Literacy month focus highlighted by Manitoba minister
Advanced Education and Literacy Minister Diane McGifford proclaims September 2007 as the second annual literacy month in Manitoba. The government emphasizes the link between literacy, employment, income, health and well being, noting a 2.2 million annual investment in adult literacy since 1999 and a 30 percent funding increase in the past year.
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Diane McGifford
Manitoba
Canada
Message book at Shilo and Brandon
A message book for deployed soldiers travels through Westman with stop options in Brandon and Shilo. Readers can leave notes at Shopper's Mall on Sept 12 from 9:30 a.m. to noon and at Canex, Canadian Forces Base Shilo from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Master Cpl. Renny Groves will carry the collection to Afghanistan after the tour.
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Westman
Brandon
Shopper's
Canadian Forces Base
Shilo
Cpl
Renny Groves
Afghanistan
Weed notes from Sid Lewis on roadside spray limits and fall programs
The Weed Supervisor explains the year end roadside spray finish and autumn focus on broadleaf weeds and Canada thistle. He notes temporary grass color changes from solvents, urges not to use off road areas, and declines new fall clients while planning the dandelion spray and awaiting frost guidance. Contact Midwest Weed Control District at 764 2128.
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Sid Lewis
Midwest Weed Control District
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