Source: Brady Ratzlaff, globalnews.ca, February 24, 2021 “Decrease the temperature in your house by two or three degrees while you are sleeping, and research has shown that plugging in a vehicle for more than four hours is redundant.” With the recent cold stretch covering the majority, if not all, of Saskatchewan, SaskPower has released tips… Continue reading Saskpower Tips To Save During Cold Snaps
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The State of the Unity
By Ron Baker Just when we were hoping to see a world in perfect harmony, viral variants wreck havoc. I’m not just talking about a physical virus, although the “COVID THING” is now ingrained in our vocabularies. I’m talking about that viral idea that one idea spreads to another idea which spreads to another idea… Continue reading The State of the Unity
Lack of Funding for Piped Water Leaves Many First Nations in Sask. With Unreliable Tap Water
Source: Andrea Hill (Saskatoon StarPhoenix), Ryan Kessler (Global News Saskatoon) “If they would invest a little bit more money in the now on some of our issues, it would save them a lot of money in the long run,” says Peepeekisis Headman Colin Stonechild. The worst thing Perry Mcleod ever pulled out of a cistern… Continue reading Lack of Funding for Piped Water Leaves Many First Nations in Sask. With Unreliable Tap Water
Participate in Pink Shirt Day!
Today, Kindersley Schools are asking students and staff to dress in pink in recognition of Anti-Bullying Awareness. Pink Shirt Day began in 2007 when a student in Nova Scotia was bullied for wearing a pink shirt to school. Here is a snippet of an article detailing the original incident: “David Shepherd, Travis Price and their… Continue reading Participate in Pink Shirt Day!
2nd Coronavirus Variant Detected in Saskatchewan
Source: Thomas Piller, globalnews.ca, February 24, 2021 According to a release, if required, public health will alert the general public to any risk due to any confirmed case of a variant of concern. The provincial government announced on Tuesday that Saskatchewan’s total of confirmed COVID-19 variant cases increased by three to six and another is… Continue reading 2nd Coronavirus Variant Detected in Saskatchewan
Field Backgrounding of Calves
By Travis Peardon, PAg., Livestock and Feed Extension Specialist, Outlook Backgrounding describes the 100 to 150-day post-weaning period when calves are fed with the intention of growing frame, while limiting fat deposition before finishing. In Saskatchewan, calves are typically weaned around 500 to 600 lbs. and backgrounded in a drylot setting until they reach 800-850… Continue reading Field Backgrounding of Calves
Celebrate Canada’s Agriculture Day Today!
February 23rd is Canada’s Agriculture Day. It’s a day to celebrate the agriculture industry in Saskatchewan and Canada and to give thanks to all the hard working producers that continue to put healthy and nutritious food on our table. Watch below to hear more about the importance of agriculture in Saskatchewan. For the latest information… Continue reading Celebrate Canada’s Agriculture Day Today!
Kindersley RCMP Investigating Recent Break and Enter
On February 11th, 2021 Kindersley RCMP investigated a break and enter at a local shop on 2nd Avenue West whereby a vehicle and several tools and equipment were taken. The vehicle was later recovered, but many other items are still outstanding. This was the second time the same shop was broken into in the last… Continue reading Kindersley RCMP Investigating Recent Break and Enter
Conservative Keystone XL Motion Denied by Committee
OTTAWA – The cancellation of Keystone XL will not be considered by Ottawa’s natural resources committee. On Monday, a majority vote defeated a Conservative motion to highlight and study the cancelled pipeline project. Despite repeated efforts made by the Official Opposition, a lack of support from Liberal and other members put the final tally at… Continue reading Conservative Keystone XL Motion Denied by Committee
Sask. Parks Campsite Reservations Set To Begin April 12th
Reservations for the 2021 camping season at Saskatchewan’s Provincial Parks are set to begin April 12th for seasonal campsites and on April 14th-23re for nightly and group campsites. “With the recent cold snap across the province, many folks are anticipating summer and this year’s camping season,” Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Laura Ross said. “Our… Continue reading Sask. Parks Campsite Reservations Set To Begin April 12th