In the wake of two resignations announced by Hanover School Division last month, the division is ready to appoint a couple of new assistant superintendents. Shelley Amos and Colin Campbell will officially step into their new roles on August 1.

The Hanover School Division’s Board of Trustees recently approved their budget for the upcoming school year. The budget, which anticipates an increase in enrollment of 71 students, provides funding for continued growth.

Officials gathered in Niverville on Friday, March 23 for the sod-turning ceremony for the new high school. Superintendent Randy Dueck and several Hanover School Division trustees were joined by Ian Wishart, Manitoba’s Minister of Education; Shannon Martin, MLA for Morris; Niverville Mayor Myron Dyck; Michael Fritschij of MCM Architects, the firm who designed the building; and Tony Bergagnini of Red Lake Construction, which is poised to begin construction. 

On March 13–14, Providence University College will be providing an opportunity for students, faculty, staff, and members of the community to check out the Saint John’s Bible at their Otterburne campus.

The Niverville and Ritchot Chambers of Commerce have announced the first event in their 2018 Open for Business series. The series, begun last year as a joint initiative between the two Chambers, offers members the opportunity to tour prominent local businesses and meet fellow entrepreneurs.

The tendering process is complete for Hanover School Division’s new Niverville high school. After receiving several competitive bids, the contract has been awarded to Red Lake Construction.

Construction is complete on the new Flying J Travel Centre in Ste. Agathe, with the doors—and pumps—set to open Saturday, March 3.

Thanks to a collaborative funding initiative between the federal and provincial governments, farmers, their families, and ag workers of all stripes will have access to free professional counselling services when and if they’re needed.

The communities south of Winnipeg are continuing to experience a residential boom, with growth on the rise. The RM of Ritchot’s population has jumped 21.9 percent in the last five years, and Niverville is almost certain to be the next Manitoba town to achieve city status. 

Located just twenty minutes south of Winnipeg, Ste. Agathe provides a peaceful repose for those looking for a home in the heart of nature. Here, the winding Red River provides an authentic riverfront experience, accessible from anywhere in town.