The week of September 10 to 16, 2000

Mud, Metal and Tires Sunday September 10, 2000 Today's feature article let's you look behind the scenes to appreciate the lore of rural stock car racing as race teams from this part of Canada go fender to fender at the SilverTown Speedway in Tisdale this weekend. This story contains a QuickTime VR and a lot of pictures. Additional pictures and details are found on the "Second Page".

Arachroiditis Sunday September 10, 2000 Chronic pain condition is described and its cause identified by Carey Heilman.

The Greenwater Report for September 11, 2000 Monday September 11, 2000 Gerald Crawford tells us about the changing of the gurad at the Park as one manager replaces another, he fights off the mice and racoons and begins plotting for next summer.

Tisdale Lineman Monday September 11, 2000 A couple of interesting pictures that made the photographer think a bit.

Dressup Time Tuesday September 12, 2000 Today we take a look at the delicate and pure charm of the fall colouration as the wind whips away the early dried leaves and the green ones hold on prolonging the season.

No-fault insurance and the meeting Tuesday September 12, 2000 Mario deSantis was on hand for some of the remarkable speeches made at the Saskatoon meeting held by the coalition against no-fault this past Saturday. Mario's insight into the messages and the implications need to thought over as he reveals the essence of the meeting. An outstanding report, Ensign is proud to be able to bring this interpretation to you.

Things Become What We Call Them Wednesday September 13, 2000 When I was a little boy mother gave me a serious dressing down for referring to a policeman as a "cop", not only was the term slang but she felt it was improper for me to refer to someone who should be respected in a demeaning manner.

High-Tech Policing Wednesday September 13, 2000 Unusual fitted Ford Windstar van catches our eye parked in the RCMP parking lot.

Harvest Moon Thursday September 14, 2000 A splendid harvest moon showed up last night to light the way for combines, trucks and farm folks across the prairies.

Harvest 2000 Thursday September 14, 2000 A QuickTime VR of the harvest process West of Melfort yesterday and some pictures from last night as we ponder the oddities of commondity pricing.

The StarPhoenix' Opinions and No-Fault Thursday September 14, 2000 Mario deSantis is not pleased with the unonomous editiorial in the Star Phoenix that discredits opposition to the government PIPP program.

The Internet is changing our lifestyles and our laws Thursday September 14, 2000 Examples and experiences that show the modifications in the way we do and think about things.

Honk 4 Sports Friday September 15, 2000 Tisdale High School Students protest teacher work-to-rule situation and ask the public to support their teachers and get the issue settled as they hamper traffic on main street in massive demonstration.

SaskTel Wears Army Boots Friday September 15, 2000 A true story of bad advise and callous disregard for customers and dealers alike.

The Burning Season Friday September 15, 2000 Once again as in years past as soon as harvest is over farmers begin clearing their land of the remaining unusable crop parts.

What is No-Fault? A Personal Thought Friday September 15, 2000 Mario deSantis reports the growing concern about the lack of responsibility and hence the lack of appropriate behaviour to avoid the attachment of blame.

Chaos Theory Saturday September 16, 2000 The students protested yesterday and late afternoon the teachers and government reach a tentative agreeement. Cause and effect? Perhaps!

Warchild Concert Live Saturday September 16, 2000 Tune in from noon until late this evening as you can watch International and top pop performers at the Forks in Winnipeg. http://www.hmv.com (QuickTime streaming video)