Plan an adventure with Alberta’s trail guide

Alberta’s government is releasing the 2025 Alberta Public Land Trail Guide, which will help Albertans plan their next outdoor adventure on public lands. The 2025 Alberta Public Land Trail Guide helps outdoor enthusiasts plan ahead for their next outing to explore the province’s great outdoors, connect to the land and try something new this summer. Whether heading out for the … Read more

There’s a lot to do in Nanton all summer long

By Julie Barker Nanton’s summer season is in full swing.Markets, rodeos, swim meets, and more fill the calendar.Summer in Nanton is shaping up to be one for the books, with July and August offering a lively mix of local events that showcase the heart of the community.Every Saturday through July and August, the Nanton United Church Farmers Market is the … Read more

Three days of non-stop excitement at Stavely Pro Rodeo

By Rob Vogt The 67th edition of the Stavely Pro Rodeo had three full days of roping and riding action.The rodeo took place on the lands east of the Stavely Arena on June 12, 13 and 14, and the winners were:Bareback riding• First, Kody Lamb, 83 points;• First, Steven DeWolfe, 83 points;• Third, Jacob Stemo, 81 points.Steer wrestling• First, Pacean … Read more

‘Arsenic and Old Lace’ hits community centre stage starting next week

By Rob Vogt Tickets are going fast for the Claresholm Arts Society’s latest production, “Arsenic and Old Lace”.The show is set to take the stage at the Claresholm Community Centre on May 7, 8, 9, and two shows on May 10. The May 9 show will be a dinner theatre.“Arsenic and Old Lace” tells the story of Mortimer Brewster, who … Read more

Planning under way for annual Fair Days bench show

By Rob Vogt The second weekend in August will be here before you know it, so planning is well under way by the Claresholm Fair Board for the 2025 Claresholm and District Bench Show.This year’s bench show will take place at the Claresholm Community Centre on Friday night, Aug. 8 and Saturday, Aug. 9.The bench show is an opportunity every … Read more