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Progress continues on the CUPlex site as more items continue to be put in place each week at the facility.

Ed, my neighbour next door, tells me repeatedly that the greeter position at Walmart stores has to be one of the dumbest jobs ever created. His exact words are, "No one wants someone eyeballing you as you come in the store.

About 200 hepcats, young and old, converged on Hafford Communiplex Feb. 11. The evening was busy with the sounds big band era swing. The dance went from 8 p.m. to midnight. The evening was held to raise money for Ukrainian National Hall upgrades.

History and Commentary from a Prairie Perspective

Sonningdale hosted another Valentine event, as they do every year. What can I say? Great entertainment, decorations, excellent food and great company.

Cree River Development Trading Post in Blaine Lake held its official grand opening Feb. 11 with many family, friends, community members and dignitaries in attendance.

The Blaine Lake Community Association hosted its annual grandma and grandpa bonspiel Feb. 12. Six rinks registered representing participants from Shell Lake, Leask, Marcelin and Blaine Lake.

Kyle Pooyak stood 65?, 265 pounds on the North Battleford Comprehensive High School's offensive line last season and now the big lineman will look to do that for the University of Regina Rams.

The rivalry between the St. Walburg Eagles and Paradise Hill Hawks was renewed during three games in the first round of the North Saskatchewan River Hockey League playoffs.

Two North Battleford Comprehensive High School Vikings basketball teams gear up for the final portion of the season. The senior boys looked to continue their impressive winning streak, but ended up with a silver medal.