By Rob Vogt Kids should be living life, not fighting for it.That is the motivation Stavely cyclists Margaret Malchow and Ruth Sherry have to ride in the 2025 Great Cycle Challenge, a national SickKids Foundation fundraising initiative, whose motto is “Riding to kick cancer’s butt!”This is Malchow’s fourth year doing the ride. She started two years ago after being introduced … Read more…
By Jen Handley, Mayor of Nanton Much was discussed at Monday’s council meeting – if you’re curious about what’s happening in our town it’s a great meeting to watch, some significant decisions were made!Highlights include:– A presentation from the principal and vice principal of J.T. Foster School – Mr. MacDonald and Mrs. Spencer. They spoke about the culture and changes … Read more…
By Anna Smith, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Alberta Beef Producers is looking to the future following the announcement of intent to withdraw from the Canadian Cattle Association, though producers are being assured they will not see major impacts. The decision was rooted in several factors, says ABP chair Doug Roxburgh, which had been shared with the CCA prior. The organization has … Read more…
August 14, 2025 Media inquiries Agriculture research is essential to helping one of Alberta’s longest-lasting and largest sectors remain strong and continue to grow. Alberta’s agriculture sector has a well-earned reputation for making the world’s best agri-food products, from that directly benefits farmers high-quality honey to top-shelf triticale. That reputation is owed in part to innovative research the province’s two … Read more…
A Celebration of Life honouringAlan George “Al” Boe(long-term partner of Wendy Hall) who passed away at the age of 64 on November 12, 2024;will be heldSat., August 30, 2025at the Northern Lights Hall at 7 p.m.The hall is located 11 km South of Claresholm on Highway 2, and 8 km West on Meadow Creek Road.(274043 Meadow Creek Road).Bring a snack … Read more…
July 27, 1948 – August 3, 2025It is with peaceful hearts that we announce the passing of Donald Robert Holloway, age 77, of Arrowwood, Alberta, on Saturday, August 3, 2025. Don was born on July 27, 1948 in Castor, Alberta to Dave and Nancy Holloway.He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Cheryl of 53 years; their 4 children, Cameron (Nikki), … Read more…
Claresholm Fair Days took over the town from Aug. 7 to 10, with activities packing all four days. Clockwise from top left is Don Lunn cooking up some eggs at the Claresholm Legion’s breakfast on Saturday morning, Aug. 9; Oakley Larkin, enjoying one of the activities in Amundsen Park on Saturday afternoon; the The Claresholm and District Museum float, selected … Read more…