By Lacie Nairn, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A beloved figure in the community, Tyra the World’s Largest Dinosaur, is slated to go the way of the dinosaurs at the end of 2029. Drumheller and District Chamber of Commerce announced during its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, March 26, that the World’s Largest Dinosaur, along with the Visitor Information Centre and gift … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Claresholm’s annual Winterfest will have a new location and start time this year.The annual celebration will move to the Claresholm Curling Club and the empty field north of it on Saturday, Feb. 22, with activities starting at 4 p.m.Organizer Megan McClung, the town’s engagement coordinator, explained Winterfest needed a new venue because the Claresholm Community Centre is … Read more…
By Rob Vogt As the sound of singing filled the air at West Meadow Elementary School last week, it was just a small taste of what the Claresholm Community Singers will be offering with their Christmas concerts later this week.The Community Singers were at the school on Thursday, Dec. 5, where choir member and retired teacher Daryl Sutter introduced the group.“We’re … Read more…
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…