Estevan Mercury

Power has been restored in the Estevan area. SaskPower crews were at the scene of a power outage Sunday. The Crown corporation said in a tweet Sunday at 7:55 a.m.

I love to start the column out with a small discussion about the weather since it is the subject that comes up in almost all conversations.

Did I catch your attention? Results like this aren’t realistic or maintainable. Yet, we see titles or headlines, or crazy testimonials and think it’s possible and try the crazy gimmick, quick fix, or deprivation diet that claims you can do it too.

An additional 12,615 doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in Saskatchewan, bringing the total number of vaccines administered in the province to 268,895. This is the highest daily doses administered to date.

Mental health has become a buzzword this year, with people slowing down to look inward and so many others struggling during the pandemic year.

The provincial government has updated the guidelines regarding outdoor activities. “With the weather warming up, many people are looking forward to getting outdoors to enjoy spring in Saskatchewan.

The missing person from Weyburn has been located. The Weyburn Police Service reported Saturday morning that Jacqueline Soles, 13, was found safe and sound. She was reported missing on Friday.

Environment Canada has lifted the special weather statement that was issued for the Estevan area. The advisory was issued Friday afternoon, but was lifted Saturday at 4:25 a.m.

There are 358 new cases of COVID-19 to report in Saskatchewan on April 9, bringing the provincial total to 35,748 cases. There are six new deaths to report.

Remembrance or celebration? Simply put, it depends on reasons and attitudes. I certainly have experienced them both this year and both have affected my life forever.