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Some quick thinking by neighbouring farmers kept a blaze near Winnipegosis from being worse than it was.
A piece of farm equipment caught fire just before 5:30 on Thursday.
A second piece of equipment was brought in to break up the ground and keep the blaze from spreading any further.
Crews from Winnipegosis fire department were able to put out the grass fire shortly after arriving.
Nobody was injured, but the piece of farm equipment that caught fire was a total loss.
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It's being dubbed as the biggest show in town.
It's known as the most thrilling eight seconds you will ever witness. Raw muscle against sheer grit.
Bull Bash is coming to Rossburn this weekend. Brought to you by the Rossburn Ag Society and Top Line Rodeo, the event takes place on Saturday at 5:00 p.m. at the Rossburn Ag Grounds.
Courtney Roehl says bull riding fans are in for a treat.
"We have 16 bull riders coming," said Roehl. "We also have some ranch bronc and saddle bronc riders coming."
Admission is only $10. A big cash prize has been added, and champion jackets will be given to the top three finishers.
"There's $5,000 added to the pot for our bull riders," ended Roehl. "There's going to be two rounds. The best of the best will be competing for the cash prize at the end."
Some of the top riders from Manitoba and Saskatchewan are set to compete. There will also be beer gardens and a canteen on-site.
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Way back in the 1940s, a group of community members wanted to do something for the people.
That group wanted a venue for people to come together to enjoy. So, in 1947, a one-sheet curling rink was built. Over the years, it was expanded to four sheets. In 2016, the Ashern Curling Club faced the need for major renovations, but with membership on the decline, the upgrades just weren’t feasible.
Two years later, a committee was formed, and now, nine years later, the Lakeshore Wellness Centre has been born.
Tim Cameron is a part of the committee behind the Wellness Centre, which is located inside the former Ashern Curling Club. Renovations are estimated to be over a million dollars and took years to complete, with further work still in progress.
On Saturday, they'll officially cut the ribbon in a Grand Opening ceremony. Tim says community members have been playing pickleball at the facility for a week, and the gym is also operational, among other amenities.
"It's nice to see people smiling and using it," said Cameron. "Some people are using the walking track. It's been really good to see, and we are very happy about it. We want to see it go on for generations to come."
Among the activities inside the Wellness Centre is shuffle curl, and there's a full gym. That gym can host anything from floor hockey to soccer, and anything in between. A virtual golf simulator is also in the works. Upstairs is the Access Credit Union Studio. That's reserved for games, trivia night, and guitar jam. The lower level also boasts a classroom where seminars and birthday parties can be held.
As a part of Saturday's festivities, there will be a craft sale beginning at 10:00 a.m. inside the Wellness Centre and Ashern Centennial Hall. Door prizes to be won include tickets to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers game against the Saskatchewan Roughriders on Friday, October 17. There's a signed photo of Kyle Connor and memberships.
Already, 40 vendors have signed up. They include everything from honey to jewelry to collectibles, and everything in between.
"You name it. We have a great selection of makers and crafters. Some authors are coming with their books, and some artists will be displaying their work," ended Cameron. "Then we will have the Grand Opening at 1:00 p.m. inside the Wellness Centre with some dignitaries attending. We will cut the ribbon. It'll be exciting to be officially open."
You can purchase memberships for the Wellness Centre. Seniors and those aged 18 and under are $5 daily, and adults are $10. Monthly, quarterly, yearly, and a life membership are also available.
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There is a change to garbage and recycling collection in Dauphin on September 30 due to the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Day one pickup will move up one day to Monday. There will be no collection on Tuesday. Collection resumes on Wednesday with day two. Day three collection will be on Thursday, and day four collection will be on Friday.
City Hall, City Shop, and Waste Disposal site will be closed on Tuesday. Regular business hours resume on Wednesday.
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A new event to Dauphin Culture Days highlights Friday's schedule.
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Trial dates have been set for a Brandon man accused of a serious assault.
A 37-yeaar-old woman was injured and transported by STARS to a hospital in Winnipeg as a result of the incident.
36-year-old Brendan Komarnicki was in Dauphin provincial court on Tuesday, where he was remanded back into custody until hhis trial in April of 2026.
Komarnicki is also accused of assaulting a police officer.
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It's an opportunity to flashback to the simpler days of harvest.
Russell's annual Threshing Day takes place on Saturday, starting at 1:00 p.m. It's at the Bender Farm, located south of Russell and north of Binscarth. Turn west on Road 113N, then go three miles into the Bender Farm.
Nikki Bender welcomes anyone who wants to check it out.
"It's a get-together. We get some oats off," said Bender. "Our neighbour has an old threshing machine, old tractors, and all the hay racks. A bunch of community members get together and those who have the same passion as our neighbour and us."
This is the eighth annual event. There will be a cash canteen, and you're asked to bring your own lawn chair.
"We look forward to it every year. We try to get it done as soon as we can," ended Bender. "Hopefully, many show up. Harvest is going in full swing around here. Many old-timers show up, and community members. It's always a great day."
If you want more information ahead of Saturday, call 821-5879.
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The 2025-26 Concert Series at the Watson Art Centre is right around the corner.
The series features four concerts, beginning next Saturday, October 4. Concert series passes are now available online or head to the Watson Art Centre between 12:00 and 5:00 on weekdays.
"So yeah, the best deal right now is $150 for four concerts," said Cam Bennet. "The regular price is $45 per show. So you're saving $30."
The first concert is Waylon, Willie & Cash, a tribute to the Highwaymen. Then the Abrams take the stage on January 24. The third concert is on March 5, and as Bennet says, fans are in for a treat.
"Everyone is talking about ABBA. We've been trying to get them for several years," commented Bennet. "It's ABBA Revisited, a tribute band. They're one of the top ABBA tribute bands in North America and are playing across Canada. These are excellent entertainers."
The fourth and final show is The Derina Harvey Band on April 18. You can guarantee your spot at every concert for $150. Cam and his crew will be selling series passes on Saturday at the Co-op Food Store from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
If you've watched a concert at the Watson, you know how much of a treat it is. If you haven't, Cam says now is the time.
"In the arts community, the Watson Art Centre is a place where musicians want to play. I don't think some people in Dauphin realize what a wonderful, spectacular building we have," said Bennet. "The acoustics are incredible. It's a real treat."
Upgrades? The Watson Art Centre has you covered.
"We have a brand new floor. The heat pumps make it nice and comfortable," ended Bennet. "We've got new blinds going up and new lighting. It's an event like none other. There will be snacks available at all four concerts."
On Monday, tickets for individual shows will go on sale. The Watson Art Centre's Concert Series is right around the corner, and you can be a part of the magic.
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Fall rye and winter wheat seeding is underway in the region, while other post harvest field operations are also underway.
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Manitoba Hydro has ratified a new three year collective agreement with the union that represents its technical and clerical workers.
82 per c ent of CUPE 998 members that voted were in favour of the deal, which runs until December 31st, 2027.
It includes wage increses of 9.5 per cent, as well as additional increases for the lowest-paid and long-service employees which brings the total value of the agreement to 12 per cent over its term
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In one week, you can resume making waves at the Kin Aquatic Centre in the Parkland Rec Complex.
The pool in Dauphin is set to re-open on Wednesday, October 1.
Lindsey Kyle is the assistant general manager with Dauphin Rec.
"We are super excited to have the pool open. It's freshly painted," said Kyle. "We've been doing maintenance for the past month, so that's super exciting. Happy to have the Parkland Gators back, and our key members."
At this time, Dauphin Rec is unable to provide lifeguard coverage during daytime hours. This means the pool will be closed between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. It will be open from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. for lane swim and reopen after 4:00 p.m.
There will be aqua fit in the evenings and adult swim. Swimming lessons will also be a priority, and all other programming will return.
Kyle says they hope the staffing shortage will only be short-term.
"We have been and actively are looking for a head lifeguard," ended Kyle. "It's a common problem across Canada right now. There is a lifeguard shortage. We have been fortunate the past couple of years to have had graduating students stick around for a year or two, and they've been able to cover daytime shifts."
Swimming in Dauphin at the Kin Aquatic Centre is just one week away.
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