The Manitoba government is declaring a provincewide state of emergency under the Emergency Measures Act, Premier Wab Kinew and Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Lisa Naylor, minister responsible for the Emergency Measures Organization, declared based on the recommendation from Manitoba’s wildfire and emergency management officials. “With the wildfires in northern Manitoba intensifying, our government has triggered a provincewide state of emergency to help us through this crisis,” said Kinew. “The safety of Manitobans is, and will always be, our number one priority.” The state of emergency is initially in effect for 30 days once issued and may be extended if necessary. This ensures federal, provincial and local resources can be delivered in a co-ordinated response to help protect Manitobans, noted the premier. In addition to the state of emergency declaration, the city of Flin Flon and the First Nations of Pimicikimak and Mathias Colomb have issued mandatory evacuation orders. All residents and visitors must evacuate the communities as soon as possible before midnight tonight. “This is the largest evacuation in many Manitobans’ living memory and this will require significant resources and co-operation from all levels of government,” said Kinew. “I have spoken with the prime minister and we have asked for the support of the Canadian Armed Forces in transporting evacuees. There are hundreds of people who are mobilized to get you to safety and provide help. This is what Manitobans do, and we will get through this.” All evacuees are urged to follow the instructions of the emergency alerts in their communities with specific instructions on how to make their way to safety. Visit www.manitoba.ca/emo/guide/index.html for more information.

Possess child pornography/Access child pornography Following an investigation into Possess child pornography/Access child pornography from February, 2025, Police located and arrested the 68-year-old male on May 27, 2025.  He was released to appear in court on August 7, 2025. Prohibited Driving On May 27, 2025, at 5:25pm, Police conducted a vehicle stop at 900 block of 18th Street North. A 31-year-old male driver was found to be prohibited from driving Canada-wide.  He was arrested and later released to appear in court on July 21, 2025, vehicle was seized 30 days.

On May 26th at 5:19PM a call to a disturbance in the 300 block of 9th Street was received. Police attended and found two individuals in an argument, a 30-year-old male and a 36-year-old female.  The 30-year-old male was found to be the primary cause of issues. He was arrested, held in BPS detention cells and will be released once sober.

The Manitoba government is investing $1.65 million to support the Town of Virden in the expansion and rehabilitation of Virden Regional Airport, allowing greater capacity and capabilities for commercial operators, medical transfer flights and STARS Air Ambulance, Municipal and Northern Relations Minister Glen Simard announced here today. “This is an important investment that will encourage regional development and job creation in Westman,” said Simard. “Thanks to the hard work and commitment of the Town of Virden, this grant funding will enhance the airport’s capacity, support commercial growth and strengthen its role as a critical hub for medical access, economic development and regional connectivity.” The investment is being made through the Manitoba Growth, Renewal and Opportunities for Municipalities Program (Manitoba GRO). The upgrades include a new Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS) III, enabling STARS Air Ambulance to make critical weather-based decisions. The improvements will also support 24-7 medical transfer flights, charter services and expanded commercial operations, boosting local tourism and economic activity, the minister noted. “The Town of Virden is thrilled to have the support of the province for the upgrades to our regional airport,” said Mayor Tina Williams, Town of Virden. “As well as experiencing large commercial expansion and attracting new business to our community due to this project, the health care and safety of our entire region will be immeasurably improved as a result of the province’s investment.” “This is a significant milestone for our airport. One that would not have been achieved as quickly without the funding provided through the Manitoba GRO fund,” said Coun. Bruce Dunning, Town of Virden, and chair, Virden Airport Commission. “The extension of the runway, installation of the AWOS system and runway lighting upgrades have made our airport a centre for medical, commercial and private aeronautical activity in southwest Manitoba. The airport commission is very grateful to the province for their contribution to this project.” Manitoba GRO was created to support infrastructure projects that help communities grow and thrive. This investment reflects the Manitoba government’s commitment to building strong, healthy communities and supporting long-term economic growth across Manitoba, the minister added.

The highly successful PBR ( Professional Bull Riders ) came to the Keystone Centre and Westoba Place on Friday and Saturday night. Thanks to Scramble Studio and their photos. The Professional Bull Riders (PBR) is a company that organizes professional bull riding events. It was originally headquartered in Irvine, California, before moving to Colorado Springs, Colorado, and then to Pueblo, Colorado, and finally to Fort Worth, Texas in 2024. The PBR is now owned by TKO Group Holdings, a merger of Endeavor-owned UFC and professional wrestling company WWE.