Alberta introduces Education Act
Every parent wants to see their child succeed in school. Whether it’s learning to read their first book or solving their first math problem, these early years form the foundationRead More »
Mobile mammography trailer returns to Langdon
The Screen Test program returned to Langdon, Oct. 30 to Nov. 1 to provide screening mammograms to eligible individuals largely between 45 and 74. Screenings were offered at no costRead More »
Scott Klassen to serve as new Wheatland County reeve
Scott Klassen has been elected by his peers among Wheatland County council to serve as reeve for this council term. Having served for seven years as deputy reeve, as wellRead More »
Crime WID partners with Crime Stoppers to combat copper theft
The Western Irrigation District (WID) and Calgary Crime Stoppers have partnered in an effort to stop copper wire theft across the WID’s irrigation network. The partnership serves to bring togetherRead More »
Speaker series highlights vet
When Calgary-based historian and storyteller Shelly McElroy first heard the name William McKnight, she knew little more than most Albertans – that he was a Second World War flying aceRead More »
Council appoints service board and committee members
Wheatland County council members decided, Oct. 24, during their first organizational meeting which boards and committees they would serve on to begin the new term. Unless otherwise noted, service onRead More »
Kings retire #4 jersey honouring the late Ryan Grasdahl
The Agra Risk Wheatland Kings have officially retired their number four following the passing of former captain, Ryan Grasdahl. The jersey was raised to the rafters of the Strathmore FamilyRead More »
True North receives $75,000 from province to extend programming support
The True North Society has received a $75,000 grant from the Province of Alberta in order to support ending gender-based violence within the community. The grant is described by theRead More »
County CAO announces resignation
Wheatland County CAO Brian Henderson has announced his resignation from his position, effective Nov. 23 after nearly 10 years of employment with the county. A release acknowledging his cessation fromRead More »
Standard Mayor re-elected, debriefs following municipal election
Martin Gauthier is returning to the helm for the Village of Standard over the next four-year term, having been voted by council to resume his position as mayor. Council meetingsRead More »
Back to School Act
Every parent knows how much a stable, reliable routine matters for their kids. The teachers’ strike brought uncertainty into homes across our province. Parents were juggling schedules, students missed outRead More »