It is with great sadness that we announce that Jim Sandy passed away peacefully, with family at his side, at the South Health Campus in Calgary on September 1, 2024. He had just turned 83.Jim was born August 17, 1941 in Edmonton and was the chosen son of Leonard and Evelyn Sandy. He grew up on the family’s small ranch … Read more…
Nellie “Leona” Schmid passed away in Claresholm on September 3, 2024, at the age of 84.She will be deeply missed by her husband of 55 years, Wayne Schmid, her children, Sandra Bos and her husband, Ted; Kim Burke; Burke Schmid and his wife Holly; her grandchildren, Wyatt Girouard (Kesha), Ty and Layne Lindberg, Joel and, Cal Schmid, and her great … Read more…
Judith “Judy”Burdella Lind Van Dellen passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on August 22nd 2024 with her daughter at her side.Judith was preceded in death by her husband Roger (1993) and her daughter Karen (2008).She is survived by her son Forbes (Yvonne) and their three children: Michele (Richard) and three children; Troy and his three children; and Jason (Beth-Anna) … Read more…
By Rob VogtIt was the perfect day as people came from far and wide to continue the Marathon of Hope.A crowd gathered at the Claresholm Fire Hall on Sunday, Sept. 15, in anticipation of the 44th renewal of the Terry Fox Run.It commemorates the efforts of Terry Fox who endeavoured to run across Canada to raise awareness and funds for … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Claresholm Social Centre opened its door to the public this weekend to show everyone what they have to offer.The centre held an open house on Saturday, Sept. 14, and centre president Marian Rooney said they wanted to let people know about the different activities going on.Just some of those activities include:• Quilting;• Mahjong;• Chair yoga and nia … Read more…
By Tim Bryson Co-coach, WCCHS Cobras football teamIt’s been an unusual start to an unusual season, but in the end, the Willow Creek Composite High School Cobras football team was back in action this past week with a scrimmage win over Brooks and a loss to provincial power Cardston.During the spring, the team struggled to get numbers out to practice … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Claresholm Community Centre came alive withy song and dance this past weekend as the Claresholm Arts Society held auditions for their production of “Mary Poppins”.Auditions were held on Friday, Sept. 13, and Saturday, Sept. 14, with the cast announced earlier this week.“Mary Poppins” will take it audience on a trip to 1910 England.Jack-of-all trades, Bert, introduces everyone … Read more…