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⚖️ GULL LAKE HISTORY: The Tragedy of 1910 ⚖️
A couple of weeks ago, we explored the tale of the horse thieves of 1909—a story that captured the “Wild West” spirit of early Gull Lake. Just a year later, the community faced a far darker chapter, one that tested the limits of its fledgling law enforcement. The “Drunken Brawl”—As It Was Called at the Time In early 1910, William James McBride and his son Luther spent an evening in Gull Lake. According to contemporary records, both men were “the worse for liquor” as they left
Feb 142 min read


🍔 The Final Flip: Gull Lake Advances to the Championship Round
Gull Lake’s run through the South West Rink Burger All Stars has reached its biggest moment yet. After leading the field in three straight rounds , our hometown rink burger has officially earned a spot in the Finals —and now only two rinks remain. Gull Lake Dominates the Semifinals For the third consecutive round , Gull Lake topped all voting, earning 1,128 votes—a strong 33.6% of the 3,358 ballots cast. That surge pushed us past Kyle and secured our place in the championsh
Feb 132 min read


The Coffee Row Chronicles: Momentum, Muscle, and Marquee Lights
Gull Lake’s running hot this week. From burgers to gold medals to a century‑old marquee asking for new hands at the wheel, there’s momentum everywhere you look. The Round Table was already buzzing before the first refill. Word had spread that Gull Lake had punched its ticket to the Final Four in the South West Rink Burger All-Stars, leading the field with 653 votes. Earl—who treated the café like his second office—leaned back in what everyone knew was his “assigned” chair and
Feb 133 min read


Gull Lake’s Levynn Toney Wins Gold at South Sask Championship
Gull Lake’s Levynn Toney celebrates her first‑place finish in the 80kg category at the SHSAA South Saskatchewan Championship in Moose Jaw. (Photo: SWAC Facebook) Gull Lake’s Levynn Toney earned a first‑place finish in the 80kg category at the SHSAA South Saskatchewan Wrestling Championship held in Moose Jaw. A photo shared by SWAC on Facebook captured Toney celebrating her win. Regional Results Athletes from Swift Current Comprehensive High School also posted strong results
Feb 111 min read


THE FINAL FOUR: Gull Lake Is Turning Up the Heat
Gull Lake has officially punched its ticket to the Semifinals of the 2026 South West Rink Burger All Stars! After a huge showing in the last round—leading the entire field with 653 votes—we’re now one of the final four rinks still in the running. The Hype Is Real I’ve tried two of these burgers recently, and without hesitation, they’re among the best I’ve ever had. If you haven’t made it down to the rink yet, you’re missing out! From the fresh-ground local beef to that perfec
Feb 101 min read


Call for Board Members: Supporting a Century‑Old Community Theatre
The SWT Lyceum Theatre has been part of Gull Lake’s community life for more than 100 years. As a community‑owned, non‑profit theatre operated by the Gull Lake & District Cultural Co‑operative, it continues to offer affordable, family‑friendly entertainment for residents across Southwest Saskatchewan. As someone who previously served as board chair, I’ve seen firsthand how much dedication, volunteerism, and local pride go into keeping this historic theatre thriving. Its streng
Feb 102 min read
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Chinook School Division Releases 2026–2027 Strategic Plan with New Targets for Students
Chinook School Division has released its 2026–2027 Strategic Plan, outlining new targets and priorities that will shape classrooms and student supports across Southwest Saskatchewan. Student Learning Chinook is continuing its work in literacy, math learning, and instruction that adapts to student needs. All Kindergarten to Grade 3 students will be assessed using the province’s new reading screeners, along with Chinook’s early‑reading assessments used in Grades 1–3. Provincial
2 days ago


Gull Lake Resident’s Child‑Exploitation Case Adjourned in Swift Current Court
A court matter involving a Gull Lake resident returned to Swift Current Provincial Court on Wednesday morning. 25‑year‑old Tyson Goertz of Gull Lake appeared through counsel, represented by Saskatchewan Legal Aid’s Scott Allen. Goertz faces three charges laid on June 16, after the Saskatchewan Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit executed a search warrant at a home in Gull Lake: Possessing child sexual abuse and exploitation material Making available child sexual abuse and
Aug 26


Obituary: Dusty Lee Paul
2011 – 2026 Mr. Dusty Lee Paul, known to many as “Bing Bong,” “Dusty Boy,” “Hank,” “Dusty Tails,” and simply Son or Partner, passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 15 years of age, with his family by his side. Dusty was born in Medicine Hat, Alberta, to Mike and Sabrina Paul, and welcomed by his siblings Shayla and Lane, where a lifelong and unbreakable sibling bond began. As his family often says, “We can and will get through anything if we stick together.” Dusty attend
Aug 24
Upcoming Events in Gull Lake and Area

Multiple DatesCowboy Action Championship Weekend at Gopher Gulch1 day to the eventFri, Sep 18Provincial Cowboy Action Event – Gopher
Multiple DatesFly, Ride & Drive — Shaunavon Transportation Weekend1 day to the eventFri, Sep 18Shaunavon

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