Making investments in Alberta
Alberta’s government is delivering practical investments that show up in everyday life – shorter waits for surgery, more affordable paths to education, and simpler access to the services people relyRead More »
Author: Staff Writer
Local Abbeyfield Committee announces formation
The Strathmore Abbeyfield Steering Committee is officially announcing their establishment following the signing of a memorandum of understanding. Debbie Wakelam, who spoke on behalf of the organization, explained its inceptionRead More »
Classic Canadian tale takes the stage at Rosebud Theatre
One of Canada’s most beloved literary characters is set to hit the stage this summer as Rosebud Theatre & School of the Arts presents Anne of Green Gables, running fromRead More »
Local Bitcoin mining facility development approved
Permission has been granted to redesignate nearly 11.5 acres of land within Wheatland County to facilitate the future development of a solar farm and data processing facility. County council votedRead More »
Regional water asset management study to include county participation
Wheatland County is taking steps to participate in an Alberta Community Partnership grant application with respect to the Wheatland Regional Corporation’s regional water asset management study. Council voted to participateRead More »
Funding model for provincial police draws county attention
Wheatland County council is requesting more information from the province about their police funding model. During the May 19 meeting, council directed administration to draft a letter to the MinisterRead More »
DAHF simulation lab to receive $10,000 county investment
Wheatland County has agreed to contribute $10,000 to the Drumheller and Area Health Foundation (DAHF) in support of their Grow Your Own Program and E-Simulation Lab Project. During the developmentRead More »
County, Hussar assessing viability of splash park development
Wheatland County is discussing whether to assist the Village of Hussar with gauging the viability of, and overall interest in the potential development of a local splash park. A requestRead More »
Permissions granted for local Hutterite Colony to update local facilities
The Hutterian Brethren Church of Springvale (Springvale Colony) is being granted permissions and means to expand and update their local housing facilities. Wheatland County council voted, May 19, to redesignateRead More »
New Blackfoot language sign unveiled
Members of the Gleichen RCMP joined Siksika Nation Elders, Knowledge Keepers, leadership and community members on May 22 to unveil a newly revised detachment sign featuring Blackfoot language. The ceremony,Read More »