🦟 Mosquito Fogging
Brandon council has approved early fogging as soon as Wednesday, overriding bylaw thresholds despite medium trap counts and a limited pesticide supply. Crews have six trucks ready, but only enough DeltaGuard for two full rounds, raising concerns if mosquito numbers spike later this summer.
🌊 River Levels & Sandbag Removal
With the Assiniboine dropping, crews are removing super sandbags along 1st Street today. Traffic remains one lane each way between the bridge and Kirkcaldy, and drivers are asked to give workers space.
🚦 West-End Intersection Safety
Residents say the McDiarmid & Victoria intersection needs upgrades after frequent near misses and a past fatal crash. Councillor Shaun Cameron raised the issue Monday night, and the City will conduct a preliminary traffic assessment. Safety upgrades at the 19th & Richmond crosswalk will also be reviewed as part of the City’s assessment.
🌡️ Heat & Air Quality
Brandon remains under a heat warning, with highs near 31°C and hotter weather coming tomorrow. Air quality sits in the moderate range as humidity stays elevated.
💧 Flood Recovery Expansion
Thirteen more Westman communities now qualify for the Manitoba Flood Recovery Program, offering financial help to homeowners and tenants who didn’t meet Disaster Financial Assistance criteria. The full list is available on our website.
💉 Free Immunization Clinic
Prairie Mountain Health is hosting a free vaccine clinic today at Brandon Shoppers Mall. Shots for kids and adults — including measles and mumps — run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. across from Stokes.
🚔 Carman Assault Suspect Arrested
RCMP thank the public after a post seeking Miranda Geras, accused of assaulting and binding a man in Carman, was shared over 1,000 times. She has been safely taken into custody.
🔍 Neepawa RCMP Search
Neepawa RCMP are looking for Vincent Hebert, 35, wanted for possession of stolen property over $5,000 and failing to comply with a release order. Contact RCMP if you know his whereabouts.
🪢 Ebb & Flow Assault Suspect
RCMP are searching for an 18‑year‑old woman accused of striking a 26‑year‑old with a billiard ball in a sock. A warrant is issued for assault with a weapon.
⚡ Hydro Threat Concerns
Manitoba Hydro’s CEO says misinformation is fueling threats against staff, with eight credible cases under investigation — including one incident where a homeowner allegedly set dogs on a meter reader. The warning came during hearings on proposed natural‑gas turbines in Brandon.
🏍️ Motorcycle Fatality
Manitoba has recorded its eighth motorcycle death of the summer after a 61‑year‑old Marchand rider died on Highway 210 near Reynolds. RCMP say he lost control rounding a corner and went into the ditch.
🍺 Wheat Kings 50/50 Partnership
Trans Canada Brewing Co. is the new presenting sponsor of the Wheat Kings Foundation’s 2026–27 50/50 program, boosting fundraising for youth and community initiatives. The Fall Progressive 50/50 launches August 1 with a $10,000 guaranteed jackpot and early‑bird prizes.
🏒 Brandon to Host 2027 TELUS Cup
Brandon will be officially named host of the 2027 TELUS Cup at a Keystone Centre announcement Thursday, with Hockey Canada and provincial partners outlining plans for the U18 men’s national championship.
🧩 Calgary Search for Missing Boy
Calgary police are shifting from broad ground searches to targeted information in the effort to find Parker, an 11‑year‑old autistic and non‑verbal boy missing for 12 days.
🌏 Japan Earthquake
A 7.1‑magnitude earthquake shook Kyushu, prompting a tsunami advisory for Ariake Bay. No major damage has been reported, and nuclear officials say nearby plants show no abnormalities.
💰 Apple Crypto Scam Lawsuit
Apple faces a lawsuit after a fraudulent crypto‑wallet app allegedly drained user accounts of $1.8 million. Plaintiffs argue Apple’s vetting process gave the scam legitimacy.
🎵 Ariana Grande Data Theft Lawsuit
Ariana Grande is suing dozens of unidentified hackers, alleging years of cyberattacks led to her unreleased music and personal data being leaked and sold on the dark web.
