The Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba is monitoring the situation with Covid-19 very closely. The health and safety of our fairgoers is always a top priority. As Royal Manitoba Winter Fair is fast approaching, we are continuing to monitor the situation and develop and improve our plans based on facts we receive directly from Manitoba Health. We do have extensive handwash and hand sanitizer stations at all our events and we have increased the number of units for the Royal Manitoba Winter Fair 2020. We are in contact with Manitoba Health on a regular basis for all our events. We have requested extra support and contact with them for our protocols based on the facts that they have immediate access to. Manitoba Health is very pleased with our protocols and facilities for handwashing and sanitizing. We have always encouraged people to wash their hands to promote healthy lifestyle for all our attendees and this year will be even more noticeable with public awareness greater and our own increased capacity (we have hand wash and hand sanitizer stations throughout the facility). We are working directly with the great Keystone Centre facility to ensure that any additional steps needed for biosecurity and environmental cleanliness are being taken in the entire facility. We are also developing plans with our First Aid support St John Ambulance and our security staff from Paladin security. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and will update as needed (submitted)

Brandon, MB – The onset of spring weather means the City of Brandon Streets & Roads Section’s attention has turned to patching the potholes popping up on City roadways. Multiple Streets and Roads crew are now out on a daily basis, patching early-season potholes with a temporary winter asphalt and tar mixture. Motorists are urged to drive with care and caution around crews as they conduct this work on City streets through the season. Once more consistently warmer temperatures arrive, crews can begin using the City of Brandon’s in-house asphalt reclaimer and asphalt pre-mix heater to patch potholes more permanently with hot mix. Later in the spring, the Public Works Department will be able to secure a commercial supply of hot mix asphalt. Motorists are encouraged to help crews out where possible and report problem potholes by calling the City of Brandon’s 24-hour Pothole Hotline at 204-729-2200. While the phone line is monitored for issues to be addressed, calls are not returned. Residents can also alert Street & Roads staff to problem potholes by submitting an online report on the City’s website by following this link: http://www.brandon.ca/report-an-issue. The City of Brandon reminds its residents that Victoria Avenue west of First Street, Richmond Avenue east of 18th Street, all of First Street (including the bridge), and all of 18th Street (including the bridges), are under the jurisdiction of the Province of Manitoba and, therefore, do not fall within the City of Brandon’s pothole patching program. Residents wishing to report a pothole or unsafe driving condition on a Provincial roadway can call 1-866-MANITOBA (1-866-626-4862). Residents should also note that the City of Brandon’s pothole patching program does not apply to the aprons (sloped approaches) leading into private driveways, nor does it apply to the accesses/approaches or parking lots of private businesses. The City of Brandon appreciates the public’s cooperation in reporting all potholes and doing their part in keeping our roads safer. (City of Brandon PSA)

Source:Brandon Police Service Media Release At 2:05 PM Friday afternoon, an employee from Superstore reported that a 43 year old male, known to them, and another male suspect, had stolen approx. $100 in meat products from the store. At about 2:45 PM, the primary suspect was located in the 900 block Rosser Avenue and arrested for theft.  He was also found to be in breach of a Probation Order that directed he abstain from alcohol, as he was intoxicated.  He was lodged at Brandon Correctional Centre and later released to appear in court on April 9th.

BRANDON, MB., March 6 2020 – The last stop on The Price is Right Live’s 2020 tour was also a record setting one. The Brandon, MB crowd of over 2,000 set a new merchandise sales record, surpassing the previous benchmark by more than $1,500. “This sort of measurable fan feedback highlights the enthusiasm we have come to expect from Brandon, and Westman crowds,” says Jared McKenzie, Keystone Centre marketing manager. “We’re glad we were able to showcase that enthusiasm to The Price is Right Live cast and crew.” “It is always positive to be able to have this much excitement for an event the first time it comes to town,” adds Keystone Centre CEO & general manager Jeff Schumacher. “Thank you to all of the great fans that came out and made this event a success.” (submitted)

Daylight saving time returns to Manitoba early in the morning of Sunday, March 8, when clocks across the province will be advanced by one hour. Brandon Fire & Emergency Services would like to remind the public to "install new batteries in your home’s smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detector". "For added protection, it is recommended to also install smoke alarms inside all bedrooms. Carbon monoxide alarms are to be installed outside all sleeping areas if your home has a fuel-burning appliance, fireplace or attached garage". The official time change to daylight saving time occurs at 2 a.m., Sunday, March 8 at which time clocks should be set ahead to 3 a.m.