By Rob Vogt It was an opportunity to learn more about what artificial intelligence actually is and how to use it.On Thursday, May 29, the Claresholm and District Chamber of Commerce partnered with Community Futures Alberta Southwest and the Regional Innovation Network of Southern Alberta to offer “Intro to AI for business” at the Claresholm Social Centre.Approximately 20 people attended … Read more…
By Rob Vogt The Claresholm and District Museum has announced its intention to raise funds for a new building, with a goal of beginning construction in 2027.The museum held a “Spring Festival” on Saturday, May 24, and used the occasion to make the announcement.“Today marks a major milestone for the Claresholm and District Museum,” began Barry Gibbs, chair of the … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Years of hard work and dedication have paid off as volunteers put up a new playstructure at Learn-A-Lot Playschool.The equipment arrived Thursday, May 22, the site was prepared and the playstructure was assembled and installed on Friday, May 23.Tristyn Warburton, chair of the playschool board, said fundraising began when the playschool moved to its current location in … Read more…
By Frank McTighe Southwest United brought the first-ever 3A high school boys rugby sevens provincial championship home Saturday, May 24.United beat West Island College Wolves 33-17 in the championship game at St. Albert to win the 3A provincial title.Based in Fort Macleod, Southwest United has players from F.P. Walshe School, Willow Creek Composite High School in Claresholm, Matthew Halton High School … Read more…
By Rob Vogt West Meadow Elementary School’s new principal will be very familiar with the community.On May 22, the Livingstone Range School Division announced Dean Heck has been named principal of West Meadow Elementary School in Claresholm beginning in the 2025-2026 school year.Heck attended school in Claresholm and is a graduate of Willow Creek Composite High School, holds bachelor of … Read more…
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) has launched a nationwide overtime ban for employees in both the Urban and RSMC (Rural and Suburban Mail Carriers) bargaining units. This is a legal strike action and means that CUPW-represented employees will refuse to work overtime across the company. As a result, Canada Post will continue operating but customers may experience delays. … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Tax notices went out in the mail last week after Claresholm town council approved its 2025 tax rates with a 6.17 percent overall increase.At its May 12 meeting, council passed the final two readings of the town’s property tax rate bylaw.Although council actually reduced the tax rate, there was a dramatic increase in property assessment meaning actual … Read more…