Eileen Clarke: ‘I can’t wait to get started’
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Photo by Tracey Goncalves, Manitoba Government. New MLA and cabinet minister Eileen Clarke (fourth from left), stands with the rest of cabinet following their swearing in ceremony on May 3.
By Kate Jackman-Atkinson
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It’s been an exciting week for new Agassiz MLA Eileen Clarke. Clarke, who served two terms as Gladstone’s mayor, was named Minister of Indigenous and Municipal Relations on May 2 and didn’t waste time getting to know her portfolio’s stakeholders.
Neepawa Natives hire new marketing manager
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Photo by Eoin Devereux. Derek Pearson, owner and operator of Boxe Neepawa, has been hired as the Neepawa Natives' new marketing manager and trainer.
By Eoin Devereux
Neepawa Banner/Neepawa Press
The Neepawa Natives have hired Derek Pearson as the team’s new marketing director. Pearson, who also owns and operates the Boxe Neepawa Combat Sports and Fitness Club, will also serve this coming season as the team’s trainer.
My perspective - Yes, you do count
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By Kate Jackman-Atkinson
Neepawa Banner/Neepawa Press
Every person counts, everyone matters. That message becomes quite literal every five years during the national census. This year, May 10 was census day and the previous week, census questionnaires were delivered to Canadians across the country.
Moving forward in the arts world
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Photo by Ron Nordstrom. Local artists donated pieces for an art auction at the launch of ArtsForward on Friday, May 6.
By Kira Paterson
Neepawa Banner/Neepawa Press
A local not-for-profit organization got a makeover after 40 years with the same look. On Friday, May 6, the Viscount Cultural Centre (VCC) held an event to announce their new name, ArtsForward (AF). The organization’s rebranding was 18 months in the making, following a grant they received to help them regain interest and support from the community.
