Kings take command in South Division
The Agra Risk Wheatland Kings area starting to regain their footing in the standings, following a pair of wins over High River and Cochrane respectively Nov. 7-8. “We have been… Read More »
County announces new Interim CAO
Sherry Baers has been appointed by Wheatland County council to replace Brian Henderson as CAO for the interim while a full-time candidate is sought. Henderson will officially vacate his position… Read More »
Alberta introduces Education Act
Every parent wants to see their child succeed in school. Whether it’s learning to read their first book or solving their first math problem, these early years form the foundation… Read More »
Mobile mammography trailer returns to Langdon
The Screen Test program returned to Langdon, Oct. 30 to Nov. 1 to provide screening mammograms to eligible individuals largely between 45 and 74. Screenings were offered at no cost… Read More »
Scott Klassen to serve as new Wheatland County reeve
Scott Klassen has been elected by his peers among Wheatland County council to serve as reeve for this council term. Having served for seven years as deputy reeve, as well… Read More »
Crime WID partners with Crime Stoppers to combat copper theft
The Western Irrigation District (WID) and Calgary Crime Stoppers have partnered in an effort to stop copper wire theft across the WID’s irrigation network. The partnership serves to bring together… Read More »
Speaker series highlights vet
When Calgary-based historian and storyteller Shelly McElroy first heard the name William McKnight, she knew little more than most Albertans – that he was a Second World War flying ace… Read More »
Council appoints service board and committee members
Wheatland County council members decided, Oct. 24, during their first organizational meeting which boards and committees they would serve on to begin the new term. Unless otherwise noted, service on… Read More »
Kings retire #4 jersey honouring the late Ryan Grasdahl
The Agra Risk Wheatland Kings have officially retired their number four following the passing of former captain, Ryan Grasdahl. The jersey was raised to the rafters of the Strathmore Family… Read More »
True North receives $75,000 from province to extend programming support
The True North Society has received a $75,000 grant from the Province of Alberta in order to support ending gender-based violence within the community. The grant is described by the… Read More »
County CAO announces resignation
Wheatland County CAO Brian Henderson has announced his resignation from his position, effective Nov. 23 after nearly 10 years of employment with the county. A release acknowledging his cessation from… Read More »