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…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer More than 50 years ago the Claresholm Industrial Airport was abuzz with activity. More than 350 people worked at Safeway Shelter Systems producing among, other things, the Tee Pee Trailer. It was a camper trailer that dotted the landscape that people pulled around then parked to camp in. The Tee Pee Trailer came home … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer With the recent resignation of Donna Courage, town council set the date and process of the by-election to fill the vacancy the resignation left. At its Aug. 13 meeting, council discussed the process ahead. Marian Carlson, the town’s chief administrative officer, explained that once a resignation is received by her, it must be filled … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer Claresholm town council has hired a project engineer to oversee the renovation of the former Claresholm Elementary School building into a community multi-use building. At its Aug. 13 meeting, council heard a report from Marian Carlson, the town’s chief administrative officer, about the project. She said the ad hoc committee looking at the project … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Claresholm RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in recovering a stolen trailer. On Aug. 14, the police received a complaint of a theft of trailer. The trailer was parked in the Porcupine Hills on East Trout Creek near Claresholm. The trailer is described as a white 2014 Forest River XLR with Alberta licence plate … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Claresholm and District Chamber of Commerce is looking to recognize outstanding businesses in the area, and the deadline for nominations is coming fast. “We’re really excited to bring the business awards back,” said Amanda Zimmer, president of the chamber of commerce. “Each of the awards is sponsored by a chamber member.” The awards have … Read more…