McKenzie Seeds Building
The developers of the McKenzie Seeds building are in Brandon to get a first hand look at the project.
Co-developer Daryl Carpenter says his team from B.C, as well as several engineers, needed to see the site.
Brandon schools spruced up
Students heading back to class at Greens Acres will be impressed with what they see.The roof at the school was replaced following a 1.5 million dollar project that started last spring. Secretary-Treasurer of the Brandon Division Gerald Barnes says a lot of work was done.
Bids Close
Tender bids for the new Brandon Police Service building closed this afternoon.
City Manager Brain McRae says in all five bids were submitted.
Pizza Robbery
A scare for a local pizza delivery driver Wednesday night.
At around 11p.m. the driver reported being robbed at gun point in the 0 to 100 block of Rosser Avenue East.
The driver was delivering pizza to an apartment and said he was approached by a male suspect.
The suspect then pointed the gun at him, took the pizza and disappeared.
It was later found that the man who ordered the pizza was found to be responsible for the robbery.
A pellet gun was seized from his residence.
A 47-year-old Brandon man is being charged with armed robbery and is to appear in court on October 4th.
Unwanted guest facing charges
It turns out a farmhouse just outside of Rivers had more then just an unwanted guest.
The suspect, 35-year-old Brett Aarpm Abrams, was also wanted by police.
There was an Alberta warrant for the suspects arrest.
He was wanted on 10 charges including weapons charges and uttering threats.
He also has an extensive criminal record.
He is still in custody and is expected to make a court appearance in Virden tomorrow.
School Board promotes fall election
The Brandon School Division is looking to promote the upcoming elections.
Secretary-Treasurer Gerald Barnes says they want to encourage people to particpate.
Wanted Man Found in Brandon
A wanted man from British Columbia was arrested Wednesday in Brandon. RCMP Corporal Dale Carr of the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team in B.C. says the Brandon Police Service's Tactical Response Unit helped them capture the suspect in the 400 block of Rosser Avenue East.
Military Monument Needs Public's Input
The public's opinion is wanted regarding a proposed military monument in the city.
Brandon Heritage Committee's Ken Storie says before moving ahead with the project, several factors have to be decided first.
Bestselling Author Releases New Book
A bestselling author from Neepawa released his latest book Wednesday.
Bill Stilwell's "Manitoba Wild" is a nature book highlighting scenic spots around the province.
Stilwell says the sites to visit are carefully selected.
Name Melita's Banana
Melita is giving you a chance to name their new banana statue.
The 30 foot, 6200 pound statue was unveilled on August 7th.
The Melita and Area Tourism Committee has now launched a contest to name the banana, as well as the blue jay that sits on it.
The deadline is September 30th.
For more information or entry forms visit www.melitamb.ca.