Western Manitoba's largest 50 - 50 prize will be selected on January 1st.   The current total prize is $115.000.00 and will grow to a larger number today. Tickets are online and available now at bwkmega5050.com or in person at the Wheat Kings game today vs Swift Current. 50 - 50 prize was $156,440 and the winner Darlene Kretai was able to take home a cheque for $78,000.00 Refresh the link and see the numbers increasing during the day today Fund from 50/50 sales support the Brandon Wheat Kings Foundation which funds essential programs for player's development and education as well as providing scholarships for all Wheat Kings players when they finish their WHL career.

On December 29, 2024 at 5:33 pm, police received a report of an assault at Brandon Correctional Centre.  When members arrived, the 23-year-old male victim was being tended to by paramedics before being taken to the hospital where he was pronounced deceased.  The victim was in custody at Brandon Correctional Centre at the time of the assault. Members of the Brandon Police Service Major Crime Section and Forensic Identification Unit attended to the scene and continue to investigate.

As winter sets in and the temperatures fluctuate, Manitoba Natural Resources and Indigenous Futures is reminding ice fishers and outdoor enthusiasts to carefully evaluate ice conditions before venturing out onto the ice. At this time of year, especially in southern Manitoba, ice is still forming and could be dangerously thin. While some areas have more ice than others, it is best to check ice conditions when travelling across ice, as ice thickness can vary from one location to another. It is also important to wear-appropriate clothing, let someone know where you are fishing, what time you are expected to return and always carry a communication device in case you need to call for help. Take the time to prepare so your ice fishing adventure is safe and enjoyable. Manitobans and visitors are reminded to help protect the health of waterways by being proactive in preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species. Winter does not prevent zebra mussels and other invasive species from spreading. Everyone must remain vigilant by cleaning, draining and drying fishing gear and water-related equipment before moving from one body of water to another. If fishers are unsure whether their gear has been properly decontaminated, the gear can be exposed to temperatures below -10 C for three consecutive days before it is moved to another water body. Everyone plays a key role in protecting our natural resources and by working together we can ensure all outdoor enthusiasts continue to enjoy the many activities Manitoba has to offer for years to come. For more information on measures to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species, visit: www.manitoba.ca/stopais/.

Warrant for Fraudulently Obtaining Transportation At 2:45 pm, Police attended to a residence in the 300 block of Ross Ave for a call of a possible disturbance. While dealing with this matter, a 30 year old male was arrested on his outstanding warrant for arrest. He was released on an appearance notice to appear in court at a later date. Warrant for Failing to Appear At 3:28 pm, a call was received regarding 4 youths acting suspiciously in the 1400 block of 6th St. Police located the male subjects on the area and found a 19 year old male to have an outstanding warrant for his arrest issued by Morden Police Service. The male was arrested and later released on an appearance notice to appear in court at a later date. Warrant for Public Mischief At 9:32 pm, a traffic stop was done in the 000 block of 10th St and as a result a 45 year old male was arrested on his outstanding warrant. The subject was held in custody overnight and was released for court at a later date.

Breach of Peace On December 26th, 2024 at approximately 6:42 PM, a resident reported a guest was causing a disturbance by making threats and attempting to fight inside their residence. The unwanted guest left once the call was placed but was located by Police in the 200 block of Richmond Avenue. The 36 year old male was found to be highly intoxicated and as a result, was medically cleared and lodged in detention cells to be released when sober. Robbery with Violence, Fail To Comply With Undertaking, Possess Weapon, Attempt Theft of Motor Vehicle On December 26th, 2024 at approximately 8:39 PM, a resident in the 1500 block of 3rd street reported a fight in the driveway involving four individuals. It appeared to the resident that the physical altercation was between a taxi driver and their customers. One suspect attempted to take the taxi but was unable to do so successfully. The suspects managed to take a jacket from the driver which contained the vehicle key and cash before fleeing on foot. The K9 unit initiated a track to a nearby residence where the involved suspects were arrested. A 16 year old female was located wearing the stolen jacket which still contained the vehicle key. This female was charged with one count of Robbery with Violence and was released via Undertaking to her mother to appear for Court in February 2025. An 18 year old female was arrested and a search incidental to arrest yielded a pocket knife and alcohol. The female was on conditions to abstain from alcohol and as a result, was charged with Robbery with Violence, Fail to Comply with Undertaking, Possess Weapon, and Attempt Theft of Motor Vehicle. The female was held in detention cells to appear for Court in the morning of December 27th, 2024. A 23 year old male was charged with one count of Robbery with Violence and was held in detention cells due to their intoxication. The male will be released via Undertaking on December 27th, 2024 once sober to appear for Court in February 2025. The fourth individual was found to have been a passenger in the taxi but had no involvement; they were subsequently released without charge. All involved parties had some degree of minor physical injury due to the physical altercation but none required medical intervention.