CKSW (Swift Current, SK)

CKSW (570 AM) is a Canadian radio station that plays country music. It is located in Swift Current, Saskatchewan, and caters to the southwestern region of the province. The station started its broadcasts in 1956 on the frequency of 1400 kHz and transitioned to its present frequency of 570 kHz in 1977. Golden West Broadcasting currently owns CKSW.

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Assiniboia Union Hospital receives $10,000 donation from RBC Foundation

4 days ago | swiftcurrentonline.com | Shawn Slaght

Nurses at Assiniboia Union Hospital received a major boost recently, as the RBC Foundation announced a $10,000 donation to support continuing education. The funding will allow the hospital to bring in a local training company to deliver courses on topics such as trauma, cardiac care, pediatrics and medical emergencies. “This donation is huge.
Little buggers: Summer insects making their return

4 days ago | swiftcurrentonline.com | Shawn Slaght

As summer approaches, many insects are re-emerging and making their way out of their winter hiding spots. Dr. Rory McIntosh, provincial forest insect and disease expert with the Ministry of Environment’s forest services branch, said one of the first bugs you’ll notice as you clean up your lawn are ladybugs. Ladybugs are one of many defoliating insects that emerge as the weather warms up. These are insects that feed on the leaves and needles of plants and trees.
Province creates online therapy course for new and expecting parents

5 days ago | swiftcurrentonline.com | Scott Boulton

A new online therapy course has been deployed by the Government of Saskatchewan, supporting new and expecting mothers and their partners. The goal of the course is to help those experiencing mental health difficulties, such as depression or anxiety. The University of Regina's Online Therapy Unit is offering The Wellbeing Course for New and Expecting Parents, following $380,000 in funding coming from the province.
Kindersley dad wins $100K on EXTRA while cradling baby

5 days ago | swiftcurrentonline.com | Jenny Hagan

A Kindersley father says his ordinary evening at home turned into an unforgettable one after discovering a $100,000 lottery win — all while holding his baby. Miguel Malana checked his LOTTO MAX with EXTRA ticket using the Lotto Spot app and was stunned when the screen lit up with six figures. “I was sitting with the baby and checked my ticket on the app,” Malana said in a Sask Lotteries news release.
Saskatchewan Safety Council urges farmers be careful as seeding season speeds by

6 days ago | swiftcurrentonline.com | Scott Boulton

With the seeding season underway and many farmers hurrying to get their product in the ground, farm safety should be top of mind to avoid any accidents. That's the message of the Saskatchewan Safety Council, which is looking to keep farmers and the general population educated on some of the best practices. Chief Executive Officer Ryan Jacobson talks about what steps farms have taken in the past to up their safety.
RCMP investigating suspicious vehicle near Lemsford

1 week ago | swiftcurrentonline.com | Jenny Hagan

RCMP are asking the public for help after a suspicious vehicle was reported near a rural property east of Leader early Wednesday morning. According to a Saskatchewan Crime Watch Advisory, a woman driving a white SUV with mismatched Alberta licence plates approached a farmyard near Lemsford, off Highway 32, around 7 a.m. seeking help with fuel. RCMP say the female driver followed the property owner into a Quonset and began taking photos of the interior and asking unusual questions.
Jailed chicken farmer found to be in compliance for number of laying hens

1 week ago | swiftcurrentonline.com | Greg Price

Southern Alberta farmer has long-standing issues with supply-management system for smaller egg producers like himself. A southern Alberta egg producer who had been jailed for missing a court date for violating the provincial laws governing egg production has passed a premises inspection by Egg Farmers of Alberta. Henk Van Essen said an inspector only spent a few minutes inside his operation before coming back out and telling him he was in full compliance.
Province testing emergency alert system on Wednesday

1 week ago | swiftcurrentonline.com | Shawn Slaght

The Government of Saskatchewan is scheduled to test its provincial emergency alert system, SaskAlert, on Wednesday. A test alert will appear on television, radio, compatible wireless devices, and the SaskAlert app at 1:55 p.m. These tests are standard procedure to ensure that the system is working properly so that, during an emergency or disaster, urgent and public safety warnings are distributed to the public in a timely fashion.
Off to round two of the Swift Cup!

1 week ago | swiftcurrentonline.com | Colin Powers

It is round two of the Swift Cup where local businesses have put their names on the Stanley Cup playoff teams for a chance to win the coveted Swift Cup trophy, bragging rights, and an advertising package from Golden West. Defending champion Southern Pressure Testers were just two seconds away from elimination until the Jets pulled off one of the greatest game 7 comebacks in history with their double overtime win on Sunday over the Swift Current Diesel Blues.
Test your knowledge and win with the Made. Cafe Impossible Question!

1 week ago | swiftcurrentonline.com | Colin Powers

Join the Magic Morning Show every day to win with the Made. Cafe Impossible Question! Listen at 7:50 a.m. for the trivia question and then call or text in your guess to 306-773-0971. If you have the right answer, you'll have a chance to win a $25 gift card from Made. Cafe! Play along and win every weekday morning, and make sure you visit Made. Cafe at 2150 Walker St E for a coffee or delicious treat on your way to work!