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

International Women Awards winners

By Rob VogtSix worthy individuals are the winners of the Claresholm 2024 International Women Awards.The award were presented on Friday, March 8, by Mary Holgate who spoke on behalf of the committee who chose the recipients.“The community stands behind you,” she said. “And cares about you all.”More than 40 nominations were submitted, and the winners are:• Tina Rittinger, volunteer at the … Read more

RCMP report for the month of February

The following complaints/calls for service were made to the Claresholm RCMP Detachment during the month of February, 2024. Not every call/file is listed below, but just the most relevant ones. Some complaints received were later determined to be unfounded.Traffic related• One traffic collision resulting in non-fatal injuries;• Five reportable traffic collisions;• Seven non-reportable traffic collisions;• 11 charges for speeding;• 10 … Read more

Claresholm’s annual Winterfest promises a lot to see and do

By Rob VogtThe Claresholm Community Centre will come alive with a day and evening of exciting activities and events as the 2024 Winterfest takes place this weekend.“It’s going to be so fun this year,” said Megan McClung, engagement coordinator for the Town of Claresholm.The action takes place at the community centre on Saturday, March 16 from 11 a.m. to 3 … Read more

Province to take agriculture first approach to renewable energy

By Rob VogtThe provincial government has announced changes to the rules governing the development of renewable energy, and its says it will take an agriculture-first approach.On Feb. 28, the province announced the following changes:Agricultural lands• The Alberta Utilities Commission will take an “agriculture first” approach when evaluating the best use of agricultural lands proposed for renewables development.• Alberta will no … Read more