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Around 128 Family medicine residents from the University of Manitoba will be in Brandon this weekend for the fourth annual Family Medicine Resident Retreat.
Hosted by Prairie Mountain Health, the event provides education, networking, social activities and learning more about potential employment opportunities.
One of the highlights is tonight's job fair, where Regional Health Authorities, medical clinics, community recruitment committees, and other support businesses throughout the province are able to showcase employment and lifestyle opportunities.
The weekend also includes group/ family activities, as well as a Saturday night dinner.
The theme for this year's retreat is Rural Medicine - Endless Horizons.
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Manitoba First Nations Police Service has launched the use of body-worn cameras at a detachment in northern Manitoba, marking the first MFNPS detachment to introduce the technology.
Body-worn cameras have been deployed at the Opaskwayak Cree Nation detachment near the Pas.
The First Nations police service said plans are in place to expand the initiative to all other detachments in the coming months.
The police service added that training surrounding the technology has already been provided to officers.
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The community of Langruth is ready to throw down on Saturday.
The Langruth Harvest Festival has something for everyone at the sports grounds and runs from morning until night.
Michelle Teichroeb is with the organizing committee planning the 10th Annual event.
"We are excited to have done this for 10 years," said Teichroeb. "We're looking forward to celebrating and adding a few new events to our day."
Michelle says what makes this event so special is bringing the community together. Adults and children alike have come out in the hundreds over the years to enjoy the day and make lifelong memories.
"We have a hay bale structure for climbing, some bouncy castles," said Teichroeb. "We'll have pony rides, a hay ride, and various other games throughout the grounds."
There will also be a graffiti car station and face painting. Add in a raffle with great prizes and a slo-pitch tournament, and the Langruth Harvest Festival has something for everyone. After a full day of fun and games, the event will end with a bang.
Fireworks start at about 9:00 p.m.
"Open to all ages, and we're hoping as many as possible come," ended Teichroeb. "There is no admission fee. We do have a donation box so people can contribute what they can."
Don't forget to check out the farm animal race and last ball standing bingo.
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Free is fun, and on Saturday and Sunday, you can have fun.
Dauphin's Curbside Giveaway is back. How it works is simple. Put any unwanted items you don't want on your curb, and if residents like what you have to offer, you'll never have to worry about storing those unwanted items again.
The annual event takes place on Saturday and Sunday, says Christian Laughland.
"The curbside giveaway is always popular throughout the community," said Laughland. "I remember sitting in my house and just watching people driving back and forth. It's kind of the fall version of what we've started in the spring with the garage and yard sales in the early spring. It's a great opportunity for people to give their unwanted items a new home."
Laughland does urge caution for those driving and walking around.
Keep in mind, if you have items on your curb that aren't claimed by Sunday evening, you must remove them. If not, you can face fines.
"Make sure you take all your items back in at the end of Sunday," ended Laughland. "If you don't, they will be removed by the City of Dauphin and disposed of. The fee will be a minimum $50. Bring your stuff in and have some fun. Good luck to all those people going out treasure hunting."
Your new treasure could be waiting for you during the City of Dauphin's curbside giveaway this weekend.
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This week is Farm and Food Awareness Week in Manitoba.
\Manitoba Agriculture Minister and Dauphin MLA Ron Kostyshyn hopes young people in particular will learn more this week about how the food we eat gets to our tables.
"Where the milk comes from, where the flour comes from, where the grain comes from. I think that is a kudos to groups like 4-H, and Ag in the Classroom. But you know, the best education in my opinion is for faamilies to go out and visuaally see what our producers do for the betterment of food."
There are various activities being held across the province this week to showcase to students how food is produced.
Kostyshyn also hopes Manitobans will take time this week to seek out and thank a farmer for all of the great work they do in helping put food on their tables.
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The excitement is building.
Dauphin Kings regular-season hockey is almost here. The team opens the campaign on Friday night in Swan River against the Stampeders.
On Saturday, the team hosts its Assiniboine College Home Opener at Credit Union Place. The Stampeders will be in town.
For fans getting excited for Saturday, Christian Laughland says there is a ton on the docket before the puck drops.
"Lots to do. It'll start at 5:00 p.m. with the tailgate party in the parking lot," said Laughland, Director of Business Operations. "There will be beer gardens, and Hat Trick Concession will be open. There will also be live music and road hockey. It should be a fantastic way to get the night going."
The puck will drop at 7:00 p.m., with player introductions starting at 6:45 p.m.
"We've changed it from 7:30 as in previous years," offered Laughland. "I've had a lot of compliments about that change so far. People are happy to be home at 9:30 instead of 10:00. That's been neat to see from people."
Before the puck drops, the Kings will honour a man who did so much for the organization over the years.
Ernie Rizok passed away in May. Rizok volunteered thousands of hours over the years with the Kings. From the Tractor Lotto to 50/50 to anything in between, Rizok was there.
Ernie was also a dedicated billet.
"Every volunteer means a lot to the Dauphin Kings. Ernie Rizok was on a different level. In a good way, he didn't go away. Even in the summer, he was always around trying to help and do little things," continued Laughland. "He had a great heart and was well known around the community, and everyone enjoyed his company."
Christian is also the Deputy Mayor and a member of city council.
"He was one of those key people that was important to the community," said Laughland. "He was important to the Dauphin Kings, but he was important to many organizations in the city. He's one of those people that make Dauphin such a great place to be a part of and live in. He will be greatly missed."
Half of the proceeds from Saturday's 50/50 will be donated to the Parkland Humane Society, in honour of Ernie. The jackpot is closing in on $2,500.
The Kings will also honour Dean Dawson, who poured his heart and soul into the organization for many years. He has since passed on.
"He was a big part of the Dauphin Kings," ended Laughland. "He was a part of sponsorship. We will take a few minutes to honour him as well."
You can hear Dauphin Kings hockey on 730CKDM this season with Darnell Duff. A full broadcast schedule is here.
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The amazing people in the Village of Winnipegosis and the area were raising money for an incredible cause.
Jeanette Buhler has been running the Terry Fox Run in that community for more than 30 years, and she was back at it over the weekend. The numbers are in, and $2,361 was raised.
"This year went very well," said Buhler. "For the last few years, I've been getting help from the Canadian Royal Purple Ladies. They've been doing the lunch and helping run the event. We did phenomenal this year."
Jeannette wants to thank the sponsors who jumped on board: Winnipegosis Meat Market, Western Bakery, and Pepsi. This year, 57 people showed up to raise money for cancer research.
"Even though the weather was cloudy, spirits were high, and we had a great turnout," ended Buhler. "People stuck around, had a cup of coffee, and visited. It was an amazing day."
This year's event was one for the history books. The $2,361 raised was the most ever raised at this event in Winnipegosis, and the 57 in attendance was the most ever.
"The Terry Fox Run is not dying, it's growing," ended Buhler. "Everyone has been touched by cancer in their life, one way or another. This is a great way to support your community."
Great job to all those in attendance, you made the 2025 edition of the Terry Fox Run in Winnipegosis the best ever.
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Clayton Carefoot graduated from university in 2005.
His travels since have taken him from Arborg to Erickson, to Neepawa, to Carberry, and back to Dauphin.
Born and raised in Dauphin, Carefoot returned home in 2016. Earlier this week, it was announced that Carefoot is the new principal at Whitmore School in Dauphin.
"It's pretty neat, it's surreal," said Carefoot. "I was here for a brief time in 2022. I had to take some time off work because of health issues. It's neat to come back."
Since the announcement was made public, Clayton said the support has been amazing. He's grateful to everyone who has reached out to congratulate him.
"Thank you. It's amazing. We all do things and forget the impact we have on others and the supporters we have," offered Clayton. "We always have people rooting for us that we didn't know or forgot. I'm not a big fan of this attention, but it's nice to know so many people are rooting for me."
Carefoot believes he's the right fit because he has always been able to connect with students.
"I'm not afraid to get down to their level and try to make a difference," commented Carefoot. "I think there are many candidates that could have taken the job, I'm just the lucky one. The timing was perfect."
Carefoot takes over for Gord Wood, who became the assistant superintendent with Mountain View School Division. Having previously worked at Whitmore, Carefoot has a good understanding of the current staff and is looking forward to getting to know the new students and staff.
"I think those are reasons why I felt I could come here and fit in," ended Carefoot. "It's been really good."
20 years strong in education, and now, Clayton Carefoot is the new principal at Whitmore School.
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Harvest of this year's crop across Manitoba has hit the halfway complete stage, but continues to loag behind in the Northwest region.
According to the latest Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report, 42 per cent of the crop in our region has been harvested to date, tied with the Southwest region for the least progress among the five regions.
Rain over the weekend, along with heavy morning dews slowed harvest progress in our region.
With fall rye and winter wheat harvest complete, seeding of those crops for next year has started in some parts of the region.
Spring wheat harvest is most advanced in the Swan Valley and Dauphin areas, while fields near The Pas, Roblin and Russell continue to lag behind.
Canola harvest is only eight per cent complete across the Northwest, with the Swan Valley again showing the most progress.
The report states varied stages are noticeable in some fields, with some plans hitting maturity while other plants are still green.
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A 23-year-old man is facing several charges after assaulting an adult female and two children under the age of 10.
On Monday, Winnipegosis RCMP responded to a residence in the community, and upon arrival, they noticed the suspect leaving the home and arrested him.
An investigation found that the man had assaulted the adult female and two children. They were all treated by emergency personnel for minor physical injuries.
On the way to the detachment, the man became highly aggressive towards the officers. Then, at the detachment, he grabbed the neck and vest of an officer. He was eventually brought under control, and the officer was uninjured.
Among his charges are Assault while choking x2, Uttering threats against a person, and Assault on a police officer.
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