Hope Bridges programs return
We are so excited to be announcing our sixth regular programming fall at Hope Bridges. And YOU are invited! Whether you are a seasoned artist or musician, have no experience… Read More »
“Couch surfing” a concern in Strathmore
Strathmore is acting as a playground for serious concern, as a large number of the community’s younger generation continue to be displaced, seeking refuge on a friend’s couch, in local… Read More »
Youngbloods win Battle of the Bands
After a gruelling seven-week competition, Lethbridge band Youngbloods emerged victorious at the first annual Battle of the Bands on Aug. 25. The screamo-rock band beat out five other finalists with… Read More »
Regional water to start flowing by Sept. 30
Plans to provide safe and clean drinking water to municipalities within Wheatland County as implemented by the Wheatland Regional Corporation (WRC) are well underway as Phase 1 is nearly completed… Read More »
All about music: New business moves into Strathmore
At 13 years of age, watching his two older brothers’ jam sessions, Daniel Wiewel wanted nothing more than a guitar. Yet when his parents finally made his dream come true,… Read More »
Local drummer captures pipe band championship
Kelsey Drummond is elated after finally winning a championship, during the North American Pipe Band Championships in Maxville, Ont., after two previous attempts. The 27-year-old tenor drummer plays with the… Read More »
Local support lets library flourish
When the Strathmore Municipal Library temporarily downsized its square footage to 1,500 sq. ft., the continuance of their summer and fall programs became a significant concern. Without additional space, the… Read More »
County eyes attainable housing
The possible creation of a society or not-for-profit dedicated to an attainable housing initiative was debated during Wheatland County council’s Aug. 15 regular meeting. Some groundwork has been done for… Read More »
Rosebud celebrates 12th annual 15 Minutes of Fame
Rosebud’s annual outdoor music festival, 15 Minutes of Fame, returns for its 12th year, Sunday, Sept. 3. Set in the green space between the Opera House and Thorny Rose Cafe,… Read More »
Tanton, Zarowny perform with Zone 2
A pair of Strathmore ball players accomplished the first step in being named to the provincial team down the road. Colby Tanton and Kaden Zarowny played for the Zone 2… Read More »
Bantam Reds bounced in provincial semifinal
Baseball fans in Cheadle were treated to the matchup everyone had been hoping for, seeing the top two teams in the province duke it out in the playoffs. Unfortunately, it… Read More »