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Nelson police will 'jail' local business figures for Polar Plunge fundraiser.
Nelson police will stage a mock 'Jail and Bail' fundraiser on Thursday in which local business leaders are held in a mock cell until assigned bail is raised; proceeds will support the Special Olympics Polar Plunge at Lakeside Park on March 8.
Dinner and auction support Williams Lake Youth Rodeo Club's upcoming season
More than 200 tickets were sold for the Feb. 7 dinner and auction at the TRU gym, and organisers said the event raised just shy of $24,000 to support the Williams Lake Youth Rodeo Club's upcoming season.
Cam Kahin and PUP are close friends, he says
Cam Kahin spoke about his friendship with punk band PUP and said their early shows influenced the music on his debut album CHUG, which is out via Dine Alone.
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A quick roundup: Laurentian and its faculty remain apart after a Jan. 19 strike and university officials hope arbitration will restart talks this week, the city added 17 warming spaces active since Jan. 16 through at least the end of February, and Temagami Dry ginger ale is being reintroduced to the region.
Kiwanis Club Family Day returns with MHIP scavenger hunt and hot dog roast
The Kiwanis Club of Medicine Hat is sponsoring the 18th annual Family Day at Police Point Park on Feb. 16, featuring a free Medicine Hat Interpretive Program scavenger hunt and a hot dog roast; the event runs 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
TJ's Pizza Eating Contest for Telemiracle returns to Melfort
TJ's Pizza in Melfort is reviving its Pizza Eating Contest fundraiser for Telemiracle on Jan. 27 after a seven-year break, with the event set for 7 p.m. at the Melfort Legion Branch and proceeds designated for Telemiracle.
Rankin Inlet fire department looks to increase fundraising efforts
The Rankin Inlet Volunteer Fire Department held its annual fireworks to mark 2026 and is planning an Easter Egg Hunt after the 2025 event drew more than 400 children; the department also hopes to launch an annual Firemen's Ball and a vet clinic, with a presentation to hamlet council scheduled for Jan. 26.
Let's Do Something: Jan. 22, 2026 community events.
This bulletin lists local events for Jan. 22, 2026, noting the Skating Oval light display and warming shacks at 2020 McGregor Ave. and the conclusion of Manitoba Ag Days at the Keystone Centre today.
Obituary: Ethel Mary Reiger, known as the Bird Lady of Saskatchewan
Ethel Mary Reiger, known as the Bird Lady of Saskatchewan, died peacefully on Jan. 11, 2026; she was born March 7, 1940 and is remembered for caring for birds and squirrels and for her baking and community presence.
Community connection grows through the call of the drum
Community drum circles in Lethbridge are bringing residents together for shared rhythm and expression, led locally by facilitator Janice Harmer and supported by University of Lethbridge percussion programs.
Salmon Arm firefighters will conduct ice rescue training on McGuire Lake
The Salmon Arm Fire Department said it will hold an ice rescue practice on McGuire Lake Wednesday evening between 6:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m., and it reminded the public that local ice remains unsafe.
SWCC hosts 2025 Business Excellence Awards
The Strathmore Wheatland Chamber of Commerce held the 2025 Business Excellence Awards on Jan. 17 at the Strathmore Civic Centre, recognizing many local businesses after more than 120 nominations. Winners were announced across multiple categories, and organizers said the event may expand next year to accommodate growth.
Stettler council honours national gold medalist David Bursik.
Stettler town council recognized 15-year-old David Bursik at its Jan. 20 meeting after he won four gold medals at a national meet in Ontario last fall.