Leons Headlines May 12: Soaring temperatures with little relief overnight prompts heat warning for much of southern MB, not including Brandon. Temps will be hot at +32 today & +30 Tuesday.
-Brandon fire & police investigate a suspicious fire at a boarded-up home on 8th Street after someone broke in through a second-floor window.
-Brandon Police Chief says Safewalk program with cadets downtown to ensure safety is being considered as part of a new downtown strategy.
-Two men from Lake MB FN & Fort Alexander charged with arson after allegedly ignoring fire bans that caused significant damage last week.
-BC wildfire crews expected to join The Pas fire line today.
-Brandon has a year-round fire ban prohibiting open fires & fireworks without a permit, currently not being issued, however approved fire pits are allowed.
-Record-high cattle prices provide much-needed financial relief to struggling MB ranchers.
-Community members & volunteers gathered Saturday to prepare Brandon’s “Gone Too Soon” memorial garden, a tribute to honor lives lost to substance-related harm.
-‘Thunderbolts’ remained number one at the box office, hitting $272M globally, followed by ‘Sinners’ at $200M.
-Shamrock Drive-In movie theatre Killarney opens for the season Friday May 16.
-Stars take series lead after beating Jets 5-2. Game 4 in the best-of-seven NHL playoff series is Tuesday in Dallas.
HAPPY Manitoba Day! On May 12, we celebrate the rich history, culture, and spirit of our province. Manitoba officially joined Canadian Confederation on July 15, 1870, but Manitoba Day has been proudly observed every May 12 since our centennial in 1970! From prairie skies to vibrant communities — today, we honour what makes Manitoba home. With Summer coming fast, we have the best places to plan a visit!
https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/top-10-attractions-manitoba
Hollywood Stars Celebrate Mother’s Day. Celebrities flooded social media with heartfelt tributes to their moms in honor of Mother’s Day.
https://www.tmz.com/2025/05/11/mothers-day-celebrities-mom-kids
Chinese Trump Impersonator Goes Viral. A Chinese TikToker named Chen Rui is going viral for his uncanny impersonation of Donald Trump, despite never visiting the U.S.
https://www.boredpanda.com/chinese-trump-impersonator-nails-presidents-accent
AI Imagines Stars Without Cosmetic Enhancements. An AI-generated video reveals what Hollywood’s top women might look like without filters or cosmetic procedures.
Igloo Cooler Recall Expanded. Over a million Igloo coolers with faulty handles have been recalled due to multiple finger injuries and amputations.
https://boingboing.net/2025/05/12/recall-of-finger-amputating-igloo-coolers-expanded.html
Frontier Airlines Fires Viral Video Employees. Frontier Airlines fired staff involved in a viral customer dispute but still faces criticism over broader customer service issues.
Why Planes Cruise at 35,000 Feet. Commercial jets fly at 35,000 feet for fuel efficiency, weather avoidance, and smoother travel.
Don’t Put Cheese Through a TSA Scanner. Cheese can appear suspicious on TSA scanners, often causing unnecessary delays during airport security checks.
