By Rob VogtIt all started 20 years ago when a bunch of friends and brothers met in the basement of the Stavely Hotel.Bull rider Glen Keeley had died four years earlier, and they thought it was time to honour his life and his legacy.The result was the Glen Keeley Memorial Bull Riding, which has been entertaining crowds and making a … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Municipal District of Willow Creek has voted to join the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, an organization that advocates on behalf of all municipalities to the federal government.The decision came after a discussion at the M.D. council’s Aug. 9 meeting that started in open session before continuing behind closed doors.Coun. Earl Hemmaway questioned what the M.D. received from … Read more…
January 3, 1934 – July 30, 2023 Wayne McAlister passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 30, 2023 at the Willow Creek Continuing Care Center.As per Wayne’s request, no Service will be held.Our family would like to thank Willow Creek staff for their kindness and compassion.In lieu of flowers, a donation in Wayne’s memory may be made to Willow Creek Continuing … Read more…
By Rob VogtThere will be a lot to see and do when Claresholm opens its doors to the world for its annual Fair Days weekend.“I think it’s our biggest Fair Days to date,” said Megan McClung, the town’s engagement coordinator who is overseeing the planning. “It’s definitely going to be four full days.”This year’s theme is “The Good Old Days” as … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe provincial government wants to re-think its plan for renewable energy.Consequently, on Aug. 3, it announced starting that same day, the Alberta Utilities Commission will pause approvals of new renewable electricity generation projects over one megawatt until Feb. 29, 2024, and review policies and procedures for the development of renewable electricity generation.It was noted Alberta is Canada’s leader … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe clock will turn back to the late 1800s next week when cowboy action shooters with names such as “Alberta Annie”, “Southwest Trapper”, and “Greenhorn Slim” will gather in the hills west of Granum to determine who will be the national champions.From Aug. 15 to 20, the Porcupine Hills Shadow Riders, the local club, will present the “Shadow … Read more…
Flora “Jean” WalkerJanuary 12, 1935 ~ July 23, 2023It is with great sadness that the family of Flora “Jean” Walker must announce her passing on the date of July 23, 2023, peacefully surrounded by family. Jean was born in Medicine Hat on January 12, 1935, and grew up on her family farm outside of Bow Island. In May of 1956 … Read more…