A local pickup/delivery pizzeria is celebrating its s30th anniversary this year. Little Italy Pizzeria was started by Martin Dupuis in October of 1994. The popular pizza joint was originally located on Rosser Ave (323 Rosser Ave) until its move to 305-10th St in 2004. The business was sold in 2017 to a new ownership group (Farhan, Morgan & Saki). Martin felt comfortable handing over the keys to his business as the incoming owners had each been employed by the restaurant for several years. Over that time they had developed an extensive knowledge of both the menu and the customers. The secret behind Little Italy’s longevity lies in its commitment to quality. The menu, featuring a wide array of pizzas, pasta, oven baked subs, and appetizers, has remained true to its roots, with several new items sprinkled in a long the way. The owners have consistently fostered relationships with their customers, some of whom have been ordering pizza/pasta since day one. As part of its 30th anniversary celebration, they will be offering a free medium pizza (1-topping) with every food order of $35 or more (before taxes). To order online, please click here.

The J&G Homes Arena and WCHA are happy to welcome Chad Wallin and the Joe Beeverz team to be the operators of Kings Kitchen. We wish Chad and his team continued success and are excited for the experience they will bring to patrons of J&G Homes Arena. The restaurant is expected to re-open Friday October 4th in time for the U17AAA game. The restaurant will be open for all U18AAA, U17AAA and U15AAA games as well as the ACC Cougars games during the season following opening night on October 4th.

Westman Communications Group (WCG) is excited to announce the next step in its efforts to connect Westman: The Connecting Westman Tour Loge Box. In partnership with the Keystone Centre, WCG will provide access to the newest way of experiencing events, such as the upcoming Brandon Wheat Kings season. The Connecting Westman Tour is an annual community-driven initiative that serves WCG-connected communities and the projects that matter most to local residents. During the summer, the Tour provides fundraising events through charity barbecues. The winter continuation of the Tour will be used to provide Westman residents with opportunities to attend events such as Wheat Kings hockey games in one of the newly installed loge boxes. The Connecting Westman Tour Loge Box is a specially designed space to enhance connection as attendees share in experiences. The loge boxes are semi-enclosed seating areas located around the upper concourse of the Westoba Place, installed in the summer of 2024. In partnership with the Keystone Centre, the Connecting Westman Tour Loge Box will help support local events held in the arena. “WCG is proud to continue its longstanding commitment to the Keystone Centre,” said WCG Senior Director Derek Radics. “The Connecting Westman Loge Box is a great addition to the Tour and will be a new way for people to view the Brandon Wheat Kings hockey games.” WCG will distribute tickets through social media giveaways or donate tickets to deserving causes. To stay updated, visit WCG’s Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok pages.

The Brandon Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce Olivia Boyce as the new General Manager, effective September 23, 2024. Olivia is transitioning from her successful role in our Membership department, where she developed strong relationships and gained valuable insights into our members’ needs. This experience provides her with a head start in understanding the chamber landscape and the community we serve. As we prepare for this leadership change, there will be a transition period with our current General Manager, Connor Ketchen, which allows us to fill the Membership role and support Olivia as she adapts to her new responsibilities. This collective approach will ensure a smooth transition and continued support for our members. With a recently completed MBA in Community Economic Development, Olivia is well-equipped to lead our organization into its next chapter. Her leadership will be pivotal in driving initiatives that support local businesses and foster economic growth in the region. Olivia is excited to engage with our members and the community, working collaboratively to create a vibrant economic landscape.

Since forming in 2008, Sunrise Credit Union has prioritized supporting community groups, organizations, sports teams, and events. This commitment is a collective effort, with each of Sunrise Credit Union's 19 branches hosting at least one fundraising event annually. The money raised from these events is a testament to the unity and involvement of our community. It is donated to a worthwhile group, organization, or cause in their community. In the spring and summer of 2024, Sunrise Credit Union branches held 26 events. With the generous support of our community, $27,893.89 was raised. These funds were donated to community groups and organizations, a testament to the value we place on our community's support. "We are incredibly fortunate to be able to support local organizations that do so much for our communities," said Sunrise Credit Union president and CEO Tim Klassen, "We applaud the time and effort by our staff in our communities to hold these fundraising events and to the members of their various communities for supporting these initiatives." Sunrise Credit Union contributes more than $325,000 annually toward community donations, sponsorships and scholarships and looks forward to helping more community organizations through additional branch fundraising throughout the year. This collection of efforts shows what being part of our communities is all about. Below is a breakdown of funds raised and the organizations that benefited from our commitment to our communities. Organization Benefitting Branch Amount Minnedosa Museum & Heritage Village Minnedosa $252.00 Ste. Rose Fitness Center Ste. Rose $1,100.00 Parkland Humane Society Grandview $1,390.00 Canada Day Committee Minnedosa $300.00 Holland Elementary School Breakfast Program Holland $1,850.35 Baldur Care Home (BBQ & Raffle) Baldur $3,290.24 Cypress River Memorial Hall Renovations Cypress River $1,832.50 Deloraine Minor Ball Association Deloraine $1,800.00 Waskada Community Foods (BBQ) Waskada $1,200.00 Waskada Lions Club (Raffle) Waskada $1,730.00 Hartney Fair Grounds Hartney $2,000.00 Erickson & Area Food Bank Sandy Lake $393.80 Sandy Lake Swim Program Sandy Lake $465.00 Fun Fest Committee Minnedosa $283.00 Boissevain School Playground Project Boissevain* $914.00 Virden Costume Closet Virden $2,000.00 Treherne Aquatic Centre (Swim Day) Treherne $684.00 Strathclair Fire Department Strathclair $1,004.00 Melita Fire Department Melita $2,000.00 Oakburn Community Hall Shoal Lake $1,005.00 Minnedosa Youth Drop-In Centre Minnedosa $512.00 Pipestone Memorial Park (Meat Draw) Reston $377.60 Pipestone Fun Days (Meat Draw) Reston $377.60 Seniors Helping Hands (Meat Draw) Reston $377.60 Reston Willowview Palliative Care (Meat Draw) Reston $377.60 2025 Pipestone Homecoming (Meat Draw) Reston $377.60