Community mosaic mural project under way

By Rob VogtThe Welcoming Claresholm Committee is asking community members to let their inner artist shine and become part of their community mosaic mural project.Amanda Zimmer, secretary of the committee, said the mural will show the community’s inclusiveness, diversity and sense of belonging.The mural is a large image of a tree, made up of numbered squares. Each square will be … Read more

ESKELAND, Dwight

1955-2024 Dwight Thomas Eskeland, passed away peacefully at the Claresholm General Hospital, on Saturday, March 2nd, 2024 at the age of 69 years. He was born January 20th, 1955 in Lethbridge.He grew up on the farm at Stavely. He went to school in Stavely and Claresholm, where he also played school sports, hockey and baseball.Dwight was a very social person … Read more

Council advised of water information session

By Rob VogtA group of concerned citizens in the Municipal District of Willow Creek has organized an evening to provide information on water, drought, and the threat of wildfire.Roy Penniket and Rod Brunes, who are part of the Chinook Watershed Crew, appeared as a delegation at Claresholm town council’s March 11 meeting to explain what they have planned, and request … Read more

Big changes coming in high school football in 2024

By Tim Bryson, Co-coach, WCCHS Cobras footballAs spring approaches, it’s a good time to look forward to the 2024 high school football season, especially as there are some massive changes taking place this year.Since 1998, high school football teams have been assigned into different tiers, based on school population. The concept is like how other high school teams are designated, … Read more

Hartley, Ryan Adam

July 22, 1980 – March 2, 2024 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ryan Adam Hartley, who tragically lost his life in a snowmobiling accident near Thorsby, AB, at the tender age of 43.Ryan’s journey began in Claresholm, AB, where his love for the countryside, dirt biking, and mechanics blossomed during his time at WCCHS. … Read more