By Rob Vogt The sights and sounds of the season will be all over downtown Claresholm as the 25th annual Old Fashioned Christmas kicks off the festive season this Friday night, Dec. 6.The event goes from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., and is put on by the Claresholm and District Chamber of Commerce, the Claresholm Local Press, and Welcoming Claresholm.“It’s … Read more…
By Rob Vogt What would you do if there was a chance you would lose your community hall?A group of young people decided to host a talent show to save theirs.That is the premise of “The Holiday Jukebox”, the latest production being staged by Stavely’s Unique Character House, or SUCH Drama group.“The Holiday Jukebox” will take the stage at the Claresholm … Read more…
By Rob Vogt As people gathered at Raymond’s Restaurant in Nanton on Saturday night, they were looking not only to enjoy the Chinese food buffet but a night of comedy.Since June, monthly comedy shows, including an open mic session, have been taking place.They have been organized by Aaron Cheshire of Stavely.“I want to get the community together and showcase their … Read more…
By Rob VogtIt was war down at the Claresholm Industrial Airport this past weekend.The Street Wheelers Car Club of Lethbridge hosted “Race Warz”, a one-eighth mile drag race on Saturday, Sept. 7, attracting about 100 racers and an estimated crowd in excess of 500 people.Dean Parker is the treasurer of the Street Wheelers, and said the short answer for having … Read more…
By Mickey DumontLike a well-marinated recipe ingredient, the Sept. 5, Taste of Fort Macleod event continues to get richer and tastier with time.Participants can expect the ambiance of historic Main Street in downtown Fort Macleod to pair well with food, drink and live music.Ashley Tebbutt, executive director of the Fort Macleod Chamber of Commerce, says this year’s event is expected … Read more…
A complete guide to this weekend’s Fair Days activities is available in the August 7 edition of the Claresholm Local Press. Pick up your copy today!
By Rob VogtA very special wolf is the subject of Claresholm author David Poulsen’s latest book.“The Unlikely Hero: The Story of Wolf 8” came out earlier this spring.However, the genesis of the book goes back to the work of a wolf expert named Rick McIntyre, who lives just outside Yellowstone National Park.Back in 1926, the American government decided to eliminate wolves … Read more…