Feature

Eagles and the Sask. Party victorious
Caption: Estevan MLA Doreen Eagles gives her victory speech, after winning the constituency in convincing fashion November 7. Eagles and the Saskatchewan party won a majority government in the election.
By David Willberg
Doreen Eagles is returning to the provincial Legislature for the third straight term, and her Saskatchewan Party will form the government side for the first time.
Eagles captured 4,675 votes, equivalent to 66.2 per cent of the 7,063 votes cast in the Estevan constituency in the November 7 provincial election. Morris Johnson of the New Democratic Party (NDP) finished second with 1,326 votes (18.8 per cent), Tim Seipp of the Liberals had 905 votes (12.8 per cent) and Sigfredo Gonzalez had 157 votes (2.2 per cent).
"This feels good!" she told a throng of supporters gathered at her party headquarters. "It's almost unbelievable."
Eagles was initially elected in 1999. She was re-elected in 2003 with more than 51 per cent of the vote. The Sask. Party has been the official opposition since 1999, with most of their seats in rural Saskatchewan.
Her Saskatchewan Party captured 37 of the Legislature's 58 seats. They'll form government for the first time with a healthy majority.
"That's going to be so exciting," said Eagles. "Everybody's dream is to sit on that side of the speaker."
Swift Current MLA Brad Wall will be the premier.
The New Democratic Party won the other 21 seats in the Legislature. They will be the official opposition, after holding power for 16 years. The Liberals were shut out for the second straight election. The Green Party and several fringe parties failed to win a seat, too.
The difference in this election was the Sask. Party's ability to make gains in the cities, while not losing their rural stronghold. They won their first three seats in Regina. They increased their seats in Saskatoon from three to five. They won seats in Prince Albert and Moose Jaw for the first time, and they also won in Yorkton.
"It was a learning experience," Eagles said of eight years in opposition. "You get to know how the Legislature operates; you get to know the committee structure. There's so much to learn there. Eight years is a long time, but the best way to learn is experience."
Province-wide voter turn-out was 74 per cent. The Sask. Party received 51 per cent of the popular vote.
The results in the province were exactly as she expected, Eagles said.
Eagles' victory was never in doubt. The first poll to report indicated that she had 121 votes. The other three candidates had 53 votes combined. Eagles won many of the 57 polling stations in landslide fashion.
She said she was surprised that she won in such a lop-sided manner. Even though constituents promised to support her, she said she didn't take anything for granted.
Eagles paid tribute to her husband Vic, who has been battling cancer since August.
"He's the reason I'm here," said Eagles. "When he was first diagnosed, I was going to resign or just not run again. But he was steadfast in saying that whatever we were going through in the health aspect shouldn't be the reason for whether I decide to run or not. He's my hero and the reason I'm here."
Wall has indicated that there will be a fall sitting of the Legislature, Eagles said. A date will likely be determined during a November 9 caucus meeting.
Cabinet posts haven't been determined. Eagles said she would be honoured if Wall asked her to join cabinet. But she also noted that there are other positions available, such as a committee head, and every Sask. Party MLA can't be a cabinet minister.
"I'm just happy to be part of Brad's team," said Eagles. "He's an awesome leader. He's young, he's bright, he's ambitious, and he will do what's best for Saskatchewan."
Eagles has held numerous critic roles during the past eight years, and she has been the party whip since 2005.
Eagles lauded Johnson, Seipp and Gonzalez for running a clean campaign and remaining diplomatic despite the stress of campaigning. And she commended everyone who voted, regardless of their choice.
"We are so blessed to live in a democracy where peaceful elections take place," said Eagles. "And everyday, especially at this time of year, we should remember those who fought and continue to fight so that we can have that freedom."
Johnson said he wasn't surprised with the NDP's defeat. A friend who used to live in Saskatchewan, but now resides in California, studies pre-election polls, and advised Johnson that there would be a change in government.
"You have to take note of trends, and so forth, as you're doing things," said Johnson. "In spite of all the things you wish to see, you have to gather information on a day-to-day basis. If your information is well-gathered, you may not be able to affect results, but you can certainly be aware of what the circumstances are, and how the circumstances are unfolding."
Johnson wishes he could have started the campaign earlier. He would have also liked to spend more money on advertising. Additional public awareness would have resulted in more votes, he said. But he enjoyed the election experience, and he hopes he made positive contributions to the campaign.
Lorne Calvert should stay on as NDP leader even though the party was defeated, Johnson said.
Seipp said he was surprised at the lopsided result in the Estevan constituency, and he was disappointed that the Liberals were shut out of the Legislature. If the Liberals had won a seat, Seipp said it would have been easier to hold the Sask. Party and the NDP accountable.
"We need to keep Doreen working hard to represent Estevan now, so that Estevan doesn't continue to lose services," said Seipp. "We'll work hard for clean coal, that doesn't change. We still need to work hard for those things that are important to Estevan."
Seipp said he was surprised to finish third behind Johnson. After a candidates' forum November 1 in Estevan, Seipp believed he was gaining support. He believes that the main reason people voted against him was so they could support Eagles and the Sask. Party, knowing they would form the next government.
Gonzalez was disappointed with the results. People on the campaign trail told him that they were disappointed that Eagles didn't do more for the Estevan constituency.
"Then, at the same time, we end up sending her to Regina," said Gonzalez. "I was crossing my fingers that it would be a minority government, but it doesn't look like that will happen, either. I would like to have a minority government because I don't really trust the Sask. Party."
Gonzalez expected Eagles to win on election night, because the constituency usually votes for "right wing" candidates, he said. But the Green Party was optimistic they would win one or two seats. The party's size and finances make it difficult to run a big campaign, he said.
Hope triumphed over fear in the campaign, Eagles said. She promised to watch out for the best of the constituency and the province.
"The province of Saskatchewan is to have a public health care system that works for the people, opportunities to have our young people stay here, good highways and safe communities," Eagles said. "Under the leadership of Premier Brad Wall, we will work to keep those promises."

News

Yakimchuk's tape appearance on Montel Williams
Caption: (L-R) Chris and Shelly Yakimchuk with talk show host Montel Williams. The Yakimchuk's recently appeared on a taping of "The Montel Williams Show."
Two Estevan bodybuilders recently appeared on a taping of "The Montel Williams Show" in New York City.
Chris and Shelly Yakimchuk, owners of Yak's Fitness in Estevan, spoke on fitness and bodybuilding, public perceptions of the sports, and drug use in teen sports. Shelly's mother, who isn't supportive of Shelly's bodybuilding, shared her feelings as well.
The episode will air in mid-to-late November.
Chris said Williams is big into fitness, and trains hard, even though Williams has multiple sclerosis.
The Yakimchuk's appearance will last about a segment, Chris said. They spent a lot of time explaining how they balance time in the gym with work and family.
The Yakimchuk's appeared on the "Dr. Keith Ablow Show" in April. Williams saw a rerun of their appearance on Ablow's program, and wanted to get the Yakimchuk's, and Shelly's mother, on the show.

Police report
*Two complaints of uttering threats are under investigation.
*A hit-and-run was reported at a local restaurant parking lot. Police located the victim vehicle's owner. The report was unfounded.
*A youth was spotted at a local liquor establishment and issued a summary offence ticket. He was intoxicated and transported home. He was spotted driving a vehicle back to the bar and arrested for impaired driving. He was returned to the police station, refused to provide a breath sample, and charged for that as well.
*Thefts were reported from motor vehicles in the Hillside area. In each case the vehicles were unlocked.
*A hit-and-run was reported in the parking lot of a shopping centre. There are no suspects.
*A 19-year-old female was charged with uttering threats to cause bodily harm. She will appear in court in December. She will be required to abide by conditions.
*A female was charged with failing to yield right of way, following an accident in the 100 block of 13th Avenue.
*Police were called to a disagreement between friends in the Hillcrest area. An unwanted guest broke several household items, including a screen door window. The unwanted guest was gone when police arrived.
*A 27-year-old Estevan male was arrested for refusing to provide a breath sample and resisting arrest during a vehicle check.
*A 47-year-old Estevan male was arrested for impaired driving and refusing to provide a breath sample during a traffic stop.
*Police and Estevan Fire Services were called to a fire at the Peterson Construction site on Sixth Street. The fire was caused by an electrical short and was quickly extinguished by fire personnel.
*A vehicle was towed following a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of 13th Avenue at King Street. *A lap top computer was stolen from a local church. The matter is under investigation.
*A hit and run was reported. A large trucked backed into the victim vehicle. It is also being looked into.

Re/Max donates to school
Caption: (L-R) Re/Max employees Kendra Lainton and Diane Jocelyn, Hillcrest Home and School representative Lyn Vilcu, and Re/Max employees Ray Mellom and Winnona Johner participated in a cheque presentation.
Estevan's Re/Max office made the first of 15 donations to schools in their trading area November 7.
The Hillcrest Home and School Association was presented with a $500 cheque. The funds will be used to purchase digital equipment.
Re/Max is presenting the money in honour of their 20th anniversary celebration. A portion of every commission will be presented to schools to assist student support groups with programs and projects.
A portion of every commission is also presented to the Children's Health and Hospital Foundation of Saskatchewan, which is the provincial arm of the Children's Miracle Network.

New dialysis unit ready to open
Cheryl Harrison, the manager of the new dialysis ward at St. Joseph's Hospital, and dialysis educator Maria Kraetzig flank one of the new dialysis machines at the hospital. Equipment has been installed, and nurses are completing their training. The first patients will be treated November 14.

Kelly fundraiser surpasses goal
Caption: A cabaret fundraiser for Becky Kelly raised over $20,000.
A fundraising cabaret November 3 for Estevan resident Becky Kelly surpassed all expectations, said organizers Laureen Price and Tracey Perry.
While the final totals haven't been established, Price and Perry said the event topped the $20,000 mark, which was their goal. At one point, they said over 500 people were at the cabaret, held at the Wylie-Mitchell building.
Odd Man Out provided music for the evening. Kelly's daughter, Bethany, sang for her mother prior to Odd Man Out's performance. Estevan's Kinsmen and Kinettes Clubs worked the bar and assisted with set-up.
An autographed jersey and stick from hockey legend Lanny McDonald was auctioned off. Nearly 50 items were available during a silent auction. A 50/50 draw had a jackpot of $485, and the winner donated their share back to the Kelly family.
Kelly, who suffers from progressive multiple sclerosis, will leave for China December 12. She will undergo stem cell treatments, which come from the umbilical chords of newborn babies, at a clinic in the Asian country. Her husband and her sister will accompany Kelly. The cost of the trip is an estimated $40,000.
A trust fund has been established at Spectra Credit Union for the Kelly family.

New Salvation Army captain arrives
Caption: New Salvation Army Captain Heather Fudge
Estevan's new Salvation Army officer has arrived, just in time for the organization's busiest time of the year.
Captain Heather Fudge started working in Estevan at the end of October. She spent the last two-and-a-half years as the minister at the Salvation Army in Bridgetown, Nova Scotia, a small town about two hours south of Halifax.
"It seems to be a very nice community," said Fudge. "I've slowly been making my way around and trying to become familiar with the town itself. I'm pretty impressed by it."
Her Bridgetown duties included the church, thrift store and family services. Family services was a little different in Bridgetown, she said, as they didn't have a food bank. They worked in partnership with local groceries stores to hand out food vouchers.
Fudge's parents were Salvation Army pastors, and she has been active in the Salvation Army for years.
Since arriving in Estevan, she has been learning about the local operations. The previous captains left her a briefing note, but Fudge said experience will make the biggest difference as she learns how the local Salvation Army operates.
She likes the set-up of the Estevan Salvation Army's building, which has all of their services under one roof.
Christmas is less than two months away, and preparations for the campaign in Estevan will ensure a busy schedule over the next few weeks.
"I've been getting the crash course on kettles, and trying to get that all organized, and trying to learn about how the Christmas hampers are done, and the Christmas toys," said Fudge.
Fudge said local employees and volunteers have been great in helping her adjust to Estevan. She predicted she will be relying on them "quite a bit."
Help will come in the middle of next year. Her fiancé, Cadet Edi Matondo, is still in training in Winnipeg. He'll finish his training in June, and he will join her after they get married in July.

Students learn about career options
Caption: Students maneuvered a tractor through a maze at an agriculture school booth during the ECS career fair November 7.
Estevan Comprehensive School students learned more about their options for the future during the school's biennial career fair November 7.
Among the 86 exhibitors were representatives from Saskatchewan universities, colleges and trades schools; and Alberta, Manitoba and North Dakota schools.
Students were able to learn more about career opportunities in law enforcement, hair design and esthetics, technology, cooking, broadcasting, accounting, agriculture, health and government fields.
"They got a pretty good choice in terms of what they can research today," said spokesperson Jackie Hank.
Education and vocational leaders gave lectures as well.

Lifesaving Society awards for two locals
Two southeast Saskatchewan residents will be receiving awards from the Lifesaving Society during the society's annual awards ceremony November 10 in Regina.
Kala Friedrick of Estevan will be recognized as an honourary associate, and Tanya Phillips of Lampman will be presented with a certificate of thanks.
The honourary associate is the first level of recognition for the Lifesaving Society. Friedrick is a lifesaving and national lifeguard instructor. She has taken an active role in Drowning Prevention Week for two years.
The certificate of thanks is the next-highest level for the society. Phillips has been involved since 85. She is a national lifeguard and lifesaving instructor, but she is also a lifesaving instructor trainer.
Friedrick and Phillips also teach and certify those who are taking for life-saving awards courses, such as the bronze medallion.
A total of 29 Commonwealth Volunteer Honours awards were presented. Thirteen rescue awards were also handed out.

Sacred Heart collects shoeboxes
Sacred Heart School student Rachel Gall holds some of the items that students collected during the school's annual Operation Christmas Child campaign. The school contributed 148 shoeboxes to Operation Christmas Child in Estevan. Each class was responsible for bringing in different items, and then students filled the boxes.

Festival of Arts
Caption: Stephanie Petterson paraded items that were available during the Festival of Arts.
The Estevan Art Gallery and Museum gave the public a chance to get a head start on their Christmas shopping, and to add to their art collection, during the annual Festival of Arts November 3.
Twenty-nine items were available during a live auction. Art items sold included original paintings, prints, sculptures, and metal work. Christmas baking and several Christmas trees were also available. There was also a silent auction and raffles.
About 130 people attended the fundraiser at the Beefeater Plaza. They enjoyed supper, chocolate fondue and fellowship during the evening.
Proceeds from the Festival of Arts will be directed to the gallery's children's programs.

Don't Kick the Turkeys
Caption: Albert Finkel (Mike Hoffort) and Sammy (Bryce Hildahl) sing a song
during Living Hope's performance of "Don't Kick the Turkeys."
Living Hope Community Church in Estevan hosted their first ever dessert theatre, "Don't Kick the Turkeys," November 2 and 3.
Near-capacity crowds attended both performances. An assortment of pies and cakes were served to the audience during both performances.
"Don't Kick the Turkeys" is a comedy that tells the story of Rev. Ben Thompson, the new pastor at New Hope Church, a church that has had 19 pastors in two decades. Thompson immediately encounters problems with the church's staff and parishioners.
Thompson's ideas to reach out to the community and grow the church are initially rejected, as they would take the congregation out of their comfort zone. But church members eventually warm up to his suggestions.

Pro-Life hosts fundraising banquet
Caption: Carol Cundall spoke at a pro-life banquet November 3 in Estevan.
Carol Cundall from Estevan Diversified Services (EDS) was the guest speaker at the Estevan and District Pro-Life Association's annual fundraising dinner November 3 at the Estevan Church of God.
Cundall spoke on working with people with intellectual disabilities. Cundall said she is pro-life, and she believes in the sanctity of all life, regardless of factors, including quality.
She considers herself lucky to work at EDS, because the staff cares about her for who she is. They don't judge her by what she wears, which car she drives, who she is seen with, or any other reason.
She remembered sitting with one of their participants at church one day. The way that participant looked at her is the way that she believes God looks at the world - with unconditional love.
Cundall drew on opinion pieces, written in the 19th century about women and blacks, to illustrate her point that the world needs to change the way they look at people with intellectual disabilities.
"Articles such as these have been written about individuals with intellectual disabilities for years, but the difference is we accept them and we believe them to be true," said Cundall.
Entertainment during the evening was provided by Becky Green, who sang several songs.
The dinner is pro-life's largest fundraiser of the year. Pro-Life made a financial appeal to the more than 100 people in attendance.

Columnists

ONE HEART. MIXED FEELINGS
By Linda Wegner
The following newspaper Correction appeared in the Ely Standard (UK): "We apologize for the error in last week's paper in which we stated that Mr. Arnold Dogbody was a defective in the police force. This was a typographical error. We meant, of course, that Mr. Dogbody is a detective in the police farce." (Petras, Ross and Kathryn, The 776 even stupider things ever said, HarperPerennial)
Ever notice how easy it is to experience a "slip of the tongue" and, at times, how hard it is to undo it? I've been thinking a lot about that this week and there are several reasons why. First, there was the "We are one community: listening from the heart" dialogue on diversity forum I attended. Then, there was the emotional farewell spoken to our youngest son and his wife this week. They and three others from our city flew to Africa yesterday in order to help in an orphanage for a month. I am so grateful for their caring hearts and yet so keenly aware of the potential for disease and/or political turmoil that faces them. Last, but far from least, was the shame I felt when faced again with the evil perpetrated in the name of Christ and His church against innocent children.
In my opinion, knowing how to correctly address these and other issues demands three things: an honest evaluation of who we are, a compassionate heart towards those with whom we disagree and a conscious commitment to show respect even when we differ. Only by recognizing that it takes God's grace to atone for my sins will I gain a true heart of compassion for those who have been treated unfairly and, in turn, will compassion be translated into respectful conduct toward those with whom I disagree.
There's no farce or defective error in genuine love.

The Whole Will of God
While on the internet last night, I came across a review of the new CD by the Christian band "Casting Crowns", so I decided to have a look.
The review was brutal! I have rarely, if ever, seen anyone who has disliked a CD as much as this reviewer did. He did not like the songs, the music, the lead singer's voice or anything else about it.
Interestingly, his main complaint was that the CD was "too preachy". He thought that the lyrics were too serious, too pointed and too demanding. The album made him think too much.
"Casting Crowns" is one of my favorite bands because their lyrics are deep and their songs are challenging. Don't get me wrong, I like fun, joyful, fluffy songs, but I listen to "Casting Crowns" because their songs say something that is based on the word of God.
I guess I should not be surprised by the fact that someone does not want to hear what the Bible has to say. Two thousand years ago, the apostle Paul, inspired by the Holy Spirit, wrote to a young preacher named Timothy to warn him of a similar problem. "The time will come when men will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching ears want to hear" (2 Timothy 4:3).
What is the remedy to this problem? Paul states it very clearly: "Preach the Word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage-with great patience and careful instruction" (verse 2).
I do not always like what the word says. Sometimes it demands things from me that are difficult or even against my nature, but that is ok.
We are still better off when we know, teach and follow "the whole will of God" (Acts 20:27) and not just the parts that we like.
Tim Pippus, Estevan Church of Christ

GARDEN NOTES
By Gerry Fichtemann
BONEMEAL AND MANURE TEA

Bonemeal is vital for flowering, fruiting and root development. It should be worked into the soil at planting time to get it close to the root zone. Because it also supplies a small amount of nitrogen, bonemeal is best applied as a supplement to manure or compost, which are less expensive sources of nitrogen. Commercial bonemeal has been steamed and crushed. The more finely ground, the
easier it is for plants to use. The micro-organisisms in the soil break the particles down faster in a healthy soil with lots of microbial activity faster than in poor soil. Work bonemeal into I the soil in spring when the sun is warming and microorganisms are active and can begin to break it down. Add a handful to the hole when planting roses, shrubs or trees and a sprinkling to
the holes for perennials or large bulbs such as tulips (in the fall) or lilies (in the fall). Scientists have recently found that bulbs need more nitrogen than phosphorus, so be sure to give them a little nitrogen as well. Bonemeal in powder form is much, much better than the large granular type. The granular type is found in many chain-stores at a much reduced price but is 10 times slower than the powder. One chain-store in Estevan carries large buckets of bonemeal which is a very good powder form. The price is also quite reasonable for the good quality.
MANURE TEA is the best liquid fertilizers you can use. It's also easy to make. Just put a shovelful of fresh or dried manure or well seasoned compost in a burlap sack. That is called the 'tea-bag' - and tie it closed. Then put the sack in a rain-barrel or some other large container filled with water. Keep the container covered, and steep the sack for about 5 to 7 days.
Use the tea full strength for periodic feeding or dilute it and water the plants. You will be amazed at the results of using bonemeal and manure tea for your garden. It will amaze you on how good a gardener you really are!
Do not fertilize late in the growing season as it can trigger
lush growth, which is susceptible to frost damage.
Personally I never fertilize my lawn in the late fall. I want it to go dormant and have a good sleep during the winter and not letting it remain half alive for frost damage. Fall fertilizer is fine for the southern states but not here. (Just another marketing ploy to grab your money).
Gerry Fichtemann is the owner of River Bend Nursery.

Sports

Bruins complete three trades
The Estevan Bruins have completed a trio of trades that head coach/GM Karry Biette hopes will decrease their goals against.
The biggest trade sends goaltender Guillaume Perusse, the team's No. 1 netminder for more than a year, to the OCN Blizzard of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League for 20-year-old defenceman Riley Hughes and future considerations.
"I don't think he (Perusse) was happy here, splitting time, as a 20-year-old," said Biette. "And I don't think he was living up to his potential."
Perusse won his first 11 games as a Bruin last year, but struggled in the playoffs. Perusse was 4-4-2 this year.
Hughes is a strong stay-at-home defenceman, Biette said. He's the veteran defensive defenceman that Biette said they've been looking for.
"Hopefully he'll clean up the front of our net and give us a presence on the blue line," said Biette.
Biette promptly acquired a replacement for Perusse: David Ritz, a 20-year-old from the Melfort Mustangs. Estevan also receives future considerations in exchange for prospect Reagan Nabseth. Ritz, the Mustangs No. 1 goalie last year, is 5-4 this season.
Biette said Ritz will split time with Karsten Felske.
"We've got two guys who are much more happy with a situation like that, where the No. 1 job is up for grabs," said Biette.
Estevan shipped defenceman Mike Salter to Manitoba's Portage Terriers for future considerations. Salter was caught in a numbers game with Hughes' acquisition, Biette said.
The trades come with the Bruins on a four-game losing streak. They hosted the last place Battlefords North Starts November 8. (Results not available at press time). The Bruins lost their last game, 6-0 to the Humboldt Broncos November 1.
The Bruins are 10-9-2, and fifth in the Sherwood Conference.
Upcoming games are November 10 against the Kindersley Klippers and the 13th against the Notre Dame Hounds.
In other off ice news, forward Tyler Murray is close to returning to the club. Murray has missed more than a year due to recurring shoulder problems. He'll be cleared for contact November 15, Biette said, and then it's a matter of conditioning and game readiness.
"I would think that you could look at the beginning of December, in that road trip up north, as a possibility for his return," said Biette.

Schroeder resigns from Bruin executive
Caption: New Estevan Bruins president Rob Frame
Andy Schroeder has stepped down as president of the Estevan Bruins, after holding the post for more than six years.
He also resigned his spot on the team's executive, which he held for a decade. Schroeder wanted to be able to spend more time with family and concentrate on his business.
Rob Frame is the new president. Jeff Pierson is the new vice-president. Perry Wenham has been elected to Schroeder's spot on the executive.
"Andy was involved with the Bruins for 10 years, and those shoes aren't filled in one week or two or three months," said Frame. "It's going to take some time for me to learn the organization and the business. There are six other people on the executive, as well, so we'll make it work together."
Schroeder won the Bill Shinske Memorial Award for the SJHL's Builder of the Year in 2004.
Frame arrived in Estevan last December, and immediately voiced interest in becoming involved with the club. He was voted to the executive in June and promptly named the vice-president.
The executive is happy with the performance of head coach/GM Karry Biette and marketing manager Becky Tait, Frame said.
Frame said an improved financial picture for the club is one of his goals as president.

Curling season begins
The Estevan Curling Club's 2007-08 season is underway. Curlers registered and practiced during an open house November 1 and 2. League play started November 5 with action in the women's league. The club will offer women's, open, recreation, competitive, youth and senior leagues this year, along with bonspiels throughout the season.

Top women's curlers coming to Estevan
Twelve women's curling teams will be at the Estevan Curling Club November 9 to 11 for the Southeast Ladies Classic.
Local entries include Christine Massier and Sherilee Orsted. Defending champion Leah Birnie of Weyburn will defend her title.
Other entries include Angela Gordon, Krista Falk, Jolene McIvor and Kathy Thiele of Regina; Amber Holland of Kroneau; Deanna Miller-Jones of Weyburn; Penny Roy of Moose Jaw; Mandy Selzer of Balgonie; and Liza Park of Deloraine, Manitoba.
First draw is at 8 p.m. on the 9th. Draws on the 10th are at 9 a.m., noon, and 3 and 6 p.m. The top eight teams will qualify for the championship round, which starts at 9 a.m. November 11. The championship final is at 3 p.m.
Total payout is $10,400. First place receives $4,000.

From the
Sidelines
Peterson sets another record
By Kyle Kapiczowski
Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson has done it again. He passed Jamal Lewis's record of 295 yards rushing in an NFL game. Peterson ran for 296 yards in a 35-17 win over the San Diego Chargers. His total is 1,036 yards rushing. If Peterson keeps this up he could pass Eric Dickerson's single season record of 2,072 yards. I hope he gets the record!
Other scores from Week 9 were: Green Bay beat Kansas City 33-22, Detroit beat Denver 44-7, Cleveland got past Seattle 33-30, Dallas cruised by Philadelphia 38-17 and New England beat Indianapolis 24-20.
In NCAA Division I football, the No. 3 Oregon Ducks beat No. 9 Arizona State 35-23. The Ducks record is 8-1 overall and 5-1 in conference play. They are in first place in the PAC-10 conference. Oregon's next game is against Arizona.
Other scores were: North Carolina State beat Miami 19-16, Iowa got past Northwestern 28-17, No. 18 Florida took out Vanderbilt 49-22, Navy beat Notre Dame 46-44 in triple-overtime, Rice got past Texas El Paso 56-48, Kansas hammered Nebraska 76-39 and Oklahoma beat Texas A&M 42-14.
In NCAA Division IAA football, the North Dakota State Bison had the week off. The Bison's next game is November 3 against Cal Poly. They are still No. 1.
NCAA Division II football, the North Dakota Fighting Sioux beat St. Cloud State 59-14 in their final home game as a Division II team. The Sioux's final regular season game is against South Dakota. North Dakota's record is 8-1 overall and 6-1 in conference play, and they are currently tied for second place with Central Washington.
In CIS Football, the Regina Rams beat the Saskatchewan Huskies 19-13 and have clinched their first Hardy Cup berth in six years. The Rams will face the Manitoba Bison in the Hardy Cup final.
Other scores from the playoffs were: Guelph beat Laurier 38-31, St. Francis beat Acadia 38-17, No. 10 Western beat No. 2 Ottawa 23-16 and Laval hammered Montreal 28-16.
That's all folks!

Viewpoints

Tea Time
Choosing to be Family
By Dani Stobbs
This week brought quite the surprise. I got the chance to meet and speak to the Mayor. I was pretty excited, and even more so when he agreed to help out with me trying to get my work permit. I will keep you all posted on how is goes - hopefully it will be good news.
The more I try and get this permit through, the more I realize that I love Estevan. This community is so supportive of me, and willing to help. It was through someone that I didn't even know that well that had contacted someone about getting me a work permit, and that was after she had read about my refusal in Lifestyles. Bad news really doesn't travel fast, but for the better this time, as this acquaintance has now upped my chance of getting a work permit, and she doesn't even know me.
I think it's amazing that that person put herself out to help me - so thank you (you know who you are)!
Even with my mum and dad, people are often quick to make sure that I am looked after and feeling ok about everything. Even the Post office Lady (she was the first person I met when I came to Estevan, and she is the nicest person I have ever met too) always says 'hi' and asks how I am doing, and it never fails to brighten up my day.
'The boyfriend's' family are making sure that I am well fed and watered, even though I am far off looking starved. It's nice to realize that even though my biological family is either 6 hours away or 4000 miles away, I have my Estevan family made up of people that have continued to help in anyway.
It made me start to think about what family is really about. I mean, of course my mum and dad, sister and extended blood relatives are my family, but what about those that we meet and spend time with. How many days do we spend with our work colleagues? The friends that we choose to spend time with? What about the many people you see in one day that ask how you are or open a door for you?
They create a different kind of family. One that is built on choice and of doing something out of their way. Thank you Estevan family for your support - especially those that have no obligation to be nice to me! For those that have put time and effort into fighting for me to stay here. I am so grateful!
Plus a regular trip to the post office will always brighten up your day - I promise!

What's Happening

Multi-cultural meal
Estevan's Literacy Group hosted a potluck supper November 3 at the Estevan Public Library. Dozens of immigrants, many of them recent arrivals to Canada, were in attendance. Each of them prepared a dish for the supper, giving the meal a multi-cultural flair.

Tailgate party in Macoun
Macoun School recently held a football tailgate party. Students showed their Rider pride by donning green and white. They also celebrated the accomplishments of Grade 5 Jesse Mack, who won the punt competition in his age group at the provincial Pass, Punt and Kick competition.

Poppy tea
The Estevan Royal Canadian Legion hosted their annual poppy tea November 4. Legion members served coffee, tea and cake for the public. The poppy tea is held each year on the first Sunday of November, prior to Remembrance Day.