Floods Threaten Crop Research in Manitoba | Winnipeg News

Senior Golf Stars Battle for Glory | Winnipeg News

Angela Martens is back in the spotlight, leading the Women’s Senior Championship by one shot after a gritty weekend, while Stacey Borowski and Angela Ause chase her down — and Rhonda Orr, the defending champ, sits out due to medical reasons. Meanwhile, in the Men’s Senior Championship, Todd Fanning and Jay Doyle are locked in a fierce duel at Niakwa, with Fanning calling his second round his best of the year, and the top six securing spots on Team Manitoba for the Canadian Senior Men’s Championship. Back in Calgary, Evan Nachtigall is Manitoba’s lone representative in the Canadian Men’s Amateur, sitting at four-under and inside the top 25 — a standout performance on the national stage. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/76424c57cda59cbf

Tragedy in Sandy Bay Ojibway First Nation | Winnipeg News

A tragic dog attack in Sandy Bay Ojibway First Nation claimed the life of 37-year-old animal rescuer Amanda Nobiss, who was fatally mauled while trying to help puppies. Two male dogs were euthanized, while a female and the puppies were rescued by K9 Advocacy. The incident underscores the extreme risks faced by animal rescuers and has spurred over a dozen welfare groups to demand greater government support for rescue organizations, hoping to prevent future tragedies. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ef7d27617450815f

Floods Threaten Crop Research in Manitoba | Winnipeg News

A major agricultural research hub in Manitoba just weathered a rare summer flood that submerged 390 acres of experimental fields, threatening critical crop breeding data and timelines. While buildings stayed dry and staff adapted by rerouting access, the flood wiped out barley and soybean plots — a stark reminder of climate vulnerability. Thanks to lessons from past floods and advance warning, researchers moved key genetic materials to safety, limiting damage. Now, cleanup and recovery are underway as they gear up for the 2027 growing season — and plan smarter water management to protect future research. This disaster underscores the urgent need for resilience in food science as weather extremes grow more common. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d663876eba6f48fd

Everyday Heroes Save Lives at Delta Beach | Winnipeg News

Preston Houle’s heroic rescue of a drowning toddler at Delta Beach earned him top honors at the Lifesaving Society Manitoba Awards — and he’s not alone. Over two dozen everyday heroes were celebrated for life-saving water rescues, including Dan and Knox Nickel, police constables Alex Plante and Teegan Nagorski, and the Pinawa Fire and Rescue Service. Lieutenant Governor Anita Neville and Winnipeg Police Chief Gene Bowers praised these unsung lifesavers, reminding everyone: bravery isn’t reserved for professionals — it’s in all of us. Houle, who dove in without hesitation and performed CPR until help arrived, says “don’t be afraid to help” — and that’s the message we all need to hear. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/861fc0de55d31788

Winnipeg Expands Active Pathways | Winnipeg News

Winnipeg’s northwest hydro corridor just got a major upgrade as phase two of its active transportation path launches—expanding the popular bike-and-walk route by a kilometer in each direction to nearly 4.2 kilometers, with new lights, benches, and accessibility features, all funded by a $3 million investment, including $330K from Trails Manitoba, set to begin construction this summer and transform commuting and community connectivity. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9a70665c7c7b8f9c