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3rd annual Tofield Western Days draws the crowds crowds into into town town KARI JANZEN PHOTO, MORE ON PAGE 14 & 15

Kari Janzen and Vanessa Poitras Staff Reporters Many were in town during the four-day third annual Western Days celebration in Tofield from Thursday, August 8 to Sunday, August 11. The food truck fest kicked off a weekend full of events at the Tofield sports grounds on Thursday, prior to the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) Canada Bull Bash. Five food trucks were on site, with a variety of food to choose from including Mexican, Asian and barbeque. The trucks were all locally sourced from Camrose, Fort Saskatchewan, Amisk, and Edmonton. Live music filled the sports grounds from musician Doug Robb. A foam pit, petting zoo, face painting station, and inflatables were available for families to enjoy. The Tattered Turquoise Boutique traveled from Midale, SK to attend the fair, with western and boho apparel available for purchase. Fifteen bull riders were present for the Bull Bash. Out of the 15, four rank in the top 10 athletes nationally; Nick Tetz (#1), Dakota Buttar (#3), Coy Robbins (#4), and Aaron Roy (#7). Tyler Craig (2023 Tofield champion) from Crossfield, AB was also competing again this year. The stands were full of fans from the beginning to the end of the competition. Fireworks, music, cheering, and excitement filled the arena. Fans were also able to participate in the 50/50 raffle through the evening, and

the winner went home with over $1,400. Nick Tetz took home the Tofield championship with an impressive 37 points, winning a prize of over $2,500. When Tetz showed up at the Tofield Bull Bash he was ranking #2 nationally, but after his win he has taken the #1 spot. Tetz was crowned the PBR Canada champion in 2022. He will be the fourth multitime PBR Canada title holder if he can hold his #1 ranking through to the PBR Canada finals in November held in Edmonton. On Friday several blocks of main street Tofield were sectioned off for Promenade. The street fair featured food, entertainment, market vendors and displays, a petting zoo, inflatables, a mechanical bull, minigolf and much more. Bullying Enns, a nonprofit organization that supports children who have been bullied, was set up during Promenade. The group was created in 2017 by Steve Enns when he offered a young boy a ride to school on his motorcycle and changed his life forever. The group’s goal is to support children that are being bullied and offer a ride to or from school to show support and that they are a valued part of society. Bullying Enns member G.P. was riding for Guardians of the Children when he met Steve Enns and decided to start riding for Bullying Enns. G.P. specifically has been

Lukas Skuban of Westlock, AB rides a bull in the junior bull riding event on Saturday. Skuban fell off before the eight seconds were up, receiving no score. He also got stepped on by the bull, but walked out of the arena a short time later. helping make a difference in children’s lives in our community since 2019. “Making a difference for one kid at a time, one ride at a time. You affect one and it’s contagious; we are making a difference in the schools,”said G.P. During Covid the group, comprised of volunteers, organized 224 birthday drive-bys for children to feel supported and connected to their community during the difficult time.

They have travelled to BC, Grande Prairie, Red Deer, and Camrose. In many of these places there are Bullying Enns groups locally. They are working on becoming more involved in Tofield. On Saturday before the first performance of the 41st annual Sodbuster rodeo, a hearty pancake breakfast fed over 200 people. “Preparation is generally for roughly 250 people,” said Town of Tofield Assistant Chief Adminis-

trative Officer Jeff Edwards. “This year there were a total of 218 plates sold. However, this does not take into consideration those that may have had a second plate,” he said. The funds raised from the breakfast go to the Tofield Agricultural Society, and this year the money was put towards Phase Two of the Arena project. “There are many hands that come together to have this take place.

There are Town of Tofield employees, Town Council, the general public, and Ag Society members. The breakfast is a highlight for the community amongst all of the other exciting integral pieces to the weekend. Truly, a person would be challenged to find a full breakfast such as this for such an affordable cost,” Edwards said. About 20 tables were set up in the Tofield Arena meeting room on Story continues on page 14

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Summer program takes kids on numerous outings Kari Janzen Staff Reporter

More than halfway through the summer, the Town of Tofield summer kids program has been filled with outings and field trips. Most recently the kids went to the Edmonton Valley Zoo on Thursday, August 8. “We enjoyed a walking presentation where we got touch a real snake skin and interact with a live ball python named Syd,” said program coordinator Jenn Guiton. “We had lots of time to cruise the zoo! The kids most enjoyed viewing the live animals, in particular Lucy the elephant, the white wolf, and the monkeys, though the reptiles were very popular, too,” she said. In honour of Western Days, the kids dressed up as cowboys and cowgirls on Friday, August 9, and

participated in their own version of rodeo events. “We did this to coordinate with Western Days as there will be lots of cowfolk and stock around for the weekend,” Guiton said. “We had rodeo and cowboy themed activities like Hobby horse barrel racing, hula hoop staffcalf roping, cutting and penning, where some kids were cowboys, others the

cattle. Those who wanted to dressed up as well,” she said. Guiton said they’ve been having a great turnout of kids, averaging about 25 per day. “Our walls are filled with arts and crafts and many new friends have been made,” she said. The program has taken the kids on several field trips, including the Sherwood Park Archery Club,

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The Town of Tofield summer kids program has been filled with outings and field trips. Most recently the kids went to the Edmonton Valley Zoo on Thursday, August 8.

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Holden Legion hosts another successful pig roast Kari Janzen Staff Reporter

The Holden Legion held their annual pig roast on Saturday, August 10, celebrating the 35th anniversary of the pork supper. About 135 people attended, including Camrose MLA Jackie Lovely. The roast can

feed 300 people, but Legion President Ernie Rudy said they prepare a meal for 150 every year. The 50/50 draw reached $275, and the funds raised from the event go towards local groups and the operating costs of the Legion. The Legion currently has over 35 members. The Holden Legion held their annual pig roast on Saturday, August 10, celebrating the 35th anniversary of the pork supper. About 135 attended.

The Legend has Retired! Please join us as we celebrate Cory Parents’ amazing 49 year career as a pharmacist, on Saturday, August 17th from 4 ~ 7 pm at the Tofield Golden Club. Coffee and snacks will be provided. This is a casual event; your presence is your gift. KARI JANZEN PHOTOS The Holden Legion held their annual pig roast on Saturday, August 10, celebrating the 35th anniversary of the pork supper. Legion President Ernie Rudy carves the pig.

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Ryley Preschool gearing up for registration day Jana Semeniuk Staff Reporter

The Ryley Preschool, located inside the Ryley School, is preparing to welcome a new class of two and a half to fouryear-olds for the upcoming year. Pre-School Coordinator Larissa Holowachuk said that parents will have an opportunity for registration and orientation on Sept. 5 with the first official day Sept. 10. Parents can also pre-enroll their chil-

dren before Sept. 5 by reaching out to Holowachuk. “(We are a) play based (program) and focus on their emotional, social and physical development more than the educational. We don’t push them,” said Holowachuk. “(Learning) is part of the fun stuff, but it’s not the goal.” Holowachuk said having the preschool inside the existing school has been very useful in helping the children get used to

a school routine and environment. “They've been able to interact with the other kids, (the) older kids, and interaction with the staff. (They also participate in) school wide activities that we join them in,” said Holowachuk. “It's helped them going into kindergarten too, because they know the teachers, they know the routine, they know the layout of the school.” Holowachuk said

Ryley Preschool Coordinator Larissa Holowachuk poses for a photo with the Preschool class in 2024. The preschool will be holding an orientation and registration day on Sept. 5.

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Happy Wanderers continues to attend events monthly Kari Janzen Staff Reporter

Happy Wanderers, a Beaver County senior women’s group that began in 2019, continues to provide opportunities for women to socialize and do fun things. “Attendance has increased, and we are once again booking events once a month,” said Loretta Kroeker, Chair. “When everything closed for Covid, we stopped for two years.” Kroeker said Happy Wanderers came to life when someone approach her with an idea. “In the later part of 2018, a community member approached me with a statement, ‘Loretta, you know everybody in the community, you should start some kind of outing for the senior women in this area.’ And so that was the seed for Happy Wanderers. On January 9, 2019, I met with the thenFCSS director Ruth Gill and AHS Health Promotion Facilitator Katherine Gagnon, to assess the need for such an initia-

tive. We discussed logistics of funding, transportation, target audience, event planning, and last but not least, a name,” she said. Kroeker said they put out a survey, looking to reach as many women as possible, and they received a positive response. “We distributed a survey to as many women as we could to see what their interests were. We were amazed and thrilled at the response. On January 30, 2019, we began organizing. We brought together a committee of myself as chair, Carol Rurka as secretary, and members at large, Lucy Anderson (Tofield) and Nola Herrick and Marilyn Strilchuk (Ryley). Marion Regehr was later recruited to be the treasurer. Tofield Beaver County West Family and Community Supports Services (FCSS) provided ‘in kind’ assistance with printing, making tickets, posters, phoning, and much more through the assistance of Jamie Sutton,” she said.

Rurka was the one who suggested the name Happy Wanderers, and Kroeker said the name has proved very suitable. “Our first event was a low-key breakfast brunch at the Casino, since we had not addressed the funding issue yet. Our committee put down some guidelines, such as, if mobility was an issue, we would accept them for travel if they brought a caregiver to help with a walker or wheelchair. I rapidly investigated where grant funding could be made available for assistance with transportation needs. We applied to the County of Beaver, Claystone, Busy B Bargains, and Clean Harbors. All were very receptive in assisting with isolation issues, income issues, and gave generously to our initiative.” Kroeker said. When the pandemic shut things down in 2020, Happy Wanderers did not plan any events for two years. “Suddenly, women remembered and started asking when we were

2024/2025 TOFIELD SCHOOL REGISTRATION INFORMATION:

Timetables can be accessed on Power School. If you have not received your timetable or cannot access it, please let us know. Elementary and Junior High Students will receive an email from their homeroom teachers by the end of August to avoid any confusion on the first day of school (September 3rd). There may be slight adjustments to supply lists to help support safety requirements.

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UNRESERVED FARM AUCTION HENRY AND DANIEL PRETZLAFF STRATHCONA COUNTY, ALBERTA SATURDAY, AUG. 17, 2024 AT 11:00 A.M. LOCATION: 51263 - RG RD 225 Strathcona County DIRECTIONS: Being from the Junction of Highways 21 & 14, go 1 mile east on Highway 14 to Rg. Rd. 225, then 2 1/2 miles south; OR 1 mile north of Esso on Highway 21 to TWP Rd. 512, then 1 mile east, then 1 mile north.

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Visit our website for full listings and pictures: www.millersauctionservice.com Auctioneer Note: The Pretzlaffs have rented out their land therefore this Sale. All Haying Equipment was shedded and well looked after. Please be on time as there is no miscellaneous. For more informtion call Henry Pretzlaff at 780-467-9383 or Cell. 780-690-4701 or Millers Auction Service at 780-789-2226 or 780-920-6738. www.millersauctionservice.com License No. 200809 Box 71, Sunnybrook, AB ALVIN MILLER (780) 789-2226 or Cell (780) 920-6738 TREVOR MILLER (780) 722-2705 BARRY KASHA (780) 374-2472 Camrose, Daysland, Killam, Tofield, Holden, Kingman, Rosalind, Viking Clerk: Tera Lange

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JOHN’S RANT Knocking down old museum shouldn’t be controversial In April 2011, it was announced that a new building for the Royal Alberta Museum (RAM) would be built in downtown Edmonton, north of the city hall and east of the CN Tower. The new 390,000 square foot facility, contained more than twice the space of the old museum located in the Old Glenora neighbourhood of Edmonton. It would cost an estimated $340 million for the new museum and it opened in 2018. The original site was established as the provincial museum of Alberta in 1967 but after receiving royal patronage from Queen Elizabeth II it was renamed the Royal Alberta Museum in 2005. So the question became what to do with the old museum building which has been sitting closed to the public since 2015. Recently the provincial government, citing the building's deterioration, said it would cost in the neighbourhood of $150 million to renovate it including $75 million in deferred maintenance costs. Annually it costs about $700,000 to maintain the empty building, which has asbestos in its walls. Now a recent Edmonton Journal article was headlined “Belongs to every single Albertan’: Prominent Edmontonians speak out against RAM demolition.” Well isn’t that nice. The article quoted former Journal staffer, now Senator Paula Simons, and Marlene Wynn, a former archivist at the Museum among those prominent Edmontonians. Well actually, they appear to be the only prominent Edmontonians since they are the only two mentioned in the article. Hardly a case for preserving a building that is only 60 years old and can’t

physically be repurposed without disturbing the asbestos within its walls. The cost for demolition is estimated to be between $33 and $48 million including the asbestos remediation. This seems to be a no-brainer. Yet are these people who want to save this derelict building are the same people who would demand renaming anything named after Frank Oliver in Edmonton, one of the city’s founders and builders; Edger Ryerson in Toronto; or John A. MacDonald, Canada’s first prime minister. That history doesn’t fit with the woke agenda, but a derelict 60 years old building which has a nice Manitoba Tyndal stone cladding, but otherwise has been totally replaced by a better venue in the city’s core, should be saved. Most people who have insisted the old museum be saved probably have memories as children on a school excursion. As such the exhibits and displays were memorable and a beautiful learning experience. But now that learning experience has moved downtown. Yet people want to save the old building because of their former childhood memories, I expect, rather than its “brutalist” bland design. The province intends to create open park space on the site to complement the existing government house and Carriage House structure which are also on the site. This should be a beautiful addition to the neighbourhood, although I have heard some concerns raised about the site becoming infested with homeless people. So far though it seems only the “progressives” of the community seem to be

raising any fuss about the slated demolition of the building. “This building is so full of history. It is a fantastic example of modernist architecture and one of the most beautiful public facilities we have,” said Simons of the old museum. Asbestos is apparently quite safe until it is disturbed and the fibre gets into the air which then poses health hazards. So it’s hard to imagine redesigning the interior of this structure without disturbing the asbestos. Better to tear it down and make it a public space for all to enjoy. Or … let those who truly want to save the building ask the government to turn all renovations costs, maintenance costs and future renting of the building over to a non-profit society, which can set up a Go Fund Me page to raise the costs of

remediation of the facility supplemented by money from their own pockets. Why ask the government to do something which even the previous NDP government was loath to do. That’s right back in 2016, under the former NDP government, it issued a request for proposals for a contractor to tear down the structure making way for a green space, but then launched an online campaign for public proposals in December 2017. Now, Edmonton Glenora NDP MLA Sarah Hoffman posted on Twitter or X that she was “sad to hear” the building was going to be demolished. Did she say that when she was a government minister in the Notley government? JOHN MATHER

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MCSNet offers $1,000 scholarships for post secondary students John Mather Staff Reporter

Grade 12 students entering a post secondary in Computer Science or a related field are encouraged to apply for a $1,000 scholarship being offered by internet service provider MCSNet. Rhonda Lafrance, marketing officer for MCSNet, said the deadline for this year’s scholarship program is Aug. 31. The scholarships are available to students in the MCSNet service area which extends from Wandering River in northern Alberta, to and from the edges of Edmonton on its east side to the Alberta border and south to the Provost area. Tofield, Lamont, Bruderheim, Ryley, and Holden are all included in its area along with Wainwright and Killam. An application form and full information about the program is available on the MCSNet website MCSNet.ca. “They have to live in

our service area, but don’t have to be attending a post secondary institution in the area,” added Lafrance. The applicants have to be Grade 12 graduates who are attending post secondary institutions. There are four scholarships available. Lafrance said the program has been offered for the past three years and the number of people applying keeps growing. “Applicants have to write an essay and there is a weighted part consisting of academic marks and community involvement also,” she said.

A letter from the principal or guidance councillor must be submitted along with confirmation of acceptance at a post secondary institution. The scholarships are awarded during the first term. Lafrance said this is to ensure the recipients of the scholarship are actually enrolled in school and attending classes. She said there is no formal ceremony for awarding the scholarships because the winners could be at different institutions across the province or country. “We generally just send the cheque to them,” she said.

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Acreage Auction Shelley Wigmore, Sturgeon County Saturday, August 24th, 2024 at 10:00 AM DIRECTIONS: 56501 R. Rd. 273 being 4 Miles North of Sec. 642 on Highway 44 to Twp. Rd. 564, 4 Miles West to R. Rd. 273 & North 1 Mile or 20 Miles South of Westlock on Highway 44 to Twp. Rd. 564, 4 Miles West to R. Rd. 273 & 1 Mile North. Viewing: Sale Morning Only from 9 A.M. - Loading Available once sale is complete.

Major Items; Jeep, Quad, Trailers & Yard: * 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4X4, V-8, Runs, Needs Work, Rough Body, Parts Only SN 1J4FGZ784Y7VCG05463 * 2008 Supermach 500cc 4x4 Quad, Should Run S/N to be confirmed at Auction * 16’ T. Axle Trailer, Has Vin * 17’ Homemade S. Axle Propane Tank Trailer with Pintel Hitch, No Vin. * 12’ H. Made Util Trailer, No Vin * 6’ H. Made Util Trailer, No Vin. * J.D. X 324 R. Mower with 48” Cut, Works * Haban Model Pull Mower w/8 H.P. B & S. 45” Cut. * 7.5’ Blade w/ Ram * Nice White Canopy * 8’ Long West Truck Canopy * Sprayer Tank with Hitch & Wisconsin Engine, Removed Booms. Specialty Items: * 1 Owner 3 yr. Old Bruno Make OEM-2401B Stair Lift (Purchase price was $3200. New Condition. Buyers must remove as its assembled to show its working) * Patriot Wheelchair. Yard, (Brief & Partial Listing): * Campbell Hausefeld 60 Gal. A. Compressor, Like New * 2 Husky 2 Piece Tool Chests, Nice * 1 M. Craft 2 Pce. Tool Chest, Nice * 12’ Roll New Landscape Fabric * Storm 5.5 H.P. Water Pump & Hoses * Snapper Rototiller * Older Snow Blower * Kubota Grass Catcher * Robin Leaf Blower * Lots of Garden Tools * Heavy Wheel Barrel * Professional 2000 P.S.I. Pressure Washer * 2 Lots of 8’ Long Steel Studs* 1 Horse Sleigh * Lots of Air Tools * Approx. 2 Yards of Crushed Gravel *20’ Wheel Chair Ramp * Dog House * 4 Crusher Screens * 100 & 250 Gal. Water Tanks * Yard and Garbage Incinerator * H. Duty Car & Truck Ramps * Various Ladders * Various Tires & Rims; Quad, Skidsteer, Car, Truck, (2) 18.4 X34 Tractor Tires * Solo 635 ECO 16” Chain Saw * Husqvarna 340 Chain Saw * Pro Mac Chain Saw * Golf Clubs * Clarke Turbo 100 En. Mig Welder * Generac 4000XL Gen Set. * 5500 Watt. Gen Set * Bolt Bins & Contents * Ramsey Winch * M. Craft 26” Radial Drill Press * Bench Grinder * Tarps * 12” Dewalt Compound Saw * Propane Tanks Include 20 Ib. & Up, (3) 450 Litre, 2 -100 Ib. Bottles, Etc. * 5’ & 16’ X16” Culverts * Pipe Stand * Lawn Roller * Various Gas Drums & Plastic Yard Water Barrels * Scrap Iron * Ant. Port. Cart Dolly for Luggage, Etc. * Chain Boomers * Logan Chains * Oils * Gerry Cans * Lots of Tiger Torches, Slings, Rope, Hoses, Cables, Cords, Etc. * Dewalt Screw Gun * 14.4 Dewalt Drill Set * Propane Heaters * Tool Boxes * Cabinets for Parts * Vises * Etc. Households: * 60” Q. Bed w Mattresses, H & F Boards, No Bedding * Matching Triple Dresser & Mirror, Chest of Drawers & End Tables * H. Made Desk * 3 Ant. Coke Stands * 52” L.G. TV. & Stand * Other T.V.s * V. Nice Magnovox Stereo & Speakers * Danby Bar Fridge *Frigidaire Dehumidifier * Propane BBQ * New Air Conditioner in Box * V. Nice Roll Top Bankers Desk * Matching 3 Piece Oak End Tables * 2 Ant. Coal Oil Lamps * Other Beds * Table & Chairs * 2 Boxes of Beautiful Ukrainian Dishes & Ornaments * Very Good Selection of House Misc. Items - Pots, Pans, Dishes, Roasters, Etc. * Sealors * Folding Chairs * Plus Numerous Other Goods, Etc. Plan to attend this auction with quality yard goods along with tools, etc. Good households. Loading Available after the auction. Very Clean Sale. No Buyers premium. Shelley has sold her beautiful 25 acres and is relocating. Lots of goods to sell. Sales & Terms: Terms are cash or cheque w/Bank Reference only. No Credit or Debit Cards. No Buyers Premium, 5% G.S.T. charged where applicable. The above is only a listing or guide. Please check all info as to description or condition as all sales are final with no guarantees. Neither the Auction Firm or owners are responsible for accidents on or off the property. Once an item is sold it automatically becomes the sole responsibility of the purchaser as to safe keeping, damage, etc.

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Need for speed? Alberta RCMP says take it to the track Kari Janzen

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Alberta RCMP has suggested that drivers who feel the need to exceed the posted speed limit, especially motorcyclists, instead scratch the itch at the race track. “Modern motorcycles are extraordinarily powerful and capable of ex-

treme acceleration and high speeds. In a controlled environment, like a race track, there is little that is more exhilarating. On public roads and highways, there is little that is more dangerous,” the media release says. The risk factors listed in relation to driving on public roadways include the behaviour of other

drivers, road condition changes due to debris, oil, gravel, or moisture, braking and handling characteristics of the motorcycle relative to the road surface, wildlife, mechanical fitness of the motorcycle, weather, and road visibility. “Whether you are riding a cruiser, an adventure bike, or a sport

bike, it is important to understand that the same risk factors exist for any category of rider. These risks are controlled for an environment like the race track, and should something happen, safety personnel are only a few seconds away. Conversely, on public roads,

these risk factors remain high,” the release says. “The Alberta RCMP want to remind motorcyclists to stay defensive, attentive, and diligent with regards to safety, and that includes resisting the temptation to squeeze the throttle for too long. Alberta is home

to several top-notch motorsport facilities. Your Alberta RCMP recommends taking your need for speed to one of these fine places. You might even find one of us making passes or turning laps out there. “Please slow down, and take it to the track.”

Haying season has begun

Brian Mellor & Cameron Mak A local farmer was raking hay in the early evening on Friday, August 2, just outside the village of Holden, turning the hay over to continue drying and prepare it for baling.

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New Seniors Connector program seeks local volunteers Kari Janzen The newly introduced Seniors Connector Program in Beaver County is looking for volunteers in Holden to help with light housework and yardwork, among other tasks. “The Seniors Connector Program is a pilot project with the federal government created to help vulnerable, low-income seniors living within Beaver County age at home with dignity,” said Seniors Connector Lynnette Warawa. “We are working to connect these seniors with volunteers in their community or rural area to improve their quality of life and help them stay in their homes as long as possible,” she said. Warawa said grant funding was received in October 2023 and the program was officially launched in Beaver County in February. “The Tofield/Beaver County West FCSS office partnered with Viking/Beaver FCSS and we applied through the Town of Tofield for the Age-Well at Home

Grant which is funded in part by the Government of Canada,” she said. “We service all of Beaver County. In Holden I am presently looking for volunteers to do some light housekeeping, and dog walking for a couple of local seniors, however there are other things that may come up like lawn cutting or minor household repairs, or even delivering groceries,” said Warawa. In order to become a volunteer, those interested must undergo an intake interview, as well as provide current record checks. “To become a volunteer with the program, you will need to call me, or visit me at an FCSS office to do an intake interview. I also need a clean Criminal Record Check and a Vulnerable Sector Check, unless you are under 18. We love volunteers of all ages,” Warawa said. A big part of what the Seniors Connector Program does is prepare meals for vulnerable seniors within the County. “We do meal prep workshops monthly and prepare around 60

The newly introduced Seniors Connector Program in Beaver County is looking for volunteers in Holden. A big part of the program is preparing meals for seniors within the County.

meals and desserts each time,” Warawa said. While they are currently looking for volunteers in Holden, Warawa said they are always looking for volunteers. “It is a great program to fill your heart and feel very rewarded. Our seniors are so grateful for help with small tasks they may be struggling with around the home. Something simple like taking the garbage out

or vacuuming can make their day a whole lot easier, and reduces the risk of hurting themselves. It is so amazing to watch relationships being built among the seniors in our program and our volunteers who thought they were just doing good deeds, but are coming out with a whole lot more,” Warawa said, adding that mileage is covered for trips where volunteers need to travel out of their area.

Local rodeo participants during Tofield’s Western Days events

Team roping duo Hessten Zack of Kitscoty, AB and Cash Littau of Viking, AB participated in the Tofield Western Days Sodbuster Rodeo on Saturday, August 10, successfully catching their steer in nine seconds flat. KARI JANZEN PHOTOS

Wade Jober of Viking, AB was one of the eight steer wrestlers at the Saturday performance of the 41st annual Sodbuster Rodeo in Tofield August 10, and successfully wrangled his steer in 5.4 seconds, close behind the winner Dayton Roworth of Czar, AB who did it in 4.1 seconds.

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Beaver County Chronicle, August 14, 2024 - 3

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ȇɵ ȵƺȸɀȒȇ ɯǣɀǝǣȇǕ ɎȒ ƏȵȵƺƏǼ Əȇ ƏȵȵǼǣƬƏɎǣȒȇ ȅƏɵ ƳȒ ɀȒ ƫɵ ɀƺȸɮǣȇǕ ɯȸǣɎɎƺȇ ȇȒɎǣƬƺ Ȓȇ Ɏǝƺ ȵȸƺɀƬȸǣƫƺƳ ǔȒȸȅ ٢ɀɎƏɎǣȇǕ ȸƺƏɀȒȇɀ ǔȒȸ Ɏǝƺ ƏȵȵƺƏǼ٣ ɎȒ Ɏǝƺ ȸƺǼƺɮƏȇɎ ƏȵȵƺƏǼ ƫȒƳɵِ IȒȸ ǣȇǔȒȸȅƏɎǣȒȇ Ȓȇ ǝȒɯ ɎȒ ƏȵȵƺƏǼ ƬƏȇ ƫƺ ǔȒɖȇƳ Ȓɖȸ Ȓɖȸ ɯƺƫɀǣɎƺ ɖȇƳƺȸ ³ƺȸɮǣƬƺɀ ‫¨ ڽ‬ǼƏȇȇǣȇǕ ۭ (ƺɮƺǼȒȵȅƺȇɎ ‫ ڽ‬ȵȵƺƏǼǣȇǕ ¨ǼƏȇȇǣȇǕ (ƺƬǣɀǣȒȇɀ IɖȸɎǝƺȸ ǣȇǔȒȸȅƏɎǣȒȇ ȸƺǕƏȸƳǣȇǕ Ɏǝƺ ƏƫȒɮƺ ƳƺƬǣɀǣȒȇɀ ȅƏɵ ƫƺ ȒƫɎƏǣȇƺƳ ǔȸȒȅ Ɏǝƺ !ȒɖȇɎɵ ǔǔǣƬƺً «ɵǼƺɵً ǼƫƺȸɎƏِ

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Crops mature early due to intense July heat poorer crops cut for animal feed Moisture levels improve recently to help crop development Patricia Harcourt Mid-August signals the impending activity of harvesting crops in the heartland of Alberta and in Beaver County in particular. The provincial crop report for August 9 states that the area has had recent rains last week that “are expected to support yield expectations by helping seed to fill as the crop matures.” At this stage, half the major crops in the northeast region are rated as good at 50 per cent; and 42 per cent are rated as fair, for a total of 92 per cent doing well. At both ends of the spectrum, eight per cent are considered poor with no crops surveyed that rated excellent. Those crops expected to provide poor yields that will be used for animal feed. Similarly, this region is getting good subsurface moisture for 40 per cent and fair subsurface moisture for 42 per cent for a total of 84 per cent of crop land being either good or fair in the moisture department. Another 18 per cent of land has poor moisture levels with no excellent levels to report. In fact, the province in total received much needed rain in the past week due to widespread thunderstorms. “This provided relief for crops which have been stressed due to prolonged period of high temperatures,” said the report.”The rain is expected to help later seeded crops meet yield expectations and promote growth in parched hay and pasture fields.” High heat experienced throughout much of July in this part of the province has resulted in crops maturing quicker than normal development would expect. Due to the intense heat last month, crops are maturing ahead of historical averages, states Alberta Crop Report. As examples, spring wheat and barley are in the early stages of dough development, and oats is at the late stage of milk development. “Reduced pasture and hay growth through the July heat

wave is resulting in difficult decisions to be made with regions noting that some producers are choosing to silage their poorer crops to improve their supply of livestock feed.” And provincially, crop conditions have continued to decline by three per cent since the previous week. As of last week, 46 per cent of crops in Alberta are in good or excellent condition compared to the five-year average of 56 per cent. Growing conditions have dropped in the Northeast region as it has in most regions, except for the Peace region. “Specifically, the Northeast region saw the most significant deterioration, down by eight per cent, followed by the South region with a three per cent decline and the Central region which has declined by two per cent. This compares to northern regions in the Northwest and Peace, with only marginal declines. On the good news side, there have been cooler temperatures and more rainfall of late that the crop report states has improved the provincial surface soil moisture. This has resulted in surface soil moisture ratings are good to excellent in 40 per cent of areas in Alberta - a weekly increase of seven per cent. Regionally soil moisture rated good to excellent

in 35 per cent of the South, which is unchanged over last week. The Central region has experienced an eight per cent increase in moisture levels at 38 per cent. And the Northeast region is also up by seven per cent in soil moisture levels, at 41 per cent. There were “significant” moisture level increases in the Northwest and Peace regions. The crop report also reported that “regional sub-surface soil moisture is good to excellent” compared to last week. In the Northeast region, the levels are up six per cent to 40 per cent. Overall, the province’s sub-surface soil moisture is rated good to excellent in 30 per cent of cases, which is up three per cent in improvement from the previous

week. The prognosis for pasture conditions is a reported slow decrease in quality due to dry hot conditions since the beginning of July. The conditions have dropped two per cent over the previous week, and are set at 40 per cent for this reporting week. In the Northeast region, pasture conditions have dropped from 45 per cent rated good to excellent to 41 per cent. Provincial tame hay is rated 34 per cent as good to excellent which is down two per cent from last week’s 36 per cent. In the Northeast, the tame hay rating is good to excellent in 24 per cent, a drop from the previous week’s 29 per cent.

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Happy Wanderers Continued from Page 5

get going again; we had to look for new methods of transportation. “Enthusiasm was hard to renew, as the committee now knew all the work involved. But start we did,” Kroeker said.

More women have heard about Happy Wanderers, and are joining the trips. An average outing consists of 15-35 women. Kroeker says when she asked some of the women why they come to events, they said it’s because it’s fun. “Our information is spreading, and we have enjoyed participating women from Round Hill

Theatre, Ellerslie Garden Centre, Daysland Palace Theatre, Telus World of Science, and A Tribute to Elvis, to name a few,” Kroeker said. If anyone is interested in joining, Kroeker said to watch for posters. “If anybody ever talks about it, we rushed to get their email. We have a big list. We try to always give advance notice, and we also put posters up,” she

as well as Viking and Bruce. Some of our events that we have attended are, and we always stop for a restaurant lunch of choice, Chipman Dinner Theatre, Peter Lougheed Theatre in Camrose, Greenland Christmas Market, Bountiful Market in Edmonton, Smoky Lake, Mayfield Dinner Theatre Pumpkin Festival, Jubilations Dinner

Ryley collecting hygienic items in $ 799school year preparation for new Kari Janzen Staff reporter

Ryley Family and Support Community Services (FCSS) is taking a different approach to prepare kids for the upcoming school year, collecting hygiene products for kids aged six to 13. “We consulted the school, and they are providing all traditional supplies such as pens, felt markers, notebooks, and paper. Because of the Clean Harbors donation, they can go fee free, which includes providing all regular classroom supplies,” said FCSS Director Mickey Wilson. Among the items that

Ryley FCSS is collecting includes new deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, and feminine products, as well as new socks and underwear. “We are also accepting cash donations that will

source Centre in Ryley (former ATB) Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The deadline for donations is Friday, August 30. The first day of school for students attending Ryley School is Tuesday, September 3.

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said. Happy Wanderers is open to women who are 55 years or older, though Kroeker said most of the attendees are in the 65-70 age range. “We don't want to insult people by saying, ‘you're old,’ but 55 is sort of the senior start,” she said.

The Happy Wanderers committee currently consists of Kroeker as Chair, Lucy Anderson as secretary, Marion Regehr as treasurer, Donna Machahonic, and Pat Kowalchuk. Kroker also said they continue to receive ongoing support from Tofield Beaver County West FCSS.

STEFISZYN, Judy Judy Ann Stefiszyn of Tofield, Alberta, passed away on August 2, 2024 at the Tofield Hospital at the age of 62 years. She is survived by her husband of 44 years, Ed, her two daughters, Karly and Alyssa Stefiszyn, her father Victor Rudzcki, one brother Barry (Kelly) Rudzcki and two sisters; Sandra (Gerry) Ralph and Janette Rudzcki. She will be remembered fondly by many relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her mother Sylvia Rudzcki. Judy loved camping, fishing, baking and spending her summer days tending to her huge garden, especially her petunias. A variety of vegetables, plants and flowers filled it. She treasured the time spent with her husband and daughters at every available moment and captured these memories through scrapbooking. Judy was also a smart, compassionate and dedicated nurse for 38 years at the Tofield Health Centre. She had a patience, kindness, and caring to her that made everyone feel comfortable and she provided exceptional care to anyone that was fortunate enough to have her as their nurse. She was a very strong, hardworking team member on both Acute Care and Emergency, where she worked to her full scope of practice. Her work family has a variety of memories (the good, bad and the ugly) that also involved many pranks including where she ended up tied to a chair. She laughed about these pastimes often while reminiscing. Her wonderful personality and great sense of humour made the hard shifts easier. EVERYONE loved working with Judy! She was well respected and loved. She will be deeply missed by many. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Judy's life will be announced at a later date.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS ANNOUNCEMENTS Join us in a Celebration of Life for Jeannie Ferrier, to be held in the Sedgewick Community Hall, Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 2 p.m. Please make any memorial donations to the charity of your choice. Celebration of Life for Duane Stauffer, who passed away on September 8, 2023, will be held at the Tofield Golden Club at 2pm, on Monday, August 26th. A lunch will be served, anyone who knew him is welcome. Raspberries are Ready! **No Saskatoons** Beans, Beets, Carrots, and Potatoes ready! Taking orders for Pickling Cucumbers. Off Highway 13 Turn North on RR 122 go North 3 Miles Helen Tanton 780-888-6800 tfnp

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All photos Kari Janzen, Vanessa Poitras, and Kate Priestley

Tofield Western Days provides a weekend full of fun and activities Story continued from front

Cowboy Blake Zieffle of Consort, AB attempted to wrestle down his steer, but lost his grip in the end at the Saturday Sodbuster rodeo performance, August 10. The fastest time was 4.1 seconds by Dayton Roworth of Czar, AB.

Saturday, the Western Market a new addition to the Western Days weekend this year. Amy Dalen, secretary of the Katchemut Creek Family Horse Club, which practices in the Tofield outdoor arena weekly, was the market organizer. “This is the first time that the horse club has done the market, but the club has been around for over 40 years,” Dalen said. “Vanita (Eglauer) offered it to us as a spot. Tally (McLaren) is also on the board of our riding club, and she does the Western Makers Market. I do the Camrose Equine Expo, so it helped that both of us were on the board. We said sure! And this is easy peasy, only 20 tables compared to 100,” she said. Dalen said all of the vendors are from the area, except one that came from Calgary. “They live fairly local, I think the farthest one was actually Calgary but a lot of them we’ve seen before in the area,” she said. Wares available for purchase included clothing, purses, jewellery, home décor, cups, art, and more. Dalen said the club is likely to organize the market again next year, pending the success and interest from rodeo-goers. “It’s the first year and we pretty much sold out for tables. So I’m going to say we’ll probably end up doing it again next year as long as we get a good turnout. So far it has been good; we’ve probably had at least 25 people through the door and it’s only been half an hour,” said Dalen. The stands were filled for the Sodbuster rodeo performances on Saturday and Sunday, with people coming in droves to watch the excitement. This year’s rodeo grand entry was performed by the BuckShot Bandits Drill Team, who presented this year’s Western Days sponsors flags. The rodeo featured fan favourites including wild ponies and many laughs were had as kids attempted to ride sheep in the Mutton Bustin’ event. The Sunday rodeo performance was an excellent end to a full-filled weekend.

Presley Hipkins of Beaverlodge, AB rounds the barrels during the ladies barrel racing event on Saturday, and completed with a time of 15.813 seconds. The winning time was 15.007 seconds by Ashlyn Johnston of Ardrossan, AB.

Kelly Kristensen, Every Child Matters.

Doug Bishop and The Hurtin’ Horsemen played at the Tofield Hotel during promenade.

Left, Bullying Enns, a group that supports children who have been bullied, are set up on main street Tofield for the Promenade. Centre, five year old Clarisse Dorin sings Frozen’s ‘Let It Go" during Promenade. Right, kids enjoyed the pony carousel.

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During the Saturday and Sunday rodeo intermissions, many laughs were had as kids attempted to ride sheep in the Mutton Bustin' event. Above and below: The food truck fest at the sports grounds also featured live music, a foam pit, a petting zoo, face painting and inflatables for families and youngsters to enjoy.

The stands were filled with fans on the weekend for the 41st annual Sodbuster rodeo.

Koby Ziemmer of Mayerthorpe, AB tied down his calf in 11.2 seconds. Blake Zieffle of Consort, AB was the quickest, completing the task in 8.4 seconds.

Much-loved rodeo clown Ricky Ticky Wanchuk and his nephew Casey Wanchuk (not pictured) thrilled the crowd with their antics and amusing tales.

Bullrider Nick Tetz from Calgary is currently number one in the national standings and was the 2022 National PBR Canada champion. Here he hangs on tight during the Tofield Bull Bash on Thursday.

Town of Tofield employees, Town Councilliors, Tofield Ag Society members, and other volunteers prepared and served over 200 people during Saturday’s pancake breakfast.

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Tourism Minister travelling abroad to promote all things Alberta Cal Braid Local Journalism Initiative reporter As the Minister of Tourism and Sport and an Alberta MLA, Joseph Schow keeps busy and travels near and far to energize the industries that he oversees for the province. He’s been back in Alberta for six weeks after a promotional trip to East Asia, where he and a team of marketing officers

pumped up Alberta as a choice destination for international tourists. Representatives from Jasper, Banff, Kananaskis, Calgary, and Edmonton all joined him in the team effort. “I went as the minister to really convey the message that Alberta is open for business and a premiere destination for travellers from Asia,” he said. “We left on June 7 to go to Korea and Japan, and had a great trade

mission out there. We had a chance to visit a lot of travel agents and companies that have an interest in promoting Alberta.” Schow and his entourage went from Seoul to Hokkaido to Tokyo. The group met with media outlets and organizations that promote tourist destinations worldwide. “(We went) to display the best Alberta has to offer and show them why it’s such an attractive place

to visit,” he said. “We have some crowning jewels in Alberta and we love them.” He praised Alberta’s dedicated tourism development zones that feature camping and accommodation resorts. “I’m heading out to the United Kingdom on July 24 for an international show for hunting and fishing,” he said of his plans for the week. “We like to attract a lot of high-spending hunters and fishers to see the best

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