Handi-bus going strong
The Strathmore Handi-bus Association received a clean bill of health this year as 2017 financials and figures propelled the non-profit organization into 2018 with strong vitals. Records indicate that StrathmoreRead More »
Fildebrandt speaks out over UCP rejection
Three strikes and you’re out. That’s the message the United Conservative Party (UCP) is sending Strathmore-Brooks MLA Derek Fildebrandt after the Independent remained optimistic the party would welcome him backRead More »
Texting can wait
In today’s busy world, it is common to feel like we should be multi-tasking in every moment. Even when we are behind the wheel of a vehicle, it can beRead More »
Open mic night switching focus to local youth
Two local businesses are working together to appeal to Strathmore’s young musicians with an open mic night at HOB’s Hobbies. The initiative is the brainchild of Max SPL Music andRead More »
Cheadle author’s first reading
Years ago, Cheadle local Constance Varga was stopped in public by an avid fan, who was so overwhelmed by having bumped into who he thought was prominent author J.K. Rowling,Read More »
Green light for youth trip to Peru
Applause and cheering erupted last weekend when families were told the Youth Club of Strathmore’s fundraising efforts raked in enough cash to cover the main cost of all participating youthsRead More »
Gleichen ready for puck drop
Rain, snow, freezing cold or chinook winds will not stop Hockey Day in GA from taking place this Saturday, Feb. 10. The plans are set no matter the winter weatherRead More »
Ice pickup great results at annual tourney
Generations of talented ringette players were showcased last weekend during the ninth annual Laurie Ruppe Memorial Tournament. Ten different local teams competed for the annual tourney prize, but only theRead More »
Chiefs get one back on Oilers
The Wheatland Chiefs inflicted a little payback Feb. 2 at Hussar Arena. Earlier in the month, the defending provincial champion Chiefs lost to the Okotoks Oilers in Okotoks. It markedRead More »
Holy Cross Hawks humbled in Nanton
Turnovers slowed the Holy Cross Collegiate Hawks boys’ basketball team during the Nanton tournament last weekend against a couple of provincially-ranked 1A schools. The tourney opened with the Hawks gettingRead More »
Kings captain Keenan Ogle wraps up Junior B career
Just three regular season games remain for the Strathmore Wheatland Kings captain Keenan Ogle and the realization of the end is beginning to sink in. “I started thinking about itRead More »