Humboldt Journal

An app developed in Saskatchewan meant to help out farmers’ mental health is receiving some support from the Government of Saskatchewan.

HUMBOLDT — It was an honour for Humboldt for the Governor General to think of the community when filming her Canada Day address, said Humboldt’s mayor. The second-to-last scene in Julie Payette’s address featured her in the Elgar Petersen Arena.

TISDALE — According to Kim Stonehouse, crops extension specialist with the Tisdale office at the Ministry of Agriculture, it’s possible Tisdale’s brief hailstorm on July 2 had an impact on local crops.

HUMBOLDT — The city is still assessing the effects from a recent rainstorm and looking at applying to a program that will help residents pay for any damage. “We're still trying to get numbers from people,” said Rob Muench, Humboldt’s mayor.

CARROT RIVER — Construction on the reverse osmosis upgrades to the Town of Carrot River water treatment plant is expected to begin by the beginning of August.

After conducting a survey on internet and cellular service in rural Saskatchewan, the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) found a high level of disruption and dissatisfaction with those services.

EAST CENTRAL — The Horizon School Division is acting after provincial auditor Judy Ferguson’s semi-annual report said the division needs to fully use its maintenance IT system to better prioritize its maintenance projects.

HUMBOLDT — After two terms in office, Sandy Weyland announced she will not run for re-election to Humboldt City Council in the November 2020 election.

COVID-19 has shone a light on numerous challenges that governments are facing at all levels. This includes the lack of voice that towns and villages have in Saskatchewan.

A discussion with local mayors of towns and villages with Municipalities of Saskatchewan has meant communities will be required to continue advertising notices in local community newspapers.