Walking across Canada for hearts
Andrea RobertsTimes Intern A tornado, snow, heavy rains and a grizzly bear, these are some of the things that Erikki Valen, who is better know by Eric Valen, has… Read More »
The Sunset Limited: the challenge of giving others hope
Laureen F. GuentherTimes Contributor The Sunset Limited, a two-man play by Cormac McCarthy, opened on Rosebud’s BMO Studio Stage, July 8. Morris Ertman is director.Two men, named Black and… Read More »
Summer fun at the library
Andrea RobertsTimes Intern School is out and the Strathmore Municipal Library has a line up of programs and events this summer set to entertain both the youth and adults… Read More »
Passion Play tells Jesus’ story in everyday language
Laureen F. GuentherTimes Contributor The Canadian Badlands Passion Play opened its 23rd season on July 8. The Greatest Story Ever Told, as the Passion Play calls itself, is both… Read More »
Well-deserved animal care award
Sharon McLeayTimes Contributor Area residents know the Animal Care Centre of Strathmore is a good place to take their animals for health care. The centre’s website indicates 98 per… Read More »
Parting royalty
Andrea RobertsTimes Intern During the past year, current Strathmore Stampede Queen Shayla Gerencer has been a representative for Strathmore.Gerencer had learned a lot from her time as queen, travelling… Read More »
Keeping safe while two-wheeling
Andrea RobertsTimes Intern Between 2010 and 2014, there were 3,323 motorcycles involved in collisions, with 153 resulting in death.The month of July is motorcycle awareness month in Alberta, with… Read More »
Hallelujah moment for Strathmore Hospital
Sharon McLeayTimes Contributor Great news, the Strathmore hospital is finally getting renovation money from the Alberta government. The hospital will receive $2.8 million dollars via the Alberta Infrastructure Maintenance… Read More »
Battling mud and bulls
Sharon McLeayTimes Contributor At little rain didn’t stop bull riders from giving their best effort and pleasing crowds at Rockyford’s Bull-A-Rama held at the Rockyford rodeo grounds on June… Read More »
Let’s go fishing
Brady GroveTimes Contributor Fishing is an enjoyable pastime for all ages that can often be done close to home. In the Strathmore area, the pond in Kinsmen Park is… Read More »
Beaten but not defeated
Brady GroveTimes Contributor Strathmore local and owner of Apex MMA gym, Justin Schmit, took part in his first professional boxing match at the Teofista Boxing Series 19 main event… Read More »