Carlyle Observer

By Shelley Luedtke From the time I was a baby my family would go camping in B.C.'s Okanagan Valley. The region boasted all sorts of fruit and vegetable stands and I quickly learned to read the signs advertising available produce.

By Linda Wegner We all know that not all surprises are pleasant; indeed, some are unpleasant and others can be downright tragic. In contrast to those, I want to share some of the lovely surprises I’ve experienced this past week.

Submitted by Staff Sgt. Darren Simons Well, another Christmas and New Years has come and gone. Over the Holidays there was “Room at the Inn” and we had several individuals that spent time with us.

Grades 10-12 Final Exams Final exams for the grade 10-12 students begin on Wed. Jan. 23. On Wed. Jan. 23 grade 10’s have regular classes. At 12:40 PM, on Wed. Jan.

By Ken Rolheiser Yes, I said “Stars” because we are in the business of becoming stars before Christmas ends and Easter begins. As Magi we came to Christmas seeking the New Born King in our lives. We have a task to do before Lent begins.

Submitted by Nicole Currie Friday night, Jan. 11, the Cougars headed to Oxbow to take on the Huskies. It was a battle as each team was grinding it out for the two-point win.

The Carlyle & District Food Bank recently put together hygiene bags with some help from the Bits & Pieces Quilt Club who graciously sewed the bags to hold the supplies.

By David Baxter Global News, Regina Lots of people avoid going to the dentist. For some, it’s to avoid a potentially painful procedure but for many it’s because of the cost. Without insurance, the cost of procedures can quickly exceed $1,000.

By Shelley Luedtke We were among the thousands affected by the power outage that hit major portions of the province on December 4. As with most people that day, the loss of power curtailed our ability to do very much. Except talk.

By Lois Feaver Discover Estevan The Redvers Fire Department is about to get very busy heading into the 2019 year with new equipment and training that is helping to develop the Redvers Firemen even further.