Battlefords News-Optimist

XI Master Chapter, Beta Sigma Phi is the senior chapter of four North Battleford chapters. The chapter was chartered nine years ago with all members having master standing in Beta Sigma Phi.

By the time you read this the April Fool's goblins will have had their fun with everyone.

For years, driving past fields of annual sunflowers (Helianthus annuus) destined for oil, "spits" or birdfeed, I've marvelled at their height and ability to "follow the sun.

PICK: In Loving Memory of Charles Ronald "Bud" Pick who was born September 7, 1927 at Kindersley, SK and passed away March 14, 2014 at North Battleford, SK.

Wine is never boring. There are hundreds of grape varieties grown in dozens of countries - Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Malbec, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz/Syrah, to name only a few you may have heard of before.

Battlefords RCMP responded to approximately30 calls for service in the city of North Battleford between 6 a.m. Monday, March 31 and 6 a.m. Tuesday, April 1. Monday 6:37 a.m. - Report of a man who called 911 in search of his spouse.

GIBSON: It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Ethel Louise Gibson, late of North Battleford, on Friday, March 14, 2014 at the age of 77 years.

North Battleford residents will have an opportunity to welcome back a former resident and member of St. Paul's Church for an evening of gospel music Saturday evening, May 3.

GURAN: In Loving Memory of Joseph Edward Guran. Joe went to be with the Lord on March 10, 2014 with his wife Rosalind, sister-in-law, Joyce and best friend, Leon holding his hands. We are saddened to lose him, but know that God only picks the best.

Health care volunteers will be celebrated Tuesday at an annual event that has been attracting more than 300 people in the last several years.