Lori Penner

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Reporter, Altona Rhineland Voice. A journalist since 1997, Lori Penner believes everyone has a story to tell. Growing up in rural Manitoba, she has a heart for small town news, covering local and regional issues and events, with a love for people and their communities, pride in their accomplishments, concern for their challenges, and a heart for the truth. Manitoba’s Flood of the Century acted as a springboard for her career in journalism. Sharing the tragedy and determination of those who battled and survived “the Raging Red” spawned a life-long fascination for human-interest stories, earning her top industry awards in topics ranging from business, politics, agriculture, and health, to history, education, and community events. She was honoured to receive the MCNA Reporter of the Year award in 2019. As well, Penner’s personal column, Don’t Mind the Mess has appeared in publications across Western Canada. With 26 years of experience as a columnist, reporter, photographer, and as an editor of several rural newspapers, Penner has interviewed people from all walks of life, and is committed to sharing the news that impacts and reflects the values, concerns, and goals of the communities she covers.

A passion for community earns royal recognition

Altona resident Callum Morrison has always been a passionate advocate for community service. His dedication was recently recognized with the King Charles III Coronation...

Local schools celebrate I Love to Read Month

Throughout February, schools across the region have been turning pages and sparking imaginations in celebration of I Love to Read Month. From reading challenges...

Cultivating community

Jack Heppner never set out to win awards. For him, the true reward was seeing the Altona Community Garden flourish into a place where...

Raise a Glass in Neubergthal for a taste of history and craft beer

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Queen Quest preparing for 2025 Sunflower Festival

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Breaking

Alien-themed fundraiser an ‘Out of This World’ success

Charlie Redstar Long Table Dinner draws 300, raises funds...

Art and memory fill Gallery in the Park

By Pam Fedack Thunder rumbled in the distance as guests...

Show of strength at the Magnus Classic Gimli Strongman competition

Strongman competitors from North America put on a dazzling...

Miami Horticultural Show marks 135 years with flower and garden show

One of Manitoba’s longest-running horticultural traditions will reach a...
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