MAIDSTONE — The Dec. 22 Regional News-Optimist never did arrive and unfortunately some newsworthy information was not delivered to our readers. There was a write-up covering Ratushniak “A Hollywood Christmas” concert with thank yous, Grace Church Christmas pageant with picture, Maidstone Museum lights and nativity scene display with thank you, information on Talance Kalmakoff fundraising, a wide variety of sports-related information provided by Kristin Becotte, as well as information on several upcoming events which are now over. There was a second write-up with pictures covering the local Canada Winter Games skiing team of which Talance Kalmakoff is a member.
I was disappointed. I went online and the articles were published – our community just didn’t get to read them in the paper. In communication with newspaper staff, I was informed their regular delivery person is away until Jan. 16 and the temporary relief didn’t get the paper to us. They apologize and thank us for our patience. If any readers are interested in seeing what was published, I have the two pertinent articles and will gladly get them to you (by email or in person). Give me a call at 306-893-2799.
We were saddened to hear Bob Huxley passed away at home in Lloydminster Dec. 17 at the age of 65. Condolences are extended to his son, Austin Huxley, siblings Dorinda (Bill) Fitzsimonds, Joanne Kissick, Marilyn (Don) Ferguson and Larry Huxley, and to other family and friends. A graveside service will be held at a later date.
School starts again Thursday, Jan. 5. Snowbanks are high, roads are slippery, and although they are cautioned to not play by the road, we all know “kids will be kids.” Drivers, please take it slow and watch carefully for children walking or playing at the side of the road.
Maidstone Youth Group is a fun, safe place for teens Grade 7 and older. They meet every Monday evening (except when there is no school). Melanie and Alex Pompu of Grace Community Church are the leaders. They do a fun activity every week from sports to games to baking without recipes and many other events.
Last week I mentioned the Maidstone Ice Arena “Canadian Trip of the Month” fundraiser with tickets available from any board member. Thank you to Leanne for supplying names: Bailey Mosimann, Blair Ryan, Dave Speirs, Dawn Kinchen, Leanne Doud, Lisa Gerlinsky, Sam Dawson, Stephen Myer, Tracey Rempel, Travis Hutchison, Shawn Kraft and Miranda Zerr. Look for the poster around town and on Facebook “What’s Happening in Maidstone” for a description of each month’s prize. Be sure you have your ticket ($125 each) for this month’s Rocky Mountaineer Rail tour trip draw Jan. 9. (February is a Niagara Falls getaway.)
After a busy December, all is quiet at Maidstone Museum this month. In lieu of holding our “third Monday of the month” meeting, we’ll be having our “Christmas in January” supper and gift exchange at Pine Island Suites.
Maidstone Minor Hockey Day is coming up on Saturday, Jan. 21, with all minor hockey teams being featured on the ice. Exciting hockey games including senior Jets and a few out-of-town teams, a food bank collection table, prize table and progressive 50/50 draw will make this a day to remember. Watch for the schedule next week.
Maidstone Curling Club says, “Let’s rock this!” They have a raffle to raise funds for upgrades and general maintenance. Tickets can be purchased from any member, call or text Melanie 780-808-0592, e-transfer to maidrockfund@gmail.com (be sure to include name and phone number). Only 2.000 tickets will be sold at $10 each with sales until Feb. 28 and the draw is on Friday, March 3 at 7 p.m.
Lashburn High School has announced their monthly online 50/50 draws to raise funds for tennis court renovation into a new outdoor learning space and recreation area. Prize each month is half of ticket sales ($10 each) up to a maximum of $25,000. The link is https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/lashburnhigh which they’d like us to share to make this project a reality. You can check it out on their Facebook page. (submitted by Carmen Payne)
Upcoming events:
• Friday, Jan. 6 - Maidstone Senior Jets vs Turtleford at Maidstone 8 p.m. MST (7 p.m. CST);
• Monday, Jan. 9 - First draw for Maidstone Ice Arena “Canadian Trip of the Month” at town office at 3 p.m. MST;
Maidstone Gully Multiple 4- H Club general meeting at Waseca Community Hall 7 p.m. MST;
• Saturday, Jan. 21 - Minor Hockey Day at Maidstone Ice Arena.
