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Fairs Key Contributors To Local Economies

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“They’re still a good attraction.” – DORIS FLETCHER, PRESIDENT, MANITOBA ASSOCIATION OF AGRICULTURAL SOCIETIES CAFE study highlights Source: Canadian Fairs and Exhibitions Economic Impact Study 2009 Combined impact of all Canadian fairs estimated at $1 billion annually. – Large fairs contribute $386 million to local economies; medium fairs $51 million; small fairs $569 million Average
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Province Helps Fund Fairground Upgrades

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“There needs to be upgrading.” – DORIS FLETCHER, MAAS PRESIDENT Agricultural socie-ties will share $94,500 in provincial grants in 2009-10 to help cover costs of much-needed upgrades such as paint and repairs to barns, grandstands, bleachers and signage. The provincial government announced the grant last week. “These organizations support and encourage the exhibitions and fairs
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Battling Garden Slugs

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As summer advances many gardeners begin to notice more and more slug damage. Holes begin to appear in hosta and lettuce leaves, dahlias and other plants begin to look tattered, and slugs may even be found in produce as it is harvested from the garden. There are measures that can be taken to minimize slug
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Much Talent At MHSRA Finals

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The Manitoba High School Rodeo Association showcased athletic talents at the provincial finals last month in Hamiota. Rough stock champions were Landon Lockhart, Brandon – bull riding; Orin Larsen, Inglis – bareback; and Kane Larsen, Inglis – saddle bronc. Tanner Rutten of Redvers, Sask. who rodeos on Manitoba soil was the champion in tie-down roping
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Attention All Crafters

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Eight new “retro” International Harvester, Farmall, McCormick and Case IH fabrics are available for quilters and crafters. Thanks to overwhelming demand for the first six International Harvester-branded fabrics in their V. I. P. collection, Cranston and Case IH are expanding the line. “In addition to eight new designs and five new blender fabrics, we’re thrilled
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Money-Saving Décor Ideas

CONNIE OLIVER AROUND THE HOUSE The economy is on everyone’s mind these days. The more you hear about the recession the more you think twice about spending money on unnecessary i t ems . Ev e n the home décor industry, which is usually considered recession-proof, is noticing a slowdown. The recession is also seeing
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Tips For The Kitchen

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Here’s some hints that will come in handy when cooking: Use muffin tins as moulds when making stuffed peppers. A few drops of lemon juice added to the water will result in whiter potatoes. Add a little milk to the water when cooking cauliflower. It will remain attractively white. More juice is obtained from a

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