Bruce County Morning Brief — Wednesday, September 16, 2026

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

Civic The Secord family has launched legal proceedings against the Municipality of Kincardine over the destruction of the historic Dr. Solomon Secord Monument, with David J.R. Secord and Corporation Athabasca named as plaintiffs. Kincardine Record

Saugeen Shores Council met September 14; a summary of highlights is posted on the municipality’s website. Saugeen Shores

Health A coalition report says both Owen Sound MRI machines sit closed overnight while the province funds private clinics, and operating rooms in Southampton and Wiarton are running only part-time. Owen Sound Current

Tourism & Events Bruce County has reopened its Spark Program, offering grants to support new local tourism ideas; applications are now open. CKNX News Today

The International Plowing Match runs September 22–26 at Bruce Road 3 and Durham Road, featuring a combine demolition derby, square-dancing tractors, and a large Bruce County corn maze. Owen Sound Current

The Saugeen Culture Bus Tour returns for a third consecutive fall, bringing visitors to cultural destinations across the region. CKNX News Today

Community South Bruce Peninsula has named a new Wiarton Willie, the municipality’s albino groundhog weather forecaster; the new resident’s first official prediction is set for February 2, 2027. CKNX News Today

The Saugeen Shores Municipal Heritage Committee has selected two recipients for the 2026 Heritage Conservation Award, recognizing volunteerism in preserving local heritage. Saugeen Times

The 46th annual Saugeen Shores Terry Fox Run takes place this Sunday at 1 p.m. at Port Elgin’s Lions’ Pavilion; the community raised over $40,000 last year. Owen Sound Current

Around the county — Kincardine: watermain break on McLeod Ave repaired Sept. 15 (notice); lagoon aeration system trial update issued (notice); nominations for Afro Caribbean Youth Awards close Sept. 20, with ceremony Oct. 24 (notice).