Opening Grain Prices Thursday, August 15
Durum 298.01 Feed barley 206.57 Canola 528.22 (up 7.50) Chickpeas 837.75 Flax […]
Former Federal Agriculture Minister Chuck Strahl Passes Away After Courageous Battle with Mesothelioma
The Honorable Chuck Strahl, a respected Canadian politician and former federal cabinet minister, passed away on August 13, 2024, in Chilliwack, BC, following a courageous battle with mesothelioma. The Strahl family, deeply saddened by his loss, announced his passing, reflecting on his remarkable life and contributions to public service. Chuck Strahl began his professional journey […]
Dog vs. Dog: Pepper Spray, Taser, and a Dramatic K9 Showdown in Regina Arrest
A Regina man is facing several serious charges after a violent altercation during a police traffic stop on August 14, 2024. The incident began around 10:35 a.m. in the 1000 block of Dorothy Street when officers attempted to stop a vehicle driven by 29-year-old Nickolas Velikas, who had outstanding warrants. As police approached, Velikas exited […]
Like your favorite burner on the stove (front left?) the week ahead is hot
Weather Forecast Temperature Chance Precip Today Mostly sunny – areas of smoke Wind: N-NE 20-35 km/h gusts to 45 High: 28° 20% Tonight Partly cloudy Wind: N-NE 10-20 km/h Low: 15° 0% Friday Mostly sunny Wind: E-NE 15-25 km/h High: 27° 0% Friday Night Partly cloudy Wind: SE 10-20 km/h Low: […]
Sunny with areas of smoke Thursday
Weather Forecast Temperature Chance Precip Tonight Partly cloudy Wind: NW 10-20 km/h Low: 13° 10% Thursday Mostly sunny – areas of smoke Wind: N-NE 20-35 km/h gusts to 45 High: 28° 10% Thursday Night Clear Wind: N-NE 10-20 km/h Low: 13° 0% Friday Sunshine Wind: N-NE 10-20 […]
Google Monopoly
A monopoly in any industry is never good thing. Monopolies can hurt consumers because they lead to inefficiencies, a lack of innovation, and higher prices. Google faces monopoly charges for their search engine! What does this mean for the future of our favorite search engines? As regulators crack down, could this pave the way for […]
Winter Cereals Being Harvested in Manitoba: Crop Report
Harvest continues in fall rye and winter wheat in Manitoba, and has started in spring wheat, barley, and peas. Yield reports are preliminary at this stage. Most spring cereals are at hard dough to physiological maturity. Corn fields range from silking to milk stage, with the latest fields at tasseling. The earliest seeded canola crops […]
SaskPower reminds producers to be safe around power lines during harvest, as fewer incidents were reported
As harvest ramps up around the province, SaskPower is reminding producers to be safe around power lines. SaskPower spokesperson Scott MacGregor says the key to a safe harvest is being prepared and shared the following tips: MacGregor also pointed to a map of all power lines in the province on their website, saskpower.com/lookupandlive, producers can […]
‘It was a smooth process:’ Matthews inherits Leafs captaincy from Tavares
Auston Matthews tried his best to suppress a smile as he climbed on stage at a press conference Wednesday. But when Toronto general manager Brad Treliving announced Matthews as the next captain of the Maple Leafs, he couldn’t hold it in any longer. “I got chills, honestly,” the star centre said. “I’m so honoured and […]
Quite the light show we had last night, hey? Could happen again, just saying
Weather Forecast Temperature Chance Precip This Afternoon Partly sunny – isolated showers/thunderstorms Wind: S-SE 15-25 km/h High: 29° 30% Tonight Partly cloudy Wind: NW 10-20 km/h Low: 13° 10% Thursday Mostly sunny Wind: N-NE 20-35 km/h gusts to 45 High: 28° 10% Thursday Night Clear Wind: N-NE 10-20 km/h Low: 13° […]