In Loving Memory ofWade Allen GustmanIt is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Wade Allen Gustman, who passed away on July 25, 2026, at the age of 63.Born on May 12, 1963, Wade lived a life defined by his love for family, the outdoors, and the simple joys that brought people together. An avid hunter and fisherman, … Read more…
It is with profound sadness that the family of Tammy (Tomena) Jean Ford announces her peaceful passing on July 29, 2026, at approximately 5:00 p.m.Born on June 18, 1945, in Toronto, ON to William Burns Heard and Stella (Panagapko) Heard, her childhood was spent in various locations in Saskatchewan.In her adult years, she relocated to Calgary where she spent many … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe announcement was shrouded in mystery.An ad in the Local Press simply said “The Claresholm and District Museum has a massive announcement!” on Aug. 2.Visitors arrived to discover an exhibit created by the World Famous Gopher Hole Museum in Torrington specifically for the Claresholm museum.With Claresholm Fair Days running this Thursday to Sunday, the exhibit commemorates the occasion.It … Read more…
By Rob VogtWhether vacationing, working, or taking a quick trip to run errands, drivers will be sharing the road with commercial vehicles, as more Albertans will be traveling on the highways this summer season.Commercial and passenger vehicle safety is critical to avoiding unnecessary risks while on the road. The Claresholm RCMP offers these tips to stay safe:Commercial drivers:• Complete pre-trip … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Municipal District of Willow Creek team finished fourth at the most recent Southern Alberta Summer games.The team, made up of competitors from Claresholm, Stavely, Granum, Nanton, Fort Macleod and the surrounding area travelled to the County of 40 Mile for the games which were held from July 8 to 11.Willow Creek ended up with 39 gold medals, … Read more…
By Rob VogtClaresholm’s annual Fair Days weekend actually gets going tomorrow night, Aug. 6, in downtown Amundsen Park.This year’s theme is “Road Trip to Claresholm” and entries for the bench show, or fair, will be accepted from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Claresholm Arena.Much of the attention will be downtown starting at 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. when … Read more…
William (Bill) George Bach, MD, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, physician, and deacon, passed away on July 26, 2026.He was born on December 29, 1936, in Carmangay, Alberta, to Leonard and Josephine Bach. He grew up on a wheat farm with a hard-working father and a mother who served as a local schoolteacher. Bill attended the University of … Read more…