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River Valley Podcast | Lumsden News, Stories, and Community Voices

The River Valley Podcast is your trusted local source for Lumsden news, community updates, and the stories that shape life in the Qu’Appelle Valley. Hosted by Dan and Bonnie, the podcast focuses on the people, history, and events that matter most to residents of Lumsden, Saskatchewan and the surrounding valley communities.

Each episode brings listeners the latest Lumsden news, including updates from town council meetings, community announcements, local events, and important developments happening around the town. The goal is simple: keep the community informed, engaged, and connected to what’s happening in Lumsden.

Beyond the news, the River Valley Podcast celebrates the spirit of the valley. Through interviews with local residents, community leaders, business owners, and volunteers, the show highlights the stories and achievements of the people who make Lumsden a vibrant and welcoming place to live.

The podcast also explores the rich history of Lumsden and the Qu’Appelle Valley, sharing fascinating historical facts, stories from the past, and profiles of individuals who helped shape the community. From local legends to present-day accomplishments, the River Valley Podcast preserves and shares the stories that define the valley.

Whether you’re a long-time resident, new to the area, or someone who simply wants to stay connected, the River Valley Podcast delivers meaningful Lumsden news, community stories, and local insight in an engaging and entertaining format. If you want to stay up to date on Lumsden news, local events, community stories, and valley history, the River Valley Podcast is your place to listen, learn, and stay connected to the heart of Lumsden.

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Patients First? The Reality Facing Saskatchewan’s Health-Care System

The Saskatchewan government recently announced its new “Patients First Health Care Plan,” promising better access to care, shorter wait times, and a system where patients receive “the right care in the right place at the right time.” On the surface, that sounds exactly like what everyone wants. Faster treatment, more access to doctors, and a health-care system that functions more efficiently. But the real question isn’t whether the idea sounds good. The real question is wheth

A Longtime Voice Behind Lumsden’s Community Programs Retires

Photo courtesy of Facebook By Dan Bernier March 5, 2026 Chris Exner Steps Away After Three Decades of Service LUMSDEN — After more than three decades helping shape recreation programs, community events, and partnerships in the valley, longtime Town of Lumsden Community Coordinator Chris Exner is retiring from his position. Exner began working with the Town of Lumsden in the early 1990s, and over the course of roughly three decades in the role, he became one of the most famili

The Lieutenant Governor Returns To Lumsden — And A 100th Birthday Becomes History

March 2 at Heritage Home was never going to be just another afternoon on the calendar. A resident who had only moved into the home in February was celebrating her 100th birthday. One hundred years of life. That alone would have filled the room with meaning. Then Bernadette McIntyre walked through the doors. Saskatchewan’s 24th Lieutenant Governor came not for a formal ceremony at Government House, not for a political announcement, but to honour a woman reaching a century of l