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The Dauphin Fair is just two days away, and they're still looking for volunteers to help out. Ag Society President Terron Stykalo says they aren't alone with this problem.

"I think a lot of the organizations in Dauphin are certainly struggling with finding volunteers," Said Stykalo. "We're always looking for volunteers to work our gates, that's always a big struggle finding people to work the gates."

Anyone can reach out to the Dauphin Ag Society Facebook Page, or any Ag Society member if they want to volunteer at the fair.

2022 Dauphin Fair program

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Country music fans and festival goers have had to wait two years to party just outside of Dauphin alongside thousands.

That wait; however, is just about over as Dauphin's Countryfest returns this week, just south of Dauphin. The event opens with the CKDM Exclusive Kick-Off Party Thursday night with the main festival beginning Friday. 

This year's festival includes the likes of Paul Brandt, Johnny Reid, Dallas Smith, and Dean Brody, just to name a few. It's been a long wait and for Christian Laughland, he's happy it's nearly over.

"It's a huge festival and I'm sure so many people in this community are glad to have it back," said Mayor Laughland. "It's a huge economic boost for our community and we're looking forward to having it back permanently moving forward."

While Countryfest is a major attraction this weekend, don't forget about the Dauphin Ag Society's Fair. That starts Friday and runs until Sunday in Dauphin and it is also returning after a two-year hiatus. It includes the midway rides and demo derby, just to name a couple of things. 

"That's also huge for the community, there is so much to do this weekend," said Laughland. "It's also an opportunity for people to dine in some of our fine establishments and spend some time around town."

There will also be fireworks in town Friday night to celebrate Canada Day at 10:45 p.m. at the fairgrounds. 

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Just before noon yesterday, Swan River RCMP received a report that someone had found human remains at Sapotaweyak Cree Nation. The RCMP Forensic Identification Services and an anthropology team, are on-site with investigators, conducting a search of the area.

The Identity of the remains is unknown at this time.

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Two break and enter's, and a house fire in the RM of Whitehead on Saturday were all connected according to the Brandon RCMP.

An investigation determined that several suspects were breaking into rural properties and stealing firearms. At one location, they set the home on fire, luckily no one was home and there were no injuries.

Witnesses said they saw suspects fleeing the scene in a stolen vehicle, which the Brandon Police Service located at a residence in the city. They recovered the stolen firearms and took two males and a female into custody.

Natasha Elk, 23, from Brandon; Silas Audy, 20, from Selkirk; and Addison Laroque, 23, from Brandon are charged with Break and Enter, Arson, Possess Firearms Knowing Unauthorized x 3, and Possess Property Obtained by Crime x3. They are remanded in custody.

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The City of Dauphin held a regular council meeting last evening at City Hall. The meeting was led by Deputy Mayor Devin Shtykalo, since Mayor Christian Laughland was absent.

They started the meeting by confirming the minutes from the previous meeting and by going over outstanding water accounts added to taxes. They then went on to discuss various topics, including disaster relief and mosquito control. 

Sharla Griffiths, city manager of the City of Dauphin, brought up the Province of Manitoba's Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) program for municipalities sustaining damage to infrastructure due to spring flooding. Griffiths said that the damage to Vermillion Park is eligible for funding under this program. She also said that it would be much less expensive for the City to take advantage of the DFA program rather than to go through their usual insurer, Western Financial Group, which would require them to pay a $100,000 deductible. Even though the DFA program also has a deductible, it's expected to be far less than $100,000. The council voted in favour of exploring this option.

Griffiths also brought up information on how the City plans to tackle the mosquito problem. She said that the decision remains that larviciding will be done to control mosquitoes and, at this time, there will be no adulticiding or fogging.

"Now that we've done our first round of larviciding, we are going to be anticipating that we'll see a reduction in mosquitoes," Griffiths added

Devon Shtykalo announced Delta 9 wants to open a retail cannabis store in Dauphin. The store will be located in the new strip centre being built next to the Co-op gas bar. Delta 9 is asking for a letter of support from the City of Dauphin, which is a mandatory part of the licensing process through the Liquor, Gaming & Cannabis Authority (LGCA).

There was also a discussion about whether solar panels should be considered when constructing new homes and businesses. However, it's not something that the City governs. The City is mainly concerned with the size of the lot and the size of the building on the lot, and not building design based on solar panels.

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Potash and Agri-Development Corporation of Manitoba(PADCOM) was recently approved to open the province's first potash solution mine. Canada is the world leader in potash production and the potassium-rich fertilizer is used worldwide to improve crop growth.

Daymon Gillis is the president of PADCOM, and he says they're really focusing on a sustainable approach to their mine, thanks to Manitoba Hydro's green electricity.

A typical underground mine for potash produces about a thousand pounds of carbon, for every tonne of potash. When we're up and running fully, with Manitoba's electricity, we'll be at 21 to 36 ounces, so we'll be classified as a near-zero emission fertilizer, the first-ever in the world.

The mine will also use just 132 gallons of water per tonne of potash produced, while a typical mine uses 600-1000 gallons.

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The Parkland has become a hotbed over the last more than dozen years when it comes to international students.

The Mountain View School Division's international student exchange program has been and continues to be a great success. Running for 15 years, about 1,200 students have come from different countries to study within MVSD. 

Marc Kunza is the director of the program and has been for the last seven years.

"We love welcoming students from all over the world into our schools and communities," said Kunza. "They bring energy into our communities and a different perspective. Our students and families that host them benefit from having them here."

The students main focus is schooling and learning everything they can over the course of a calendar school year. Outside of school, many students have been seen out and about at local community events including Dauphin Kings games. A group of nearly 30 attended a game this past season and some were regular visitors to Credit Union Place. 

"They love all of the new experiences," said Kunza. "There is a lot to do in our communities and they definitely take full advantage."

They also love to give back. Six students have helped coach local soccer teams. While the students will return to their home countries, eight will do so with a diploma. MVSD is pleased to announce that eight students have graduated, six of which did so at the DRCSS and two at Goose Lake High School in Roblin.

MVSD made the following Facebook post to congratulate them.

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Kunza also said it's a special feeling to know students from abroad come into the community to learn and succeed.

"I am very proud of each and every student," said Kunza. "It's not easy for them. They're learning a new language and away from home, it's not easy but they work so hard."

MVSD is looking forward to continuing with its exchange program for the 2022-2023 academic year. 

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SECOND UPDATE: Wilfred James Chartrand was arrested by Winnipegosis RCMP this morning.

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UPDATE: The RCMP has arrested Carson Richard. Wilfred James Chartrand (JJ) is still wanted by the police.

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The RCMP is looking for two men after a double stabbing in Camperville over the weekend.

On Saturday at about 5:15 a.m., Winnipegosis RCMP received a report of a double stabbing in Camperville and when officers arrived, two males were lying on the ground in need of medical attention.

As a result, the RCMP is looking for Wilfred James Chartrand (goes by JJ) who is 18 years old and Carson Richard who is 20 years old.

A 26-year-old male was transported to Winnipeg hospital with life-threatening injuries, where he remains in critical condition. A 21-year-old male was transported to a local hospital, where he remains in stable condition.

As of this time, the RCMP says a fight broke out between two groups of people in front of a residence after a female that was walking on the street was robbed. 

If you have information, please call Winnipegosis RCMP at 204-656-7003.

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The City of Dauphin has moved the normal garbage and recycling schedule up by one day this week because of Canada Day on Friday. This week's schedule is:

  • Monday, June 27, 2022 - Day 1 Pick-up
  • Tuesday, June 28, 2022 - Day 2 Pick-up
  • Wednesday, June 29, 2022 - Day 3 Pick-up
  • Thursday, June 30, 2022 - Day 4 Pick-up
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Another state of emergency has been declared on the Peguis First Nation because of flooding.

More than 18-hundred people had to leave due to flood damage in the spring and have not yet returned, and Chief Glen Hudson says 80 more were added in the past week.

Hudson says his community needs the federal and provincial governments to step up and help create long-term solutions.

He says his community is fatigued and frustrated, and they want their summer break just like every other Manitoban and Canadian.

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If you're driving down Main Street in Dauphin Monday morning, you can expect a detour.

A small portion of it just before A&W going south is closed this morning. 

There is no timetable for when it will reopen. 

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