Murray Wood: Sunshine sketches of summers past
What are the memories of summers that stick in your mind? Murray Wood ponders how some things will evoke those moments.
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Tornado threat targets northern west-central Saskatchewan Saturday
Northern parts of west-central Saskatchewan could face dangerous thunderstorms Saturday afternoon and evening, with tornadoes, large hail, damaging winds and heavy rain all possible. The greatest risk...
Jul 18, 2026 A possible tornado near Springwater west of Biggar on July 3, 2026. (Jessie Barber/Submitted)
Saskatchewan research farms saved from closure, for now
The governments of Canada and Saskatchewan have stepped in to protect the immediate future of two historic provincial research hubs. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) alongside the Government of...
Jul 18, 2026 Under the terms of a MOU, officials will work to establish interim arrangements to ensure the land and infrastructure at Scott and Indian Head research farm remain productive assets for local producers and the wider agricultural industry. (AndrewLozovyi / Depositphotos.com)
The Green Zone Replay - Friday, July 17
The Green Zone Replay - Friday, July 17 2:35 - Matthew Scianitti, TSN The World Cup final is set. Spain faces Argentina with on Sunday afternoon to cap off the biggest soccer tournament in the world. ...
Jul 17, 2026
Royal Canadian Legion marks 100 years of helping veterans
For a century the Royal Canadian Legion has stood alongside Canada's veterans, helping them navigate life after military service while ensuring their sacrifices are never forgotten. The legion was cel...
Jul 17, 2026 The Royal Canadian Legion was celebrated in Regina on Friday, with members, veterans and community supporters gathering outside City Hall to mark the organization's 100th anniversary with a ceremonial flag raising. (Joshua Potter/980 CJME)
Sask. communities react positively to provincial disaster assistance changes
Residents in Saskatchewan are favourable towards the new Provincial Disaster Assistance Program (PDAP) changes announced on Thursday. The province said the changes aim to better help individuals and b...
Jul 17, 2026 The reeve of Fish Creek, Ryan Sawitzky, said the changes could help municipalities tackle long-standing drainage issues on July 16, 2026. (Marija Robinson/650 CKOM)
Murray Wood: Appropriately incorrect
Kids don't always talk well, but rather than fret about it, Murray says enjoy it for it's undeniable charm Murray Wood delivers sharp, insightful commentary with a blend of wit, skepticism and straigh...
Jul 17, 2026 Listen to daily commentary from 650 CKOM (980 CJME) Program Director Murray Wood.
Sarah Mills: You can't help the way the wind blows
Sarah Mills thinks Canada should face criticism for its forest management, but Republicans complaining about wildfire smoke blowing into the States diminishes the partnership the two countries need to...
Jul 17, 2026
From checkout shock to borrowing: The new reality of Canada's grocery struggle
For many Canadians, the grocery store has become a place where every aisle comes with a calculation. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, senior director of the Agri-food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University in H...
Jul 17, 2026 Charlebois, director of Agri-food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie Univeristy in Halifax, said more families are having to borrow as a result of rising food costs.
(The Canadian Press file photo)
The Green Zone - July 16, 2026
2:05 - Starting Lineup The Open is underway and some of your favourite's are struggling early. The NHL has dropped its schedule for the 2026-27 season. Did LeBron James reveal where he may end up next...
Jul 16, 2026
Regina man charged following crossbow incident
The Regina Police Service has announced charges against a 35 year-old man following an incident involving the discharge of a crossbow. According to a release, in the early hours of July 7, police resp...
Jul 16, 2026 A Regina police vehicle parked outside a home on Elphinstone Street on July 7, 2026 following a police shooting. (Gillian Massie/980 CJME)
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Sarah Mills: A teenage summer job teaches the perfect life lessons
From paper routes to fast food, pumping gas or lifeguarding at the pool, Sarah Mills says summer jobs provide teens with...
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The Evan Bray Show - Thursday, July 30
On Thursday's show, Evan talks about Saskatoon's Downtown Event and Entertainment District, the 20th anniversary of Cana...