By Rob VogtIt was a chance to shine a spotlight on the high school students who have been working hard all year long learning the skills of a firefighter.The Granum Fire Academy Class of 2024 held a celebration on June 19 at the Granum Fire Hall, where students were recognized for their achievements.The Class of 2024 is:• Quynlen Darragh;• Brooklyn … Read more…
By Rob VogtClaresholm Recreation has a lot planned for this summer.No matter what the weather is like outside, it’s always perfect for a dip in the pool because Claresholm has an indoor swimming pool.The aquatic centre features a five-lane, 25-metre pool, with Olympic-rated diving blocksIt also is handicapped-accessible with a graduated entry, and is accessible to everyone.The pool offers something … Read more…
By Rob VogtWith school out for the summer, the Claresholm Public Library is offering a program to encourage students to keep on reading in July and August.The summer reading program runs from July 3 to Aug. 21 at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday mornings.The theme this year is “To the stars”, and children of any age are welcome to come out and … Read more…
By Rob VogtAfter 10 years, The Station is looking to turn over management of its space at Mackin Hall to the Town of Claresholm.At town council’s June 10 meeting, Danna Ormstrup, appeared as a delegation to discuss the situation.She is from the Foothills Fetal Alcohol Society and one of the agencies that utilizes The Station.Ormstrup explained that more than 10 … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe 66th edition of the Stavely Pro Rodeo had three full days of roping and riding excitement.The rodeo took place on the lands east of the Stavely Arena on June 13, 14 and 15, and the winners were:Bareback riding• First, Orin Larsen, Inglis, Manitoba, 86 points;• Second, Ty Taypotat, Nanton, 85 points;• Third, Spur Lacasse, Calgary, 83 points.Steer … Read more…
By Rob VogtWillow Creek Composite High School honoured achievement in extra-curricular activities with their annual awards last week.At an event at the school on June 13, Cass Klapp was named the female athlete of the year, and Zak Wright was named male athlete of the year.Jessica Mackin was the honourable mention female athlete of the year, while Anderson Leishman was … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe community of Granum and beyond is rallying to help a local couple who have given so much of themselves to the community, and are now facing a serious situation.In the early morning hours of May 3, unknown suspect(s) went to J.P.’s Petro and General Store in Granum to steal fuel. In the process, hoses were damaged, causing … Read more…