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Murray Wood: October is a special time on the prairies

By CKOM News Oct 8, 2025 | 7:26 AM

Murray Wood is celebrating October, as we enjoy the last days of warm weather before the winter hits. In Saskatchewan, Wood says October is always a glorious time as harvest wraps up and bird hunting begins.

Murray Wood delivers sharp, insightful commentary with a blend of wit, skepticism and straight talk. Whether he’s exposing political maneuvering, celebrating cultural icons or unpacking life’s everyday quirks, he never holds back.

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Tues., Oct. 1: Between the red-hot Saskatchewan Roughriders, the Toronto Blue Jays and the start of the new NHL season, Murray Wood says it feels like Christmas for sports fans right now, and the Green Zone gang is loving it.

Mon., Oct. 6: Murray Wood says WestJet’s plan to charge travellers for the privilege of reclining their seats is just the latest example of airlines wringing every dime they possibly can out of their customers.

Fri., Oct. 3: Every Friday, Murray Wood takes a look at the week’s news and decides who’s hot, and who’s not. This week’s list includes the hike to Saskatchewan’s minimum wage and a lack of police transparency.

Thurs., Oct. 2: Regina is asking people to complete a survey on pet control that includes a question about banning breeds of dogs. Murray Wood says anyone who is concerned about violent dogs should focus on the owners.

Wed., Oct. 1: Murray Wood says he’s noted a decline in community spirit in some parts of the province recently, but a train ride between Ogema and Pangman in south-central Saskatchewan has him reconsidering.