Happy Friday, Winnipeg!

What a wild Thursday that was. Between the wind warnings and the dust storm rolling across southern Manitoba, it sure made for an interesting end to the week. Hope everyone stayed safe out there.

The good news? The long weekend is right around the corner. It's shaping up to be a cooler, rainier May Long than usual, but hey, a long weekend is a long weekend.

So grab a coffee, settle in, and let's dive into what's happening around Winnipeg.

In today’s edition:

— Jas Singh

You know that first warm evening when you're sitting on the patio, finally enjoying the weather, and then comes the tiny buzz in your ear.

The first mosquito bite of the year. It's almost a Winnipeg rite of passage.

That's why the city isn't waiting around. Crews kicked off the mosquito control program last week, with vehicles, ground teams, and four helicopters already out treating standing water across the city before larvae get the chance to hatch.

If you'd rather keep fogging away from your home, you can apply for a 90-metre buffer zone, which keeps treatments at least 90 metres from your property.

If you'd like to help, dumping out bird baths, buckets, kiddie pools, and clogged eavestroughs makes a real difference for the whole neighbourhood.

Standing water is where mosquitoes get their start, and a quick walk around the yard once a week goes a long way, especially with the little ones spending more time outside.

Want to know when crews will be working near you?

Click here: To sign up for alerts and see when crews will be working in your neighbourhood!

Winnipeg roads have a way of leaving their mark.

A little gravel here, a temperature swing there, and before long that small chip in your windshield has turned into a crack that runs halfway across the glass.

The good news is DECO Windshield Repair makes it easy to deal with.

Their glass shops across Winnipeg and Brandon handle everything from quick chip repairs to full replacements.

They also work directly with Manitoba Public Insurance, so if you're going through MPI, the process is straightforward from the start.

And if you've spotted those orange tents in mall parking lots around the city, that's DECO too. Set up right where you're already shopping, so you can get a chip fixed without rearranging your whole day.

With same-day service, a lifetime warranty on repairs, and over 600 verified reviews, you're in good hands from start to finish.

So if your windshield needs attention, click below to book your replacement and receive the FREE Premium Repair Plan.

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Click here: To view the full house & plan your showing!

Click here: To view the full house & plan your showing!

If you or your kids are looking for something fun and creative to do this summer, the Winnipeg Public Library's Maker-in-Residence program is back, and this season's pick is worth checking out.

This summer's resident is Cato Cormier, a Winnipeg-based illustrator and comics artist whose work spans drawing, painting, zine making, and animation.

Her sessions are open to everyone, whether you've never picked up a pencil or you've been creating for years.

It's a great summer activity for curious minds of all ages, and it won't cost you a thing.

So if you or someone you know has been wanting to try something new this summer, click the link below to check out the full schedule and plan ahead!

Click here: To see the full schedule and book your next class!

P.S. Share this with friends and family who might want to plan a creative day out!

If you were looking forward to seeing some jets in the sky over Winnipeg this week, you'll have to wait just a little longer.

A planned Royal Canadian Air Force flyby was postponed due to this week's wind warning and has been rescheduled for May 20th.

It's a small piece of Canadian air force history flying right over our city, and not something you get to see every day.

So be sure to keep an eye on the skies around 3PM on May 20 if you’re near St. James!

Click here: To learn more about the CC-130H Hercules and its history!

P.S. Share this with your group chats so no one misses it next week!

Some of Winnipeg’s oldest public buildings could soon be getting a second life.

The City just put out a call for a consultant to study green upgrade options for eight civic buildings across the city. The goal is to cut fossil fuel use by 50% and reduce water consumption by 20% at each site.

A final report with recommendations for each building is expected in early 2027.

No costs for the upgrades have been shared yet, but this is a meaningful first step toward bringing some of the city's most storied buildings into the future.

Click here: To see other projects the City is currently working on!

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