By Rob Vogt Local Press WriterAlthough the current rains make drought seem far away, Willow Creek water users are being encouraged to report their usage so Alberta Environment and Parks can manage the amount of water going into the creek from Pine Coulee Reservoir when levels decrease.About 45 people gathered at the Claresholm Community Centre on Thursday, June 9, to … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Local Press WriterStudents can experience a lot in their six years at Stavely Elementary School.For Luke McPherson it was everything from hands-on learning, passion projects and track meets to egg candling; Halloween parties; One School, One Book; a field trip to the Royal Tyrrell Museum in Drumheller; hot lunches; the school candy store and much more.McPherson was … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Local Press WriterWith a Las Vegas theme of “Raising the Stakes” in the background, Willow Creek Composite High School sent off their graduating class of 2022 in style with a weekend ceremony.The school welcomed the community for graduation festivities on Saturday, June 4.Valedictorian Mya Lobreau talked about the virtue of growing up in a small town and … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Local Press WriterClaresholm’s Economic Development Officer has been recognized as the province’s best.At a ceremony in the Kananaskis in April, Brady Schnell was named Economic Developer of the Year by Economic Developers Alberta.“I was very surprised,” Schnell said. “There were some really impressive award winners at that conference.“I was genuinely surprised (to win).”Schnell was recognized for one very special … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Local Press WriterAlthough Shawn Keys was recognized with a Chief’s Award of Exceptional Recognition by the Calgary Police Service, he would much rather talk about the award in the context of mental health and wellness.Keys, a lieutenant in the Calgary Fire Department and a 16-year member, was honoured with the award at the Chief’s Awards Gala back … Read more…
The Claresholm Local Press has been recognized as the second best overall newspaper in the province! In the circulation category of 1100-4999 they have also won second place for Best Front Page, and Best Sports Page; and first place for Best Editorial Page. They have also been awarded 1st Place for Special Supplement or Section; 1st Place for Best Feature … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press WriterThe new bylaw officer for the Town of Clareshom brings a wide range of experience to his new job.Brian Webber started his job on May 9, taking over from Kyle Aikema who had been the bylaw officer.“It’s been good,” Webber said of his first few weeks on the job, adding he is busy getting to know … Read more…