Lions are recognized worldwide for their humanitarian services to the blind and visually impaired. This recognition began when Helen Keller challenged the Lions to become “knights of the blind” in 1925. Keller (1880-1968), was left blind, deaf and mute by illness when only 19 months of age. Despite these staggering handicaps, Keller went on to
Journey for Sight roars into communities
Skating oval brings back memories
Skaters are gliding their way on a fun, family-friendly feature of Hamiota for the sixth winter season. Bringing back memories of skating on a snow-covered frozen slough, the skating oval that has brought about family togetherness and recreational pleasure since 2008 continues to gain popularity with it becoming a tradition for some families on Christmas
Quilt till you Wilt
Well over 100 masterpieces at Hamiota’s annual show
People enjoy quilts for many different reasons. They can provide clues to the past; warmth, beauty and value; and enjoyment in the form of colour, texture and pattern. Quilts also unleash artistic talents of new and experienced artisans, as was showcased at the 2012 Hamiota Quilt till you Wilt’s late-November annual show at the community
Hoof Beats of HOPE to auction off horse
The Fellowship of Christian Cowboys (Manitoba chapter), is looking to make a difference today and tomorrow for the children, their families and staff at the Children’s Hospital in Winnipeg through a special fundraising initiative called Hoof Beats of HOPE. The idea was put forth by Manitoba chapter president, Terry Baker of Newdale, however, it has
Minnedosa named “Rodeo of the Year”
Second time for local community attraction
Others agree that the Minnedosa Valley is a great place to watch the sport of rodeo, as the Minnedosa Rodeo Committee takes pride in seeing the event named the Rodeo of the Year for 2012 by the Heartland Rodeo Association. The local community attraction held this past summer also earned the title in 2009. “This
Angusville welcomes couple from Scotland
How far would you go to escape the rat race of a busy life and what would you do when you got there? For Angusville’s newest business owners, James and Caroline Hewson, the answer caught them by surprise. “We never expected to move 6,400 kilometres and open a garage/tire shop,” said Caroline. “The plan was
Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Museum
Museums are a treasure trove of memorabilia that can fill the slate when someone says, “let’s do something.” Featuring artifacts from the original Riding Mountain settlement of 1899, the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Museum in Sandy Lake is visited annually by 500 guests. Located in a municipal building, the museum started with a one-room display, which
Horse expedition to raise awareness
Two horsemen riding along a ditch in this neck of the woods may not be out of the ordinary, however, the two Albertans on horseback who passed through Shoal Lake in early June were on a mission. Leaving Edmonton on May 9, Alick Brooke and Guy Bourassa, passed the 1,000-km mark as they reached Russell
Rodeo leaving lasting impression
Throughout its inception the Manitoba High School Rodeo Association (MHSRA) has left an imprint on many families. For Rae Lyng, a talented Virden cowgirl, the trail to be a rodeo athlete all began thanks to her cousins Jenna and Kaylee Slater, and her grandma, Lynda Lyng, also of Virden. Beginning with barrels and poles in
Passionate about Rodeo
Quietness may be a trait of a young Oak River, Manitoba girl, but only until you get her talking about the sport of rodeo. Nine years ago, Hanna Kristjanson enjoyed the company of her first pony, Miss Kitty, and started leisurely riding at the age of four. Prior to becoming an avid rodeo cowgirl, she
Cyber-Savvy Farmer
