Fair Day in Rivers a full day
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- Published on Wednesday, July 15, 2015
By Sheila Runions
Banner Staff
Rivers Agricultural Society formed in 1910 and one of its goals throughout the years is to host a fair; there have been fairs for nearly 90 of those 105 years. The 2015 event was Wednesday, July 8 and it began (6:30 a.m.) with a pancake and sausage breakfast which was served to 287 people, 22 more than last year. The day ended (11:15 p.m.) with a fireworks display. In between was a myriad of activities for young and old, rural and urban.
Impressive win at Neepawa Senior Open
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- Published on Wednesday, July 15, 2015
(L to R) Neepawa Golf and Country Club general manager Landon Cameron and 2015 Senior Open winner Brad Clement
By Eoin Devereux
The Neepawa Banner
A first time competitor at the Senior Open in Neepawa was able to conquer the course in dominant fashion. Brad Clement from Russell shot a one over 73 to claim top prize at the annual event, which was held on Monday, July 13 at the Neepawa Golf and Country Club. That total was four shots better than the nearest competition.
New playground in Rapid City
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- Published on Tuesday, July 14, 2015
By Sheila Runions
Banner Staff
In spring 2012 Rolling River School Division (RRSD) sent a letter to Rapid City announcing the school’s playground equipment was inspected and that replacement would be necessary. The treated lumber wooden structures were installed in 1995 and after nearly 20 years, was nearing its life expectancy.
Market returns to Rapid City for second season
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- Published on Monday, July 13, 2015
By Sheila Runions
Banner Staff
Last year, Rapid City Chamber of Commerce hosted a three-month community market and it was such a successful venture they have planned the same for this summer. Held for two hours one night a week, the first event of 2015 was July 2. Co-ordinator Lynne Miller admits there were fewer people than at last year’s opening, but wondered if the proximity to Canada Day kept some away. While shoppers were fewer in numbers, exhibitors were more.
