Music with a message

The Willow Creek Gospel Music Jamboree took place under the big tent at Granview Park in Granum from July 17 to 19, featuring music, praise and much more. Clockwise from top left are the Daae Family; master of ceremonies Elliott Fleck; Joyful Melody; just some of the praise given on the weekend; Tehilla Worship from Calgary; and Gospel Echoes Canada … Read more

Town council sends artificial intelligence policy to committee for further discussion

By Rob VogtCiting the need for further discussion, Claresholm town council has sent to committee a draft policy governing the use of generative artificial intelligence.At its June 22 meeting, council heard a presentation from Patrick Gaede, the town’s municipal intern, presenting the draft policy.He explained as artificial intelligence continues to develop, administration has determined a policy is required to safeguard, … Read more

Navigating all the aspects of estate planning as a blended family

Many families are beautifully complex, formed by second marriages, remarriages, or cohabiting relationships, and often include children from previous relationships. These “blended families” bring a unique richness to our communities. However, when it comes to estate planning, this complexity requires careful consideration. For all families, planning for the future is crucial, but for blended families, it takes on an added … Read more

Garage saling Saturday

Sparta House held a pancake breakfast and garage sale on Saturday, July 11, to raise funds for programs and awareness of what Sparta House does. Here, Bruce Luft peruses just some of the items on sale. Sparta House is a welcoming and non-judgmental mental health clubhouse where adult members with mental illness can take part in various programs, build friendships … Read more

M.D. updated on status of infrastructure projects

By Rob VogtThe Municipal District of Willow Creek continues to work on several capital projects throughout the municipality, including roads, bridges, and more.At M.D. council’s June 24 meeting, council was updated by Craig Pittman, the M.D.’s director of infrastructure, on the projects as follows:Moon River Estates two new water wellsThis project involves the replacement of two groundwater wells, which are … Read more

Happy Canada Day!

Claresholm and Granum both came alive on July 1 with Canada Day celebrations offering something for everyone throughout the day and into the evening. From left are Cecilie Fleming, the Granum area councillor with the Municipal District of Willow Creek, and Chelsae Petrovic, MLA for Livingstone-Macleod, cutting the official Canada Day cake in the Homesteader at Granview Park in Granum. … Read more