Fatal collision
A fatal collision at the intersection of Highway 1 and Wheatland Trail has claimed the life of a semi-truck driver on Aug. 18. Strathmore RCMP responded to a crash atRead More »
RCMP Musical Ride hits close to home
For most people, appearing on national currency is a once-in-a-lifetime event. For John Bland, a longtime Wheatland County resident and former member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Musical Ride,Read More »
Elks host first annual golf tournament to raise awareness, funds for mental health
The inaugural Elks Mental Health Golf Tournament proved to be a resounding success, raising an estimated $12,000 on Aug. 16 at the Strathmore Golf Club. Sean Duthie, who sits onRead More »
Stick It to Stigma returns to Strathmore
ReBloom Community Health and Wellness with host the second annual Stick It to Stigma event on Sept. 6 at the Strathmore Civic Centre. The event was created to spark openRead More »
Siksika celebrates student success in IT foundations program
Despite a series of weather-related delays, Phase Siksika Nation High School students have completed the first CompTIA Tech, IT foundations training program to be offered at a First Nations highRead More »
County passes first reading of public utilities bylaw
Wheatland County council approved first reading of the municipal public utilities bylaw, which once passed, will regulate the provision and use of municipal public utility services. The bylaw was presentedRead More »
County revisiting local bridge restrictions
Wheatland County council is revisiting current bridge restrictions throughout the county, seeking to identify problems, upgrade options, and areas to increase load capacities. Earlier this year, county administration was directedRead More »
Alberta calls for a greater federal role in highway infrastructure
Highway 1 continues to be emphasized as a vital transportation route across Alberta. The Trans-Canada Highway, running across the country, plays a central role in the province’s economy and movementRead More »
Farmers play a vital role in Alberta
From endless seas of prairie wheat to rugged ranch lands, Alberta has always been a place where hard work, innovation, and pride in what we produce go hand in hand.Read More »
Third annual Strathmore Renaissance Faire on the horizon
The Strathmore Renaissance Faire is returning to the Agricultural Society grounds for a third year running, looking to continue expanding the event. “It is our last show for the season.Read More »
Rosebud Theatre and School of the Arts seeking conversation, information regarding proposed natural gas extraction site
Rosebud Theatre and School of the Arts is advocating for more conversation to be held regarding plans for oil wells and batteries suggested for development in the vicinity of theRead More »