By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Town of Claresholm has issued a statement that the town’s water is safe for consumption. On Aug. 29, Marian Carlson, the town’s chief administrative officer, made the following announcement on social media: “Please be advised that water in the Town of Claresholm is safe for consumption. “With the hot weather we have experienced … Read more…
By Lawrence Gleason Local Press Writer Stavely’s 2018 award for Citizen of the Year goes to Louise Nelson. The award was presented midway through the Stavely Amateur Rodeo events on Saturday, Aug. 25 at the Stavely Arena by Elks member Ian Sundquist, calling Nelson an “outstanding member of our community.” Nelson’s volunteerism includes many years with the Stavely Elementary School … Read more…
Bryatt Schuler hangs on for dear life in the mutton bustin’ event at the 57th annual Stavely Amateur Rodeo on Saturday, Aug. 25.
Local Press Writer It was another action-packed night at the StavelyArena on Saturday night for riding, roping and much more.The 57th annual Stavely Amateur Rodeo took over the arena on Aug. 25, featuring something for all ages.When the dust settled, the winners were: Barrel racing, eight years of age and under Sadie Keeley. Barrel racing, nine to 14 years of … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer Tori DeDominicis wants to help those who may not be able to help themselves. Recently she returned from Africa where she spent almost a month volunteering in Kenya. DeDominicis left on July 4, arriving a day later on July 5 and stayed until July 29, returning home July 30. She and her sister Bella … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer More than 50 years ago the Claresholm Industrial Airport was abuzz with activity. More than 350 people worked at Safeway Shelter Systems producing among, other things, the Tee Pee Trailer. It was a camper trailer that dotted the landscape that people pulled around then parked to camp in. The Tee Pee Trailer came home … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer With the recent resignation of Donna Courage, town council set the date and process of the by-election to fill the vacancy the resignation left. At its Aug. 13 meeting, council discussed the process ahead. Marian Carlson, the town’s chief administrative officer, explained that once a resignation is received by her, it must be filled … Read more…