My perspective - Election madness
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- Published on Friday, September 18, 2015
By Kate Jackman-Atkinson
The Neepawa Banner
Slowly but surely, candidate signs are going up across the constituency. But they aren’t the only signs that we’re in the midst of an election.
Right in the centre - Political truths
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- Published on Thursday, September 17, 2015
By Ken Waddell
The Neepawa Banner
Many times I have heard people say they vote a certain way because of family tradition. If grandpa voted a certain way, then they do as well and with pride. That’s wrong, just plain wrong.
Starting from scratch
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- Published on Wednesday, September 16, 2015
By Vern May
Minnedosa & Area Community Development Corporation
Separating fact from fiction is key to the development of any organization. Whenever you rely on the expertise of others to achieve your mission, you want to ensure you’re dealing with people who know what they’re talking about. Sometimes the easiest measure is to start from scratch.
Minders & Area CDC - Missing the boat
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- Published on Sunday, September 13, 2015
By Vern May
Minnedosa & Area Community Development Corporation
Sometimes working in a small community can feel like you’re on an island all by yourself. The scope of your problems is pretty narrow, but the slate of opportunity can sometimes be as well. It’s easy to get caught up in the here-and-now and lose touch with what’s happening beyond town limits.
Homebodies - The perfect long weekend
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- Published on Sunday, September 13, 2015
By Rita Friesen
It was the perfect long weekend. It was not spent at a lake, or at a resort or a campground. I stayed at home!