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Newspaper
Rivers Banner
Location
Rivers, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 07, 2009
Page
5
An essay contrasts quiet evenings with busy days and urges daily stillness to hear God. It recounts King David's reliance on listening for divine guidance before battle and explains that God often speaks in a still small voice. Readers are encouraged to create uninterrupted quiet moments for prayer and reflection.
Deirdra Taylor-John of Rivers reports crowds of older children at a toddler play area near the elementary school. She cites safety issues, noisy language, litter, and occasional injuries, urging police foot patrols and clearer rules to keep younger kids safe while allowing shared access.
The note compares historic church spires and modern towers led by Burj Dubai and Petronas Towers, noting the CN Tower in Toronto as a former third tallest. It questions what today’s high points honor, whether fine food or technology. A personal family scene contrasts sewing lessons with baking saskatoon pies.
Rita Friesen describes a Sunday visit with her Toews sisters to the International Peace Gardens. She recalls childhood remarks from a parent, notes the lush summer setting, and reflects on the Peace Tower and memorials including a 9/11 plaque. The piece closes with hopeful questions about shared dreams of peace.
The writing recalls a skilled gardener in Neepawa tending about 2000 lilies in varied colors and forms. It praises his patience and devotion, noting the conveying message that everyone has a gift to use for others, echoed by a Bible verse about serving others.
The board of Manitoba Hydro selected the west side for the Bipole III line after evaluating reliability, costs, and environmental factors. Open houses in Swan River, The Pas, Portage la Prairie, Dauphin, Thompson, Roblin, and Winnipeg gather public input as the project undergoes environmental assessment. Bob Brennan serves as president and CEO.
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