Author: Staff Writer
Siksika relay team joins Calgary Stampede event showcase
The Pretty Young Man relay team made their debut appearance at the Calgary Stampede last week, showcasing the sport alongside four other teams. The team has been operating since 2019Read More »
Archery club shoots for new recruits
The Strathmore Archery Club is opening its range, for anyone interested in trying out the sport, every Tuesday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. “With the relaxation of the regulationsRead More »
Cultural collective promoting local fine art initiatives
The Vault Cultural Collective celebrated its soft opening on July 16. The collective is made up of Arts on 817, Strathmore Children’s Choir, Strathmore Performing Arts Festival, Strathmore Theatre Players’Read More »
Town optimistic for local recovery post-pandemic
The Town of Strathmore is optimistic about its local economic development for the latter half of the year, based on the mid-year economic development report presented to council last week.Read More »
Market promotes young entrepreneurs and local artisans
The third annual SUNsational Summer Market took place on July 17 on an acreage near Standard. Shawna Borg and her mother Kim Grant had the idea to host the marketRead More »
Alberta is open for business
Congratulations to all Albertans! We are the first province in Canada to lift all health restrictions and fully reopen the economy for all families and businesses because of your diligence.Read More »
Siksika COVID-19 vaccination clinic met with positive output and community feedback
Chief Ouray Crowfoot described the overall operations of the COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Siksika Nation to be going “swimmingly,” as he commended the operating team for their work. According toRead More »
Work to discover unmarked graves underway
According to Chief Ouray Crowfoot, work has already begun looking for unmarked graves on Siksika land, relating to former residential and agency schools. Crowfoot said the work that’s being doneRead More »
Wheatland County to consider large scale wind energy development
Wheatland County has scheduled a public hearing to gather feedback regarding a potential land rezoning from agricultural to energy sector. Bylaw 202114, officially being referred to as the Wheatland WindRead More »
Local landmark to be featured during Historic Calgary Week
As part of Historic Calgary Week – hosted by the Western District and Chinook Historical Societies – “Supply Farm No. 1” will be featured as the topic of presentation duringRead More »