Heritage Fund success
This past week, our government announced that Alberta’s Heritage Savings Trust Fund (Heritage Fund) hit an all-time high of $22.1 billion. As part of the new fiscal framework passedRead More »
Siksika Health Services hosts 22nd annual Health Fair
Siksika Health Services hosted their 22nd annual Health Fair at the Piiksapi Memorial Arbour, April 17, celebrating healthcare, mental health, wellness, and athletics. This year’s event featured UFC hall ofRead More »
County resident Connor Kautz recognized for athletic achievements
During the April 16 regular meeting of council, Wheatland County presented Connor Kautz (15) with a recognition for his athletic achievements. A motion was made by council, Feb. 20, thatRead More »
WHMB receives presentations about governance review, lodge proforma
During the April 18 Wheatland Housing Management Board (WHMB) meeting, representatives from Alberta’s Ministry of Housing were in attendance to present regarding a governance review of the board, and answerRead More »
Strathmore Cosplayer returns to world stage, will compete at Calgary Expo
Autumn Desjardins and her partner Conor Anderson are once again going to be representing Team Canada through the World Cosplay Summit. This time staying at home to do so –Read More »
Town presented with 2023 financial statements
During the April 17 Town of Strathmore regular council meeting, the town was presented with their consolidated financial statements for 2023. Though it is recommended that that the town beRead More »
County passes land use bylaw amendment in support of potential distillery development
Wheatland County council hosted a public hearing, April 16, regarding Bylaw 2023-30, which proposed to redesignate a parcel of land from Agriculture General to Rural Business district. The application proposedRead More »
Revisiting the potential of an Alberta Pension Plan
Since being elected as your MLA, I have had numerous conversations on the potential of an Alberta Pension Plan (APP), both in support and against. The concerns I have heardRead More »
Hospice Society, WHMB host community meetings to discuss ongoing project
The Wheatland and Area Hospice Society and Wheatland Housing Management Board (WHMB) are hosting a series of community presentations to discuss the details of the community hospice/lodge project. Presentations wereRead More »
The Wardens are coming
Mark your calendars as the Strathmore Musical Arts Society and the Alberta Foundation for the Arts present the Rocky Mountain-based band The Wardens, with local opening act Greg Rider, onRead More »
Chariots of Fire runs for gold at Rosebud Theatre
Rosebud Theatre opened its 2024 season with Chariots of Fire on April 5. The play celebrates Eric Liddel’s historic run at the 1924 Paris Olympics, 100 years ago. Joe PerryRead More »