By Rob VogtDuring the Second World War, men from all over the Allied world descended on Claresholm to train to be pilots.The Link Trainer, a model airplane trainees could sit inside and learn to fly by instruments only, was a vital part of that training program.For years it sat outside, a victim of the elements.Now, it has been fully restored … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Yellow Rose Futurity/Derby Barrel Race was another huge success this year.The ninth annual event took place at the Claresholm Agriplex from May 3 to 5, kicking off on Friday night, May 5, with a benefit barrel race.Organizer Elaine Watt said the benefit barrel race attracted 137 riders who raised more than $15,000, with all proceeds going to … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Claresholm Animal Rescue Society is holding a fundraising online 50/50 draw, and time is running out if you want to buy tickets.Lorraine Norgard, of the animal rescue society, said they usually hold a fundraising garage sale in the arena as a Spring fundraiser.However, they are short of volunteers to host the garage sale, so they have decided … Read more…
By Janin LinkeHistoryAnnually on April 22, Earth Day takes place. Starting in 1970, people were using their voices to raise awareness of environmental changes.A United States senator organized nationwide demonstrations on this day 54 years ago.He educated himself about the ongoing climate change and knew there had to be a change.During the year, the United States was filled with rallies … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Stavely Community Centre was abuzz with activity last week as Stavely Elementary School held its first ever career expo.The event, held on Wednesday, April 24, drew students not only from Stavely, but West Meadow Elementary School in Claresholm and A.B. Daley and J.T. Foster Schools in Nanton.Students were able to learb from between 60 and 70 presenters.Just … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Claresholm food rescue program is helping those in need, and it is looking for support to help even more people in the community.Called Wild Rose FoodConnexx, the program is operated by Wildrose Community Connections, and was started in March of 2020 at 4209 – Third Street East, a building graciously provided at no charge.“We rescue food from … Read more…
By Rob VogtJohn Cope is the 2023 Claresholm citizen of the year.He was honoured with the award at the Volunteer Appreciation event at the Claresholm Community Centre on April 16 hosted by Claresholm and District Family and Community Support Services.Kozo Chisanga, last year’s junior citizen of the year, presented the award.He moved to Claresholm in 1979 with his family to … Read more…