Areas west of Unity experienced some hail damage July 4 in a sudden storm. This included the Unity Golf Course that was forced to close for 24 hours as a result.
What amounted to four inches of rain in a 15-hour time span resulted in problems for property owners and the town on July 8. The industrial area had one road impassable from water, while several other properties were surrounded by water. Many residents sought dehumidifiers, fans, eavestroughs and shop vacs. Numerous branches, leaves and some trees fell victim to the heavy rain and strong wind.
The sun shone the following day as people assessed garden and yard damage, while working to dry out basements. The golf course was once again forced to close and limited golf activity to walking only the following day. The greenhouse was also closed due to flooding.
Wilkie has opened a new petting zoo. Check out their Facebook page. That might be something to take the kids to this summer. Both neighbouring communities of Luseland and Macklin have opened their pools. The are many strict protocols with limited swimmers allowed so check in with these venues before heading out there.
Ashley Loadman, Emma Baker, Kaybree Spendelow, Lexie Cooper and Tianna Watt all were announced as either zone or provincial winners in the Legion poem, essay and art contest. These students are all from Unity Composite High School
Gardeners have appreciated the heat combined with timely moisture that is making their growing projects prosper. Although the excess rain of July 8 has some gardeners concerned about viability of their water-logged plants.
Here’s hoping this finds you all safe, healthy and socially distanced. Until next week ...
