By Rob VogtClaresholm really has talent – for performing, and for pulling together to help its own.On Saturday night, Feb. 24, Claresholm’s Talent Competition took place at Casa Roma Pizza and Steak House Restaurant.Eduardo Fuentes took first place with his magic act; Chris Slevin and Ruby Koevort were second with a roof-raising duet; and Jude harrison was third, performing “Empty … Read more…
By Dave LuenebergShootin’ the Breeze Reporter | Local Journalism Initiative ___________________________________________ British Columbia’s Interior Health Authority is worried that a dangerous form of down hasmade its way into the East Kootenay and, possibly, Alberta. Also sold as dope or fentanyl, the pinkish-purple chunks contain extremely high concentrations of fentanyl and benzodiazepine.According to a statement from IH, there is a high … Read more…
It is with great sadness that the family and friends of Donna Elizabeth (Booker) Hoffman, born September 28, 1936, share the news of her passing on February 11, 2024 in Fort Macleod, AB. Donna leaves behind her sons: George Eyre and John Eyre. She was predeceased by her late husband Wilfred Hoffman, and son Vernon Eyre. Donna was the last … Read more…
September 28, 1925 – February 18, 2024 After spending 98 years on this earthly plane of existence, it is with our sadness and her joy that Ann Reindl has gone to the heavenly plane to meet her Heavenly Father and be greeted by her departed family – husband, Paul, sons, Terry and Tom and many sisters, brothers, sisters and brothers-in-law … Read more…
By Rob VogtWomen do so much in their homes and their community without much, if any, recognition.Now, is your chance to recognize women who have made a difference both at home and the community.Nominations are being accepted for the Claresholm 2024 International Women Awards until Friday, March 1.The awards were started in Claresholm by Mary Holgate who won a similar … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Willow Creek Composite High School junior high “A” boys’ basketball team completed a perfect season in the South West Junior High Athletic Association by winning the post-season tournament this past weekend after finishing unbeaten and first in the regular season.The Cobras hosted the post-season tournament on Feb. 16 and 17 welcoming teams from Nanton, Fort Macleod, two … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe message was clear: women need to look out for each other and look after themselves.More than 60 women gathered at the Claresholm Social Centre on Saturday, Feb. 17, for a “Women and heart disease awareness evening” presented by the social centre and Mary Holgate.The evening featured a number of guest speakers covering various aspects of heart health.Heart … Read more…