Two local junior curling rinks are off to Sault Ste. Marie this weekend (Jan. 11-13) to compete in the provincial championship after qualifying in Longlac this past weekend.
Making up the boys rink is Adam Bolen (skip), Dave Kaun (third), Mike Badiuk (second), and Travis Showalter and Sean Murray (sharing the position of lead).
The local junior women’s rink, which earned a provincial berth for the first time ever, is made up of Jenna Enge (skip), Megan Moate (third), Tireah Keffer (second), and Kathleen Murray and Sam Mueller (alternate leads).
The girls’ team is coached by Dave Bondett, assisted by Tom Fry, who is the coach for the junior men’s team.
Enge’s parents, Linda and Bill, will be travelling to the Sault to watch the action, but I’m not sure if any other folks are going.
The community and district wishes both rinks all the best at the provincial showdown.
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A reminder there will be a PA day for students on Friday, Jan. 26.
And don’t forget that Crossroads School here in Devlin is hosting a fashion show on Feb. 16.
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Amy Shute, the youngest daughter of Norm and Iris, has been doing a great deal of travelling for the last month. She toured Thailand and Laos, then returned to Canada for only a few hours at an airport before flying to Chile.
Amy’s time in Chile is work related. After having spent many years pursuing her career as a geologist, her high grades and work ethic allowed her to be chosen by the Geology Society of the world to go there.
Amy, who spend much of her early years in Devlin, will graduate in May with her Master’s degree. Congratulations on this great accomplishment!
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On a sadder note, Norm Shute has been in the hospital for a few days.
Friends and family from our community send you wishes and prayers that you’ll be home soon!
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I had the opportunity to have a brief talk with Jim Norris, who is relocating to Fort Frances after spending several years in Dryden.
Jim also spent many years in Burriss.
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Lindsey (Norris) and Jeremy Oster welcomed the arrival of their first child—a baby girl—on Christmas Day.
Lindsey spent some of her earlier years in Burriss with parents, Brad and Ev, and also sister, Holly (who, ironically, also was born on Christmas Day).
Congratulations to all, including paternal grandparents Ken and Elaine Oster.
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The Dec. 2 card party at the Emo Legion was won by Darlene Bruce and Sis Woolsey, with the low going to Judy Kozachenko and Ester Elias.
Then on Jan. 3, the winners were Thelma McFadden and Agnes Waldeck, with the low going to Ester Elias and Mary Alice Drennan.
The draws were won by Rudy Meyers and Darlene Bruce, respectively.
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The next Bingo at the Emo Legion will be held iJan. 20.
There also will be a 500 card party tomorrow (Jan. 11) beginning at 7 p.m.
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The December gas draw at Dev-Lynne’s was won by Bob Whitburn, who took home a spot and carpet cleaner.
Be sure to sign up for this month’s draw every time you purchase a minimum of $25 in gas.
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Jen Badiuk and friend Christy Vaughn, from Vancouver Island, will be flying off to Australia tomorrow (Jan. 11), where they will be working, touring, and having a good time for nine-12 months.
Jen met Christy while she was working in Alberta.
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The famous VALA Follies once again are planning to stage a production on Feb. 10 at the Townshend Theatre in Fort Frances (shows at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.)
This year’s production is entitled “Las Vegas Legends,” whic is sure to entertain one and all. Tickets are available at Betty’s.
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Robin’s 2¢:
Two guys collide in a supermarket. “Sorry about that,” the first guy says. “I’m looking for my wife and I guess I wasn’t watching where I was going.”
“I’m looking for my wife, too,” the second guy says.
“Maybe I can help you,” the first guy says. “What does your wife look like?”
“Well, she’s a tall redhead with big green eyes, long suntanned legs, and a bright smile,” the second guy replies. “What does your wife look like?”
“Never mind,” says the first guy. “Let’s look for yours.”
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