By Jennifer Handley, mayor of Nanton Thank you for the confidence you have placed in me and in your newly elected town council. It is an honour to continue serving as mayor and to welcome our new councillors to the table. Each brings valuable experience, perspectives, and a shared commitment to the future of our community.I also want to extend … Read more…
By David Gale Music lovers in the Foothills region are invited to an afternoon of “Joyful Notes” on Sunday, Nov. 2, as acclaimed organist and pianist John Vandenbeld performs at the Nanton United Church from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. This family-friendly concert, presented by the United Church Women of Nanton, will feature a wide range of music from classical and semi-classical selections to hymns, spirituals, … Read more…
By Rob Vogt The Municipal District of Willow Creek has replaced a bridge southwest of Nanton.At M.D. council’s Sept. 24 meeting, Craig Pittman, the M.D.’s director of infrastructure, discussed the project.The bridge at the end of Basin Road southwest of Nanton was to be replaced.Pittman said the project, budgeted for $501,400 from the Strategic Transportation Infrastructure Program and the municipal … Read more…
By Rob Vogt The provincial government is offering quite a few funding opportunities for non-profit organizations and businesses.Funding opportunities for non-profits and municipalities• Watershed Resiliency and Restoration Program, closes Sept. 15, for municipalities and non-profit funding for projects that enhance watershed resiliency to floods and droughts.• Rangeland Sustainability Program, closes Sept. 17, promoting the conservation and long-term sustainability of Alberta’s … Read more…
By Rob Vogt and Kevin Todd Pro rodeo took over the Nanton Ag Grounds this past weekend.When all the dust settled, the winners of the Nanton Pro Rodeo held Aug. 22 and 23 were:Bareback riding1) Brett Williams, 83 points;2) Steven Dewolfe, 82;3) Colton Ouellette, 79.5;4) Ty Taypotat, 77;5) Dantan Bertsch, 75.56) (tie) Jared Marshall and Dallas Hay, 75.Steer wrestling1) (tie) … Read more…
By Rob Vogt With six events in the books, the Nanton Nite Rodeo has crowned its champions.Events took place July 1, 5, and 10, and Aug. 7 with the finals on Aug. 12.When the dust settled, the champions for 2025 are: High point standing • Willow Kingsmith, junior high point champion girl.• Braiden Koch, junior high point champion boy.• Chase … Read more…
By Jen Handley, Mayor of Nanton Much was discussed at Monday’s council meeting – if you’re curious about what’s happening in our town it’s a great meeting to watch, some significant decisions were made!Highlights include:– A presentation from the principal and vice principal of J.T. Foster School – Mr. MacDonald and Mrs. Spencer. They spoke about the culture and changes … Read more…