By Rob VogtIt’s an opportunity to check out some great barrel racing and raise some money for a great cause all at the same time.The ninth annual Yellow Rose Futurity/Derby Benefit Barrel Race takes over the Claresholm Agriplex from May 3 to 5.Elaine Watt, who is organizing the event, explained one of the features of the weekend is a benefit … Read more…
By Rob VogtClaresholm really has talent – for performing, and for pulling together to help its own.On Saturday night, Feb. 24, Claresholm’s Talent Competition took place at Casa Roma Pizza and Steak House Restaurant.Eduardo Fuentes took first place with his magic act; Chris Slevin and Ruby Koevort were second with a roof-raising duet; and Jude harrison was third, performing “Empty … Read more…
By Rob VogtDo you have a talent you want to show the community? Do you want to help raise money for two great causes?You will have your chance on Saturday, Feb. 24, when Casa Roma Cares hosts “Claresholm’s Talent” Competition.In addition to the competition, the night will feature Stavely singing sensation Mariya Stokes.People of all ages and talents are welcome … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe community came together last week to help one of its own.Hundreds of people gathered at the Claresholm Arena Friday night, Feb. 2, for “Bring the Thunder for Tristen”, a fundraiser for Tristen Mackin, a local man recovering from serious injuries sustained during a recent rollover truck accident.“I don’t know how you put into words how people have … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Town of Claresholm will support a fundraiser held at the Claresholm Arena by a regional hockey association with all proceeds going to STARS Air Ambulance.At its Jan. 22 meeting, town council agreed to waive the ice fees at the Claresholm Arena on Saturday, Feb. 10, for the Foothills Bisons AA Hockey Association’s fundraising event.A letter from Lexie Farmer, … Read more…
By Rob VogtBrian Hadden wants to share his love of woodworking with the community.Consequently, he is making various hand-crafted wood products such as cribbage boards and boards for sandwiches available to community organizations to use in raffles, silent auctions, live auctions or any other fundraising purpose.The only thing he asks in return is that a minimum price is set that … Read more…
By Rob VogtFor 40 years, the Claresholm Christmas Hamper program has been helping those in need to have a nice Christmas dinner.Roxanne Thompson, retired publisher of the Claresholm Local Press who is organizing the Christmas hampers, said the program has been running at least 40 years, starting back when Paul Rockley was publisher of the newspaper.Claresholm and District Family and … Read more…