Leons Headlines June 26: Packed house in Carberry last night as residents fiercely opposed the province’s “preferred” RCUT design for the 5 & 1 intersection, suggesting rural areas get the same consideration as the city, demanding an overpass.
-249 graduates from Crocus Plains celebrated their high school journey yesterday at Keystone Centre. Today’s the final day of classes in the BSD, first day of classes in the fall will be Wednesday September 3.
-MPI wants 2% rate hike for 2026, raising rates for the average MB driver $21 a year if approved.
-Brandon will replace just one playground per year the next 2 years, redirecting $550K to help fund a $3.8M clubhouse at the multi-sport outdoor facility at First Street & Veterans Way.
-City Council approves $900K for 9 new police vehicles to be delivered later this year.
-Lt.-Col. Jack Nguyen, a veteran of Afghanistan, Kuwait & Iraq, named the new commander of CFB Shilo.
-MB Securities Commission warns the public after a local senior lost $2M to a fake AI-generated crypto scam.
-Dauphin Countryfest gates opened at 10am this morning, with Kick‑Off Party at 3 pm & Default performance tonight.
-Bombers look to continue hot start vs. winless Elks as Wpg hosts Edmonton tonight 7:30.
HAPPY FINAL DAY OF SCHOOL! See you in September! Next day back in class is September 3, and in the meantime, parents are wondering “so what do we do with our kids now”? Many will do camps, others will visit relatives, go on holidays and spend time at the lake. The HOT PARENT TREND FOR 2025? The 80’s Summer. An “80s Summer” refers to giving kids a nostalgic, unplugged, and free-range summer—like many experienced in the 1980s. It’s a reaction to today’s tech-heavy, over-scheduled childhoods.
☀️ Key Features of an 80s Summer:
No smartphones or tablets—more bikes, bugs, and backyard fun
Loose schedules—wake up, go play, come home for dinner
Outdoor adventures—sprinklers, tree forts, street hockey, water balloon fights
Creative boredom—kids make their own fun (LEGO, crafts, role-play games)
Minimal adult supervision—“just be back before the streetlights come on”
Cheap thrills—popsicles, Slip ‘N Slides, dollar store toys, and walkmans (or boom boxes)
The goal is to encourage independence, imagination, and real-world social skills by stepping back and letting kids just be kids—no constant structure, screens, or supervision.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/80s-summer-kids-1.7570235
People are LOVING (or at least watching in large numbers) POOP CRUISE. “Trainwreck: Poop Cruise” on Netflix- A 55-minute documentary that revisits the notorious 2013 Carnival Triumph voyage, which turned into a chaotic nightmare after an engine fire left over 4,000 passengers stranded without power, air-conditioning, refrigeration—or working toilets. It’s a sobering and human look at how people cope when their dream vacation spirals into a public crisis. Enjoy the ride—just maybe not while eating!
Yes, passengers had to use bags. This is really the worst cruise of all time.
Woman stunned when ChatGPT blesses her after a sneeze. A woman was left speechless after ChatGPT unexpectedly said “bless you” in a viral video.
Did ‘The Simpsons’ Actually Kill Off Marge Simpson? The Simpsons season 36 finale teased Marge Simpson’s future death in a flash-forward episode, sparking fan confusion.
Cheeseburger Slider Skewers. These bite-sized cheeseburgers served on skewers are an easy, crowd-pleasing treat perfect for summer gatherings.
https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/cheeseburger-slider-skewers/
Teen Goes Viral Reading a Stranger’s Journal From Goodwill. A teen found a handwritten journal at Goodwill and went viral for reading its entries online.
14 Unexpected Foods You Can Cook In The Microwave. Beyond mug cakes, this list explores 14 surprising foods you can whip up using just your microwave.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1890949/unexpected-foods-cook-microwave
