North of 49 Karting Championships return
The North of 49 Karting Championships is returning for their second annual competition, inviting fans and racers back to Strathmore to enjoy the event from July 21-24. John Kwong, North… Read More »
Champion saddle bronc horse to make final appearance in Strathmore
The legendary saddle bronc horse, Get Smart, will be making his last appearance at the Strathmore Stampede this year, as he is set to retire at the conclusion of this… Read More »
Local cheerleader to attend international competition
Young local cheerleader Karmyn Phillips will soon be joining her Calgary-based team headed to an international competition in the United States. The 11-year-old athlete will be headed south to compete… Read More »
Local football player recruited to Calgary Colts
Local football player Kaden Warren has been recruited from Strathmore High School’s (SHS) team to play for the Calgary Colts in the upcoming season. “I’m really excited, it’s going to… Read More »
Standard family rodeo returns following COVID-19 hiatus
Folks in the Standard area were excited to celebrate the sixth annual family rodeo on June 25, with no shortage of events for local kids to participate in. Dallas Nelson,… Read More »
Gleichen now able to host rodeo events in official capacity
The Gleichen Agricultural Society (GAS) hosted their first Canadian Professional Rodeo Association (CPRA) and Professional Rodeo Cowboys (PRC) approved event at the newly completed community rodeo grounds on June 15… Read More »
Several local organizations host community event for local skatepark
The Wheatland Youth Network, Canadian Mental Health Association and Skatemore Girls partnered to host an event on June 17 for Strathmore youth to have their voices heard regarding their local… Read More »
Pickleball Club advocates to council for more play space
Strathmore’s pickleball club has opened discussions with Town Council regarding the idea of permanent courts to be constructed within the community. Sheila McLeod presented to Strathmore Town Council on June… Read More »
Local martial arts students to compete on world stage
Several students from Oku Damashi Martial Arts have returned from their National competition in Ottawa, having qualified for Team Canada. Sensei Tammy Thankachen, who runs Oku Damashi Martial Arts, said… Read More »
Strathmore High School Rugby team south central zone champions
Strathmore High School’s (SHS) girls rugby team has returned from their zone tournament on May 20-21 as the South Central Zone Rugby 7s Champions. Jerry Flaws, SHS athletic director said… Read More »
Professional wrestling returns to Siksika Nation
After more than half a century of hiatus, professional wrestling officially returned to Siksika Nation on May 21 and it’s looking like it’s here to stay. Siksika Nation council and… Read More »