Rivers profile: Joan Thomson recalls life and dreams
Joan Thomson, born November 26 1936 in Rivers, is a retired nurse and EMS instructor who returned to Rivers in 1977. She recalls her early work as a waitress, schooling in Rivers Winnipeg Brandon, loves Scotland, Christmas music and classic films, and plans a dream trip to Newfoundland this year.
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Joan Thomson
EMS
Blue Boy Coffee
Rivers
Winnipeg
Brandon
Scotland
Newfoundland
Andrew Lloyd Webber
Sturgeon Heights
TBS
Audrey Hepburn
Third Ave
Milestones on November 24 Historical Highlights
On this day November 24 events include the Pony Express reaching Sacramento from St. Joseph in 1860, Lyle Waggoner birth in 1935, the first navigational satellite launch in 1960, Grease closing after 3,883 performances in 1980, and Tiger Woods winning the Masters at age 21 with 18 under par in 1997.
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Sacramento
St. Joseph
Lyle Waggoner
Earth
Tiger Woods
Minus signs and vertical awareness in personal growth
Alan Cohen reflects on how negatives become dividends when patience, reflection, and rising above circumstances foster growth. He recalls childhood injury, parenting challenges, and the value of stepping back, reading, listening to music, and seeking Divine timing for progress.
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Alan Cohen
Where am I feature invites readers to share local gems
Readers are invited to discuss location and significance of objects around Kenton Rapid City and Hwy I Cardale. Weeks reveal pictures then details. Submit tips to sales riversbanner.com or email info riversbanner.com or call 204 328 7494 with stories.
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Hassan
Rivers Banner
Riversbanner
Kenton-Rapid City
Hwy. I-Cardale
Riversbanner.com
Lets Make A Deal to Benefit Rivers Train Station Restoration
Fundraiser for the Rivers Train Station Restoration Project invites participation in a game show event. Attendees dress up raid pockets with treasures for a chance to play. Tickets available from local volunteers and businesses with a April 18 deadline.
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Rivers
Heather Gray
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Ritva Friesen
Wil Warkentin
Brenda McKenzie
Manitoba
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Gmail
H.E.L.P
Megan Lalonde
Donna Morken
Betty Macdonald
Rivers Bigway
Rivers Super Thrifty
Carols
Hair Dynamics
Rivers Home Hardware
Prairie Crocus Regional Library
RM of
Oakview
Blanshard
Cardale
Oak River
Rapid City
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