By Rob VogtClaresholm town council has approved the Town of Claresholm’s 2024 interim operating budget with a projected 2.25-percent increase in taxes.At its Dec. 11 meeting, council reviewed the interim budget, after a report from administration.Part of that report states council has kept tax rate increases below inflation for a number of years, especially in the last two, mindful of … Read more…
By Allison McKee It’s almost here. By this time next week, it’ll all be over and no one will know if something got missed.So far, I’ve discussed breath practices, moving the body, and clear expectations for getting through this crazy time of year with the least amount of stress possible. This week, this last week, let’s touch on the importance … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Willow Creek Composite High School junior high “A” boys’ basketball team continued their streak of top-two finishes in tournament play, taking second place at a tournament on the weekend.The Cobras travelled to Barnwell on Dec. 15 and 16 for a tournament that is always competitive.This year was more of the same as the Cobras had three great … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe provincial government is commissioning a study on drought to help the province manage Alberta’s water supply.On Dec. 1, Alberta Environment and Protected areas issued a release stating they have issued a request for proposal to enhance drought modelling and help the province prepare for 2024.It was noted Alberta relies on melting snow and rain for most of … Read more…
By Rob VogtSchools in Claresholm, Stavely and Granum have been working hard the last few weeks getting ready for their annual Christmas concerts.In Claresholm, West Meadow Elementary School will be hosting their Winter Wonderland Holiday Concert on Thursday, Dec. 21.In order to accommodate everyone who wants to come, there will be two concerts – one at 10 a.m., for families … Read more…
By Rob VogtWillow Creek Composite High School is just one of three schools in Alberta selected to participate in a unique challenge.Edison Motors, of Merritt, B.C, is putting on a competition for high schools that will have each school build an electric go-kart, and compete in a series of challenges.Teacher Mark Oakes said the Edison High School EV Challenge will … Read more…