PembinaValleyOnline Podcast

So, how does someone end up knee-deep in mason jars and surrounded by zucchini? Sue joins us to talk about her canning obsession, some of the creative things she makes, and why there's apparently no such thing as too much zucchini.

An interview ahead of Winkler's Ribfest with Becca Gryba

Camillia discussed cautions regarding the now very popular first day of school photos being posted on social media, as well as other online safety reminders as students head back to school.

Samantha and Andrea are from the Pembina Valley Watershed District, and join us to talk about the funding opportunities of landowners and the importance of the work being done to areas well beyond its borders.

For Jen Krahn, apple harvest means filling the freezer with enough homemade juice to last through the winter. Krahn has an apple tree on her hobby farm, and when the apples are ready, she and her husband use an old wine press to turn the fruit into juice. Listen to the process in this interview, with Jayme Giesbrecht

Pit master Beca Gryba joins Jayme Giesbrecht to share the details on what Smokey Rebel BBQ will be bringing to Winkler's Rib Fest, Sept 11-13th, at the Parkland Grounds!

Eden Foundation events manager Tyson Deceuninck as well as former Director of Development James Friesen, who STARTED the event 24 years ago, join Jayme Giesbrecht in studio to talk about its history, and this year's event.

On this month's agenda work begins on the railway crossing on 14th Avenue NE, the 9th Street NW road project is nearing completion, the ice is soon going at Sunflower Gardens Arena and the Altona Aquatic Centre wraps up another season this coming weekend.

MCC Canada has launched a fundraising appeal to respond to flooding which impacted a remote region of Nepal near the Tibet border last week, and has extended well beyond as waters travelled southward to the Indian border.

The Border Hills Car Club is set to host its 40th annual "Chrome in the Bowl" car show, Sunday August 30th at Morden Park Bowl. This car show is co-occurring with the Morden Corn & Apple Festival, and unites car/truck/motorcycle enthusiasts from far and wide. In this conversation, you'll hear the event details, as well as the story of Chomper's own 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air

The Mennonite Centre in Ukraine continues to provide various supports four and a half years into the war between the country and Russia. Dave shares the latest from on the ground, and highlights a number of specific projects the organization is supporting at this time.

Sara Neufeld is a well-known singer from Altona, who has spent much of her musical career paying tribute to the legendary Dolly Parton. Dolly Parton passed away on August 25th at the age of 80, and after a life well-lived and a last legacy to remember, Sara joined us to reflect on how Dolly's music has impacted her life and career.

The Mayor chats about the amazing Harvest Festival earlier this month, the upcoming RibFest September 11th to 13th and a reminder tickets are still available for the P.W. Enns Centennial Concert Hall's 20th anniversary concert September 4th.

Comedian Matt Falk is promising new jokes, familiar faces, and plenty of laughs when he returns to the Youth Stage at the Morden Corn and Apple Festival Friday night.

The Pembina Valley Astro Club is getting ready to hit the road again this fall, bringing telescopes and opportunities to explore the night sky to communities across southern Manitoba. Club founder Kenton Dyck says the fall season begins this week, with events planned for Aug. 25th at Charley B's in Winkler and Aug. 27th at Dead Horse Cider. Both events will have a focus on the moon, with the Aug. 27th event coinciding with a lunar eclipse.

Manitoba country artist Catie St. Germain talks about her career, and the P.W. Enns Centennial Concert Hall performance she's part of.

Jayme Giesbrecht chats with newly named director of the Prairie Red Coats Band, Lincoln Wiebe

Since chainsaw artist Marcel Lehmann of Carman joined us in the studio back in July, he has been contacted for a few special projects, including a commission to create eagle feather carvings for Swan Lake First Nation

The event will take place Saturday August 22nd at the Winkler and Morden McDonald’s restaurants. Owner Dave Einarson says the day will feature several specials, including $2 sausage McMuffins in the morning, $2 cheeseburgers and $4 McChicken sandwiches.

Melissa Wiebe has turned a previously difficult-to-mow area behind her home into a growing shade garden, earning her the Week 11 win in our Show Us Your Summer photo contest.

The Reeve joins CFAM Radio 950 Morning Show Host Chris Sumner to provide an update on the replacement of the crossing at Site 75 on Road 7 West, building permits and value through the first seven months of the year and more.

The Mayor joins CFAM Radio 950 Morning Show Host Chris Sumner to chat about some projects at Lake Minnewasta, construction on 5th Street and on Mountain and Corn and Apple Festival which is just around the corner.

Springfield's Genevie Henderson is part of the second season at Gallery in the Park, her third exhibition inside the Schwartz House. She spoke with CFAM Radio 950 Morning Show Host Chris Sumner about the paintings that are on display, including a showstopping two-sided tapestry.

Members Adeline Sellwood and Frances Hak speak with CFAM Radio 950 Morning Show Host Chris Sumner about the group and their respective pieces in the exhibit titled "Moments".

The Mayor chats about several upcoming events hosted by the Morris Truth and Reconciliation Circle, as well as important dates related to the upcoming municipal election in October.

On the latest episode of Ripple Effect, presented by the Red River Basin Commission, Redboine Watershed District Resource Technician Rob Nichol discusses soil erosion; it’s causes, effects, and costs to southern Manitoba.

What started as a joke has become a growing community effort to help children get into fishing. Steve "Bubba" Peters says his "Bubba Sucks at Fishing" initiative has grown significantly over the past year, allowing him to nearly triple the number of fishing rods he'll give away during this year's Harvest Festival parade.

Former long-time Altona resident Greta Loeppky is part of the second season of artists featured inside the Schwartz House at Gallery in the Park. Now calling Penticton, B.C. home, the painter has created a collection of 16 pieces showcasing character homes in town, but in a whimsical style.

Jayme Giesbrecht chats with Ed's Tire owner Konrad Vandasselaar at the 75th anniversary celebration in Morden

Mayor Schroeder provides an update on several infrastructure projects in town, a reminder about limited spaces still available for swimming lessons and new outdoor games available to borrow through the Altona Aquatic Centre.

Curtis and Candy are part of Team Manitoba which is leaving soon for the 2026 Special Olympics Canada Summer Games in Medicine Hat, Alberta.

Diana Vodden joins Jayme Giesbrecht for a chat about the Hidden Attic display: A never before seen collection of authentic 1920’s dresses, found tucked away in a hidden attic. Each offers a rare glimpse of an era where women tossed their corsets and stepped into their own power, in the decade after most won the right to vote. On display through July & August

ARES is celebrating another successful boot drive fundraiser during the Manitoba Sunflower Festival parade this past Saturday morning. his year's effort raised $4,290.

CFAM Radio 950 Morning Show Host Chris Sumner speaks with Finnley moments after she was crowned during the Saturday night stage show.

Female hockey players in the Pembina Valley will soon have a new opportunity to continue playing competitively after university and junior hockey. The Pembina Valley Storm is one of eight teams expected to compete in the inaugural season of the Manitoba Senior Women's Hockey League (MSWHL), with games expected to begin this fall. In this interview, Jayme Giesbrecht speaks with organizer and hockey player Chelsea Hallson.

Canada's Christian music family is mourning the passing this week of singer-songwriter Brian Doerksen, including Jordan Janzen and The Color. The Abbotsford, B.C. performer passed away suddenly after only recently being diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer.

Interview with Word Alive Press author Betty Sawatzky