Vol. 130 No.

16 Friday, June 29, 2012

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To the community,
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une 22nd was supposed
to be a wonderful and
proud day for the graduat-
ing class of 2012, but due
to the actions of others
causing vandalism to lo-
cal businesses; our awards
ceremony started of on a
sour note.
We were all informed
about the disrespectful act
and instantly felt a mix of
embarrassment and dis-
appointment. Why would
someone have done this
on such a joyous occasion?
After the ceremonies
myself and many other
students went out to see
the damages ourselves
and what we saw was ap-
palling.
Mr. Ingenmey stated
at the awards, that even
though some student(s)
may have participated in
this, not to paint all of the
2012 graduates with the
same brush and not let this
act stain our reputation.
On behalf of the
Graduating Class of 2012
we would like to apolo-
gize to the community of
Minnedosa and business
owners who were afected
by the vandalism of others.

Donovan Chambers,
On behalf of the MCI
Graduating Class of 2012
From the
Grads
Peeling back the layers
By DARRYL HOLYK
T
he Minnedosa District Museum and Heritage Village opens
for the 2012 season this weekend. Te museum has recently
undergone some board changes and is working towards develop-
ing a business plan to successfully market and move the Heritage
Village forward as a highlight tourist attraction in the community.
Five student staf members have been hired and will serve
as museum greeters, tour guides and community ambassadors
during the summer season. Te Heritage Village will be open af-
ternoons seven days a week. So far this year, the Heritage Village
has welcomed a number of tour groups including 72 TCS students
who recently walked from the school for a hands-on lesson in lo-
cal history.
A number of projects are underway at the Heritage Village
including restoration work on the Berry cottage, which was relo-
cated from the Covenant Church grounds to the village last fall.
Once completed, this cottage will provide the museum with an
administration of ce and washrooms. Currently, the welcoming
of ce is located inside the historic Octagon Building. Another
sizable project underway at the village is the repainting of the
historic Cadurcis House built circa 1910. Gerri Cooke (pictured
at left) has been stripping layers of old paint from the old farm-
house since May in preparation for a fresh, long-lasting coat of
paint. Depending on weather conditions, this project is expected
to continue throughout the summer. Te museum board was suc-
cessful in receiving support for both the Berry Cottage and Ca-
durcis House projects through the Benjamin Moore Community
Restoration Program in conjunction with the Minnedosa Founda-
tion.
Plans are also falling into place for the museums annual
Heritage Day celebration During the Sunday of Fun Fest which
will bring the village to life with live entertainment, old-fashioned
activities and demonstrations, a pioneer church service and BBQ
lunch. Heritage Day is held as a fundraiser with all proceeds going
towards the continued maintenance of the Heritage Village.
Photo by Richard Davies