Battlefords News Optimist

By the time this goes to print, I'm hopeful that no more snow has fallen and that the big melt has at least begun.

The wind blew wild yesterday. Normally unrestricted views of Vancouver Island were blocked by a curtain of rain, fog and water as wind speeds, edging closer than I'd like to hurricane force, shook the house.

Battleford Hillcrest Seniors sponsored their 20th Telemiracle concert at their hall Feb. 19 raising just under $1,200.

Yes, the days are getting longer! I suppose that means we are expected to get more done in a day! More and more Ski Doos are being seen in and around the village creating a more normal winter landscape.

The first meeting of the St. Walburg Royal Purple Lodge No. 201 of the New Year was held Jan. 1, with Dorothea Hocher presiding and 29 members signing the register. The provincial conference is in Swift Current June 7 to 10.

MASLOVSKI: In Loving Memory of Jasmina Maslovski who was born November 8, 1977 at Vrbas, Serbia and passed away January 15, 2012 at North Battleford, SK. The Funeral Service was held Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at 2:00 p.m.

February has arrived! It is a leap year February too so you have one extra day to play with this year. And men, fair warning - Valentine's Day is only 12 days away so start planning now guess that goes for the girls too.

There will be no all-star game or skills competition for the North Saskatchewan River Hockey League's all-stars, all they will get is the recognition from their teammates and opponents as the season winds down.

Hiring a personal trainer is an excellent decision. Personal trainers can push you beyond your comfort zone, helping you achieve results that for most, would be impossible without someone pushing you.

Kathy and Ross Campbell had a an interesting and adventuresome trip when they travelled to Peru. They spent 18 days there leaving home Dec. 28.