Fun outside and inside

The third annual Winterfest took place in and around the Claresholm Community Centre on Saturday, Feb. 8. The day featured a snow pile to slide on, live music, vendors, board games, food, a chance to get your picture taken in vintage clothing, a movie, and culminated in a spectacular fireworks display when the sun went down. Here, Cody Herman takes … Read more

Trade expo

Trade expo and consumer fair draws more than 400 visitors It was a chance to learn more about a variety of goods, services and community organizations all under one roof. The Claresholm and District Chamber of Commerce held their annual trade expo and consumer fair on Friday, Jan. 31 and Saturday, Feb. 1, drawing about 400 visitors over two days. … Read more

Stokes named female artist of the year

Stavely singing sensation Mariya Stokes has been named female artist of the year by the Alberta Country Music Association. The award was presented at a gala event in Red Deer on Jan. 26, capping a night filled with memories. “It was pretty awesome,” Stokes said, in a phone interview on Jan. 28. The evening opened with Stokes joining several other … Read more