Village of Hussar to annex school site
Wheatland County has given the green light for the lands of a former school site to be transferred to the Village of Hussar. Hussar School, owned by Golden Hills SchoolRead More »
Remembering our veterans
Thank you to the Town of Strathmore and City of Chestermere for their wonderful Remembrance Day ceremonies. It has been a very different year for celebrations and commemorations, but weRead More »
County’s public behaviour bylaw updated
Wheatland County has updated its public behaviour bylaw to modernize it and make it consistent with provincial legislation regarding smoking and vaping. The updated bylaw prohibits smoking or vaping tobaccoRead More »
County’s third quarter update shows impacts of pandemic
Wheatland County’s finances have been impacted in different ways by the COVID-19 pandemic. During the regular county council meeting on Nov. 10, the county’s third quarter unaudited financial statements wereRead More »
One Season 4 concert remains for Arts on 817
After cancelling the first three shows in their Season 4 fall concert series, Arts on 817 has made the tough decision to cancel their next two live concerts scheduled forRead More »
Confidence in Canada’s food system at an all-time high
According to new research from the Canadian Centre for Food Integrity (CCFI), Canadians are optimistic about their food supply, even as Canada’s food system faces exceptional pressure and public scrutinyRead More »
Capturing one sky at a time
The Strathmore Library is featuring the work of a local photographer with an eye for a dramatic sky. Throughout November, the library is hosting Light On, an exhibition of theRead More »
Exploring creativity through character creation
Wheatland Society of Arts is hosting a three-night introduction to character design program for area teens interested in learning about illustration and concept design. The program is being instructed byRead More »
Property tax holds steady for 2021
Strathmore town council passed the 2021 budget, which will see no change to municipal taxes this year but increases to utilities and the natural gas franchise fee. The town’s budgetRead More »
Christmas Hamper Challenge a chance to give
Those looking to get into the spirit of giving can donate items, cash or their time to this year’s Christmas Hamper Challenge. The Christmas Hamper Challenge is a yearly initiativeRead More »
Siksika Nation gaining new water wells
Two new water wells will be built on Siksika Nation to enhance water security, to meet growing community needs and to reduce environmental impacts. The federal and provincial governments, alongRead More »