The Willow Creek Composite High School junior high “B2” girls’ volleyball team, pictured above, took third place at the league post-season tournament in the Crowsnest Pass on Nov. 7 and 8. The “B1” girls advanced all the way to the final to take second place. Photo submitted
By George Lee, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Originally Published on Nov 13, 2025 at 11:15 A rich tapestry of western heritage unfolds beyond Alberta’s big cities and more famous destinations, providing amazing opportunities for tourists and rural entrepreneurs alike. That’s among the key messages offered up by Andrew Boitchenko, who joined cabinet last May as the province’s latest minister of tourism … Read more…
Bernice Elizabeth Postman of Granum passed away peacefully Tuesday, October 28 2025 at the age of 62 years.Bernice is survived by her husband of 34 years, James Postman; children: Merissa Petek (Dom), and Mykaila Postman; grandchildren: Nate, Leo, Myla and Ariel; siblings: Steven Petek (Rose), Jeannet Rittenhouse, Katrina Harty (Dallas) as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased … Read more…
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…