Leons Headlines July 24: A 20-year-old Stuartburn man was killed Tuesday morning when a water truck rear-ended a gravel truck on Hwy 1 east of Brandon; driver suffered minor injuries; crash is under investigation.
-MB Premier chooses not to sign new interprovincial trade agreement with AB, SK & ON, citing the need for Indigenous consensus before moving forward with major projects.
-Maple Leaf Foods Brandon to receive over $1M from a $6M provincial fund to upgrade equipment & boost efficiency, part of support for 19 food processing facilities in MB.
-A wildfire enters Leaf Rapids forcing all firefighters & personnel to evacuate, officials warn they may not return for some time due to heavy smoke.
-Province & feds help drought-hit livestock farmers by speeding up insurance payouts & adjusting crop rules so producers can buy feed & keep herds going.
-69th MB Threshermen’s Reunion & Stampede begins today in Austin, a 4-day celebration of ag heritage.
-Folklorama will lose its First Nations pavilion this year as organizers shift focus to wildfire evacuees, the Brazilian pavilion moves dates & locations due to the Convention Centre’s use as an emergency shelter.
HAPPY TEQUILA DAY! With or without lime, and world’s most expensive! Tequila day is a celebration where enthusiasts enjoy their shots either straight or with a splash of lime. Some rare tequilas fetch prices that make them the world’s most expensive spirits.
Made in Canada, prepared in Canada, and are some of the BIG grocery chains lying or trying to sell foreign products using the Maple Leaf? Many products proudly claim “Made in Canada,” but a CBC investigation reveals that some grocery chains may mislead shoppers about the true origin of produce. This raises questions about transparency and consumer trust in Canadian labeling.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/business/label-grocer-canadian-1.7590956
The 80’s and 90’s HouseParty. Are they gone for good? UP there with VHS and Betamax? 90’s house parties hold a nostalgic place alongside iconic technologies like VHS and Betamax, remembered for their unique vibe and social energy. Yet, today’s Gen Z gatherings are shifting the party landscape entirely.
https://www.scarymommy.com/parenting/gen-z-parties-versus-gen-x-parties
WestJet and AC Cancel Canada-US routes. Are US airlines quietly picking up the slack? With WestJet and Air Canada dropping several Canada-US routes, American airlines might be stepping in to fill the gap. This shift could reshape cross-border air travel dynamics in the near future. Are Canadian carriers just “preparing for the arrival of more US Competition?”. American, United and Alaska have all EXPANDED routes to Canada 5-15%.
LIVE TV moment BIGGER THAN OJ? It’s coming…Maybe in August…..Gislane Maxwell testifying, oh please be on TV The upcoming testimony of Ghislaine Maxwell could create a live TV event rivaling the OJ Simpson trial in magnitude. Fans and viewers are eagerly hoping this moment will be broadcast nationwide in August.
So how much TV are Government workers watching? A recent ban on Netflix access for Canadian government workers reveals that binge-watching during work hours was a bigger issue than expected. This move aims to boost productivity by limiting entertainment streaming on government networks.
Too Cold for Sponge Bob in Canada….Corus can’t carry it anymore…Corus Entertainment has announced it will no longer carry Nickelodeon in Canada, leaving shows like SpongeBob SquarePants off the air. Fans are mourning the loss of a beloved childhood staple from Canadian screens.
https://www.blogto.com/tech/2025/07/nickelodeon-canada-shutting-down
The Phenomenon of the $8000 life like baby doll. Highly realistic “reborn” baby dolls have become a luxury collector’s obsession, with some dolls selling for up to $8,000. These dolls blur the line between art and companionship, captivating enthusiasts worldwide.
