In the Community

Two well-known radio personalities - Jamie Lewis (on the left) from CKRM Regina, and Jason Lee (on the right) from CJWW Saskatoon - blew into town on April 19 and 20 to help local volunteers and fundraisers sell Spring Fever Lotto tickets.

Claire Seal, Branch Manager of Conexus Credit Union presents Curtis Nelson, President of the Civic Improvement Association a cheque for $50,000 towards Assiniboia’s New Arena.

The Town of Assiniboia sponsored and hosted a special Awards Night at the Prince of Wales Cultural and Recreation Centre on April 18, recognizing several individuals who demonstrate outstanding service toward the community.

Darryl Meyer, owner of B&A Petroleum, at centre, makes a personal donation of $20,000 to the Assiniboia Civic Improvement Association to support building a new arena in Assiniboia.

The Village Food Store had their Grand Opening on April 22. It was a busy, busy day! Gilette served over 200 ice cream cones and had food specials all day long.

A number of years ago I purchased a CD by a group called Freedom Singers; I’ve never stopped listening to or being blessed by, their music.

The contributions of women in the community were recognized on Wednesday during the 20th annual Quota International of Estevan Women of Today Awards at the Wylie Mitchell building. Four awards were handed out.

Lloydminster – Patients requiring urgent transfers from Lloydminster Hospital will benefit from a more timely response, thanks to Husky Energy’s support for construction of a helicopter landing pad adjacent to the hospital.

DW-DQ Estevan DQ owners: “It was the most amazing thing” By David Willberg [email protected] It came together quickly, and it proved to be an overwhelming success.

I had every intention of continuing in my Proverbs series this week but given the tragic circumstances of the deaths and suffering of those associated with the Humboldt Broncos bus accident, I want to express my condolences.