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Think pickleball is just for retirees? Think again. Ahead of National Pickleball Day, Saskatchewan ambassador Amy Klassen explains why people are rallying behind this fast-growing sport. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Thousands of migratory birds are harvested in Saskatchewan every year by outfitters and hunters. This Saskatoon non-profit is making sure that meat finds its way to people who need it most. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
He can read a defence, escape a pass rush and lead a CFL offence. But before Trevor Harris became a Saskatchewan Roughriders quarterback, he was a kid learning hip hop, jazz and tap from his mom.
For 62 years, the University of Saskatchewan Ballroom Dancing Club has turned hesitant beginners into confident dancers — creating friendships, memories and a community that keeps people coming back. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Saskatchewan Roughriders running back AJ Ouellette is a champion on the football field. But in the offseason, he trades his cleats for wrestling boots, pursuing his passion for professional wrestling. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Think Saskatchewan is just canola fields and grain bins? Think again. Living Sky Sailing School is showing people that adventure doesn't always begin at the coast. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Before Canada blows out the candles, a group of Saskatchewan kids has some suggestions for the birthday party: more flags, more balloons, a bigger cake and a little extra care for the country.
These athletes don’t just swim — they perform underwater choreography while holding their breath, training tirelessly to make the impossible look effortless in the world of artistic swimming. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Diagnosed with autism and once struggling to communicate, Langham's Grayson Bigoraj found confidence, connection and purpose through an unlikely part of 4-H: public speaking. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
What began as a school project for a Grade 8 class has become something much bigger: a hand-painted mural, a lesson in Michif culture and a lasting gift to the city. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Cessa Fern grew up counting the weeks until her dad came home from Cameco’s Cigar Lake mine. Years later, she’s working there too — and seeing those years away in a different light. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
The Lapointe family is flipping the usual theatre script: instead of watching from the audience, the parents and children are onstage together in this Saskatoon Summer Players' performance. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Got a box of “junk” in the garage? It might be a piece of Saskatchewan soccer history. A legacy project is collecting forgotten photos, medals and stories before they’re thrown away. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
A language on the edge of extinction, a teacher who refuses to let it fade and a puppet that suddenly makes children listen. This is how Nakoda is finding its voice again. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Courtney Rohachuk was once told to “harden up” in the male-dominated potash industry. Nineteen years later at Nutrien, she’s helping change what leadership in mining looks like. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Dust will fly, engines will roar and crowds will cheer as Saskatchewan's Triple Town Crown lawn mower racing circuit returns with stops in King George, Demaine and Beechy. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
What do a sketchbook, a crochet hook, a keyboard and a loaf cake have in common? They might all turn up in the Saskatchewan Roughriders' locker room. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Nearly 100 years ago, a Regina mother baked cookies so girls could go camping. Today, Girl Guide cookies remain one of Canada’s sweetest traditions, rooted in a Saskatchewan success story. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Biggar’s $5 million Main Street revitalization project was about more than fresh paint and new sidewalks. It was a community deciding its future was still worth fighting for. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
After losing their daughter Clarke to leukemia, Cassandra and Riley Thiesen turned grief into hope, inspiring more than 100 blood donations and launching a legacy that continues saving lives. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
One month. One province. Nearly 1,600 kilometres on foot. Saskatoon's Megan Wotherspoon is running across Saskatchewan, raising funds and awareness for blood cancer in honour of her late mother. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
A childhood of birthday potato planting still shapes centenarian Ileen Boechler’s outlook on life: stay useful, stay grateful and keep moving forward. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
James Kirkpatrick spends his days sweeping Regina parks for hidden relics, uncovering coins, rings and forgotten stories buried just beneath the surface. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Saskatchewan artist Bhupinder Singh’s water-colour painting of a grain elevator in Fillmore was selected to be sent to Windsor Castle in England, where it will hang in the Royal Library. 980 CJME's Gillian Massie takes us Behind the Headlines.
Munch Café and Catering looks like any other restaurant, but behind the counter is a team of people with disabilities building skills, confidence and careers in a supportive workplace. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Pop’s Old Forge near Marcelin has become a living classroom where 89-year-old Hubert Smith forges iron and keeps a nearly lost trade burning bright. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
From family dinners to difficult goodbyes, foster moms like Deb Davies shape lives in ways that last forever. This Mother’s Day, we celebrate their quiet, powerful impact. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
On Tuesday mornings at Ashworth Holmes Park in Caswell Hill, Saskatoon birders gather for a weekly walk that turns this ordinary park into a place for discovery, community and a closer look at nature. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
As McHappy Day is marked at McDonald’s, the Stewart family from Melville is reflecting on the support they received from Ronald McDonald House during a medical journey far from home. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Think maple syrup only comes from Quebec or Ontario? Think again. In Osler, Josh Wiebe is boiling sap from Manitoba maple trees into delicious syrup right here on the prairies. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
At Tough Tines Taxidermy in rural Saskatchewan, Jolene and Cory Kallis turn harvested animals into lasting memories. From a hunter’s first deer to exotic species, every mount preserves a story. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Saskatoon kids are learning how to think ahead and focus deepy through hands‑on chess workshops that bring the game to life, guided by Arash Abdollahzadeh, a former international competitor from Iran. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Dynasty Ninja is Saskatoon’s ninja gym, where kids and adults train with climbing, swinging and balancing obstacles to improve strength, agility and confidence. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Easter brings more than egg hunts — it brings abandoned pet rabbits. Since 2018, Donna Barth with River Haze Street Rabbit Rescue has rehomed 145 domestic rabbits found on Saskatoon streets. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Once a month at Saskatoon Makerspace, volunteers help community members fix broken household items for free, sharing skills and bringing everything from lamps to coffee makers or clothing back to life. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Sizes 12 and up take centre stage at The Thick n Thrift in downtown Saskatoon. Owner Cierra Giesbrecht is creating a space focused on access, affordability and the joyful experience of shopping. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Saskatoon Pole & Dance Studio is reshaping perceptions, offering women of all backgrounds a place to grow stronger, challenge assumptions and embrace confidence in ways that extend beyond the studio walls. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
From aging equipment to a state-of-the-art expansion, Saskatoon's Great Western Brewing Company was built on risk, resilience and the courage of 16 men who refused to let their brewery fade away. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Since he was a little boy, Cole Blocka's parents taught him that he can do and be anything he wants in life. Even as he navigates hurdles in his pursuit of education, he is holding on to that belief. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Saskatoon students are building glittery, snack-filled leprechaun traps full of creativity, mischief and imagination this St. Patrick’s Day — will they catch one? 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
From Grade 6 band class rebel to Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra soloist, Stephanie Unverricht is ready to take the spotlight, turning an unusual instrument into the star of the show. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
From her kohkum’s kitchen to communities across Saskatchewan, Jasmyn Albert teaches sewing, beading and ceremony, passing down Indigenous traditions through hands-on workshops and storytelling. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet catches up with Albert how she learned from her kokum.
As TeleMiracle 50 approaches, founder Peter Kilburn reflects on 50 years of a Saskatchewan tradition that provides hope, independence and dignity to those in need. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Shane Gross, a Regina-born photographer, has been snapping shots an inland pond in the Bahamas for more than 10 years. He said the photo, which he took in 2019, is featured on the publication's February cover. 980 CJME's Gillian Massie caught up with Gross about how he captured the seahorses on film.
Raised on sitcoms and rez humour, Ryan Moccasin is bringing comedy, cultural truth and lived experience to the University of Saskatchewan as the Indigenous storyteller in residence. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet catches up with Ryan about his new role.
With just a few days left before the end of the Winter Olympics, athletes and coaches with the Regina Speed Skating Club are feeling a rush of inspiration. 980 CJME's Abby Zieverink and Gillian Massie take you Behind the Headlines.
Dr. Alfred Schmitz Shadd was the very first documented Black settler in Saskatchewan. This Black History Month, explore the incredible life story of the Melfort pioneer whose legacy rivals any folk tale with 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet.
The University of Saskatchewan is home to Canada's first and only wrestling program for kids with Down syndrome. Meet the athletes and volunteer coaches redefining inclusion in sport. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
It wasn’t love at first sight, but it was love that lasted. Seven decades later, Dot and Leo Gaboury are still each other’s Valentine. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Regina curler and designer Stephanie Schmidt created Team Canada’s curling jerseys, while Hillberg & Berk created around 2,000 rings for Canada’s Olympic athletes to wear in Italy. 980 CJME's Gillian Massie takes us Behind the Headlines.
The love story between professional hockey players is sparking interest and joy around the province. A queer athlete says the story includes refreshingly positive representation of queer relationships. 980 CJME's Nicole Garn takes us Behind the Headlines.
Milder temperatures, freezing rain and strong winds have caused snow to crust and melt away at the Last Mountain Lake snowmobiling trails – creating “snow drought” conditions that cut into the snowmobiling season. 980 CJME's Gillian Massie catches up with Trevor Moore to talk about the snowmobile season so far.
Guided by city archivist Jeff O’Brien, explore fragile maps, vanished places, handwritten letters and flickering film hiding in Saskatoon’s city archives. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
From the first season of the Prince Albert Raiders to today’s NHL, Carole Ring opened her home to 38 billet players, shaping lives far beyond the rink — one meal, rule and late-night talk at a time. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet catches up with Carole and some former billet players about their memories.
Three minutes in the ring to destroy your opponent, that's all it takes for some of these battle bots to flatten their competitor. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us into the ring with the engineers behind the bots in Behind the Headlines.
Kenaston's Barry Firby has meticulously collected sports cards for more than 70 years, building complete sets with unmatched care. His collection is set to be auctioned off by Classic Auctions. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Nearly a year into Donald Trump’s second term as president, some Saskatchewan travellers are choosing to avoid the United States. 980 CJME's Gillian Massie spoke to a Regina man who cancelled his upcoming trip to Minneapolis after the recent ICE shooting.
Kim Bessette, who grew up near St. Benedict, and his wife, from the Mankota area, run a business built on preserving aerial images of prairie farmyards, many of them taken more than half a century ago. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet talks with the couple about these photographs bring back people's memories.
Business analyst Paul Martin believes the fact Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe will be with Prime Minister Mark Carney for meetings in China is a sign that Canada may be prepared to bend on the electric vehicle tariffs believed to have led to China’s tariffs on Canadian canola.
What others threw away, they tucked into bed. Near Hanley, Brian and Aimee Hunstad transformed unwanted wool into warm duvets, better sleep and a growing Saskatchewan business. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Brendon Hardy took matters into his own hands when the community lost its outdoor rink to highway construction, building a backyard rink for kids to play, skate and enjoy winter together. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Buildings are crumbling and the streets are empty, but for some the spirit of the town is far from gone. Inside the empty halls of CANDU High School, Dean Classen remembers a Uranium City full of life. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Everyone’s past 12 months have been different, but for the province as a whole, it’s been an eventful year. Premier Scott Moe sat down with 980 CJME Senior Reporter Lisa Schick to talk about the year that was.
While most kids bring a wish list when they meet Santa Claus, one five-year-old boy from Saskatoon brought a list of questions. Cassian Dyck, from Saskatoon, grills Jolly Old Saint Nicholas on important questions like what kind of milk he prefers and if his reindeer poop when they fly.
Saskatchewan is facing a shortage of speech language pathologists, leaving services stretched and many students forced to train out of province. 980 CJME's Abby Zieverink brings us Behind the Headlines as a new in-province program offers hope.
Sgt. Ashley McLeod of the Saskatoon Police Service says she’s locked into her career and can’t see herself in another job. The police force has seen a decline in applications in recent years, and in her new role with the recruiting unit, McLeod said she hopes to show others that policing offers a solid career path, even for those who have never considered it before. 650 CKOM's Mia Holowaychuk takes us Behind the Headlines.
Who needs eight reindeer when you have a Twin Otter? This unique Christmas program brings Santa and his helpers to remote Saskatchewan communities like Uranium City, delivering gifts and holiday cheer. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet talks to some children who are excited to meet with Santa.
From thrifted treasures to mindful wrapping, Saskatoon sustainability expert Launne Kolla shares practical, festive tips to reduce waste, spark nostalgia and make the holidays truly magical. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet learns how to make the holiday season more thrifty.
The Saskatchewan legislative building is likely most closely associated with rules and regulations for most people, but among the marble and velvet inside are bursts of colour and creativity from artists across the province. 980 CJME's Lisa Schick talks with Belinda Harrow, consultant with SK Arts, about the collection's impact on staff and visitors.
Inspired by a boyhood memory of his grandparents’ real tree, Geordie McKay built Saskatchewan’s first and largest Christmas tree farm, bringing holiday magic to families across the province. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet talks with Geordie and Rylee McKay about their preparations for this Christmas season.
He’s hunted nearly everywhere a man can roam. So why does Charlie Vaccaro keep hauling himself 1,000 miles north to Saskatchewan? For big bucks, cold mornings and a thrill that never gets old. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
This weekend, Grosvenor Park United Church will be filled with the music and magic of Saskatoon’s all-abilities choir, Kids of Note, as young performers bring Christmas cheer to the stage. 650 CKOM Brittany Caffet catches up with the young singers during one of their rehearsals.
This weekend, Grosvenor Park United Church will be filled with the music and magic of Saskatoon’s all-abilities choir, Kids of Note, as young performers bring Christmas cheer to the stage. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
“Age disappears when you get out on the ice," says Stan Halliwell, co-founder of the Saskatoon 60+ Hockey League. At 91, he still straps on skates twice a week, proving the love of hockey never fades. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us behind the headlines.
Six miles of cords, three million lights and twenty staff. From September onward, Gerald Sorokan and his team work tirelessly to bring a beloved Saskatoon Christmas tradition to life: The BHP Enchanted Forest. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
At 18, Ruth Bond-Martinson joined the war effort, and spent a lifetime proving women could do anything. Now 100, she reflects on her service, the bonds she built and her hopes for future generations. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
This isn’t your average cup of joe. Adults with intellectual disabilities at Light of the Prairies help prepare and deliver LOTP Coffee, filling every bag with pride, joy and purpose. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Saskatoon's Makenna Hiebert dreams of swinging and sliding like her friends. The five-year-old's mom is fundraising to make the playground at St. Anne School wheelchair accessible for Makenna and all kids. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
This Halloween, walk among the city's oldest documented graves in Nutana Cemetery with city archivist Jeff O'Brien. Uncover tragic stories of settlers, lost children and lives cut short on the prairie. 650 CKOM Brittany Caffet talks with O'Brien.
Jade Roberts' bright, bold mural at Saskatoon's Midtown mall celebrates Indigenous culture, storytelling and Saskatchewan’s native plant life — turning an unremarkable wall into a powerful piece of public art. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Just weeks after her dream wedding, Saskatoon's Brenna Gallet was diagnosed with two types of breast cancer. Her story is one of unexpected struggle, unwavering love and incredible strength. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet catches up with Gallet about her story.
This week, Saskatoon’s Debora Barlow is the featured artist at a quilt show hosted by the Saskatoon Quilters’ Guild — a vibrant celebration of fabric, storytelling and artistic tradition. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet catches up with Barlow about the upcoming show this weekend.
Regina Thunder Head Coach Scott MacAuley says he wants to bring a brotherhood on his team that instantly - and that having five sets of brothers who are also players helps. The brothers say the family dynamic brings them together – even when they have a tough game. 980 CJME's Gillian Massie catches up with the brothers before practice.
Hundreds of bikes. A tuba. Regalia. Even human remains. Meet the duo reuniting Saskatoon with its lost stuff — one set of keys, silver locket and sarod at a time. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
From pulling trucks to crushing stereotypes, Saskatoon-based strongwoman competitor Jackie Osczevski is proving that power, femininity and grit go hand in hand — and strength is something every woman can claim. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet catches up with Osczevski after she recently was ranked as the second strongest woman in the world.
Outfitting requires early mornings, careful setups and a bit of luck. Timberlost Outfitting's Devin Beebe knows the birds call the shots, but smart preparation can stack the odds in his favour. 650 CKOM's feature storyteller Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
It was stolen on a frigid Saskatchewan night, but after it was found in an abandoned apartment, it’s finally back on the stage. The story of Michael Raney's tuba is almost too strange to believe. 650 CKOM's feature storyteller Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
What do 'Thunderstruck,' 'Pink Pony Club' and 'Scotland the Brave' all have in common? Saskatoon kids are learning to play each of these tunes on the bagpipes, thanks to the 96th Highlanders. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet brings us the latest in her Saskatchewan Stories.
K9 Gustav, one of Saskatchewan’s few active water rescue dogs, has been a key part of Amphibious Response Support Unit One (ARSU1), a non-profit organization that helps police and fire, for the past four years. 980 CJME's Gillian Massie talks with Gustav's handler and director of the unit, John Maczko, about the water dog's contribution to the team.
For those unseen voices on the other end of the line when someone calls 911, staying calm in the chaos and guiding people through the worst moments of their lives is not just a job. It's a calling. 980 CJME's Abby Zieverink takes us Behind the Headlines.
Genevieve Lacelle is only nine, but her poems are already brightening lives — and selling out fast. This young girl is bringing joy to her local flower market, one handwritten verse at a time. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
A father-son duo is keeping an iconic floatplane soaring over the wilds of northern Saskatchewan. CKOM's Brittany Caffet talks to Robert Pacey Sr. and Robert Pacey Jr. about their story, which is about more than flying — it’s about family, grit and a legacy that refuses to land.
‘Survivor’ was an entertainment “family staple” in Jake Latimer’s home while he was growing up in Regina. But instead of watching the reality television series on CBS this season, Latimer will be a contestant. 980 CJME's Gillian Massie takes us Behind the Headlines.
The West Coast Trail in British Columbia is a 75 kilometre Canadian backpacking trail on Vancouver Island that can be challenging for experienced hikers. 980 CJME's Gillian Massie tells us that 11-year-old Xavier Cameron could be one of the first kids with Down syndrome to complete the trail.
One school room in Saskatoon is sprinkled with a layer of pixie dust. Well, maybe not actually, but educator Emma Tink always looks forward to seeing the spark of magic in her students' eyes every September. Our Brittany Caffet tells us how Tink takes a room full of strangers and turns them into a team.
Saskatoon artist Mal Cloke has a simple idea; she wants to create a colouring book that anyone can contribute to, with all proceeds going to a local grassroots organization. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet tells us how you can get involved.
The owner of Dessart Sweets Ice Cream & Candy Store, Shelley Patterson, in Regina is just one Saskatchewan business that’s cashing in on the sugary drinks that have gained popularity from social media and reality television show ‘The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.’ CJME'S Gillian Massie looks into why this sweet treat is gaining popularity.
Dirty sodas originated in Utah, around Mormonism, where people don’t drink tea, coffee or alcohol – but do drink pop. Now, our 980 CJME reporter Gillian Massie tells us the drink is popping up in Saskatchewan, and businesses are capitalizing on the fad.
Nestled in Manitou Beach, Camp Easter Seal is Saskatchewan’s only fully accessible camp. It offers a summer experience campers say is better than Christmas and Disneyland — a place where barriers don't exist. CKOM's Brittany Caffet talks with the camp's managers and one camper about their experiences.
Dryden Parchewsky will compete in the Junior Pan American Games in Paraguay – the biggest competition for young weightlifters across North and South America. Our 650 CKOM Shane Clausing tells us Parchewsky has come a long way since starting the sport eight years ago.
In the summer of 1985, two Saskatchewan boys saw what they called the Turtle Lake Monster. Brittany Caffet of 650 CKOM talks with those same boys 40 years later about the memories of what they saw and what might still be out there.
At just 11 years old, Harley Lorenz is already making waves in the worlds of wrestling and Jiu Jitsu — sports known for their intensity, focus and discipline. But 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet tells us Lorenz’s journey to the mat has been unlike anyone else’s.
A handmade crocheted doll with a medical port is helping five-year-old Ivy feel seen and accepted, giving her the confidence and hope to embrace her unique journey with a rare autoimmune disease. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Long before staff sergeant Terry Laverty picked up his Saskatoon police badge, he picked up a pencil. 650 CKOM's Mia Holowaychuk takes us Behind the Headlines as we learn more about the role of a police sketch artist.
Saskatoon’s Maïa Schwinghammer will represent Canada in the moguls event at the 2026 Olympics. She’ll become just the third skier from Saskatchewan to represent the province on the world’s biggest stage, joining Jim Hunter (alpine skiing, 1972 and 1976) and Andi Naude (moguls, 2018). 650 CKOM's Shane Clausing takes us Behind the Headlines.
Bubble wrap, brooms, and baseboards — the unlikely materials behind 40 years of Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan costumes. Saskatoon’s theatrical history lives on in this basement vault. Step inside as 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
With summer at its peak, Kristen Raney’s flower farm near Clavet overflows with vibrant cosmos, zinnias and sunflowers. Her days are a joyful blur of harvests, markets, bouquets and tiny helping hands.
Kesley Bone and Scot Pominville got married on Mount Kilimanjaro in early July after a six-day hike to the 19,300-foot summit of the highest mountain in Africa. 980 CJME's Gillian Massie takes us Behind the Headlines.
Who is Banksy? Why did he shred a million-dollar painting on purpose? And why is his rebellious street art now filling downtown Saskatoon? 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
The path is steep and uneven. You have to watch your footing. You have to take your time. Each descent is a journey into the past — toward a 436-square-foot dugout carved into the earth more than a century ago by Doukhobor settlers who fled persecution in Russia in search of peace on the Canadian prairie. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Step into the wild, weird and wonderful world of Saskatchewan wrestling. From suplexes to storylines, Prairie Pro delivers a family-friendly spectacle that packs a punch — and keeps fans coming back. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Sunshine Service Dogs trains psychiatric service dogs at no cost, breaking down financial barriers and offering life-changing support to people living with PTSD, anxiety, depression and more. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
How do you put a dollar value on joy? At Manitou Beach, for one weekend each summer, that question drifts through the air alongside the sounds of guitar chords, laughter and juggling balls whooshing through the air. It’s the soundtrack of the Manitou Beach Busking Festival — a weekend where music and movement spill into the streets, and everyone finds their rhythm. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet set out to find that answer.
Heading into the 2024-25 season, Saskatoon’s Roger McQueen ranked as a top-five pick – others had him going as high as third overall – some even slotted him first overall. 650 CKOM's Shane Clausing caught up with the athlete ahead of the 2025 NHL Draft in Los Angeles.
Whether it’s syrup, socks or celebratory quesadillas, these little habits keep the Riders connected to their routines, their families and the game they love. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines as she explores the team's gameday rituals and superstitions.
Murray Hannigan owns and operates Hannigan Honey in Shellbrook, a business that was started by his father Albert in the 1940s. This Father's Day, he is reflecting on the lessons, legacy and lifelong passion that shaped their family and their honey.
Reporter Gillian Masse shares stories from evacuees and front-line workers impacted by the 2025 wildfire season in Saskatchewan.
Saskatoon quilter Ashleigh Hemsley transforms once-forgotten quilts into stunning, wearable jackets — breathing new life into cherished heirlooms, one thoughtful stitch at a time. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Prairie Sky Recovery Centre in Liepzig, Saskatchewan is a beacon of hope for families in crisis. Explore the inspiring story of this addiction recovery centre’s heartfelt approach with 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet.
Ralph Goodale, high Commissioner for Canada in the United Kingdom, joined the Greg Morgan Morning Show to discuss the visit to Canada by King Charles and Queen Camilla, and the upcoming throne speech.
Prairie Fire Alpacas, run by Karen Pashovitz, isn't your typical farm. It’s a fuzzy, friendly haven where alpacas steal the show and visitors leave with armfuls of buttery-soft fibre goods. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Near Wynyard, there’s a pottery store like no other. No cash register, no staff — just trust. Discover how this honour-system roadside shop became a must-visit destination for global travellers on Behind the Headlines with 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet.
The sound of fire trucks roaring past Gloria Jlassi's Regina home has become more common over the past several years. Jlassi lives in North Central, and house fires in what she described as abandoned or unused homes and garages are becoming a growing issue around her house. 980 CJME's Abby Zieverink takes us Behind the Headlines.
For 25 years, Chris Relitz dedicated his life to helping others as a registered nurse, spending most of that time in high-pressure environments like intensive care units and psychiatry wards. But today he’s known for something completely different: painting with coffee. 650 CKOM's Alex Brown takes us Behind the Headlines.
Cathy White Ferland watched her son, Logan, fight for life as a premature baby in the Saskatoon NICU. Today, he’s a powerhouse offensive lineman for the Saskatchewan Roughriders, defying all odds. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Lexi Curren is just like most 11-year-olds in Saskatchewan. She loves spending time with her friends, playing hockey and visiting her grandparents’ farm any chance she gets. But unlike other kids her age, she spends her free time raising money to help find a cure for breast cancer. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
In the span of just over a month, an “invention” by the New York Yankees has become the one of the hottest trends in all baseball. 650 CKOM's Shane Clausing takes a look at the torpedo bat trend, and whether the bats will make an impact on baseball in Saskatchewan.
Local children’s book author Amber Antymniuk spent weeks working with a Grade 1 and 2 class, guiding them through the full process of writing and illustrating their own books. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet spent some time with Antymniuk and the young students about the exciting journey to becoming authors.
Saskatchewan wasn’t always a wall of blue in federal election maps. The province has long been considered one of the most reliably conservative provinces in Canada, but its political identity has shifted dramatically over the last century. 650 CKOM's Alex Brown takes us Behind the Headlines.
In the third chapter of Klara Belkin’s extraordinary journey, we follow her out of the ashes of war and through the struggle of rebuilding her life in a world forever altered.
After surviving the horrors of Bergen-Belsen and the upheaval of post-war Hungary, Klara’s path led to a daring escape — a journey that would take her from Budapest to Vienna, and ultimately to Canada.
Her life would flourish in ways she never could have imagined — becoming a celebrated cellist, a professor and a mother.
But despite the years of success and happiness, Klara hasn't forgotten the past that shaped her.
Klara’s story is not just one of survival; it’s a story of remembrance and resilience, a call to ensure that we never forget the lessons of history.
On the 80th anniversary of Bergen-Belsen's liberation, we continue the extraordinary tale of Klara Belkin's life.
At just 15 years old, Klara’s world was shaken and irrevocably changed by the horrors of the Holocaust.
She arrived at the Nazi concentration camp of Bergen-Belsen, where she would endure five months of unimaginable suffering. But unlike so many others, Klara survived.
In part two, the 95-year-old recounts the brutal reality of life in the camp — the overcrowding, the starvation and the constant proximity to death.
She also reflects on the quiet moments of humanity that offered brief glimpses of hope, even amidst the horror.
Klara's story within the camp is a testament to the power of survival and a reminder that even in the darkest times, the human spirit can endure.
Most of us are familiar with the story of Anne Frank: a young Jewish girl who, along with her family, hid from the Nazis in Amsterdam during World War II.
After two years of hiding, they were betrayed. Anne was eventually sent to the concentration camp of Bergen-Belsen in northern Germany.
While Anne Frank was in one section of the Nazi camp, Klara Belkin was in another.
Klara and Anne were alike in many ways. They were both 15 years old when they arrived in Bergen-Belsen, both were born into Jewish families and both had their lives upended by the horrors of the Holocaust.
Yet, there was one major difference: Anne Frank died in Bergen-Belsen in 1945, just weeks before the camp was liberated. Klara, on the other hand, survived.
Today, Klara Belkin lives in Saskatchewan. She sat down with 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet to share her remarkable journey in her own words.
In episode one of this three-part series, Holocaust survivor Klara Belkin, 95, recalls her childhood in war-torn Hungary and the harrowing journey to Bergen-Belsen, a notorious Nazi concentration camp.
Most of us know the name Anne Frank. Her diary offered the world a powerful, personal lens into the Holocaust -- the fears, hopes and heartbreak of a young Jewish girl hiding from the Nazis in Amsterdam.
But Anne Frank's story ended in tragedy. In 1945, just weeks before Bergen-Belsen concentration camp was liberated, Anne died there.
In another part of that same camp, a girl named Klara Belkin was also imprisoned. Klara survived, and today lives in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
Now, 80 years after the liberation of Bergen-Belsen, reporter Brittany Caffet is sharing Klara's remarkable journey. A story of survival, resilience, and reflection in a powerful new radio series.
The Remarkable Klara Belkin, a three-part series, airs April 14, 15, and 16 on 650 CKOM and 980 CJME.
Derek Dery and his wife Tricia are extending their family’s traditions beyond the kitchen table and onto grocery store shelves around the country. 650 CKOM’s Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
For more than half a century, the Sid Buckwold Bridge has served as a vital artery through the heart of Saskatoon, connecting communities and shaping the city’s growth. But beyond the steady hum of traffic, the bridge holds a rich history of bold visions, political battles, and engineering feats that changed the landscape of Saskatoon. 650 CKOM's Alex Brown takes us Behind the Headlines.
March 21 is World Down Syndrome Day. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet sat down with three sets of siblings. Their connections are built on the same foundation of laughter, playful competition and love as most typical sibling dynamics. The only difference? Their brothers happen to have an extra chromosome.
On the ice, University of Saskatchewan Huskies forward Dawson Holt is in the midst of a career season. The 26-year-old fourth-year centre has tallied 47 points in 38 games this year, putting him second in the team’s standings. This year, Holt was accepted into the University of Saskatchewan’s College of Medicine, which is something he said he’s always had a keen interest in. 650 CKOM's Shane Clausing takes us Behind the Headlines.
In Saskatchewan, a group of dedicated oncology nurses have stepped up to address this overlooked aspect of cancer treatment by creating the Prairie Cancer Fertility Preservation (PCFP) fund.
Formed in 2022, PCFP is a nonprofit organization that helps cancer patients afford sperm and egg freezing, which are not covered under the province’s healthcare system.
Kids in Regina have the chance to lace up their skates and play one of Canada's national sports, without the usual financial barriers. This year, a record-breaking 476 kids are lacing up their skates for the Ehrlo Sport Venture’s Outdoor Hockey League. The league, which is in its 32nd year, is completely free – from registration to equipment – for kids aged six to 16. 980 CJME's Abby Zieverink takes us Behind the Headlines.
Dena Akre is the kind of person who knows how to build a home.
She’s meticulous in every detail, from selecting the right fixtures to handpicking furniture that complements the style of each room. She has an eye for creating spaces that feel both functional and beautiful.
But here’s a catch — while she might sound like a skilled architect or interior designer, the homes she builds are a little smaller than the ones you’re used to. In fact, you'd have to be about five inches tall to live in one of them.
When you walk into the Queen City Pharmacy, the quiet hum of conversation fills the space where people gather and visit while drinking coffee and eating snacks. At the centre of it all is the woman everyone calls Kokum. 980 CJME's Abby Zieverink takes us Behind the Headlines.
Zimmer is like any other mom in Saskatchewan, she loves spending time with her kids, juggles her job and maintaining a household, while still trying to find a moment for herself. But two years ago, she was handed a 15 per cent chance of surviving for another five years. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet sat down with Zimmer who was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer.
One year ago, Mike McEwen and Team Saskatchewan left the Brier at the Brandt Centre in Regina heartbroken, but they're back on the ice at this year's Brier in Kelowna, and looking for a big win. 650 CKOM's Shane Clausing takes us Behind the Headlines.
Kristen Raney owns and operates Shifting Blooms, a farm that produces flowers instead of the traditional crops like wheat or canola that dominate the Saskatchewan landscape. During the warmer months, her garden bursts with vibrant colours and the sweet fragrance of the blooms that stretch as far as the eye can see. But her work for the year begins as early as Christmas Day. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us behind the headlines.
For most new parents, the excitement of bundling their brand-new baby up for the first time — strapping them into the car seat, ready to head home — is one of life’s most joyful moments. But for some families, the journey home is not as straightforward. Parents with a child in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit often walk out of the hospital doors for the first time without their baby in their arms. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines with a look at the No Baby Unhugged program.
Ehr has been quilting since 1995, creating more than 100 quilts for family members and friends through the years. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet sat down with the artist who does all her quilting by hand.
Relationships used to start by locking eyes at the sock hop, now it’s all about swiping right or left. This Valentine’s Day, Veronica Slade, the creator of Queen City Connect, is encouraging people to skip the swipe and try her speed dating events in Regina and Saskatoon. 650 CKOM's Mia Holowaychuk takes us Behind the Headlines.
Six years ago, Meredith Rhinas was lying in a hospital bed, recovering from open-heart surgery after her condition had deteriorated to the point of heart failure. Now, as she looks at the life she's built, she said it's hard to believe she once feared she wouldn’t survive to raise her children. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Saskatoon’s Nancy Martin is set to lead Saskatchewan at the 2025 Scotties Tournament of Hearts in Thunder Bay, Ont. 650 CKOM's Shane Clausing takes us Behind the Headlines.
A crowd of nearly 800 gathered at Saskatoon's Prairieland Park last week, ready to partake in a beloved tradition that’s as fiercely contested as it is fun. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines with a look at the King of Kovbasa competition.
Meletta Goossen's lifelong passion for taking care of others inspired her to build Mel Rose Bakery.
Local bars and breweries often notice a dip in customers during the first month of the year, due to the rise of the “dry January” challenge, but one Saskatchewan brewery is embracing non-alcoholic offerings. 650 CKOM's Alex Brown takes us Behind the Headlines.
As Kelly McCrea battles cancer, his friends made his wish to see the Canadiens in Montréal come true. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Queen City Pinball was created by a group of pinball wizards who wanted to see more games played. The group held its first tournament in Rebellion Brewing in 2017.
As a kid, Logan Ferland watched Rider players visit his school. Now, he’s the one inspiring students.
Retag and Renad Ahmed have only been in Canada for a few years, but have already fallen in love with a national pastime – curling. 980 CJME's Britton Gray met with the twin sisters to talk about what the winter sport means to them.
Alanna Whippler is the adoption lead with the Regina Cat Rescue, a non-profit volunteer-based organization that helps cats and kittens. 980 CJME's Nicole Garn sat down with Whippler to discuss the challenges facing the rescue during the winter months.
Crystal Greenwood, owner of Okami Martial Arts, says her experience with martial arts has helped her build her own confidence, and she now passes those lessons along to her students. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Saskatoon’s Zach Hawley is continuing his climb in North America’s basketball prospect rankings. The six-foot, 17-year-old point guard out of Walter Murray Collegiate is having yet another special season as a member of the Marauders. 650 CKOM's Shane Clausing tells us more in this week's Sask. Spotlight feature.
Luthier David Freeman runs a licensed private vocational school in the tiny village of Tugaske.
Natalia Slipak, the wildlife clinic’s bat specialist says the artificial torpor program has been a game changer. 980 CJME's Gillian Massie spoke with the bat expert on how it helps rehibilitate the creatures.
Scott Moe looks back at the busy year, with the provincial election as a major highlight. He also looks forward and ensures to build on the promises made in the Throne Speech. 980 CJME's senior reporter Lisa Schick catches up with Moe as he looks back and ahead to the new year.
Senior reporter Lisa Schick sat down with Sask. NDP Leader Carla Beck in her office to take a look back at 2024 and look ahead to 2025.
Regina Police Chief Farooq Sheikh had never visited the Queen City before starting the position last December.
While he's lived and worked throughout the world, from London to Calgary, he's noticed a sense of community spirit in Regina unlike anywhere else. He also notes how convenient it is to get from one side of the city to another within 20 minutes.
Reporter Daniel Reech spoke with Sheikh to recap the past year and look ahead to 2025.
The festive season in Victorian-era Saskatchewan may have looked different from the modern-day celebrations. But it was no less magical, marked by a blend of old-world traditions and the pioneering spirit. 650 CKOM's Alex Brown looks back at the days of Christmas past in this feature.
Jules Epalley always had a passion for singing and cooking. Earlier this year, he found a way to merge the two. Epalley founded Africa Jazz Lounge on Albert Street in February. Epalley described it as a family-friendly restaurant showcasing African cuisine and jazz music. 980 CJME's Daniel Reech takes us Behind the Headlines.
Looking to help with a growing problem, more Regina Public Library (RPL) branches have been added to distribution for Regina Education and Action on Community Hunger’s (REACH) Good Food Boxes. 980 CJME's Lisa Schick spoke with members from RPL and REACH about the library food box program.
Nutrien, which operates six Sask. potash mines, is celebrating 65 years in the province.
A six-part docuseries currently in production follows Ryan Straschnitzki as he works toward his goal of making Canada’s Paralympic basketball team. Regina-based Prairie Cat Productions is putting the series together, with director and co-producer Lucas Frison at the helm. Frison joined 650 CKOM's Alex Brown on Talk Shots to tell us more about the project, and his personal connection to the tragic bus crash in 2018.
Carol Kadash and Bill Stovert have sent each other the same two Christmas cards for almost 60 years.
After looking up to Clark Griswold for years, Trevor Allen’s light display now has more than twice as many bulbs as the home featured in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. 980 CJME's Gillian Massie takes us Behind the Headlines, to meet some of Regina's Christmas fanatics.
Nich Fraser of Transitions Estate Services uncovers hidden treasures through estate sales.
Shirley Reiter uses a generations-old recipe to make her famous butter tarts every Christmas. Recipes included.
As the holiday season approaches, Terry Craig’s passion for letters captures the spirit of giving and connection we treasure at this time of year — one heartfelt note at a time. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Prairie Lily Knitting is more than just a yarn shop. The store in Saskatoon, filled with colourful yarn and the soft, rhythmic sound of needles clicking away, is a gathering place where creativity thrives and the simple joy of crafting is celebrated. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Saskatoon weightlifter Etta Love recently broke a youth weightlifting world record in Leon, Spain and now will be hoping to break a couple more at the world championships in Bahrain this December. 650 CKOM's Shane Clausing spoke with the young athlete about her success.
Celebrated artist Glen Scrimshaw is giving back to the community through a knitting group. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
As you walk through the halls of Saskatoon's Jim Pattison Children's Hospital, you're met with many sounds that define the hospital experience. The rhythmic beeping of monitors, soft clatter of medication and food trays being wheeled from room to room, and resonant echoes of the paging system create a familiar soundtrack for anyone who has spent time within these walls.
In a bustling corner of the Saskatchewan Health Authority's immunization clinic at the Gordie Howe Event Centre, a gentle presence is working wonders for those facing the stress of vaccinations. Since becoming a certified therapy dog in 2019, Dibs has brought comfort and joy to countless people around the province.
As Saskatchewan's provincial election approaches, the atmosphere is electric — much like the lead-up to a big game. In the world of politics, just as in sports, candidates prepare meticulously, strategizing and rallying support. Many also turn to rituals and superstitions to tip the scales in their favour. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines to explore some of the traditions and superstitions involved in election campaigns.
A provincial election means pamphlets filling mailboxes and hopeful candidates knocking on doors while vying for the votes of Saskatchewan residents. In urban centers, covering an entire neighborhood can be fairly straightforward, but running in a rural area poses a unique set of challenges for candidates. 650 CKOM's Mia Holowaychuk takes us Behind the Headlines with two candidates running in rural Saskatchewan.
Saskatchewan Party Leader Scott Moe and NDP Leader Carla Beck faced off in their first and only debate in the lead up to the provincial election. Leaders of Sask. Party, NDP face off in live election debate
Despite his size, Lafreniere is a force to be reckoned with. In his first season starting with the team, the 17-year-old is averaging 244 yards on the ground in just four games – resulting in just under 1,000 yards total on the season. 650 CKOM's Shane Clausing spoke with the young athlete and his coach about his accomplishments on the field.
For Saskatoon’s Roger McQueen, the most important season of his young and promising hockey career couldn’t have had a better start. The 18-year-old Brandon Wheat Kings centre leads the Western Hockey League in goals, with six, and points, with nine, through the first couple games of the season. 650 CKOM's Shane Clausing reports.
Down in the hot potash mine near Rocanville is where you'll find our 980 CJME reporters Gillian Massie and Nicole Garn. They explain what it's like one kilometer below the earth in a potash mine.
Everyone who tells Sherri Hrycay they 'aren't really a hat person' is met with the same response: a sigh, a roll of the eyes, and a playful challenge to reconsider. "I've got one picked out for you already!" she says with a smile. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
When Tyler Dies goes to work each day, he steps into a workshop where the air is thick with the heat of a blazing forge. “When you realize what metal is capable of doing at your will if you add some heat and pressure… it’s amazing,” the blacksmith said, gazing proudly at a table full of his wares. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
If you've ever wanted to take in classical art of Roman charioteers and Greek gods, you don't have to spend thousands of dollars flying to Europe and touring the Pantheon. In fact, you can immerse yourself in the ancient world right here in your own backyard at the University of Saskatchewan’s Museum of Antiquities. 650 CKOM's Alex Brown takes us Behind the Headlines, and into the past.
When the average person sees a lace gown or tablecloth, they might marvel at its intricate patterns and delicate craftsmanship. Saskatoon’s Ulla Nielsen approaches a piece of lace with a different perspective — she examines it closely, searching for imperfections. Nielsen is one of less than a dozen artisans in Saskatchewan preserving the delicate art of bobbin lace. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
It’s a dream come true for three 13-year-old Saskatchewan soccer players. Ranson Jordens, Ethan Thiedig and Lexington Roy have all been invited to Spain’s prestigious Real Madrid Academy (Real Madrid Club de Fútbol). 980 CJME's Nicole Garn takes us Behind the Headlines.
School halls are filled with excitement and nervousness as students slip into their desks this fall.
This year, the locker-lined hallways at Roland Michener Elementary School are new for Miss Samara Lishchynsky. It's her first year teaching, she's in the grades one and two classroom.
WARMAN, Sask. — In the average laundry room you'll find mismatched socks, a stash of half-used detergent bottles and a collection of spare change pulled from pockets.
But in the laundry room of April Dyck's Warman home, you'll find a hidden door that leads to a secret speakeasy.
Ask many people from Allan what it’s like living in the small town about 35 minutes southeast of Saskatoon, and they’ll tell you they love it there. Most residents know each other – they socialize together and help one another. The town is generally quiet and peaceful. But a roaming pack of aggressive dogs now prevents kids from freely riding their bikes, seniors from taking their daily strolls, and pet owners from simply taking their dogs out for a walk. 650 CKOM's Lara Fominoff takes us Behind the Headlines.
650 CKOM went to both sides of the aisle to seek advice and survival tips for the upcoming elected officials ahead of the 2024 provincial election. Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Christine Calderbank feels like she is living out a scene from the ‘The Wizard of Oz.’ The roof of her historic barn was blown off in a wild wind storm on Wednesday evening at her farm 95 kilometres south of Regina, near Pangman. 980 CJME's Gillian Massie takes us Behind the Headlines.
For Josef Buttigieg, running a mixed-operation farm is a balancing act. The owner of Fenek Farms, located 25 kilometres north of Regina, is responsible for getting the crop in the bin, extracting honey from his beehives, and keeping all the animals fed and watered. 980 CJME's Gillian Massie takes us Behind the Headlines.
Bernadette Leslie has had one job in her adult life: preserving the history of the community she loves. Leslie is the manager of the Fred Light Museum in Battleford, Sask. As she prepares to retire, she is reflecting on her 45-year career preserving the region’s history. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Retired University of Regina journalism instructor and filmmaker Layton Burton vividly remembers visiting his father in the hospital during his final days in 1993. A deathbed confession helped him learn his father's secret. 650 CKOM's Alex Brown takes us Behind the Headlines.
"I didn't want him just to be another queer guy who hid his whole life, and didn't get to live who he was,” said Layton Burns after his father left him with the words ‘I'm not who you think I am,’ before his death.
While Lenny Dumont is proud to bear a name that holds great meaning for many in the Métis community, he says learning to accept and celebrate his ancestry has been a life-long challenge. He turned to a beloved Métis instrument to help him on his quest to fit in — the fiddle. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet takes us Behind the Headlines.
Saskatoon native Dan Clapson, a food and travel writer now based in Calgary, was in Paris for the kick-off to the games and toured Canada Olympic House.
Margo Erlam has sacrificed a lot in order to get to her first Olympic Games. The 22-year-old from Calgary will compete in the three-metre diving event on Wednesday in Paris, facing off against the world’s best. 650 CKOM's Shane Clausing takes us Behind the Headlines.
At the age of 31, Michelle Harrison is finally going to get a chance to represent Canada at the Olympic Games. Harrison will be competing in the 100-metre hurdles, which begins on Wednesday at the Paris Olympics. 650 CKOM's Shane Clausing takes us Behind the Headlines.
At 100 years old, Maria Trebuss says that if she could go back in time, she wouldn’t change a thing. 980 CJME's Gillian Massie takes us Behind the Headlines.
The Olympic Games in Paris could be the first of many for Savannah Sutherland. The 20-year-old from Borden, Sask. is making her Olympic debut in track and field, where she’ll compete in the 400-metre hurdles and the 4x400-metre relay race. 650 CKOM's Shane Clausing reports.
For Saskatoon diving coach Mary Carroll, the Paris Olympics will be a very special event. While Mary is there as a coach, her 21-year-old daughter Sydney will be serving as an alternate for Canada's artistic swimming team. 650 CKOM's Shane Clausing reports.
Saskatoon’s Blake Tierney is about to live out his Olympic dream in Paris. The 22-year-old swimmer qualified for the Paris Games at the Olympic trials in Toronto this past May. He’ll make his Olympic debut this weekend, representing Canada in the 100- and 200-metre backstroke events. 650 CKOM's Shane Clausing reports.
Dressed in red serge, two boys salute the cadets that march past at the RCMP Sunset Ceremony. It is the conclusion to the day where 10-year-old Ben and 11-year-old Logan both took over as commanding officers at RCMP Depot division in Regina. 980 CJME's Gillian Massie reports.
100 years ago in 1924, Saskatchewan was booming.
It had the third-largest population amongst the provinces, farms were becoming mechanized and airplanes started to appear in our skies.
And the prohibition on alcohol in the province was voted down.
The Allen Sapp Gallery has recently been nominated for provincial heritage property designation, an honour reserved for places connected to some of the most significant stories from Saskatchewan's past. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet reports.
Leading a group of people between graves, Kenton Dejong shows tourists the moss-covered headstones marking the burial sites of the Regina cyclone’s victims. 980 CJME's Gillian Massie reports.
When Victoria Primrose was a little girl she never dreamed of being a princess or a pop star — she dreamed of being a rancher. She now runs a ranch by Outlook, raising a special breed of speckle park cows exclusive to Saskatchewan. Mia Holowaychuk reports.
Alison Fox decided to combine her love of helping animals with the joy she gets from engaging with residents at Sherbrooke Community Centre by introducing a foster cat program right inside the long-term care home. 650 CKOM's Alex Brown reports.
Jane Shury makes the drive to the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum five days a week. Shury, who turns 90 next month, has dedicated nearly half of her life to ensuring Saskatchewan's incredible baseball history is never forgotten. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet reports.
Pride Month is often filled with over-the-top celebrations of identity, complete with parades, parties, and endless rainbow merchandise. But Aleksi Anseth, a Saskatchewan artist, has been quietly celebrating her queer Métis identity through creating mixed media landscapes. 650 CKOM's Alex Brown reports.
Hope Van Vliet, 22, takes great pride in being the second member of her family involved in sharing the history of Government House with the public, and her grandmother is thrilled to have a descendant picking up where she left off. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet reports.
Driving down a quiet residential street in Saskatoon, the last thing you'd expect to see is a time machine.
But that's exactly what you'll find on Quance Avenue in Greystone Heights, where a life-size TARDIS -- a fictional hybrid of a time machine and spacecraft that appears in the British science fiction television series 'Doctor Who' -- sits proudly on Benjamin Reeves' front lawn. CKOM's Brittany Caffet reports.
Ed Beaton's family is in France to mark the 80th anniversary of the crash he narrowly survived.
Imagine floating in a tank of water effortlessly without any distractions, minimal senses, and being put into a full state of relaxation. Mia Holowaychuk explores float therapy in the latest edition of Behind the Headlines.
Later this week, a group of Saskatoon singers will step onto one of the most prestigious stages in the world. Brittany Caffet reports.
Meghan Badun, an occupational therapist and clinical director at AIM Saskatoon, said when thinking about senses, people often refer to sight, hearing, taste, touch, and smell. But three more senses are used therapeutically.
“One is the vestibular sense, (like) spinning or moving, one is proprioceptive where your body is in space, and one is interoceptive, so what does your body feel like inside,” Badun explained.
Today, learners at the Saskatoon-based nonprofit for children and young adults with Down syndrome have access to a tailor-made sensory room to explore these sensations.
What’s better than the great outdoors, giant puppets, and original, ‘90s-themed tunes? Sum Theatre is kicking off its 12th season of Theatre In The Park this week. Each summer, the theatre company takes a 45-minute musical on a tour of the parks and backyards of Saskatchewan. CKOM's Alex Brown has the details.
In the lead up to Mother’s Day, 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet spent a quiet evening with her grandma, Darlene Bruneau, reflecting on what life was like for her mom as she raised children years ago.
For many people, cannabis offers the relief they need to get a good night’s sleep, calm anxiety or relieve pain. But an increase in roadside testing in Saskatchewan has left many questioning how to consume the substance without picking up a licence suspension the following day. Alex Brown reports.
For the first time since the 2005-’06 season, the Moose Jaw Warriors will have a chance to play for the Ed Chynoweth Cup.
Lynden Lakovic scored the overtime winner for the second straight game, finding the back of the net just 36 seconds into the extra frame to win the Eastern Conference Championship series for the Warriors with a 3-2 victory.
650 CKOM's Shane Clausing has the details.
Melanie and Kevin Boldt built Pine View Farms, a farm-to-fork all natural meat business that has flourished in Saskatchewan for more than a quarter century.
On Tuesday, they will officially close its doors.
Our Brittany Caffet spoke with the couple as they prepared to say goodbye to the business they've owned and operated for decades.
Regina's Nik Goncin is heading back to the Paralympic Games. The co-captain of the Canadian men's wheelchair basketball team helped the Red and White qualify for the Games in Paris. 980 CJME's Britton Gray spoke with Goncin and has his story.
More than a year and a half had gone by since Taron Ham last sat behind the wheel of a tractor. But an agricultural mobility lift was installed in Ham's truck in February, giving the young farmer a new lease on life. CKOM's Brittany Caffet reports.
Baseball fans in Saskatoon will likely grow accustomed to hearing the name Payton McHarg this summer.
The Saskatoon-born player is competing in college baseball for Washburn University in Topeka, Kan.. Washburn is a Division II college in the NCAA, and McHarg is among the home run leaders in the United States. In his first season with Washburn – his third playing college baseball – McHarg has already hit 18 home runs and has 50 RBIs, and boasts a .359 batting average. He caught up with CKOM's Shane Clausing.
Zakk Grant is recovering in an Edmonton hospital after he was badly burned in an apartment fire in Saskatoon on April 7. 650 CKOM's Brittany Caffet speaks to Grant's family about his recovery and the friends who have reached out to wish Grant well.
Brooke Breti used to be outgoing, enthusiastic and not really scared of anything, but all that has changed after an incident more than a year ago with the Grade 6 class she taught.
Breti’s been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder, but that’s not her only fight. She also has been denied long-term disability twice by a committee under the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation. CJME's Lisa Schick reports.
It should have been the best phone call of Megan Crawley's life. After weeks of searching for a living liver donor for her daughter, she learned her aunt was a perfect match. The news should have been cause for celebration, but it felt like a punch to the gut.
Hours earlier Crawley discovered that due to complications, her baby was no longer eligible for a living donor transplant. Seven-month-old Emma will instead need organs from a deceased child donor. CKOM's Brittany Caffet reports.
Anytime a livestock producer puts their herds out to pasture for the summer, they can expect to lose a few.
But some producers in the Kamsack area, near the Manitoba border, are seeing losses in the double-digits – which they believe is due to wolves. CJME's Lisa Schick reports.
According to the city, the archives contain 450,000 photographs, 4,000 feet of shelves and 3,000 linear feet of records, along with thousands of maps and blueprints dating back to the early 1900s. About 3,500 boxes of material will be moved to a new location this week. 650 CKOM's Mia Holowaychuk reports.
When Jason Hattie gets out of bed every morning, his feet hit floorboards that are more than a century old.
He’s spent the better part of a decade painstakingly restoring the home, and is now opening the doors to allow the public a glimpse into the past.
Jac is a Grade 4 student at Holliston School in Saskatoon. He has Down syndrome, but he isn't letting it slow him down. The young running enthusiast recently participated in his very first relay race and left the crowd in awe, boosting him to near-celebrity status in his neighbourhood.
In the wake of an alleged assault on a 92-year-old resident at a Warman care home, the Saskatchewan Health Authority is facing questions about who can receive transitional care at the province's care homes. 650 CKOM's Lara Fominoff spoke to the SHA about that practice and what the organization does to keep residents safe.
Prince Albert-area farmer Frank Hemsley died in the Battle of Hill 70 in August of 1917, but the location of his final resting place was lost. More than a century later, his remains have been identified -- and his family has some closure. 650 CKOM's Lara Fominoff has Hemsley's story.
650 CKOM Senior reporter Lara Fominoff spoke to Forensic Anthropologist Sarah Lockyer
who helped identify a long lost soldier from the First World War with roots from Saskatchewan.
The Regina Police Service's Aerial Support Unit has been in the air for a little more than a year, and police say it's been a great success. 980 CJME's Lisa Schick spent an evening in the plane and got an up-close look at how it helps keep Regina residents and police officers safe.
It all started with a ballerina and Brainy Smurf, and 43 years later McDonald’s collection has grown to around 2,000 of the figures that first appeared in Belgian comics in the ’50s. Our Mia Holowaychuk takes you behind the headlines with the Saskatoon collector.
The sky is the limit for Tammie Kulyk, a captain and pilot with Saskatchewan Air Ambulance who is hoping to inspire women in a predominantly male field. Our Mia Holowaychuk reports.
Ben Hebert and Catlin Schneider are back in Regina for the 2024 Montana's Brier, but they're representing teams from other provinces. 980 CJME's Britton Gray has the story about Alberta's lead and B.C.'s skip as they return to the Queen City for the Brier.
Wiens is set to compete in Paris in both the 10-metre individual and 10-metre synchronized competitions. 980 CJME's Britton Gray caught up with Wiens to talk about his expectations at this summer's Olympic Games in Paris.
A former Saskatchewan elementary teacher has detailed the physical abuse she experienced at the hands of a student. 650 CKOM's Mia Holowaychuk has more on the Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation's appeal for more funding to address violence in the classroom.
The Mayor of Davidson pledged her support for the family and community impacted by the fire and defended the response for the fire department on Tuesday. Our Shane Clausing sat down with her to see how the community is grieving.
Applicants hoping to be accepted into police college are required to take the Police Officers Physical Abilities Test. Our Mia Holowaychuk takes us behind the headlines to learn what's required during the test.
Dean Sopher, the owner of local food production business Arkopia, has learned how to grow a variety of exotic fruits and plants – including bananas, guavas, passion fruits, oranges, eucalyptus and even bamboo – right in his own backyard. Mia Holowaychuk reports.
It's now up a six member jury at the James Smith Inquest to come up with recommendations... that could help prevent a tragedy like it from ever happening again. Throughout the last couple of weeks, Senior Reporter Lisa Schick has been in Melfort, covering the testimony. We check in with her to find out what happens from here.
If this box of hockey cards won a trophy... it would be the Stanley Cup. A father and son from Regina are auctioning off a million dollar case of rare hockey cards that have been sitting in a house for years. The bidding on the case cleared 1-million dollars US in the first 24 hours. Our reporter Gillian Massie tells us this case includes multiple of Wayne Gretzsky's rare rookie cards.
A big Toronto Maple Leafs fan from Saskatoon is recouping after what was a whirlwind Tuesday in Edmonton. Hear about Matt Proctor's first live NHL game and meeting his favourite Leafs player.
On Dec. 31, Regina police found a man's body on Fourth Avenue East. On Jan. 2, police said his death wasn't criminal in nature. But there's more to the story, as 980 CJME's Lisa Schick explains.
Suzdalev has been living the dream as a junior hockey player, lining up alongside Connor Bedard with the Regina Pats last season and now joining the championship-calibre roster of the Saskatoon Blades. 650 CKOM's Shane Clausing has more on the Swedish sniper.
From the Experience Regina debacle to revitalization projects in the city, Regina had an interesting year in 2023. 980 CJME's Lisa Schick sits down with Mayor Sandra Masters to reflect on the past year and to look ahead to 2024.
YXE Smash Therapy Inc. is a rage room experience where individuals or groups can break end-of-life items with baseball bats, crowbars or their bare hands. 650 CKOM's Mia Holowaychuk finds out more about the place where people can let loose.
Saskatoon wrestler Katie Dutchak speaks about her preparation for the 2024 Paris Olympic trials in Edmonton this weekend.
Sidorov had a hat trick and four points in the Saskatoon Blades’ 4-2 victory over the Red Deer Rebels, pushing his team-leading goal total to 28 on the season. What made the night so special for Sidorov was his family from Belarus was in attendance to watch him play in the WHL for the first time. 650 CKOM's Shane Clausing brings us the details.
Brayden Dutchak wants the hyperbaric chamber in Moose Jaw to be reopened so his mom can get potentially life-saving treatment. 980 CJME's Lisa Schick spoke with Dutchak to get the details.
Twenty kids teamed up with officers from the Regina Police Service for an afternoon of Christmas shopping at the Cornwall Centre. 980 CJME's Nicole Garn tagged along as Parker Baumann and Insp. Kelly Trithart hit the stores.
Katherine Kay relies on lifesaving blood infusion therapies in her battle with a nervous system disorder. 980 CJME's Nicole Garn catches up with Kay to discuss her fight, as well as new eligibility rules for those who want to give blood.
An AI program is helping farmers keep track of the cattle in their herds. 980 CJME's Nicole Garn met the CEO of the company behind the program at Agribition.
When it comes to Junior A hockey, having a pair of brothers on the same team is pretty rare. Having two sets of brothers is extremely rare, and three sets of brothers on the same team is almost unheard of.
Almost, but not quite. Just ask the SJHL’s Kindersly Klippers.
The team’s roster currently features three sets of brothers – Cam and Cobe Perlinger, Tylin and Ethan Hilbig and Logan and Danton Cox.
Social Services Minister Gene Makowsky explains the ministry aims for good deals on hotel rooms but must also balance people's need for shelter. The response came Wednesday after it was revealed that a Regina motel, owned by a Sask. Party MLA, hiked its room rate when the ministry took over a client’s bill.
The Tony-nominated musical, which is based on the cult classic 1997 film, follows a group of unemployed men from Buffalo, New York who decide to earn money through a strip show.
During a family trip to Toronto in early October, the wheelchair used by Sarah Turnbull's four-year-old daughter was damaged by WestJet. 980 CJME's Nicole Garn speaks to the Regina woman about the situation.
It was just before Thanksgiving that his parents received confirmation that Emmett has a rare and fatal genetic metabolic disorder for which there is no specific treatment, and no cure. It's also sometimes referred to as childhood dementia.
The under-13 AA Saskatoon Comet Fury hosted a breast cancer awareness game Saturday afternoon at Merlis Belsher Place.
Mayor Michael Behiel tells 650 CKOM's Shane Clausing he expects BHP's investment will bring more jobs and families to the city by the end of the decade. Humboldt mayor ecstatic about BHP's $6B investment into Jansen mine
A Saskatoon parent is alarmed and concerned about discarded needles in the playground at his child's school. He speaks with senior reporter Lara Fominoff.
Wassermann, who requires a wheelchair after surviving the horrific crash in 2018, is excelling at a new sport: rowing. 650 CKOM's Shane Clausing catches up with the rower after a gold medal win at the 2023 National Para Rowing Championship.
Imagine discovering a lump that continues to grow while waiting months for medical testing to determine if it is cancerous.
That stressful anticipation is the reality for Lindsay Rogers, a 35-year-old Regina woman with a family history of breast cancer.
After waiting two months for an ultrasound appointment, she has waited another three months and counting for a biopsy appointment to determine if she has cancer.
The football receiver for Aden Bowman has nearly 600 yards receiving in six games, along with ten touchdowns and over 1,000 all-purpose yards.
In this exclusive feature, senior reporter Lara Fominoff rides along with the Saskatoon Fire Department to observe make-shift shelters across the city.
Reporter Shane Clausing reviews the impacts of marijuana legislation in Saskatchewan five years later.
Reporter Shane Clausing hears from coaches for both teams ahead of the Prairie Football Conference final on Sun. Oct, 22, 2023.
Reporter Mia Holowaychuck talks to Ralanda Hall, a Saskatoon woman who received a new furnace and air conditioner for her home while finishing chemotherapy.
Jen Roy and Jason Davidson have been together for the last six years.
Although they now have a place to call home, they didn't have a place to live - just six months ago.
In the final part four of our series "Stories from the Street" - Senior Reporter Lara Fominoff spoke with the couple, who highlight the urgent need for more diverse and accommodating housing - for those who have nowhere to call home.
Faron Cheyenne Longman has had a hard life wracked by drug addiction and time in jail. She's spent more than a decade behind bars, sometimes for violent offences. In part three of our series- "Stories from the Street," Senior Reporter Lara Fominoff spoke with her at the former downtown Emergency Wellness Centre, as she was struggling to get sober....ahead of her next court dates.
At least 500 people in Saskatoon don’t have a place to call home.
We see them every day … some pushing carts with everything they own inside, others huddled up on the bare concrete, covered in donated blankets.
There are “couch surfers” or those who try to find any abandoned space they can — like a shed or an empty home — to get out of the cold.
Many have addictions or mental health issues or suffer from intergenerational traumas.
Some people are able to get help and support, while others don’t see their situation changing anytime soon.
Over the last six months, Senior Reporter Lara Fominoff received special permission from the Saskatoon Tribal Council, downtown Emergency Wellness Centre staff, and organizers of the Saskatoon Warming Bus to speak with several people who currently or very recently considered themselves homeless.
“Stories from the Streets.”
650CKOM/980 CJME profiles the lives and stories of five people - who either are homeless or, who were recently homeless.
Over the last six months, Senior Reporter Lara Fominoff spent time at the former Emergency Wellness Centre in downtown Saskatoon, and on the Saskatoon Warming Bus learning a little bit about them.
Our series "Stories from the Streets" begins with single mom of four, Kaylene.
Last fall, she was staying at the EWC. Working with staff, Kaylene was determined to get treatment, go back to school, find a home, and get off the streets.
Sweetgrass First Nation Elder Gordon Whitecalf spoke with Gormley on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Saskatoon Tribal Council Chief Mark Arcand joins Brent Loucks to discuss the Every Child Matters concert in Saskatoon tonight.
Chief Cadmas Delorme spoke with Gormley on the impact of residential schools in Canada and inter-generational trauma.