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Back to school in Erskine Stacey Lavallie INDEPENDENT REPORTER The halls of Erskine School, west of Stettler, were loud with the sound of children’s voices and banging lockers as students came in from recess before their lunch. For the past five or so years, the school has been having recess before lunch, a project that lets kids run off some energy before eating. “Students would wolf down their lunch, which isn’t good for them, because they wanted to play,” Principal and teacher Debra Spiller explained. “Or they wouldn’t eat it all. This way, they go out and play and then come in, hungry, and eat.” Courtney Gillespie’s Grade 1 class sat at their desks for lunch, breaking into juice boxes and sandwiches alongside their classmates for the first time since leaving school last June. The room was quiet as kids focused their energy on eating. In another wing of the school the Junior High School students gathered in groups of girls and boys, friends who were glad to be back with each other and eager for sports – not so much the work, though. Among the group was a student new to the school, Grade 9 student Mackenzie Dixon. She recently moved to the area from Blackfalds. “I was shaking, I was so scared,” she admitted about starting at the school. “I only got two hours of sleep.” Her mother walked her in as far as the office, where she dropped
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off some papers, but then Dixon was on her own. It didn’t take her long to make friends, though; when the Independent spoke with her she was surrounded by six other girls from her class. “I’m making friends,” she said. “Everyone’s very friendly.” This year, Erskine School has 123 students, down one from last year’s 124. However, if the school doesn’t count the Kindergarten students, they’re up, Spiller said. There’s more than just new students at the school this year. Sarah Chapman is a new teacher at the school, and will be teaching Grade 3/4 during the mornings. Jacqueline Acorn is a new Kindergarten/ support educational assistant, Cally Strandquist is the new familyschool liaison (counsellor), and Charlotte Rankeillor is the new playschool educational assistant. Remembering Andrew On Oct. 14, when the school holds its awards night, the school will announce a special memorial project for former student Andrew Nibourg. The Grade 12 student passed away a week after graduating from William E. Hay Composite High School, and had gone to Erskine School from Kindergarten to Grade 9. “He was part of our student body and we will be doing something,” Spiller said, though what that something is she would not say – only that it would be revealed on Oct. 14. The Independent will be featuring articles about the schools in the County of Stettler throughout the month of September.
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Playground gets boost with free barbecue Joel van der Veen INDEPENDENT REPORTER Offer it and they will come — especially when what you’re offering is free food. A free community barbecue attracted hundreds to West Stettler Park last Wednesday and served as the official launch party
for a major fundraising project in the community. The Kinette Club of Stettler is working to raise $175,000 to build a new children’s playground in the park. Project chair Allison Baird said Wednesday that they are already over the $60,000 mark in terms of donations. “We decided we wanted to do a big project in the community,” she said, adding that the Kinettes decided a playground was needed in the neighbourhood. “We’re really, really excited to give back.” The playground, designed by Blue Imp Play Ideas of Red Deer, will be suitable for children aged two to 12 and will feature
multiple play areas with a colourful design. Last week’s barbecue was sponsored by Newalta, which also donated $10,000 towards the project. A bake sale held by the Kin Kids, as well as donations received Wednesday, added another $1,500 to the tally. Baird estimated that 500 hamburgers and 300 hot dogs were served. At times, more than 100 people waited in line for food. “Sales are good, we’ll put it that way,” said Kevin Plante of Newalta, while running one of the barbecue grills. “We’ve got ‘em lined right up.” “We ran out of food and had to get some more,”
Baird said later in the week. “It was fantastic.” Fundraising for the playground has been underway for around two months. Other events coming up include the Kinettes’ annual rummage sale in September and a Dueling Pianos musical fundraiser planned for March. Baird said the Kinettes are still looking for sponsorship and support from businesses, individuals and families. Once the project reaches the $75,000 mark in donations, organizers intend to apply for a federal government grant. Playground construction is planned for next May.
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parking. In specific, Babchuk is referring to the one-way stretch of 48 Ave., before it turns onto the one way stretch of 54 St. by Christ-King Catholic School. “The signs went up last spring so this isn’t something new,” Babchuk said. “(Drivers) can’t leave the vehicle. They drop off a student and go. If you need to park, go park somewhere else.” The drop-off zone was added to the south side of the Stettler Schools complex so parents had a place to drop off elementary students without having to stop in the street. This way, the students go from the vehicle right onto the sidewalk, decreasing the chance of a serious incident. Babchuk said police were in the Stettler schools areas observing drivers and everyone behaved well but he wanted to nip the drop-off area parking issue before it actually became an issue.
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Clearview trustees identify issues for AUMA advocacy Joel van der Veen INDEPENDENT REPORTER Clearview Public Schools trustees have identified two areas of concern for area municipalities to consider when they gather for a convention later this month. The board will ask the municipalities to seek support for the modernization of school buildings — Stettler Middle School, in particular — and for a fuel price contingency grant to relieve the burden of transportation costs. Board members were responding to an invitation made during a June 24
meeting held in Castor with local municipal partners. Municipal representatives requested that the board suggest possible areas for which they could act as advocates on the school division’s behalf at the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association (AUMA) annual convention, running from Sept. 24 to 26 in Edmonton. Board chair Ken Checkel said Friday that the June meeting had an impressive turnout, with representatives from most of the nearby communities, large and small, in attendance. Last year’s division budget allocated $3.3 million
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Loose Change: giving the people what they want Concert marks end of summer series at West Stettler Park Joel van der Veen INDEPENDENT REPORTER After playing in Stettler for decades, the members of Loose Change have learned that it’s wise to mix it up for local crowds. “When you play out there, you’d better have variety, or there’s going to be trouble,” said bassist David Carstairs, just prior to a show on the outdoor stage at West Stettler Park. Loose Change delivered just that, performing a combination of blues, country and classic rock that entertained a large audience at the park last Wednesday evening. It was the final night for Entertainment in the Park, a summer-long concert series that featured free weekly shows for 10 weeks beginning June 25, presented by the town’s parks and leisure department.
The concert fell on the same night as a fundraising barbecue and bake sale organized by the Kinettes, ensuring a good turnout for both events. In addition to Carstairs and his brother Wayne, who plays lead guitar, Loose Change features drummer Scott McKnight and lead vocalist Jeff Lee. After kicking off the show with an instrumental blues tune, the band moved into a set filled with classics, including songs by the Eagles, Neil Young, Queen, Willie Nelson and the Tragically Hip. Altogether, Loose Change performed about a dozen songs before an impending storm forced the band to cut the set short. McKnight said he and David Carstairs have been performing music together since the late 1970s, when both were
still in high school. He recalled how their band was booked to play a nearby hotel, but had to wait to accept the booking until after McKnight turned 18. Wayne Carstairs joined his brother a few years later; Lee has been playing with the group for about eight years. Lee and McKnight both live in Stettler, while the Carstairs brothers live in Erskine. Loose Change performs an average of one show per month, including per-
formances on the Alberta Prairie Railway that takes tourists from Stettler to Big Valley and back. Some band members have written the occasional song, said McKnight, but “for the most part, it’s just strictly cover material.” Lee said the band has a repertoire of about 500 tunes and is open to taking requests. “We usually try to figure it out, even if we don’t know all the words,” he added.
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What the rejection of an inquiry tells us Premiers of Canada’s provinces and territories concluded last week their annual gathering, which took place in Charlottetown this year, with an appeal to the federal government for more funding to be made available to provinces for healthcare and infrastructure investments and for a national inquiry to be set up to into the murder and disappearance of First Nations women throughout the country. A stonewalling Prime Minister Stephen Harper rejected both demands. The reason for the rejection of the first demand is rather understandable: 2015 is an election year and some reserve funds will certainly come in handy to finance the Tory campaign; ads and commercials will
have to printed and aired; some flashy investment decisions promising a lot of job creation will need to be announced with pinky pictures of prosperous years under another Stephen Harper tenure being beamed all through the media. So a politician could be, maybe not forgiven, but understood if he decides to allocate a few extra hundreds of millions dollars to a forthcoming election campaign instead of addressing some fundamental social and economic problems; after all, they might be looked after sometime following the election win, maybe. But the refusal of the prime minister to support the call of premiers and the national leaders of First Nations organizations to
open an inquiry into the crimes targeting the First Nations women is neither understandable, nor defensible. Mr. Harper says the statistics show that the number of crimes targeting First Nations women is not different from those targeting non-First Nations women. “It is not a social phenomenon,” he says. According to the prime minister, it is up to RCMP to solve those crimes and it should stay that way. One would expect a concerned head of government to say: “Yes, by all means, let’s go ahead with a national inquiry, and while we are at that, let’s also investigate crimes targeting non-First Nations women, too. They are all our people and we should dig deep into
the causes of these murders and disappearances to ensure that the female citizens of this country, whatever their ethnic origin or background, can feel themselves safe and secure.” So why doesn’t Mr. Harper come up with such a statement? There may be a long list of answers to that question. But what could be said in general is probably that Mr. Harper would not want to be seen as liberal a politician as someone who could defend such a position. As one can clearly deduce from the statements of not only the prime minister, but also of his long time political ally and Minister of Justice Peter MacKay that the governing Conservative Party is, true to their name, so conservative that
they still might not have brought themselves to the 21st century thinking that gender is secondary to being a human. After his flat out rejection of the demand for a national inquiry into the fate of the murdered or missing First Nations women, one cannot help thinking how sincere Mr. Harper was when he officially apologized to First Nations back in 2008 for the residential schools tragedy. Was it only a ploy to lure First Nations to give the green light for more resource exploitation in their reserves? But a more interesting question is how the women of this country will vote next year when Mr. Harper and his Conservatives will seek another term in office. – Mustafa Eric
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Peter had discovered that Jesus is the Bread of Life The record of how Jesus fed 5000 men, plus women and children, with just five loaves and two fish, is found in the John 6:9-13. As an aside, some who have difficulty accepting the miraculous have suggested that Jesus and His disciples, without being noticed, stocked a nearby cave the night before with enough food to feed several thousand people. Then on the occasion of the feeding, Jesus backed up to the cave and under cover of His robe, He cunningly slipped food out of the cave behind Him. I would suggest that to accept that Jesus would be that deceptive and the crowd that dumb requires significantly more faith than simply believing the biblical narrative! Jesus provided this meal out of compassion for the hungry crowd, but also to set the stage for a primary and crucial truth that He was going to present just a few verses later. And in these verses Jesus told them, “I am the bread of life: he that comes to me shall never hunger; and he that believes in me shall never thirst”(John 6:35). If you continue to read the passage you will find that Jesus’teaching on and explanation of this topic created a significant spiritual watershed. He told them that they should work for things that last and that to truly follow Him requires commitment. Consequently, many turned back (vs. 66), but conversely Peter makes his declaration of faith affirming that Jesus“...has the words of life...”and that He is the “Christ, the Son of the living God” (vs. 68, 69). Hed dis-
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Steel Wheel rolls on for another successful year Joel van der Veen INDEPENDENT REPORTER The sixth annual Stettler Steel Wheel Stampede gave locals and visitors plenty of reasons to stand up, stomp their boots and cheer this weekend. The three-day weekend was packed with events, from the competitions, parade and rib cook-off to Emerson Drive’s muchanticipated concert at the Exhibition Grounds. Stacey Benjamin, manager of the Stettler Regional Board of Trade and Community Development, said the events attracted lots of guests to town, including the rodeo competitors themselves, who traveled from across three provinces to attend. “They travel all over Canada to compete,” she said. “To get them in Stettler for our rodeo is quite an honour.” Benjamin said local
businesses and the downtown area were packed with people throughout the weekend. She also observed lots of “vibrant” community support and strong attendance for the events. Stampede committee chair Tana Nixon said there was a terrific response to many of the events, including the Emerson Drive concert and Saturday’s rodeo performance. Saturday night also saw the stampede offer its largest 50/50 jackpot ever; Nixon cited this as evidence of the community’s growing support for the stampede. The $745 cash prize went to Teela Lynn. The long weekend began Friday with a community barbecue at ATB Financial. The Legion Hall in Stettler also opened up for the afternoon, featuring karaoke and dancing. Friday’s main event was hosted at the exhibi-
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Amara McAdam, 2 1/2, sits behind the wheel of a 1934 John Deere Model A tractor, owned by her grandfather, Alfred Erichsen, a member of the Antique Tractor Club. The tractor was on display at the Stettler Agriplex on Saturday. tion grounds by True Grit Mounted Shooters, featuring pistol and rifle shooters from Stettler, Crossfield, Blackie, Carstairs and Ponoka. Four younger riders were featured prior to the main event, including 4-year-old Mackenzey Marshall of Stettler. A free pancake breakfast was held on Main Street on
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Saturday morning, hosted by the Downtown Business Association. Flapjacks, sausages, potato and egg casserole and drinks were offered; the line started at Brenda’s Cozy Café and stretched to the end of the block for the better part of two hours. “It was just crazy,” said president Andrea Hatch. “At 10 o’clock we ran out of sausages, and we had enough for 400 people.” The stampede parade
left West Stettler Park around 11 a.m. and headed downtown, ending at the exhibition grounds. Benjamin estimated there were between 30 and 40 floats. Darrell Cholach led off the parade as honourary marshal; many local businesses, organizations and families also took part. Back at the exhibition grounds, crowds lined up to try the offerings at the rib cook-off organized by the board of trade. Four competitors were featured. Stettler Veterinary Clinic took the award for best ribs; GT Hydraulic and Bearing was voted best sauce, while the Stettler County Housing Authority was voted best overall rib experience. Vintage tractors were on display throughout the weekend at the Agriplex, courtesy of the Antique Tractor Club, while an obstacle course for riders was also in operation on the exhibition grounds. Emerson Drive performed on the grounds
Saturday night, playing on a stage built into a semi truck. The group thrilled the audience with a 19-song set that included hits like “Moments” and “She’s My Kind of Crazy.” Lead singer Brad Mates entertained the crowd with a tale of toilet training gone awry, and also tricked the audience into singing “Happy Birthday” for guitarist Danick Dupelle, despite it not being his birthday. Sunday began with a second pancake breakfast. Heartland Cowboy Church hosted a service at the Agriplex, featuring gospel music by Fred and Shirley Dobirstein of Lacombe, and a message by pastor Don Wudel. The weekend concluded with Sunday afternoon’s rodeo performance. Nixon told the Independent that the stampede committee is looking for new members to help organize next year’s events. Anyone interested in joining is asked to contact the board of trade.
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Citizens, businesses get behind walk’n’roll philosophy people who registered on the walk’n’roll website were entered into a random draw, with winners receiving a flashing reflector to
Stacey Lavallie INDEPENDENT REPORTER Stettler put their feet to the pavement and pulled their bikes out of storage to put forward a “tremendous” effort during “walk’n’roll” month, said one of the organizers, Grace Fix. During the month of August, members of the community – residents and businesses – were encouraged to walk or cycle to their destinations. The initiative was spearheaded by the Heartland Beautification Committee, the Stettler Wellness Network and the Stettler Traffic Safety Committee. During August, roughly 50 businesses registered that they had individuals walk or cycle to work, Fix revealed, and about 40 individuals filed that they walked or cycled to a destination. The numbers are likely higher for both, as Fix expects several people and businesses never went online to enter the information.
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Names were drawn from those who participated in August’s Walk’n’Roll month in Stettler. Stettler Independent reporter Stacey Lavallie was randomly drawn from among the entrants. “The response from the business community was tremendous,” Fix said, adding that the number participating in the challenge didn’t just meet the goals set by the walk’n’roll group, but well exceeded it. “They jumped right on board.” Throughout the month,
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FIFTY BUSINESSES HAD EMPLOYEES THAT WALKED OR BIKED TO WORK SOMETIMES DURING AUGUST WALK ‘N’ ROLL MONTH! NEW PARTICIPANTS August 14 – 28 1. Heart Haven Lodge 2. Stettler Regional Board of Trade 3. TD Canada Trust 4. Pharmasave 5. Heartland Youth Centre 6. Clearview Public Schools – Central Office 7. AB Agriculture & Rural Development: Ag-Info Centre
8. Ken’s Cabinets and Renovations 9. Pro Water Conditioning 10. Evergreen Parent Link Centre 11. Willow Creek Lodge 12. Ware’s Jewelers
ALREADY PARTICIPATING August 1 – 28 1. A & W Stettler 2. Action Plumbing and Excavating 3. Agriculture Financial Services Corporation 4. Alberta Works 5. Auto Xtras Ltd. 6. Bagshaw Electric 7. Baird Denture Clinic Ltd. 8. Burmac Mechanical 9. Canadian Tire 10. Canalta Hotel 11. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 12. Curves 13. Family Chiropractic 14. G2 Financial Solutions
15. Heartland Glass 31. Stettler Public 16. Lawlor Jewelry Library 17. Leaps and Bounds 32. Stettler Regional Day Care Day Care 18. Memories for Eternity 33. Stettler Registry 19. Panda Flowers Services (1996) Ltd. 20. Performance Health 34. Subway & Fitness Centre 35. Super 8 Stettler 21. Pfeiffer House of Music 36. Super Suds 22. Phoenix House B & B Carwash 23. Ramada Stettler 37. Tim Horton’s 24. Remax Stettler 25. ScotiaBank Stettler 38. Town of Stettler 26. Smitty’s 27. Stettler Independent 28. Stettler Liquor Barn 29. Stettler Mobile Solutions 30. Stettler Post Office
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ing the initiative, and it launched Aug. 1. “The purpose (of Walk’n’Roll) was to encourage people to walk or
bike to their destinations and leave their car at home sometimes,” Fix said. continued on page 15
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Stettler airport was the place to be on Labour Day morning, Sept. 1 as dozens of aircraft of all types and makes landed at a pace of three or four a minute at times for the traditional Fly-in Breakfast. There were many homebuilt planes in addition to the well-known samples from manufacturers like Cessna and five helicopters also joined the aviation parade that attracted hundreds of people in
slightly breezy weather. The early sunshine was later disrupted by grayish clouds but the less bright sky did not dampen the spirits. There was no shortage of senior citizens both among townsfolk who visited the airport for the pancake breakfast and among those who flew in from other communities. There were also a few remote controlled model planes on display, but unlike in previous years, a demonstration did not take place due to reluctance of insurers to cover
any possible damage that could result during the show. Garry Fix of the Stettler Flying Club said a total of 81 aircrafts had landed at the Stettler airport during the 8 to 11 a.m. breakfast period and more than 600 people were served pancakes, sausages, eggs and ham. The numbers were slightly down as compared to last year, but the Flying Club was still happy with the turnout of both the aircraft and visitors during the morning.
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Food embargo will hurt and help There was a time when farmers and ranchers gave little thought to what happened to their production once it left the farmgate. It was usually consigned to brokers, agents, a coop, wheat pool or some other sales entity. That’s still the case, sort of, but as operations grew larger and margins became razor thin the gyrations of the marketplace have become a lot more important. What a lot of producers of various commodities came to realize over the years was that not only were price cycles important but even more important were trade politics particularly at the international level. That trade mischief and manipulation have had the effect over the years of costing the ag industry billions of dollars. To deal with that reality national producer commodity organizations have spent countless millions trying every possible legal and political angle to thwart the consequences of trade disruptions. It’s an endless exercise and costly to the industry and there is no end in sight. But it could be said that there is slow incremental progress. Then out of the blue comes a sudden food embargo as was recently announced by Russia. That arbitrary action blows years of careful market development and access negotiations out of the water literally overnight. That decision affects $428 million in annual food exports from Canada to Russia - $260 million of which are pork exports. One could dismiss that as being small potatoes in the overall Canadian ag exports of many billions. Government apologists were quick to point out that other foreign markets could quickly be found for the exports to Russia. That might have been the case except for one other matter – the Russians applied the same food embargo to the US, the EU, Australia and other countries all of it in retaliation for those countries applying economic sanctions against
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Ahead of the heard WILL VERBOVEN Russia for its bad behaviour towards the Ukraine. This type of trade action tit-for-tat is nothing new in global politics; it’s actually a legal process under WTO trade rules when trade disputes can’t be resolved between nations. I expect no one was surprised when the Russians bit back at those that were trying to slap it on the wrists. By applying the food embargo to all its major suppliers the Russians created instance global trade chaos for what in most cases are perishable food products. That’s where its going to hurt more than just pork exports. Contrary to the minimum economic impact theorists, the sudden impact of billions of dollars of perishable food products having to find new homes will be felt around the world and at the farmgate in Alberta. The EU exports alone exports over $16 billion a year to Russia – that’s a lot of grub – and it will find its way to market because when it comes to trade or war all is fair. For example the EU exports large quantities of pork and beef to Russia – to get rid of a growing surplus because of the embargo you will soon find large quantities showing up in the North American pork market. The EU has shown in the past that they have no scruples when it comes to dumping or using export subsidies to get rid of surpluses on the world market. More cheap pork will impact beef prices, it all has a steamroller effect. The same will happen with dairy products (high tariffs won’t stop the EU from dumping more of their cheeses in North America). All of that is
good news for consumers as food deals will soon be showing up in grocery stores. There will be economic outfall from this embargo and the question producers and processors should be asking is when will compensation from the federal government be arriving. Their political position on Russia’s Ukraine policy and the sanctions they applied are the cause of the food embargo. It wasn’t the producers or the industry that caused the embargo – I would suggest the government knew there was a price to pay for their actions – and they need to step up to pay for the consequences of their decisions. Food producers should not be the only sector of our society to pay for federal government international political adventures. There are other winners from the food embargo besides consumers, food producers and exporters in countries like Brazil and China that are not part of the embargo will see a sudden rise in demand for their food products. They may not be able to replace all the embargoed products but it will certainly be a very profitable process for those they can – when it comes to trade politics there are always winners and losers.
As we close the month of August, the harvest itch was replaced in most areas with a frustration as most of the U.S. Midwest and Canadian Prairies got hit with some untimely, heavy rains. Also, some increasing geopolitical risk premium is looking to get built into the market around the September Long Weekend as there are a growing number of reports of Russia increasing its military presence at and even inside the Ukrainian border. There’s increasing buzz in the market about the sudden death syndrome (SDS) hitting some soybean fields in parts of Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, and Indiana. In my opinion, there’s not a lot of bullish news out there right now so to even out the playing field, this story is being pushed. If anything, the technical components of the market are what’s showing a possible short-term correction in soybean prices, not a few fields seeing yield potential drop from 50 to 10 bu/ac. That being said, S.D.S. is a disease that can overwinter and so re-planting those fields next year likely won’t happen. That being said, the earliest of Plant 2015 surveys from Farm Futures suggests U.S. farmers will increase their soybean acres by 2.6 per cent in 2015 to a 2nd consecutive record area of 86.6 million acres, while dropping corn acre again by 1.25 per cent to 90.5 million acres. The recent rains were seen as positive for both sides of the cornbelt with Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, and Nebraska all getting a drink that was overdue. After their crop tour last week, ProFarmer pegged their overall US corn yield at 169.3 bu/ ac (U.S.D.A. at 169.3 in the last W.A.S.D.E.) and total production at 14.093 billion bushels (14.032 billion). As for soybeans, the group says 45.35 bu/ac will come off, on average, from
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weeks but red lentils won’t match the move and if you have the quality that’s been sought for wheat, you will likely be able to earn a premium. Already, reports are growing of disease issues across the earliest harvested winter and spring wheat crops, suggesting that knowing what quality you have this year will be important (one of the reasons that FarmLead partnered with S.G.S. so you could order grain tests from directly from the FarmLead.com website!). The numbers will be critical this year, in terms of potentially getting a bounce in market prices and also getting the best price for your grain if you’re looking to sell some. Brennan Turner President, FarmLead. com Brennan Turner is originally from Foam Lake, SK, where his family started farming the land in the 1920s. His weekly column is a summary of his free, daily market note, the FarmLead Breakfast Brief.
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Lots of reading and writing at the library Submitted by Lindsey Gelech With the new school year come new classes, new friends, and new opportunities. The same goes for the Stettler Public Library. Make sure to join us this fall for all of our new and returning programs, you won’t be disappointed. Reader’s Circle will be meeting this Thursday, Sept. 4 at 7:30 p.m. to discuss “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks” by Rebecca Skloot, and enjoying a cup of tea. If you haven’t read this book yet, copies are still available at the library. Elaine will be back on Tuesday, Sept. 9 for math and science tutoring. She will be here every Tuesday from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. to help you out! Join us for the International Dessert and Appetizer Night on Tuesday, Sept. 9 at 6:30 p.m. Bring an appetizer or dessert along with a recipe card to share with others while you sample a few tasty creations. Join the Stettler Public Library as well as the Stettler Adult Learning Family Literacy Team while we also enjoy a performance from the Rhonda McCulloch Danceology students. Need help winterizing your garden? Don’t fret: Dustin Morton from Alberta Agriculture will be here on Sept. 13 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. to give you a few tips on this subject. Tech Time for Seniors is back. Join us on Thursday, Sept. 18 at 2 p.m. for help regarding cell phones, e-readers, e-mail, computers, or anything related to basic technology. Is writing something you enjoy? Well then make sure to check out our Writers Club on Thursday, Sept. 25. Come to the library at 6:30 p.m. with
a writing utensil, paper, and a head full of ideas. The Stettler Public Library and the Alberta Writers’ Guild would like to present children’s’ author Hazel Hutchins. Hazel will be here on Saturday, Sept. 27 at 1 p.m. to help celebrate Alberta Culture Days. Join us for a 45-minute presentation, which will include audience participation and readings from Hazel’s very own books. Everyone is welcome. Don’t forget about Read and Rhyme Play Time every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. It’s full of fun and great for your toddlers. Is Lego your life? Make sure to join us every Saturday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the library where you can build and create to your hearts content. To find out more about the library and our programs, check out our website (http://spl.prl.ab.ca), our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/StettlerPublicLibrary) or see our tweets (www.twitter. com/stettlerlibrary) for last minute details about our programs.
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their wallets. Others grumble there are more worthy causes to donate money and attention to. People doing the videos have been accused of being shameless self-promoters who don’t care about the cause at all. And, among many other gripes, there’s a strong objection to the water that’s being wasted. It’s true some people are posting videos and not donating money, but that doesn’t mean they’re not assisting with the awareness portion of the campaign. And with all the charities there are in the world, it’s entirely subjective which ones are most deserving. It’s also not possible to know the motive behind each person’s video. Some could be doing it out of compassion while others could be doing it purely for fun. If it doesn’t hurt anyone, why should it matter? As for the water that’s being wasted, I agree that it’s horrendously unfair there are millions of people living in third world countries without access to clean drinking water. We, in stark contrast, live in a society that’s so accustomed to an abundance of it that most of us needlessly shower on a daily basis.
It’s easy to find fault with just about anything if we want to. I admit to initially being skeptical about this campaign and it’s potential to raise money, but it’s hard to argue with success. At the time of writing this article, the haul has reached a staggering $80 million. That certainly beats the $2.5 million raised in the same time period last year. Charities all over the world are probably studying this unexpected pop culture phenomenon and wondering what they could do next. But you never know what’s going to go viral. People taking issue with this fundraiser might want to look at it from a different perspective. If this exact same campaign was helping out a cause near and dear to their heart, they probably wouldn’t mind it at all. I know I wouldn’t. For more information or to donate like I did, please visit ALS.ca To see my kids gleefully dump ice water on me, please visit LoriWelbourne.com Lori Welbourne is a syndicated columnist. She can be contacted at LoriWelbourne.com
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Power to farmers as they get into harvest season Welcome back to school and regular fall routine, everyone. I hope you enjoyed the long weekend and for the most part the sun and warmth kept it nice for work or pleasure. As your son or daughter is headed off to post-secondary education, don’t forget to get them to fill out the application for the Rumsey Ag Society Scholarship. More information and the list of criteria can be found with Kendra Kiemele or Kent Holowath. Last year’s deadline was Sept. 25 and it is worth quite a bit, so check it out. As I told you last week, the garden show was a success and each table had a display of beauty. This week I am able to give you the winning results. The total entries this year were 371 with 20 adults putting in 343 and 7 juniors putting in 28 entries. There were no six to 10 year olds who put anything in the show, which was too bad. The best Glad Spike, Glad Aggregate, Dahlia Aggregate and Best Dahlia were all won by Lorne McArthur. Diane McBride won the Novice Glad Aggregate and Betty Pennock won Best Begonia and Begonia Aggregate. The Rose Aggregate was won by Roy Ashcroft, Potted Plant Aggregate by Jill Brodie. Helen Steen won Best Tea Table, Pansy Arrangement, Arrangement Aggregate and seniors’ Arrangement. Carolin Schofer won back her own donated prize by having the best Lily Arrangement. Diane McBride won the Cut Flower Aggregate. Helen Steen won the Fruit Aggregate and Heritage Aggregate, a prize which was donated by the family of Mary and George Storch, her parents. Eleanor Richmond also did well by winning the Special baking first and Baking Aggregate. Andrea
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Webster won the Special baking second place. The biggest pumpkin was entered by yours truly. Jill Brodie won the vegetable display of four with Eleanor Richmond winning the vegetable display of eight to 12 kinds. The Vegetable Aggregate was won by Ken Jensen with the Adult Show Aggregate first prize going to Lorne McArthur; second prize was won by Helen Steen. Most entries in the show was awarded to Lorne McArthur, who put in 68 entries. Gifts of the Garden, which was donated by Trident Exploration was won by Jill Brodie, Helen Steen and Andrea Webster. In the Junior Awards ages 11 to 15, there were a few winners to announce: Samantha McKee won the Flower Arrangement and Junior Aggregate first place, Abby Webster won the Baking Aggregate and the Junior Aggregate second place. The Garden show committee would like to thank all the award donors, because without them, the show wouldn’t happen, also, Sandy McNaughton and Starland County for designing and photocopying the many show books. The Ag Society members helped in a big way with prize money and moving tables to set up and disassemble the show.
The plan for next year’s show is to return to their usual day of the last Wednesday of the month of August so keep that in mind as you start your garden planning for next year. The month of September is usually very quick around the community as everyone is quite busy in the fields bringing in the grain and greenfeed for this winter. Good luck to all the farmers and farm workers as they work long hours to complete this task. Be careful out there, everyone. My Mom collected this small summary of what it means to be a farmer years ago and I thought I would share it with you: I’m glad I’m a farmer. Sometimes I’m angry about being a farmer. And disappointed. Elated. Puzzled. Worried. And, I suppose, every emotion in the book. But I’m glad I’m a farmer. Because I know what I am. And what I feel. I feel I’m akin to my land and the things that grow on my land. And the sky over my land and the water that falls on it and flows through it. And the livestock that sustains itself upon my land. And the buildings that shelter me and my wife and our children and the machines that help to make my land fruitful. These are a bone-deep part of me. As is sweat. Cloudburst. Drought. Repairs. Disease. Heartache. Market Losses. And Profits. Sowing. Reaping. And a hundred and one setbacks and successes, large and small, that other men may never know. But that I know. And am content with.
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This arrangement was entered at Rumsey’s Garden Show under the comical arrangement category and is a depiction of Helen Steens family: mom and dad and their nine children named. Not because farming is easy. It isn’t. Or because a farmer enjoys fame. He doesn’t. Or because a farmer like me is a wealthy man. I am not. It’s simply because I know what I am. And I know what I feel. I wouldn’t have me any other way. Me……the Farmer.
A look at the history of an indigenous Donalda enterprise One of the most historic buildings in our area is the Donalda Co-operative Creamery. As with other old buildings, repair and upkeep is important if the building is to survive as a historic resource. It is significant because it is an industrial building associated with the development of the dairy industry in Alberta. A first creamery opened in Donalda in 1924 on Foster Street and was operated by John Greenbo and Henry Paege. It was a private firm known as Woodland Dairy. In 1931 Paege owned and operated the Creamery. In the same year, he decided to install a power plant for the creamery and the community. The following year the creamery also supplied electricity to Donalda. In 1937, Mr. Paege and other local farmers decided to form a Co-operative Creamery. Paege was finally hired as the manager at $1,200 a year. In 1948 he moved to Chipman, Alberta to operate a creamery there.
Percy Jones became the manager of the Creamery in 1947 until his retirement in 1975, then Vic Stuccey from 1975 to 1979, and short stints by Archie Armstrong, Jack Dinsmore, and Jim Ferdinand. An increase in dairy production after World War II prompted the Creamery to be enlarged. It was eventually rebuilt on the same site in 1954 – apparently using a former machine shop building moved from Edberg northwest of Donalda. “Donalda Maid” butter was shown across Canada at different agricultural exhibitions and won many prizes. The Donalda Co-op also operated an egg-grading station until government operators closed out all the small operators. The Creamery finally closed its doors on April 30, 1987. At that time it was it is believed the only local farmer-owned and operated creamery building in central Alberta. The Creamery is open for
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Ukraine: A Game of Chicken It is quite possible for soldiers to cross a frontier “by accident on an unmarked section,” and that is how Moscow explains the capture of a group of Russian paratroopers on Ukrainian territory last weekend. Poor lambs, they just wandered across the border by mistake. When they get home, they’ll have to be sent on a refresher course in cross-country navigation. The flaw in this story is that the ten captured Russian soldiers, from the 331st Regiment of the 98th Guards Airborne Division, were caught in a group of unmarked vehicles TWENTY KILOMETRES inside Ukraine. That’s a third of the way from the Russian border to the besieged rebel city of Donetsk, and it’s really hard to explain away as a navigational error. Besides, there is plenty of other evidence (though no other video interviews with captured Russian troops) to show that there is now a three-pronged Russian offensive underway in eastern Ukraine. There are probably fewer than a thousand Russian regular army troops on Ukrainian territory at the moment, but their purpose is clearly to stop the collapse of the pro-Russian rebels and reverse the momentum in the ground war. Last week the Ukrainian forces finally cut the last remaining road from Russia to the besieged city of Luhansk, shortly after a large convoy of Russian trucks violated Ukrainian sovereignty and drove up that road to deliver “humanitarian” aid to the city. The rebel forces have now launched a counter-offensive to reopen the road, and Russian self-propelled artillery units have entered Ukraine in the Krasnodon area to support their attacks. Another Russian force, including tanks, crossed the border on 24 August fifty km. south of Donetsk, the capital of the other rebel province, and is trying to open a corridor to that city. (The captured paratroopers were part of that force, which is currently stalled near Ilovaisk.) And on 25 August a column of Russian armour crossed into
Think Globally GWYNNE DYER Ukraine well to the south, heading west along the coast of the Sea of Azov towards the port city of Mariupol. This last incursion, presumably an attempt to open a third front and relieve the pressure on the two besieged cities, has now occupied Novoazovsk, about thirty km. east of Mariupol. The Ukrainian forces say they destroyed a dozen armoured infantry carriers there, but in the end they were driven out. Russian helicopter gunships also killed four Ukrainian border guards and wounded three others in an attack on a border post east of Luhansk on Tuesday. It’s not yet all-out war between Russia and Ukraine, but there is no doubt that Ukrainian forces are now in direct combat with Russian troops on several fronts. Russia still officially denies all this, of course, but its denials are not meant to be believed. Rather than see the separatist forces that Moscow has sponsored in the two eastern Ukrainian provinces simply collapse, Russian President Vladimir Putin has decided to escalate the conflict. The message is that Russia will do whatever is necessary militarily to keep the rebellion alive. But is that really true? Putin is now just one step short of a full Russian invasion of eastern Ukraine, and Russia is already suffering serious economic sanctions. Take that last step,
and it’s back to the Cold War – a war that Russia would ultimately lose, and it wouldn’t take forty years this time either. Today’s Russia has only half the population of the old Soviet Union, and it is no longer a major industrial power. Without its oil and gas exports, its citizens would be as poor as Ukrainians. If NATO started to take the “Russian threat” really seriously and re-armed itself accordingly, Russia simply couldn’t keep up militarily – and even trying would wreck its fragile economy. In the end, that would probably bring Putin down. Putin presumably understands this at some level, but his pride, and his desire to restore Russian power, won’t let him just accept defeat. So the current escalation is best seen as his next move in a game of chicken: can he frighten the West into making a deal that saves his face and turns Ukraine back into a political and economic dependency of Russia? The answer is: probably not. Ukraine’s president, Petro Poroshenko, certainly does not intend to go back to the old days. When he called a parliamentary election last week, he was effectively declaring that Ukraine will continue to be a sovereign and centralised state, not the neutered and decentralised state that Moscow wants – and that it will keep its options open on joining the European Union and even NATO (though neither of those options is currently on offer). The problem with games of chicken is that each player must demonstrate his willingness to go all the way, even though going all the way is crazy. The first one to give way to an attack of sanity loses. The only way to avoid a disastrous smash-up and still not lose is for both players to go sane at exactly the same time. That is what diplomacy is for, but so far it isn’t working. Gwynne Dyer is an independent journalist whose articles on world affairs are published in 45 countries.
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heller, or should I say muddier. On September 6th and 7th, the town of Drumheller will be hosting the Tough Mudders competition, that already boasts a registration of over 5,000 competitors ready to take on the 17 km course. Add into the equation a throng of spectatorsdescending into the valley and it could be the largest event ever hosted in thetown of Drumheller. The festivities will not be confined to the gruelling course; there are plenty of attractions to keep your attention throughout the entire valley which begin Fri-
day the 5th. A downtown festival on Friday kicks off a weekend of events that includes live entertainment, a golf tournament, a pig roast and of course some of the greatest scenery found anywhere in the world. Tough Mudder is typically an 18 to 20 km obstacle course complete with militarystyle obstacles that tests all-around strength, stamina, teamwork, and mental grit, of even the best conditioned athletes. Tough Mudder is considered one of the toughest events ever created and definitely not for the faint of heart. Drumheller’s terrain and scenery will prove to be a
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the Drumheller valley for the entire weekend. As the Wildrose Critic for Tourism, Parks and Recreation it will be my privilege to attend the event. Tourism starts as a vision, to help bring the vision to reality, it takes not only a great group of organizers, it takes a great community. Drumheller has risen to the occasion every time I have had occasion to celebrate an event with them. Judging by the preliminary numbers, this event will be a crowning achievement by all. The competition will be tough but the atmosphere will be friendly, so if your not already planning on being at this historic event, take the time to check it out. For more information on the event you can visit www.TravelDrumheller. com for a complete list of events, maps, tourism information and travel information. For more information on the event or to register, go to www. ToughMUdder.com.
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Wednesday, September 3, 2014
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Casey Bertram of Piapot, Sask., is seen riding atop Forget Me Not in the saddle bronc competition during Sunday’s rodeo performance at the Stettler Steel Wheel Stampede. He placed third in the category and took home $598.50.
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Baharally sidelined by illness Presence should increase now that school’s started Stacey Lavallie INDEPENDENT EDITOR While vacationing in Florida in July, William E. Hay Composite High School principal and football coach Norbert Baharally was having fun with his family – until he suffered a major seizure on July 28. It was the first seizure Baharally had ever had in his life, he said, and it landed him in the hospital in Florida for several days. Since then, he’s been on a regimen of drugs designed to prevent him from having another seizure while he awaits an appointment with a neurologist. The side effects from the medication include decreased stamina, and that weariness has sidelined Baharally from football practice for the vast majority of the pre-season, he explained.
“Practices were happening at 6 at night,” he said. By then, after a long day, he was simply too tired to be part of the practice. “Now that school’s started,” and practices are right after school, “I think I can take part more often,” he added. Baharally also had his driver’s license suspended because of the seizure, which means he has to walk everywhere or get rides. “I don’t mind letting people know,” he said, adding that he’d rather have people know the cause than think he’d suffered a DUI, for example. Offensive coordinator Guy Nietz and defensive coordinator Brian Matchett have been running the practices, while people from the school and coaches from the Bantam football league have stepped up to help in Baharally’s absence. When the William E. Hay students take the field later this week in Lloydminster for their first exhibition match of the year, Baharally said he hopes to be there with the other coaches, though he knows game nights will be tougher for him. Contributed photo
Wildcats continued practicing under the rainbow on Sunday with the new head coach Guy Neitz taking over from Norbert Baharally, who had to give up full time coaching due to health reasons.
Dozens of competitors kept crowds entertained throughout the weekend at the sixth annual Stettler Steel Wheel Stampede. Rodeo contestants came from across three provinces to compete in the event, which included performances on Saturday and Sunday and a slack section on Sunday morning. Stampede committee chair Tana Nixon said the weekend went well, with packed stands for Saturday’s performance. “We were thoroughly pleased with the crowd on Saturday night for the rodeo,” she said, noting that the grandstand can hold about 750. Nixon noted a significant downturn in the number of competitors, which she attributed both to the late timing of the weekend and new rules recently introduced by the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association, which deter pro cowboys from entering rodeos through semi-pro associations. Overall, though, she was pleased with the events and the response from the community, and expressed her appreciation to both the stampede committee and to the event’s volunteers and sponsors. Following are the results from the weekend, including the top three winners in each category. Saddle Bronc: 1 (tie). Ross Kreutzer, Maple Creek, Sask., Cervus Recharge, 77, $834.75; 1 (tie). Jeremy
Tennant, Provost, Alta., Aimes No Change, 77, $834.75; 3. Casey Bertram, Piapot, Sask., Forget Me Not, 75, $598.50. Bareback: 1. Monty Koopman, Consul, Sask., Cross Roads, 73, $626.40; 2 (tie). Lane Link, Maple Creek, Sask., Side By Side, 70, $464.25; 2 (tie). Brady Bertram, Maple Creek, Sask., City Storm, 70, $464.25. Bull Riding: 1. Ressindo Ramirez, Stettler, Alta., Kyle Ag & Auto, 76, $913.50; 2 (tie). Ronny Delarue, Whitewood, Sask., Hangover, 75, $677.25; 2 (tie). Wyatt Laughlin, Gleichen, Alta., Snow Jet, 75, $677.25. Tie Down Roping: 1. Vaughn Warken, Coronach, Sask., 9.5, $910.80; 2 (tie). Justin Heggie, Cardston, Alta., 10.2, $732.60; 2 (tie). Devon Porter, Solsgirth, Man., 10.2, $732.60. Steer Wrestling: 1. Wyatt Klovansky, Qu’Appelle, Sask., 5.9, $1,174.50; 2. Scott Sigfusson, Davidson, Sask., 6.7, $972.00; 3. Kal Klovansky, Qu’Appelle, Sask., 8.0, $769.50. Ladies Barrel Racing: 1. Kristen Pfefferle, Brooks, Alta., 17.49, $1,138.50; 2. Karly Lanz, Carievale, Sask., 17.83, $990.00; 3. Alex Hanson, Medicine Hat, Alta., 17.90, $841.50. Team Roping: 1. Kyle Chappel, Gravelbourg, Sask., and Brady Chappel, Moose Jaw, Sask., 5.2, $1,863.00; 2. Clint Weston, Cardston, Alta., and Tyler Paicu, Avonlea, Sask., 5.7; $1,620.00; 3. Jared Pancoast and Justin Kraft, 6.8, $1,377.00. Novice Saddle Bronc: 1. Jace Doenz, Milk River, Alta., 57, $183.60.
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John Springfield (wearing helmet), who stopped in Stettler last week during his bicycle tour of the Rocky Mountains, poses outside of the Board of Trade office on Thursday. He is joined by his relatives — from left, Gayle English of Sylvan Lake, and Norma and Jim Leslie of Stettler.
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Heather Keith and Dustin Derrick on their marriage at Linda Hall on Aug. 23. We wish this fine young couple all the best in their future years together. Heather is the daughter of Tom and Cindy Keith. The newlyweds will be living in Erskine. Larry and Lorene Stulberg joined their daughter and son-in-law, Krystal and Bud Stoutenberg and grandson Jack, for a holiday to points of interest in Idaho. Lee Hunt, Jim and Maureen Wasdal, along with all of Leeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s children â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Barb and Bill Paetz, Len and Sue Armstrong, Wilma and Reuben Paetkau and Harold Hunt â&#x20AC;&#x201D; attended the wedding of Jack Paetz and Natalie Larkan in Comox, B.C. on Aug. 23. Jack is the elder son of Bill and Barb (nee Hunt) Paetz. The newlyweds are living in Red Deer. Jim and Maureen stayed longer in B.C. and visited with members of the Ackerman family. Sympathy is extended to
Lorene Stulberg, Leanne Sorensen, Lorna Schilling and their families on the passing of their stepgrandmother Anna Lehn. The funeral was held in Drumheller on Thursday. Mrs. Lehn was 92. Jackson Daniel Bennett was the guest of honour Saturday at a meet and greet at grandma Dee Greenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home. Jackson is the son of Jonathan and Delaine (nee Green) Bennett of Calgary and was showered with baby gifts by the ladies attending. Mickey Tucker, Irene Brooker, Donnie and Blanche Johnson and Jim and Shirley Lumsden attended a country music jamboree at Big Stone on the weekend. Irene, Donnie and Shirley played in one of the bands entertaining there. We send birthday wishes to Mike Keith who celebrated her 75th birthday on Sunday. Smile for the day â&#x20AC;&#x201D; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Vegetarian is an old Indian word for bad hunter.â&#x20AC;?
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Elks resume their regular meetings Signs of fall are all around us. The farmers are busy in the fields, garden produce is ripe and the kids are back to school. The Elks begin their regular meetings on the first Tuesday of each month with a new slate of officers in place for the September meeting. Dennis Cordel will be the new Exalted Ruler and Matt Koenraadt is past E.R.. Dan Fowler takes the position of Leading Knight, Tony Nibourg is Lecturing Knight with Rocky Dahmer as Loyal Knight. John deMos remains as Secretary-treasurer. The Esquire is Doreen Blumhagen, the Tyler is Mary Stewart and Jacquie Dietrich is Chaplin. Trustees are Charles Muncy, Jody Anderson and Terry Vockeroth with Dale Kent as Historian. The Halkirk Elks are working at the casino on Sept. 8 and 9. The annual oyster fry is slated for Oct. 18. AESO meeting was held in Halkirk Aug. 25 talking about transmission development in Alberta. Sympathy is extended to the family of Glenna (Jackson) Creasey, who passed away on Aug. 25 in Lacombe. A memorial service will be held on Sept. 2. Her story is on page 341 of Home Fires. Congratulations to Scott and Heather Rowland on the arrival of a 9 lb. 2 oz. baby boy, Paxton Chase born on August 27th in Lethbridge. He was born on his great- granddad, George Rowland Sr.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s birthday. Proud grandparents are Sonny and Margret Rowland and Lonnie and Cindy Nelnor. Paxton has a big sister, Amina, who is two years old. Congratulations to Tanner Duncan and Michelle Barkley who were married on Saturday, Aug. 27, at the brides home near Red Willow. A reception and dance followed in the Stettler hall. The newlyweds make their home in Stettler. Word has been received on the passing of Don Bouma at Provost on Aug. 7. Rosemary Fetaz is Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s niece. Don
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was the last of four brothers who immigrated to Canada from Holland in the early 1950s. He was married to Madelyn Schaffner. His brother Ted married Barbara Ann Hepp, Dick married Lauretta LeClair and Joe married Suzzane Wiart. Our sympathies go out to the large extended families. Paul and Jacquie Deitrich went to the Alberta +55 games recently held in Stratcona County. Paul played baseball on Team Alberta. The team came away with the bronze medal. There were approximately 800 participants from Alberta in a wide variety of games and over 2000 participants from across Canada. Next games will be in two years. Anna Weyant of Calgary, granddaughter of Stan and Dorothy Anderson, has placed 3rd in a young Canadian art exhibition and contest. Her oil painting titled â&#x20AC;? Isabelleâ&#x20AC;? has been hung in the National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa for the summer. Mary Stewart was among the guests helping to celebrate her great â&#x20AC;&#x201C; granddaughter, Brooklynnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 6th birthday on Wednesday evening in Stettler . Ron and Dianne (Taylor) French from Calgary visited with Dianneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s aunt, Anna Taylor in Stettler this weekend. They stopped in Halkirk, toured Castor and Bulwark and attended the Decoration day services in Gadsby. Coming up: Sept. 4 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; First Bingo of the season â&#x20AC;&#x201C; sponsored by the Hall board â&#x20AC;&#x201C; starts at 7:30; Come and bring a friend.
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Box 310 Stettler, AB. 4810-50 St. Stettler, AB T0C 2I0 Obituaries LAMOUREUX Rene Edmund Joseph Born Feb. 3, 1956 in Castor, AB Passed away on Aug. 23, 2014 in Red Deer, AB Rene was born in Castor, Alberta the 4th child of Fern and Edmay Lamoureux. When Rene was a baby the family moved to Stettler, Alberta. Rene attended school at Stettler Elementary, Stettler Junior High and then William E. Hay High School and graduated in 1976. Rene knew he would go on to some kind of trade work from the time he was small and put things together like the radios to the television so we could be the first ones on the block to have stereo sound. He also fixed all the bikes and made many bikes from all the parts. One time Rene put a ramp on the verandah steps and went down on roller skates (the kind you attached to the bottom of your shoes), he was lucky he did not hurt himself. Rene was also instrumental in organizing bike races down the back alley. This was on tricycles and you stood on the back with one foot and pushed with the other, most of us have the scars on our knees and legs to remind us. He was always tinkering and building things with the various items that he had brought home. Rene was married in 1977 to Elaine Dowling in Stettler. Rene and Elaine moved to Camrose, and he apprenticed at Stoney Creek Plumbing and Heating while attending NAIT for his certificates. Rene and Elaine divorced in 1983 and he continued to work in Camrose at the same place for a few years and then at Burmac Plumbing and Heating. In the mid-eighties Rene moved back to Stettler, and he then began working for the Town Of Stettler, which has become his second home. Rene was still at the Town when he passed away and has left many friends and co-workers there who will miss him very much. In his spare time, he enjoyed riding his motorcycles in the warm weather and snowmobiling in the winter. He bought a house and was renovating it in between helping others and working. His love of tinkering continued and he was always updating his electronics and building a computer lab out of spare parts. He was a Jack of All Trades and loved buying on line and loved getting a deal. He would often get more than one of the same item if it was a really good deal… thus he always had spares. Rene will be missed by all who knew him. Rene was predeceased by his parents, Fern and Edmay Lamoureux, his grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, other relatives and by a good friend and co-worker Gordie Bible. He is survived by his 11 brothers and sisters; Lise Lamoureux, Paul (Carolyn) Lamoureux, Diane Lamoureux (Don Stewart), Claire Lamoureux, Mona Lamoureux, Anna Lamoureux (Steve Mandryk), Guy (Alice) Lamoureux, Julie Campbell (Brian Smith), Ivan (Keira) Lamoureux, Susan Kowalski (Vern Yurkowvich) and Nina Lamoureux (Vince), nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephew, many Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and also by his family at The Town of Stettler. As an expression of sympathy and in loving memory of Rene, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice in care of Brennen Funeral Home and Cremation Services P.O. Box 193 Stettler, Alberta TOC 2LO who have been entrusted with the care and funeral arrangements. 403.742.3315. Condolences can be forwarded to the family by visiting our website at www.brennenfuneralhome.com
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COWDEN Edith Cowden passed away, August 25, 2014 at her home at Points West Living, Stettler, Alberta at the age of 87 years; she was born in Berlin, Germany on March 9, 1927. She has touched all of our lives in a very profound and loving way. Edith has overcome a lot of adversity and has had a lot of magnificent accomplishments in her life; some which she has shared with each and every one of us. She has helped so many people with their health problems over the years, from stop smoking to helping young women experience motherhood. Edith had a way of coming into your life and making it much better. She had an answer for everything and a fabulous sense of humor and once she touched your life the ‘Edith magic’ happened and you were hooked. Edith was a very private person; she did not like a lot of her personal life known, as we all know by her eye rolls and finger shaking, just too gently let you know that was not something she was going to discuss. Edith was a very feisty and determined woman who loved each and every one of us in her own way. As we all loved her. Edith is survived by her chosen special family Mary Jane and Jim Hoover of Stettler, Alberta and their family, Allan Docherty of Erskine, Alberta as well as the caregivers of Cottage A and the entire staff of Points West Living in Stettler and her dear friends through the years. A Come and Go Tea was held on Saturday, August 30, 2014 from 2 to 4 PM at Points West Living. Memorial donations may be made in her name to an animal rescue organization of your own choice. Condolences may be viewed or sent to the family at www.stettlerfuneralhome.com STETTLER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM entrusted with the care and funeral arrangements. 403-742-3422
DAVIES (Toffelmire) Vera On August 26, 2014, Vera Davies passed away unexpectedly at the age of 90 years. She will be greatly missed by her children: Joan (Fred), Gary (Lynda), Rita (Jon); thirteen grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; two sisters: Edyth and Wilma, family of Garry Davies, as well as many relatives and friends. Predeceased by her husbands, Ralph Toffelmire and Garry Davies; daughter: Louise (Bob) Showman. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2014 at 2:00 pm at Serenity Funeral Service 10129 - Princess Elizabeth Avenue, Edmonton. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to S.T.A.R.S.
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Bond-O, an authorized Telus dealership, is looking for sales professionals with strong selling and communications skills who get excited about the communications industry and its growing future.
Prism Integrated Solutions Inc. isInc. located in Forestburg, AB and is a Prism Integrated Solutions is located in Forestburg, specialty oilďŹ eld production equipment manufacturer. We are AB and is a specialty oilďŹ eld production equipment currently looking for the following tradespeople to join our team: manufacturer. We are currently looking for the following tradespeople to join our team:
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Applicants must have experience in the positions are applying for. Prism Top wages and beneďŹ ts plan offered to they successful candidate offers excellent wages, beneďŹ ts, job security and opportunity for growth. To arrange job test and interview, please email resumĂŠs Please send resumes to Neil Thorsteinson at to n_thorsteinson@prismcorp.net n_thorsteinson@prismcorp.net
As a Sales Representative you will be responsible for: -Providing an outstanding customer sales experience. -Teamwork to meet personal and store targets. -Ensuring our clients receive exceptional after sales service support. -Understanding all areas of wireless voice, data and Internet service. We offer competitive hourly wage plus commission, group RRSP match it programs and on-going support and professional training. If you have previous sales experience and feel you would make a good candidate for this position, please forward your resume to: hr@bond-ocommunications.com Fax: 403-742-1576 Only those applicants deemed suitable for this position will be contacted.
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is currently taking resumes for experienced Production Testing Personnel Email resume to: rdzubarofÀce@telus.net or fax to (403)346-9420.
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TRENCHUK LIVESTOCK HAULING requires Class 1 Drivers. Alberta wide work, competitive wages. Call Michael at 780-656-0053, Smoky Lake
TANKMASTER RENTALS req’s Exp’d Class 1 Fluid Haulers for Central Alberta. OilÀeld tickets req’d. Competitive wages and beneÀts. admin@tankmaster.ca or fax 403-340-8818
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Q Endorsement preferred. Competitive Wages & BeneÀts. Fax resumes & ref’s to: 403-343-1248 or email to: admin@shunda.ca
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F/T INSTALLER/REPAIR TECH. needed in Calgary. Travel involved, expenses covered. Valid Class 5 license, weekends off. Mechanical ability an asset. Please email resume to michelle@equipmentpro .ca or fax 403-279-8214
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Red Deer Rocky Mtn. House Rimbey Caroline Castor Sylvan Lake Innisfail Stettler Ponoka Lacombe Gov’t of Alberta Funding may be available. 403-340-1930 www.academicexpress.ca
SHRUM’S MEATS F/T or P/T POSITION RETAIL MEAT CLERK. $10-13/hour. Call 403-741-8683 or Fax: 403-742-1429
We offer free recruitment services for people aged 45 and over across Canada. Register now at: www.thirdquarter.ca or call toll free 1-855-286-0306. LOCAL Government inspected meat packing plant NW of Bashaw looking for F/T or P/T help. Willing to train. Meat Cutter/Butcher. Contact Rick 780-372-2178
TRENCHUK CATTLE CO. in Smoky Lake, Alberta is currently hiring a Herd Health Person & Pencheckers $22-30/hour. Also General Labourers $20-23/hour depending on experience or ability. Fax resume to 780-656-3962 or call Willy 780-656-0052.
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INTERESTED IN the Community Newspaper business? Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. FREE. Visit: awna.com/for-job-seekers.
Advertisers in the showcase section maintain Real Estate offices in Stettler, are members of the Red Deer & District Real Estate Board Co-op Ltd., and all offer full multiple listing services.
Candor Realty Ltd.
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3.25 ACRES only 15 minutes from Stettler. Custom built 3 bedroom home, oversized heated shop and lovely landscaping. $395,000.
NICE LITTLE HOME. Sits on a good sized lot and has a detached garage. Affordable small town living for the right person. $40,000.
1.6 ACRES right in the village of Botha. Perfect home for your family with 4 bdrms, close to school and lots of room outside for the kids. $229,000.
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5.3 ACRE PARCEL of land only minutes from town. Utilities are to the property line. Great place to build your new home. $119,900.
LOVELY WELL KEPT HOME on 2 lots. 3 bdrms / 2 baths. Huge shop with hoist and wired for 220. Beautiful yard and nice private back patio. $179,000.
GREAT STARTER HOME at an affordable price. This well kept 3 bdrm / 2 bath home sits on a corner lot. Double garage and close to school. $109,900.
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4317: Great 3+2 bedroom, 2
3908 64a St. Close: Here it is! It has the best of both worlds.
TREVOR LEINWEBER Broker
403-742-4253 Maxwell Results Realty 4917 - 50 STREET BOX 932 STETTLER, AB T0C 2L0
It feels and looks brand new and it's in a superior location in an established cul-de sac. Nice wide Pie shaped back yard(145 ft) which is mostly fenced but leaves endless opportunities for a real nice garage and still loads of room for the family to play. The basement is fully developed with another 2 bedrooms, a beautiful 3 piece bath and a huge family room. ASKING $297,000
1/2 bathroom Family home with great neighbours. Huge family room with thermostatically controlled Gas Stove. Bright family sized kitchen with New Counter Tops, Sink, Back Splash & Pantry Shelving. A short step through the patio doors to the large New Deck, the oversized & fenced Yard with Double garage and RV parking too. ASKING $285,000
4601: Here is one you can just move into. Gleaming hardwood flooring a very inviting kitchen has new cupboards and patio doors. Basement is finished with 3rd bedroom, rec room and 1/2 bath. The sun/family room on the main floor is just calling for your plants and easy chair.
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6112: Here is a very affordable 4 bedroom home in Grandview. Lots of space inside and out. Nice laminate flooring in living room along with a wood stove. Big deck just outside the front door and lots of parking. ASKING $109,000
6104: Single Family Mobile Home
ASKING $ 47,500 21057: “Green Acres” is the place to be... and here it is. 7.3 acres to raise the kids and critters on. Cute 3 Bedroom 1.5 Storey house, Garage, Small Barn and NO Neighbors.
ASKING $290,000
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Floor Covering Installers and Tilesetters needed
for Jensen Contract Flooring, Big Valley, AB Starting wages: $28.85/hr - Floor Covering Installers $24.75/hr - Tilesetters 40-50 hours per week Applicants should have a minimum of 3 years of work experience or have a valid trade certification.
Medical & Dental benefits plan Relocation assistance Interested applicants apply in person, call 403-742-3407 or email jimmacdougall@stettler gm.com Service Manager Jim MacDougall All applications will be kept confidential.
Prism Integrated Solutions Inc. is located in Forestburg, AB and is a specialty oilfield production equipment manufacturer. We are currently looking for the following tradespeople to join our team:
B Pressure Welder Top wages and benefits plan offered to successful candidate To arrange job test and interview, please email resumés to n_thorsteinson@prismcorp.net
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JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN An opportunity exists at the Paintearth Mine, located between Halkirk & Forestburg, Alberta for a Journeyman Electrician. Position Profile: This position reports directly to the Maintenance Foreman. Responsibilities include industrial electrical maintenance, including PLC programming and modern drives. There will be an opportunity to work with high voltage, high power equipment. Qualifications: The ideal candidate will posses a Interprovincial Journeyman Electrician Certificate and have industrial experience with tech cable, cable tray and PLC terminations. Experience with draglines and DC powered equipment is an asset. Troubleshooting experience with a willingness to be responsible for results is necessary. Westmoreland Coal Company - Paintearth Mine offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and provides the opportunity for personal growth and development. Closing date: September 12, 2014 Please e-mail or fax your resume and cover letter to Human Resources: E-mail: careers.PEMSHM@prairiemines.com Fax: 403.884.3001
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Individual(30-40 must behours/week) enthusiastic, energetic and mature. Candidate must be able to Must be able to work weekends. Computer skills asset. work after school andanSaturdays. Pleaseapply applyininperson person to Please with resume to Fern or Scott. Scott or Fern.
STETTLER TRANSIT MIX is looking for: Looking to hire • Ready Mix Batcher • ConcreteFull PumpTime Operator
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• Bakery • Produce • Meat • Deli Clerks Please email resume to carol.nelson@sobeys.com
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Phone 403-742-2134 stettlertransitmix@gmail.com Stettler Adult Learning Council is seeking a Program Manager. Working with a community board, the successful candidate will supervise all programs offered by the Council and work with external partners to deliver high quality adult education programs to Stettler and area. This is a .8 position with leave during summer school closure.
6810-50 Avenue, Stettler, AB T0C 2L2
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We offer TOP wages, benefits and the opportunity to work in a rewarding work environment.
Job duties: Loading/unloading customers trucks, moving & stacking lumber. Wages $14.00/hour Benefits Package: Health care plan Skills required: on the job training will be provided Contact: resumes@altawide.com
Experience is preferred, but will train the right individuals. Please apply in person or email resume to adam@scoreprojects.com 3814 - 47 Avenue, Stettler, AB
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Candidates should have: • A degree in Education, Management or Human Services • 3-5 years of experience in a related field Knowledge and Abilities: • Able to perform functions relating to non-profit management including: bylaw and policy development, working with boards and funding agencies, financial management and budgeting, human resource management. • Able to work with community groups and partner agencies. • Able to plan and manage program details and initiate public awareness campaigns. • Strong analytical and computer skills. • Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Self-directed worker with ability to take initiative. • Experience with the post-secondary system and teaching adults an asset Please send resumes to wendy.rhyason@stettlerfcss.ca Closing date is September 15.
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Clearview Public Schools is accepting applications for the position of Head Caretaker in Stettler, Alberta. This is a full-time night shift (8 hours/ day, Monday – Friday) that requires heavy lifting to a maximum of 40 lbs. The position is under the collective agreement with CUPE. As a team leader for approximately seven custodians, the Head Caretaker will have the ability to work in a team environment, provide good communication skills, and share best practices with other custodians. With a competitive salary at $23.20 per hour (including an employer-paid full benefit package, with pension, vacation and sick leave entitlements), the successful candidate will work in a learning environment focused on student success. See the following for more details: http://1drv.ms/1rmfYoI The successful candidate 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 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. This competition will remain open until 4:30pm on September 11, 2014.
1. Competition #5592 - Applications are being accepted for a permanent, full time school bus route in the Castor area commencing October 1, 2014. Competition closes, Monday, September 15, 2014 at 3:00 pm. 2. Competition #5593 - There is an opening in the Botha area for a permanent, full time school bus driver to commence October 1, 2014. This competition closes Monday, September 15, 2014 at 3:00 pm. 3. Competition # 5556 - Applications are also being accepted for part time bus driving positions throughout the school division. 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. Applications may also be sent to Clearview Public Schools, Attn: D. Larsen, Box 1720, Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0. Faxes may be sent to (403) 742-1388. Please quote the competition number on all applications submitted. We appreciate all applications but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Administrator Required Resumes are being accepted to fill the 24-32 hours per week position of C.A.O for the Summer Village of Rochon Sands. Our Village The Summer Village of Rochon Sands was incorporated in 1929. It is a peaceful lakeside community situated on the south shore of Buffalo Lake within close proximity to the Town of Stettler. There are 178 developed lots within the Village with recreational activities that provide year round enjoyment for residents and visitors to the area. Requirements The Administrator must be a self-starter, extremely organized with the ability to meet deadlines. Good verbal and written skills and the ability to deal professionally and fairly with the general public as well as the ability to deal with conflict and complex problems effectively. Liase with other Municipalities, and local organizations as well as become familiar with statutory requirements in the Municipal Government Act (MGA) and other legislation. The successful candidate will be required to acquire a working knowledge in government operations, statues, bylaws and policy making as well as attend and accurately record all council meetings, research and report to Council as directed. The candidate will also be required to report, direct, administer and coordinate all the affairs of the Rochon Sands Provincial Campground and the Narrows Recreational Area on behalf of the Summer Village of Rochon Sands. Problem solving, interpersonal and communications skills are required as well as the ability to deal with staff fairly and diplomatically. Experience in QuickBooks Accounting software would be a benefit but not necessary. The Starting Salary will be negotiable depending on experience. Hours of work are flexible and will be determined according to the successful candidate’s abilities and experience.
Applications are being accepted for full time and part time Teacher Assistant positions at the Stettler Elementary School in the Early Learning Program for the 2014-2015 school year. We are looking for an energetic and innovative individual who will thrive in a collaborative environment. The successful applicant will provide general assistance under the direction of a certified teacher. The successful candidate 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 competition number in the subject line. Applications may also be sent to Clearview Public Schools, Attn: D. Larsen, Box 1720, Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0. Faxes may be sent to (403)742-1388. This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
6608 50th Ave, Stettler, AB, T0C 2L2
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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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VITAMIX Blenders Summer Sale. Free shipping anywhere in Canada. Mention this ad and receive a free pure milk nut bag. Call Hometech, Regina, SK, 1-888-692-6724 or www.hometechcanada.ca.
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AUCTION SALE Saturday September 6 at 10 a.m. Roy/Jeanne Thiessen & Bob Hamper # 54 Valarosa Crossing **Didsbury A.B.** Snap on Tools & tool boxes, Hand & Power tools, Yard & garden, Tractors, Household, Collectibles, Check the web for full listing & picturesâ&#x20AC;Ś Pilgrim Auction Service 403-556-5531 www.pilgrimauction.com
4-MAJOR OILFIELD Service Companies Dispersal. AUCTION SALE. Sept. 6 & Tues., Sept. 9, 9 a.m., 7. Large 2-Day Collector MAS Sales Centre, Car, quality antiques, Blackfalds, Alberta. Picker acreage tools. Approx. 3 trucks, pickups, snowcats, skid steer & attachments, miles out of Spruce Grove, Alberta. Details at: man lifts, zoom booms, www.spectrumauctioneering.com forklifts, Dodge 3500 780-960-3370 / w/blade, breathing trailers, 780-903-9393. safety equipment, standby emergency units, IHC COLLECTOR CAR AUC4300 ambulance, TION! 7th Annual Red enclosed & equipment Deer Fall Finale. trailers, Ind. Plant & NG September 19 - 20, compression tools & parts, Westerner Park. Consign Mech. Ser. Body, today. 1-888-296-0528 ATVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, JD 5093E tractor, ext. 103; egauctions.com. JD 630 disc bine, & more. Internet bidding at MEIER Classic Car & bidspotter.com or Truck Auction. Saturday, www.montgomeryauctions.com September 20, 11 a.m. 1-800-371-6963. 6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton. Consign today, call 780-440-1860.
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Bicycles
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3 WHEEL ADULT BIKE, brand new, $400. Phone 403-740-0700 after 5 p.m.
Building Supplies
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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
Firewood
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Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar. Price depends on location. Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346 SEASONED SPLIT FIREWOOD 4.5 kms. West of Stettler Call 403-323-0744
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A-STEEL SHIPPING Dry Storage Containers. Used 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; & 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Seacans high cube & insulated containers 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;-53â&#x20AC;&#x2122; long. Specials in stock now. Self unloading delivery. Phone toll free 1-866-528-7108; www.rtccontainer.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. .
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Office Supplies
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WHITE 20LB BOND PAPER: 8.5 X 11 10 pkgs. of 500 sheets
$48/case Shop Stettler & Save! 403-742-2395 Pet Services
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DOG OBEDIENCE AND AGILITY CLASSES Begin September 8. For more information contact Lorrie at 403-742-3698
Travel Packages
1900
FOY SPA RV Resort has more winter fun for less! Hot mineral springs, events, activities, fitness, entertainment, Canadian friends in southern California; foyspa.com or 1-888-800-0772
Wanted To Buy
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FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed dealer. 1-866-960-0045; www.dollars4guns.com.
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
Farm Equipment
2010
FOR Sale: 1995 Hesston Swather 14 ft. Hayheader rebuilt, 1810 hours. $25,000 o.b.o. Good shape. Hesston 10 wheel hay rake. $2500. 1976 Chev 3 ton 366, 5 speed hoist, runs. $1100. Case IH 8370 haybine, needs welding. $1800. Phone 403-742-8810.
Horse/Stock Trailers
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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
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Grain, Feed Hay
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Condos/ Townhouses
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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.
ALIX, AB 2 bdrm. 1 bath condo, 1100 sq. ft., private entrance, 5 appls, balcony, $1050 + utils. 403-341-9974
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
One & Two BEDROOM APARTMENTS FOR RENT No pets Phone Ellen Phone Linda or at Ernie 403-742-1568 at 403-742-5005
Suites
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Manufactured Homes
Manufactured Homes
1990 MOBLE home in great shape, 3 bdrm., 2 bath, fridge & gas stove, new washer & dryer, new roof last October, located on a spacious double lot in Endiang but can be moved. Asking $68,000. phone 403-585-8379
SINGLE WIDE SHOWHOMES now reduced! Craigs Homes, a proud supplier of Moduline Manufactured Homes, is wanting to make way for the new homes coming out for 2015. Come and check out some sweet deals. An example is our 20 X 76 Canberra, 1520 sq. ft., 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom is now at $115,900. Regular price $118,900. Call Marg at 1-855-380-2266.
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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
Houses/ Duplexes
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IN STETTLER 2 bedroom older house, 4 appls. and 3 bedroom double wide, 5 appls., 1 1/2 bath, on feced lot. No pets, 403-742-6631 STETTLER: small 2 bdrm. house prefer single quiet professional, 2 bdrms. on main, 1 bdrm. downstairs. Ideal location on school street. 4801 54 St. single car garage, large cement parking pad. Avail. for viewing immediately. N/S. Avail. on Sept. 11. $1200. mo. + utilities. DD $500. Contact Alisha 403-742-5577
Acreages
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BEST RENTAL VALUE IN STETTLER 1 & 2 Bedroom, furnished kitchenette suites. All utilities, cable, internet. 1 Bedroom, $800/mo. 2 Bedroom, $1100/mo. D.D. $200. Avail. immediately 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
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Mortgages Bought/Sold RED Deer Mobile Home in Waskasoo Estates. Lots of renovations inside and out. 1216 sq ft. 3 bed, 2 bath. Detached oversized garage. View more info on mls.ca: CA0044188. Price: $139, 900. Call Tammy King Worth Metro Realty 403-304-0649.
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
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GET BACK on track! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need money? We lend! If you own your own home you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420; www.pioneerwest.com.
Investments ......................4410 Money Wanted ................4420 Money to Loan ................4430
Public Notices
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FORD, CHEVY, Dodge, Toyota & more. Vehicles from $47/week with bad credit or no credit. Bankruptcy ok. $0 down options. Cars, trucks, SUVs and minivans. 1-800-591-5127. Apply online at www.CanadaDrives.ca.
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NOTICE to Creditors And Claimants Estate of
2006 Honda Goldwing Trike w/Lehman Monarch 2 trike kit. This unit is loaded with all options plus lots of extra chrome. 49,500 kms bike was triked in 2011. Also have 2012 Lea-sure lite cargo/camper trailer w/many options. Will sell together or separate. Asking $33,000. for Trike and $4500 for trailer. Call (403)318-4653
Dorothy Louise Wiechnik who died on December 23, 2013 If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by October 17, 2014 and provide details of your claim with:
E. Roger Spady Barrister & Solicitor at Box 328 Coronation, Alberta T0C 1C0
The right place to ďŹ nd the right person for the job.
If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.
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BANK SAID NO? Bank on us! Equity Mortgages for purchases, debt consolidation, foreclosures, renovations. Bruised credit, self-employed, unemployed ok. Dave Fitzpatrick: www.albertalending.ca. 587-437-8437, Belmor Mortgage.
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Public Notice #6000 Public Notices ..................6010 Special Features ..............6050
Public Notices
6010 LANDS FOR SALE BY TENDER
The Estate of Percy Tschritter hereby offers for sale by tender the following briefly described property subject to the reservations, exceptions and encumbrances contained in the existing certificates of title.
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WHAT ARE THEY GOOD FOR? ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING.
NE 11-36-14 W4, containing 160 acres more or less; and SE 11-36-14 W4, containing 160 acres more or less (hereinafter called the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Propertyâ&#x20AC;?). Features of the Property include approx. 216 acres grass and 104 acres cultivated, with dugout and spring.
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Realtors & Services..........4010 Houses for Sale................4020 Houses Wanted ................4030 Condos/Townhouses ........4040 Acreages ..........................4050 Acreages Wanted ............4060 Farms/Land ......................4070 Farms/Land Wanted ........4080 Manufactured/ Mobile Homes ..................4090 Income Property ..............4100 Commercial Property ......4110 Industrial Property ............4120 Cottages/Resort Property ..4130 Businesses for Sale..........4140 Buildings for Sale ............4150 Lots for Sale ....................4160 Out of Town Property ......4170 Investment Opportunities ..4180 Mortgages Bought/Sold....4190
Farms/ Land
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FOR SALE: Pasture/recreation quarter, dugout, catch pens. 20 minutes from Stettler, south of Botha. Phone 403-742-8810.
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ACREAGE FOR SALE
Customizable and secure. From storage to workspace.
1. Vendor makes no warranties or representations about the Propertyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s size/measurement, condition or environmental status.
Steel containers from 8' to 53'. 20' & 40' skids with optional 4' landings available. Mount with twist locks.
2. Buyer to be responsible for all costs associated with registration. Tender price shall be excluding G.S.T.
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SHOP FOR RENT OR 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 Used to be Hartwell Oilfield Shop
Cars
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2010 custom home located south of Stettler along hiway 56. (8.5 acres) Like new condition with landscaping complete. Large garage, air conditioning, underďŹ&#x201A;oor heat, underground sprinklers, snowmelt, etc. Completely ďŹ nished 32x48 shop with underďŹ&#x201A;oor heat, bathroom and shower. Phone  1-403-741-4256
The sale of the Property is subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter mentioned:
3. Tenders will be received by the lawyer noted below up to but not after 12:00 oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;clock noon on Monday, September 29th, 2014. Tenders should be forwarded to Landman Reule Law Office in a sealed envelope marked â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tschritter Tendersâ&#x20AC;?. A certified cheque or bank draft payable to Landman Reule Law Office equal to 10% of the purchase price must accompany the tender. 4. Possession will be granted November 3, 2014 and shall be subject to the current tenantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s right to remove 2014 crop. 5. The balance of the purchase price to be paid by solicitorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s trust cheque or certified funds on or before November 3, 2014. 6. Property taxes to be adjusted as of Possession Date. 7. The highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Please provide contact information, including a phone number, with the tender. LANDMAN REULE LAW OFFICE Lori R. Reule Barrister & Solicitor 4819 - 51 Street, Box 1630 Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0
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6010 NOTICE OF TENDER
Ducks Unlimited Canada has engaged the services of Royal LePage Network Realty Corp. to sell the following parcels by tender: PARCEL A: North East Quarter, Section 23, Township 40, Range 20 W4 Excepting thereout all mines and minerals. Area = 152.72 acres more or less PARCEL B: Lot 1 Block 1 Plan 1223738 Excepting thereout all mines and minerals Area = 4.99 acres more or less Tenders in sealed envelopes marked: DU. Tender accompanied by certified cheque made payable to Denton Law Firm In Trust for 5% (five percent) of the amount of tender to be in the hands of Royal LePage Network Realty Corp., Box 1798, 5002 – 50 Ave, Stettler in the province of Alberta by twelve o’clock noon, on Friday the 31st day of October, 2014. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid to Denton Law Firm In Trust within thirty (30) days after the acceptance of tender. If the successful tenderer does not complete the purchase after acceptance of his tender, the deposit shall be forfeited. The highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. GST may be applicable. Cheques of unsuccessful tenderers will be returned. Parcels may be purchased together or separately. There are no services or improvements on the parcels. Certain restrictions on land use shall apply. For more information and tender forms contact Andy Birch at 403-742-3069 or 5002 – 50th Ave, Stettler.
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Public Notices
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Community Support Services ADULTS/CHILDREN ANONYMOUS Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. For more info Kira & Ian FCSS, 403-742-2339
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 403-742-4271; 403-742-1887 403-742-3214; 403-742-2966 or 403-742-4271
AL-ANON 403-742-0990
ALZHEIMERS SUPPORT GROUP 403-742-4263; 403-742-8122 or 403-742-4091
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP 403-742-2337
BIG BROTHERS & BIG SISTERS ORGANIZATION 403-742-5437 during business hours
BRIGANTIA PLACE (formerly Camrose Women’s Shelter)
780-672-1035
CELIAC (Gluten Intolerance) Brenda 403-742-3067
COCAINE ANONYMOUS Pager toll-free (20 sec. response time) 1-403-357-6266
COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS SUPPORT GROUP 403-742-2337 (parents who have lost a child[ren])
GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS 403-742-4059
HOME SUPPORT STETTLER & DISTRICT 403-742-6568
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Hot Line 403-342-1444
STETTLER & AREA ACQUIRED BRAIN INJURY SOCIETY (STABIS) For more information phone 403-742-6456
STETTLER & DISTRICT FOOD BANK SOCIETY Kathy Elaine Willis -Williams 403-742-4567 403-742-2745 Elaine Williams - 403-742-2745 4820 - 51 Street
STETTLER CITIZENS ON PATROL RCMP office 403-742-3382 www.stettlercop.org
STETTLER HANDIBUS 403-742-5858
STETTLER HEALTH EMERGENCY LINE PROGRAM 403-742-2337
STETTLER PEOPLE FOR SUICIDE AWARENESS 403-742-2337
STETTLER READ & WRITE OFFICE 403-742-2999
T.O.P.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Grace – 403-742-0681 Vivian – 403-742-3935
VICTIM SERVICE 403-741-7841 CONFUSED? GETTING THE RUN AROUND?
403.742.2395
CONTACT YOUR INFORMATION AND REFERRAL CENTRE Residents of Stettler and the surrounding area now have access to this free and confidential service. It provides information and referral on social agencies, government services, clubs and organizations, to best suit the caller’s need.
Just Dial - 403-742-1155
ALS throws cold water on outdated fundraising ideas Joni Avram Troy Media columnist Thanks a lot, ALS Association. Because of you and your Ice Bucket Challenge, millions of organizations around the world are re-thinking their approach to fundraising. The tried and true methods - like appeal letters, gala events, and silent auctions - have lost their lustre in the face of your ridiculously simple, outrageously inexpensive, and wildly successful viral rampage. Your success makes these traditional approaches as outdated and quaint as a cup of instant coffee. Don’t get me wrong. I’m happy for your success. But in addition to generating mega-millions for your cause, those chunks of ice are creating quite a stir among the philanthropic world. As your revenues soar, we jealously watch from the sidelines and wonder: How can we duplicate your success? Prevailing wisdom is that your Ice Bucket Challenge represents a radical shift in the fundraising dynamic. You and all your drenched devotees have unleashed a new kind of philanthropic order. And commentators of every stripe are doing their best to dissect it. But hold onto your ice cube trays. Is there really anything really new here? Sure, the Ice Bucket Challenge has generated a ton of money in a short time and engaged participation from school kids to CEOs. But is what underlies its success really new, or just a new take on an old idea?
At its core the Ice Bucket Challenge is a pure form of peer-to-peer fundraising. Nothing new there. Countless organizations have used similar tactics. Think of the old jail-and-bail technique, where well-to-do community leaders would have to “fundraise” themselves out of jail by calling a host of friends. More recently, Movember has generated similar support by having guys raise money and awareness for prostate cancer by growing facial hair (and turning November into the ugliest month of the year). For decades, charity events have been championed by wellknown community leaders who tap their friends to buy tables, dress up, and come out in support. Peer-to-peer fundraising is nothing new, but what is new is who is being engaged. It’s no longer the older folks with big wallets who are fundraising targets. Now, nearly anyone with a pulse is a potential donor. And the key to attracting them is easier - and seemingly different - than it used to be. Sure there are people who criticize the challenge for its perceived lack of substance or connection to the cause. But the numbers speak for themselves. And, based on my armchair analysis, here are the main points that make the Ice Bucket Challenge worth remembering: • It’s quick and easy. There’s no big commitment required. Is it possible that the less you ask of participants, the more likely you are to engage more of them?
• It’s fun. Yes, it’s oddly enjoyable to watch someone get doused with ice water. And for those who want to up the ante, the challenge brings out the creative side of everyone from Patrick Stewart to Bill Gates. • Anyone can do it. It’s open to almost all incomes, ages, and walks of life and no special skill or equipment is required. Plus, the campaign originated with average folks, not the Association. The grassroots origin only adds to the appeal - and makes it devilishly hard to duplicate. As organizations seek to attract a new base of donors, they should remember these important lessons. Donors want to be engaged, but they don’t always want to do it in hotel banquet rooms eating chicken and bidding on spa packages. Just one more thing to keep in mind. The motivation behind the challenge was to help a person suffering from ALS. The person who got the ice bucket rolling wanted to do something creative to help bring attention to a relatively unknown cause. The good news is that it only takes one adventurous soul to come up with a new way to inspire and engage a whole continent. So thanks ALS for pouring cold water on some of our outdated fundraising methods. Thanks for inspiring us to consider something new, fun, easy, and inclusive. And thanks for reminding us that the best ideas might come from outside of our organizations. Thanks. A lot.
Biker passes through Stettler continued from page 19 It was a brief but somewhat stressful encounter. “The bear was never any threat, but I didn’t know that,” said Springfield. “I didn’t know if there was other bears around.” Springfield also spotted mountain goats at Radium Hot Springs, B.C. While he enjoyed the views, he observed that motels and restaurants are few and far between in the mountains. After leaving Nordegg partway through day six, he encountered a 50-mile stretch with no services, leading to Rocky Mountain House. He expected a long journey, but then met a tailwind that helped him make the trip in three hours.
“I was thinking what would be real nice would be a tailwind, and I got a tailwind,” he said. “If it had been against me I would have been demoralized.” On Friday, Springfield continued from Stettler to Drumheller, and by Sunday, he had reached Claresholm. His exact route was uncertain, but he expected to continue through the Crowsnest Pass region and eventually return to Montana via Route 93. Leslie may have appreciated the visit, but she was direct when asked whether she would ever join Springfield on a bicycle trip. “You can put that in just two letters,” she said with a smile, “which would be ‘no.’” Springfield is keeping a blog on his trip, which can be viewed at www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/Rock2014.
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