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In our profile this week, we turned the spotlight on long-time Orillia nurse Lois Gilmour, who decided to leave retirement to give COVID-19 vaccinations to local residents.
And check out a column from reporter Shawn Gibson, who speaks about the hope he felt after getting his first COVID-19 vaccination.
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And if you missed it, here's what happened last week:
Congratulations Nicole D, winner of a total lawn care package!
Congratulations Ellen S., winner of a $50 gift card from R' Cottage Restaurant!
You might remember his viral video when he mic’d up his cute son at a hockey practice or perhaps you’ve come across his hockey videos on his increasingly popular How to Hockey channels on social media. But did you know Coach Jeremy Rupke is actually from Orillia? Check out reporter Tyler Evans’ profile on the well-known hockey guru.
Reporter Marg. Bruineman, flipping around the channels, recently stumbled upon a movie, Good Grief It’s Friday - a film shot in Simcoe County, featuring local well-known characters and many popular spots from around the region. Check out her column on the locally-made flick.
