By Brian Russell
WSC

As per last report, the Wildlands Snowdusters had staked the River/Lake Trail from Stratton to Kreger Road. Since then some kind soul(s) have taken it upon themselves to remove approximately four (4) kilometers of stakes between sixth street and the pines area. There is also another kilometer of stakes misteriously missing just east of Miller’s Creek, with stakes one tenth of a kilometer apart this represents a lot of stakes Each one of these stakes is drilled into the ice to mark the Snowmobile Trail for the safety of snowmobilers, ice fisherpeople and the general public. They do not blow down, walk away by themselves, nor mark fish locations. In short they were STOLEN. As each stake is clearly marked ‘Property of OFSC’ and costs us approximately $6.00 they are of little or no use to anyone other than the snowwmobile club. The WSSC would appreciate your assistance in recovering these stakes and remind everyone that it is illegal to remove them without authorization.

By Ken Johnston
Editor

It was a photo finish at the 50th Annual Rainy River Men’s Curling Bonspiel Sunday.
It came down to an extra end between the Tim Nordin rink of Rainy River and Ed Wiersema’s team from Fort Frances. To cap it off it even came down the very last shot of the 9th end to decide the bonspiel’s winner.

By Melanie Mathieson
Gardening Guru

A while ago I had a column titled “Everyone Loves Hydrangeas”. Not only is this true for fresh blossoms in the garden but everyone loves hydrangeas when they are dried too. The single most important thing about drying hydrangeas is not which method you use but when you harvest the flowers. Fresh blossoms seldom dry completely in the open air. To receive the best results when drying hydrangeas it is best to wait until the blooms begin to dry on the shrub in the early fall. By this time the petals will have faded a bit and feel papery to the touch. At this point, you can cut them, strip off the leaves and air-dry them in a baskets or vase with or without water. If you have the space and the time, hanging them upside down in an airy place out of direct sunlight works well too.

By Ashley Sharp
RRHS News Reporter

Welcome back everyone! It’s been a long time, as you all know, second semester has started and that is why there has not been an article in the paper for some time. We took a break to study for exams but now we are back. There has been a lot happening during the absence and seasons are now coming to an end and others are beginning.

By Darlene Smith
RR Ministerial

God has tremendous love for cities, towns, villages and countries. I believe because He has tremendous love for the people who live in them.
He is really a strange God. He is different because He loves those under His charge. He loves to dwell with them; live in the middle of them. He wants them to be involved with what He‚s doing and wants to be involved in what they are doing.

By Irene Hanson
RR Hosp. Aux.

Twelve members braved the cold and came to our regular February meeting. We opened with our auxiliary prayer, the minutes of the last meeting were read and a brief financial report given, as our treasurer was absent.

By Gary Sliworsky
Ag. Rep.

The following is part 2 of an article on horse hay by Joel Bagg, Forage Specialist with OMAFRA.
Soft hay is more palatable to horses. Unlike cattle, horses use their mouth and lips to manipulate hay and pasture plants when eating. They easily sort feed and eat leaves while leaving the coarse stems.

Dear Editor,
I was saddened and appalled to read a letter in the February 6th edition of the Record from the ex-mayor of Rainy River. Is this yet another example of the Good Ole Boys Club?
I applaud Mayor Ewald for remaining friends with someone who has been a friend for a number of years. I don’t see any conflict of interest on her part.

Dear Editor:
This letter is in response to the citizens of Rainy River who have voiced their opinion on my Feb. 6, 2007, Letter to the Editor and also to others that may have formed an opinion but for their own reasons have chosen to remain silent.

Dear Editor,
The purpose of letters to the editor is to spark debate, express one’s opinion, and possibly inform the public about a matter which the community is unaware, or present to the public a subject the press has failed or neglected to report. Ex-Mayor Armstrong had every right to express his opinions. If some citizens didn’t find his remarks appropriate, they have the right to respond. They are also entitled to make their opinion public. I now wish to use my right to express my opinion on their remarks.