from that Southeast Saskatchewan area.  We have had cars from as far as Winnipeg come, as well as really good representation from Dauphin and the Parkland region.  So yes, we get cars from everywhere,  And every year it is a total bunch of new cars as well, which makes it a lot of fun.  Every year we see new cars and new car clubs coming.  This year we have a club coming from Regina.  It is a ton of fun and a great evening."

Fast adds the Robln community has really embraced this event and eagerly looks forward to it every year. 

The show and shine will take place along Main Street in Roblin, and anyone wanting to show off their wheels can simply register onsite the day of the event.

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Anxiety is something that many people across the world deal with daily.

Scott McFadyen, Executive director Of the Anxiety Disorders Association Of Manitoba, wants to discuss it openly on Monday.

"June the 10th is an annual awareness day to bring awareness to things you can do to reduce anxiety. Here at the Anxiety Disorders Association Of Manitoba, that's literally our job."

McFadyen notes that 1 in 4 Manitobans struggle with anxiety at some point in their life.

He also says the first step to overcoming it, is self-reflection.

"That change needs to come from within a person. Once you've made that choice to make that change and live in the sunshine of not having anxiety rule your life, there's a lot of resources out there."

You can raise your awareness by visiting https://adam.mb.ca/.

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Grim news from the Gypsumville RCMP, as they reportedly have found the remains of an infant.

On the evening of June 3rd, the Gypsumville RCMP received a report of found human remains on a property located off Highway 6 in the RM of Grahamdale.

Forensics investigators, Major Crime Services, and police dog services are continuing to search the area.

The identity of the remains is unclear at this time, but they are confirmed to be those of an infant child.

RCMP continue to investigate.

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The Dauphin Neighbourhood Renewal Corporation is inviting the public to attend their Annual General Meeting.

Executive Director Amanda Novak says it is set for June 25th at 5 pm at the DNRC Community Centre. 

"If there is anybody interested in coming and seeing what we are about and what our plans are, we invite them to come to this meeting and come and find out what we are doing."

Novak adds they are also looking for new board members.

"There is a process, but we are looking for board members so if there is anybody that wants to make a difference in the community in a positive way - we are looking for you."

If you would like to find out more about that, you can call the DNRC at 204-701-1110

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Dauphin-Swan River-Neepawa MP Dan Mazier, Who Proposed Bill C-288

A bill that will provide clarity on internet speeds has passed the Senate and will become law.

Dauphin-Swan River-Neepawa MP Dan Mazier created Bill C-288 and fought for over 2 years to get it into the rulebooks.

"It's a good day for Dauphin-Swan River-Neepawa, and all Canadians using the internet."

This bill will force internet service providers to stop using "up-to" speeds, which Mazier compares to paying for up to $50 in gas, but only getting $10 in the tank.

Mazier is proud to have accomplished this feat, as taking a bill through the Senate is a massive undertaking.

"It's pretty surreal actually. You think about, just a farm kid coming out of Justice, Manitoba ends up being an MP that passes legislation for all Canadians, it's really surreal."

Bill C-288 now awaits royal ascension, which Mazier hopes will occur before the summer break.

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The Dauphin RCMP are calling on the public for assistance after a vehicle was spotted at a break-and-enter in Pine River.

Officers received a report of a B&E on June 5th between 10 and 10:30 am, where several firearms were stolen.

Dauphin RCMP is asking for the public’s assistance with information on this vehicle, believed to be a Dodge Intrepid, which was caught on surveillance camera in the area.

The car was last seen heading northbound towards Swan River.

If anyone has any information that could assist in locating this vehicle or identifying the driver, you’re asked to call the Dauphin RCMP at 204-622-5020

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A new child care facility in Dauphin is crowd-sourcing a name.

Parkland Campus Kids, Sternberg Architecture, and the City of Dauphin are building this new facility next to Maamawi Park, and it could accommodate up to 120 children.

People making submissions are asked to include their inspiration behind the name suggestion.

Submissions are open until June 30th, and you can do so easily online!

You can submit a name and brief write-up at the link provided below. 

Have your say on the name of this brand-new structure.

https://forms.office.com/r/z9jECHCUcF

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Canada's National Ukrainian Festival (CNUF) is right around the corner.

The annual festival will again take place just south of Dauphin during the August Long weekend. Ahead of that, CNUF will be hosting a kick-off party this Saturday, June 8. The party begins at 5:00 p.m. and takes place at Obsolete Brewing Company.

It will include live music, dancing, raffle prizes, food, and merchandise. You can even win weekend passes to CNUF by just being in attendance. The party is open to everyone and is expected to be an incredible evening to get everyone set up for the festival.

When it comes to preparing for the 2024 festival, Gillis says things are going very well.

"We are set to go, all entertainment is booked, and full schedules will be out next month," said 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.

Camping passes are also available and can be purchased at CNUF Tickets 2024. 

"It is one big family at CNUF, you need to come and be a part of it," ended Gillis. "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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It will be a busy weekend in Russell as the Lions Club in that community hosts their 20th annual Prairie Classic Walleye tournament. 

Around 100 teams are signed up to take part in this lucrative event, and Duane Klimack from the Russell Lions Club says they have competitors from all over taking part.

"From Dauphin, Winnipeg, there are some teams from the United States as well as lots from Saskatchewan.  It is a very lucrative event as far as prizes go, so we certainly attract people from quite a ways away.  And we get lots of regulars (coming back) but we also certainly welcome any newcomers  as well."

Fishing begins early Saturday and Sunday morning, but the weekend kicks off Friday with a parade of the competitors and their boats down Main Street in Russell, starting a 5 pm. 

"There will be 100 boats coming down Main Street.  They polish them up and they all parade down Main Street.  And then Friday night they have a meeting with all of the fishermen to give them the rules and regulations and times for starting.  It is a huge event for the town and brings in a lot of boats."

There is still time for you to enter a team if you want to take part,

You can register online at www.lakeoftheprairies.com. 

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This weekend, Winnipegosis takes up their Rainbow flags for their 3rd Annual Pride Event.

Cyndie Blythe, Pride Coordinator for Winnipegosis Pride, is thrilled to organize this community event.

"We're just there to make sure everyone knows we're there, but we're also there to send a very loud message to anybody in the community who might be questioning, who might be wondering about their own sexuality or gender identity. To say 'Life can be very good here, there's a lot of people you can have as role models', and here we are."

The weekend starts Friday, with a presentation from Dr. Shayne Reitmeyer, titled "An Introduction to Sexuality and Gender."

The next day is when the party begins.

"Saturday, we're having an event on the Boulevard. Its from 11 am to 4 pm. It's 100% family-friendly, absolutely everyone is welcome. We'll have drag queen story times and family friendly performances right there on the boulevard."

The parade rolls out after the performances wrap up at 4, touring around the town.

The day will also be filled with all sorts of fun, food, local vendors, music, information, and more.

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