Milligan, Anthony Lanier II return to Riders' lineup
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Some key players are back for the Riders as they get ready to host the Redblacks on Saturday at 1 p.m.
8:30 – Students in Saskatchewan’s K-12 schools will return for in-person classes as early as Sept. 1. Education Minister Gordon Wyant made the announcement Tuesday, saying health and safety continues to be their priority. While the goal is to return to class as normal, a number of backup plans are in place, and potential adjustments to schools could include online learning, alternative entrances, or staggered class times. Wyant joins Drew to discuss the return to school for Saskatchewan students.
LIVE: Gordon Wyant, Saskatchewan education minister and deputy premier.
9:00 – The Hour of the Big Stories… Open Session
10:00 – David Pratt, vice-chief with the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations, joins Drew for a conversation on racism in Saskatchewan and in police forces. Pratt, whose family has a long history in policing, says there are many success stories but racism has sadly become a major problem and even become systemic in some cases. Pratt joins Drew to discuss some of the incidents of racism that he’s seen and experienced throughout his life, and how we can work together to eliminate these issues from society.
LIVE: David Pratt, vice-chief with the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations.
11:00 – It’s time for Saskatchewan’s Smartest Radio Listener! Powered by Minhas Distillery, Winery & Brewery. Your chance for fame, acclaim and to prove just how smart you are. Not only do you get bragging rights, you’ll win a $50 gift card from Minhas Distillery, Winery & Brewery, with locations in Regina and Saskatoon.
11:30 – Which band or artist do you wish you could have seen performing in their prime? Drew says for him the answer is Bruce Springsteen. Call or text 1-877-332-8255 and let us know which group you would love to have seen and why!
12:00 – Jenn Sharp, Saskatchewan food activist and author of “Flat Out Delicious: Your Definitive Guide to Saskatchewan’s Food Artisans,” says buying good food can be a challenge, as many of our markets are overflowing with cheap, imported, hyper-processed foods. She’s starting a new web series called “Flat Out Food: Eat Better,” featuring Saskatchewan food artisans and aiming to encourage people in this province to get curious about their food and learn more about local producers. The first episode is set to launch Thursday, and Sharp joins Drew to tell him more.
LIVE: Jenn Sharp, author and food activist.