Declining Manitoba school enrollments show signs of stabilizing
The Birdtail Trail and Potashville divisions report 8 to 11 operating schools with about 2061 expected attendance this year, down from last year. They plan computer courses in select schools and will keep all three divisions intact with 95 to 145 teachers across the system.
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Rossburn
Oakburn
Elphinstone
Potashville
Debue
Bangor
Stockholm
Atwater
Esterhazy
Tantallon
Strathclair
Newdale
Sec-Treas
Pelly Trail
Murray Bradshaw
Hamiota
Shoal Lake
Birtle
Churchbridge
Streamlining Education Dept Aims for Efficient Resource Use
Education Minister Maureen Hemphill outlines a department overhaul aligned with Premier Pawley’s plan to reprioritize resources. The changes include renaming and expanding branches, consolidating services, and boosting planning while consulting with teachers, divisions, and the public.
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Maureen Hemphill
Hemphill
Mirs
Hemphint
Mala Shoes marks grand opening with community support
Mala Shoes and Accessories hosted a three day grand opening from September 2 to 4 with Mayor Jim Langford cutting the ribbon. The event featured demonstrations, a full line of footwear, refreshments, door prizes, and coverage by KDM Radio and CKX Brandon TV. Staff included Myra Kilkenny and Anita Zimmer among others, with floral tributes from numerous local residents and organizations in Russell.
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Judy Russin
Mala Shoes
Jim Langford
Myra Kilkenny
Anita Zimmer
Enid Parasuik
Evie Whitmer
Gertie Russin
Cynthia Nerbas
Bill
Neema Kilkenny
Terry
Melita
Kerry Huff
Jason
Jennifer
Russell
Minnedosa
John
Cherikee Mendrikis
Jim Hilland
Roblin
Branchle
Balbech
Russell Tray Coap
Russel
Alvin
Hazel Miller
Bulldall
Enid Parasiuk
Val Brown
Madeline
Mala Shoes and
Bertha Geres
MacNutt
Karen Zimmer
Karen Clearwater
Bonnie Stewart
Jim Langtod
Mala Shoes and Accessories
Ronnie Hawkins Blazes Through Canadian Rockabilly Legend
Otto era hero Ronnie Hawkins, born in Arkansas, made a career in Canada after driving north in a '52 Chevy. He mentored Canadian artists, supported local radio play financially, and inspired peers like Sylvia Tyson and Burton Cummings. Dylan called him pure magic, and Hawkins continues to command stages at venues like the Royal York Imperial Room.
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Tereren
Mr. Dynamo
Ronzie Hawkins
Arkansas
Ozark
Ronnie Hawkins
Canada
Wanda
Hawkins
Sylvia Tyson
Burton Cummings
Ronnie ' Hawkins
Dylan
Royal York Hotel
Imperial Room
Memphis
Russell Mayor Sees Steady Growth Amid Slower Building
Mayor Jim Langford reports Russell’s growth continues at a steady pace with 21 building permits this year totaling 380000. He notes a federal grant for first time home owners won’t trigger a rural boom and cites expanding lagoon, road paving, and rising tourist traffic as signs of a healthy, gradually expanding agricultural town.
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Au Terre
Manitoba
Langford
Russell
Waywayseecappo School readied amid housing and water fixes
The Waywayseecappo Band council says the arena is converted into a school set to start on September 7 with 250 to 300 students. Economic advisor Lyle Longclaws notes previous enrollment under 100, now about 60 more students return while housing and running water/sewage issues are being addressed to improve health and education access.
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Cappo Council
Lyle Longclaws
Waywayseecappo Band
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Isterhazy
Spy Hill
Langenourg
Inglis
Neil McDonald
Pratt School
Streamlining Education Dept
Pawley
Anne
KDM Radio
Paul Walker
George Curl
CKX
Brandon _T.V
Ronny Hawkins
Bob
Honny Hawkins
Jim Langtora
Waywayseecappo School
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