When Ken died in February 2021, we had an outpouring of messages from readers, with many telling us how much his columns meant to them. In light of that, we thought we would go back through our files and re-publish some of them. Ken would be flattered by the kind words readers expressed. We miss...
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June 1, 2025June 28, 2025Uncategorized
Grow heirloom plants to preserve history
Much of what we commonly grow in the garden are hybrid plants. The seeds from hybrids should not be saved as what is grown from that saved seed will not necessarily become the expected plant. Hybrid seeds result from what is considered a terminal cross as the two parent plants that were crossed resulted in...
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June 1, 2025June 28, 2025Uncategorized
Flagg touted as can’t-miss NBA star
Even if you’re only a casual fan of U.S. college basketball, you’ve probably heard of Cooper Flagg, who will be the No. 1 selection in the June 25 National Basketball Association draft. Just as golf fans had heard of a young Tiger Woods prior to his big splash on the PGA Tour in 1996; just...
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June 1, 2025June 28, 2025Uncategorized
Meewasin Valley recognized in prestigious publication
Our province has been recognized as one of the places to visit in the eighth annual Globe and Mail piece called “Hidden Canada: 2025.” More specifically, the Meewasin Valley – which runs at total 105-kilometres north, south and through Saskatoon — was No. 1 out of the shoot. Bill Waiser, a noted Saskatoon historian and...
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June 1, 2025June 28, 2025Uncategorized
Province launches program to keep oil wells producing
The Government of Saskatchewan has launched the Low Productivity and Reactivation Oil Well Program (LPRP) to create new incremental oil production and revenue from low producing or inactive wells. The LPRP promotes industry investment in low-producing or inactive horizontal oil wells through a new royalty structure for eligible wells. In the final year of the...
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June 1, 2025June 28, 2025Uncategorized
Exposure to chemicals affects pregnancy
Recently, I gave a lecture to a medical conference in Phoenix. Because President Trump declared that there were only two sexes in the USA, I felt compelled to study and share information that refuted this notion. This is a thumbnail sketch of a huge topic. I’d be happy to share the full presentation and references...
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June 1, 2025June 28, 2025Uncategorized
RM of Corman Park council sets base tax for all properties
Clark’s Crossing Gazette I n addition to a uniform mill rate of 4.78, residents of the RM of Corman Park will pay a base tax of $235 for each property they own, which will allow the municipality to balance its 2025 budget. During a special council meeting on May 8, councillors passed third reading on...
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June 1, 2025June 28, 2025Uncategorized
Lt.-Gov. McIntyre meets King Charles III
The Honourable Bernadette McIntyre, Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan and Mr. Rich McIntyre were received by His Majesty King Charles III in Buckingham Palace on May 14. “It is a tremendous privilege to be welcomed by His Majesty for a private audience in Buckingham Palace,” said Lieutenant Governor McIntyre in a news release. “I was honoured...
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June 1, 2025June 28, 2025Uncategorized
As the Weather Warms Up, Keep These Health Mottos in Mind
With longer days and warmer weather ahead, it’s a great time to recommit to your health and fitness goals. Here are a few simple mottos to help keep you on track. 1. SOMETHING IS ALWAYS BETTER THAN NOTHING. This one can’t be said enough. You don’t need hours of intense exercise to benefit your health....
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June 1, 2025June 28, 2025Uncategorized
Sweet Blueberry Chia smoothie
A Blueberry Chia Smoothie is a refreshing and nutritious drink that can be a great breakfast or snack option. It takes 5 minutes to make. 1 ½ cup of blueberries 1 banana sliced 2 cups of coconut milk 2 tbsp. of chia seeds In a blender combine all ingredients, blend until smooth. Makes 2 servings. ...