Your guide to a smarter back-to-school season

(NC) With students starting to fill their backpacks and their schedules, the back-to-school season is set to begin – it’s an exciting and sometimes overwhelming time.Whether you’re prepping school lunches, managing health needs or heading off to college yourself, these practical tips will help students and families ease into the season.Allergy awareness in the classroomSending kids to school means more … Read more

Provincial high school sports association re-brands itself

By Rob Vogt Out with the Alberta Schools Athletic Association and in with School Sport Alberta.The provincial governing body for high school sports has undergone a re-branding.On Aug. 18, The Alberta Schools’ Athletic Association announced the historic rebrand: effective immediately, the organization will be known as School Sport Alberta.This refreshed identity marks a bold step forward for the nearly 70-year-old … Read more

Nanton Nite Rodeo champions

By Rob Vogt With six events in the books, the Nanton Nite Rodeo has crowned its champions.Events took place July 1, 5, and 10, and Aug. 7 with the finals on Aug. 12.When the dust settled, the champions for 2025 are: High point standing • Willow Kingsmith, junior high point champion girl.• Braiden Koch, junior high point champion boy.• Chase … Read more

RUSH, DEAN

Dean William Rush, a beloved son, and friend, passed away on August 11, 2025, in Fort St. John, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Born on July 11, 1970, in Edmonton, Dean was the cherished son of Lenora Balazs and the late William Roy Rush. He is survived by his loving mother, Lenora (Dennis) of Lundbreck, … Read more