By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer Christmas came early for a group of post-secondary students who all attended school in Stavely. Leanne Watson, principal of Stavely Elementary School, presented nine $1,000 scholarships at the school’s Christmas concert on Dec. 20, on behalf of the foundation. The winners were: Andrew Olsen, who is attending Lethbridge College and studying inclusive post-secondary education; … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Claresholm RCMP have laid several arrests after a Christmas day investigation uncovered stolen property, drugs, and outstanding warrants. On Dec. 25, 2018, the Claresholm RCMP were made aware of a stolen vehicle from Okotoks that was equipped with GPS tracking. It was located at a residence in Claresholm. Police then tracked the suspects … Read more…
Stavely’s Unique Character House, or SUCH Drama, held their mentor class showcase at Stavely Elementary School on Monday, Dec. 10. It was a chance for actors to take a turn directing, and each one did a musical theatre and a short skit.
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer Junior prom at Willow Creek Composite High School is under way for another year. It is an opportunity for Grade 11 students to learn how to dance, gain some experience public speaking, assemble a portfolio of who they are and what they like to do, and get involved in the community. On Monday, Dec. … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Claresholm Thunder novice hockey team continued their season on the weekend with two games at home. They hosted two different teams from Nanton on Saturday, Dec. 15 and Sunday, Dec. 16 at the Claresholm Arena. There have been changes to novice hockey this year, so no score is kept and they skate on … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer There have been some thefts of outdoor Christmas lights, so people are being encouraged to be on the lookout for suspicious behaviour. In particular, there was a theft of some projection lights over this past weekend, Dec. 15 or 16 on the east side of town on 2A Street and 54th Avenue. The thieves … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer Claresholm town council has approved its 2019 capital budget which will be about $6.6 million in funding for projects highlighted by almost $3.8 million for the multi-use community building; as well as a stormwater system upgrade; paving overlay and sewer replacement; walking paths; a gravel truck; 4X4 pick-up truck; water meter upgrades; new mowers; … Read more…