Strathmore Stampede wins prestigious award
The Strathmore Stampede has been named the Large Rodeo Committee of the Year during the Canadian Finals Rodeo – a first for the organization. According to Ryan Schmidt, general managerRead More »
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Wheatland Kings knocked out of playoffs
The Wheatland Kings’ playoff run came to an abrupt and decisive end on Feb. 25 after being defeated in game five of their best-of-seven series against the Okotoks Bisons. PlayedRead More »
Wheatland Wildfire basketball returns
Following a two-year hiatus, the Wheatland Wildfire is blazing back onto the local basketball scene and is excited to see local kids back on the court. Wheatland Wildfire Director, MatthewRead More »
Standard Skate-a-thon raises $25,000 for ice rink board installation
Organizers estimate roughly $25,000 was raised over the course of the Standard Agricultural Society Skate-a-thon, which took place at the Standard-Rosebud indoor arena on Feb. 21. Celeste Christensen, who volunteeredRead More »
Emergencies Act
The news cycle churns a mile a minute and by the time you read this column, the Emergencies Act will have come and gone. So that begs the question: WhyRead More »
Trying times for Canada
Hello Chestermere Strathmore readers, I would like to discuss Motion 10: Be it resolved that the Legislative Assembly (a) condemn the unnecessary invocation of the Emergencies Act by the GovernmentRead More »
MERKEL, Constance Mae (Connie)
MERKEL,Constance Mae (Connie) December 13,1934 – February 11, 2022 It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Connie was passionate about knittingRead More »
HERMANSON, William (Bill)
HERMANSON,William (Bill) It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Bill Hermanson at the age of 91. Bill was born September 6, 1930, in Medicine Hat, Alberta andRead More »
Local school boards on board with lifting of mask mandates for students
As provincial COVID-19 restrictions begin to lift, Strathmore’s local school divisions continue to be committed to following the directions of the province. Golden Hills School Division (GHSD) Superintendent of Schools,Read More »
SOS receives donation
The Strathmore Overnight Shelter (SOS) has received $1,000 from the Strathmore Wheatland Chamber of Commerce (SWCC), following their announcement as the recipient of the Non-Profit Business of the Year award.Read More »