Steel – Danny Lawrence Steel of Brooks, Alberta passed away in Brooks on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at the age of 66 years.Danny was born in Claresholm, Alberta on May 10th, 1959, son of John Lewis and Younne Horner. He spent his youth in Claresholm and graduated from Willow Creek Composite High School.Danny married Kathleen King on November 21, 1992, … Read more…
The recently elected mayor and council for the Town of Claresholm was sworn in at a ceremony in council champers on Monday, Nov. 3. From left are Couns. Craig Zimmer; Seth Wagner; and Kandice Meister; Mayor Brad Schlossberger; and Couns. Rod Kettles; David Knox; and Kieth Carlson. For related story please see page two Photo by Rob Vogt
By David GaleThere’s a certain buzz around town and it’s not just the holiday season approaching. The Claresholm Arts Society is preparing to raise the curtain on “Annie”, the beloved classic about hope, family, and finding your place in the world.This production marks the organization’s 14th show and its 11th musical, another milestone in a decade-long effort to bring performing … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Town of Nanton is seeking community input on a proposed update of the town’s traffic bylaw.The new bylaw would revise and replace the current 2019 bylaw that is in need of several updates.The town wants to hear from the community on the critical regulations of bylaws that ensure the safety, health, and well-being of residents and businesses.While … Read more…
By Tim Bryson Co-coach, WCCHS Cobras football teamThe Willow Creek Composite High School Cobras punched their ticket to 3A provincial football playoffs with a hard fought 36-7 win over Crescent Heights Vikings last Friday, Nov. 7, at the Snake Pit.Coming off a four-week layoff resulting from the ATA strike/lockout, the team had only been able to put in six formal … Read more…
The 2025 poppy campaign kicked off on Friday, Oct. 31 at the Claresholm branch of the Royal Canadian Legion with the Mayors of Claresholm and Stavely receiving the first poppies. From left are Duane Southgate, second vice-president of the Legion; Mary Walsh, first vice-president; Ramona Whittingham, mayor of Stavely; Brad Schlossberger, mayor of Claresholm; Leonard Weiss, president; and Brian Thibeau, … Read more…
By Rob VogtA familiar face will be leading the council of the Municipal District of Willow Creek for another year.At its organizational meeting on Oct. 31, council elected Maryanne Sandberg, councillor for Division 3, reeve for another year.“I will do my best,” she said. “And work with you all.”Glen Alm, councillor for Division 4 was elected deputy reeve for another year.“Thanks … Read more…