Opening Grain Prices Thursday, May 30
Durum 397.95 Feed barley 232.58 Canola 622.62 (down 6.50) Chickpeas 992.08 Flax […]
An unusual way to find a baby name
The first job I ever had was looking after a cemetery near my hometown with a friend of mine. I loved that job because it was a very peaceful place with lots of history, plus one always wants to keep the cemetery in immaculate shape for visiting relatives of the deceased. It’s a comforting feeling […]
Survey looks at how much farms pay employees compared to other sectors
While pay will always remain an important factor in attracting new employees to the agriculture sector, other issues such as work flexibility, vacation time and sick days could make the difference in hiring and retaining high quality workers. The Canadian Agricultural Human Resources Council surveyed 140 organizations to learn more about employee compensation.It found 44 […]
Lawyer for trucker who caused deadly Broncos crash says families have no right to sue
A lawyer for the truck driver who caused the deadly Humboldt Broncos bus crash says families of the victims have no standing to seek compensation in an ongoing lawsuit. Court arguments are being heard this week in Regina over whether the truck driver and Saskatchewan government can be removed as defendants in the suit. The claim also […]
Skies are expected to clear Friday.
CKRM FORECAST From: Precision Weather Service Meteorologist Phil Spevak Date: Thursday, May 30, 2024 3:30 am Weather Forecast Temperature Chance Precip Today Mostly cloudy – scattered showers and possible thunderstorms Wind: W-NW 25-45 km/h gusts to 55 High: 17° falling 70% Tonight Spotty showers Wind: W-NW 20-35 km/h Low: 8° 40% Friday Partly […]
Cabinet minister in camouflage with gun nearly caused security alert at legislature
A leaked letter says Saskatchewan Trade Minister Jeremy Harrison nearly triggered a security incident when he walked into the legislature wearing camouflage and carrying a long gun in a case. The Opposition NDP says the document is further proof of the Saskatchewan Party member’s changing story and that he needs to be fired from Premier […]
Moose Jaw police charge women with four counts of fraud
The Moose Jaw Police Service has charged a 33-year-old woman with four counts of Fraud Over $5,000. In November 2023, police received a report from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) regarding a fraud incident in Moose Jaw between 2021 and 2022. An investigation found that the accused had defrauded the victim’s company while employed […]
Radio Reminiscing With The Boys
Saw some buddies of mine today that had a profound effect on my career. Back in the day we had a more personal touch in the radio business. Radio Trackers were a big part of our weekly routine. A required aspect to the overall sound of radio was the label rep….the Tracker! The role of […]
Showers are leaving on Saturday… did you sign the card?
Weather Forecast Temperature Chance Precip Tonight Scattered showers and thunderstormsWind: W-SW 15-30 km/h Low: 10° 50% Thursday Mostly cloudy – scattered showers Wind: W-NW 20-35 km/h gusts to 50 High: 17° 30% Thursday Night Evening showers Wind: W-NW 20-35 km/h Low: 8° 40% Friday Partly sunny – isolated showers […]
Manitoba Spring Seeding Progress Nearing the Two-Thirds Complete Mark
Seeding progress has been observed in many areas of Manitoba this past week and is now at 64% complete. Producers have focused on planting corn (80% complete), spring wheat (87% complete) barley (79% complete)and peas (96% complete). Canola planting continues with 41% of the acres planted. Soybean planting is at 55% completion. Producers are planting […]