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Reasons for voter ID changes unclear, fuel distrust in elections, say Alberta municipal leaders

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By Brett McKay, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Leaders of two organizations representing Alberta’s municipalities say the reasons for changes to voter ID requirements in Bill 20 are unclear and could inadvertently fuel distrust in the election process. Proposed changes in Bill 20 would remove vouching as a form of voting ID, except in cases of confirming an elector’s physical address if … Read more…

Pincher Creek may see new energy plant

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By Mia Parker, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Captus Generation is looking to build a natural gas-firing plant with incorporated carbon capture and sequestration in the MD of Pincher Creek.  The hub would be constructed on land purchased in Division 1 of the MD of Pincher Creek, situated directly above a depleted natural gas reservoir with wells travelling over three kilometres below … Read more…

Willow Creek Composite high school sends off grads in style

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By Rob VogtIt was a day to celebrate 12 years of hard work and achievement.Willow Creek Composite High School held their graduation ceremony on Saturday, June 1, sending the grads off in style.Valedictorian Anderson Leishman used his experiences as a distance runner in his valedictory address.“I love to run,” he said.Recently, he competed in his first ultramarathon, which is any race greater … Read more…

Claresholm library receives special award

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By Rob VogtThe Claresholm Public Library has received a prestigious award for its popular “Harry Potter Experience”.The Chinook Arch Regional Library System recently presented its 2024 READ Awards based on excellence in library service, collaboration, innovation, community benefit, and transferability to other libraries. This year’s awards were focused on the criteria of how libraries are attracting patrons back into their buildings.“It … Read more…