Where's The Beef??? The Saskatchewan Stock Growers' Concerns
The Saskatchewan Stock Growers has called for a government - Federal and Provincial - review into the cattle and beef pricing system as farmers/ranchers and feedlot operators do not believe they are receiving their fair share of record high retail store prices.
We did a deep dive into this issue as retail beef prices are at record highs while producers are losing money when they sell their livestock.
We speak at length with Garner Deobald, president of the Saskatchewan Stock Growers Association about the reasons behind the group’s call for beef pricing to be investigated.
Part One In A Series
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Rhino's Ramblings - A Summer Off
A personal update about what is going on this summer at MJ Independent.
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Where's The Beef????
With the Saskatchewan Stock Growers Association calls for a government investigation into the beef and slaughter cattle industry the MJ Independent did out own investigation to hopefully clarify what is happening in the industry.
If as the SSGA claims producers and feedlots are not making windfall profits then who or what is driving up the price of beef at the retail level?
We try to clarify the issue and as always don’t take our word for it but do your own research.
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Winners In The Highway To Heroes Car Show
A complete list of the winners in the Highway To Heroes Car Show held this past Saturday.
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Moose Jaw Male 27 Dead After Incident Involving Firearm
A 27 year old Moose Jaw man is dead following pointing a firearm in a police involved shooting.
The man was shot after the Moose Jaw Police Service responded to a man uttering threats at 1:10 am earlier this morning. The man fled the original scene and a police chase occurred east on the Trans-Canada Highway.
After attempts to negotiate over hours the man allegedly pointed a firearm and refused multiple commands to lower the weapon when he was shot. The 27 year old later died on the scene.
The RCMP and Moose Jaw Police Service have requested the legislated independent investigation and coroner’s office involvement into the fatality.
The incident has closed the Trans Canada Highway near Belle Plaine where the investigation continues.
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Despite The Heat Hundreds Show Up For Car Show
Although it was likely the hottest day of 2022 so far - with high temperatures in the mid 30s - the 6th Highway To Heroes Car Show went ahead as planned.
The story talks about the importance of the car show to not only assist local non-profits but also the bond it helps to forge and foster between 15 Wing Moose Jaw and the community.
There is a good selection of photos from the event for the car buffs out there.
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Car Show Organizers Provide Instructions About Parking For Event
For those attending the 6th Highway To Heroes Car Show at the Moose Jaw Exhibition Grounds the organizers have released instructions on where to park for spectator and car exhibitors alike.
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Accused In Stabbing Incident Released On Conditions
The alleged perpetrator of a July 8th stabbing incident on the 0 block of Manitoba Street East has been released on conditions.
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Alleged Recyclables Thief Tells Judge He Mixed Up The Schedule
An alleged recyclables thief mixed up his court appearance date with the date he was required to appear at the Moose Jaw Police Services station to be photographed and fingerprinted but the John Howard Society’s court worker called him and told him about his missing court.
Appearing late the accused’s excuse was accepted and he was accepted to Alternative Measures which if he completes the requirements the Court will dismiss the charges.
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Highway To Heroes Car Show Taking Hot Weather Precautions
With the temperature soaring this Saturday July 16th the Highway To Heroes Car Show would like all attendees know organizers are taking precautions to help ensure any heat dangers are reduced. Safety is the utmost concern for the organizers of the show.
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City Using Humane Approach To Pigeon Perching Problem
The City of Moose Jaw has identified three problem areas where pigeons are congregating and causing problems in City facilities.
But instead of euthanizing the fowl flock as done in other municipalities the City has a plan to use non-lethal methods to alter the pigeons behaviour and encourage them to leave.
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Alberta Driver Tells Court He Learnt A Hard Lesson
An out of province driver, who was working at an area industrial site, told Moose Jaw Provincial Court he learnt a hard lesson when he plead guilty to impaired driving after just being over the legal limit.
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Stabbing Suspect Makes First Court Appearance
The alleged perpetrator of a Friday night stabbing on the 0 block of Manitoba Street East made his first court appearance on Monday morning.
Colewyn Terrell Montana will remain in custody but will have a bail hearing this coming Thursday morning.
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Feds Spend Over $12 Million On Saskatchewan Recreation And Community Initiatives
The federal government has spent over $12 million in recreational infrastructure with a couple of Moose Jaw area communities receiving funds to upgrade their local recreation infrastructure.
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Wandering Market New Child Friendly Patio Adds Ambience To The Store
Well known for their alternative approach to providing local food products and options the Wandering Market has now added a child-friendly outdoor patio where people can come and sit for good conversation.
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People With No Names Come Forward To Help Secure A Fistful Of Dollars
Council agreed to put in abeyance a deal with an outside firm to find a new naming rights sponsor for the building called Mosaic Place until the end of August.
The decision came about as some unnamed individuals, who helped raise money for the then called Multi-Plex, came forward offering to help.
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Stock Growers Call For Governments To Investigate Beef And Cattle Pricing
The seeming imbalance between profits retailers and processors make compared to the losses being suffered by ranchers and feedlot operators has the Saskatchewan Stock Growers Association calling on both the provincial and federal governments to launch an investigation into cattle and beef pricing.
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GAX Is Open To Everyone As Gaming Numbers Increase
With the COVID - 19 restrictions now lifted Moose Jaw Gamers are about to put on their first mandate free Moose Jaw Gamers semi-annual Gaming Expo ("GAX") in two years.
The event, the largest of its kind in Saskatchewan, has something for everyone as gaming - from computers to the classic board games - has taken off not just in Moose Jaw but world-wide.
Everyone is welcome to participate - the event is July 22nd - July 24th at the Moose Jaw Cultural Centre.
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