By Rob Vogt It was a crash course in pruning trees that provided a lot of useful information.Arborist Jordie Bronson discussed the ins and outs of pruning trees with the 35 or so people who gathered at the Claresholm Social Centre for the first in a gardening series on Tuesday, March 25, co-hosted by the Town of Claresholm recreation department … Read more…
By Rob Vogt A club has started up in town to teach marksmanship and proper firearm safety and etiquette.The Junior Marksmanship Club held its first meeting in February, but organizer Todd Buhmiller said the idea for the club goes back to before the COVID-19 pandemic.In late 2018 or early 2019 representatives from the Calgary Rifle and Pistol Association approached the … Read more…
By George Lee, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Capital projects – the stuff you can see, touch, use repeatedly, walk through or even drive upon — will account for $26.1 billion in provincial spending over the next three years, the Alberta government estimates in a deficit budget released last Thursday. For regions beyond the two major cities, the question is, How many … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Students at West Meadow Elementary School learned more last week about Canada’s national game and the oldest sport in North America.Jake Gillis of Elev8 Lacrosse was at the school throughout the week introducing students to lacrosse.For many, it is their first exposure to the game.“They always enjoy it,” said Gillis, adding there is another reason to get … Read more…
By Rob Vogt It is something many people battle but have a tough time dealing with – clutter.On Wednesday, Feb. 19, approximately 14 people gathered at the Claresholm town office to hear Barb Cavers talk about de-cluttering your home and your life.The lunch and learn was put on by Claresholm and District Family and Community Support Services.She explained clutter is … Read more…
February 25, 2025 – The Livingstone Range School Division Board of Trustees voted unanimously to defeat a motion proposing a 4-day school week for all Division schools including Hutterite Colony schools. The debate and vote came after nearly a year of stakeholder engagement, scenario development, budget forecasting, research, and reporting of a potential 4-day school week.“Although there are many potential … Read more…
By Rob Vogt The Willow Creek 4-H District has determined its champions in prepared speeches and presentations.The district held its communications contest at Granum School on Saturday, Feb. 8, and the following winners were determined:Junior presentation• First, Jase Guitton, Claresholm Beef Club, with “Snap, Crackle, Pop’; second, Brook Vang, Stavely/Parkland Beef Club, “A One Night Hike”; and third, Scarlett Pittman, … Read more…