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 15Read 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 localRead 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 JuneRead 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, saidRead 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 saidRead 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 andRead More »
CanAm Wrestling returns to Strathmore to fundraise for Happy Cat Sanctuary
CanAm Wrestling and the Alberta Wrestling Academy returned to Strathmore on May 21 to put on their monthly show and once again were aiming to raise money for someone inRead More »
Two local trick riders to perform at Ponoka Stampede
Local trick riders Mackenzie Jensen and Jayna Hale (17) have been invited to perform at the Ponoka Stampede this summer. The Ponoka Stampede is regarded as the second-to-largest rodeo eventRead More »
Local martial artists to compete on national stage
Several young martial artists who train in Wheatland County are preparing for a trip to Ottawa to compete on a national stage. Sensei Tammy Thankachen, owner of Oku Damashi MartialRead More »
Local Athlete to play in Team Alberta Senior Bowl
Football Alberta is once again hosting their annual Senior Bowl High School All-Star Game for graduating Grade 12 students and one player from Strathmore will be participating. Matthew Oslanski wasRead More »