Another former pioneer resident of the Eagle Hills community has passed away. Sympathy goes out to the Weran and Schweizer families on the recent passing of 97-year-old Gussie Weran. The late Steve and Gussie farmed and raised a family in the area before Steve passed away. Gussie spent her last few years at the Battlefords District Care Centre in Battleford. After the funeral she was laid to rest at the Battleford Cemetery.
May 29, the residents of Battleford West Place had a special meeting with two members of WPD Ambulance of the Battlefords. They gave a health talk on some common problems and how to quickly access an ambulance when in need. There was a good turnout. All were treated to coffee and cake with the ambulance personnel.
The Western Development Museum held another workshop bee for the antique gas tractors and stationery engines. Having a few extra helping hands to help carry out repairs is appreciated. Some parts required are no longer being made for these aged machines. A lot of time is spent fabricating delicate parts. More work bees will be planned. The museum has been a busy place with many different events taking place.
The farmers and cattlemen should be happy now substantial rain has fallen, but we can always do with more. The odd thunderstorm has moved through the area and left more light rain. Crops are coming up so, it’s time to watch for the beetles and bugs. Spraying for them has already started.
After a long wait it’s a pleasure to see our historic Battleford post office back in order. That old building has been restored inside and out, and is a treasure to the community. It reopened June 4.
