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Dan Deacon makes the trek over the mountains to come in from Vernon, B.C. every week with fresh produce from local orchards. Strawberries, cherries, blueberries, peaches and plums are just some of the fruit he brings in, and he also brings in vegetables, too.
Main Street becomes home to painters, musicians at annual Art Walk ROBIN TARNOWETZKI Independent reporter
Peter Barron joins the Clearview school division as superintendent starting at the end of July. Contributed photo
Clearview welcomes new superintendent ROBIN TARNOWETZKI Independent reporter New superintendent Peter Barron brings almost 30 years of education experience to his new position at the Clearview school division, starting at the end of July. “The best part (of education) is having the ability to positively influence students and to increase their life chances, to provide a hopeful, positive experience for them to develop their potential,” Barron said. He has been a teacher, assistant principal, principal, and has worked in school administration. He has a bachelor’s degree in English and French from the University of Alberta, as well as a Master of Education in Educational Administration and Leadership, also from the University of Alberta. “When I saw the ad… I thought ‘you know what, this is an exciting opportunity.’ I’m enjoying my work at central office, and I thought the opportunity to be a superintendent of a school division is one that excites me,” Barron said. “It pushes me out of my comfort zone, and it’s an important thing to model that as a lifelong learner, to push oneself to bigger aspirations. I grew up in the Red Deer area, so it’s a little bit like coming home in some ways.” After he applied, he talked to Leroy Sloan, the consultant the school board had been using to find a new superintendent. Following that, he came to Stettler for an interview with Sloan and the school board.
“As the Board of Trustees interviewed Mr. Barron we were really excited to find a candidate who will continue to take Clearview’s students on the path of success,” said board chair Ken Checkel in a news release. “Parents, students, educators and staff will appreciate Mr. Barron’s focus on 21st century learning, and his ability to positively impact success for all students.” Barron said that since the educational system in Alberta is in the midst of change, he is interested to see new initiatives be implemented in the division, and is especially interested to see how the division is using technology in schools. In his new job, he is most looking forward to meeting administration and school staff. “I’m a people person, so I think what I’m looking forward to is meeting people and seeing where the district is at and seeing how I can help to move it forward,” he said. After the news release of his new position, he received an email welcoming him to the division from a former student, who now has children going to Erskine School. He’ll be spending some time in the new few weeks in the central office in Stettler to get acquainted with staff and to spend time with former superintendent John Bailey as the transition occurs, and officially starts in his new role on July 26.
Main Street Stettler became one big art gallery over the weekend, with local artists showing off what they do during the town’s annual Art Walk. The event, which was organized by the town and Cabinet of Curiosities owner Andrea Hatch, took place on Saturday, June 13, and Hatch hopes that the event will get the word out about Stettler’s many artists. “The strange thing about Stettler is a lot of people think there aren’t a lot of artists here,” Hatch said. “And there is a huge, huge community of artists. Artists are very quiet people; they don’t really promote themselves. They paint in their back spare bedroom and nobody ever sees it. So it’s a way for people to go ‘I didn’t know you do this.’” A variety of artists came out to promote themselves – including a weaver, painters, and a musician. Hatch said that a magician was also scheduled to perform in the afternoon. She was also supposed to book a fire dancer, but didn’t want to have the threat of the fire getting away. “When I can find a spot with no buildings around, then she’ll come back,” Hatch laughed. The Art Walk started as a show on the second floor of the Stettler Recreation Centre (SRC), but there were problems getting people to come look at the art. Hatch moved it to Main Street, where the art can catch the
attention of people going about their business, and businesses like that the walk attracts people as well. “It’s also educational for appreciation,” Hatch said. “A lot of the times we don’t appreciate what we have here…it’s a nice way for the community to appreciate what we have in the community itself.” It doesn’t cost anything for the artists to participate in the Art Walk, but they are asked to give 15 per cent of their earnings during the Art Walk to the SRC on the honour system. “If they don’t sell anything, then it’s no harm no foul,” she said. “They’ve gotten out, they’ve gotten to see other people’s artwork, and they’re still happy. The whole idea is to keep everybody happy. It’s not necessarily to make a ton of money. It’s not really a moneymaking day.” Weaver Nancy Warwaruk was a quilter, and then she got into weaving about 20 years ago. She said she got “addicted” to the way threads play within the fabric. “I hope that onlookers have a better understanding of what textiles are and the fabric that makes all their clothes,” she said. Hatch said a big benefit of the Art Walk is that onlookers can interact directly with the artist and ask questions about their art. “It engages people in the art process,” she said. “I think the biggest thing we forget is that art’s everywhere. You walk across the street; the stop sign had to be designed by somebody, the walk sign had to be designed by somebody, and we forget that.”
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Bob Short performs outside Cabinet of Curiosities during Stettler’s annual Art Walk on Saturday, June 13.
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Unlikely drive-through guests shock Tim Hortons staff STACEY LAVALLIE Independent reporter No employee working at Tim Hortons would expect to come up to the drive-through window and find two horses, a wagon, and 25 people seated on bales of hay, but on Saturday, June 14, that’s exactly what happened. Every year, Stettler resident Lori Bennett gathers a “good group of friends” from near and far, bringing together a bunch of people for a weekend of fun and relaxation, something she said she believes is important because “it’s so easy to get weighed down.” Fun this year included a 170-footlong slip’n’slide and a horse-drawn wagon ride.
“The oldest was my dad, Bert, and the youngest were two-year-old twins,” Bennett said of the wagon riders. She had hired local Jim Long and his two horses and wagon for the weekend, and together the group decided to head through Tim Hortons’ drive-through. There, the group proved to be a rock-star attraction. While the area was packed with old-fashioned cars due to the nearby car show, they weren’t attracting the photographers. It was the horse and wagon in the drive-through that was. “It was hilarious,” Bennett said. “Like we were rock stars. They should have been taking photos of the cars, but they were taking photos of us.” Bennett wasn’t at the window when
the Tim Hortons’ drive-through worker came up, but she said she was told the girl “gasped, didn’t say anything and ran away” to get her friends. The crews working inside headed to the window to see the horses and wagon, and then help out taking the orders of 25 hungry and thirsty people. It wasn’t just a treat for the Tim Hortons’ workers or the people taking photos, but for the people on board the wagon, too. “I had a bunch of city kids with us,” Bennett said, noting that many of the guests came from Calgary, Cochrane and Strathmore and not all had rural experiences with horses and wagons. “And Jim Long is great,” she said of the wagon driver.
First-time Erskine 4-H members do well in show and sale ROBIN TARNOWETZKI Independent reporter The Erskine 4-H Beef Club had six new members this year, and club leader Lyle Bignell said they did well in the Stettler and District 4-H Show and Sale, though he added that the hardest part for them was getting used to leading the animal. “(They have to get) used to the fact that they weigh 60 pounds and they’re leading a 1,400 pound animal. They’re all scared of it,” Bignell said. However, one of those first-timers, Chance Morbeck, was the district grand champion this year. While Bignell said that showing and competing is important for club members, but that one of the biggest learning experiences for them is competing in public speaking every year. “A lot of these kids come in there and they will hardly talk to anybody at all,” Bignell said. “By the time they leave 4-H they’ll stand up in front of a room of 150 people and
Big Valley Vegas Night a success STACEY LAVALLIE Independent reporter Despite accidentally scheduling its Vegas Night fundraiser on the same night as two other charity events in Stettler and Delburne, the Big Valley Historical Society said its event was a success. “We did OK,” said society treasurer Bob Boswell. “We had about 190 people show up.” Though the numbers were lower than hoped for, the event broke even and raised a good chunk of money towards the organization’s fundraising goal. The money is being raised to build a tool museum to house the hundreds of hand tools donated to the society, some dating back to the 1800s. “We didn’t realize, when we picked the date, that
make a speech, no problem.” 4-H members also have the opportunity to go on trips to places like Ottawa or Denver, which allows them to meet people from all over the world. From varied experiences like public speaking or showing their animals, Bignell said club members learn selfreliance and responsibility. “With a lot of things they have to do...they kind of learn independence, and what adults have to do,” he said. “Sometimes you have to get up and talk in front of people and present your case, all that kind of stuff.” Though the show and sale marks the end of the 4-H year, Bignell said it’s not the most important thing that club members do; instead, the important thing is that they learn life skills. “The show part is good, but the sale is just kind of a reward for them,” he said. “In general, if they get through there and accomplish their tasks and no one gets hurt, it’s a learning experience for them. Whatever the sale averages is kind of secondary to what they learn from it.”
there were conflicting events,” Boswell admitted. The people who chose to come to the event enjoyed an evening of food and music, though, and it was great fun, Boswell said. “Dan Welter, who used to own the hotel here in town, donated his time to cater the event,” Boswell said. Welter, who has moved away from Big Valley, “stuck around” to help out with the event. Other local businesses and community members donated items that were auctioned off live or in silent auctions, bringing in money to help the organization reach its goal. Currently, the society has purchased the land for the new museum, and hopes to break ground later this summer or in early fall. Even though the group is a few thousand short of its fundraising goal, they have enough to complete a good deal of work. Currently, the tools are housed by the person who donated them, something the society wants to see change sooner rather than later. For the past three years, the society has been raising money for the new museum, and will begin its next fundraising campaign after a brief break for members to relax. Music was provided by Alberta country band Cat Country, who provided a mix of traditional country-western and and the popular rock-country mix that’s prevalent on today’s radio stations. Despite its name, the Vegas Night event had no gambling, not even a 50/50 draw, since the organization didn’t acquire a licence for gambling. Even without the casino activities, the event was fun for everyone, Boswell said.
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Stettler and area residents raise money for cancer ROBIN TARNOWETZKI Independent reporter Stettler residents who want to raise money and awareness of forms of cancer went to the Canalta Hotel for a Relay For Life information night and fundraiser barbecue on Tuesday, June 10. Organizers for the relay were on hand to explain to interested parties what the relay is and how it works. But that wasn’t all: For a donation, anyone could get a hot dog or hamburger (the hamburgers were cooked by Canalta general manager Brandi Page), a drink, and dessert. Relay For Life will take place at the William E. Hay track on Sept. 12. The
purpose of the event is to raise money for the Canadian Cancer Society. Teams of ten sign up and spend the night walking around the track. “It’s a really good way to give back,” said organizer Crystal Schierman. “I myself am a cancer survivor, and there are a lot of programs that the Canadian Cancer Society offers to support people who are going through cancer, as well as research for different treatments.” Last year, Relay For Life netted the Canadian Cancer Society $46.5 million. The money goes toward cancer research, prevention through promoting a healthy lifestyle, providing support services for those suffering from cancer, and providing information to
Canadians about cancer. It starts at 6:30 p.m. with opening ceremonies and cancer survivors do a lap with their caregivers to celebrate beating cancer. After that, participants walk around the track all night. Teams must have one person on the track at all times. Participants will light luminaries around the track as a memorial for those who succumbed to cancer, as well as to give well wishes to people still fighting cancer. Later, there will be a fight back ceremony, and the relay for life finishes with a breakfast in the morning. “And then everyone goes home, tired and sore, but it’s worth it,” Shierman said.
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Man loses licence after backing into hydro pole STACEY LAVALLIE Independent reporter A Stettler man has lost his licence after backing into a hydro pole and being found to be “well over” the legal limit, according to RCMP Const. Bill Lewadniuk. On Saturday, June 14, police on patrol discovered the trailer, backed into the pole, and driver who was sitting nearby on the grass. Witnesses to the incident said the man had been backing up when he backed the trailer into the pole. The driver was cooperative and provided breath samples, both which blew about twice over the legal limit. Stettler RCMP are also looking for the public’s assistance in identifying the person or persons responsible for a break and enter into Bill’s Farm Supply. Sometime in the overnight hours of June 10-11, a person or persons broke into the store and stole tools. Anyone with information is asked to contact the RCMP or, if wishing anonymity, to contact Crime Stoppers.
On June 13, police pulled over a Stettler man or a tail light infraction and found marajuana in the vehicle. It turned out the driver was on an undertaking and the possession of the drug was violating the conditions, earning him a trip back to jail. Want to report a traffic complaint? Here’s how: Have you ever narrowly avoided a traffic collision thanks to a dangerous maneuver by another driver? Watched someone driving in a way that puts other drivers, cyclists and pedestrians in danger? Suspected you were following an impaired driver? The RCMP want to hear about these incidents, and reporting them effectively gives police the tools to act on your report. RCMP need three pieces of information before they can follow up with traffic complaints: -License plate of the vehicle (partial plates can be useful when combined with 2 and 3) -Description of the vehicle and driver
-A written statement from the witness “If we can’t identify a vehicle, it’s difficult to successfully locate it,” says Corporal Matt LaBelle of Red Deer RCMP Traffic Services in a provincial media release. “A license plate is crucial, and so is a description of the vehicle. With that information, we can locate the registered owner and take the complaint from there.” Another key element to a traffic complaint is a written statement – from you. “If RCMP didn’t witness the incident, we have to rely on witness statements in order to proceed with the investigation and the potential laying of charges,” said LaBelle. “We can’t lay charges without a sworn statement from a witness.” Traffic complaints should be reported to the Stettler RCMP complaint line at 403-742-3381. In the case of a suspected impaired driver who is still behind the wheel, police ask callers to phone 911 with a license plate, description of vehicle, location where it was seen and the vehicle’s direction of travel.
‘This is really bad,’ says judge STACEY LAVALLIE Independent reporter A Stettler woman is facing a hefty fine and victim surcharge after being arrested earlier this year for impaired driving in an incident that Judge G.E. Deck called “really bad.” The court heard that Stettler RCMP responded to a complaint near Dairy Queen about an intoxicated driver last month, and located Rose Duda. When Duda was stopped by the police, she appeared “somewhat confused,” the Crown prosecutor told the court. When Duda had a breath sample taken to determine her level of intoxication, it reached levels that were considered “aggravating.” When a person reaches a blood alcohol reading of 160mg it is considered aggravating, Deck said. Duda registered a reading of 290mg.
“So this is really bad,” he said. “You were driving so badly that a civilian had to call police, you were so frightening.” Duda pleaded guilty to the charge of impaired driving, and as such as sentenced to a fine of $1,800. Despite having no previous record, the aggravating level of impairment registered a higher fine. In addition to the $1,800, Duda will be required to pay a $540 victim surcharge. The court gave Duda six months to pay the hefty fines. Duda is also suspended from driving for 15 months, and at some point will have to re-apply for her driver’s licence. Also in court were several individuals setting trial dates or entering pleas. Stettler resident Kayla Kobi appeared before the court not only to set trial dates on charges of break and enter and possession of stolen goods, but also to request that her conditions
be amended. Kobi has been trying to find a new job since her conditions imposed a curfew upon her, and prevents her from being in a location where the primary purpose is the sale of alcohol. Before her arrest, Kobi worked in a bar, the court was told. Kobi asked if the Court would amend her conditions to allow her to remain out after her curfew on workrelated causes, or in the company of one of her grandparents, who are her surety during this time of release. Further, she asked if the conditions could be amended to let her visit places that sell alcohol and be in possession of alcohol, so she could resume working in the bar. The court agreed, though the condition stating Kobi cannot consume alcohol remains in place. Alberta Provincial Court next takes place in Stettler on June 26.
Grain trains still moving Oil not hogging rail space, says minister STACEY LAVALLIE Independent reporter Keeping Alberta farmers’ crops flowing this coming harvest is at the forefront of Alberta Transportation Minister Wayne Drysdale’s agenda, he said when he visited Stettler County on June 9. Drysdale was visiting communities across Alberta to gather feedback on transportation issues, which included the backlog of grain and canola that hit farmers hard this past winter. A long, colder than usual winter slowed down train traffic through the winter, which left farmers with product in their silos and nowhere to send it, since the elevators were already full. Though a federal issue, Drysdale said it’s one the province is keeping an eye on, so it can be sure that everything that it can do to help keep the harvest moving to its destinations is done. One thing, however, isn’t backing up grain: oil. “Only three per cent of rail traffic is oil,” he said, citing numbers from the rail companies. “They’d rather actually transport grain. It’s the same cost (to them), but with far less risk.” Grain and canola make up the largest chunk of rail transportation in country, Drysdale said, but oil has been much in the spotlight after the tragedy in Lac Megantic in June 2013, which killed 45 people, or the less-fiery derailment west of Edmonton last fall.
“Rail safety is a big factor,” Drysdale said. Despite last year’s incidents, rail transportation is “actually really safe,” he said. “When you consider the number of incidents with how many trains go by, it’s actually very small.” Drysdale said the delays with last year’s harvest was really just the “stars all align(ing) for a bad deal.” The rail companies, not expecting the above-average harvest, weren’t moving as many cars as they could have early in the fall, before the cold weather set in. Adding in the cold weather that forced trains to move slower and the length of the winter, delays were inevitable. However, a large dent has been made in the backlog since the railways have been meeting the federally mandated daily transportation quotas, Drysdale noted. By the time the next harvest rolls in, he said he hopes that the rail companies will have moved most of the harvest. A solution to the backlog will be multifold, Drysdale said, instead of just adding more rail capacity. Finding additional markets, including other shareholders in the system, and even redeveloping the system if necessary is something everyone should be looking at as an option. And that’s why Drysdale is meeting with communities in the province, he said. He can gather information and bring it to the table to help ensure there’s no backlog this fall like there was last year. “We’re hoping these meetings will get us a feel for the concerns of the communities in regard to transportation,” he concluded.
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Animal abuse case is another The most wake-up call – again! important asset of the future Last month some information surfaced from official records that the tiny EU member state of Belgium had purchased more than US$140 billion worth of US Treasury Bonds within three months ending in January 2014. Belgium has a very small budget compared to many other countries and it was revealed that the bond purchase was equal to one third of the annual national income of that country. So why would the Belgian government make such an investment at a cost of a massive deficit in its budget? It turned out that Belgian central bank was persuaded (!) by the US Federal Reserve to be part of a bookkeeping trick to make the US Treasury bonds look still in demand in the international financial markets after an unknown holder of the bonds suddenly ditched the $140 billion worth papers. Speculation is that the culprit is either Russia or China. Then, Russia and China recently announced a 30-year, US$ 400 billion worth natural gas deal, a trade that will be conducted without the use of US dollars. So what? What is the relevance of the news for a reader in central Alberta, Canada? We will all be well advised to follow and learn about these developments because these are the opening salvoes of a new kind of war that will affect each and every person on earth regardless of their nationality, race, age, gender or creed. This new kind of war will have many facets: In countries where human life is not held in very high regard, like Iraq and Syria, it will continue to be fought with guns through proxies; in financial markets, it is and will continue to be waged by men in expensive suits over telephone lines and broadband Internet connections using digital data at stock exchanges and banks; and in the halls and rooms of big government offices by diplomats, government consultants, ministers and their senior aides. Following the collapse of the Soviet bloc and the ensuing universal recognition of Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA) of the World Bank group as the single most important authority in international financial markets in early ‘90s, financial and banking practices which have been in use in the west for decades quickly spread to not only the former Soviet bloc countries, but to underdeveloped nations in Asia and Africa as well. That meant access to the wealth in those previously unreachable markets and in the last quarter of a century since Soviet Union was dissolved, trillions of dollars moved from the smaller boardrooms of financial companies in, say, Moscow, Almaty, Jakarta, Darussalam, Tunis among others, to major centers like London, New York, Frankfurt and Zurich. But something else happened, too: Now that the east has learned the rules of the game played by the west, we are witnessing the beginnings of a massive realignment of forces on a global scale in preparation for the new war. But as we have already witnessed in the situation that has been developing in Ukraine, in this new war, alliances will be fluid, allegiances equivocal. Europe, particularly Germany, given its overwhelming dependence on Russia for its energy input, will not blindly side with the US and the wealthy Saudi Arabia and other Gulf sheikhdoms will look elsewhere to secure their petrodollar-based wealth given the threat to the position of US dollar as the reserve currency of the international trade. In the end, this new war will impact every bread earner of every household and every bank account holder in every country. So the most valuable assets in the struggle for survival in the course of the coming war will be information and prudence in using that information.
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A recent video from a large BC dairy farm showing animal abuse should come as another wake-up call to the animal agriculture industry. Considering the sensitivity of such images and their negative impact on the public, one wonders why everyone in the industry isn’t highly attuned to the issue. No doubt employees and managers at such operations have now been reminded of the consequences of animal abuse practices as they should. But I expect complacency sets in at many large livestock operations until the next abuse case is exposed. Livestock organizations have spent years developing animal handling and management codes of practice in an effort to provide a culture of quality and humane animal care in the industry. But human nature is difficult to manage and frustration and anger can all too easily overcome common sense in difficult handling situations. However, it has been shown that can be changed if it involves such measures as electronic surveillance. Some large packing operations and livestock sales facilities have installed cameras to keep track of how live animals are being handled by their employees. Employees are aware of the consequences and handling is much improved. For such operations, there is a side benefit – more humane handling results in less stressed animals and less bruising – that’s a financial benefit. Animal behaviourists such as Temple Grandin have greatly assisted by designing handling facilities that resolve bottlenecks and encourage safe and quiet animal movement. To take advantage of such progress, perhaps any new or renovated livestock facility should be required to install only approved humane handling equipment and layouts. That would be a proactive approach to hopefully avoid another incident. For livestock and poultry under supply management, this type of process should be easy to implement. In fact, some of the poultry boards have already taken such an approach with improved cage
systems and unique shipping practices. Then there is the more draconian side of the story and it’s encouraged, maybe forced, the poultry and hog industries to make handling changes. Fast food and grocery chains are now demanding that changes be made, and the genesis of those demands in many cases were shocking animal abuse videos. The reality is that in today’s global instant social media world, such videos are dynamite. The worst consequence of the recent BC case is that even though it may be isolated, it gets the instant attention of major buyers and probably confirms any suspicions they might have about existing animal handling practices. They probably don’t have a lot time for excuses and they want action, being they are the ones that have to deal directly with the consuming public and fear-mongering animal rights lobby groups. Having said that, one has to consider the role of animal rights extremist organizations and their nefarious role in fear-mongering about animal agriculture. It has to be said that most such groups have no real concern for the welfare of animals in commercial agriculture. They want to eliminate food animal agriculture and will utilize any means they can to achieve that end. Obtaining undercover videos of animal abuse is a tried and true practice and garners instant media attention and fodder to encourage more donations
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Wednesday, June 18, 2014
Play The Game In Front of You On Wednesday, June 11, 2014, we got the June installment of the U.S.D.A.’s W.A.S.D.E. report and boy, was it a stinker. As in everyone left the ice (err, trading floor and screens) and didn’t want to play anymore because there was barely anything changed from the May report a month previous. One of the numbers poured over the most was the old crop soybean carryout, which ended up getting downgraded slightly (but as expected) to 125 million bushels, which, at 3.7 per cent, is the lowest stocks-to-use ratio since records started being kept in the 1960s. Alas, we’re almost done the old crop marketing year so what’s new crop doing? Truthfully, it’s not music to your bank account’s ears at this point. The U.S.D.A.’s world production estimates for the 2014/15 marketing year all rose which, in turn, raised ending stocks for the 14/15 season. The one bull that seems to still be in the neighbourhood is the risk of an El Nino hitting
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The U.S.D.A.’s world production estimates for the 2014/15 marketing year all rose which, in turn, raised ending stocks for the 14/15 season.
Australia’s wheat and canola crops and, further north, the pulse and vegetable oilseed fields in Southeast Asia. That being said, more reports are surfacing that the weather event will be just moderate and that losses won’t be too significant – AKA it could take a few percentage points off of total output, but not half the crop. Accordingly, you have the play the game that’s in front of you, not the one you hope will get put on the field (or ice or whatever playing surface you relate to best). Spanning the rest of the world, China has suspended imports of U.S.
BRENNAN TURNER DDGs feedstock grains as more than a few shipments included traces of the unapproved Syngenta corn variety, MIR 162. Unsurprisingly, this comes on the heels of April owning the record for the largest amount of DDG import by the People’s Republic in one month. On the flipside, soybean crush margins in China are starting to improve so cue the boats from South America to get rolling again. Speaking of
which, Brazil’s wheat crop is being forecasted as bigger than initially expected, joining the E.U., the Black Sea…the list goes on. However, on a bit of a positive note, according to the Port of Thunder Bay, they had their busiest month in 16 years in May, moving 1.3M tonnes of grain, more than a 90 per cent increase over the fiveyear average. While C.N. boasted about its ability to move 5,500 cars per week in May, 38 per cent more than the previous record, I’m still hearing many producer car orders/obligations are not being fulfilled by the railroads. Adding to the woes is the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers who recently forecasted oil movement by rail in Western Canada to more than triple in the next two years as the industry’s options remain idled by pipeline regulatory approval and construction. Ultimately, Canada is a resource nation and I can guarantee you that the next two years won’t be pretty as industry groups, private
Don’t lose the glow! I performed an out-of-town wedding recently for a couple that I met with only twice. This is atypical because I usually require 4-5 pre-marriage counseling sessions. The young couple were refreshingly uncomplicated and visibly taken with each other. In their ceremony submit yourselves I mentioned to them one to another in that, due to both distance and their aforementhe fear of God” and tioned demeanor, they had received “the reader’s post scripted by, digest version” of my pre“husbands love your marriage counseling. I added that there was such wives as Christ loved a glow about them that I the church and gave didn’t have to turn the lights on in my office for Himself for it”. three days after their visit. However, it is interesting how quickly the infatuation can turn into agitation with some couples...sometimes only a few weeks down the road. And this can take place for a myriad of reasons...most of which when placed under close scrutiny are the result of mountain climbing over molehills. I have heard that one of the primary frustrations with couples is determining who is in charge and of what. I have also heard that the biblical delineation for the roles of married couples is archaic and nonfunctional. Quite the contrary! The Biblical description of what a marriage should be, not only provides a description of roles, but lays the groundwork for perennial harmony in marriage. The benchmark for this issue is found in Genesis chapters 1 – 3. When I began my ministry in the 70s, the feminists would go absolutely “ape” at the mention of this text. But in this passage it is clear that both Adam and
companies, and the government will all be scrambling to get on and secure their portion of the playing surface (AKA infrastructure). Make sure you know your position(s) on the field too - due diligence and pregame planning can pay off. To growth, Brennan Turner President, FarmLead.com Brennan Turner is originally from Foam Lake, SK, where his family started farming the land in the 1920s. After completing his degree
in economics from Yale University and then playing some pro hockey, Mr. Turner spent some time working in finance before starting FarmLead.com, a risk-free, transparent online and now mobile grain marketplace (app available for iOS and Android). His weekly column is a summary of his free, daily market note, the FarmLead Breakfast Brief. He can be reached via email (b.turner@farmlead. com) or phone (1-855-3327653).
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Car enthusiasts congregate in Stettler ROBIN TARNOWETZKI Independent reporter Vehicles from a variety of decades were polished to perfection for onlookers to check out at the Stettler Car Club’s Show and Shine and Cruise on Saturday, June 14. Car enthusiasts from Edmonton, Calgary, Red Deer, Coronation, Sylvan Lake, and others displayed their cars and answered
questions during the day, and then cruised down to Big Valley for dinner and live entertainment. “The purpose is to come out and show what you have for vehicles,” said Kerri Short, a member of the car club. “It’s just a chance for us all to get together and show off our cars.” Car clubs don’t just display their cars: the Stettler Car Club also has an 1/8 mile race at the Stettler
Airport on July 19 and 20, and Short said “That’s where you come out and show us what you’ve got.” Brian Boutin of the Sylvan Lake Car Club is taking his ’54 Chevrolet to Spokane in August and then on to Idaho for car shows there. “We go for a lot of cruising, and we just do car stuff,” Boutin said. He bought his truck from a close friend about a year ago, but laughed that his Robin Tarnowetzki/Independent reporter
Brian Boutin poses with his prized ’54 Chevrolet, built in 1995, at the Stettler Car Club Show and Shine and Cruise on Saturday, June 15.
wife will only let him have one. He likes the car club for not only the chance to discuss car-related things with like-minded people, but also for the social aspect
of it. “You can get so many good ideas when you want to modify something or if you’re looking for a part, you can always find it,” he
said. “It’s really a together thing. We all work together. If somebody breaks down, everybody’s stopping. It’s kind of a camaraderie thing.”
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Construction of the new Stettler Skatepark is set to break ground shortly in West Stettler Park, thanks to the generous donations and fundraising efforts of the community, and a lastminute bridge loan from the Town of Stettler. At the June 3 Town of Stettler council meeting, Lee Penner, director of parks and services, told council the Skate Park had raised all of the money necessary for the skate park’s construction except for $10,000. However, the window to start building the park this year was growing smaller, and unless the
committee could come up with the shortfall, it would have to wait until next year. Council decided to give the committee the outstanding $10,000 so construction on the new park could break ground this year, but made it clear it was not a donation but a loan to bridge the gap. The news that construction would be beginning this year was something kids at the current skate park – an outdoor rink with a few rails and jumps installed – greeted with enthusiasm. “This skatepark sucks,” Jordan Gallard, 11, said. He admitted the town had done well to have something available to skaters, but there was very little for serious aficionados of the sport
to do with the current setup. “I can’t wait for the air I’m going to get,” added Brett Mercier, 12. “There’s only one jump right now and you can’t get more than three feet on it.” The two said they’re both looking forward to different parts of the park – Mercier can’t wait to enjoy the jumps and the simple length of the courses, and Gallard can’t wait to ride some of the rails. Construction is slated to begin later this summer. The park will be located beside the baseball diamond in West Stettler Park, and will be free for all members of the community, regardless of age, to use.
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Brett Mercier twists mid-air after coming off a ramp at the current, makeshift Stettler Skatepark. He and his friends are excited about the new park, which will begin construction in the near future.
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The Stettler Board of Trade wants you to climb Mount Stettler, and has postcards so residents can get others to do so.
See the town differently from a new vantage point ROBIN TARNOWETZKI Independent reporter The Stettler Board of Trade wants you to see the town in a new light by climbing Mt. Stettler in West Stettler Park. “We were looking for a way to acknowledge something that was already here, and we also know people are familiar with West Stettler Park and a lot of people will walk over there but walk around the hill,” said Aubrey Brown, executive director of the Stettler Regional Board of Trade. “But some of them would actually hesitate to climb it, and it’s kind of good to just get up there. Kids, however, don’t hesitate to climb it.” Right now, the tourism campaign just involves postcards that are sold at the Board of Trade. But there is more that could be possible in the future. Brown and the Board of Trade staff were brainstorming other activities as part of the initiative, such as a concert on the hill or selfies on the hill. Brown is hoping to get some input from the community as
well. “These are just discussion topics, but as you can see, when you start even just introducing them, it gets people talking about tourism,” Brown said. The campaign comes from wanting Stettlerites to acknowledge something that they maybe hadn’t thought about before. “It’s easier for us here to acknowledge the things that there are to do in town, but sometimes when people live here, they forget about some of those opportunities, so we want to draw attention to the obvious,” Brown said. “We know it’s there, but it would never dawn on you to even walk there as a destination or when you’re in West Stettler Park to go up the hill.” Brown hopes that eventually the campaign will spread outside Stettler and bring more tourists to the area. “We want people to start seeing the town just a little differently, and to do that you have to actually go somewhere different in the town,” hesaid.
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Melanie (Amy Stratulate) tries to seduce Ryan (Justin Fleischhacker) in Wildcat Theatre’s production of One Slight Hitch on Friday, June 13.
Standing ovation for Wildcat Theatre’s ‘One Slight Hitch’ ROBIN TARNOWETZKI Independent reporter
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About 280 passengers came out for the first train excursion of its 25th year on Saturday, May 17.
Steam train is Stettler tourist draw for 25 years ROBIN TARNOWETZKI Independent reporter Alberta Prairie Railway is celebrating 25 years of drawing tourists from all over the world to Stettler this year. CEO Don Gillespie, who was involved with the company from the beginning, said there wasn’t much tourismwise in central Alberta when he started with the train. Now, 25 years later, the train draws upwards of 17,000 people a year to both Stettler and Big Valley, and drew about 280 for its very first excursion of 2014 in mid-May. “It is a major tourist attraction not just for Stettler, but for the province,” said Aubrey Brown, executive director of the Stettler Regional Board of Trade. “What it does is it draws some of the attention away from traditional tourism areas like Edmonton, Calgary, Banff, Jasper, so now we have something actually in the prairies, and so that was kind of innovative.” The train goes to Big Valley, where tourists get several hours to explore the town and see the museums, shops, and historical church. Rod Miller with the Big Valley Historical Society said that sometimes visitors don’t get a chance to see everything they want to. “Which is a good thing in a way, because you get some of them coming back,” said Dan Welter, fundraising chair for the Big Valley Historical Society. While other places have steam train excursions, not many offer the full experience of food, drinks, onboard entertainment, and a train robbery like Alberta Prairie does. “The experience of riding the train is very social, and that’s kind of a different type of experience,” Brown said. “They’ve been very successful in assigning seats to people and introducing them to their neighbours, so people’s experience is quite positive.” Passengers come from all over the world: Australia, New Zealand, England, the U.S., Holland, and Germany. “Stettler gets a major, major spinoff of that business,” Welter said. “Hotels and motels, shopping, gas stations, all that...there’s no place to stay here (in Big Valley), so they go back to Stettler.” Brown said that tourists come to Stettler for the train, but once they see what Stettler has to offer, they may stay
longer, and more importantly, plan a return trip. “A lot of people think you don’t get a lot of business from it, but I know that...the store gets business from the train, the boardwalk and antique shop get business from the train…and not only that, but it actually puts your town on the map on a large scale,” Welter said. Gillespie isn’t sure how much the train has brought to the town financially, but estimates that it is in the millions. He added that that the company gets maybe two bad comments a year out of 16,000 passengers, but the rest of the feedback is excellent. “People internationally, when they talk about Alberta, they’ll say ‘Oh, we went to this place called Stettler’ and that’s how it is,” Brown said. “So it’s been very positive, I think.”
Students in Wildcat Theatre filled the Performing Arts Centre with laughter during their production of Lewis Black’s One Slight Hitch on June 12 to 14. “I think it went really well. I’m really proud of them,” said student director Meghan LaRose. The first show was well-attended, with a responsive audience and a standing ovation. “I was really happy that all of them came out,” LaRose said. In the play, Courtney (Maggie MacKenzie) is getting married at her parents’ (Shea Heatherington as Delia and Morgan Sorensen as Doc) house to Harper (Nathan Spencer), a nice, dependable man. The wedding goes wrong with the sudden appearance of her irresponsible ex-boyfriend, Ryan (Justin Fleischhacker), and Courtney’s sisters PB (Shannon Hammond) and Melanie (Amy Stratulate) try to save the day and stir things up, respectively. Eventually Courtney realizes that she doesn’t want to get married and calls everything off. The standouts here are Sorensen and Heatherington as Courtney’s parents. Delia spends much of the play irate about something or other, and Heatherington perfectly captured Delia’s gradual loss of patience and how she is wound as tightly as possible, while still conveying her inner warmth and love for her children when she comforts Courtney and later when she gives an impressive monologue to her listening daughters. She was also hilarious in her brief scene as a drug-addled housewife. Sorensen took one for the team and shaved part of his head to better portray a middle-aged man, and is great as the only sane man in an increasingly out of control situation. Spencer lends depth to someone who doesn’t have much time on stage to be a really developed character, and is genuine as first a man who bonds with his fiancée’s ex, and then as someone who wants to be angry and mean when she calls off the wedding, but can’t be. Fleischhacker is remarkably comfortable onstage while portraying a character who is in his underwear most of the time, and plays Ryan kind of like a golden retriever: a bit dumb, but charming and friendly. MacKenzie as Courtney spends much of the play looking morose, but has good chemistry in her scenes with everyone, especially Fleischhacker and Stratulate and Hammond as her sisters. Hammond’s best moments as PB were the dancing interludes to ‘80s classics like Bette Davis Eyes, but is also believable as someone, like her father, who just observes and tries to fix the chaos around her. Stratulate has come a long way from her portrayal as innocent nice girl Tiffany in “Back to the ‘80s” and here is really fun to watch as the perpetually intoxicated and mischievous Melanie. Friday was supposed to be a dinner theatre, but it was cancelled out of respect for Andrew Nibourg, who was a big part of the foods club that would have provided the dinner. The costs were refunded.
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Family reunions marked the weekend track meet in Stettler on Tuesday. Congratulations, they all did very well. We send birthday greetings out to Roy Haeberle, who celebrated his 92 birthday with a large gathering of family and friends at his home on Sunday afternoon. Local chuckwagon driver Layne MacThe Castor and district Gillivray is back at the track FCSS presented two plant- competing in Medicine Hat ers to the Seniors’ Center this weekend. He has aland they have been placed ready been to Grand Prairie on the south side of the and Saskatoon and heads to building. On Friday, the High River and then on to younger school students Ponoka prior to the July 1 came to assist the seniors to weekend. fill them with flowers. On Saturday, June 14, On Tuesday, grades more than 100 members of one to three class and their the Thibault, Cordel and teacher Ms. Carly Nich- Haeberle families gathered ols went to the Kerrywood for the interment of Paul nature center in Red Deer Thibault of Red Deer, who for a field trip. They also passed away in January, stopped by the Collicutt and of his brother Alfred Center. Parents Stacey Thibault of Peace River, Charbonneau, Mandy Gon- who passed away in March, da and Sandra Johnson as- at the Notre Dame cemsisted. etery, north of town. They On Friday, grades four were the youngest chilto six enjoyed a field trip dren of Ernest and Marto the Tyrell Museum in celle ( Cordel ) Thibault Drumheller with teacher and have been buried with Mrs. Ellyn Schaffner and their mother who died in parent chaperones Sandra 1931, when Paul was born. Johnson, Cynthia Perry and Their story is on page 154 Tara Schilling. The stu- of Home Fires book 1. The dents had a fun hour of fos- family who traveled here sil making. from Manning, Grimshaw, Halkirk jr. high students Port Coquitlam, Winnipeg, competed at the CARA Calgary, Edmonton and
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Group from Halkirk school planting flowers at Senior centre are Back row, left to right - Sage Gonda, Toryn Johnson, Elizabeth Williams and Tayah Perry; Front – Coy Schilling, Laya Beaudoin and Addison Charbonneau. most of central Alberta took this time of celebration to hold a family reunion and pot luck supper at the community hall facilities over the weekend. The family of Marie ( Chick ) Davidson of Vancouver brought her ashes to the Omega cemetery in
Gadsby for interment with her mother and brother. A time of fellowship was shared with family and friends in the Gadsby hall on Saturday afternoon. Marie is a sister to Harold Chick. The Anderson family met on Sunday afternoon
Camp celebrates double birthdays Cooler than normal temperatures, wind and cloud and still no rain. On Thursday evening Barb and Vic Carey attended the Grade 9 graduation banquet and presentation of the Big Valley graduates, granddaughter Victoria being one of them. They enjoyed a short history on each graduate. We send get well wishes to Joanna (Carey) Jarmin, who has been in Stettler hospital for over a week. We hope you’re home this week. Grandparents Gloria and Stan Diegel were among the campers at Pelican Point this past weekend to help grandsons Mac and Clyde Cordel celebrate their birthdays. Mac turned 5 on April 11 and brother Clyde turned 7 on June 16. Aaron and Tasha and family; uncles and aunts, Arden and Deanne and girls, Richelle and Greg and family, grandpa Gordie Cordel, all brought their RVs for the weekend campout. Grandma Evelyn and Rich Hamilton visited camp Friday and Saturday. Happy birthday Mac and Clyde. Following the interment at the Gadsby Omega Cemetery, about 40 family and friends gathered at the Gadsby Community Hall on Saturday afternoon to say farewell to Marie (Chick) Davidson with a memorial service. Several heart
at the home of Randy and Aileen Jackson to visit with relations, Delyth and Lyn Lewis who are visiting here from near Cardigan, Wales. They flew to Toronto and are traveling across Canada on VIA rail. They will join the train in Calgary and fly home from Vancouver.
Coming up: June 20 – Grade 1 orientation; June 20 - Walk a mile in HER shoes in Castor; June 20 – bridal shower for Amber Creasey, bride elect of Chris Hansel at the United Church in Stettler – Ladies please bring a brooch for a brooch bouquet.
We now offer kites to fly SUBMITTED BY LINDSEY GELECH, CHELSEY TERNES, AND TAIGEN WHITESIDE
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Summer is just around the corner, so we’ve installed our fireplace. Seriously though, it’s super-cozy and pretty even if it’s not seasonal. Come visit and see. On the other hand, the TD Summer Reading Program is a traditional part of summer at the library and we are excited to welcome Morgan and Chelsey to the Summer Reading Program co-ordination team. We are almost done visiting schools in and around Stettler and hope to see many of the incredible youth that we have met. The Tiny Tinker program is for ages 5-7 and the Energetic Engineers is for 8-11 year olds on Tuesdays and Thursdays. There will also be a Wednesday program in Rochon Sands hall, as well as family friendly Monday and Friday activities. The Summer Reading Club has its own Facebook page (under Stettler Summer Reading Program) and we will be posting updates and details as the summer gets closer. Keep your eyes open for our events and posters. If you’re looking for some summer reading or viewing, stop
in and talk to Pam, Brandi, Crystal or Mary. They’d be happy to help you pick something to while away the hours. New this week: Cassandra Clare’s “City of Heavenly Fire,” the graphic novel “Andre the Giant: Life and Legend” and the DVD of “Orange is the New Black.” For now, here are some of the exciting events that are happening. Come to the Stettler Public Library on Thursday June 19 at 4 p.m. to create and fly (weather permitting) a kite. It is sure to be a blast, so bring your family and friends. Cool Science Day is taking place Saturday June 21 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Stettler Public Library. Come show off your scientific prowess and see some amazing experiments. Would you like to be the writer of the next great Canadian novel? Join the Stettler Writer’s Club on Thursday, June 25 at 6:30 pm at SPL. Be sure to bring your writing utensil, paper, and creativity. Read and Rhyme will be continuing through the summer on Wednesday mornings at 11 am. There will also be some exciting Friday events. Come check it out. And don’t forget that LEGO club will be happening each Saturday afternoon from 1 to 4 pm.
Assumptions and how they lead to misunderstandings BY WENDY RHYASON, MA COUNSELLING EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR STETTLER COMMUNITY SUPPORT CENTRE AND FCSS Are you disliked by a person you barely know? Is someone angry with you and you don’t know why? Are you confused because one of your friends or co-workers is suddenly distant or cold? If you’ve experienced these situations, it is likely an assumption has been made and something you said or did was interpreted as negative and/or hurtful. We all make assumptions throughout the day about what is happening in the world around us. You see backup lights on a vehicle and assume the person wants to back out of their parking space. Lights on in a store would cause you to assume the place is open.
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Wednesday, June 18, 2014
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Byemoor students bid farewell to Ontario twins STACEY LAVALLIE Independent reporter
Quilters display handiwork at show ROBIN TARNOWETZKI Independent reporter For a small fee, Stettler residents could see a large amount of craftmanship at the Heartland Quilters’ Guild Quilt Show at the Legion on June 14 and 15. About 25 people displayed quilts on the weekend, and the designs ranged from snowflakes to Dr. Seuss. In addition, the guild made 17 quilts to be donated to Little Warriors, an organization that helps victims of sexual abuse, based out of Edmonton. Not all the quilts displayed were made by quilters in the guild. “If you like quilting, we want you to come,” said Jean North, who is a member of the guild. “You don’t have to belong to the guild. As long as you’re a resident of the town or the county of Stettler, we’d love to have all the quilts.” The guild began 25 years ago, and North and fellow member May Pollock agree that the best part of being in the guild is socializing and seeing friends. “It’s kind of my social life,” North laughed. “As
my kids say, it keeps me off the streets at night.” Pollock hoped that visitors to the show gained an appreciation for the effort that goes into making a quilt. “I don’t think most people realize the cost that goes into making it,” North said. “For an example, for a rag quilt...the material alone is worth over $100. Then you have the batting that goes in it, and the thread, and your work.” Both North and Pollock have been in the guild since the beginning, but were both quilting before that. By their own admission, they weren’t working seriously at it, and not to as high a quality that their quilts have now. Though North loves quilting, she wouldn’t recommend it as a hobby unless the individual was really interested and committed. “I think you have to really want to do something like that,” she said. “I think you have to be interested in it, and then as you get into it, you’re dragged in kicking and screaming if need be.”
Students and staff from Byemoor and Big Valley schools, parents and friends gathered at the Byemoor Community Hall to bid farewell to their Grade 9 graduate and the 10 Ontario twins who had been visiting from Cornwall. Every few years, the Byemoor School takes part in a twinning program that matches up students from at least two provinces apart. Students from one location visit and live with their twins in their home community, before returning home and then playing host to the twins they visited. This time around, students from Byemoor and a few from Big Valley were twinned with students from Cornwall, Ont. School Sacred Heart. “The space here is just ‘wow,’” said Sacred Heart teacher Liz McGillis. She accompanied the 10 Cornwall students when they visited Byemoor. “My sister lives in Calgary but it’s been 20 years since I’ve been to Alberta,” McGillis explained, noting that even then she spent her time in the southern Alberta city rather than in the countryside. McGillis praised the hospitality of the Byemoor hosts, citing the warm welcome and the many activities planned for the students as highlights. “It makes me think we could have done more on our side,” she admitted. The hall had been prepared throughout the day by students from Grade 1-4, and the school provided hamburgers while parents brought in food for a potluck dinner. The hall was loud with the voices of the students as they had fun on their last day together. Jaryl Walker, a parent of Grade 8 student Ally, was also one of the foster parents for a Cornwall student. Ally’s twin was Andrew D’Alessio. “It’s been just a delight,” she said. “Cornwall has 48,000 people so to come here for them is quite the difference.” Students had a chance to head up into the mountains and visit Banff, went to Drumheller to visit the Royal Tyrell Museum, and spent time learning farm and ranch activities, like horseback riding. They also went up to Wetaskiwin and Edmonton. For D’Alessio, it was the first time out west through not the first time on a plane, as it was for many of the students who came out west. “It’s pretty cool,” he said of Central Alberta. “You have all this land to explore. At night, the stars are so bright.” He said the wide variety and number of wildlife and farm stock was a surprise to him, something he wasn’t expecting. “Playing with Ally and her family was the most fun,” he said. “If I could, I would stay longer.” After a brief visit home, of course, he noted.
Playing host was an odd experience, he said, but one that was a lot of fun. The Cornwall students hosted the Byemoor and Big Valley students first. “We were able to take them places they’ve never seen, and places some of us had never been,” he said. “It was kind of weird having someone staying in your home that you’ve never met, but it got normal fast.” The two trips weren’t without trouble, though. During the Cornwall part of the visit, one student had his glasses knocked off his face. And off the boat. They now reside on the bottom of the Saint Lawrence Seaway. Here in Stettler, another student, also from Cornwall, broke his arm playing football. Thirteen-year-old Ben Ross also came out from Cornwall. “It’s really nice out here,” he said. “It’s really calm compared to city life.” He said some of the things he’s seen have only made him realize how different Ontario is. “You only have licence plates on the front (of your vehicles),” he noted, adding that in Ontario there’s plates at both the front and back. “Water fountain faucets are on the left instead of the right.” He really enjoyed the mountains, he said, adding that they “make you stop and really take a long look.” “I would do it again – and it’ll be nice to keep in touch,” he said. Keeping in touch is easier than when she first started her exchanges back when she was a student, McGillis noted. She’s been to Europe as an exchange student when she was the same age as the students she now escorted, and has escorted high schoolers on exchange trips in the past. This is the first time with a group this age, she noted. “With the Internet and Skype it’s really easy to stay in touch, so I hope these students do,” she said. “When I was a student, it was letters in the post, and we still built life-long friendships.” Byemoor School this year had only one Grade 9 student heading over to Stettler’s secondary school, William E. Hay Composite High School. Billy Joe Hawkins, who also took part in the exchange, was feted by school staff and his fellow students, forced to sit on stage while “toasted” by one of his teachers – a gentle roasting from those who knew him. They teased Hawkins for his smarts – even though he never backed it up by showing his work on his math tests. They also congratulated him on his recent rise to Corporal in the Coronation Air Cadets. “He’s a Mona Lisa Smile type of kid,” said Gwen Keith, who delivered the toast. “He likes to take things apart to see how they work,” though she added the putting together part was still a work in progress. She noted that Hawkins had developed the best “chick magnet” around: “If you put a yo-yo in his hand, he attracts girls like a moth to a flame.”
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Library Legacy Luncheon was great fun Are you short a few h oodies at your house? T-shirts? We have a huge pile of lost and found articles in the front entryway of the school. Please come and take a look, and take home anything you think belongs to your child. The students have already looked through it, and there is still lots that is unclaimed! On Tuesday, June 10, the Alberta Prairie Steam Train visited Stettler Elementary so that we could be part of their 25th anniversary celebration. The students met the famous Gabriel Dumont and were given a little history about the steam train. All of the students and staff received a t-shirt to celebrate 25th anniversary as well as a cupcake. Students were very excited to wear their t-shirts—some students put them on right away, and others wore their t-shirts for the rest of the week! Thank you to Alberta Prairie Steam Train for including us in their celebration. A big thank you goes out to Mr. Dhillan Mahinder and Downtown Dry Cleaners for donating the cleaning of the special black vests that our show choir, choral speech, and classroom musical numbers wear throughout the year. The vests are now ready for another year of music and speech. On Wednesday, June 11, grades 4 and 5 had their track meet. Students participated in many running and throwing events, and ended the day with relay races. A rain delay at noon meant that some of the events were finished on Thursday. Students ran hard through all of the weather conditions, and they will learn which level of participation ribbon they earned when we have our track assembly during the last week of school. Thank you to Mrs. Poapst and her team of teachers, teaching assistants, and parents, for a well-run, jammedpacked day of fun and fitness.
The annual Grade Five Library Legacy Luncheon was held on Friday, June 13 for an enthusiastic and appreciative group of about 82 grade five students and their teachers. Funded by the Stettler Elementary School Council, this event provides a delicious lunch for everyone, as well as enabling our graduating students to leave a lasting legacy in our school. Each student selects a book to dedicate to our school library, and that student’s name and photograph are placed on the inside cover. Future generations of students recognize older siblings, neighbours, or family friends, and school staff is reminded of the many young lives that pass through our hallways. We wish to extend a special thanks to all the parents who baked loads of cookies for this event and to the dedicated moms, dads, and friends who came out to help everything run smoothly. On hand that day to serve food and assist in so many other ways, were (and we sure hope we do not miss anyone!): Laura Norman (head organizer), Jill Barclay, Donna Strohschein, Danneilia Bradford, Danee Kranzler, Christel Shuckburgh, Becky Scott, Danea Whitford, Carla Collard, Tina Hoffman, Kris Satre, Judy-Lyn Sylvester, and Lori Anderson. The Legacy Luncheon is always a bittersweet event. We are happy for the successes of our oldest group of students, but are sad to see them move on to the middle school. We wish them all the very best. On Friday, June 13, SES had a bicycle safety rodeo that all grades participated in. A big thank-you goes to Constable Lewadniuk who organized this event for our students. The RCMP, along with a few parent volunteers, ran six stations. One of the stations included
bike helmet safety where the students got to see how a proper helmet can save a brain injury. The students witnessed an egg in a helmet dropped from four feet onto the concrete and it did not break. Other stations included shoulder checking, riding through a busy intersection, riding in a figure eight, and bicycle maintenance. It was a great day as the students had fun and learned lots. Field trips are continuing this week and next, with Grade 2 students going to Drumheller on Monday, June 23, to visit Coulee school and take a train ride through a mine. Grade 3s will also be away on June 23 as that is the day they go to Circle Square Ranch. Grade 2 and 3 students will be having their Track Meet on Tuesday, June 24. Kindergarten-Grade 1 Fun Day was this Tuesday, June 17. Thank you to the many parents who came out to help run events, and to the classroom teachers and Mrs. Neitz for all of the organizing. Kindergarten will have their last day of school on Wednesday, June 18, and Grade 1s head to Drumheller on Tuesday, June 24, for their year-end field trip. The hallways at SES are much quieter this week as the Grade 5s are all out at Circle Square Ranch for their annual Outdoor Camp. Thank you to the many parent volunteers, and the SES and Circle Square staffs for making it a wonderful week of learning and fun. Thank you, also, to Constable Lewadniuk (RCMP) and Mr. Todd Ponich (Conservation Officer) for coming out to Circle Square Ranch and giving interesting and informative presentations. The Grade 5 campers will return to SES at about 2 p.m. on Friday, and then students and teachers will spend the weekend catching up on sleep.
Best of luck to Grade 8 in high school BY SEANNA JONES & XAVIER MORENO Stettler Middle School
Can you believe the end of the school year is here? This will be the last article submitted by students from the SMS journalism class this year. It has been a great year for everyone here at Stettler Middle School and it will be sad saying goodbye to the Grade 8 students as they venture off to high school. We wish them the best of success next year and every year after. It’s a busy time with students studying for their final exams. The Grade 6 students write the following P.A.T.s on the assigned dates: language arts is today, math will be tomorrow, science on June 20 and social studies on June 23. Grade 7 and 8 students write their final exams as outlined: math on June 20, language arts on June 23, science on June 24, and social studies on June 25. Exam times are from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., with no student allowed to leave before 11 a.m. Those needing more
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time will be allowed to stay. On June 25, Grade 8 students will be staying after their social studies exam in order to meet their high school TA teacher for next year. This will be the last day for students. Students can return on Friday, June 27 to pick up their report cards from 1 to 2 p.m. from their homeroom teachers. If they are unable to pick them up during that time, they will be mailed out. Mrs. Hallett would like to thank CJ Hanson from Performance Physio for coming in and teaching the Grade 8 nutrition and fitness class about proper fitness. It was a great experience for the students. The last C.I.A. lunch is being held today. All those who received C.I.A. nominations in the last few months are invited to take part and enjoy a free meal of burgers, chips and pop. The Grade 6 D.A.R.E. graduation ceremony will be held this Monday in the PAC from 10:45 a.m. to noon. The 6C class won the pizza party for having the best participation at our SMS track event on June 3. Congratulations! A big thank you goes out to all parents and staff that helped out with our track meet. C.A.R.A. track meet was on June 10 with other schools competing against ours. A record was broken for the Grade 7 boys 200m race by Noah McKay. Way to go, Noah. We had outstanding performances by the following students: Talon Conner, Shayna Brower, B a i l ey We b b , R o b e r t Mbongalonzi, and Noah McKay. Overall, we had a higher number of athletes participating than usual. Everyone did very well and we are proud of their accomplishments. The annual talent show was this past Thursday and it was great to see all the students sharing their talents and having fun at the same time. A special thank you goes out to Mrs. Erickson and Mr. Rahn for organizing the event and helping the students with the preparation of their individual pieces. The winner of the chugalug contest last Wednesday was Brenden Tucker. He chugged the most pop over the lunch hour to earn that title. The night of the bands was a huge success. Mr. Rahn was very pleased with how well everything went and proud of his band’s accomplishments this year. The girls group had their windup last Thursday and the Y-CAT windup was yesterday. All library books are due into the library tomorrow. The grades 7 and 8 textbooks will be handed in when they arrive to write that particular exam. If library books or textbooks are not returned, they will be assumed lost and a bill will be sent home in the report cards. From everyone at Stettler Middle School, we would like to wish everyone a wonderful summer and see you back here in September!
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Stettler’s U18 girls returned last Sunday from Camrose Night Classic soccer tournament with gold medals Coaching staff was not available to provide information on how the girls fared at the tournament but the smiles on the faces of the players reflected the satisfaction with the outcome.
U14 boys’ soccer team brings home the bronze ROBIN TARNOWETZKI Independent reporter The U14 boys’ soccer team won a bronze medal in the Camrose Night Classic tournament over the weekend, after a tough 0-0 game that ended with a penalty kick by Bryce Schweer. “Our boys were thrilled and happy and so it was very entertaining, and a wonderful Father’s Day present for all the parents of all the kids,” said coach Greg Switenky. Switenky said Camrose is Stettler’s archrival, and that the competition between the teams goes back to prior years. While Stettler had fewer players, Switenky said that the team was up for the challenge. “Our boys played hard and our
boys played smart,” he said. “They managed the game very well.” Switenky said goalkeeper Nicholas Ruddel was “outstanding” and managed to preserve the tie and allow the game to go into penalty kicks. “He played possibly his best game of the season,” he said. He added that all the players were exceptional, and the boys who were chosen for the penalty kicks – some of whom probably had never taken a penalty shot – were thrilled for their chance to score. “It was very entertaining for all that were there watching; both sets of parents and the teams are very competitive,” Switenky said. “We’re just very happy that our boys ended up coming out on top and winning a bronze medal.”
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Bronze medal winning team: (back row) Greg Switenky (coach), Tyrrell Gauthier (middle row) Tyson Richards, Cameron Tripp, Zakary Lachowsky, Erik Rost, Daylan Kuefler, Robert Mbongalonzi, Anna Tripp (manager) (front row) Connor Wyness, Joel Hall, Riley Cornelssen, Bryce Schweer, Nicholas Ruddell, James Switenky, Steele Nichols, Daniel Moon, Caleb Miles
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Stettler boys’ intense efforts in the second half to take the lead were not enough to end the game without a tie and the result had to be decided through a penalty shoot-out.
U18 boys lose the bronze medal game in Camrose tournament SUBMITTED Stettler U-18 boys beat Rocky Mountain House 5-1 in their first game of the tournament. Rocky scored in the first minute of the game and controlled the play for the first ten minutes. The boys came around and
started to take over the game. In the second game Stettler tied the eventual gold medallist Hinton team 1-1. Hinton scored in the first half with Frank van Ommeren tying the game on a penalty with ten minutes to play. The third game saw Stettler play winless
Edson. Edson played a strong defensive game, using the smaller field to congest the play and frustrate the Stettler attack. The game ended in a 1-0 loss for Stettler boys. Stettler played the bronze medal game controlling much of the play but unable to get the go ahead goal. Braden Deagle got
the lone goal in the 1-1 tie. St. Paul won the game 3-2 on penalty kicks. The team plays in provincial qualifiers in Lacombe this weekend and is seeded top of the league.
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field as Team Kent and Team Terry in the boys’ house league battled it out in matching uniforms, resulting in an 18-18 tie. The house league currently has four teams in the Grade 3-4 age group, of which the two teams playing on Monday, June 16 belong. Both teams consistently hit the ball and stole bases, runs being scored by both as the team on the field fumbled the ball or tried to catch and missed. “We’ve got to work on getting in front of the ball,” coach Terry MacPherson said, though he said the team has been improving. It’s a sentiment echoed by the coach of the other team, Kent Hoopser. “The kids are improving every game,” he said. “They’re doing very good.” The game was a back-and-forth battle, with one team bringing in a few runs, only to lose them or fall behind in the next inning as the other team caught up and bypassed the other. “They’d get a few runs, we’d get a few runs,” MacPherson said. The game, however, was fun for everyone as the competition was lively, with both teams equally matched. No one was better than the other, meaning it was a good learning game, full of fun and excitement.
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Run! Thorson Marshall from Team Terry makes a dash for home base after teammate Douglas MacPherson (not pictured) sends the ball bouncing toward left field off a pitch from Team Kent’s Chance Morbeck. Shortstop Marcus Laisnez breaks for the ball, but not before Marshall makes it safely home.
William E. Hay athletes celebrate successes STACEY LAVALLIE Independent reporter Student athletes at William E. Hay Composite School gathered on Tuesday, June 10, to celebrate their achievements throughout the year on the field, court, and range. Hockey, volleyball, badminton, basketball, archery and track and field were some of the key sports celebrated at the event, though anyone who competed in the name of the school was acknowledged at the hours-long event. This year, the school had students compete not only locally but on the provincial and national stage, bringing home banners to decorate the William E. Hay gymnasium and providing names to add to the athletic honour rolls located on green placards in the gallery. This year’s festivities included guest speaker Les Parsons, who as a child only entered into athletics in Grade 12. Parsons grew up on a ranch near Lacombe and spent a lot of time running as he worked, so when he was required to run in a physical education class, it was a breeze. “I just ran like Forrest Gump,” he said to the assembled students, parents and teachers. That running impressed his teacher, though, and Parsons found himself on the track team. And then the football team, which brought him for the first time to Stettler. There, both teams competed in green and gold. He remembers catching the football and making a run for the enemy end, only to be obliterated by a line of green and gold. “I remember looking up at a sky of blue,” he recalled. “Then the guys leaned over and said, ‘Welcome to Stettler!’” From there, Parsons became a “sports star,” taking to every sport like a natural. He enjoyed it so much that instead of his original intentions, he went to post-secondary in athletics. And was cut from every team. “I was a pretty big fish in a small pond in Lacombe,” he ruefully noted. “At (the University of Alberta) I was no one.” Being cut from the teams was a wake-up call for Parsons; until then, he hadn’t had to try to improve, he just could simply exist in sports and do well, he explained. Now, he had to try. He wasn’t willing to give up. So he joined the cross-country ski team, and ran on skis. “For two years I was the worst cross-country skiier in the province,” he said. Then, the team acquired a new coach. “Maybe you should try gliding,” the new coach told him. It was like a lightbulb had turned on, and Parsons went from the worst skiier in the province to one of the best in the turn of one season, an improvement so marked that he was accused of cheating. About that time, Parsons went into coaching, starting with womens’ volleyball, a sport he’d never played. “I was the losing-est coach in Alberta Colleges Athletics Conference (ACAC),” he confessed. But over the years, as he learned not only the sport but how to coach, his teams became better, and he
became coach to more and more sports. He started to have more success when he started to put into play a coaching philosophy he learned from one of his coaches in Lacombe: Don’t coach sports, coach people who play sports. The message was clear to Parsons: help people become better people who play sports. The rest would follow. Parsons’ coaching career has taken him to the Olympics repeatedly, starting in 1998 in Nagano, Japan. There, he coached Becky Scott, a cross-country skier. She came in last. After, she told Parsons she had to get better or she had to quit. He suggested better. “We left no stone unturned,” Parsons said of the quest for improvement. Four years later, Scott competed in Salt Lake City, Utah, in the next Winter Olympics. She went from a 45th place finish in Nagano to a third place finish in Salt Lake City. Afterwards, she told Parsons that she was the only one who had fairly won a medal, and it was revealed afterwards that both the silver and gold medalists had been using performance enhancing drugs. More than a year after the Olympics, Scott got her gold medal. She competed again in Turin, Italy, four years later and ended her Olympic career with a silver. “It’s about perseverance,” Parsons said. “Not everyone will reach the Olympics, but each athlete will have their personal Olympics, the competition which is the height of their career.” Sometimes those competitions aren’t actually competitions, but challenges to be overcome. For Parsons, his world shifted when he started doing international volunteer work through sports, working in war-torn and impoverished areas of the world. He remembered working in Afghanistan in 2001; he was there working with the Taliban, trying to work towards getting girls educated with a group of international workers. Then New York City was attacked, and he and others had to flee. “I remember getting to the Khyber Pass to cross into Pakistan,” he said. The place was packed tight with people and the border guards were using clubs to keep them back. Using his Canadian passport, Parsons was able to cut through the crowd and cross through safely, while all around him people were being clubbed. Parsons said he realized, then, that a lot of the things that concerned him didn’t really matter. “You can’t take what you have here for granted,” he told the students. “It doesn’t end in Grade 12,” he noted. “Keep on going, learn new sports, keep giving back.” Like he did, volunteering around the world and learning to swim in his 20s, after he broke his leg during a qualifying ski, ending his own Olympic dreams. “(The lifeguard) would throw me into the pool,” Parsons recalled. “Then I’d drink a lot of water.” Today, however, Parsons can swim.
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Students from Byemoor School and Big Valley School are pictured with their exchange twins from a school in Cornwall, Ontario. The Alberta kids headed to Ontario earlier in the year to spend time with their twinned school, and then the Ontario kids came out west.
Exchange students complete their stay Various family gatherings were held on the weekend to celebrate Father’s Day. We hope all the Dads had an awesome weekend. The new kindergarten class of Kalel Grams, Rowdy Jones and Kai Tucker had a test-run last week. If the boys liked it, we are sure they will be back in the fall. The Cornwall-Byemoor exchange students continued to have a busy time with activities. They travelled by chartered bus to Banff on Sunday and to Drumheller on Monday where they toured the Royal Tyrell Museum and other sights in the badlands. On Tuesday the students journeyed to Edmonton to visit West Edmonton Mall and sights of the capital city. They were driven by B. J. Smith. Wednesday saw the group tour Big Valley, Circle Square Ranch and the local Hutterite Colony, driven by Anita Mappin. They
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also had a farewell barbecue at the Byemoor hall that evening to mark the completion of the exchange. Some students from the Big Valley School were also involved in the exchange. The Grade 9 farewell was also included in the Wednesday evening event. Billy-Joe Hawkins, the only Grade 9 student, was bid farewell. Good luck in high school, Billy-Joe. The Cornwall students headed home early Thursday morning
with B. J. Smith driving them to the Calgary International Airport. They were accompanied by the local host students to say their goodbyes. It was a busy but successful exchange between Ontario and Alberta schools. The Byemoor Grade 5-6 class spent Wednesday to Friday at camp at Circle Square Ranch north of Halkirk. They were joined by other Grade 5-6 classes from across the Clearview school division. The full moon that occurred on Friday the 13th was a bit of a rarity. The next time a full moon falls on a Friday the 13th will not be until August 13, 2049. Full moons that occur in June are called Honey Moons. Friday, June 13 was also Farmers’ Day —while it is not celebrated to the extent it once was — it is still a day to honour the
contributions of farmers. Farmers’ Day may have been celebrated unofficially prior to 1945 but it became an official day to recognize farmers in Alberta by government resolution in 1945. Years ago, Farmers’ Day was marked by community or school picnics, ball games, rodeos, sports events and dances. In some towns businesses closed for the day and school was let out so everyone could participate. Hopefully, the farm families who put the food on our tables will continue to be appreciated and acknowledged. Friends and family of Jordan Wasdal attended a stagette party in her honour at Sylvan Lake on the weekend. Jordan and Kyle Smith will be getting married in Byemoor on July 5. Remember entries for the 11th annual Wade Buchwitz Memorial Gymkhana on July 1 in Endiang
are being accepted on June 26 from 8-10 p.m. Call Bobbi at 403579-2432 or Twila at 403-5792173 to enter. We send get well wishes to Lynda Wilkie who is a patient in the Foothills Hospital in Calgary. We hope you are well and home soon, Lynda. Irene Brooker and Mickey Tucker were in Hardisty on Sunday. They met Patsy Gallagher and Velma Gore at Ernie and Brenda Ziegler’s place. Velma had spent two weeks with Patsy at her home at Tulliby Lake in northern Alberta. Velma accompanied Irene and Mickey back to Endiang to continue her visit here. Canadian Trivia — Daylight saving time was first introduced in Canada in 1918 to help boost war production.
Newcomers have been receiving welcome packages There was a terrific turn out at the annual Elks Memorial Golf Tournament on May 31. Fifty enthusiastic golfers participated in this popular local event. After the dust cleared, the champs for this year were Tim Skocdopole, Lynne Palmer, Doug Duncan and John Paul. The runners up were Bob Boswell, Tim Duncan, Shirley Stormoen, and Kyle Switzer. Most honest was the team of Dan Brown, Cheryl Bartley, Martina Gendre, Corey Raugust and Larry Meyer. Several “hidden hole” prizes were also given out to the following: At hole #1, the “Closest to Line” prize went to Brent Bartley and Shirley Stormoen. At hole #2, “Closest to Pin” went to Ron Milton and Sue Boswell. At hole #5 the “Long Drive” winners were Dustin Houston and Erin Mailer. At hole #8 “Closest to Circle” went to Rick Cartier and Cheryl Bartley and at hole #9 the “Long Putt” winners were Bryan Cartier and Teresa Greig. Thank you to everyone who turned out
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tournament will be carried on to remember them. Len Currie once again did a bang up job in organizing this event. Thanks also to all those who ably assisted him in any way and to Bill for all the great “Eats” and supplies. Thanks to Kent Butterfield and Sharon who supplied the fuel at the 5th hole to keep the tanks full, and we also would like to acknowledge the Big Valley Inn for the 19th hole beverages; your input to community functions is much appreciated. See you all next year. Thanks to the Big Valley Historical Society, we share with you this interesting historical tidbit. According to the “Big Valley News” of May 8, 1918, we notice a reminder from Alberta Motor Vehicles that all vehicles must be licensed. Apparently
cars had to be licensed in Alberta since 1912. However, Alberta drivers’ licenses were not issued until June 12, 1929 and the first Alberta drivers’ licenses were printed on linen. It seems sort of backwards that before 1929, vehicles were required to be licensed but it appears any “man, woman or child” could drive them legally. We’re not sure what age drivers in 1929 needed to be, but it would be interesting to find out. Wow! Big Valley’s new welcome packages have been flying out the door. Seven have given away so far, which means there are quite a few new people here in our village. Be sure to take the time to welcome them to Big Valley. If you have recently moved to the area – please stop by the Village Office and pick up a welcome package to find out more about our great community.
Wetaskiwin Icemen Hockey Association P.O. Box 7123 Wetaskiwin, Alberta T9A 2Y9 Email: iceman@incentre.net Website: iceme:nhockey.com 780-352-4400 The Wetaskiwin Icemen will be hosting a Junior B conditioning and prep camp the week of August 25 through the 29th, with tryout camp starting September 2. We are looking for Players who are looking to develop and play with a quality organization with a clear plan on winning and developing players. What we offer to our players that are successful in making the roster: 1. Up to 1000.00 in education scholarship (secondary education) 2. Stick allowance 3. Travel allowance ( gas reimbursement) 4. Bus transportation to games and meals 5. Helmets, gloves, pant shell, under gear, bags provided 6. Goalie: for a qualified starter with minimum 2 year commitment an equipment allowance ( pads, gloves,mask) 7. A chance to play for a quality organization that’s committed to winning and developing players to the best of their capabilities! 8. Job opportunities 9. Great community support and with average attendance of 500 If you want to be part of this winning organization please contact Rob Hartnell (Coach /GM ) for more information or to reserve a spot in the camp . Email rhartnell@adamsgm.com
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In Loving Memory Of Our Dad & Grandpa Steve We little knew that day, God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, In death, we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you. You did not go alone. For part of us went with you The day God called you home. You left us beautiful memories Your love is still our guide And although We cannot see you, You are always at our side. Our family chain is broken, And nothing seems the same, But as God calls us one by one, The chain will link again.
Since Heaven has become your home I sometimes feel I’m so alone; and though we now are far apart you hold a big piece of my heart I never knew How much I’d grieve When it was time for you to leave, or just how much my heart would ache from that one fragment you would take. God lets this tender hole remain reminding me we’ll meet again, And one day all the pain will cease when He restores the missing piece. For Jesus heals each tiny part that holds your memory in my heart. Thinking of the many blessings in our years together. Love your dear friend Barb
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With great sadness and heavy hearts we the family of Steve Gordon had to announce his sudden passing on Father’s Day, June 16, 2013. This is the story untold until now.... Steve was the beloved son of Jack and Dorris Gordon and was the second oldest of three siblings. They lived in Langley, B.C. for a few years and then moved to Stettler to reside on the Gordon family farm. Steve attended Stettler Elementary and then went on to Wm. E. Hay Comp High School. During Steves school years he lived and breathed hockey. When he was 15 years of age he was drafted but unfortunately unable to participate. He was a very well liked man. He was often referred to as an Elvis Presley twin in his early years. Steve owned a 1964 baby blue Ford convertable, one of many antiques he would own in his lifetime. Steve met Barb Hegberg in 1963, they dated and continued on to marriage in 1967. They moved to Calgary and Steve became employed with Economy Carriers - his first trucking company. They had three children. Then in 1975 they decided to make the move back to Stettler and bought a new home and settled down on a section of the Gordon family land. In 1976, Steve started working for the County of Stettler hauling gravel. He bought his own gravel truck and they started up their business together. After a few years of this he decided his real passion was for long haul trucking. He then started with Kleysen Transport going across Canada, throughout the United States, Alaska and the Yukon. Throughout his career he had miled out several trucks ( 5 to be exact) and was always remembered by his CB radio handle as “The Wanderer” with Barb by his side as “The Little Nomad”. During the times he was home with his family he loved to snowmobile, entering into several rallies. Steve enjoyed country dances around the community halls. He was a fantastic dancer. He always made time for his kids on Saturday evenings playing cards or board games. In his spare time he really enjoyed fishing, gardening, reading books and watching western movies. Of course, his most favourite was audio books so he could listen while driving the long highways. He loved camping and many fun family reunions. He usually sang along the guitar that was being played. It was mostly our entertainment around the campfire. Steve had numerous friends and family who loved him dearly. Even though Steve and Barb separated and divorced after 25 years of marriage, they remained very close and dear friends. Steve lived a life filled with happiness and contentment unfortunately until his later years. He was predeceased by his parents John and Dorris Gordon, baby brother John, Uncle Steve Gleave and his grandparents. Dad you are sadly missed, dearly remembered and never forgotten by your children and their spouses.
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Build your dream on ½ acre lot in Erskine. Gas power and sewer at property line. $59,000. Call Atie.
4 bdrm home with lots of recent renovations, and upgrades. 22x24 garage. $269,000. Call Sherri.
Studio condo with 5 appliances. Recent renovations. $144,900. Call Edna.
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1900 sqft home on 6.67 acres, near Gadsby $249,900. Call Jill.
Cozy 4 bdrm home with stonework and cedar ceilings. RV parking in back. $337,000. Call Sherri.
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CALL 403-742-3344 CALL 403-742-3344(24 (24hrs.) hrs.)
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CA0036498 NEW E PRIC 2 bdrm home in the quiet and affordable community of Botha. $150,900. Call Ross.
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1130 sq ft home built in 2006 with modern features and open floor plan. $264,900. Call Jill.
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Experience year-round living at Rochon Sands in this 4 bdrm bungalow. Private and treed. $560,000. Call Brian.
Lakeview property. 4 bdrm hillside bungalow. Ready for your summer fun. $535,000. Call Doug.
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Clean 4 bdrm home with dble car garage in back. Central location. $209,000. Call Edna.
Older 2 storey home with addition on 3 acres. Large detached garage and quonset. $229,000. Call Doug.
To view more info on our listing check out www.royallepage.ca/stettler CA0035874 CA0037351or www.REALTOR.ca CA0036759 CA0037039 NEW E NEW NEW C I e ic PR New Pr
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2008 Park model and lot at Rochon Sands. Beautiful view and beach access. $249,900. Call Brian.
2 bdrm 2 bath home on the bay at Rochon Sands. $679,000. Call Brian.
4 bdrm home on large lot. with dble garage.Close to all amenities. $214,000. Call Atie.
End unit townhouse with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Large lot. $199,000. Call Jill.
To view more info on our listing check out www.royallepage.ca/stettler or www.REALTOR.ca
Big Valley 1827 sqft open concept home with hardwood. On 4 lots with large shop, fully landscaped. $335,000. Call Jill.
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT CLASSIFIEDS
Wednesday, June 18, 2014
850
Trades
PCL ENERGY. Now hiring Journeyperson Pipefitters ($40+/hour) and Scaffolders ($38+/hour) for an industrial project in Vascoy, SK. LOA of $145/day worked, travel and bonuses paid! We offer competitive wages and benefits. Send resume to: pclenergyjobs@pcl.com.
Truckers/ Drivers
850
Trades
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Trades
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Requires Full Time
Competitive Wages & Benefits. Fax resumes & refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to: 403-343-1248 or email to: admin@shunda.ca
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PLANT LABORER
Job Description As a critical member of our operational team, you will be required to perform tasks including climbing above three meters, loading and unloading of chemicals, some heavy lifting and general housekeeping and laborer tasks. Qualifications Required: We are looking for workers experienced in handling chemicals, equipment use and maintenance. CFR is offering an excellent benefits package with the company matching RRSP contributions while providing all required training (certifications). Workers are required to provide personal transportation with a valid â&#x20AC;&#x153;Albertaâ&#x20AC;? driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license. Drug and alcohol policy is effect with pre-employment testing. Please forward your resume to Dave Oyka at doyka@cfrchemicals.com Starting Wage:$17.50/hr
860
Truckers/ Drivers
PIDHERNEYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S
requires experienced DRIVERS CLASS 1 ,3 & LOWBOY, FOREMAN, OPERATORS AND LABOURERS
Contact Rob 403-851-3388 Email: woodlands@spraylakesawmills.com
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For work in Rocky Mountain House area, as well as out of town locations. Priority will be given to those candidates with experience.
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Top wages and benefits based on experience Possible career advancement opportunities Valid First Aid and H2S tickets required. We offer competitive wages, benefits package, and opportunities for advancement.
Business Opportunities
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Employment Training
870
GET FREE VENDING MACHINES. Can earn $100,000. + per year. All cash-retire in just 3 years. Protected territories. Full details call now 1-866-668-6629. Website: www.tcvend.com.
Bearspaw currently has a position in our Stettler field operations for an intermediate oil and gas operator. Applicants must have experience as a Heavy Duty Mechanic or Instrument Mechanic and possess strong mechanical skills, be quick learners, motivated and hard working and live or be willing to relocate within a 20 minute commute to workplace location. This position offers a challenging work environment, attractive benefits with competitive pay and significant room for promotion. Please submit resumes: Attn: Human Resources Email: kwolokoff@bearspawpet.com Fax: 403-252-9719 Mail: Suite 5309 333 96 Ave. NE, Calgary, AB T3K 0S3
THE DISABILITY TAX CREDIT. $1,500 yearly tax credit. $15,000 lump sum refund (on average). Covers: hip/knee replacements, arthritic joints, COPD. Apply today! 1-844-453-5372.
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JOURNALISTS, Graphic Artists, Marketing and more. Albertaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. Free. Visit: awna.com/for-job-seekers. P&H ELEVATOR REQUIRES A SUMMER STUDENT for general duties and tour guide. Apply at P&H Elevator or call 403-742-3470.
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Rahr Malting Canada Ltd., a leading manufacturer of Brewerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Malt, is now accepting applications for a full time Operator 2 position. The position includes Plant Operations and Sanitation duties. Applicants must have a minimum Grade 12 diploma and must be available for shift work. Experience in manufacturing or factory environment is preferred. Application Closing Date: June 30, 2014. Applicants should include a resume and apply in writing to:
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LOOKING FOR a shop? Post Frame Buildings. AFAB Industries has experience, expertise, reliability and great construction practices. For a free quote, contact Ryan Smith 403-818-0797 or email: ryan.afab@gmail.com.
METAL ROOFING & SIDING. Very competitive prices! Largest colour selection in Western Canada. Available at over 25 Alberta Distribution Locations. 40 Year Warranty. Call 1-888-263-8254.
BEAUTIFUL SPRUCE TREES. 4 - 6 ft., $35 each. Machine planting; $10/tree (includes bark mulch and fertilizer). 20 tree minimum order. Delivery fee: $75 - $125/order. Quality guaranteed. 403-820-0961
Health & Beauty
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RESTLESS LEG SYNDROME & leg cramps? Fast relief in one hour. Sleep at night. Proven for over 32 years; www.allcalm.com. Mon-Fri, 8-4 EST. 1-800-765-8660.
Misc. for Sale
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SAWMILLS from only $4,397. Make money & save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & dvd: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/ 400OT. 1-800-566-6899 ext. 400OT.
Office Supplies
1800
WHITE 20LB BOND PAPER: 8.5 X 11
10 pkgs. of 500 sheets
$48/case
Shop Stettler & Save!
MUST BRAND NEW 26â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 25â&#x20AC;&#x2122; future steel quonset. Ready to be erected. Located in Central AB. Great for farm or small acreage. Must sell. 403-485-2532
403-742-2395 Dogs
MEDICAL BILLING Trainees needed! Learn to process & submit billing claims for hospitals and doctors! No experience needed! Local training gets you ready to work! 1-888-627-0297.
TWO DAY Mudry Retirement Auction Sale. Thursday, June 19/14, Fallis and Sunday, June 22/14, Spruce Grove. Sale conducted by Rainbow Auctions, Stony Plain, Alberta. Phone 780-968-1000; www.rainbowauctions.ca.
STEEL BUILDINGS. Summer meltdown sale! 20x20 $5,419. 25x26 $6,485. 30x30 $8, 297. 32x34 $9,860. 40x48 $15,359. 47x68 $20,558. Front & back wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.
Offering to loving pet homes, Teacup Morkies, Extra Fluffy & Extremely Cute! nonshedding& vet checked. Call 587 876 0331or email wendyschedel @gmail.com
THERE IS STILL a huge demand for Canscribe Medical Transcription graduates. Medical Transcription is a great work-from-home career! Contact us today at www.canscribe.com. 1-800-466-1535; info@canscribe.com.
Floor Covering Installers and Tilesetters needed
UNRESERVED ANTIQUE Tractors , Antique Vehicles & Antique Equipment Auction. Wayne Todd/Dennis Bossert. Saturday, June 21, 10 a.m., Coronation, Alberta. Full listing & pictures at www.dunkleauctions.com. 1-877-UP4BIDS (874-2437).
Misc. Help
Firewood
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SEASONED SPLIT FIREWOOD 4.5 kms. West of Stettler Call 403-323-0744
Wanted To Buy
1840
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FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork & transportation. Licensed dealer. 1-866-960-0045; www.dollars4guns.com.
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Building Supplies
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STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100, sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206; www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.
IS NOW HIRING
ANTIQUE & COLLECTIBLE AUCTION For Gail Hall & guest consigners Sunday June 22, 10 a.m. AIR CADET HALL 52 St. Olds A.B. Vintage & Western, Primitives, Glassware, Pottery, Tools, Misc. items PILGRIM AUCTION 403-556-5531 www.pilgrimauction.com
UNRESERVED 2 DAY AUCTION. Sat., June 21, Redwater. 3-JD 568 balers; 2 JD 956 Mocoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s; JD 328, excellent; 2012 Degelman 12 wheel; F. King 2450 bale mover; Hesston 8100 c/w 2 headers; 20 various road balers; haybines; bale truck; 4 older gravel trucks; trailers; 20 Yamaha golf carts; as new Degelman 15â&#x20AC;&#x2122; mower; 2009 - 24â&#x20AC;&#x2122; pontoon & 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; river boat; new shelters, very good selection of Misc. Selling Sunday, June 22 - 1970 & 72 restored SS Chevelleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s; 2008 Viper, 14,000 km.; 1974 GTX; 1951 Mercury truck; excellent JD 830; plus 20 other tractors, 3 old gas pump, windmills, restored antique farm equipment & 500 lots of antiques. www.prodaniukauctions.com
Garden Supplies
SOLID TRUSS SYSTEMS LTD. Tues., June 24, 11 a.m., 102 Clearsky Way, Red Deer, Alberta. Selling truss press & super torque gantry tables & roller systems, CNC linear saw, trucks, truss stretch trailers, forklifts, tools & office. Live on bidspotter.com or see www. montgomeryauctions.com 1-800-371-6963.
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
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MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-888-528-0809 to start training for your work-athome career today!
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INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT Operator School. No Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. Sign up online! iheschool.com. 1-866-399-3853.
â&#x20AC;˘ Front Lead Supervisor Please email resume to Please Apply Within carol.nelson@sobeys.com
Rahr Malting Canada Ltd. Attn: Human Resources Box 113, Alix, Alberta T0C 0B0 FAX: (403) 747-2660
(Clearview School Division No. 71)
900
STETTLER
OPERATOR 2 POSITION
Clearview Public Schools
SWAMPERS F/T needed immediately for a fast growing waste & recycling company. Heavy lifting involved (driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s helper) position. Reliability essential. Own transportation required. Please email resumes to canpak@xplornet.ca
Aircraft ..............................1510 Antiques & Art ..................1520 Auctions ............................1530 Bicycles ............................1540 Building Supplies ..............1550 Business Machines ..........1560 Cameras & Accessories ..1570 Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Items ................1580 Clothing ............................1590 Computers ........................1600 Concert & Event Tickets ..1610 Equipment - Misc. ............1620 Equipment - Heavy ..........1630 Tools ................................1640 Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market & Food Basket......................1650 Firewood ..........................1660 Lumber ............................1670 Garden Supplies ..............1680 Lawn Tractors ..................1690 Health, Dietary, Beauty ....1700 Household Appliances......1710 Household Furnishings ....1720 TVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Stereos, VCRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ........1730 Hot Tubs & Accessories ..1740 Jewellery ..........................1750 Kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Deals........................1755 Misc. For Sale ..................1760 Musical Instruments..........1770 Music Lessons..................1780 Piano & Organs ................1790 Office Supplies ................1800 Pets & Supplies ................1810 Pet Services ....................1820 Cats ..................................1830 Dogs ................................1840 Sports Cards ....................1850 Sporting Goods ................1860 Collectorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Items ..............1870 Swap, Barter & Trade ......1880 Travel Packages ..............1900 Wedding Supplies ............1910 Recycled Products............1920 Wanted to Buy ..................1930 Items to Give Away ..........1940
Auctions
Please reply by fax 403-845-5370 or E-mail: hr@pidherneys.com
OIL & GAS OPERATOR
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Auctions
Buy & Sell #1500 - #1990
Carpenters & Helpers
12345 Experienced contractor log trucks wanted immediately for the 2014/15 season to haul into Spray Lake Sawmills, Cochrane, Alberta.
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SHUNDA CONSTRUCTION
SEEKING RED SEAL Journeyman HDTechnician with good communication skills, team player and safety conscious. Competitive remuneration, excellent benefits/pension plan; admin@rowes.ca or fax 867-874-6558.
LOG HAUL CONTRACTORS WANTED
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EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT Competition No. 5580
Clearview School Division is accepting applications for an Executive Assistant at the Central Office in Stettler. This is a temporary position with the possibility of permanency. It is a full time CUPE (7 hours/day, Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday) position. The anticipated start date is August 5, 2014 or as negotiated. Information on the salary and benefits for the position is available on-line at http://bit.ly/CSD-CUPE. The Executive Assistant functions as support to the Superintendent and Associate Superintendent, as well as the Board of Trustees. We are looking for a self-directed and innovative individual who thrives in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will want to work in a positive and proactive team culture. Experience with communications and public relations will be considered an asset. Applicants should have: a minimum of Grade 12 education, five years experience at a senior secretarial level, demonstrated ability to plan, organize and coordinate activities, experience in attending and taking minutes for meetings, and demonstrated skills in use of Microsoft Office suite. For a copy of the full job description, please use the following link (â&#x20AC;&#x153;1.4 Executive Secretary â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Senior Administrationâ&#x20AC;?): http://bit.ly/CSD-AP354. Successful candidates will be required to provide a current criminal record check and child intervention check prior to employment commencing. Candidates selected for an interview will be required to supply three references that have agreed to be contacted at the time of the interview. Interested applicants are asked to forward their resume electronically to applications@clearview.ab.ca quoting the competition number in the subject line. Applications may also be sent to Clearview Public Schools, Attn: Cheryl Cysouw, Box 1720, Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0. Faxes may be sent to (403)742-1388. Deadline for all submissions is 2:00 p.m. on June 27, 2014. We appreciate all applications but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Applicants should have a minimum of 3 years of work experience or have a valid trade certiďŹ cation.
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Please send qualiďŹ ed resumes only to jensenjobs@email.com or fax to 403-876-2554
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of Big Valley, Alberta is seeking a Full Time Permanent â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dairy Herdspersonâ&#x20AC;? on a rural farm near Big Valley, Alberta NOC: 8252 Job Duties: - Supervise and oversee breeding and growing of cattle - Ensure farm safety and biosecurity procedures are followed - Maintain quality control and production records - May perform general farm duties Must have university degree or college diploma education No experience necessary Will train the right applicant Starting wage $15.00/hr with a 2 year contract 8 hrs./day - 40 hrs./week
Contact: 403-323-0219 Fax: 403-488-5038 E-mail: primfarm@netago.ca
Administrative Assistant, Counter Sales and Service Writer This is a full time position with a locally owned and operated business. We offer a competitive wage and other beneďŹ ts that will be discussed with candidates that are short-listed for interviews. If you believe that you have what it takes to become part of our team we would like to hear from you! Please stop in to 4809-44 Ave. with a resume and references or email to sarah@oktirestettler.com.
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THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT CLASSIFIEDS
2100
Livestock
Agricultural #2000 - #2290 Farm Equipment ..............2010 Haying Equipment ............2020 Tractors ............................2030 Combines & Headers ......2040 Fertilizer Equipment..........2050 Misc. Farm Machinery ......2060 Equipment Wanted ..........2070 Farm Custom Work ..........2080 Farm Auctions ..................2090 Livestock ..........................2100 Livestock - Exotic..............2110 Sheep ..............................2120 Poultry ..............................2130 Horses ..............................2140 Horse Boarding ................2150 Riding Supplies ................2160 Horse/Stock Trailers ........2170 Pasture Wanted ................2180 Grain, Feed, Hay ..............2190 Seed Grain ......................2200 Seeding & Tillage ............2210
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Tractors
JOHN DEERE 4320 Tractor. Approx. 6000 hrs. Front end loader, complete w/8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; snow blade attachment. Exc. cond. Sold farm. $13,500. ALSO John Deere 14â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Disc & Cultivator. 403-350-1007 or 403-782-3617
Livestock
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LIMOUSIN Bulls Polled Red and black two year olds and yearlings. Semen tested. Combest Limousin Farm. (403)742-5211
Farm Equipment
Grain, Feed Hay
ANGUS BULLS. Large selection of quality 2 year olds and yearlings. Performance info available. Fully guaranteed. LLB Angus, 403-742-4226. FOR SALE. Simmeron Simmentals, fullblood full Fleckvieh yearling bulls, polled and horned, A.I. bloodlines, very quiet, muscled. Website: simmeronranch.ca. Martin 780-913-7963.
Horse/Stock Trailers
2170
HORSE and Stock trailer. Parts and repairs. Axles, brakes, drums, bearings, spring, rims, fenders, lights, and wiring. Pick up & delivery avail. HORSE SHOE TRAILER MFG. AND REPAIR. HALKIRK, ALBERTA 403-884-2173 403-430-0504
Grain, Feed Hay
2190
HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. â&#x20AC;&#x153;On Farm Pickupâ&#x20AC;? Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252. LACOMBE COUNTRY FEED STORE, Come see us at: 4836 45A St. Lacombe, Ab ALL THE FEED YOUR ANIMALS NEED! 403-782-3333 Dealer of Masterfeeds
Seed Grain
2200
COMMON SEAD OATS 97% germ. Colour sorted. Call Glen Lepard 403-740-2872.
Business getting nowhere?
ADVERTISE!
2190
403.742.2395
FEED BARLEY. Paskal Cattle Company in Picture Butte area is looking for Feed Barley. Put more $ in your pocket. Sell direct to us. Please call Main Office for details. 403-732-5641.
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Manufactured Homes
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L A R G E
For Rent #3000 - #3200 Acreages/Farms ..............3010 Houses/Duplexes ............3020 Condos/Townhouses........3030 Manufactured Homes ......3040 Four Plexes/Six Plexes ....3050 Suites ..............................3060 Cottages/Seasonal ..........3070 Roommates Wanted ........3080 Rooms for Rent................3090 Motels/Hotels ..................3100 Offices ..............................3110 Stores/Commercial ..........3120 Industrial ..........................3130 Warehouse Space............3140 Garage Space..................3150 Storage Space ................3160 Land ................................3170 Pasture ............................3180 Mobile Lot ........................3190 Misc. for Rent ..................3200
Wanted to Rent #3250 - #3390 Acreages/Farms ..............3255 Houses/Duplexes ............3260 Suites ..............................3270 Rooms..............................3280 Manufactured Homes ......3290 Housesitting Wanted ........3300 Garage Space..................3310 Storage Space ................3320 Stores/Commercial ..........3330 Office Space ....................3340 Industrial ..........................3350 Warehouse Space............3360 Resorts & Cottages..........3370 Pasture/Land....................3380 Mobile Lot ........................3390
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FOR RENT
2010
Condos/ Townhouses
3060
Suites
Houses/ Duplexes
WANTED: Hay land to put up on shares. 403-742-4337
Wednesday, June 18, 2014
Moblie Home with large garden shed 3 Bedroom, close to downtown $950+Utilities No pets, no smoking
House, 3 Bedroom with office and basement $1300+utilities No pets, no smoking
One & Two BEDROOM APARTMENTS FOR RENT No pets Phone Ellen Phone Linda or at Ernie 403-742-1568 at 403-742-5005
Real Estate #4000 - #4190
Realtors & Services..........4010 Houses for Sale................4020 Houses Wanted ................4030 2 BEDROOM SUITE IN Condos/Townhouses ........4040 ADULT BUILDING 30+. Acreages ..........................4050 Very quiet & well maintained. Acreages Wanted ............4060 No pets, no smoking, Farms/Land ......................4070 $795/mo., $795 d.d., Farms/Land Wanted ........4080 includes heat, water, Manufactured/ 1 parking stall. Available immediately Mobile Homes ..................4090 Ken @ 403-350-9243. Income Property ..............4100 Commercial Property ......4110 BEST RENTAL VALUE Industrial Property ............4120 IN STETTLER 1 & 2 Bedroom, furnished Cottages/Resort Property ..4130 Businesses for Sale..........4140 kitchenette suites. All utilities, cable, internet. Buildings for Sale ............4150 1 Bedroom, $800/mo. Lots for Sale ....................4160 2 Bedroom, $1100/mo. Out of Town Property ......4170 D.D. $200. Investment Opportunities ..4180 Avail. immediately Mortgages Bought/Sold....4190 Kimberly 403-690-5828
Storage Space
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STETTLER MINI STORAGE Household, furniture, business records, etc. Various sizes. Protected by security alarm and fenced and lighted perimeter. Owner: Reg and Darlene Hunter 403-740-9283 or 403-742-3153
Commercial Property
Houses For Sale
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THIS WEEKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EYE SPY WINNER IS Tamara Dupont Please come into the Stettler Independent to claim your prize!
TWO BEDROOM TRAILER FOR SALE. Comes with an insulated porch, air conditioner, washer and dryer and household furniture (optional). Asking $18,000. In addition, one very large two bedroom trailer for sale. Asking $23,000. Phone 403-742-8789.
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#314 6 Michener Blvd. Welcome To One Of Red Deerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Premier Adult Complexes! 1 bdrm. 2 baths plus Den open concept condo is in new cond. Immed. poss. Enjoy great views & privacy. Call TIM MALEY, Re/Max 403-550-3533
Farms/ Land
4070
Cottages/Resort Property
4130
ELINOR LAKE RESORT. Lots selling at 25% off listed price, or 5% down on a rent to own lot with no interest over 5 years. 1-877-623-3990; elinorlakeresort.com.
FOR SALE BY OWNER 5.48 acres in a scenic creek valley on a dead end road. FOR Sale, a beautiful 31ft It is zoned CRA and the Lacrosse trailer and 0.5 power is at the property line. acre lot, 8 Aspen Lane, 43049 township road. 39-4 Parkland Beach, Gull $129,500.00, no GST. Lake. Beautiful beach, very 780-712-2922/ quiet and close to Sylvan 780-712-7884 Lake. Trees recently planted and power to trailer. Asking $120,000. Call Manufactured 403-982-1235
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SHOWHOME SALE. Substantial savings to be had! Need room for whole new display! Visit Grandview Modular Red Deer to see the quality and craftsmanship that set us apart. 1-855-347-0417; www. grandviewmodular.com; terry @grandviewmodular.com
Mortgages Bought/Sold
4190
DO YOU OWN REAL ESTATE? I offer 1st & 2nd mortgages with no credit check. Get approved today. Call 1-866-405-1228 or email: info @firstandsecondmortgages.ca
4110 SHOP FOR LEASE
4707 - 41 Street on 2 Acres
2 floors of office space. 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122; (200 sq. ft.) with male and female bathrooms. Shops: 25â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x50â&#x20AC;&#x2122; w/bathroom, 25â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x50â&#x20AC;&#x2122; w/bathroom. Outside 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x80â&#x20AC;&#x2122; concrete pad connecting to 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; shop with 14â&#x20AC;&#x2122; doors. On town sewer. Email or call: dreinhart@telus.net 403-740-6630
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CURRENT PROPERTY AND BUSINESS TAXES ARE DUE As a reminder, Current Property Taxes and Business Taxes must be paid by 4:30 p.m. June 30, 2014 or received postmarked by June 30, 2014 to avoid a 3% penalty. To avoid a further penalty of 9% all current taxes must be paid by 4:30 p.m. July 31, 2014. Steven Gerlitz Assistant Chief Administrative Officer
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2014 PROPERTY ASSESSMENT TAX NOTICES Notice is hereby given that the combined Property Assessment and Tax Notices for County of Stettler ratepayers have been prepared and mailed to all property owners. There will be no extensions to the assessment complaint deadlines or tax payment due date. If you have not received your Notice by July 4 you can pick up a copy at the County offices at 6602 - 44 Avenue, Stettler, AB or please contact the County office at 403-742-4441. Assessment inquires call 403-742-4441. Complaints may be submitted in writing at the County office until August 5, 2014 at 4:30 p.m. accompanied with a fee of $50.00 (Residential and Farmland) or $100.00 (Machinery & Equipment and Non-Residential). Please address the complaints to the attention of the Clerk of the Assessment Review Board. Tax Payments can be made by CASH, CHEQUE, VISA, MASTERCARD, INTERAC, and Online for most Financial Institutions. For more information please contact our office.
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Public Hearing Take notice that the Council of the County of Stettler No. 6 will hold a Public Hearing to hear representation concerning the proposed Bylaws: BYLAW 1527-14, providing for amending the text of Section 100 Direct Control District No. 4 (‘DCD4’) in order to incorporate Lots 1 to 4, Block 1, Plan 1420412 and Lots 1 to 5, Block 2, Plan 1420412 into the regulations of the Direct Control District No. 4 (‘DCD4’) and rezoning the said properties from the Highway Commercial (‘HWYC’) District to the Direct Control District No. 4 (‘DCD4’).
Receipt of written submissions in support or opposing this bylaw must be submitted to the Development Officer, County of Stettler, Box 1270, Stettler, AB. T0C 2L0 by 4:30 on Tuesday, June 24, 2014. Dated: June 9, 2014 Jacinta Donovan Development Offi cer
Council Meeting Rescheduled Take notice that the regular County of Stettler No. 6 Council Meeting for June has been rescheduled to June 25, 2014. The County of Stettler No. 6 Council Meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 25, 2014 immediately following the Municipal Planning Commission Meeting, in the Council Chambers at the County Administration Building at 6602-44 Avenue, Stettler, Alberta.
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can submit a slow-pitch team now to Doug Hodge 403-368-2152 or Derek Krywcun 403-368-3760. I went to the funeral of a young man this past Monday; a young man that I knew through hockey who was a great, outgoing, smiley guy who would engage you in a conversation whether you were an adult or peer. He was involved in so many things and had touched so many people’s lives; he was a wonderful example of our next generation. He had just completed his graduation ceremonies and 18th birthday party a month ago. He was just driving to work early one Saturday morning when he made a terrible mistake that cost him his life. It was such a simple mistake but it cost him everything. So I thought I would add this bit for everyone to read, I hope it means something for you as well. How do you live your dash? I read of a man who stood to speak at the funeral of a friend. He referred to the dates on his tombstone. From the beginning – to the end, he noticed that first came his date of birth and spoke the following date with tears. But he said what mattered most of all was the dash between those years. For that dash represents all the time that he spent alive on earth… and now only those who loved him know what that little line is worth. For it matters not, how much we own; the cars, the house, the cash. What matters is how we live and love and how we spend our dash. So think about this long and hard, are there things you’d like to change? For you never know how much time is left, that can still be rearranged. Anonymous
Big celebration planned for Canada Day Keep your eyes peeled a brunch at the Lutheran for information about the Church and ending with Donalda library’s summer program. live entertainment by the Diary This year the theme is “MakWheel House Band foling” and we will be “Making lowed by fireworks at a Community”. 11 p.m. Parade is at 4 Registration forms will p.m. Many events are be sent home with the chilscheduled throughout the dren attending Donalda day like Coin Pit and By Darlene Tantrum School. You can come in to Bounce House for chil403-883-2100 the library to register or regdren; local entertainment, ister on line. Call Kelly at country market, Donalda 403-883-2345. Light Riders, pie and cofMark June 28 on your calendar so you fee at the Drop-in, museum food tent, and can attend Donalda’s third annual Show & of course, the popular steak supper at 6 p.m. Shine. The day starts with a pancake break- by Teresa’s Catering. fast at 8 a.m. For more information phone Bruce 403The Show & Shine & Cruise goes from 883-2943 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. You can purchase raffle Birthday wishes go out to Jonathan Martickets for an engine barbecue, seven-piece shall, Judah Auton, Tana Nixon, Brianne rattan patio set or $500.00 cash from any Ternes, Hannah Kneeland, Jennifer SchneiPromotions, Fire Department or Drop- der, Morgyn Fuller, Bob Dietrich, Derek in member. Mueller. Tony Gibbs, Barb Henderson, The Promotions Organization is also Alex Jaksitz, Shelley Swaren, Bev Hillesbusy planning Canada Day celebrations tad. Brandon Klatt, Everitt Volker and evfor Tuesday July 1 starting at 11 a.m. with eryone else celebrating this week.
Mourning the loss of a great young man
BYLAW 1529-14, providing for minor amendments to the County of Stettler’s Municipal Development Plan to allow additional private titles (acreages) to be subdivided out of a quarter section over and above the maximum density, under specific circumstances and at the discretion of the Subdivision Authority, and to clarify the measurement of the default CFO exclusion zone at undeveloped portions of future residential areas within area structure plans, concept plans and outline plans.
The Public Hearing will be held Wednesday, June 25, 2014 at 1:00 PM, or as soon thereafter as possible, in Council Chambers of the County Administration Building.
I hope you had an enjoyable weekend. The rain that was threatening didn’t amount to much at our place. The Rumsey Connection Golf Tournament that was held last Thursday was a full house with 73 golfers and enjoyed by all. A very nice night that only got a little chilly towards the end. There was a three-way tie for the top score with Norm Silberstien, Curt McNaughton and Mark McNaughton’s teams, so they had a putt-off on the putting green out front and Mark came out front. Wally Herd, David Seibel and Rod Nelson were also on his team. Men’s longest drive went to Brian Newton, ladies’ longest drive went to Danna Nelson who also won ladies’ longest putt. The men’s longest putt prize went to Norm Silverstien, then closest to the pin for the men going to Curt McNaughton with ladies’ being won by Norah Watts. We had a great steak supper and there was a prize for everyone. See you next year. At the Rumsey Rowley History Book organizational meeting, an executive was formed. The next meeting is 7:30 p.m. June 19 at the Rumsey Agriplex. A publishing company representative will attend to give us an insight on publishing a history book. Anyone interested is invited to attend or contact Dariel McNaughton, Elaine Weisse, Mary Newton, or Karli Gogol for further information. Well, I am sure the books are handed in to be judged by now and banquet plans are underway for the 4-H Beef Club’s year end banquet. It will be held on June 26 starting at 6 p.m. at the Rumsey Hall and the members would like to invite all 4-H supporters to come and enjoy a great steak. The Richmonds, along with Stewarts from Big Valley and Combests from Erskine, had a successful Limousin day this past Saturday. They had close to 60 people jump on the bus and tour our countryside then enjoy a steak supper back at the hall and a funny-money casino, which everyone enjoyed playing. They would like to send out a big thank-you to the 4-H Beef Club members and parents who came in to help run the casino tables, clear tables after supper and clean up the kitchen. We attended the supper and casino part of the day and found that it was a really fun way to gamble away your fortune (there was no real money used at the tables; nothing was lost but your dreams of winning big) The next event to plan for in Rumsey will be the Rumsey Sports days which are coming up in July, 18, 19 and 20. The reason I mention this so early is because you
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The public may inspect a copy of the amending bylaw at the County Administration Building during regular office hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
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All Grade 5s are now enjoying that long awaited trip, they are out at Circle Square Ranch having a blased. They departed from the school yesterday, Tuesday, June 17.They get to enjoy themselves until this coming Friday, June 20. When they return tired and worn out, children will tell you everything they did on their exciting trip. An exciting evening is also coming up at the Botha Seniors’ Center on Tuesday, June 24, starting at 7:15 p.m. It’s Bingo evening again, so who knows, you could be a winner that evening. The jackpot finally went at the last Bingo evening and congratulations go out to Audry Hauck, who was the big winner, but the loonie pot is growing. so come out and try for it. The Old Time Dance Club is completed until September 28 when they will be starting up again with the Midnight Pall Band will entertain the crowd, starting at 1:L30 p.m. at the Botha Hall. They regret saying they will not be holding anymore Friday night dances for a while, so make sure you come out for the excitement entertainment Sunday afternoons. They would like to thank everyone who attended these dances for this past year, and hope to see everyone back in the fall. For more information on these or upcoming dances, please contact Doug Haustein at 403742-3994. Going back again for some Botha History, let’s talk and think back to the first Post Office, which was owned and operated by Post Master Art Johnson. He opened this building daily from 7:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. except for weekends when the postal service was open for only four hours on Saturday. Art and Ruth Johnson also ran the barber shop and AGT also from this building. In 1957, Art put lock boxes, and these same boxes that letters were dropped in 60 years ago still exist today. Art and Ruth were a very busy couple as they had people coming here to pay their power and phone bills and also were bulk twine dealers, which first came into the little village by the CPR then, further ship here by truck. On March 9,1958, the post office was robbed and in 1966, Art sold the insurance business to Johnson-Connor. Apparently they had a busy little business. In 1914, W.I. Friend became the Post Master until 1954, during which time he met the train daily that carried the mail from 1909-1960, when the mail was charged over to truck delivery. Art resigned on September 1, 1974 and A.M. Storek took over the Post Office from there. I hope everyone has a great week and if you have anything that you would like added to this column please contact me at 403-7425317. Have a great week everyone.
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A look at postal service history in Botha Botha Booster
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Botha’s Elementary School students took part in a major clean-up of the village on Thursday, June 12. Contributed photo
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