First responders play vital role in M.D. of Willow Creek

By Rob VogtThe role of firefighters has evolved over time.Once primarily concerned with answering fire calls and motor vehicle collisions, the role has expanded to involve so much more as first responders.“You’re expected to be a jack of all trades,” said Kelly Starling, emergency services manager for the Municipal District of Willow Creek.That includes fires, medical calls, motor vehicle collisions, … Read more

‘B’ Cobras take third at home tournament

By Rob VogtThe Willow Creek Composite High School junior high “B” girls volleyball team took third last week in their home tournament.The Cobras hosted five teams in a tournament on Friday, Oct. 4.In round-robin play, they split with F.P. Walshe of Fort Macleod, losing 25-13 then rebounding to win 25-19.The Cobras also split with Crowsnest Consolidated High School of the Crowsnest … Read more

Updated animal control by-law prepares for wild boars

By Mickey Dumont While not yet wreaking havoc and destruction in the MD of Willow Creek, its animal control by-law is being updated so a plan is in place to deal with wild boars (feral pigs) should they migrate into the municipal district.Chief administrative officer Derrick Krizsan told the agricultural service board (ASB) at its Sept. 25 meeting, “We should … Read more

Community centre upgrades to begin in mid-January

By Rob VogtThe Claresholm Community Centre main hall and meeting room will be closed from mid-January to mid-April for renovations.The lodge room hall will be available for bookings as usual.On Sept. 9, Claresholm town council awarded a contract for $405,000 plus GST to Nitro Construction of Lethbridge County for the upgrade project.Carmelle Steel, of the Claresholm Community Centre board of … Read more