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…
By Rob VogtIf you have found an old arrowhead or bone in your yard or field, it may provide a clue to the history of the area.This weekend, the Archaeological Society of Alberta Calgary and Lethbridge Centres is hosting an artifact and fossil identification weekend at the Claresholm and District Museum.The “Stones and Bones Weekend” takes place Saturday, May 11 … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Claresholm Animal Rescue Society is holding a fundraising online 50/50 draw, and time is running out if you want to buy tickets.Lorraine Norgard, of the animal rescue society, said they usually hold a fundraising garage sale in the arena as a Spring fundraiser.However, they are short of volunteers to host the garage sale, so they have decided … Read more…
By Janin LinkeHistoryAnnually on April 22, Earth Day takes place. Starting in 1970, people were using their voices to raise awareness of environmental changes.A United States senator organized nationwide demonstrations on this day 54 years ago.He educated himself about the ongoing climate change and knew there had to be a change.During the year, the United States was filled with rallies … Read more…
By Rob VogtHügelkultur, the use of raised beds, was one of the topics at the first night of a gardening information series at the Claresholm Social Centre Monday night.A total of 14 people attended the May 6 event, which featured a presentation by Steve Redmond, an agricultural consultant.He grew up on a farm in Ontario, and earned a degree in … Read more…
By Brett McKay, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Alberta’s rural leaders are joining the chorus of opposition to the provinces sweeping amendments to the Municipal Government Act (MGA). The Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) says it is frustrated with many of the changes contained in Bill 20, the Municipal Affairs Statutes Amendment Act, and that the legislation is a serious attack on municipalities which will centralize … Read more…
By Rob VogtTax 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 rate from 2023 and a 2.6 … Read more…