Robin McCormick
Every year, hundreds of district residents head to Emo to enjoy “Spring Fever Days.”
The annual event culminates this Friday and Saturday, when local businesses will have sales and product promotions.
There also will be lots of free draws, and you can enjoy a meal or snack at one of Emo’s many food establishments.
Come out and enjoy “Spring Fever Days”—you’ll be glad you did.
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Congratulations to Tyler Christiansen and Sarah Galusha on their engagement.
The couple were engaged on the weekend to celebrate Sarah’s birthday.
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The gas draw at Dev-Lynne’s for March was won by Terry Beadle, who won $100 in gas.
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A reminder the Emo Legion will host its annual Good Friday fish fry on April 22 starting at 5 p.m. (take-out orders available at 4 p.m.)
The meal will include fish, potatoes, veggies, salads, and buns.
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The next Bingo at the Emo Legion is scheduled for Tuesday, April 19.
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Marg Heyens was the Emo Legion’s March 50/50 winner, pocketing $937.50.
Adelia Guba sold the winning ticket.
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Card winners at the Emo Legion last Wednesday were Darlene Bruce and Joan Buttazoni for the high while the low went to Adelia Guba and Rita.
Nicole Drennan won the draw.
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As of April 1, fire permits are needed to burn. Permits cost $2 and can be picked up at the municipal office.
A reminder that daytime burning is not allowed.
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Because of the heavy rainfall on Sunday, some Devlin roads are closed while some require extra caution when driving on them.
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Guthrie United Church held its annual “Spring Fling” on Sunday afternoon at the Devlin Hall, with organizers amazed at the turnout and the support the congregation received.
As well, an anonymous person donated a large amount of articles to the penny table.
Organizers would like to thank everyone who supported the “Spring Fling.” Your generosity will be remembered!
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The Clover Valley Farmers’ Market in Fort Frances will hold its annual Easter Market on Thursday, April 21 from noon-6 p.m. and again Saturday, April 23 from 9a .m.-1 p.m.
A variety of Easter novelties will be available, such as Ukrainian eggs, baking, spring crafts, and a large variety of meats, including ham.
Even real bunnies will be making an appearance.
The farmers’ market then will be open every Saturday for the summer season, with April 30 being Maple Syrup Day.
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A belated Happy Birthday wish to Gertie Bujold, who was honoured with a party last Saturday at St. Mary’s Church in Fort Frances attended by her many family members and friends.
Gertie is one of the friendliest, positive ladies I know—a real role model for other women to look up to! And I wish her many more birthdays.
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A little, silver-haired lady called her neighbour.
“Please come and help me. I have a killer jigsaw puzzle and I can’t figure out how to get it started,” she said.
“What is it supposed to be when it’s finished,” the neighbour asked.
“According to the picture on the box, it’s a rooster,” the lady replied.
When her neighbour came over to help, the lady showed him all the puzzle pieces all over the table.
He studied the pieces for a moment, looked at the box, and then turned to her.
“First of all, no matter what we do, we’re not going to be able to assemble this into anything that resembles a rooster,” he said.
He then took her hand and said, “Secondly, let’s have a cup of tea and relax.”
Then with a deep sigh, he added, “Let’s put all the Corn Flakes back into the box.”
