The tsymbaly has played a big role in the life of Rossburn, Manitoba resident Diane Twerdun and her late husband, Harry. From crafting the instrument, to playing it and giving lessons, the Twerduns kept this piece of Ukrainian culture alive locally, and across the country. Twerdun has been passionate about sharing her enjoyment of music
Keeping a piece of Ukrainian culture alive
Passion for sharing music led to crafting the tsymbaly, playing it and giving lessons
Area historian provides look at settlers of Olha region
‘Stalwart peasant’ is focus of Ed Stozek’s new documentary
Ed Stozek’s latest documentary, “The Time That Once Was,” delves into past generations residing in the Olha area. So it was fitting that the Dauphin man with local roots shared the story of the documentary at the Olha Hall in October. Those in attendance learned that the film was inspired by a quote from a
Canada 150 recently celebrated in Strathclair
Folklorama showcases Canadian diversity
Canada is a multicultural society whose diversity has been shaped over time by immigrants and their descendants. Celebrating Canada 150, that fact was highlighted at Strathclair’s Folklorama last month. Those in attendance shared in the celebration through food and entertainment, both allowing guests to “travel the world.” Twelve food booths promoting culinary delights of different
Mental Health Awareness Day recognized in Shoal Lake
Young woman shares her personal struggles with students
Depression, anxiety and substance use aren’t weaknesses — they are illnesses to be overcome — as acknowledged at a Mental Health Awareness Day in Shoal Lake last month. And no one knows this better than keynote speaker Grace Melvin of Brandon, who shared her personal struggle with depression and anxiety with Grade 10 and 11
Manitoba Little Buckaroo rodeos
Kindergarten to Grade 5 division now a part of high school association
Striving to keep interest of the sport of rodeo at the forefront and ensure its future, the Manitoba High School Rodeo Association continues to offer events geared to the younger ages. Designated rodeos allow students in kindergarten to Grade 5 to participate instead of just watching from the rail. The Manitoba Little Buckaroo (MLB) rodeos
Saving cowboy heritage
Teams compete for champion status
A traditional grassroots version of rodeo developed over the years from competitions held between ranch hands during large working ranch gatherings kicked up a lot of dust in Hamiota last month. The Manitoba Ranch Rodeo Association (MRRA) and its members from across Manitoba and Saskatchewan uplifted the spirits of the history of the sport. Although
‘Farm fresh’ is Oakburn couple’s slogan
Steve’s Farm Fresh Pork offers a variety of products to area consumers
Encouraging strong roots for a better food and agriculture system for all, a young Oakburn couple operating a third-generation family farm, has diversified their operation by offering 100 per cent fresh pork from the farm gate. Steve’s Farm Fresh Pork, owned and operated by Stephen and Vicki Yanyk, offers a variety of products to Oakburn-area
Rossburn farmer recognized for 30 years of weather reporting
Metro Belbas has been dedicated to providing facts and figures to Environment Canada
Weather is something we all talk about, but for the past 30 years, Metro Belbas of Rossburn has done more than that. The farmer and greenhouse operator has been keeping daily records of temperature and precipitation, as well as notes on the general character of weather, and submitting monthly info to Environment Canada. For his
Passion for antique farm machinery
This father and son share the love of farming equipment of the past
You may take the man from the farm, but you can’t take the farm from the man.” That definitely sums up a father and son from Strathclair, who love telling stories of the past from their shop on the town’s outskirts. Willard Moffett and his son David are well known for their passion for antique
Stockton, Man. cowgirl wins MHSRA Queen title
Growing up with horses, Milagh Sattler drawn to rodeo
Finding her way into the high school rodeo family made Milagh Sattler of Stockton, Manitoba feel like she had a place to belong. Growing up with horses, the little farm girl, now a Grade 10 graduate from Glenboro School, has always had a passion for rural life, sharing farm duties with her parents, Mike and
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