🏞️ Assiniboine River Peaks; Flow Still a Concern
Brandon’s Assiniboine River has stabilized after reaching its peak, but Emergency Preparedness Manager Tobin Prazik says the speed of the river remains a concern. 1st Street Northbound stays closed, with traffic rerouted using the southbound lane only until further notice.
🛡️ City Confident in Dykes, Monitoring Continues
Mayor Jeff Fawcett says the city is confident its flood‑mitigation measures will hold, but crews will continue monitoring dykes and pressure points over the next several days.
🌾 Cornwallis Reeve Calls for Meaningful Mitigation Talks
RM of Cornwallis Reeve Mike Waddell says the time for meaningful Assiniboine River flood‑mitigation discussions is now, urging all stakeholders to take part. Producers report early crop losses, while others wait for fields to dry before assessing full damage.
🚧 Flood Impacts Continue Across the Region
Water is receding in hard‑hit communities like Swan River, but cleanup and rebuilding continue. In Dauphin, flooding knocked out the community’s main hospital and ER — Premier Wab Kinew says reopening could take nine to 12 months.
📱 Streaming Surges Ahead of Cable
New Nielsen data shows streaming now accounts for 38% of all TV viewing in Canada, well ahead of cable at 29%. Analysts say it highlights the rapid shift away from traditional television.
⚠️ Workplace‑Violence Injuries Triple Since 2015
Manitoba’s labour movement says workplace‑violence injuries have more than tripled since 2015, including a 20% jump in the past two years. The MFL is calling for a provincewide prevention strategy, safer staffing levels and stronger enforcement.
🚶 Brandon Police Ramp Up Crosswalk Enforcement
Brandon Police are urging drivers to slow down and stay alert at pedestrian crosswalks. Officers will increase Highway Traffic Act checks at high‑risk crossing areas.
🔫 Former Dauphin Mayor Facing 439‑Gun Seizure Charges
RCMP confirm former Dauphin mayor Inky Mark faces sweeping firearms‑related charges after officers seized 439 guns, ammunition, more than $300,000 in cash, and even an antique cannon. The haul followed a months‑long trafficking investigation. Mark was remanded, then released under conditions. Read the full article
đź“Š Canadians Spending More Time on Screens
New polling shows Canadian adults spend over six hours a day on screens — younger Canadians top eight hours. Researchers say digital habits continue to dominate daily life.
đź’¸ Shrinkflation Squeezing Household Budgets
New MNP data shows rising costs are eating into paycheques before they arrive. Three in five Canadians say at least half their income is locked into bills and debt; one in six say their entire paycheque is spoken for.
⛳ Wheat City Golf Course Reopens Back Nine
The Wheat City Golf Course will reopen the back nine at noon today. The front nine needs more time as river levels recede. Golfers must check in at the Pro Shop and show their receipt at the 10th tee.
🌱 Producers Set for WADO Field Day
Producers will get the latest crop research tomorrow at WADO’s Field Day in Melita, featuring sessions on seed‑placed phosphorus, greenhouse gases, soil pit demos and dry‑bean inoculant updates. The event runs 10 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.
đź’Š Pharmacists Take On Expanded Roles in Patient Care
To ease pressure on the health‑care system, Manitoba pharmacists are taking on expanded roles — from prescribing for common conditions to managing complex chronic diseases. The University of Manitoba has launched an online micro‑certificate to build advanced clinical skills, training pharmacists to assess patients, interpret lab work and catch red‑flag issues before ER visits.
