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Business Community Government Affairs 

M.D. of Willow Creek council updated on status of capital projects

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By Rob Vogt The Municipal District of Willow Creek continues to work on several infrastructure projects throughout the municipality, including roads, sidewalks in Granum, bridges, shop improvements, and more.At M.D. council’s July 23 meeting, Craig Pittman, the M.D.’s director of infrastructure, outlined the projects, as follows:Granum stormwater managementThis project involves designing and constructing drainage improvements in Granum and surrounding area … Read more…

Community Economic Government Affairs 

Building stronger communities across rural Alberta

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July 25, 2025 Media inquiries Alberta’s government is providing $114.6 million to municipalities to support 86 local road, bridge and water infrastructure projects. Alberta’s rural communities are growing, increasing the need for reliable and effective infrastructure to support economic development and a high quality of life. That is why Alberta’s government is providing $114.6 million in grant funding to ensure … Read more…

Community Local News News 

Stavely Elks Lodge #112 celebrates 100th anniversary

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By Rob VogtThe Stavely Community Centre was packed Saturday night, July 19, as everyone came together to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Stavely Elks Lodge #112.Elk Tim Nelson was the emcee for the evening and opened by noting the Elks stand for charity, justice, love and fidelity.He noted the Stavely Elks Lodge is the third largest in Canada, after … Read more…

Community Local News Sports 

‘Cattle Country Smackdown’ wrestling coming to Stavely this Saturday

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By Rob Vogt It’s a homecoming for Otto Gentile.About 20 years ago he came to Claresholm, addicted to opioids, and entered the Lander Treatment Centre.Not only did he beat that addiction, but has been clean and sober ever since.Now, he wants to show all those people who helped him out just what he does.So this Saturday, July 26, Gentile, who … Read more…

Community Health & Wellbeing 

Virtual medical service supports south zone residents, but Pincher Creek doctor calls it temporary fix

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By Somya Lohia, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter In rural communities, access to health care is often hindered by long distances and a shortage of family doctors. Alberta’s Virtual MD program, run by Primary Care Alberta, is helping address that gap by offering timely medical care over the phone, without the need for in-person visits. By connecting patients with a physician following … Read more…

Business Community Economic 

Building better business: High-calibre training coming to Crowsnest Pass through provincial grant

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By Somya Lohia, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Business owners and entrepreneurs in Crowsnest Pass will soon have access to high-calibre training and networking opportunities through a newly funded initiative aimed at enhancing skills and strengthening local economic resilience. As part of the second round of Alberta’s Small Community Opportunity Program, the province is supporting community-led projects that promote innovation and sustainable … Read more…

Community The Arts 

Influence of art across generations, families explored in new Banff exhibit

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By Leah Pelletier, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter BANFF NATIONAL PARK – It’s the smell of fresh paint that takes artist Hali Heavy Shield back to her childhood. From helping her mom, Faye Heavy Shield, install pieces in galleries to learning a craft by her side, Hali’s artistic journey has always been closely tied to her mother’s. “She would have piles of … Read more…