Elbow, featured, Sports

Jackpot event draws rodeo riders, fans to Elbow

Beth Manz is seen riding "Jet" in the barrel racing jackpot competition at Elbow on Oct. 1.
Beth Manz is seen riding “Jet” in the barrel racing jackpot competition at Elbow on Oct. 1.

By Joel van der Veen

ELBOW — With short notice and a late date, organizers of last weekend’s jackpot event in Elbow weren’t sure what to expect.

As it turned out, they had so many entries they had to move the start time back, plus a large crowd of spectators and a sunny day to boot (eventually).

“I was overwhelmed,” said Kelly Holbrook last week. “It was just fantastic.”

More than 100 contestants came to Elbow for the barrel racing and team roping jackpot event on Oct. 1, organized by the Lakeshore Stampede Rodeo Committee.

In addition to the rodeo events, a beer gardens and concession stand were operated at the site.

Organizers said they expected to clear roughly $4,000 from the event, with proceeds being used to organize a KCRA rodeo in Elbow in July 2017.

For the first time in more than 20 years, the village did not host a full-fledged rodeo this year, due largely to a lack of volunteers.

Holbrook said the turnout proved that the rodeo was missed. Plans are already moving ahead for next year’s event, which will be affiliated with the Kakeyow Cowboys Rodeo Association (KCRA).

In doing so, Holbrook said, they hope to have a more “family-focused” event that can include competitors at all ages and skill levels.

The KCRA schedule is organized so each local rodeo takes place over two days without overlapping, thereby allowing a high level of participation in each one.

“It’s a way different environment,” she said, adding that the KCRA has been steadily growing in recent years. “We cover the whole province for membership now.”

For the full story, see the Oct. 10 edition of The Davidson Leader or call 306-567-2047 to subscribe today.

Craik, Obituary

Obituary: Morhart, Shelly Jean

web-obitmorhartMorhart, Shelly Jean
April 28, 1967 — September 26, 2016

Shelly passed away after a very short but courageous battle with cancer. She is survived by her spouse of 27 years, Kevin; her son Tyler (Rosalyn); and daughter Danni (Steven). She is also survived by her father Lyle Sunley (stepmother Gwen); brothers Gregg and Dean (Wanda); as well as several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her mother Jean Sunley. She was raised in Craik where she went to school. She received her education as a Psychiatric Nurse at SIAST, Wascana Campus where she met her spouse. She had a love for her family, camping, travel, nature, baking and her dog. She was an amazing mother and partner. She was also a great support in the community to seniors as she worked as a community mental health nurse for the past seven years. She had a beautiful spirit and was quick witted. Words cannot express what she meant to her family and friends. What a tremendous loss to them and her community. The Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on October 1, 2016 at Holy Spirit Roman Catholic Church, Saskatoon. The Rite of Committal was at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens.

Davidson, featured

New rules bar younger users from fitness centre

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By Joel van der Veen

DAVIDSON — Fitness buffs 15 and under will have to look beyond the Communiplex for their gym fixes.

A recent change in policy means that younger users are barred from the Town of Davidson’s fitness centre, with the exception of a handful of teens with existing memberships.

Recreation director Trevor Ouellette visited town council as a delegate during its Sept. 20 meeting to offer some clarification on the policy change.

Previously, the town had allowed the sale of gym memberships to users under the age of 16 as long as they had supervision from a parent or guardian every time they used the facility.

Following discussions with the town office staff, Ouellette said they decided to change the policy about a month ago.

As a result, gym memberships are now only available to users 16 and up.

Ouellette said a handful of users under the age of 16 continue to hold memberships, having been “grandfathered in,” but they are still bound by the rules.

For the full story, please see the Oct. 3 edition of The Davidson Leader or call 306-567-2047 to subscribe today.

Davidson, featured

Town waits for priority list for clinic renos

The Davidson medical clinic is pictured.
The Davidson medical clinic is pictured.

By Joel van der Veen

DAVIDSON — Renovations to Dr. Lang’s office in Davidson are on hold as the town waits for a priority list from office staff.

The building, which first opened to serve local patients in 1976, is in need of various repairs and upgrades, ranging from a leaky front door to improved soundproofing.

Councillors discussed the matter at the Davidson town council meeting on Sept. 20, where some expressed frustration over the continued delay.

“It’s something that’s been on our radar for the past year,” said Coun. Audrey Hamm. “There’s so much to be done.”

Administrator Gary Edom said the doctor’s staff had noted various concerns about the building but had not given the town a list of priority items.

He said he had spoken to a local contractor about replacing some outdated plumbing fixtures but had yet to receive a response.

Mayor Clayton Schneider suggested that the town should ask the doctor’s staff to identify the top three priorities and seek quotes for those items.

Coun. Tyler Alexander agreed, saying, “I think that should come from Dr. Lang . . . The building’s there for him.”

“We need to get the ball rolling, so that we’re not saying something and doing something very different,” said Schneider.

Receptionist Corey Eddie said Wednesday that the office staff has identified some areas of concern, but a formal list has not been drafted.

For the full story, please see the Oct. 3 edition of The Davidson Leader or call 306-567-2047 to subscribe today.

Davidson, featured, Sports

Raiders on a rampage

From left, Cole Murfitt, Rylan Slemming and Ryan Skinner of the Davidson Raiders attempt to head off the Outlook Blues' Austin Bahnman during the Sept. 23 senior football game.
From left, Cole Murfitt, Rylan Slemming and Ryan Skinner of the Davidson Raiders attempt to head off the Outlook Blues’ Austin Bahnman during the Sept. 23 senior football game.

By Joel van der Veen

DAVIDSON — A cold snap last weekend took nothing away from the Raiders’ crackle and pop.

The Raiders hosted the Outlook Blues in a rematch under grey skies on Sept. 23, with Davidson dominating from start to finish, ending with a 72-6 victory.

Coach Jason Low said the game provided many of the team’s younger players with an opportunity to shine in front of a hometown crowd.

“We spent a lot of time with rookies on the field, which is nice,” he said, adding that they “all did really well.”

The juniors made a strong contribution to the win, including Grade 10 students Clay Murfitt, Tristan Stacowich and Derek Schmiedge.

Low said their playing was so effective that the Outlook coaches inquired afterward to double-check that they were, in fact, younger players.

The head coach also said he was pleased by his team’s display of character despite the lopsided win.

“They’re really good at still maintaining that good sportsmanship,” said Low.

For the full story, please see the Oct. 3 edition of The Davidson Leader or call 306-567-2047 to subscribe today.

Obituary

Obituary: Harris, Berdine Leona

Berdine Leona Harris
Berdine Leona Harris

Berdine Leona Harris
July 1, 1946 — September 14, 2016

Gone but not forgotten and forever we hold you close in our hearts. Left behind is Berdine’s daughter, Suzanne; friend Raymond; twin sister Bev; brothers Duane and Ron. She leaves behind lots of love and light.

Paragon Funeral and Cremation Services, 359-7776.

The Davidson Leader, Davidson, Saskatchewan