'Better than any award': Zach Williams concert shares joy in Steinbach Around 3,000 people attended the Zach Williams concert on Saturday evening at the Southeast Event Centre in Steinbach to celebrate a major milestone in local Christian education. Homegrown favourite, Jordan St.Cyr, was the opening act of the night and performed his singles, "Fires," and "Weary Traveler," among others. Read More Cruise for Hope brings classic cars and community together A Manitoba counselling centre is putting on a one-of-a-kind car cruise event for the whole family to help people in southern Manitoba receive counselling no matter their circumstances. "We are a faith-based charity, offering counselling services to the community," says Chris Derksen, the Executive Director at Pembina Counselling Centre in Morden, Winkler, and Altona. "Because we are a charity, one of our missions is to provide counselling to whoever needs it, regardless of what you believe, or your ability to pay or not." Read More After 3-year monitoring period, Pornhub ordered to pay $5M for child abuse The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), alongside Utah authorities, are ordering the owner of Pornhub to pay a $5 million penalty after it continues to show child abuse videos to its users. The U.S. District Court for the District of Utah filed a stipulated order for permanent injunction last week against Aylo, Pornhub's parent company. The order states that Aylo must enforce better policies regarding illicit content on the website, including child sexual abuse of any underage person in videos, as well as any nonconsensual material. Read More Providence marks 100 years with big celebration and $20M announcement It was a weekend full of reunions, memories, and big announcements as Providence University College and Theological Seminary in Otterburne celebrated its 100th anniversary. The festivities kicked off Friday night (Sept. 5) at the RBC Convention Centre in Winnipeg, where alumni and dignitaries packed out the room at their Centennial Gala. Read More Joy Smith Foundation launches trucking industry labour trafficking awareness drive The Joy Smith Foundation has launched a new awareness campaign aimed at tackling labour trafficking in Manitoba’s trucking industry. The campaign was unveiled Tuesday at the Rosser weigh scale during National Trucking Week, with support from the Manitoba Trucking Association and Winnipeg Crime Stoppers. Read More U of M students invited to grow in faith through Power to Change A student group at the University of Manitoba exists to help students grow closer to Jesus, no matter their faith background. Kevin Huska has been a part of Power to Change (P2C) since 1991, first as a student and now on staff. "I got involved as a student learning how to share my faith. I'm now a staff member and I've been doing that for a number of years, coaching the next generation of students." Read More 'I’m mobile': Crowder back on tour with a scooter and a smile After being laid up due to a broken leg, Crowder has returned to the stage, albeit in a different way. In an effort to make sure he can still worship with crowds while on tour and continue to heal, Crowder is using a motorized scooter. Read More Calling all dogs and owners: Paws take over Riverview Health Centre What began with one client’s simple wish to be around dogs has grown into a cherished tradition at Riverview Health Centre. On Saturday, Sept. 20, dozens of dogs will line the street around the facility for the annual Riverview Health Centre Puppy Parade. Read More Lauren Daigle partners with IJM in fight against child exploitation Yesterday, Christian artist Lauren Daigle went on national television to share her heart in the fight against human trafficking, especially when it comes to children being exploited. Daigle appeared on Fox & Friends to talk about Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) and why she is on Capitol Hill. Read More Province commits $1M to advance ovarian cancer research in Manitoba The Manitoba government is investing a significant amount into ovarian cancer research over the next few years. Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care Minister Uzoma Asagwara announced Wednesday that $1 million will be invested over the next three years in research through Ovarian Cancer Canada and the Manitoba Ovarian Cancer Research group. Read More Mayor Gillingham honours CHVN with award, shares fall priorities for Winnipeg Winnipeg's Mayor Scott Gillingham takes time to discuss what the city will focus on as the new school year begins and autumn approaches. "I'm honoured to be here today, especially as we celebrate CHVN's 25th birthday," says Gillingham. "I've been around the city of Winnipeg for quite a while, and I can't believe it's been 25 years already that CHVN has been on the air." Read More Christian community reacts to the death of Charlie Kirk Christian artists and ministers are responding to the assassination of Charlie Kirk, an evangelical Christian and conservative activist who rallied young Americans to Donald Trump's cause. Kirk was fatally shot while speaking at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, on September 10, at 12:20 p.m. Read More 'A lifelong dream come true': CHVN’s 25th Birthday Bash crowns a winner Hundreds gathered at True North Square in downtown Winnipeg on Wednesday night to celebrate CHVN's 25th birthday with the highly anticipated Birthday Bash Grand Finale. It was a perfect September evening, with the temperature sitting at 27°C when the party kicked off, and 120 qualifiers arrived with hopes of winning one of the incredible $10,000 prizes. Read More 'It feels so great to be back': CHVN listener home after 6 months in hospital After nearly six months in Winnipeg hospitals, Steinbach’s Tasha Wiese is finally back home. Wiese, who became critically ill in March and underwent multiple amputations due to severe complications, says she returned to Steinbach on August 27. Read More ‘Hard Fought Hallelujah’ lands Brandon Lake his first country music nod The Country Music Association (CMA) and its awards show include nominations for crossover songs, such as the recent single by Brandon Lake featuring Jelly Roll, "Hard Fought Hallelujah." The CMAs are celebrating their 59th awards event this year, and earlier this week, they made the announcement for all the nominations. Read More Anne Oake Recovery Centre one step closer as province finalizes lease The Anne Oake Recovery Centre is one step closer to reality. On Thursday, the province announced it has signed a long-term lease agreement for the future site of the new facility, which will be dedicated to supporting women and families on their journey to recovery. Read More