River Valley Podcast

Season 3 Episode 32: Decision Day – Lumsden’s By-Election Special

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2436394/fan_mail/new] Episode 32 of The River Valley Podcast arrives May 15th with a special By-Election Coverage edition focused on the upcoming Lumsden council vote. In this episode, Bonnie sits down with all three candidates running for the vacant council seat, giving listeners the opportunity to hear directly from each candidate before heading to the polls. Also featured in this episode, Bonnie chats with Lesia Matheson from the Lumsden Garden Society about gardening season, community involvement, and keeping those determined valley deer out of your flower beds. Plus, we bring you our latest Town Council Update, along with another edition of From The Files Of Did You Know. If you care about local issues, local stories, and the future of the valley, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Be sure to like, follow, and share The River Valley Podcast to help support local community journalism and stay connected with everything happening around the valley. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2436394/support] www.rivervalleypodcast.com

“What’s Happening in Lumsden Right Now? Seniors Program, Town News & More”

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2436394/fan_mail/new]   Episode 31 of the River Valley Podcast rolls out May 1st, 2026, and this one’s packed like a pickup on moving day.  Bonnie sits down for Talk of the Town with Yolandi Burnett from the Lumsden Craven Seniors Program, and it’s the kind of conversation that sticks with you. Real stories, real impact, and a reminder of just how much is happening behind the scenes to support seniors in our community.  Karen returns with Monthly Bookmark, walking us through everything coming up at the library in May, from programs to opportunities you might not even know are right in your backyard.  We’ve got your Town Council update and news, keeping you in the loop on what’s being discussed and decided locally, plus another chapter From the Files of Did You Know, digging into a story that adds a little more depth to the place we call home.  And of course, we’ve rounded up all the upcoming events so you don’t miss a thing happening around town.  We’ll be straight with you, parts of this episode come with a little rough audio. Let’s just say our equipment might be hinting it’s ready for retirement. But the stories, the conversations, and the community? Still crystal clear where it counts.  Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2436394/support] www.rivervalleypodcast.com

Celebrating 65 Years-Lumsden District Lions Club

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2436394/fan_mail/new] Season 3, Episode 30 of the River Valley Podcast is one that carries a little extra weight… and a whole lot of pride. This special episode celebrates 65 years of service, community, and quiet impact from the Lumsden District Lions Club—a group that’s been showing up, pitching in, and making a difference in ways that often go unseen, but never unfelt. In Talk of the Town, Bonnie sits down with two voices who know that legacy firsthand. Linda Whitteron shares what it means to lead the club today, the challenges, the victories, and the heartbeat behind keeping it strong. Bryan Matheson reflects on the years gone by, offering stories, perspective, and a look at how the Lions have shaped—and been shaped by—the Lumsden community over decades. There’s also another edition of Bylaws and Order, where things get just serious enough to matter… and just light enough to keep you listening. Add, the latest local news, upcoming events, and the usual back-and-forth that keeps things grounded and real. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2436394/support] www.rivervalleypodcast.com

April 1st-Trey Taylor/Illingworth “Buck” Kerr

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2436394/fan_mail/new] Episode 29 of the River Valley Podcast brings another full lineup of local stories, voices, and community highlights from right here in the valley. In this episode, Bonnie sits down for Talk of the Town with local videographer and filmmaker Trey Taylor, sharing insight into his creative work and connection to the community. In Past, Present, and Proud, we turn the spotlight on Illingworth “Buck” Kerr, one of the prairie’s most respected artists, whose roots trace back to Lumsden and whose work helped shape the visual identity of Western Canada. We also dig into another intriguing piece From the Files of Did You Know, uncovering a story that might just surprise you, and break down local bylaws in our Bylaws and Order segment, making sense of the rules that shape everyday life in town. Plus, the Monthly Bookmark with Karen returns, highlighting what’s new and worth checking out at the library. It’s another packed episode filled with local voices, history, and the stories that keep this community connected. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2436394/support] www.rivervalleypodcast.com

Forever In Motion-Dianne Ulmer

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2436394/fan_mail/new] Season 3, Episode 28 of the River Valley Podcast brings another full helping of local stories, history, and community voices from right here in the valley. Bonnie takes the mic for Talk of the Town and sits down with Diane Ulmer from Forever in Motion, a program dedicated to helping people stay active, healthy, and connected through movement. It’s a great conversation about community wellness, why staying active matters at every age, and how programs like this make a difference across Saskatchewan. From the files of Did You Know, we finally settle a long-standing local debate once and for all. One of those questions people around the valley have been tossing back and forth for years gets a clear answer. In this episode’s Past, Present, and Proud, we shine the spotlight on Mae Mold, a remarkable woman whose story helped shape the community in ways many people may not realize. It’s a look back at a life that left a meaningful mark on Lumsden. We also break down the key highlights from the March 10th Town Council meeting, explaining what was discussed and what it means for residents going forward. And as always, we round things out with upcoming events around Lumsden and the valley, so you know what’s happening in the days and weeks ahead. Local voices, local stories, and the heartbeat of the valley. This is Season 3, Episode 28 of the River Valley Podcast. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2436394/support] www.rivervalleypodcast.com