West Meadow Elementary School kicked off their Two Schools, One Book on Jan. 19, with an assembly that featured trivia, dancing and the announcement of this year’s book “The Islanders” by Mary Alice Monroe. It is an initiative the entire school takes part in with Stavely Elementary School. Since the book is set on an island in the southeast United … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Claresholm and District Chamber of Commerce handed out its “Best of Claresholm” awards at a mix and mingle social last week.The sold-out event attracted 112 people to the Claresholm Social Centre on Friday night, Jan. 23, to see local individuals and businesses recognized in 10 categories.Jordie Bronson, president of the chamber of commerce, said the awards received … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Claresholm Under-18 Thunder won both games they played this past weekend in Central Alberta Hockey League Tier-3 action.The Thunder travelled to Kainai on Friday, Jan. 23, returning home with a 6-3 win.Scoring for Claresholm were Jace Flitton, unassisted; Flitton, assisted by Brady Ring and Josh Gibson-Morrison; Johnny Fletcher, assisted by Brady Ring; Ty McLean, assisted by Fletcher; … Read more…
The Drama 10 class at Willow Creek Composite High School staged the original play “The Almost Princess Bride” on Jan. 13 and 14, including this performance on Jan. 14. From left are Daryen Slevin and Jaxson McDonald crossing swords, with Maliki Hildebrand looking on. Photo by Rob Vogt
Clipping of the Week – Amanda Zimmer (Dickinson) submitted this photo of her very first staff appearance in the Claresholm Local Press.She was young, and excited to start her career. She clipped it out and mailed it to her parents too!This appeared in the December 23, 1998 issue.
Originally published on Jan 14, 2026 at 08:14 By George Lee, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A Chestermere senior instrumental in helping youths find their way and build their community has earned a place on a growing list of outstanding Alberta volunteers. Patricia Sproule — noted for her work leveraging the passion of youth through the wisdom of experience — is among … Read more…
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…