February 28, 1955 – February 5, 2026It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bill Hart of Fort Macleod on February 5, 2026. Bill was born to Orrin and Margaret Hart and was raised west of Claresholm, where he developed a strong work ethic and a lifelong love for the outdoors.Bill is survived by his loving wife, … Read more…
Rochelle Boxell, lovingly known as Mom, Grandma, and Great-Grandma, was born Marie Rochelle Plamondon on November 10, 1939, in Saint-Front, SK. She passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026 in Claresholm, AB and was reunited at last with the love of her life, her husband Reginald Russell Boxell.Rochelle was the cherished daughter of Robert and Flora Plamondon and sister to … Read more…
By Rob VogtIt was an emotional Sunday night down at Stavely Arena as a hockey club and community paid tribute to three players who lost their lives in a motor vehicle crash on Feb. 2.Family, friends, and supporters from across the hockey community gathered on Feb. 8 to pay tribute to the memory of Southern Alberta Mustang players Caden Fine, … Read more…
By Rob VogtAs a new year gets into full swing, the Municipal District of Willow Creek has reviewed the 2026 calendar and requires a number of changes to meeting dates.At its Jan. 14 meeting, council agreed to make the following changes to council meeting dates in 2026:• May 6 instead of May 13.• Aug. 19 instead of Aug. 26.• Nov … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Willow Creek Composite High School senior varsity boys’ basketball team went all the way to the final of their home tournament.The school hosted the annual Cobra Classic on Feb. 6 and 7, welcoming teams from Sparwood, Fort Macleod, Pincher Creek, Olds, and Three Hills.The Cobras opened on Friday morning, Feb. 6, with a 101-81 win over the … Read more…
By David GaleSurrounded by players, billet families, biological families, team staff and friends, Southern Alberta Mustangs spokesperson, Jennifer Handley, delivered an emotional statement to media Tuesday afternoon following the deaths of three players in a highway collision Monday, Feb. 2.Handley clarified the organization’s position, requested privacy for grieving families, and encouraged the public to support an official GoFundMe established for … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Claresholm RCMP responded to a suspected bomb threat at Willow Creek Composite High School last week, that had the entire school evacuate to the Claresholm Community Centre.In the end, it turned out to be a false alarm.The Claresholm RCMP reported that on Jan. 30, at 11 a.m., they responded to a report of a bomb threat at Willow … Read more…