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THE BEST WAY TO TRAIN FOR A FIRE The FRESS Killam Station held a practice burn last Wednesday, Feb. 7, just outside of Killam off Highway 36 at the invitation of the Graff family. The building had just become a nuisance, said Killam Station Chief Joe Knievel, for snakes and other pests. Firefighters arrived on scene just after 7 p.m. after putting out caution signs for highway traffic, and lit fires inside the structure shortly afterwards. The building took about an hour to become fully engulfed, with the roof caving in some time before the building’s walls fell or were pushed in by training personnel. Firefighters sprayed parts of the surrounding trees and yard to ensure that no flying embers would catch. More photos inside. ERIC ANDERSON PHOTOS
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Wheat Kings head into round 1 of playoffs this week The Killam Wheat Kings ended the regular season with two losses on the road, maintaining their fifth place spot in the league by a single point heading into the playoffs. On Friday, Feb. 9, the team headed to Wainwright to take on the Bisons. The Bisons got on the scoreboard in the first second of the game, taking an early lead. The Wheat Kings’ Kobe Charchun tied things up mid-period, from Blake Sitler and Jordan Gagnon, then Killam went ahead 2-1 on a goal from Rhett Bergseth, assisted by Kale Hurlburt and Tyler Krys. A final goal from the Bisons late in the period tied it 2-2 heading into the second. The Wheat Kings were unable to create many scoring attempts in the second, with Wainwright going ahead on an early goal, then cementing that lead with a late period goal, making it 4-2 heading into the third. The third period saw Killam unable to score on 11 shots, and one final goal from the Bisons for a 5-2 final for Wainwright. On Saturday, the Wheat Kings travelled to Vermilion to take on the Tigers in a penalty filled physical game dominated by the Tigers. The Tigers scored three goals in the first period before the Wheat Kings scored their first goal, by Chase Rombough from Adam Child and Keegan McArthur to make it 31. Things were rough in the second period for the Wheat Kings, with just two shots on goal, and a total of 64 penalty minutes between the
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Critters coming to Daysland Leslie Cholowsky Editor
The CFCW Critters will be in Daysland next week, on Thursday, Feb. 22, at the Daysland Arena to take on some local hockey all-stars and raise money for the Friends of Daysland School Council’ school breakfast and hot lunch programs. The Critters have been touring the province for over 30 years, and the team has helped communities raise more than $1.2 million during that time. All the money raised at a Critters game stays in the sponsoring community. The team is made up of CFCW staff members, friends of the station, and their ever-popular star player, The Critter himself! The local all stars who will be playing the Critters next week will be Dallas Bendfeld, Cole Gibson, Mark Gjesdal, Jordan Heck, Ross Johnstone, Colin Matthiessen, Jenna McCarroll, Dane Miller, Dustin Nahajowich, Brannden Pastachak, Derick Seiferman, Colin Spiller, Michael Terway, Eric Zimmer, and Bryan Zwack, and playing with the Critters will be special guest critter Cayden Cunningham. Cayden was picked by the organizing committee as someone who shows good leadership and community spirit and is connected with the youth hockey teams in Daysland. Organizers have been busy getting sponsors for all the Daysland Local All Stars players, including the special guest Critter. The local group organizing the event is the Society of Friends of Daysland School Council. Society Chair Teena Kasha says, “The Friends of... is where all the fundraising magic happens! We are a group of parent volunteers that also sit on our School Council.” She says the Critters last appeared in Daysland around six years ago, when the society was looking to raise funds for a new school playground. “It was such a huge suc-
cess!” So much so, that the group decided to try it again, but this time to support their breakfast and hot lunch programs. Kasha says, “Our free breakfast program is offered every morning to our students. “Whether it be a bowl of cereal, a homemade muffin made by parent volunteers or hot pancakes, every student at our school has access to a healthy breakfast before they begin their day. “The program is funded by grants, donations and fundraising efforts. It is run by our amazing education assistants and equally amazing parent volunteers. Our breakfast program costs approximately $6,500 a year to run. “Our hot lunch program is offered once a week to all students at a cost. “We try to source our hot lunch items locally, with items offered from Big Willy's Bar in Heisler, Mad Platter Catering here in Daysland, and Subway in Killam to name a few. “This program has a main parent organizer who has worked hard to gather a great group of parent volunteers to pick up food items, bring them to our school, and distrib-
ute them to our students and staff. “Not every student orders hot lunch, our goal is to make the program more accessible for all students. The Critters fundraiser will help us reach that goal. “Our total goal for this particular fundraiser is $8,000.” With great community support in finding individual sponsors for every player on the Daysland All-Stars, now the group just needs good attendance at the game itself to help reach that goal. Kasha says the group has also been active in raising funding for other recent school projects. “In September we were able to install a new swing set on our playground. It was made possible by the proceeds from a New Year's Eve dance Friends Of... hosted in 2023, as well as generous community donations and a matching CFEP grant. “Funds have also provided a school garden, planted, maintained and harvested by our junior high agriculture class. “We also fulfill fund requests made by teachers. Some of these requests have included instruments for the music room, supplies for our Industrial
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OPINION
Celebrating Canada’s Agriculture Day
Tuesday, Feb. 13, was Canada’s official Agriculture Day, celebrating the hardworking people who bring us the food we love and the essential contributions of agriculture to our nation’s prosperity and well being. The day is designed to serve as a way for Canadians as a whole to create a closer connection between consumers, food, and the people who produce it. Canada is a major supplier for agricultural products, exporting many of these products to other countries. Canada is the fifth-largest exporter of agricultural and agri-food products in the world. That includes beef/cattle, soybeans, pork, wheat, canola, and pulse crops. Canada’s Agriculture Day was launched in 2017, meant to engage in food and agriculture conversations, and to celebrate the essential contributions of agriculture and agricultural workers to Canada’s, Alberta’s, and Flagstaff County’s prosperity. It’s also a day to acknowledge and celebrate the connection and role that agriculture has played and continues to play in our communities. For rural communities such as ours, the connection goes so much deeper than food. Our farm families are those who populated our district, who brought their families here over a century ago, who risked everything on “a $10 bet,” and who thrived. Not only did they build strong, successful farms, but they also built the very communities we call home today, attracting other businesses and enterprises through their very presence. In Flagstaff County, we have a lot to be thankful for, not the least of which is our strong heritage built with deep agriculture roots. That’s evidenced by the sheer number of Century Farm and Ranch Awards presented to deserving family farm enterprises throughout the county. LESLIE CHOLOWSKY
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Dear Editor: I didn't think The Honourable Danielle Smith was ever going to text me again after I lost it on her for refusing to learn the lessons of our incredibly extralegal response to COVID as she moved to coerce treatment onto homeless people, as though it was addictions and not tax policy that's causing us to have a homelessness crisis... But she did this Wednesday, January 31st at 4:07 PM: "Thanks for your input on the need for trans educated docs to provide hormone and surgery care. I announced today we are moving on that advice. Premier DS" This was untrue. I was on the Honourable Danielle Smith's radio show three times and at no point did I say that we should have better education among doctors with respect to trans issues. I said that doctors had no right to discriminate on the basis of sex and orientation, that Albertan case law said that included trans status, and that their college of physicians and surgeons should apply their own rules to their own doctors... also that Hormone Replacement was a very-safe form of medicine, certainly as safe if not safer than Mifegymiso, a pill which is dispensed by pharmacists with little screening, and at public expense, to terminate pregnancy. I also appeared on her show to discuss how Lupron, as opposed to Hormone Replacement, which her announcement refuses to differentiate from Lupron, was a dangerous orphan drug given to trans adolescents because to some doctors and parents, not-looking-trans is more-important than the health of their child. At one point, a mother defending the use of this Hypothalamic Suppressor (which is a more-accurate name for Lupron than 'puberty blocker') on her daughter texted in to say that her child was fine, but merely that she couldn't walk for a period of time after she got her Lupron injection. Lupron is linked to mandibular necrosis, to liver issues, cancers, lupus, and more. It is, to my mind, to the treatment of sex dysphoria, as Remdesivir is to the treatment of COVID-19: A terrible solution that doesn't show greater efficacy than safer and cheaper drugs. But Lupron is given because then hormones won't mark someone for life in a way where they may have difficulty blending (i.e. appearing to be cis)... And ensuring trans people, trans women especially, still have difficulty blending, is the political prize for many of the people who cheered on the Premier's announcement today. The Honourable Danielle Smith, like most politicians I've met, operates from a presumption that you are stupid. The reason I know this is that I'm a policy expert, I have a one-in-eighteen-hundred IQ, and she thought I wasn't going to notice that she released a much larger policy announcement than the one she texted me about. She also thought I wasn't going to notice that the whole time, I was telling her that the problem is inability to buy HRT on an equal basis. Imagine if doctors thought it was normal that trans men wanted abortions, because they associate childbirth with femaleness, but that in the case of women it was exceptional, and they required them to go through different doctors to get the same medicine, with the same contraindications, and the same potential side-effects. That is the situation in Alberta today. That situation violates the Canada Health Act. That situation violates the Alberta Human Rights Act, and that situation violates the rules of the Alberta College of Physicians and Surgeons. People like me aren't surprised that government and doctors
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Sabres remain atop ECSHL standings Leslie Cholowsky Editor
As the regular season draws to a close in the East Central Senior Hockey League, the Sedgewick Sabres and Irma Aces are battling it out for top spot, with 25 points each and
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the Sabres holding a game in hand. The Sabres had a couple of games on the weekend, starting with a road trip to Provost, where they beat the Combines 6-1 on Friday, Feb. 9. Also on Friday, the Hughenden Jets travelled to Stettler, coming away with a 6-5 loss against the Imperials in a tight game. On Saturday, Feb. 10, Sedgewick hosted the Oyen Eagles, dominating Oyen to come out with a 71 win. The Forestburg Flyers travelled to Hughenden on Saturday, where they battled to a 7-4 win for the
Flyers. Next week the Hughenden Jets will travel to Oyen on Friday to take on the Eagles. The Forestburg Flyers will host the Sedgewick Sabres on Saturday, Feb. 17, at the Forestburg arena. Irma has the weekend off. With Sedgewick and Irma tied for first, weekend play left the Stettler Imperials in third spot with 22 points, and the Provost Combines slipped to fourth with 21 points. The Oyen Eagles presently sit in fifth place, with the Hughenden Jets in sixth, Delburn Outlaws in sev-
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Flagstaff County and Camrose County have teamed up to present a Rural Farm Security Workshop in Daysland at the Community Hall, on Thursday, Feb. 29. Admission is free for residents of either county, but attendees must register to attend. Flagstaff County Ag. Fieldman Nick Dunn says the maximum attendance is 60, and there are already 40 people registered. He says he approached Camrose County with a partnership on the evening in the hopes of filling all available seats. The free evening will include a catered meal, and will feature presentations from a Camrose County Peace Officer, as well as from Cst. Jeremy Houle from the Killam RCMP Detachment. Dunn says some of the topics they hope to cover during the evening are farm security, risk assessment, security measures, fire safety, emergency response, community involvement, legal and regulatory considerations, and insurance and risk management. “This event is aimed to educate rural residents in Flagstaff and Camrose county on how to prevent their property from being targeted and what to do when you have been targeted,” Dunn says. Voltage Electric will have a booth to show the latest security equipment and Flagstaff Rural Crime Watch will have material handouts there as well, Dunn says.
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Minor Hockey Report: Callie O’Hare hat-trick leads the way Kerry Anderson These are some of the results from Minor Hockey League games held recently. (Please note that scores and scoring is taken from the websites, and some game scores and scoring is dependent on proper league entries.) Battle River Female U11 Knights (4-9-3) beat Irma 6-1 on Friday at the Wild Rose Co-op Recreation Centre led by Callie O’Hare’s hat trick (3g 1a). Hadley Freadrich (2g) and Taylor Child (1g 1a) also got on the scoresheet. Brielle Leslie got the win in goal. Battle River U13 Female Knights (2-171) dropped two games over the weekend at Fort McMurray. On Saturday, BR lost 9-1 and then on Sunday dropped a 13-2 game. Jayden Bird scored from Natalie Welch with only 2:22 remaining in game one to break up the shutout bid. On Sunday, Ella Schafer and Lily Millington scored for BR, and Quinn Fossen added an assist. Battle River U15 Female Knights (12-16) skated to a 2-2 tie with Irma at Killam Arena on Sunday. Down 2-1 late, Emma Galletly scored with only 2:59 remaining to tie the game. It was Emma’s second goal of the contest. Assists went to; Grace
Dolany, Berkley Muirhead and Keeley Sorken. Maddison Eckstrand stopped 24 shots between the pipes. Battle River U18 Female Knights (9-34) lost a 2-0 game against Lakeland on Saturday at Sedgewick; and then skated to a 0-0 tie against Marwayne-Dewberry on Sunday at Sedgewick. Abbygail Krys got the shutout. Hughenden U13 Jets (19-3-1) won two road games over the weekend. On Saturday, Jets won a 5-3 game at Elk Point led by Quinn Holte’s two goals. Other scorers were; Brynn Chisan (1g 1a), Myer Bomersback (1g), and Jaxon Sayer (1g). Jacob Redekop picked up an assist. Easton Kulyk got the win in goal. On Sunday at Provost, Jets won a 4-2 game and had four different scorers; Quinn Holte (1g 1a), Reid Walters, Brynn Chisan, and Alexander Ference. Easton got the win in goal. Battle River U11 (1-13-1) dropped two games over the weekend. On Saturday they lost 11-2 to Blackfalds at Sedgewick. Kale Dickson and Carter Anderson scored for BR. On Sunday at Killam Arena, BR lost a 7-1 game with Kale Dickson getting the lone goal from Garrett Ruzicka. Thunderstars (11-4-1) skated to a 7-7 tie at Blindman Valley on Saturday. Landon
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Miller got a hat trick and a 4-point game. Jase Bendfeld, Ty Wiltse, Clyde Cassidy and Callen Thomas each had a goal and an assist. On Sunday at Camrose, Thunderstars won an 8-4 game led by Ty Wiltse’s hat trick and 5-point game. Other scorers were; Landon Miller (2g 1a), Clyde Cassidy (2g), Callen Thomas (1g), Jase Bendfeld (1a), Deegan Crawford (1a), and Cohen McKay (1a). Thunderstars U13 (5-9-2) split two games over the weekend. On Saturday, at Millet, TS dropped a 9-4 game. Lucas Stribbell scored a hat trick. Other scorers were; Grady Crawford (2a), Connor Porter (1g), Ryley Zimmer (1a), and Evan Grymaloski (1a). On Sunday at Daysland Arena, TS beat Bashaw 6-3. Cooper Hrdlicka (2g 1a) and Ryley Zimmer scored twice each. Other scorers were; Grady Crawford (1g 1a), Lane Bjorge (1g), and Layne Zimmer (1a). Connor Porter got the win in goal. Battle River U13 (2-14-0) dropped two games over the weekend. On Saturday at Delburne, BR lost 7-2. Hudson Sparrow and Kasey Miller scored for BR. On Sunday, Sylvan Lake beat BR 7-3. Hudson
Sparrow scored twice and Kasey Miller added the other. Assists went to; Jordan Cherowka and Gavin Leslie. Battle River U15 (9-8-1) dropped a 7-0 game at Delburne on Friday, but won 5-2 on Saturday against 3Cs at Killam Arena. Scoring for BR were; Jacob Steil (2g 1a), Wyatt Berkey (1g 1a), Coy Hays (2a), Kowen Oberg (1g), Easton Freadrich (1g), Levi Robbins (1a), Ty Cherowka (1a), and Porter Martin (1a). Nicholas Kostelnik got the win in goal. Battle River U18 (6-9-1) skated to a 4-4 tie against Red Deer on Saturday. Scoring for BR were; Wyatt Vancleave (1g 1a), Ethan Clark (2a), Brody Wallner (1g), Lucas Docksteader (1g), Tanner Quinton (1g), Easton Mann (1a), Porter Lang (1a), and Hunter Sullivan (1a). Lincoln Muirhead stopped 21 shots. Battle River U18T3Y (10-4-1) won a 7-5 game at Red Deer on Friday led by Tyler Piche’s hat trick. Other scorers were; Keaton Johnson (2g 1a), Jack Foster (1g 1a), Rowen Patten (1g 1a), Xavier Arndt (1a), Teague Wallace (1a), and Cody Kuilboer (1a). Tavish Warren got the win in goal.
Highway 14 Regional Water Services Commission Box 540, 5019-50 Ave. Ryley, Alberta, Canada T0B 4A0 (780) 663-2019 or 1-866-333-3791 Fax: (780) 663-2050
POSITION: INTERIM CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER HIGHWAY 14 REGIONAL WATER SERVICES COMMISSION JOB LOCATION: Village of Ryley SUMMARY: The Highway 14 Regional Water Commission is seeking an individual for the role of Chief Administrative Officer. The Commission operates approximately 300 KM of transmission and distribution water pipelines which provides treated water service to 3 counties, 2 towns, 2 villages and 4 hamlets, as well as operating 6 bulk water truck fills. The Commission owns and operates components of two of the municipal distribution systems. The Chief Administrative Officer provides overall management of the operations of the Commission, carrying out duties under the direction of the Board of Directors.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Knowledge of water treatment and distribution systems; • Experience in working with Boards; and • Other related duties required as a CAO.
Hours of Work:
Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; On call weekends every three weeks; and some overtime will be required
Requirements:
• Preference given to having an Alberta Environment Level 1 Water Distribution and Level 1 Waste Water Collection and Treatment Certification, OR a willingness to obtain certification. • Equipment operations experience is a bonus.
Application Deadline:
• Equipment Operator (No water/wastewater certification) $53,719.71 - $66,035.24 annually • Salary with certification (or once certification is obtained) $62,946.72 - $77,377.59 annually • The starting salary for this position will be dependent upon the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.
To obtain a job description and to find out more about this position, please contact the current Commission Chair, Brian Ducherer, at bducherer@ryley.ca or call 780-663-2019. The Highway 14 Regional Water Commission thanks all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Salary & Benefits:
Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and cover letter to: Attention: Mark Skaar, Public Works Superintendent, Town of Killam publicworks@town.killam.ab.ca Phone: 780-385-3977; Fax: 780-385-2120 Box 189, 4923 – 50th Street. Killam, AB T0B 2L0 We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those applicants receiving an interview will be contacted. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
February 28, 2024 or until a suitable candidate is found.
Additional Information:
Please submit your proposal to: Highway 14 Regional Water Services Commission Box 540, 5019-50 Avenue Ryley, Alberta T0B 4A0 info@hwy14water.ca
Please refer to our website for the complete job description
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Rural elder abuse cases increase by 50 per cent Kari Janzen Staff Reporter
Loretta Kroeker, of Tofield, has been the case manager for the Rural Elder Abuse Prevention Coalition (REAP) for seven years, and has a Bachelor of Social Work. The coalition was formed in January 2016 through a Coordinated Community Response Grant accessed through the government of Alberta, and all the Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) in the central zone are partners in the coalition. The central zone includes Lamont County, Two Hills County, Flagstaff County, Minburn County, and Beaver County. Statistics are sent to the provincial government twice per year to prove that the service is still needed. “The government is very interested in whether it’s a necessary service and this has been the busiest year since I’ve started. The money comes from the government every September, the new grant, and from the first of September until now, I have had one new case every week. “In 2023 I had 23 cases, which is about one every two weeks. Now so far in the first five months, I’ve had one every week. I hate to think what the last half of this year may look like,” Kroeker says. Kroeker does a lot of the prevention and awareness work by holding presentations, her most recent titled, “Neighbours, Friends and Families, It’s Not Right.” “I’m authorized this year to really highlight education and awareness. It teaches the common person on the street what to do if they have a neighbour and they suspect they may be abused,” she said. The government of Alberta describes the definition of elder abuse as follows: “Elder abuse is any intentional or reckless act, or willful and negligent disregard occurring within a relationship of family, trust or dependency, directed at someone 65 years of age or older, that causes physical harm, emotional or psychological harm, involves the misappropriation or misuse of money or other
personal possessions or personal or real property, subjects an individual to nonconsensual sexual contact, activity or behaviour, or fails to provide the necessities of life.” Kroeker receives referrals that she then investigates, which can be risky. “Anytime anyone suspects some kind of elder abuse, they can phone me. Then it’s my job to get back to them and either talk to the person that’s being abused or work through that concerned person. This could involve the RCMP if there are guns on the property, or a peace officer, if I don’t feel safe to go into a home by myself. I access anywhere from victim services to RCMP, peace officers or sheriffs, and in all those counties, they are all very supportive,” said Kroeker. As for the investigation, Kroeker talks with everyone around the abused, to gather as much information as possible surrounding the situation. “I don’t always talk to the person who’s being abused, because they’re afraid to talk to anyone, but I spend a lot of time with the person who has made the referral. I get all the facts and the statistics, and then I will either go do a home visit or phone the person who’s being abused. “It’s not really my job to confront the abuser, we leave that to the person who reported it, because that can lead to restraining orders. I help them know how to do those things, but I don’t necessarily confront the abuser because that could be putting my own life at danger,” she says. Kroeker says there are some cases that are easily resolved, where a frustrated or worn-out caregiver may unintentionally be exhibiting some abusive behaviours. “Lots of caregivers can become frustrated and sometimes do abusive things not intentionally, but because they’re wore out, and they lash out. That isn’t necessarily classified as abusive situations because it can usually be resolved because people don’t mean to do that. “Those cases are easy to resolve, as opposed to the consistent, financial abuse where someone says, ‘Give me your bank card and I’ll pay your bills,’
and then pretty soon your bank account is empty. “Probably 90 per cent of the abuse in our farming area now is financial, where adult children are thinking that they deserve the money before the parents die. “The financial part is always a big one. It starts, a lot of the time, with something that most elders are not aware of. The power of attorney on your account, when you activate it, and the capacity assessment that doctors make, if your child goes in there and has given their story, they have made the elder look like they’re incapacitated. The attitude can be, if I’m going to get all your land and your money when you die, why don’t I just get it earlier? The sense of entitlement is running rampant in middle aged people,” said Kroeker. While cases have jumped and calls have increased, Kroeker says the number of undetected or unreported cases is likely quite high. “I’m sure that this is only the tip of the iceberg. Some don’t know who to tell about suspect abuse, or sometimes you need to get a lawyer and people may not have the money for that,” Kroeker said. As for some tips and things to watch out for, Kroeker shared some specific indicators that something could be amiss, especially a change in the level of social interaction, where it appears a senior has become quite secluded. “When an adult child moves back in, look to see if the elder is withdrawn and doesn’t come to social functions anymore. See if that person is not looking well dressed for the climate, or if they are not making eye contact, which they may do if they are getting physically abused. If they are not attending the potlucks, the pancake suppers, and are not visible in your community like they were before, check in. “If I see somebody whose child has moved in with them, I think, oh, that’s good, they’re looking after them. I may not go over there as much, but my word to them is no, you go just as often, so that when they’re willing to confront the issue, they know they can trust
Loretta Kroeker is the case manager for the Rural Elder Abuse Prevention coalition (REAP) for the Province and FCSS offices in the Central Zone, including Flagstaff Family and Community Services. you,” Kroeker said. While many of Kroeker’s cases come from referrals made by friends and neighbours, her educational presentations can be a place where seniors realize they are being abused. “Usually, after I give a presentation is when they come forward because they are surprised to know that other people are in the same boat as them. “I like to do the education and awareness part because that’s where they will ask questions, and they feel safe. I tell them, don’t be afraid to ask any kind of question, because you are certainly not in this alone and you’re not the only person this has ever happened to,” she said. Kroeker said some of the counties within REAP have received grant funding to begin home visitations with seniors, as abuse may go unreported because the senior is experiencing social isolation. “Lots of times elders are abused because they let a friend or a person in because they’re lonely. Isolation is a big drawback for seniors, and if they’ve got somebody who’s paying attention to them, by the time they realize it’s not a nice attention, it’s too late,” she said. Referrals can be made to Loretta Kroeker by calling your local FFCS office.
Irma Fire call for grain bin rescue ended successfully Leslie Cholowsky Editor
On Friday, Feb. 9, Irma Fire and Rescue was dispatched to a call where a person was entrapped in a grain bin. The call came in just after 10 a.m. and when the crew arrived, they discovered a male patient trapped in wheat up to his chest and unable to move. Additional resources were called from Wainwright as well as the Edgerton Emergency Services Department as both had grain bin rescue equipment. The Camp Wainwright NDFS Fire Department also assisted with a ladder
truck to remove the individual from the top of the bin. Irma Fire and Rescue reports, “It was a long and difficult extrication, and we are glad to report the patient was not injured.” Situations such as these underscore how quickly things can happen on the farm, but also how important it is for local fire fighters to have the training and the equipment needed for a specialized rescue operation, such as Irma had access to through neighbouring departments. In 2022, FRESS sponsored a training session where some Flagstaff region fire-
fighters completed their BeGrainSafe certification, and the Killam Fire Hall purchased a specialized grain rescue tube. During that training session, firefighters had the opportunity to experience being buried chest-deep in grain. Killam Fire Chief Joe Knievel says things have changed a great deal since he was a kid on the farm, in a 12’ round bin using a six inch auger. “Now we have 100-foot bins, and 16 inch augers that can bury a person in three rotations. Things happen fast in these situations.” Knievel says he’s happy to hear when situations like these are successful rescues.
He says having the training and tools is also a plus, especially for rural departments. “We have a whole fire hall full of equipment that I hope we’ll never need, but unfortunately, it rolls out on a fairly regular basis.” Irma Fire and Rescue had this to say after the incident: “Thank you to all of our regional partners for all of your hard work, it’s amazing to see how well these departments all work together. “We would also like to take this opportunity to remind everyone that farm safety is of utmost importance. A situation can go sideways in a matter of seconds.”
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Three local farm families receive Alberta Century Farm and Ranch Awards in Camrose ceremony
PHOTOS COURTESY ARTUR VERESHCHYNSKYI
Camrose MLA Jackie Lovely presented three Flagstaff County farm families with the Alberta Century Farm and Ranch Award last Thursday, Feb. 8, in Camrose. Above left: Receiving their bronze plaques and recognitions during the event were (top left) the Neil Leeb family, still farming on the original Leeb farm site near Heisler, est. 1923, (top right) the Henderson family, still on the original James Henderson homesite near Forestburg, est. 1922, and (bottom left) the Jack and Sharon Moser family, with son Justin and daughter-in-law Cheryl, and their children, farming on the Aloysuis Moser homestead, est. 1916. Leslie Cholowsky Editor
Camrose MLA Jackie Lovely held a special recognition night in Camrose last Thursday, Feb. 8 in Camrose at the Days Inn, recognizing various individuals and groups in the constituency for their work in their communities. She also, along with Susan Lacombe, Programming Coordinator with Alberta Agriculture, made some special presentations to farm families in Camrose County, Beaver County, and Flagstaff County who had achieved a century, or more in many cases, operating on the original family farm. Lacombe, who has been administering the Alberta Century Farm and Ranch Award for the past few years, explained the process she goes through documenting the award, saying, “Most people apply for the award themselves, but I have to prove it.” She explained that the full approval/proof process moved over to her department around 2017. “It is a real privilege for me to look into your family's genealogy - thank you for that.” Some of the families being recognized
on Thursday had already received their plaques, while some received them only that evening. Recognized in the Flagstaff County region were the Henderson Family, Debbie and Betty Henderson, on the original James Henderson farmland, est. 1922, located near Forestburg. Also receiving the Century Farm award was the Jack and Sharon Moser family, with son Justin and his wife Cheryl and their family, marking the homestead of Aloyisuis Moser, est. 1916, located near Killam. The Neil Leeb Family, from Heisler, had already received their plaque, which they brought, for the Leeb Farm homestead, est. 1923, and were also recognized for having achieved Century Farm status. During the recognition event, Lovely also invited Flagstaff County Reeve Don Kroetch to make a presentation on the Flagstaff Crafted program. Kroetch presented a video that was first unveiled locally at the Flagstaff Celebrates Success event this past fall, celebrating the highlights of this successful program that supports new and existing entrepreneurs in the region.
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February 2024 Meetings
Council Meetings Flagstaff County Council o M Meetings eetings aare re conducted the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month commencing at 9 a.m. unless u otherwise planned. Council and Committ ommittee meeting agendas aare re aavvailable at the County’’ss websit ebsiite te at: flflaagstaafff ff. fff..a . b.ca/ .ca/council/mee .ca/ccouncil/meeeetings-andminu utes tes
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Please refer to our website at www.flagstaff.ab.ca for up-to-date road work throughout the County. Road Maintenance Roadways are cleared of snow as necessary. During normal winter conditions, County gravel roads should be cleared of snow within 4 days, unless there is heavy snow and persistent winds. If reduced visibility becomes a safety concern, snow plowing operations will be suspended until conditions improve. In each maintenance area, 3 routes are established. When snow plowing is required, the starting point is rotated between routes to ensure that an equitable level of service is provided. Regular work hours are 8-12 hours per day. Spare graders may be utilized to help during winter storms. One plow truck is designated to remove snow and apply sand/salt to oil and paved surface roads. Two graders are allocated for snow and ice removal on arterial roads. Back roads or blind roads will not be plowed unless deemed necessary by Public Works.
Public Works Services Please visit the Flagstaff County website at flagstaff.ab.ca for information regarding Gravel Sales, Residential Laneway Maintenance, Road Maintenance, Hamlet Services, and more.
Please keep in mind that our seasonal crews will be out working on our roadways and to use extreme caution while travelling on these roads while they are being maintained in any way. We thank you in advance for your cooperation during this season.
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Hardisty woman celebrates 100th with friends and family Anna Kobitzsch celebrated her 100th birthday at the Hardisty Health Centre with family and friends on Saturday, Feb. 10. She was born in Stockholm, Sweden, coming to Alberta with her parents Andrew Elmquist and Emilia Svensson Elmquist in 1925. Here they purchased a quarter-section and built a home, where they lived for 13 years, with Anna gaining a sister, Edith. The two girls attended Rosyth school, just a mile south of their farm. In the financial struggles of the 1930s, Andrew rented his land to a neighbour, moving the family to Vermilion, then Derwent, where he became a Rawleigh dealer for five years. In 1942, the family returned to Rosyth, where they purchased the Rosyth Store, with Anna eventually acting as clerk and postmistress. She worked at the store until she met and married Hiney Kobitzsch on June 30, 1951. The couple lived on the farm for a couple of years before moving into
Hardisty, in a small house across from the school, with their two children Larry and Maxine. The couple loved to travel, spending quite a few summer vacations in the mountains, as well as trips to Hawaii and California. The couple spent over 40 years together before Hiney passed in 1995, leaving Anna alone for the first time. She made a couple of trips back to Sweden to visit with friends and family there, and accompanied a visiting cousin and his wife, along with her sister Edith, in a cross-Canada drive. She had many hobbies to keep her busy, especially scrapbooking, and she has made and shared many books with family and for herself. She also does a craft named hardanger, a type of embroidery, and she’s made a given a lot of table runners over the years, proud to pass her handiwork on to her family. Anna also loved her yard and had a large perennial flower garden along
with many pots. She loves her family, now with grandchildren and great-grandchildren, always looking forward to their visits. In 2011 a decision was made to sell Anna’s home, and she moved to an assisted living facility, Points West, in Wainwright. She lived there until 2020, when she broke her hip and could no longer manage on her own. Anna always said she’d wanted to come back to Hardisty, and in 2020 moved into long term care there. “She is so very happy to be here and tells me all the time that she is,” says daughter Maxine Busk. “So today we celebrate her 100th birthday. She is still active and enjoying life, she loves her ‘friend’ the wheelchair, as she scoots around to see what’s all going on. “I don’t often find her in her room when I come to visit, she likes to be out and about.” Anna’s daughter-in-law Gail Kobitzsch presented Anna with official birthday greetings from the govern-
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Anna Kobitzsch celebrated her 100th birthday at Hardisty Long Term Care on Saturday, Feb. 10, surrounded by friends and family.
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Action Canada director critical of Alberta’s new sex ed rules Brett McKay
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
New rules proposed by the Government of Alberta will negatively affect the delivery of sexual health education in schools, according to Frédérique Chabot, executive director of Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights. During a news conference on Thursday, Premier Danielle Smith said the govern-
ment will require parents to opt in to all education related to gender identity and sexuality in schools, and sexual health materials from third-party organizations will require approval from the education ministry before teachers can use them in their instruction. Chabot said existing materials, curricula, and guidelines for sexual health education are based on sound scientific evidence and have been in place for many
years. "And right now, they are being instrumentalized as a way to rally people," Chabot said. "And fear-based messaging [is] being introduced about these educational materials that [is] not based in fact." Chabot said she is concerned because the changes will likely cut some students out of key education about how to stay healthy and develop healthy relationships.
"We are very concerned to see this trend across the country of governments who are introducing new policies, new legislation, that will limit access to key health information to health care for different populations. And that basically infringes on many people's rights. This is something that we're seeing rapidly escalating across Canada," she said. While similar legislation restricting Continued on Page 17
Positive tickets are issued for positive behaviour such as practicing personal safety, being a community hero and making smart choices. Peace Officer Skyler wants to be notified by teachers, coaches, friends and neighbours throughout the Flagstaff Region who have witnessed a child doing a positive or helpful deed, or performing a safe act that would be worthy of receiving a positive ticket. Simply contact Officer Skyler if you know of a deserving youth!
Officer Skyler can be reached by phone at 780-384-4100 or via email at szelinski@flagstaff.ab.ca. Positive tickets come with a $10 coupon that can be redeemed at participating businesses, as well as a bracelet for a free swim at the Killam Regional Aquatic Centre.
Let’s acknowledge the good that our young people are doing right here in Flagstaff!
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Hundreds of litres of fuel stolen from multiple sites Killam RCMP Detachment occurrences Friday, Feb. 2 to Thursday, Feb. 8 Friday, Feb. 2 A Killam member attended a report of an attempted theft of fuel at Corner Gas in Sedgewick. Male was described wearing a face covering and dark clothing. The Subject arrived in a white truck with a red slip tank. No damages to any equipment and Subject wasn’t able to get any fuel. Licence plate on the truck was stolen off of a vehicle in Vermilion. Patrols made. Vehicle not located. No witnesses or suspects. A suspicious vehicle was reported driving erratically in a field. Silver/beige GMC. Member patrolled. Vehicle not found. A white KIA Forte was reported travelling west on Highway 13 without a licence plate. Patrols made. Vehicle not located. An attempted theft of a vehicle was
reported in Lougheed. Complainant reported the door handle and ignition were damaged. Subject vehicle was a white F150 with red slip tank. Surveillance available. Unable to ID. Sunday, Feb. 4 A machine shed was reported broken into. Members attended the scene. Damage to a GMC truck and tires were stolen off the truck. No witnesses or suspects. A report was made of a suspicious person taking bottles from the school yard in Forestburg. Patrols made. Subject not located. Monday, Feb. 5 A suspicious truck with its hood up was reported on Highway 36. Member patrolled and located the Subject Vehicle. Registered owner was having vehicle issues. Tuesday, Feb. 6 A Member was called out regarding a transformer blocking the North lane on Highway 872. Member attended
and controlled traffic until Emcon moved it off of highway. A break and enter was later reported from an energy site regarding the stolen transformer. No witnesses or suspects. The Fas Gas in Forestburg reported a break and enter. Approximately 12 propane tanks were taken. Surveillance is available. File is still under investigation. A truck was reported stolen from Highway 861. Truck was later recovered by Provost RCMP. A business in Forestburg reported the ignitions were punched out of three vehicles parked in their lot. Two Subjects seen on surveillance in the vehicles and not able to start them and left. No witnesses or suspects. Fuel was reported stolen from fuel tanks in Strome. Approximately 100 to 150 litres of diesel was stolen. No witnesses or suspects. A break and enter was reported at an oil lease site. Subjects attempted to
steal wire from the site. Damage done to site. No witnesses or suspects. An instance of fraud under $5,000 was reported in Killam. Complainant e-transferred money to a Facebook contact but that account had been hacked. Complainant’s financial institution has been notified. Thursday, Feb. 8 Fuel was reported stolen out of Lougheed. Approximately 500 litres of diesel was stolen. No witnesses or suspects. A complaint was made of bullying at a local school. An ongoing issue. Members reached spoke to the Complainants and the school. File is still under investigation. A report was made of a possible impaired driver on Highway 13. Vehicle was driving erratically. Patrols made. Vehicle not located. Report provided and prepared by Killam RCMP Detachment
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Email: sdunn@flagstaff.ab.ca Positive tickets are issued for positive behaviour such as practicing personal safety, being a community hero and making smart choices. Peace Officer Skyler wants to be notified by teachers, coaches, friends and neighbours throughout the Flagstaff Region who have witnessed a child doing a positive or helpful deed, or performing a safe act that would be worthy of receiving a positive ticket. Simply contact Officer Skyler if you know of a deserving youth!
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Brettzky donates to Battle River Knights Minor Hockey
Brettzky’s Hockey Challenge Chair Todd Ritchie (far right) and Chris Sutter (far left) present the Battle River Knights U15 team with a donation from proceeds of the 2023 Challenge. Patricia Harcourt Staff Reporter
Brettzky’s Hockey Challenge has once again provided an opportunity for local groups and organizations to benefit from funds raised by the event. The 2023 Challenge was its eighth annual, started in 2015 by Brett Sutter in Calgary. “It was moved to Viking in 2016 with KidSport Alberta being the primary beneficiary,” explained Chair of the Hockey Challenge Committee Todd Ritchie. The Brettzky Committee was formed the following year. “With the intent of keeping all the money raised in our community for local organizations,” said Ritchie. “The Committee mandate is providing funds to support youth sports and activities and organizations who contribute to the wellness of the community in the Viking area.” Since then, over $287,000 has been donated to community groups. “2023 is a record year for us,” said Ritchie. “We’ll be donating $70,700 to 23 different organizations in our community. This is the most we’ve ever raised.” This year’s donations are going to Adrenaline TaeKwon Do, Battle River Knights U13F and U15 hockey, Brettzky Hockey Camp, Camrose U15AA Vikings hockey, Cloverlodge Stampede Association, Red Deer Rustlers U9, Riggers 2013 Minor hockey, Riggers 2016 Minor hockey, Town of Viking - Brettzky Shinny, Viking Curling Club, Viking Dance Inspirations, Viking Grad Class, Viking Golf Club, Viking HandiVan Society, Viking Minor Ball, Viking Minor Hockey, Viking School, Viking Travel Club, Viking Senior Club, Viking Skating Club, Viking Wellness Society and Viking Wings hockey. “We are pleased to be able to provide so much financial support to our community groups,” said Ritchie. Ritchie also gave enormous credit to the Brettzky Committee for their organizational and other work, and to the “amazing sponsors, both individuals and businesses, who continue to support ‘The Brettzky.’” He called the community volunteers “vital” to achieving the event’s success every year, with 150 community volunteers helping out every time.
If I like Sports, Literacy, Arts, Health Projects, etc. can I set up a fund just for that specific interest? Absolutely! These funds are called “Field of Interest” funds, and may support any Canada Revenue Agency registered charitable cause that you desire!
Brettzky’s Hockey Challenge Chair Todd Ritchie (far right) and Chris Sutter (far left) present the Battle River Knights U13 Female team with a donation from proceeds of the 2023 Challenge.
These volunteers do a varied number of jobs like time keeping time for games, bartending, providing security, merchandise sales, meal preparation setting up and cleaning up, or helping on-ice at the Brettzky Hockey Camp. “The Brettzky is a community event and can’t be put on without the support of all the groups involved,” he said, thanking everyone “who stepped up
to volunteer.” He also credited founder Brett Sutter and the Sutter family. “A big part of ‘The Brettzky’s’ success is from the effort put forth by them.” Planning has already started for the annual Brettzky’s Hockey Camp to be held Aug. 5-8, and for the 2024 Brettzky’s Hockey Challenge on Aug. 8-11.
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SHAKE OFF WINTER TRAIN EXCURSION
Knights play in U9 tournament hosted by Viking Viking played host to their annual U9 tournament on Saturday, Feb. 3 at the Carena. Above: players scramble for the loose puck after a big save between the Viking U9 team (in blue) and the Battle River Knights (in white).
Sunday, March 17
New Ed Rules Continued from Page 14
Hop on the train to enjoy Curtain Call Theatre’s Sunday Matinee of "The Play that Goes Wrong" in Forestburg by Henry Lewis, Henry Shields & Jonathan Sayer. Sunday March 17 @ 2pm. Play directed by Rob Nichols. Tickets $75 includes round trip train ride, bag lunch (on train) and matinee ticket with coffee/tea and one dessert (with option to purchase more). Train Schedule: Depart Kelsey at 12 noon. Arrive in Forestburg by 1:30 pm. Play starts at 2 pm Return (allow 2 hours for play etc.): Depart Forestburg 4:30 pm. Arrive Rosalind at 5:30 pm, Depart at 5:45 pm. Arrive back in Kelsey 6:15 pm
sex education has been introduced in other provinces, Alberta's proposed changes would make it the only province to have sex ed be entirely opt-in for students, requiring parental consent for any lesson dealing with "sensitive subjects." "In our classrooms, we will ensure discussions about gender identity and other sensitive subjects happen at the right time and with the parent-child relationship at its core. This will include a parental optin consent requirement when teachers plan to discuss subject matter related to gender identity, sexual orientation or sexuality for K to 12 students," Premier Smith
said. When speaking about these policies, Smith said they are intended to protect children and their futures. An article published in the Canadian Journal of Family and Youth says children who know about sexuality and body safety, such as proper names for genitals, are far less vulnerable to sexual abuse. "This early understanding and ability to effectively communicate about body parts and ability for a child to recognize what is inappropriate sexual behaviour is absolutely paramount in providing intervention when an adult is able to easily recognize when a child is being sexually abused, and could save the child from continued abuse," the article says.
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Hardisty Lake
UNITED CHURCH CAMP Clean up Dates May 4 & 5 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. - Bring a lunch
We're Hiring - All positions Summer Camp Director, Water Front Lifeguard Coordinator, Cabin Counselor, Program Counselor, Waterfront Support, Camp Cook, Assistant Camp Cook
Camp registration is now open for 2024 Counselor in Training July 8-12 $185
This is a MANDATORY camp if you wish to be a counselor in training
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Kids enjoy Valentine’s cookie decorating at Hardisty Library Ricci Matthews Ph: 780-888-2490
Hardisty Call Ricci with your news!
Well hello folks, it seems like spring is maybe in the air. The lack of -30 degree celsius weather is just so exciting and I pray it stays that way. People are mentioning buying seeds already and some are busy calving, too. Our one beautiful, ginger tom cat was already practicing his spring gymnastics on one of the lovely female cats... darn! We wanted to take a few of these young males to the vet before we have an explosion of kittens. Please tell me he was just practising his gymnastics and not successful mating. She was not yowling with pleasure, so I hope it was not a done deal. I am praying. Our little grand daughter turns one year old on Tuesday and I cannot believe she is already that old. Her big grin melts our hearts and now she is showing more and more pearly whites and we are waiting for her to take her first few steps any day now. It is amazing how these little people grow right before your eyes and surpass so many milestones. Well, that is Mother Nature at work, isn't it? I was chatting with Wilf Buelow and he happily informed me that they have a new great-granddaughter. Her name is Violet Brook Buelow and she arrived weighing nine pounds, six ounces. She is the daughter to Samantha and Dayton Buelow, the son of grandparents Donna and Ken Buelow. Congratulations to everyone on the birth of this sweet baby girl. On Saturday, Feb. 10, a celebration of life was held for one of our own, Rose Dewald of Hardisty. She passed away Saturday, Feb. 3, at the Wainwright Hospital at the tender age of 61 years. She is lovingly remembered by her community,
her husband Ernie of 42 years, and her children Cody and Raelyn and their spouses, grandchildren, and extended families. Rose was a lovely woman with so many talents and staunch determination. I remember that she used to teach skating, not only in Hardisty, but in Amisk and also in Hughenden. I recall seeing that tiny lady doing jumps and spins, in a silver, one piece jumpsuit as she performed for the audience of Hardisty. She was amazing. She was also a Teacher Aide in Hardisty, Hughenden, and at Blessed Sacrament school in Wainwright, from 2003 to 2022, according to Ernie. Think of all the children's lives she touched. You are memorable Rose. Rest in peace dear lady. We also wish to extend heartfelt condolences to Ray Shott and his family on the loss of his dear mom, Anna Szott of Coronation (Yes, the difference in spelling is correct). She was 93 years old. Rest in peace dear lady. Anna Kobitzsch, a resident at Hardisty Long Term Care, recently celebrated her 100th birthday. Huge congratulations to this lovely lady. She looks so darn young in her pictures. I bet the ladies would love to know what she applied to her face to make her look so beautiful. Maybe it is the love and attention of her family and friends that helped her age so beautifully, eh? Happy Birthday Anna! I see that the Hardisty United Church Camp is advertising for people to help clean and spruce up the property in May and they are hiring all positions for the summer season. Check their website for all the information and The Community Press. It is such a fun place to work. You might still see flowers blooming in the canoes, in front of the Joy Hall at the camp. Now how can that be? Well, the flowers are lovely faux flowers and I did not get to the canoe
gardens before the ground froze. So please forgive me. I will tend to them once the frost is out of the ground... yikes. Our library had a very successful Valentine’s sugar cookie decorating afternoon. Kids from toddlers to cool 13-year-old teenagers managed to create beautiful works of cookie art. We appreciate the time and effort of the library board members to provide this fun craft and the parental help too.The kids had a ball. Valentine’s Day is Wednesday, Feb. 14. Did you get your loved one a card, gift, or love affirmation? Did you plant a big smoochy kiss on your loved one? Do you ever wonder why we kiss? I did some Google research and a short read turned into hours. Did you know that romance has very little to do with the kiss? Humans as a species are drawn to this very intimate contact because we are biologically driven to push our faces together and rub noses or touch lips or tongues. Hmmm? Kissing is a mating behaviour encoded in our genes and we share the vast majority of those genes with the mammalian species. Only humans (and occasionally our close primate relatives like chimps and bonobos) kiss. Apparently kissing is still a mystery to educated scientists. Do People kiss because of a psychological attraction or is it because of a subconscious urge to mate with the chosen kiss-ee? Wiodarski, a postdoctoral researcher studying social and evolutionary neuroscience, has found that kissing helps heterosexuals select a mate. Women in particular value kissing early on. Saliva is full of hormones and other compounds that may provide a way of chemically assessing mate suitability - that is the biological brain stepping in. The researcher also said that women are more likely to say that the first kiss could be a deciding
factor for selecting a mate. If his smell isn't right is she going to want to carry his child for nine months, is he healthy? Oh my Lord, all this after one kiss. What if the poor guy just had some garlic, is he doomed? Women particularly, in heterosexual relationships, find that kissing cements the bond of love.
People who kiss more frequently seem to be happier and more satisfied in their relationships, whereas intercourse frequency did not make a difference... Wow. There is so much more to read but I will stop now. So male species, shower and brush your teeth, no garlic, scrape your tongue clean, chew some gum,
and hope for the best. Same goes for the ladies, I would think, right? Happy kissing and happy Valentine’s to all the lovers out there... best of luck in this mating game! ‘Till next week, please call me with information to share.
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DAYSLAND, KILLAM Daysland Alliance Church & ROSALIND Assoc. Pastor:Miguel Challoner 5030 - 57 Street Phone: Killam: 780 385-3607 UNITED CHURCHES Phone: (780) 374-3777 Service Times: Killam:
Worship – 10:55 AM Sunday School – 9:45 AM
Forestburg: Worship – 9:00 AM www.killambaptistchurch.ca www.forestburgbaptist.ca
Sunday, Feb 18th, Killam & Daysland at 10:30AM all are welcome
Pastors Kirby Schmidt-Teigen and Rob Johnson
Sunday Worship Services (Sept 10 - Jun 1) 9:30am Sunday School (for all ages) Follow us on Facebook 10:45am Main Worship Service under DKR United
Pentecostal SEDGEWICK Sedgewick Killam Tabernacle & LOUGHEED Pastor Ben Kellert Seventh-day UNITED CHURCHES 780-385-3587 SUNDAY SERVICES
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Phone: 587-736-0023 Sabbath School - 10 a.m. Worship Service - 11 a.m.
Sunday 11:00 A.M. Meeting at 5018 - 47 Street Killam, Alberta. Child care available during the service. Everyone is Welcome. Services also available to be viewed on Killam Pentecostal Church FB Page.
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Box 178, Killam, AB T0B 2L0 COMING EVENTS COMING EVENTS Celebrate Family Day Weekend in Sedgewick Cutter Rally Saturday, February 17 Contact Calvin Hogg 780-3854686 Wild Rose Co-op Recreation Centre Registration at 11 a.m. Hook Up at 11:30 a.m. Cutter Rally Parade at Noon All Riders Welcome! Hot Lunch Available! 5p ___________________________ Snowmobile/ATV Rally Family Day Monday, February 19 Snowmobiles or Quads will be used depending on the Weather Conditions $25 per Hand or Two Hands for $40 Pre-register at the Wild Rose Coop Recreation Centre between 10 a.m. and Noon Call Andrew for more info 780-385-4501 Sedgewick Rec. Board is also Sponsoring FREE BOWLING and SKATING for Family Day Monday, February 19
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The Viking Preschool is hiring! Teacher/Assistant temporary position for the 2024/2025 school year. Level 1 or 3 ECE. Send resumes to vikingpreschoolassociation@gmail.com by February 15, 2024. ___________________________ Hardisty Lake Park is looking for staff for 2024 Season, May 1st to Sept 30th Lake Warden is a full time position perfect for a Single person or a Couple. Warden will be responsible for supervising staff and maintaining the Park and surrounding area. Must have Management skills, computer skills and personable with staff and customers. Job description available upon request. Apply to lakepark@hardistyag.ca Deadline for applications March 15/2024. ___________________________ Hardisty Lake Park is looking for student/s for the 2024 Season. Park opens May 1st. Must be 16 years old with a valid drivers license. Position will be mowing, cleaning, painting and various other tasks. Apply to lakepark@hardistyag.ca Deadline for applications March 15/2024.
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FOR SALE FOR SALE Anybody who is still wanting any kind of trees, such as fruit trees, fruit bushes, willows, poplars. These trees will be for sale at Brian’s U-Pick Fruits, Berries, and Vegetables until the 23rd of February. All ordering will be done by or before February 23. All ordering will be done at Brian’s U-Pick Fruits, Berries, and Vegetables and must be paid for at time of ordering. There will be a cancellation fee when the orders are confirmed and paid for. Refunds will not include that fee. The number to contact for appointments and orders is 780678-0053 07/08c HELP WANTED WANTED HELP WE ARE HIRING!! Killam Guardian Drugs is looking to hire an Experienced Individual for a Part-Time Cashier/Clerk position who is eager to work, responsible, and well organized with a great work ethic. You must have a positive attitude and have the ability to work independently and the willingness to learn. We offer competitive wages. The hours will be decided but must be able to work one Saturday Per Month. A knowledge of tills, cash, and computers is a must, will be required to learn how to do orders. We’ve built our business on striving for Great Customer Service so that service ability must be a priority. Hiring date is negotiable. must be 18 years of age or older and is will to be a long time employee. Please submit resumes to Guardian Drugs PO Box 159 Killam, AB T0B 2L0 or email killamguardiandrugs@gmail.com Not all will be scheduled for an interview. All recent resumes already received will be considered. Resumes will be accepted until Thursday, February 29. 07/08c
Duties will include, but are not limited to: •Performs duties or operates all equipment used in maintenance of streets, utilities, arena and other Public Works functions. •Performs manual labour as required, such as shovelling, lifting heavy objects and trimming of brush and trees •Undertake all preventative maintenance, repairs and operation of all equipment •Repair and maintenance of roads, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, boulevards, parks and playgrounds • Snow removal operations •Grass cutting and parks and recreational facility maintenance •Assist in the repair and maintenance of Town owned facilities when requested •Repair and maintain water distribution system, sewer and storm sewer collection system Hours of Work: •Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; On call weekends every three weeks; and some overtime will be required Requirements: •Preference given to having an Alberta Environment Level 1 Water Distribution and Level 1 Waste Water Collection and Treatment Certification, OR a willingness to obtain certification. •Equipment operations experience is a bonus. Salary & Benefits: •Equipment Operator (No water/wastewater certification) $53,719.71 - $66,035.24 annually •Salary with certification (or once certification is obtained) $62,946.72 - $77,377.59 annually •The starting salary for this position will be dependent upon the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those applicants receiving an interview will be contacted. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and cover letter to the Town of Killam: Attention: Mark Skaar, Public Works Superintendent publicworks@town.killam.ab.ca Phone: 780-385-3977 Fax: 780-385-2120 Box 189, 4923 – 50th Street Killam, AB T0B 2L0
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Killam business to close as owner retires a third time Sandra Erickson Ph: 780-384-2030
Sedgewick email: sedgewicknews@gmail.com
A little piece of history is coming to an end in Killam. With the end of this month, Crafty Creations will close its doors. Sharleen Chevraux, proud owner of the quilting store, has decided to give retirement another try. Third time's the charm. We wish Sharleen all the best. Especially with a great-
grandbaby on the way, but we will miss seeing her store on main street in Killam. Congratulations, Sharleen! You'll be missed! The Sedgewick Ladies Bonspiel is coming up early March. Get ready for a Barnyard Bash and join the fun or cheer on your favourite teams at the Wild Rose Co-op Recreation Centre. Did you notice the new water fountain and bottle filler at the arena? It was graciously donated by the Jacob Lazarick Memorial Fund.
We had a fun-filled weekend and took the kids skiing for the very first time. And, yes, it was the first time skiing for myself in over 16 years. We had a fantastic day at the Alliance Ski Hill. What a great asset in Flagstaff County. We will definitely be back! If you love working casinos and would like to help out your local ski club operating out of Alliance, please consider contacting Shawna Blue for their casino in April. Camp registration as
FARMLAND FOR SALE BY TENDER Tenders for the purchase of lands in Flagstaff County as described below are invited. The Land will be sold subject to all existing reservations and exceptions stated on Certificate of Title. THE SOUTH WEST QUARTER OF SECTION TWENTY SEVEN (27) TOWNSHIP FORTY TWO (42) RANGE FIFTEEN (15) WEST OF THE FOURTH MERIDIAN, CONTAINING 64.3 HECTARES (159 ACRES) MORE OR LESS. EXCEPTING THEREOUT: 2.06 HECTARES (5.09 ACRES) MORE OR LESS, SUBDIVIDED UNDER PLAN 7922898. EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS In 2023 121 acres were seeded with canola. There are no buildings or bins of any value on the land. Tenders are to be submitted in sealed envelopes marked “OBERG Tender” to Scott Farnham at Farnham West Stolee Kambeitz LLP, Barristers and Solicitors, 5016 - 52nd Street, Camrose, Alberta, T4V 1V7, on or before 12:00 noon, MARCH 8, 2024, and shall be accompanied with GST number and a certified cheque or bank draft payable to Farnham West Stolee Kambeitz LLP in trust for 5% of the tender price. No conditional tenders will be accepted and the highest, or any tender, will not necessarily be accepted. Tenders will not be opened in public. The deposits of all unsuccessful tenderers will be returned to them by regular mail. The successful tenderer will be obligated to complete the purchase on or before APRIL 5, 2024. The 5% deposit shall constitute a deposit towards the purchase price. Taxes will be adjusted on closing date. There will be no other adjustments. If the successful tenderer fails to complete the transaction by the closing date, the deposit will be forfeited. Vendor makes no warranties or representations about the property’s size, condition or environmental state. The successful tenderer will be responsible for the cost of title insurance to facilitate timely closing. Tenders are irrevocable and shall remain open until dealt with by the offices of Farnham West Stolee Kambeitz LLP. For further information or to view the property, please contact Gerry Oberg at 780-554-6017 or Gloria Oberg at 780-218-2008. This Tender may also be viewed on the Farnham West Stolee Kambeitz LLP website: www.fwsllp.ca
well as hiring for Hardisty Lake Camp United Church is now open. Go check their ad in this issue to find out about how to register or apply for a camp position. While our local theater group is still busy rehearsing, feel free to attend “The Little Mermaid” in Camrose by the Churchmice players. It's a fantastic, family friendly musical and you'd be astonished by the local talent. One of the actors you
may recognize is Pam Sherman from Forestburg. It's her second production with the Churchmice. Growing up, she loved to sing and has been a member of several bands and choirs in the past. Pam continues her involvement with Curtain Call Theatre in Forestburg as well. Being a part of Churchmice has been a dream come true for Pam, combining her love for music and theatre. You have a chance to
see ”Disney’s The Little Mermaid” at the Jeanne & Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre until Sunday, Feb. 18. And lastly a special birthday shout out to Rita Larson, mother of Daryl Larson. Rita celebrated her 100th this weekend. While she lives in Camrose now, many may remember her from her farming days near Daysland. Congratulations on your milestone birthday!
AGRICULTURE LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER The following land is offered for sale by tender subject to restrictions on the existing Certificate of Title: MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 16 TOWNSHIP 47 SECTION 23 QUARTER NORTH EAST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AND THE RIGHT TO WORK THE SAME AREA: 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS Title Number: 232 18 0888 Land is comprised of 160 acres, more or less, of No. 2 soil with approximately 138 acres under cultivation and approximately 22 acres native non-agriculture land located in Beaver County. No fences. No outbuildings. TERMS OF TENDER: (1) The purchase price submitted shall be subject to payment of GST; (2) Sale of the land is “as is – where is”. (3) Tenders are to be accompanied by a certified cheque or bank draft made payable to “Insight for Life – LAW Services, in trust” representing 10% of the tendered amount; (4) No conditional or subject to financing tenders will be accepted; (5) Decision on tenders is to be made on or before Friday March 8, 2024, at which time deposits of unsuccessful tenders will be returned via registered mail. (6) Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted and the registered owner reserves the right to reject any or all tenders. (7) Subject to (1) above, upon acceptance of a successful tender, the purchaser shall be obligated to complete the purchase, subject to normal closing adjustments, on or before close of business Thursday March 28, 2024 or sooner as agreed between the parties. The 10% deposit shall constitute a deposit towards the purchase price. If the successful tenderer fails to complete the purchase, the deposit shall be forfeited. Tenders will close at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, March 8, 2024 Tenders are to be submitted in a sealed envelope marked “TENDER #13655” to: Insight for Life – LAW Services Attention: William N. Bohdan Zadworny Barrister & Solicitor 5131 – 50th Street, PO Box 250 Vegreville, AB T9C 1R2 Ph: 780-632-7779
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Alliance to gather in memory of community pillar Diane Dammann Alliance P. 780-879-3970 E. petendia@gmail.com
Friday will be a busy day in Alliance. Dell and Randy Wickstrom are moving down the street, the gathering to remember Denny Towers is on at the hall, and bingo is in the evening at the arena. I had a call from Martha Bawden, our Women’s Institute District Three Director. She is looking forward to coming to our tea celebrating Women’s Institutes and is bringing three friends from Camrose with her. Our Argyle Branch was started in 1913 and has been going continuously, making it the oldest in the province. Stony Plain is right behind us. I would like to extend an invitation to all to join us on Wednesday at the Rec. Centre in our meeting room.
This week our community lost a real fixture. Denny Towers was a part of so many things over the years and will be truly missed by the community of Alliance, by friends near and far, and, of course, by his beloved family. There will be a gathering in the Community Hall on Friday afternoon to remember his life and legacy. A representative of Canada Post has spent several days in Alliance to update our box system. Bob Rombough has been giving valuable assistance. Bob is almost the oldest resident in town. Doc Schofield would claim the record for the area. Bob has been matching box numbers to names and street addresses. Remember when we got a yearly agreement card in the mailbox to sign up for another year of postal service? Well,
you will be getting a card again. It is something that got overlooked for 10 years. With so many new households in town, they have found the task quite difficult. BINGO! Friday night, the third Friday of the month is this Friday, will take place at the Multiplex. The Arena Committee will have something delicious for supper. Last month it was beef stew. This is a group co-operative effort. The Village gets rent for the building, the Arena Committee makes some money on the supper, and the Ag Society makes some money for the Library and, since it is a cash bingo, some players make some money. The money goes round and round. There are lots of new books at the library, one of which caused some confusion at the post office. One label had Dixie Streicher and the other 215 E 1st Ave. Bob knew
Dixie never lived at that address. Dixie’s sister, Deb and Melvin, had rented the house next door 40 years ago. The new book was ordered at the library on my credit card which is shared with Dixie and the library. Dianne Carroll, who is now a resident at the Galahad Care Centre, came with me to Strath-
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Sedgewick bowling results: big week for Keogh Love may be in the air, but the pins are in the ground! Sedgewick Ladies Afternoon Bowling had the alleys on Tuesday, Feb. 6. Karen Keogh bowled the high single of 315 and bowled the high triple of 711. Verna Erickson and Karen Keogh have the high average of 174. As for the teams, the Bowling Bags scored the high single of 210 and scored the high triple of 400. The Rolling Pins are in the lead with 75 points. The bowler of the week is Karen Keogh, with 146 points above average. Karen Keogh also bowled a turkey. Sedgewick Mixed Bowling bowled in the cold from Monday, Feb. 5 to Thursday, Feb. 8. On the ladies’ side: Stacey Zaretski bowled the high single of 237 and the high triple of 628. Stacey Zaretski has the high average of 177. On the men’s side: Doug Jacob scored the high single of 231 and Garry Klein bowled the high triple of 560. Daren Lien has the high average of 196. The team high single of 172 points above average was scored by The 3 D.J.’s as well as the high triple of 298 points above average. Team Gutter is in first place with 70 points. The bowlers of the week were Christina Kuilboer, with 110 points above average, and Mitch Frost, with 53 points above average. Dale Zaretski bowled three spares in a row and Stacey Zaretski bowled six spares in a row. Christina Kuilboer, Betty Lien, and Verna Erickson all bowled turkeys. The Morning Adult League were on the alleys on Tuesday, Feb. 6 and Wednesday, Feb. 7. On the ladies’ side: Sheila Tanton bowled the high single of 215 and Verna Erickson bowled the high triple of 611. Verna Erickson has the high average of 174. On the men’s side:
Garry Klein scored the high single of 271 and bowled the high triple of 699. Garry Klein has the high average of 214. The team high single of 130 points above average was scored by Team Rawluck as well as the high triple of 221 points above average. Team Burden is still in first with 77 points. The bowlers of the week were Sherry Mayne, with 47 points above average, and Brian Rawluck, with 58 points above average. Verna Erickson, Daren Lien, and Jim Coles bowled three spares in a row. Mary Lou Rawluck, Richard Erickson, and Garry Klein bowled turkeys. Mary Lou Rawluck got a TV shot. The YBC aimed for the pins on Tuesday, Feb. 6. Connor Higgenson scored the high single of 120 for the Bowlasaurus Boys as well as the high double of 226. Connor Higgenson has the high average of 85. Nevaeh King scored the high single of 79, double of 142, and average of 69 for the Bowlasaurus Girls. Kenna Bruce has the high single of 95, high triple of 264, and average of 89 for the Bantam Girls. Zackery Erickson scored the high single of 120 and high triple of 287 for the Bantam Boys. Zackery Erickson has the high average of 86. Grant Foster scored the high single of 115, high triple of 308, and average of 103 for the Junior Boys. River Odegard has the high single of 85, high triple of 264, and the high average of 65 for the Junior Girls. Willow Odegard scored the high single of 138, triple of 397, and average of 142 for the Senior Girls. Thomas Bruce has the high single of 147, high triple of 397, and average of 106 for the Senior Boys. It looks the pins were also in the air, flying after every strike!
Upstart aiming to convert abandoned well sites into solar farms Some of the slides in Hirsche’s presentation highlighted significant economic losses in municipalities caused by abandoned oil well sites. A rapid increase in oil and gas liabilities resulted from 170,000 inactive well leases on more than 340,000 acres of Alberta land. Hirsche stated there are delays in lease reclamation, and some sites were sold to smaller companies that lacked the adequate resources to undertake reclamation. From 2012 to 2022 the Orphan Well Association inventory increased from
Cal Braid Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Keith Hirsche, founder and president of RenuWell Energy Solutions, was the featured speaker at a webinar recently and spent the hour-long virtual session taking attendees through the objectives and outcomes of his energy project. Hirsche says RenuWell aims to convert abandoned oil wells into solar farms. It cuts remediation and costs substantially and allows Alberta to increase its solar capacity without infringing upon productive farmland.
from oil and gas companies, some of which have gone bankrupt. Hirsch explained how the delivery costs for electricity become a drain on consumers. He said large-scale utility generation projects often require expensive transmission upgrades. Hirsche says these upgrade costs are passed along directly to customers and are the fastest growing component of Alberta’s electricity bills. Hirsche is hopeful RenuWell can help turn a negative into a positive for the Alberta energy sector.
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Competitive season getting started for local gymnasts
Naveena Schmidt on the parallel bars during the Ed Vincent Invitational in Calgary.
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Aurora Burden came home with a bronze on Vault and a gold on beam - shown here during her Beam routine.
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