Month: May 2017

Minor Ball Teams Optimistic in Face of Challenges

Even with the mixed bag of hot, dry days and wet, windy ones, the minor ball teams have still managed to enjoy some productive time in the fields and diamonds. The base and softball association has actually found itself less busy as investments in maintenance sped up their productivity. An eye-catching Kubota tractor was recently… Continue reading Minor Ball Teams Optimistic in Face of Challenges

Kindersley Stallions Ready for Season

With the interest generated in the Raiders seniors men’s baseball team, several people in the Kindersley area have decided to create a new team, dubbed the Kindersley Stallions. “We decided that the players needed more playing time,” commented team manager, Austin Jamieson.  “So we started up the Stallions; it’s still early in the season, but… Continue reading Kindersley Stallions Ready for Season

Kindersley Ready for 26th Rodeo

With event posters out and livestock supplies coming in, Kindersley is raring to go for its 26th annual rodeo. Over the weekend of June 1-3, the whole town can put their cowboy/cowgirl on and enjoy fun-filled activities. Regular goers of the weekend will likely see some familiar faces along the new, as Bret Davis, known… Continue reading Kindersley Ready for 26th Rodeo

History Needs a Hand at Local Sod House

Scarcely 10 miles north and 7 miles east of Kindersley stands an icon—the only one of its kind in Canada, and perhaps in all of North America—a sod house. Not just any sod house, but a home that has been continuously lived in for over a century.  Built over 108 years ago, this piece of… Continue reading History Needs a Hand at Local Sod House

Kindersley Ready to Celebrate Canada’s 150 years of Music

After the RCMP Musical Ride on May 28, musicians in the Kindersley area are ready to continue with the theme. Canada’s 150th Concert presented and sponsored by the West Central SK Registered Music Teacher’s Association, will be performed by local students, teachers, and established musicians. “We plan to have music from all walks of life,”… Continue reading Kindersley Ready to Celebrate Canada’s 150 years of Music

Crude Hitters Break in Season with Smashing Victory

Kindersley’s indoor rink echoed with the clicking of roller blades and the cheers of an ecstatic crowd on Saturday night as the Crude Hitters opened their season with a rousing game against the Drumheller Badlands Hell Raisers. “We didn’t really know what to expect of the game,” admitted player Britenie Georget, noting that this was… Continue reading Crude Hitters Break in Season with Smashing Victory

First Race a Success for Saskatchewan MX

There was an air of definite excitement as the riders prepared for their first race of the season last Sunday. Held near the town of Assiniboia, the event saw some 240 riders testing their skill and daring on the carefully prepared tracks.  “The turnout was actually phenomenal,” noted Daryl Murphy, SMA member and acting official… Continue reading First Race a Success for Saskatchewan MX

Everything is on the table

Since I first returned to Kindersley in 2005 the desk and discard bins were there. The social mystique intrigued me. The desks were fellowship areas. The garbage cans were recycle bins for the unwanted. I heard it explained recently that advertisers want their flyers to have a longer shelf life than just ending up in a nearby… Continue reading Everything is on the table

Kindersley Bowling Banquet Wraps Up Season

With the 28 week stint of bowling activities coming to a close, Kindersley’s two leagues held a banquet to honor the hard work and dedication of their members. “Overall, it has been a great season,” noted Betty Meyer, President of the Kindersley Five Pin Association.  “It’s always enjoyable to get out and be with your… Continue reading Kindersley Bowling Banquet Wraps Up Season