Annie the musical

The Claresholm Arts Society is currently in the middle of its run of “Annie the Musical”, at the Claresholm Community Centre. It tells the story of a young orphan, Annie, who goes to live with a billionaire, and the drama that ensues. Tickets are still available for the performances on Jan. 15, 16 and 17, by visiting www.eventbrite.ca. Photos by … Read more

M.D. to provide $30,000 to cardiac centre in Lethbridge

By Rob VogtCardiac services at Chinook Regional Hospital help patients across Southern Alberta, including people in the Municipal District of Willow Creek. For that reason, M.D. council has agreed to provide $30,000 to a fundraising campaign sponsored by the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation to substantially elevate the standard of cardiac health care at the Lethbridge hospital.Coun. John Van Driesten brought … Read more

Council approves interim operating, capital budgets

By Rob VogtClaresholm town council has approved the town’s interim 2026 operational budget and 2026 capital budget.The decision came at council’s Dec. 8 meeting after a presentation by Jennifer Place, the town’s director of corporate services.The interim 2026 operating budget forecasts total operating revenue of $9,609,357 and total operating expenses of $9,604,357.Place noted the proposed 2026 budget includes an anticipated … Read more