Author: Staff Writer
Pumpkin tradition continues
This year marks the 30th year that Don Anderson has grown pumpkins in Wheatland County. “We had some land and I thought they’d be interesting to grow,” said Anderson. “That’s… Read More »
Rosebud School of the Arts announces new Interim Education Director
Rosebud School of the Arts’ instructor Aaron Krogman has accepted the role of Interim Education Director, taking over from long-time Education Director Paul Muir, who is now RSA’s Executive Director.… Read More »
ASB debates use of biosolids within county agricultural lands
A delegation from the City of Calgary presented to the Wheatland County Agricultural Service Board (ASB) regarding the use of biosolids, during the Oct. 4 meeting. Biosolids are a nutrient… Read More »
MPC passes several development and subdivision applications
Wheatland County Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) has approved three development permit applications, as well as a subdivision application, as of the Oct. 10 meeting. Development Permit (DP) 2023-111 was indicated… Read More »
Town looks for solutions
Town of Strathmore council will debate open hours for the Kinsmen Park pavilion, as well as increased law enforcement in the area. During the Oct. 11 Committee of the Whole… Read More »
Town to discuss Seniors Property Tax Rebate program
The Town of Strathmore is discussing potential changes to its Seniors Property Tax Rebate program, which is aimed to make the program more accessible and friendly to residents. The Seniors… Read More »
County passes first reading for Speargrass land redesignation
During the Oct. 3, regular meeting of Wheatland County council, first reading was given to Bylaw 2023-14, and a public hearing was scheduled to discuss the bylaw. Bylaw 2023-14 is… Read More »
Strathmore Library hosts first poetry slam
The Strathmore Municipal Library hosted its first poetry slam, Oct. 14, partnering with local youth, Michael Ajirireloja, for enthusiasts in the community to come out and have a space to… Read More »
Town discusses amending cemetery bylaw
The Town of Strathmore will consider amending the local cemetery bylaw, following a presentation to the Committee of the Whole, Oct. 11. “When people are at a heightened emotional state,… Read More »
County amends procedural bylaw
Wheatland County Council gave third reading to Procedure Bylaw 2023-03, being an amendment to council’s process, during the Oct. 3, regular meeting of council. During the Sept. 19, regular meeting… Read More »