Assiniboia Times

The desert is a theme that appears a number of times in the Bible. In one context, the desert is a wild, dangerous place far removed from any town or city. In this sense, someone in such a desert longs for the safety of a human community.

Unifor members were picketing the Southland Co-op's Assiniboia Agro Centre on Highway Two on the morning of March 11, 2020. They were supporting the Unifor workers who have been locked out from the Co-op Refinery Complex in Regina since December 5.

REGINA - Kids in Assiniboia will soon have a new spot to play in the local aquatic centre.

In light of evolving concerns related to the coronavirus (COVID-19), the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) had decided to postpone their midterm Policy Conference on March 12.

The sanctions implemented by the STF, which became effective on the midnight of March 10-11, would not be withdrawn, so SHSAA had to take action by cancelling the basketball playoffs.

The Saskatchewan Cattlemen’s Association is pleased to announce the election of Arnold Balicki as the new chairman of the board of directors. His election comes as the SCA held their AGM at the 2020 Saskatchewan Beef Industry Conference in Saskatoon.

The Canadian International Grains Institute (Cigi) and Cereals Canada are moving forward towards an amalgamated organization. This is a positive development.

Earlier this year, Sara Birrell in Briarpatch declared the real drug crisis on the prairies isn’t represented by opioids.

Saskatchewan first instituted liquor laws in the province in 1908. Local authorities were given the authority to grant liquor licences for bars in their area. Moose Jaw originally prohibited liquor licences, but reversed this law in 1910.

For the 11th time in 13 years, the Assiniboia Senior Rebels are this year's Notekeu hockey champs following a weekend sweep of all three games against the Hodgeville Huskies.