By Lawrence Gleason, Local Press Writer The quick snow melt in the Municipal District of Willow Creek resulted in a two-day overland flood alert, starting the morning of April 16 and ending before noon on April 18. “We had a couple days where we had water across the road in some places,” said Public Works Superintendent Roy Johnson. “That’s all … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer What better item to go with the Claresholm and District Chamber of Commerce’s new postcard than a matching chamber of commerce stamp? At their April 18 meeting, chamber members agreed to set up a sub-committee made up of directors Keith Armstrong and Todd Buhmiller to oversee a contest seeking artwork for the stamp. Armstrong … Read more…
By Lawrence Gleason, Local Press Writer There was a full gym at the Stavely Elementary School April 19 for a bingo fundraiser to replace aging playground equipment, that raised about $1,000. At the Stavely school there are two sets of playground equipment, one that is 17 years old and another 30 to 40 years old and in need of replacement. … Read more…
By Lawrence Gleason, Local Press Writer It’s not often that a silent auction of children’s art goes for $55 and more, but those were the prices offered for some of the art created by the 47 children cared for by the Claresholm Childcare Society at its April 19 art show fundraiser. “Each child did a picture on canvas,” said Program … Read more…
Chris Koch may have been born with no arms or legs, but that has not stopped him from achieving amazing things from climbing the Calgary Tower to bungee jumping off the end of a bridge. The motivational speaker was at West Meadow Elementary School on Thursday, April 12, and Stavely Elementary School on April 13, where he shared his story … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Stavely Parent Advisory Association provides volunteers for a varity of activities at Stavely Elementary School, but their biggest project right now is fundraising for a new playground. “Our goal is to help the kids in whatever function they need it,” said Jenn Kewley, the association’s treasurer. They are currently raising funds to replace a … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer A new Economic Development Officer has joined the Town of Claresholm. Brady Schnell started his new job on April 9, and he brings a wealth of expertise. Originally from Pincher Creek, Schnell has a degree in business from the University of Lethbridge with a major in finance. He also has more than four years … Read more…