Carol Alison Parsons peacefully passed away at age 83 on October 20, 2025, in Claresholm, Alberta, surrounded by love as she transitioned to her new residence in heaven.Carol met her diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease with courage and elegance, choosing to “laugh until she forgets what she was laughing about.”Born in Busby, Alberta in 1942, Carol was the youngest of seven … Read more…
We are deeply saddened to announce that our beloved father, Wendelin Francis Heck Jr. (Wendel), has been called home to God, his Savior. He passed away peacefully on October 21, 2025, with his daughter at his side, after valiantly battling cancer for many years. With unwavering faith, Wendelin embodied an extraordinary blend of grace and strength, leaving a lasting mark on our … Read more…
Ronald Trafford Davis, beloved husband of Hellen, father of Jim, Linda, John (Rhonda) and Bob (Robyn); grandfather of 12; and great-grandfather of 20; passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2025 in Calgary. He was 96. He was preceded in death by his parents, Telford Thomas and Hilda Mary Pinnegar Davis; three sisters and their husbands: Nancy (Bill) Cutt, Joan (Don) … Read more…
The Claresholm Social Centre hosted a Halloween-themed music party on Sunday, Oct. 26, attracting more than 30 people to listen to some great local music. Here, Rod Venables and Shelly Hughes perform. Photo by Rob Vogt
By Rob Vogt The provincial government has ordered teachers back to work, and classes will resume Wednesday. The government passed the Back to School Act on Tuesday, Oct. 28, imposing a four-year agreement covering approximately 51,000 teachers, in effect from Sept. 1, 2024, to Aug. 31, 2028. The province said the terms match a memorandum of understanding reached Sept. 23 between the Teachers … Read more…
By Rob Vogt A quilt can be a powerful tool, not just providing warmth but comfort and a sense of security. A group of quilters in Claresholm has joined a national effort to make quilts for the survivors of residential schools and other trauma. “Sew 4 Fun” of Claresholm is lead by Angie George, who said Quilts for Survivors was started in 2021 … Read more…
By David Gale Music lovers in the Foothills region are invited to an afternoon of “Joyful Notes” on Sunday, Nov. 2, as acclaimed organist and pianist John Vandenbeld performs at the Nanton United Church from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. This family-friendly concert, presented by the United Church Women of Nanton, will feature a wide range of music from classical and semi-classical selections to hymns, spirituals, … Read more…