By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Claresholm bantam football team has a new look this season, and they will be unveiling it to the public at the Willow Creek Composite High School field this weekend. Out are the Raiders, the name the bantam team has had since they began almost 20 years ago, along with their black and silver … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer A year after sharing the title, Zane Lambert stands alone as the 15th champion of the Glen Keeley Memorial Bull Riding. The reigning PBR Canada champion won the 15th annual event held on Saturday, Sept. 1 at the Stavely Arena. Last year, Lambert tied with Jared Parsonage for the championship, but this year would be … Read more…
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…