Kings announce new head coach
The Strathmore Wheatland Kings announced a couple major changes earlier this week. After two seasons, Shadoe Stoodley stepped down as head coach. After running through a series of interviews, the… Read More »
Spartans rugby finally hits the field for Big Sky season
The Big Sky Rugby season got underway with some positive results for both Strathmore High School sports programs. The female Spartan squad lambasted the Bow Valley High School Bobcats 35-5… Read More »
Thunder take host tourney title
It’s becoming an annual rite of passage in Strathmore. Just as the ice melts and grass begins to green, the Thunder Fastball Tournament is the first welcome sign that summer… Read More »
Reds open the season in Cheadle
It was a gorgeous weekend for the return of baseball to the Wheatland County. The Strathmore Reds had difficulty duplicating results that matched the weather during the first weekend of… Read More »
Strathmore Aquatic Centre finishes construction, hosts grand opening
After months of construction, town officials and Strathmore’s Aquatic Centre staff cut the ribbon last weekend to officially re-open the facility that now features upgrades and additions. The Town of… Read More »
Wheatland County deals with water and fire
Nearly three-quarters of Wheatland County roads affected and damaged by overland flooding have now been repaired, county officials said. The recent melt of heavy snowpack brought on by warmer temperatures… Read More »
Highway cleanup happening this Saturday
Each year in May, youth volunteers throughout Wheatland County and across the province do their part to help clean up Alberta’s highways. This year, the annual highway cleanup takes place… Read More »
Wheatland County student winner of flag contest
Staff and students at Wheatland Crossing School swelled with pride last week, as Wheatland County officials unveiled the municipality’s new flag at the school for the first time – an… Read More »
Oasis Grove lot expansion permit denied
Wheatland County council has denied a development permit to Oasis Grove Golf and RV Resort to develop 84 lots and add 64 campsites to their operation. If it had passed,… Read More »
Ripple effects troublesome for cattle producers
With the sun now shining, it’s hard to believe that the results of an early and seemingly extra-long winter, along with several heavy snowfalls late in the season may have… Read More »
Scouts contribute to community
A number of eager young members of the 1st Strathmore Scouts teamed up last week to hone their skills and enhance the community. Nine Beaver Scouts and four Cub Scouts… Read More »