By Rob VogtProperty tax notices went out last week.Tax rates will go down for ratepayers in the Town of Claresholm but taxes will still increase an average of 3.7 per cent for residential properties and one per cent for non-residential properties because assessment has increased due to inflation.The 2024 rates will see a 7.4 percent decrease in the residential municipal … Read more…
By Rob VogtClaresholm town council has approved an out-of-budget expenditure of up to $112,500 to complete the skatepark located south of the town office, to be funded by Local Government Fiscal Framework capital grant funds.The decision came at council’s May 13 meeting, after Chief Administrative Officer Abe Tinney updated them on the situation.He explained site preparations have begun for skatepark … Read more…
By Rob VogtClaresholm town council has updated the Town of Claresholm/Municipal District of Willow Creek water shortage response plan restriction guide, and directed administration to further investigate options for perpetually set watering schedules for odd and even properties.At its May 13 meeting, council was updated on the changes by Abe Tinney, the town’s chief administrative officer.Referring to a written report, … Read more…
By Rob VogtLive theatre will take the stage at the Claresholm Community Centre next week as SUCH Drama presents “Whispers at the Manor”.Performances are May 22 through May 24 at 7 p.m., with performances at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. on May 25.The musical was written by local writer Annalisa Harrison who is also the production’s stage manager.She describes “Whispers at … Read more…
By Rob VogtDuring the Second World War, men from all over the Allied world descended on Claresholm to train to be pilots.The Link Trainer, a model airplane trainees could sit inside and learn to fly by instruments only, was a vital part of that training program.For years it sat outside, a victim of the elements.Now, it has been fully restored … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Yellow Rose Futurity/Derby Barrel Race was another huge success this year.The ninth annual event took place at the Claresholm Agriplex from May 3 to 5, kicking off on Friday night, May 5, with a benefit barrel race.Organizer Elaine Watt said the benefit barrel race attracted 137 riders who raised more than $15,000, with all proceeds going to … Read more…
By Rob VogtEveryone has their own sphere of influence, a place they can make a difference in the lives of others.Rachael Thomas said the Lord calls people to a place they are meant to have influence.The Member of Parliament for Lethbridge was the guest speaker at the Prayer Breakfast for Elected Officials that attracted more than 60 people to the … Read more…