Brandon Salutes is proud to host the “Salute to Veterans” concert Sunday, November 2nd at 1:00pm at Brandon City Hall. The is a FREE event featuring the music of the  Royal Winnipeg Rifles Band and the 26th Field Regiment Pipes and Drums. Enjoy an afternoon of great music honouring our military history and veterans. Proudly supported by the Royal Canadian Legion and the Army, Navy and Air Force Veterans Association. The Brandon Salutes is mission statement is: “to foster unity of the military and civilian communities in Westman, based on a mutual respect of their unique contribution toward a strong and proud partnership.”

4-H Manitoba is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarships. The Manitoba Government generously established a $1 million endowment fund with the Brandon Area Community Foundation, which provided $38,126 for scholarships this year. Four outstanding 4-H Manitoba members were selected to receive scholarships in support of their post-secondary education. “We’re very proud of this year’s scholarship recipients and excited to see where their paths take them,” said Greg Penner, President of 4-H Manitoba. “Each of them has shown real leadership, dedication, and a commitment to their communities. Supporting them as they take the next step in their education helps build a strong future for Manitoba.” 4-H Manitoba’s mission is to build leadership in youth and adults while developing essential life and leadership skills as members “Learn To Do By Doing.” “One hundred and twelve years ago, Canada’s 4-H movement began here in Manitoba, paving the way for a long and successful history of opportunities for Manitoba’s youth to develop leadership and communication skills while learning about agriculture and environmental sustainability,” said Agriculture Minister Ron Kostyshyn. “On behalf of the Manitoba government, I congratulate all of the 2025 scholarship recipients and extend my heartfelt wishes as they head toward a bright future in our province.”

This past Saturday evening, Canadian icons Blue Rodeo took the stage at Westoba Place at the Keystone Centre in Brandon as part of their “Lost Together – The 40th Anniversary Tour”. The evening consisted  of their classic hits, heartfelt storytelling, and dynamic live performance. They were joined on the tour by guest artist Adam Baldwin, who opened the show with his own flavour of East Coast-soul rock. All photos by Scramble Studio.

Halloween chills are set to return with a charitable twist as the annual Cedar Hollow Scare Away Hunger event once again opens its haunted doors in Brandon. The family-run attraction, known for its eerie decorations and community spirit, is back to thrill visitors while collecting much-needed donations for the local food bank. Hosted by Carla and Mike Mitchell at their home on Cedar Bay, the event transforms their yard, driveway, and garage into a spine-chilling haunted walk-through each Halloween season. Admission by food bank donation. The setup includes detailed scenes, animatronics, and costumed volunteers ready to deliver scares for a good cause. For younger visitors—or those who prefer a milder experience—the Mitchells also host “no-scare” hours, allowing families to enjoy the decorations without the frights. NO Scare “Trick or Eat” Hours: Oct 26: 12-4pm MID-LEVEL Scare Hours: Oct 18 & 19: 1-5pm FULL Scare Hours: Oct 24, 25, 26: 6-9pm Full Scare Trick or Treating: Oct 31: 5-9:30pm Attendees are encouraged to dress for the weather, bring a donation, and check the event’s Facebook page for this year’s operating hours and full-scare versus no-scare schedules. The Cedar Hollow Scare Away Hunger is more than just a haunted attraction—it’s proof that even a frightful night can bring hope and comfort to local families in need. For more details and updates, visit the Cedar Hollow Scare Away Hunger Facebook page.

he Miss Vickie's brand's new Ristoranti Series is a love letter to some of the best Italian restaurants in Canada. Now available in grocery and retail stores nationwide, this new line of kettle cooked potato chips is inspired by signature dishes from locally beloved restaurants, bringing a taste of authentic Italian cuisine to Miss Vickie's fans across the country. Instantly recognizable, known in culture for elevating the everyday, and backed by consistent quality over time – Miss Vickie's has collaborated with like-minded Italian restaurants in Canadian cities, including Pizzeria Badiali in Toronto, Nora Gray in Montreal and Ask For Luigi in Vancouver, to create three new limited-time flavours. The series line-up includes: Miss Vickie's® Vodka Sauce Pizza flavoured kettle cooked potato chipsOne bite, and you're in line for one of the best slices at Pizzeria Badiali in Queen West, Toronto, to enjoy creamy tomato sauce, cheese, and oregano, on a potato chip that captures the essence of a woodfire pizza. Miss Vickie's® Cacio e Pepe flavoured kettle cooked potato chipsTransport to Ask for Luigi – a Railtown, Vancouver favourite – through a perfect balance of sharp, creamy cheese and black pepper, resembling the flavours of the classic pasta dish. Miss Vickie's® Spicy Pepperoncini & Focaccia flavoured kettle cooked potato chipsThe potato chip adaptation of Nora Gray's signature Focaccia Maison brings you to a cozy table in Griffintown, Montreal, delivering flavours of spicy pepperoncini, tangy sweet onion, and notes of sourdough focaccia. To ensure authenticity, the brand's Research & Development and Culinary teams collaborated with these renowned restaurants, conducting in-depth tastings and carefully analyzing each dish's signature flavour and seasoning notes. PepsiCo chefs developed and refined the seasoning blends, testing various iterations to deliver a true-to-dish taste experience in every Miss Vickie's potato chip. From the sharp, creamy cheese and black pepper notes of a classic Cacio e Pepe to the tangy sweetness of pepperoncini with sourdough focaccia, to the rich, woodfire essence of vodka sauce pizza - the new flavours reflect the depth and balance that define Italian cooking. "It's a culinary dream to bring together beloved Italian dishes with the unmistakable crunch of Miss Vickie's," says Lisa Allie, Senior Director, Marketing, PepsiCo Foods Canada. "This new series is a celebration of Canadian culinary culture, and we're so proud to bring Canadians something special to enjoy across the country." "Being able to partner with a homegrown Canadian brand like Miss Vickie's to bring the flavour of our bestselling pizza across the country has been an incredible opportunity," says Ryan Baddeley, Owner of Pizzeria Badiali. "The iconic vodka sauce & Sicilian spices come through perfectly, and we can't wait for Canada to try it." Miss Vickie's kettle cooked potato chips are proudly crafted in Canada, and the three new flavours from the Miss Vickie's Ristoranti Series will be available at most retailers near you. About Miss Vickie's®Since 1987, Miss Vickie's has been making kettle cooked potato chips for Canadians to enjoy using quality ingredients to create their signature flavours and crunch. Under the PepsiCo Foods Canada portfolio, the Miss Vickie's brand is constantly innovating, and carefully mastering new flavours that Canadians love. Miss Vickie's kettle cooked potato chips are proudly crafted in Canada. To learn more about the brand, visit www.missvickies.ca. SOURCE PepsiCo Canada