By Rob Vogt Cell phones, television and radio channels, and much more will light up at 1:55 p.m. today (Wednesday, Nov. 20), with an emergency alert test.On Nov. 18, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Services Mike Ellis issued a statement on the upcoming Alberta Emergency Alert test, explaining that on Nov. 20, Alberta will be participating in a test … Read more…
By Rob Vogt As people gathered at Raymond’s Restaurant in Nanton on Saturday night, they were looking not only to enjoy the Chinese food buffet but a night of comedy.Since June, monthly comedy shows, including an open mic session, have been taking place.They have been organized by Aaron Cheshire of Stavely.“I want to get the community together and showcase their … Read more…
By Rob Vogt The Willow Creek Composite High School senior varsity girls’ volleyball team closed out their season with a trip to the Alberta Schools Athletic Association 2A South Zone playoffs in Lethbridge.The Cobras were ranked sixth of seven teams in the South Zone.Since only six teams play in the South Zone tournament, the Cobras had to play a challenge or … Read more…
By Rob Vogt A Stavely man is facing several charges after the RCMP recovered stolen property following a suspicious vehicle investigation.On Nov. 15 , the police issued a release stating on Nov. 6, 2024 at about 10:45 p.m., the High River RCMP responded to a call regarding a suspicious vehicle that appeared to be lurking and checking out other vehicles.The … Read more…
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By Rob Vogt Being a member of the Canadian Armed Forces can be hard, but it is a rewarding experience.That was just part of the message delivered by the guest speaker at Willow Creek Composite High School’s Remembrance Day service on Thursday, Nov. 7.Corporal Brittany Gallaway of the 20th Independent Field Battery Artillery Unit in Lethbridge, and a member of … Read more…
By Rob Vogt It was seniors’ night for the Willow Creek Composite High School senior varsity girls’ volleyball team, as they said goodbye to two graduating Grade 12 players.The Cobras hosted the F.P. Walshe Flyers in their regular season home finale on Tuesday, Nov. 5.Before the teams played though, Cobra Head Coach JoAnna Sutter recognized Sadie Lybbert and Paiton Hurlburt … Read more…