By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Claresholm Arena came alive this past weekend with the sights and sounds of a Young Creators Market. The event, which took place Saturday, Aug. 21, was organized by Megan McClung and Naomi Bullock, who want to foster the entrepreneurial spirit in young people. The market featured 31 tables with youth ranging in age … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer Canadians will go to the polls to elect a new federal government on Sept. 20, 2021. On Aug. 15, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visited Governor General Mary Simon, asking her to dissolve Parliament and requesting an election be held. Voting takes place on Sept. 20 with advanced polls to be held on Sept. 10, … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Municipal Planning Commission of the Municipal District of Willow Creek wants more information before deciding whether to approve an application by the Hutterian Brethren Church of Granum for a new colony east of Claresholm. At its Aug. 11 meeting, the commission reviewed an application to establish a new colony at the west half … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The council of the Municipal District of Willow Creek has approved by a split 4-3 vote re-zoning land west of Claresholm to make way for a campground, RV park and micro-brewery. The decision came at the Aug. 11 meeting of council. Back at its March 10 meeting, council held a public hearing on an application … Read more…
The sixth annual Yellow Rose Futurity/Derby/Open Barrel race took place at the Claresholm Agriplex from July 30 to Aug. 1. Proceeds from this year’s Friday Benefit Barrel Race went to Ronald McDonald House Charities. Here, Skyler Mantler rounds a barrel on Saturday morning.
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Claresholm RCMP is seeking the public’s assistance in recovering a stolen trailer. Between July 16 and July 25, 2021, a black 2019 Southland trailer with Flaman markings was stolen from Claresholm Motor Products Ltd. in Claresholm. The trailer was locked and left in the parking lot. A notable feature of this particular model is … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Municipal District of Willow Creek has declared an agriculture disaster, with drought conditions worsening and reducing crop yields. At its July 28 meeting, M.D. council was advised by Chief Administrative Officer Derrick Krizsan that the idea was before council because some interest had been expressed in discussing it. Reeve Maryanne Sandberg said the … Read more…