Rural Roundup — Sept. 24, 2026
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KILLARNEY
At the age of 81, loyal cycle enthusiast Bob Moore plans to make yet another ride for charity. And this year is special, because it marks two decades of stepping into the saddle and hitting the road to help others.
“I will be riding 81 kilometres on October 3, because that is my age in numbers,” Moore said. “I will ride around Crystal City, depending on which way the wind blows. I have four different routes I could take, and I like the wind at my back.”
This year, Moore aims to raise $10,000 to help pay for two adapted bikes for a couple of kids in need: nine-year-old Scarlett of Warren, who is autistic; and Gabriel, 11, of Brandon who has Down Syndrome. If the fundraiser surpasses its target, the extra money will be used to buy an iPad for another child, Moore said.
Moore said he trains in the summer for the ride, and that he likes the fall for long-distance rides.
» The Killarney Guide
NEEPAWA
A new initiative from the Neepawa Legion aims to honour the legacy of local veterans.
The program would see banners featuring local historic veterans displayed throughout the community as a tribute to their service. The proposed banners would be installed on street lights annually, from mid October until the end of November.
On Sept. 1, Legion Branch No. 23 member Steve Goudie presented the proposal to the town council for the creation of a Veteran Street Light Banner Program. A similar style of commemoration has run in Minnedosa since 2019.
Goudie said the purpose of the project is to create a lasting reminder of the sacrifices and dedication of Canadian veterans, while providing residents a chance to reflect and remember.
The Legion said the program would not require any direct financial assistance from the town, as funding would come through the Legion’s efforts.
The only requirement from the town would be assistance in installing the banners, then taking them down again as town staff install Christmas decorations.
Goudie said the initial phase of the project would likely begin with 20 banners, with the potential for expansion in the future. The Legion must still finalize details such as banner design and specific locations. Council expressed support for the initiative in principle and indicated it would work with the Legion as the project details are finalized.
» Neepawa Banner & Press
ASESSIPPI PROVINCIAL PARK
The council of the Rural Municipality of Riding Mountain West has passed a resolution allowing GIP (Russell Redi-Mix) to go ahead with plans for a gravel pit north of the Asessippi Ski Resort and south of its current quarry along Highway 83.
In a recorded vote, the resolution passed four to two, with Couns. Wes Anderson and Judy Snitynsky casting the dissenting votes.
The resolution sets out a number of conditions, including limited access to the site and hours and days it can operate, which includes no operation on weekends and Manitoba and Saskatchewan school and civic holidays. It can only run from the second Monday in April to the second Friday in May, and from the Tuesday after the October long weekend to Nov. 10.
MINNEDOSA
A Manitoban has journeyed back to Minnedosa to practise veterinary care after completing her education in Winnipeg.
Hanna Kristjanson has joined the Minnedosa Veterinary Clinic. Her arrival marks an important milestone for the Minnedosa Veterinary Clinic after several years of searching for another veterinarian during a province-wide shortage of veterinary professionals.
Kristjanson’s arrival also comes as the clinic embarks on another major expansion.
Kristjanson grew up in Oak River, surrounded by horses, goats, chickens, cats and family dogs. She completed an undergraduate degree at Brandon University before graduating from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in Saskatoon in 2025, and completing a one-year clinical internship at Elder’s Equine, a specialty equine referral and surgical centre near Winnipeg.
With increasing demand for veterinary care throughout the region, the additional space will help accommodate a growing team and expanded services while ensuring local livestock producers, horse owners and pet families continue to receive comprehensive veterinary care close to home.
» The Minnedosa Tribune