Battlefords News-Optimist

Although thunder could be heard rumbling Sunday afternoon, there was no rain here. Some rain would be welcome and is needed so that crops will fill.

Mid-August has residents busy with garden processing, harvest preparation or lingering in the last few weeks of summer.

The Unity Cardinals are the 2013 Saskatchewan Men's Senior A2 Provincial Champions after a weekend of close games and extra innings. Unity hosted the provincial tournament Aug.

Dear Editor Regarding the photo, "Little Birds, Big Beaks" in the Aug. 1 edition of the Regional Optimist, we have a nest just like it with four of these "Mouth Mash" swallows, only with a little more straw and mom's feathers sticking up vertically.

Our condolences to the family of Micheal Yaceyko, to his wife Tracy (Nosek) and three young children and to other family members, on his sudden death. The funeral for Micheal was held in Waseca Hall Aug 8. Interment was in Waseca Cemetery.

The Saskatchewan Agricultural Hall of Fame has recognized agricultural leaders for 43 years.

Why do libraries matter to me? Because, libraries embody the very best of society.

To celebrate a 90th birthday is a privilege, and not only was the celebrant, Mary Woytiuk, honoured but so were the many family and friends in attendance who gathered to witness the momentous occasion.

Donna, Rhonda and Rema Gardi of Prince George, B.C. were here to visit their mom, grandma and great-grandma Lil McMillan. They also visited Grandpa Milt McMillan in Pine Island Lodge and spent time at the lake with other relatives.

The Village of Borden held an information meeting Aug. 7, with administrator Barry Hvidston, Mayor David Buckingham and councillors Ian Tracksell, Tom Redhead, Jamie Brandrick and Terry Tkaczyk on hand to present three topics and answer questions.