By Rob VogtClaresholm town council has authorized administration to purchase a power rake attachment for the town’s bobcat skid steer at a cost not to exceed $20,000, funded from the town’s common equipment reserve.The decision came at council’s March 9 meeting, after they heard a report from Jace McLean, the town’s director of infrastructure.He explained administration was seeking approval to … Read more…
By Rob VogtIt is a story of resilience and hope.Bob Wilkie was a talented hockey player, the ideal blend of size, speed and talent, on the track towards playing professional hockey.Then, on Dec. 30, 1986, the unthinkable happened.Wilkie was playing for the Swift Current Broncos when their team bus crashed on an icy road.Four of Wilkie’s teammates – Trent Kresse, … Read more…
By Rob VogtA teacher at Willow Creek Composite High School in Claresholm has been nominated by the Livingstone Range School Division for the 2026 Alberta School Boards Association’s Edwin Parr Teacher Award.On March 13, the division announced it nominated MacKenzie Martin for the award which honours outstanding first-year teachers in Alberta.Robert Rodgers, principal at Willow Creek Composite High School, said … Read more…
Reader Anna L. Cairns submitted these photos she took on March 16 depicting the lovely fresh snow on her old farmstead west of Nanton.
By Rob VogtThree very special women were honoured with awards on International Women’s Day this past weekend.A gala event was held on Sunday, March 8, at the Claresholm Social Centre, where the awards were presented.The Woman of Inspiration was Kendis Kirkendall, honoured for sharing her talents, skills and advice to help others reach their goals in their life journey and/or … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe second weekend in August will be here before you know it, so planning is well under way by the Claresholm Fair Board for the 2026 Claresholm and District Bench Show.This year’s bench show will take place on Friday night, Aug. 7 and Saturday, Aug. 8 at a venue that is yet to be determined.The bench show is … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Stavely and District Museum has undergone a transformation that will enhance the experience for visitors.The room to the east, euphemistically called the “lean-to”, has been completely re-done.The room has been insulated and painted, with the assistance of a corporate grant of $7,170.The room has been cleaned up, and re-organized, making it easier for visitors to move through … Read more…