By David GaleA brand new chapter in junior hockey has begun in southern Alberta as the Southern Alberta Mustangs, who play their home games at the Stavely Arena, embark on their inaugural season in the United States Premier Hockey League (USPHL). The Mustangs, owned by Lisa May, are part of a brand new Alberta Division created this year, joining fellow … Read more…
Claresholm Branch no. 41 of the Royal Canadian Legion put on the annual Remembrance Day service at the Claresholm Community Centre on Tuesday, Nov. 11. Here, Ed Hood salutes after laying a wreath. For related coverage please see page five. Photo by Rob Vogt
The Willow Creek Composite High School junior high “B2” girls’ volleyball team, pictured above, took third place at the league post-season tournament in the Crowsnest Pass on Nov. 7 and 8. The “B1” girls advanced all the way to the final to take second place. Photo submitted
The recently elected mayor and council for the Town of Claresholm was sworn in at a ceremony in council champers on Monday, Nov. 3. From left are Couns. Craig Zimmer; Seth Wagner; and Kandice Meister; Mayor Brad Schlossberger; and Couns. Rod Kettles; David Knox; and Kieth Carlson. For related story please see page two Photo by Rob Vogt
By David GaleThere’s a certain buzz around town and it’s not just the holiday season approaching. The Claresholm Arts Society is preparing to raise the curtain on “Annie”, the beloved classic about hope, family, and finding your place in the world.This production marks the organization’s 14th show and its 11th musical, another milestone in a decade-long effort to bring performing … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Town of Nanton is seeking community input on a proposed update of the town’s traffic bylaw.The new bylaw would revise and replace the current 2019 bylaw that is in need of several updates.The town wants to hear from the community on the critical regulations of bylaws that ensure the safety, health, and well-being of residents and businesses.While … Read more…
By Tim Bryson Co-coach, WCCHS Cobras football teamThe Willow Creek Composite High School Cobras punched their ticket to 3A provincial football playoffs with a hard fought 36-7 win over Crescent Heights Vikings last Friday, Nov. 7, at the Snake Pit.Coming off a four-week layoff resulting from the ATA strike/lockout, the team had only been able to put in six formal … Read more…