By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer A long-time fixture in the Stavely community, who died a few months ago, has been named this year’s Stavely Citizen of the Year. During the intermission of the Stavely Amateur Rodeo on Aug. 28, Ian Sundquist of the Stavely Elks, announced that Ron Marshall had been named the Stavely Citizen of the Year for … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer If you want to see a local business recognized for its hard work or customer service, there is still time to nominate them for one of the business awards offered by the Claresholm and District Chamber of Commerce. “It’s a way for us to recognize and celebrate out local business,” said Amanda Zimmer, president of … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer It is an opportunity for you to sign up yourself or your kids for fall activities, all under one roof. The Claresholm Skating Club is hosting its annual registration fair on Wednesday, Sept. 8, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Claresholm Arena. Amanda Zimmer, of the skating club, said organizations are still … Read more…
Cases in Alberta 246,674 Total cases 1,076 Cases on August 24 235,822 Recovered cases 2,356 Deaths 8,496 Active cases* 284 In hospital 59 In intensive care** 5,055,591 Total tests completed 11,747 Tests on August 24 2,302,251 People tested 5,511,274 Vaccine doses as of August 24 Updated August 25. Numbers are current as of end-of-day August 24. Case numbers are updated daily Monday to Friday. *Active cases include both community cases and … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Claresholm Arena came alive this past weekend with the sights and sounds of a Young Creators Market. The event, which took place Saturday, Aug. 21, was organized by Megan McClung and Naomi Bullock, who want to foster the entrepreneurial spirit in young people. The market featured 31 tables with youth ranging in age … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer Canadians will go to the polls to elect a new federal government on Sept. 20, 2021. On Aug. 15, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visited Governor General Mary Simon, asking her to dissolve Parliament and requesting an election be held. Voting takes place on Sept. 20 with advanced polls to be held on Sept. 10, … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Municipal Planning Commission of the Municipal District of Willow Creek wants more information before deciding whether to approve an application by the Hutterian Brethren Church of Granum for a new colony east of Claresholm. At its Aug. 11 meeting, the commission reviewed an application to establish a new colony at the west half … Read more…