Weyburn Review

Brogan Spence, Alex Watson and Madison Kot show their art work of an octopus, owl and turtle at Weyburn Comprehensive High School. The works were part of the WCS art exhibition held May 15-16.

The Weyburn Chamber of Commerce and WEYBEX sponsors gathered at the Co-op Metro Centre on May 18 for the official announcement of the 2012 finalists. Kim Thorson of Thorson & Horner Law Office was nominated for Business Leader of the Year.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of a wonderful mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, auntie and friend, Stefania "Stella" Oshust, on May 11, 2012 at the age of 86 years.

Curt Minard, and his Team Canada amputee team won gold at the ISIHF World Championships. The tournament was held in Finland from May 2 to 5. "This was one of the most unbelievable experiences that I have ever had," said Minard.

Graham DeLaet tied for 41st at the HP Byron Nelson Championship, earning $22,132. The former Weyburn golfer was tied for third for making greens in regulation at the tournament.

Weyburn's historic landmark Court House is set to once again be open for provincial court and Court of Queen's Bench sessions, three years and $8.4 million after work begun to renovate the stately structure.

The deadline to appeal the assessed value of property for the City of Weyburn has passed and this year four residents appealed their assessment. The appeal period closed on May 23 at 1 p.m.

Weyburn Comp athlete Marissa Pirlot, centre, jumps over the last hurdle and makes her way to the finish line, making a new record at the pre-district track meet.

The finalists for the 2012 WEYBEX awards were announced by the Weyburn Chamber of Commerce on Friday. Nominated for business leader of the year is Kim Thorson, of Thorson and Horner Law office.

Heatwave Hoops, a summer basketball camp for youth, will not be running this summer.