‘Annie’ shines spotlight on community talent

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

Cobras going to provincial playoffs after win over Crescent Heights

By Tim Bryson Co-coach, WCCHS Cobras football teamThe Willow Creek Composite High School Cobras punched their ticket to 3A provincial football playoffs with a hard fought 36-7 win over Crescent Heights Vikings last Friday, Nov. 7, at the Snake Pit.Coming off a four-week layoff resulting from the ATA strike/lockout, the team had only been able to put in six formal … Read more

First poppy

The 2025 poppy campaign kicked off on Friday, Oct. 31 at the Claresholm branch of the Royal Canadian Legion with the Mayors of Claresholm and Stavely receiving the first poppies. From left are Duane Southgate, second vice-president of the Legion; Mary Walsh, first vice-president; Ramona Whittingham, mayor of Stavely; Brad Schlossberger, mayor of Claresholm; Leonard Weiss, president; and Brian Thibeau, … Read more

Group sewing quilts for residential school survivors

By Rob Vogt A quilt can be a powerful tool, not just providing warmth but comfort and a sense of security. A group of quilters in Claresholm has joined a national effort to make quilts for the survivors of residential schools and other trauma. “Sew 4 Fun” of Claresholm is lead by Angie George, who said Quilts for Survivors was started in 2021 … Read more