With files from City of Brandon Public Notice. The City of Brandon released a statement today that Scott Hildebrand, Brandon City Manager, tendered his notice of resignation effective the end of March of 2017.  Scott has served in his role of City Manager since June of 2011. “The last six years has been an amazing experience for me - from a business perspective, but more so from a people perspective,” Hildebrand said. “The City of Brandon staff are one of the most committed, dedicated, and customer service-focused groups I have ever worked with. Our team truly understands the meaning of our vision statement, ‘Serving and Building Community’, and deserves the respect of this community.” His employment end date is March 28th and he is going to return to the public sector, in British Columbia,  to pursue a career.  Mayor, Rick Crest, and the City of Brandon’s Personnel Committee will first appoint an acting City Manager before the search begins for an official replacement.

Looking for something to do on a Saturday night? How about solving a murder while enjoying a delicious roast beef dinner at the Wild West Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre: Death on the Assiniboine, by 7 Ages Productions. Join a rambunctious cast of comical characters in a Wild West whodunit. While enjoying a delicious roast beef dinner, join the gunslingers and fellow Brandon pioneers to solve a murder mystery. The suspects are spread throughout the room, sitting right at the tables with you. Can you solve the mystery? If you're right you'll win a prize. The interactive evening of dinner and mystery will be held at the Ukrainian Reading Association Hall, as a fundraiser for the the Daly House. Tickets are $45.00 each. The deadline for tickets is February 28th, so call 204-727-1722 today to reserve your tickets! You can also email dalymuseum@wcgwave.ca.   (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});    

On June 3rd, 2017, the Canadian Cancer Society will hold it's annual Westman Relay for Life Fundraiser event at the Keystone Center grounds from 2-11pm. Come on out and show you support for friends and family who have been affected by cancer. There will be LOTS of local businesses and entertainment involved with the event, providing family fun for everyone! Music, children's games, and local vendors galore! The Relay for Life is the flagship fundraiser for the CCS, and needs your help supporting vital, groundbreaking cancer treatment research, support and care programs, and many other assistance efforts. Walk, jog, or run, and show your support! Please register your team at www.relayforlife.ca, or contact Deanna Danielson at the CCS office at 204 571 2800, and start fund-raising with your team today.  

Manitoba-based Flipside Opera, group of young local musicians turned entrepreneurs who are dedicated to growing the diverse music scene in the province, will be hosting a concert event in Brandon on March the 10th. Greeriad, their current production, will take to the stage of the Lorne Watson Recital Hall and will feature Manitoban composer John Greer's music. Taking inspiration from Canadian folk song and prairie poetry, Greer's music is a new twist on well-known stories. You will become part of the action as singers and pianists weave among the audience with story and song. Greeriad, is a nod to the salon concerts popular with composers such as Schubert. John grew up in Manitoba and throughout his music, there was a sense that this music belonged on the prairies. There will be several arrangements of popular Canadian folk tunes, both new and old, performed in ensemble and by soloists. Additionally there will be 2 works featuring piano arrangements for 4 hands. This concert will feature 3 Brandon University Alumni: Laura Loewen, Lisa Rumpel and Judith Oatway. Also on the program are (Minnedosa native) Aaron Hutton, Jessica Kos-Whicher, Elizabeth Hoyt-Surdhar and Matthew Pauls.   (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});     Tickets are $25.00 for general admission and $15.00 for students and artists. They can be purchased, in advance, through their website. Flipside is in their second full season, and working hard to create roles for musicians in the province. This program, Greeriad, will be heard by audiences in Winnipeg, Brandon and Flin Flon during this tour. Friday, March 10, 2017 Start Time: 8pm Lorne Watson Recital Hall, Brandon University 270-18th Street, Brandon  

Big-box Giant, Costco, has announced that they will be raising membership rates for the first time since 2011. Gold Star Membership will increase from $55 to $60 per year; and their Executive Membership will jump from $110 to $120 per year. Costco generates about 72% of its operating income from membership fees. The fee increases will impact around 35 million members, roughly half of them Executive Members. The price increase will affect customers in both Canada and the United States starting June 1, 2017. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});