MAIDSTONE — Raymond Granger of Lloydminster passed away in a tragic accident on Dec. 24 at 24 years of age. Sincere sympathy is extended to his grandmother Katie Granger, aunt Jennifer (Lyle) Laybourne cousins Mamie, Damion and Gordon, all of Maidstone and all other family and friends. The memorial service for Raymond was held on Jan. 2 in Lloydminster.
Jean Hartman passed away at Pine Island Lodge in Maidstone on Dec. 28 at the age of 96 years. Condolences go out to her children: Gerald, Wayne (Carolyn) and Keith (Dawn); 11 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren, as well as numerous extended family. Jean will be fondly remembered as a cherished member of our community and friend to many. The celebration of life for Jean Hartman is Friday, Jan. 10 at 2 p.m. MST at Maidstone Legion Hall.
Congratulations to Maidstone Legion Club Room's first winner of 2025, Sherry Hogemann. All the way from Humboldt and a weekly supporter, she took home $119 but did not find the Ace of Spades so the jackpot rose. The Club Room is having a poker tournament on Saturday, Jan. 25 with $50 entry fee and maximum of 30 people. Check-in starts at 1 p.m. MST with tournament play at 2 p.m. Don’t forget Wing Wednesdays and Friday lunches.
Waseca rink had a great turnout for their free skating event on Sunday, Jan. 5. Everyone enjoyed skating, visiting and all the refreshments. Thanks to AG Foods for the generous food donation. Special thanks to rink volunteers for the season: Michael and Nancy Howell, Kristian and Rita Hewson, Zack and Brittney Fendelet, Jamie Campbell, Josh Schonofer, Josh Hult and Mike Hult. Small-town rinks don't run without hard-working volunteers.
Maidstone Senior Jets took a tough 9-2 loss to Neilburg Senior Monarchs on Jan. 3 but rallied back at home the next evening. The Jets and Radisson Wheat Kings kept fans on edge throughout the game with Jets ending on top in a final score of 8-7. Thanks to game day sponsor, Maidstone High School SADD Chapter. Next games are Jan. 10 at home vs Turtleford at 8 p.m. MST and in St. Walburg Jan. 11 at 7:30 p.m. MST.
Maidstone Minor Hockey Day is coming up on Saturday, Jan. 18 with a full day of hockey for the Maidstone Jets teams plus a prize table, raffle draw and progressive 50/50. Game schedule: 9 a.m. MST U9 vs Paradise Hill, 10 a.m. U11 Red vs Lashburn, noon U11 Blue vs St. Walburg, 2:30 p.m. U13 vs Lashburn, 5 p.m. U18 vs Battlefords, 7:30 p.m. Senior Jets vs St. Walburg; U7 scrimmage during first intermission.
Remember to take in the free family skating at Maidstone Ice Arena on Jan. 12 and Jan. 25 from 1 to 2 p.m. MST sponsored by Kin Club of Maidstone. No sticks or pucks on the ice. Helmets must be worn.
Ladies, get ready to rock. Maidstone Curling Club presents the 2025 Ladies’ Bonspiel at Maidstone Curling Rink from Jan. 24 to 26 with a Christmas dress-up theme, blind Calcutta, Saturday evening banquet and smoker, plus all the fun. Entry fee is $240 per team. Contact Raewyn 306-893-7768.
“A new year is like a blank book, and the pen is in your hands. It is your chance to write a beautiful story for yourself.” (Author unknown)
