Chamber recognizes ‘Best of Claresholm’

By Rob VogtThe Claresholm and District Chamber of Commerce handed out its “Best of Claresholm” awards at a mix and mingle social last week.The sold-out event attracted 112 people to the Claresholm Social Centre on Friday night, Jan. 23, to see local individuals and businesses recognized in 10 categories.Jordie Bronson, president of the chamber of commerce, said the awards received … Read more

Nominations open for Best of Claresholm awards

By Rob VogtThe Claresholm and District Chamber of Commerce is still accepting nominations for its The Best of Claresholmawards. Details and nomination forms are available on the chamber website at https://claresholmchamber.ca/awards. Winners will be announced at an event on a date yet to be determined. Local businesses will be recognized in the following categories: Community Builder AwardThis category is open to all … Read more

Minimal impact expected, Alberta Beef Producers says following CCA membership withdrawal

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

Growing and diversifying ag research

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

Farmers market closes

By Rob Vogt It is the end of an era – for now.Barbara Uhl, manager of the Claresholm Farmers Market, announced last week there will be no market this year.Uhl has been there from the beginning.For 41 years, the market has offered fresh vegetables, baking, and more on Wednesday afternoons in various locations including the arena, downtown parking lot, museum … Read more