Leons Headlines June 25: Flood warning for Brandon’s Assiniboine is expected to peak by Friday affecting low-lying areas & rec spaces; residents are urged to stay away from floodwaters & use caution near the river.
-City Council approves the permanent closure of part of McTavish Ave near BPS HQ, a section gated off since 2022.
-MPI is seeking a 2.4% increase for 2027-28, citing higher claims & operating costs.
-Dauphin’s Countryfest gates opened this morning at 9am, kickoff party tonight starts the 4-day festival featuring Jellyroll Saturday.
-Brandon’s new 10-acre stormwater pond near the municipal cemetery on track for Oct finish, designed to reduce flooding by mimicking natural prairie wetlands.
-A petition sparked by a bullying incident in Brandon has grown to over 1,600 signatures, calling for stronger anti-bullying action across the BSD.
-19yr old Brandon man faces drug trafficking charges after police found fentanyl and related items during a well-being check in the city’s downtown area.
-Grad week in Brandon continues with Massey today, Prairie Hope Friday.
-The Hope 4 Holden golf tourney drew 500+ to best last year’s fundraising of $93K for research into the rare genetic disorder Ataxia Telangiectasia (A-T).
-The interactive stage show The Price Is Right Live returns to the WMCA Sept 21 & 22 at 8 pm.
-Downtown Brandon’s Summer Market returns Wednesdays July 8 to Aug 26, featuring local vendors, food & live music 4-8 pm.
-Canada finishes 2nd in Group B at the World Cup after 2-1 loss to Switzerland, play South Africa in knockout game Sunday.
-Bombers host Edmonton tonight at 7:30.
Venezuela Rocked by Twin Major Earthquakes. Two massive earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela just 40 seconds apart, causing widespread destruction, building collapses, and a state of emergency. At least 164 people have died, more than 1,000 are injured, and officials warn the death toll is likely to climb.
Countryfest Opens While Calgary Festival Cancels. As Dauphin’s Countryfest kicks off this week, a major festival in Calgary has been forced to shut down for the weekend. The contrast highlights how weather and safety concerns can dramatically impact large outdoor events.
Massive Co-op Development Planned for Downtown Winnipeg. A major new Co-op store is coming to downtown Winnipeg, bringing more than 50 jobs and new investment to the city core. The project is expected to open in 2029 and is being viewed as a significant boost for downtown revitalization.
There’s more trust for Kool-Aid than AI. A new survey suggests consumers place more trust in familiar brands like Kool-Aid and Lunchables than they do in artificial intelligence products and services. The findings highlight ongoing skepticism about AI despite its growing presence in everyday life.
Subway’s Latest Idea? Hot Dogs?!?!? Subway is testing a surprising new menu direction by adding hot dogs in select markets. The move has sparked plenty of debate among customers wondering whether sandwiches and hot dogs belong under the same roof.
Teen Survives 50-Foot Disneyland Waterfall Fall. And not a sctrach or injury, which is a miracle. A teenager reportedly fell 50 feet down a waterfall after exiting a log flume ride at Disneyland. Despite the terrifying plunge, officials say the teen survived and is expected to be okay.
Puppy FOMO Goes Viral at the Ballpark. A puppy watching a baseball game has gone viral after appearing desperate to join the fun on the field. The adorable moment is winning hearts online and proving that dogs can experience serious FOMO too.
