🌪️ Tornado Alley North: Two More Twisters Touch Down

Southeastern Manitoba saw two additional tornadoes Wednesday night — just a day after three others were confirmed in the same corridor — marking one of the most volatile storm streaks of the season.

🎡 Students Day at the Summer Fair

Expect calmer weather at the Manitoba Summer Fair today, where students get in for just $10 with school ID. Wayne Lee and DJ Dirty Bird headline tonight inside the Dome Building.

👩‍⚕️ Two New Doctors Coming to Swan River

Prairie Mountain Health says two physicians completing their practice‑ready assessments will begin working in Swan River this fall. Both toured the community in late May, and another prospective Carberry‑area doctor will visit later this month.

🏥 Brandon ICU Opening Delayed to Mid‑June

Equipment delays have pushed back the launch of Brandon’s new critical care centre. The ICU will open with 12 of 16 beds staffed once the transition of patients and staff is complete.

🤝 Local Businesses Boost Samaritan House

Businesses across Brandon are stepping up with donations of food, water, and cash as demand rises. Kelleher Ford will donate $30 per test drive on June 13 — up to $6,000. Essentials can be dropped off at 820 Pacific Avenue.

🏘️ New 20‑Unit Apartment Approved for First & Park

Brandon city council has approved rezoning for a new 20‑unit apartment building at First Street and Park Avenue. Construction could begin this fall after planners confirmed the project fits the neighbourhood and addresses housing needs.

🦆 Duck & Run Fundraiser Lands in Brandon

The Riverbank Discovery Centre will host the Duck & Run event this weekend, supporting Ducks Unlimited Canada’s wetland conservation work. The Oak Hammock Marsh near Winnipeg hosted the event for the past 1o years. Organizers say bringing the event to Brandon will help grow community involvement. Get registration details here.

🚨 Highway Fatalities Up 12.5% This Year

MPI reports 27 highway deaths so far in 2026 — up from 24 at this time last year. Recent fatal crashes in Brandon, Arborg, Garson, and Roblin all occurred within a five‑day span.

🅿️ Digital Parking Coming to Downtown Brandon

Digital street parking is expected to roll out later this year, though council has not yet set a launch date. More details will be released once the implementation plan is finalized.

🇺🇸 Manitoba Meets With U.S. Trade Officials

Manitoba businesses met with American trade representatives for the first time, led by the province’s senior envoy in Washington. The meeting, tied to Manitoba’s CUSMA review, highlighted export strengths and future collaboration opportunities.

🏒 Wheat Kings Add Local Defenceman Josh McGregor

Brandon native Josh McGregor — acquired from the Swift Current Broncos — says he’s fulfilling a childhood dream of joining the Wheat Kings. The 6’3″ defenceman posted 20 points last season and attended rookie camp with the Carolina Hurricanes.

🥅 Manitoba Talent Front and Centre in Stanley Cup Final

Multiple Manitobans on both the Hurricanes and Golden Knights guarantee the Stanley Cup will visit the province this summer. From Mark Stone and Seth Jarvis to GM Kelly McCrimmon, Manitoba’s hockey influence is impossible to miss. Read a full article on Manitobans involved in the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs here.

🐾 Stronger Animal Welfare Laws Now in Effect

Bill 19 has passed, bringing tougher penalties, stronger enforcement, and improved protections for animals across Manitoba.

🐯 Province Invests $5M in New Zoo Animal Health Centre

Manitoba is funding a major rebuild of the Assiniboine Park Zoo’s animal health centre, tripling its size to 20,000 sq. ft. The new facility will include surgical suites, diagnostics, and a public viewing gallery, with completion expected in 2029.