CHAB (Moose Jaw, SK)

CHAB is a Canadian radio station that plays oldies music and operates on the 800 AM frequency. It is licensed to Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, and caters to the southcentral region of the province. The station originally started broadcasting in 1922 under the call sign 10AB at 1200 AM. It officially became CHAB on December 17, 1933, transitioned to 1220 AM in 1941, and settled on its current frequency of 800 AM in 1946. CHAB is owned by Golden West Broadcasting, which is also the parent company of sister stations CJAW-FM and CILG-FM. The station's studios are located at 1704 Main Street North.

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Burrowing owls pop back up in farmers' fields following winter retreat

22 hours ago | discovermoosejaw.com | Scott Boulton

With plants sprouting from the ground and farmers confidently finished with seeding, tractors in the field might find some new friends popping up in their farmland this summer. Burrowing owls can be found in the Saskatchewan prairies during the summer, having returned from their trip down south over the winter. They're now moving into their namesake burrows in prairie meadows, grasslands, and even farmers' fields.
Customer diversity seen as benefit to exporters

1 day ago | discovermoosejaw.com | Robert Arnason

Sixty-six per cent of Canadian exporters rely solely on United States, but economists say that can be hard on the bottom line For someone running an agricultural or agri-food business in Saskatoon, Kelowna or Halifax, it’s easier to sell products to customers in Canada than to someone in Vietnam. It may be easier, but exporting will make the business more productive and profitable.
Community amid challenges: wildfire evacuee in Weyburn shares

1 day ago | discovermoosejaw.com | Shawn Slaght

Weyburn has become a temporary home to around 80 evacuees from the Creighton and Flin Flon areas. After leaving their home in Creighton under the direction of the SPSA, Amanda MacQuarrie's family arrived at the Ramada hotel in Weyburn over the weekend. "We were told by the Town of Creighton that we would have a hotel and meals if we went to Weyburn," she shared.
Craik RCMP asking for public's assistance in finding wanted man

1 day ago | discovermoosejaw.com | Shawn Slaght

Craik RCMP are asking for the public's assistance in finding 41-year-old Cody Steven Nordgulen. He is also known to use the name Shane Nordgulen. Nordgulen is wanted by RCMP for charges including obstructing a police officer, prohibited operation of a motor vehicle, and failing to comply with a release order. Police believe he may be driving a hand-painted white (originally blue) 2007 Ford F-150. It's believed he has ties to Assiniboia and the RM of Lake of the River areas.
Miller Express extend winning streak to three games

1 day ago | discovermoosejaw.com | Shawn Slaght

A walk-off single by Jackson Yeager in the bottom of the ninth led the Moose Jaw Miller Express to an 11–10 win over the Medicine Hat Mavericks on Thursday night at Ross Wells Park, extending Moose Jaw’s win streak to three games. Medicine Hat jumped out to a 2–0 lead after the top of the first inning. However, the Miller Express replied with four runs in the bottom half of the inning. Austin Gurney hit a single to score Thomas Soto to get Moose Jaw on the board.
Over 10,000 people evacuated as wildfires continue to burn

1 day ago | discovermoosejaw.com | Shawn Slaght

The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) estimates between 10,000 and 15,000 people in about 30 communities have been evacuated due to wildfires burning in northern Saskatchewan. As of Thursday afternoon, there were 27 active fires, bringing the year-to-date total to 246 — well above the five-year average of 138. Of the active fires, six are not contained, six are contained, 12 are undergoing assessment, and three are protecting values.
Former Estevan Bruin’s case adjourned in Moose Jaw Provincial Court

1 day ago | discovermoosejaw.com | Shawn Slaght

A former Estevan Bruins player had his case heard in Moose Jaw Provincial Court on Tuesday. Estevan lawyer Kathryn Gilliss appeared by phone on behalf of Mason Strutt. Strutt is facing one count of sexual assault in Moose Jaw. He is also facing charges in Regina, including uttering threats, assault, animal cruelty, and causing a person to take a noxious substance. Gilliss told the court a short adjournment was needed to obtain additional disclosure.
National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration taking place June 20

1 day ago | discovermoosejaw.com | Shawn Slaght

The City of Moose Jaw, the Moose Jaw Public Library, and the Moose Jaw Centre for Arts and Culture will co-host a National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration on June 20. While National Indigenous Peoples Day is officially observed on June 21, the celebration will be held a day earlier to allow schools to participate. “It is open to all schools.
Summer road safety being emphasized in latest SGI Traffic Safety Spotlight

2 days ago | discovermoosejaw.com | Scott Boulton

With summer starting up in the southeast, we're now looking at summer travel taking over the highways all around the province. That means a lot more travel and a lot more chances of something going wrong, which is why SGI is sending out their June Traffic Safety Spotlight, centred around summer driving. Heather Hubic, manager of media relations, talks about what they hope Saskatchewan drivers will prioritize this summer season. "We're focused on being alert and making sure you're not speeding.
Miller Express win two straight

2 days ago | discovermoosejaw.com | Shawn Slaght

The Moose Jaw Miller Express picked up their second straight win, defeating the Weyburn Beavers 6–4 on Wednesday night. The win improves their record to 2–3. Moose Jaw got on the board early. William Edwards hit a sacrifice fly in the top of the first inning that scored Thomas Soto. In the top of the third, Austin Gurney hit a double that scored Edwards from second base to give the Miller Express a 2–0 lead.