Namaka Farms awarded research grant
A local feedlot and farm operation has received a grant to conduct research into how to cost-effectively find and treat sick animals, while also minimizing antibiotic resistance. Namaka Farms wasRead More »
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Local man faces multiple attempted murder charges
A Wheatland County man is facing multiple charges, including two counts of attempted murder, following an altercation that left two people injured. Jesse Lane Roberts, aged 24, has been chargedRead More »
Stimulus funding available for local municipalities
Strathmore, Wheatland County and area villages are now eligible for funding from the province to help with projects. The Alberta government’s municipal stimulus program (MSP) is aimed at providing fundingRead More »
Artisan market coming to Rosebud
Some of Alberta’s most talented artists and artisans will be showing their creativity at the first Art + Artisan Market in Rosebud on Aug. 15. Rosebud is well known forRead More »
Residents staying cautious with COVID-19
While the COVID-19 pandemic has been ongoing for months, residents have reported they are still mostly following strategies to limit the spread of the virus and are warming up toRead More »
Regional planning board asking for resident input
Regional planning across the Calgary metropolitan region is being solidified with the help of public input, but these efforts may or may not benefit local municipalities, depending on who youRead More »
Siksika regains cultural items from collector’s estate
Siksika Nation is regaining culturally significant items from the estate of a Prussian-born collector who was enamoured with Indigenous culture. The items are being acquired from the estate of FrankRead More »
Strathmore ag society to launch ranching school
The Strathmore and District Agricultural Society is planning to launch a Practical Ranching School in 2021. The school is an effort to further support agriculture and agricultural families within theRead More »
Getting prepared for back to school
Hello Chestermere-Strathmore. First, it is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Alfred Brander from Langdon. Alfred was a recognizable and important member of our community andRead More »
Faster care expected with new ambulance regulations
Changes to the province’s ambulance regulations allow smaller vehicles to be used to transport patients in some situations. The government of Alberta announced changes to its ambulance regulations on JulyRead More »
Upgrades to irrigation creates jobs and boosts economy
Every dollar spent improving irrigation in Alberta brings improvement to the economy. This investment ensures stable, efficient water delivery, creates job opportunities and provides a high rate of financial returnRead More »