Manitoba Snow Collapses Boosts Winter Sports Boom
Western Manitoba endures one of its heaviest snowfalls on record boosting ice fishing, snowmobiling and cross country skiing. Riding Mountain Park reports new trails and Mt. Agassiz drew record crowds, while anglers report mixed results on lakes like Clear Lake Sandy Lake and Rossman Lake. Nora Lake rainbows may grow to 50 pounds per acre as trials proceed. Hunter safety courses, elk season wrap up and Winnipeg boat show are noted alongside a quirky Sumatra frog sighting.
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Damp grain about to spoil in Manitoba drought warnings
Manitoba agricultural engineers warn millions of bushels of grain may spoil in weeks if not dried and cooled properly. They caution against halting dryers for high humidity, urge daily temperature checks, and describe aeration and moving grain to prevent mould pockets.
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Premier Weir Raises Provincial School Aid to Seventy Percent
Premier Walter Weir announced an increase to the school foundation program to 70 percent from 65 percent, boosting provincial support for primary and secondary education. He also said unconditional grants to municipalities would rise from $3 to $8 per person, easing municipal tax burdens.
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