It is with great sadness we share the passing of Jack Vernon Derochie, of Claresholm, who has died at the age of 94.Jack was born at home west of Stavely in 1929 to Jack & Thelma Derochie, the second of four children. He grew up in the community and attended school in Claresholm and Stavely. His early years were filled … Read more…
With deep sadness, the family of Michael Allen Olmstead announce the sudden passing of their son, father & grandfather. Michael was born in Claresholm, AB on February 4, 1970 and passed away peacefully, at the age of 53, on November 30, 2023.Michael is survived by his son, Michael Jr.; daughters: Sarah (Kyle); Jamie and Adeline, along with two grandchildren: Tristan … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe provincial government is commissioning a study on drought to help the province manage Alberta’s water supply.On Dec. 1, Alberta Environment and Protected areas issued a release stating they have issued a request for proposal to enhance drought modelling and help the province prepare for 2024.It was noted Alberta relies on melting snow and rain for most of … Read more…
By Rob VogtSchools in Claresholm, Stavely and Granum have been working hard the last few weeks getting ready for their annual Christmas concerts.In Claresholm, West Meadow Elementary School will be hosting their Winter Wonderland Holiday Concert on Thursday, Dec. 21.In order to accommodate everyone who wants to come, there will be two concerts – one at 10 a.m., for families … Read more…
By Rob VogtWillow Creek Composite High School is just one of three schools in Alberta selected to participate in a unique challenge.Edison Motors, of Merritt, B.C, is putting on a competition for high schools that will have each school build an electric go-kart, and compete in a series of challenges.Teacher Mark Oakes said the Edison High School EV Challenge will … Read more…
By Rob VogtIt was the second straight tournament championship for the Willow Creek Composite High School junior high “A” boys’ basketball team.After winning a tournament in Pincher Creek last weekend, the Cobras travelled to F.P. Walshe School in Fort Macleod on Dec. 8 and 9, where they won the championship there too.In their first game, against F.P. Walshe, they had … Read more…
By Rob VogtBrian Hadden wants to share his love of woodworking with the community.Consequently, he is making various hand-crafted wood products such as cribbage boards and boards for sandwiches available to community organizations to use in raffles, silent auctions, live auctions or any other fundraising purpose.The only thing he asks in return is that a minimum price is set that … Read more…