By Rob Vogt Local Press WriterIt was a chance to learn more about an organization that helps victims of human trafficking.About 35 people gathered at the Claresholm Seniors’ Drop-in Centre on June 9 to hear a presentation by Liz Gibson, program manager for Rapid Exit from Sexual Exploitation and Trafficking, or RESET.It was the latest installment of “Opportunities for Growth”, … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Local Press WriterWith a Las Vegas theme of “Raising the Stakes” in the background, Willow Creek Composite High School sent off their graduating class of 2022 in style with a weekend ceremony.The school welcomed the community for graduation festivities on Saturday, June 4.Valedictorian Mya Lobreau talked about the virtue of growing up in a small town and … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Local Press WriterMonday marked the one-year anniversary of the discovery of potentially unmarked graves at the site of the former Kamloops Residential School site.The discovery last year brought renewed attention to the history of residential schools.However, a teacher at Stavely Elementary School was raising awareness years before that and was recently honoured for her efforts.Julaine Guitton received … Read more…