Wild pigs on the prairie: A threat to area crops (Part II)

Wild pigs on the prairie: A threat to area crops (Part II)

by Lawrence Lannoo (We continue our discussion of wild pigs this week with the first-hand knowledge and experiences of an area farmer.) When he hears the term, “wild pigs,” which includes both wild boars and sows, Cypress River farmer Ken Harpelle has a real-life...
Forbsy coaches 800th career High School game

Forbsy coaches 800th career High School game

by Gayle Johnson There are some people that will shy away from accolades and the spotlight, with no want for recognition for anything they do. Corey Forbes, or Forbsy as he is affectionately known, is one of those people who in his mind is just another guy doing his...
Contractor provides update on Ninette group-home construction

Contractor provides update on Ninette group-home construction

by Lawrence Lannoo The contractor overseeing the construction of the new group home in Ninette said work on the building is on schedule for its completion date of April 1st. Geoff Gregoire, co-owner of Contractor’s Corner from Brandon, said January 10th plumbers and...
Edigers lucky winner of Manitoba Ag Days 50/50 draw

Edigers lucky winner of Manitoba Ag Days 50/50 draw

by Gayle Johnson According to Crystal Ediger, she and her husband David never win anything – that was until now. Crystal and David Ediger are the lucky winners of $12,855.00 from the Manitoba Ag Days 50/50 draw. When David received the call from Kristin...
Cougars in Manitoba: Learning and living with the bigs cats

Cougars in Manitoba: Learning and living with the bigs cats

by Lawrence Lannoo (In part one of this series, we discuss the presence of cougars in Manitoba, as well as the relationship between these big cats and human beings.) Despite the often frightening reputation cougars have in our culture and media, conservation efforts...