Remembering Humboldt
Hello everyone. As I write this, we mark a sombre anniversary. Two years ago, lives full of promise were tragically cut short and others were irrevocably altered by the HumboldtRead More »
Staying safe
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to unfold, and I wanted to provide a brief update on some recent events in Ottawa and in our riding. Before getting into all that, IRead More »
Local singer songwriter Sykamore releases five song EP
Carseland born and raised singer/songwriter Sykamore’s five-song escape, California King, was released last week and is now available everywhere on digital platforms. Recorded in her recently adopted hometown of Nashville,Read More »
Wheatland County amends bylaws to allow cannabis stores
Wheatland County has amended its land use bylaws to allow for cannabis retail outlets in certain rural and hamlet land use districts. On March 24, Wheatland County council voted toRead More »
Strathmore council approves borrowing
Strathmore town council has approved a new bylaw permitting the town to borrow $3 million to meet the challenges presented by the COVID-19 public health crisis. The purpose of theRead More »
Wheatland County holds firm on not rejoining air monitoring group
Wheatland County has decided not to rejoin the organization that monitors air quality throughout the Calgary region. The Calgary Region Airshed Zone (CRAZ) is a non-profit organization that monitors andRead More »
Wheatland FCSS modifying services and funding
Wheatland Family and Community Support Services (WFCSS) continues to offer help to county residents despite the challenges presented by COVID-19. And it’s now helping groups attain new provincial funding. OnRead More »
Rosebud artist illustrates picture book
Rosebud resident Anja Darien Jonsson, who goes by Anja Darien as her professional name, was selected to illustrate several drawings for a book put together by four local non-profits highlightingRead More »
Churches finding new ways to connect
Strathmore-area churches are not letting COVID-19 get in the way of connecting to their communities despite the suspension of their services. In light of the threat posed by COVID-19 andRead More »
Remembering our roots ~ Wade & Lorilee Dundas
Wade’s father’s family originated in North Dakota in the late 1800s. His grandfather James Dundas came to Alberta in the early 1900s and worked for the CPR as a landRead More »
Creating an inclusive community through drumming
For the past 15 years, creating an inclusive community within Wheatland County has been the mission of Hope Bridges Society through programs such as Adaptive Drumming. Adaptive Drumming, a therapeuticRead More »