By Rob VogtThe Nanton School Enhancement Committee is halfway to its fundraising goal, and it still has two years remaining to reach it.The committee recently announced on social media, “We are almost half way to our first fundraising goal of $690,000!“As of March 23 we are at $340,488.74.“This is all thanks to the Nanton and supporting communities. We are so … Read more…
By Mayor Jennifer HandleyMuch has happened since our last water-bill update. As we enter budget season and prepare for strategic planning, we have a lot to discuss and it’s always a two-way conversation. If you have questions about anything, please reach out to me or any member of council.Chief Administrative Officer transitionCouncil has appointed Tara Vandervalk as Nanton’s next Chief … Read more…
Reader Anna L. Cairns submitted these photos she took on March 16 depicting the lovely fresh snow on her old farmstead west of Nanton.
By Rob VogtThe Municipal District of Willow Creek continues to work on several capital projects throughout the municipality, including roads, bridges, and more.At M.D. council’s Feb. 25 meeting, council was updated by Craig Pittman, the M.D.’s director of infrastructure, as follows:Moon River Estates two new water wellsThis project involves the replacement of two groundwater wells, which are at end of … Read more…
By David GaleThe Nanton Community Memorial Centre closed out 2025 with a strong show of community support, receiving a $7,500 grant that will help ensure the facility can continue hosting events well into the future.The grant cheque was formally presented on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025, at the community memorial centre. The funding will be used to upgrade the centre’s dishware, … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Town of Nanton is seeking community input on a proposed update of the town’s traffic bylaw.The new bylaw would revise and replace the current 2019 bylaw that is in need of several updates.The town wants to hear from the community on the critical regulations of bylaws that ensure the safety, health, and well-being of residents and businesses.While … Read more…
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…