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Hair on the line for Terry LESLIE CHOLOWSKY PHOTO

Killam Public School Jr. High teacher Mr. Riley Gratrix made the mistake of challenging KPS students to beat their goal of raising $3,500 for the Terry Fox Foundation this fall, and put his hair on the line. Students accepted the challenge, and raised nearly $5,000, so on Thursday, Oct. 3, See full story Page 17.

Flagstaff council proposes to reduce total divisions and councillors from seven to five in new bylaw Leslie Cholowsky Editor

Flagstaff County Council held a special meeting on Monday, Oct. 7, where it reviewed the results of a public poll over electoral divisions and councillors. After a census done earlier in the year, there was an imbalance of population numbers in the existing seven divisions of council. Council reviewed two proposals, one where the region retained seven divi-

sions and councillors, but with boundaries redrawn to redistribute the population more evenly between the divisions, and the other where the total number of divisions was reduced to five, with a corresponding reduction in councillors. Council put the question to the public in the form of a public survey to get that feedback before making a decision. Early results of the survey indicated the public had a preference for reducing the overall number of divisions, and coun-

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cillors, from seven to five, along new into five Divisions with five Councillors.” boundary lines. Now Council must hold a public hearIn order for the change to take place by the next municipal election, to be ing to consider the bylaw, which is held in 2025, a bylaw must be passed by scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 18. Rural and hamlet residents of Flagstaff Dec. 30 this year. Council, in Monday’s meeting, gave County who will be affected by the We will reopen Tuesday, Aug. 6 at first reading to Electoral Boundaries change may also choose to petition the 9 a.m. and our to next municipality put edition the question of the Bylaw 08/24, “A bylaw of Flagstaff of divisions to a vote. Any County for the purpose of establishing will still benumber published Wedneday. Aug.peti7 tion to do so must be filed with Flagstaff electoral boundaries and the number of Ad deadlines will be noon Tuesday, Aug. 6 Councillors to serve on Flagstaff County County’s CAO by Dec. 16, no later than Council, which divides the municipality 4 p.m.

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Albertans can now book annual shots for respiratory viruses Leslie Cholowsky Editor

Albertans can start booking appointments for their annual immunizations for flu and COVID-19 starting Monday, Oct. 7. Bookings can be made through the Alberta Vaccine Booking system (online), by calling Health Link (811) for pharmacy or AHS clinic appointments, or they can get in touch with their local

pharmacy offering the service. Along with influenza and COVID vaccinations, residents in continuing care or seniors supportive living accommodations who are 60 and older will also have access to a new RSV vaccine called Abrysvo. Alberta maintains a dashboard for respiratory viruses, which runs from August to August yearly. The current dashboard, which shows data from

Sept. 22 to 28, shows 38 influenza cases so far this season, compared to 2,002 cases of Covid and 17 of RSV. So far in the new season, no flu or RSV cases have required hospitalization, but 202 COVID patients are presently in hospital receiving care, with six of those in ICU. The province has recorded no deaths from influenza or RSV, but 44 Covid deaths since the current influenza season

started on Aug. 25. Last year the province recorded 16,229 total influenza cases, with 11,877 Influenza A, and 4,352 Influenza B, 3,348 of which required hospitalization, 364 which required care in ICU and 178 which caused death, up from 123 the previous year. This is the first year Alberta will also be reporting hospitalizations, ICU admissions and deaths from Respiratory Syncytial Virus, or RSV.

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DaysArts thanks volunteers at season launch event Leslie Cholowsky Editor

DaysArts hosted a volunteer recognition event at the Palace Theatre on Thursday, Oct. 3 Guests had the opportunity to relax with a glass of their favourite beverage, and take in a tour of the building before The River Jacks, a local and well-known band, took to the stage for a single entertaining set. The event wasn’t just to honour the many volunteers who keep the Palace Theatre’s movie nights, and DaysArts Concert Series running smoothly, but was also an opportunity to introduce this year’s concert series. The River Jacks volunteered their time and before the set, band member Tom Lichak said, “The best thing about music is to share it with people you like.” The band proceeded to do just that, starting out with their cover of ‘What a Feeling,’ then moving to perennial favourite ‘Footloose.’ Before they were done the set there was a little bit of everything, even some ‘Dancing Queen’ from ABBA. Following the band was a short film featuring the upcoming season, which will start Tuesday, Oct. 29, with returning favourites ‘Blue Moon Marquee.’

Fresh off winning a Juno award for Blues Album of the Year, the sweet smooth sound of ‘Nawlins jazz combined with the raspy tones of A.W. Cardinal and sultry voice of Jasmine Colette will fill the Palace Theatre Stage with a night of swing, jumps, and grooves. Concert number two has a distinctly Canadiana theme, with ‘Jack Semple Plays Lightfoot,’ a tribute to the late Gordon Lightfoot. Semple travels with the Jack Semple band, and together they will lead the audience on a musical journey through Lightfoot’s hits, ‘If You Could Read My Mind,’ ‘Sundown,’ and even ‘The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald,’ along with so many more familiar and wellloved songs. January brings ‘Molly’s Comedy Cabaret,’ where comedienne and singer Molly Wilson will keep you doubled over in laughter. Is it improv? Is it musical theatre, or is it standup comedy? Whatever it is, it’s sure to get you belly laughing. February brings ‘Piano Heist’ where two lifelong buddies, Nico Rhodes and Patrick Courtin, are on a mission to make the piano cool again. Rhodes and Courtin deliver everything from classical piano to boogie

woogie in a show that mixes in a little bit of everything. Chopin in ragtime? Liszt at the Hoedown? As one past audience member said, “Comedy is sharp, hilarity ensues!” The Ides of March (or just after) bring ‘Becoming the Beatles,’ and untold stories behind “some of the most influential musical artists the world has ever known,” featuring 20 live songs, 300 projected images, and an unforgettable story. This unique presentation combines concert and storytelling and shouldn’t be missed! April brings the last but certainly not the least of this year’s series with ‘Rum

Ragged.’ Fresh from the shores of Newfoundland, these four musicians and Juno nominees celebrate their roots with amazing vocal harmonies, incredible musical talent, and the gift of telling a story well. ‘Come where we’re to’ this April and you’ll not regret a second of it. One would expect a lineup like this to cost the moon, but the entire series goes for $210 a ticket, or just $40 per series. Students pay $150 or $20 per show. It’s well worth the money, especially when you consider the talent and variety this season’s series will bring to Daysland and the surrounding region.

The River Jacks performed at the DaysArts Volunteer Appreciation and Concert Series sneak peek night at the Palace Theatre in Daysland last Thursday, Oct. 3. From left: Garrett Richaud, Myra Marshall, Chad Szott, and Tom Lichak. 24102RR0

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Truck stolen near Heisler recovered by Camrose police

Killam RCMP Detachment Report for the period of Thursday, Sept 26 to Thursday, Oct. 3

Thursday, Sept. 26 A U-Haul was reported abandoned on TWP 450. It had been there since the day before. The vehicle was towed and U-Haul contacted. Friday, Sept. 27 A truck was reported stolen from a rural residence near Heisler. Vehicle was reported seen in Camrose. Camrose Police Service recovered the stolen vehicle and had it towed. A report was made of a Stars Lottery scam. The Complainant bought a $500 gift card and provided the caller with the card info. File is still under investigation. An abandoned vehicle was reported

on Highway 36 near TWP 450. Member attended and the vehicle was broken down. Vehicle was towed. Gunshots were reported heard in Sedgewick thought to be coming from the golf course. Members attended. Several witnesses spoken to. No firearms found. Gunshots suspected to have come from the field to the North. Wednesday, Oct. 2 A red Honda 3000W generator was stolen from a rural residence on TWP 441. No witnesses or suspects. Thursday, Oct. 3 A Killam Member was called to assist Killam Heath Care Unit with a patient that became aggressive after being administered Narcan. Members attended. Subject no longer aggressive and left in hospital care. A black 2015 Scissor Dump trailer

was stolen from the lot of a business in Killam. Possible surveillance. File is still under investigation. A break and enter was reported at a residence in Killam. The man-door to a garage was kicked in. Nothing noticeable was stolen. File is still under investigation. Killam Members were called to assist with a fire in Lougheed. Member attended. Fire was on scene. Residents got out safely. No criminal intent. Also reported and attended to by Killam RCMP were: 1 - 911 Act 1 - Assist General Public 1 - Assistance to Canadian Federal Dept/Agency 1 - Assistance to Canadian Police (non-RCMP) Agency

3 - Assistance to Canadian Provincial/Territorial Dept/Agency 1 - Breach of Peace 1 - Coroner’s Act-Sudden Death 4 – Failure to attend court or surrender 2 – False Alarms 1 - Information File 1 - Mental Health Act 2 - Moving Traffic – Speeding Violations 2 - Other Moving Traffic Violations 5 - Other Non-Moving Traffic 2 - Other Provincial/Territorial Statutes (not otherwise specified) Other Activities 2 - Traffic Collisions 1 - Trespass Act 3 - Wellbeing Check Report prepared and provided by Killam RCMP

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Editorial: This week marks National Newspaper week As of Sunday, Oct. 6, this week is Canada’s National Newspaper Week. This year’s theme is ‘Keeping it Real,’ which is meant to honour the real people in newsrooms across the country that produce real news in Canadian newspapers, unlike AI generated content. This week we’re hoping Canadians will reflect on the importance of local, independent news media. Community newspapers like The Community Press, or the Viking Weekly Review deliver local, original news content that in many cases cannot be found anywhere else. It’s our job to connect our communities to what’s going on, and in doing so, we often leave the provincial and national news to our bigger siblings, unless there’s something happening that could have a broad local impact. Our focus is local, our focus is you. The Chair of News Media Canada, the national association of newspapers of all sizes, says “..in a fast-paced world with literally dozens of distractions vying for attention each minute of the day, does anyone really care? That is the question. “We think they do and despite a horribly bashful dispo-

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**Submitted Letters to the Editor and Opinion columns reflect the exclusive thoughts and opinions of the article’s author, and do not represent the views of this publication or its staff.** FARMLAND FOR SALE BY TENDER Tenders for the purchase of land in Flagstaff County as described below are invited. Land will be sold subject to all existing reservations and exceptions stated on Certificates of Title. LINC: 0013 990 049 MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 15 TOWNSHIP 40 SECTION 36 QUARTER SOUTH WEST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS

The land has been cropped in 2024 and previous years. There are no buildings or bins of any value. There are approximately 140 cultivated acres and approximately 20 acres of pasture. Access road, wellsite rental has been paying $1,150.00 annually. 2024 payment has been paid and will not be adjusted. Tenders are to be submitted in sealed envelopes marked “MCNABB GRYMALOSKI 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, October 22, 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 November 25, 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 purchase & sale shall proceed utilizing title insurance including “GAP” coverage. The cost of title insurance shall be borne by the Purchaser. 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 Brenda Grymaloski at 780-6784553. This Tender may also be viewed on the Farnham West Stolee Kambeitz LLP website: www.fwsllp.ca

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Rural Municipalities of Alberta rolls out ‘Below the drill’ advocacy paper for rural municipalities Leslie Cholowsky Editor

The Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) is the association of all counties, municipal districts, and special areas; in effect the rural counterpart to Alberta Municipalities (AM), which is an association of Alberta’s urban cities, towns, and villages. Both associations exist to lobby the provincial government when provincial regulations or taxes have an adverse affect on the municipalities they represent. On Tuesday, Oct. 1, the RMA released a paper claiming that provincial policy changes and inaction of the past three years have “stripped Alberta’s municipalities of $332 million in vital municipal tax revenue. “The $332 million in lost revenue is attributed to the GOA’s removal of the Well Drilling Equipment Tax (WDET), the imposition of a three-year tax holiday on new wells, the 35 per cent reduction in assessments on shallow gas

wells, and the continued issue of unpaid taxes from the oil and gas sector.” While the first three might have limited local effects, unpaid oil and gas taxes have cost Flagstaff County millions of dollars in lost revenue. In 2022 the country wrote off four delinquent oil and gas property tax accounts that totalled well over $5.5 million in unpaid taxes from 2018 to 2021. This past February, Flagstaff County cancelled one tax account with a total amount owing of just over $3 million, including penalties, cancelled because the company owing the taxes went into receivership. The RMA says the Province’s actions have placed significant financial strain on rural municipalities, many of which are already facing declining provincial grants and limited alternative revenue sources. “By building and maintaining massive road, bridge, and water/wastewater networks, rural municipalities provide the foundation for Alberta’s energy infrastructure, yet we’ve been

forced to bear the financial brunt of provincial policy decisions to subsidize the oil and gas sector,” said RMA President Paul McLauchlin. “We understand the importance of supporting the industry, but these policies seem to be designed solely to cut costs for oil and gas companies, without consideration of how they may erode the very communities that help drive Alberta’s economy. “This is not just about taxes - it’s about the long-term viability of rural Alberta. Municipalities need stable revenue streams to support roads, bridges, and services that benefit both residents and the oil and gas industry. “Instead of that, we’re seeing the implementation of policies that equate to a handout of companies, many of which, quite frankly, don’t need them,”

McLauchlin added. “If the policies were designed to spur a particular type of growth or activity in specific regions, municipalities may be open to supporting them. “Instead, we see broad industry subsidization, with no reporting or measurement of if or how the reduced tax payments led to more activity, or whether money saved was reinvested in Alberta.” The RMA says it will be releasing a series of reports over the next five weeks that highlight the financial impacts of these policies on rural municipalities. “Each report will focus on a specific policy, providing detailed analysis of its effects from 2021 to 2023, along with recommendations to restore financial stability for Alberta’s municipalities.”

UNRESERVED AUCTION SALE RON AND LOLA PEPPER RYLEY, ALBERTA SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.

Notice of application to be filed for approval of the natural gas distribution franchise agreement between the Village of Lougheed and ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd. Application summary The Alberta Utilities Commission expects to receive an application from ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd. to approve the existing current and valid natural gas distribution franchise agreement with the Village of Lougheed. This application for approval is required due to changes made by the Utilities Affordability Statutes Amendment Act, 2024, to various statutes governing franchise agreements. The current franchise agreement, which took effect in March of 2023, grants ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd. the exclusive right to deliver natural gas to the residents of Village of Lougheed for approximately ten years. No changes to the franchise agreement or to the franchise fee rate rider percentage are being made as part of this application. The franchise fee rate rider percentage will remain at its current rate, which is 15%. Including linear taxes, the resulting average monthly franchise fee for an average residential customer will remain the same at approximately $10.90. The franchise fee is calculated based on distribution charges. An average residential customer uses about 105 gigajoules per year. You may send your concerns about, objections to, or support for the application in writing to the Village of Lougheed or to ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd. on or before October 23, 2024 at: Village of Lougheed, Richard Lavoie, 5004- 50 Street, Lougheed, AB T0B 2V0 Phone: 780-386-3970, e-mail: cao@lougheed.ca ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd., Attn: Franchise Agreement Coordinator, 5302 Forand Street S.W. Calgary, Alberta, T3E 8B4, phone: 310-5678 or 1-888-511-7550; email: franchisecoordinatorgas@atco.com Any submissions received, unless you request otherwise, will be part of the application submitted and will become part of the public record. For more information on franchises or to receive a copy of the franchise agreement please contact either the Village of Lougheed or ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd. at the addresses listed above. For more information: For more information about the AUC or its approval process associated with franchise applications, please contact the AUC directly at 310-4AUC or at info@auc.ab.ca. The Alberta Utilities Commission is an independent, quasi-judicial regulatory body responsible for making decisions about utility-related applications. Issued on October 9, 2024 Alberta Utilities Commission

LOCATION: 51113 Rg Rd 173, Riley, Alberta, Beaver County DIRECTIONS: Being from the Junction of Highway 14 & Secondary 854, go north to T intersection, then west 1 mile to Rg. Rd 173, then 11/2 miles north

Watch For Signs. GST will be charged where applicable. Lunch Available. Tractors: JD 4050 Tractor, CAH, 15 sp trans, 3ph, dual PTO, dual hyd., c/w JD 148 FEL, bucket, grapple & joystick, 9085 hrs, S/N R.W.4050P003924; Case 2090 Tractor, CAH, PS trans, 4 hyd., dual PTO, duals, c/w Ezze-On 100 F.E.L. & bucket & snowblade, 3157.9 hrs., showing, S/N 12046721; AC WD 45 Tractor, pulley, 2-point hitch, not running Antiques: Antique Trailer; 48-inch Yard Leveller; Pump Eng; Ammo Boxes; Cast Implement Seat; Ice Tongs; 8-inch x 50-ft Drive Belt; Colored Insulators; Havoline Oil Pump c/w tank; 20-gal. Crock; 10-gal. Crock c/w lid; 5-gal. Water Crock; 4-6-1-gal. Crocks; Coal Pail; Hames; Neck Yokes; (3) Wooden Barrels; Lard Pails; Enamel Coffee Pot; Sad Irons; Butter Press; Glass Butter Churn; Silverware Set; Wash Tubs; Coke Box; Egg Crates; Shaving Kit; Straight Razors; Doll Carriage; Rogers Tins; Wooden Stand; Oak Table c/w extensions; Round Oak Table; Oak Table c/w chairs & hutch; Oak 4-Drawer Chest; Coal Oil Lamps; Mantel & Wall Clocks; Singer Sewing Machine; Assort. Records; Beatty Pump Jack; Leg Vises; Horse Collars; Beatty Stanchions Boat: Lund 12-ft Aluminum Boat; Honda 100 Boat Motor Trucks & Trailers: 2003 GMC Sierra 2500, extend-a-cab, 4x4 Truck, 400 engine, auto, power W & DL, unknown km, S/N 1GTGK29UO3Z148627; 1989 Quiring Tandem Axle Shopbuilt Bumper Pull Trailer c/w 6-ft x 14ft deck, lights & brakes, S/N 6633502; Commander Single Axle Skidoo Trailer c/w 5-ft x 7-ft metal deck, S/N 2C9VT9617JE045023 Cattle Equipment: Hi-Hog Squeeze c/w auto catch headgate c/w Palpation Cage; Hi-Hog 2section S Alley c/w cat walk; Hi-Hog Roller Gate; Hi-Hog 12-ft Panel c/w 4-ft walk-in gate; (3) 10-ft Hi-Hog Panels; Hi-Hog 8-ft Panel c/w 4-ft & 3-ft gates; See High-Hog Photos; (2) 30-ft Bunk

Feeders c/w belt tub; (2) UFA Feed Bunks; (2) Round Bale Feeders; (2) Bale Pipe Round Bale Feeders; Assort Gates & Panels; Rubber Feed Tubs; Calf Sled; Calf Warming Box; Insulated Dog House; Electric Wire Fence Posts; Electric Fence Wire Equipment: JD 10-ft DT Cult c/w hyd. ram; Linden Trailer Fully Hyd. Post Pounder; Farm King 10-ft 3-ph Harrow Drawbar c/w HD harrows; McKee Hay Stack Mover; HD Wagon c/w airplane tires; Farm King HD Farm Wagon; Hyd Post Hole Auger c/w 12-inch bit & 5-ft ext; Hesston Stack Mover Trailer; 3-ph 48-inch Cult Miscellaneous: JD TRS26 SP Snowblower c/w ES, like new; JD 15 Yard Wagon c/w dump box; Ariens Rocket 28-inch 8-hp SP Rear Rototiller; Small Garden Cultivator; Husquvarna 445 Chainsaw; Honda WX30X 3-inch Water Pump; Carolina 55T HD Hyd Press; Carolina HD Metal Bandsaw; Hitachi Planer Jointer; Delta 161/2 Floor Drill Press; Wood Working Dust Collector; 22T Air Jack; 3T Floor Jack; Forney EL Welder; Engine Jacks; Propane Cutting Torch c/w cart; Assort. 2-inch & 3-inch Collapsible Hose; Radial Arm Saw; Delta Bandsaw; (2) Estate Sprayers; Wood Chipper; Bucket Pallet Forks; Work Bench c/w metal bender; Dry Wall Lift; Transit c/w tripod & stick; Kodiak 4x4 Quad, needs repair; 250-gal. Tank; Airport Cart; (3) Sets Scaffolding c/w wheels; Two 18-inch x10-ft Culverts c/w coupler; 130-gal. Tidy Tank c/w 12V Pump; Cement Mixer; Assort. Landscaping Bricks; Assort. 6-ft & 7-ft Treated Posts; Assort. Cedar Lumber; Plywood; Tires; Work Benches; Cabinets; Bolt Bins; Bolts, Screws, Nails; Power Tools; Receivers; Iron; Cords; Chains; Hand Tools; CClamps; Wrenches; Pipe Wrenches; Air Tools; Livestrong Treadmill; Couch; Coffee Table & End Table; China Cabinet; Misc Dishes & Ornaments; Many more items

Visit our website for full listings and pictures: www.millersauctionservice.com Auctioneer Note: Mr. & Mrs. Pepper are moving into town therefore this Sale. Plan on attending. For more information call Ron Pepper at 780-983-1242 or Millers Auction Service at 780-789-2226 or 780-920-6738. www.millersauctionservice.com License No. 200809 Box 71, Sunnybrook, AB

This list is subject to additions or deletions. TERMS: Cash or valid cheques, certified check, bank draft, bank letter of credit, ALVIN MILLER (780) 789-2226 electronic transfer, Mastercard or Visa. 3% or Cell (780) 920-6738 usage fee for Mastercard and Visa. No purTREVOR MILLER (780) 722-2705 chases to be removed until settlement has BARRY KASHA (780) 374-2472 Camrose, Daysland, been made. List is subject to additions Killam, Tofield, Holden, and/or deletions. Neither the owner, the Kingman, Rosalind, Viking auctioneer or staff of the auctioneer shall Clerk: Tera Lange “For Reasonable Rates and Excellent, be held responsible for any loss or accident on or off the auction site. Friendly Service, Give Us A Call”

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Daysland Jr. High Girls Volleyball squad takes gold at home

Following up from last week, the Daysland Jr. High School Girl’s Volley-

festival! Be sure to decorate your yard and or store front to be entered for prizes! Judging will take place Saturday, Oct. 30! Good luck to all and we look forward to seeing your decorations! The Daysland Business Asso-

Sedgewick littles enjoy Flagstaff Children’s Festival Sandra Erickson Ph: 780-384-2030

Sedgewick email: sedgewicknews@gmail.com

Please be advised that the Village of Lougheed is proposing to increase the local access fee, which is charged to FortisAlberta Inc. (FortisAlberta) for use of municipal lands for its power lines effective January 1, 2025. The fee is recovered by FortisAlberta from its customers as the local municipal access fee on electric billings of all customers that receive electric service in the Town of Sedgewick. This local access fee will be increased from $4.05 (5%) to $6.68 (8%) of the delivery charge of FortisAlberta, excluding energy related riders. This calculation is based on 640 kWh consumption in 30 days. Questions or concerns should be directed to: Richard Lavoie, CAO UGHEE LO Village of Lougheed 5004 50 St, Lougheed, AB T0B 2V0. Office: 780-386-3970 RI IL EN D LY V Thank you.

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ing their new cafe in Lougheed. Congratulations to Barb Hof on opening her new alterations business in Killam. The Senior Centre is having a Coffee and Games afternoon on Wednesday, Oct. 16. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy the afternoon. The Sedgewick Seventh Day Adventist Church Hall is hosting a Halloween Party on Oct. 20.

FRANCHISE FEE INCREASE NOTICE

1911 FIRE HALL

Looking for fun this fall/winter? Come and try us out!!

it's Golden Ticket month! Find the golden ticket during your library visit for a chance to win a big prize package with fun for the entire family! CHSPS drama club is in the final stages of getting ready for their play on Oct. 30. Come on out, take in the play ‘The Legend of Sleepy Hollow,’ and support our young students. Tickets available at the door. Congratulations to Minesh and Family on open-

sharing their success, please reach out! We love celebrating these things as a community and boasting about our teams, individuals and talent. ‘Til next week!

THE

If you saw little people downtown with painted faces on Thursday morning, you were probably seeing participants in the Sedgewick edition of the Flagstaff Children's Festival! Sponsored by the Flagstaff Early Childhood and Youth Partnership, the festival, which also ran in Forestburg on Wednesday, was free for participants, and showcased a range of early childhood service providers and organizations from across our region. The young attendees had lots of fun playing with playdough, building with boxes and logs, preparing snacks, making crafts, constructing Lego creations, diving into sensory bins, tackling an obstacle course, and so much more. Meanwhile, parents had the opportunity to

learn about services available to assist families with young children. A few lucky families even went home with marvelous door prize baskets! How wonderful to have such an event in our own community! If you are looking for a regular activity to take your child to, check out Building Blocks. It's a free program for children ages 0-5 and runs in Daysland, Forestburg, and Sedgewick. It's about movement, fine and gross motor skills, and giving your child all the things they need to know to have a successful start into kindergarten. Give it a try, you will love it! For more information contact Flagstaff Community Adult Learning in Killam. The Sedgewick Library is also having a lot of activities coming up and some include PD day events. Pre-registration is required as they require a minimum to run. The VIP Meat fundraiser will also be back this October. And

ciation held their more recent meeting today, but all are welcome to attend future meetings. If you have some news, or know of someone or a team that we should be

E. daysland.ab.news@gmail.com

If you care to contribute, please leave your bottles out by the curb and they will be sure to collect. They thank everyone for their continued support. This year is the 8th annual (Daysland Business Association) scarecrow

Celeste Ewan Daysland & Area

ball team finished their home tournament in their three sets against Killam and took home gold! Way to go girls! The Daysland Thunderstars minor hockey bottle drive takes place Monday, Oct. 18, and starts at 5 p.m.

FRANCHISE FEE INCREASE NOTICE

**REEL ALTERNATIVE** Oct. 4 & 5 @ 7:30 pm Monday, Oct. 21 @ 7:30 pm Sunday, Oct. 6 @ 2 pm MATINEE (Matinee Only on Sunday)

HAROLD AND THE PURPLE CRAYON G. Adventure/Comedy Zachary Levi, Lil Rel Howery

Oct. 11 & 12 @ 7:30 pm Sunday, Oct. 13 @ 2 pm MATINEE (Matinee Only on Sunday)

BORDERLANDS

Wednesday, Oct. 23 @ 7:30 pm

PAST LIVES

PG. Korean/English Drama. Greta Lee, Teo Yoo

Oct. 25 & 26 @ 7:30 pm Sunday, Oct. 27 @ 2 pm MATINEE (Matinee Only on Sunday)

BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE

PG. Coarse language, not for young kids Edgar Ramirez, Cate Blanchett

14A. Gory scenes. Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder

Oct. 18 & 19 @ 7:30 pm Sunday, Oct. 20 @ 2 pm MATINEE

Movie Tickets: Adults $10,

(Matinee Only on Sunday)

IT ENDS WITH US PG. Mature subject matter. Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni

Seniors & Students $8, Children 3-11 $5. Family $25.

daysarts.ca/now-playing

The Village of Alliance is proposing to increase the local access fee, which is charged to ATCO Electric for use of the municipal lands for its power lines effective January 1, 2025. The fee is recovered by ATCO Electric from its customers as the local franchise fee on electric billings of all customers that receive electric service in the Village of Alliance. The franchise fee will be increased from 6% to 8% on the delivery charges of ATCO Electric excluding energy related riders. The average residential increase has been estimated at $2.56 per month. Residents of the Village of Alliance have until October 15, 2024 to make their concerns known in writing by contacting: Village of Alliance, Box 149, Alliance, AB T0B0A0 Email: cao@villageofalliance.ca

FRANCHISE FEE INCREASE NOTICE

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Teams, Individuals, New to the sport!

Come join the fun!

Heisler Winter Bowling League 2024-2025 L Leag eague ue 2024 20 20 02 024 24-2 -20 2 2025 02 0 25 Seniors: starts Fri., Oct. 18 - 10am Ladies: starts Tues., Oct. 15 - 10am Contact Margaret 780-889-2190 Mixed M iix xed League: xed League L e ag ea eague eague: gu ue: starts stta st art art rttss Nov. Nov Nov ov. 4 7:30 pm - Monday & Wednesday Contact Conta C ontta ac Al Al 780-385-6213 78 -3 38 3 85 8 5-6 6 62 21 2 13 For info on all other bowling, neon bowling, rentals of lobby and backroom

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Please be advised that the Town of Sedgewick is proposing to increase the local access fee, which is charged to FortisAlberta Inc. (FortisAlberta) for use of municipal lands for its power lines effective January 1, 2025*. The fee is recovered by FortisAlberta from its customers as the local municipal access fee on electric billings of all customers that receive electric service in the Town of Sedgewick. This local access fee will be increased from $8.92(11_%) to $10.02(12%) of the delivery charge of FortisAlberta, excluding energy related riders. This calculation is based on 640 kWh consumption in 30 days. Questions or concerns should be directed to: Sean Mascaluk, GROW WITH US Chief Administrative Officer, at 780-384-3504 Thank you. SEDGEWICK

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FARMLAND FOR SALE BY TENDER The following properties are offered for sale by tender, subject to the restrictions, reservations and non-financial obligations in the existing Certificates of Title:

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FIRST MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 10 TOWNSHIP 42 SECTION 10 QUARTER NORTH WEST AS SHOWN ON A PLAN OF SURVEY OF THE SAID TOWNSHIP SIGNED AT OTTAWA ON THE 15TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D. 1907, CONTAINING 64.3 HECTARES (159 ACRES) MORE OR LESS. EXCEPTING THEREOUT: 0.109 HECTARES (0.27 ACRES) MORE OR LESS AS SHOWN ON ROAD PLAN 4447CL. EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS SECOND MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 10 TOWNSHIP 42 SECTION 10 QUARTER SOUTH WEST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 64.3 HECTARES (159 ACRES) MORE OR LESS THIRD MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 10 TOWNSHIP 42 SECTION 10 QUARTER NORTH EAST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 64.3 HECTARES (159 ACRES) MORE OR LESS FOURTH MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 10 TOWNSHIP 42 SECTION 10 QUARTER SOUTH EAST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 64.3 HECTARES (159 ACRES) MORE OR LESS 277 Cultivated Acres more or less. Located six half miles south of Hardisty. Water well and three small grain bins on NW 10-42-10 W4. Fresh water spring on SW 10-42-10 W4. Gas well on NE 10-42-10 W4 surface rental not paid for 2024. Most of pasture fenced except on east side of property. PARCEL 2 FIRST MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 11 TOWNSHIP 41 SECTION 26 QUARTER NORTH WEST CONTAINING 64.3 HECTARES (159 ACRES) MORE OR LESS EXCEPTING THEREOUT: 3.69 ACRES MORE OR LESS FOR ROAD AS SHOWN ON ROAD PLAN 5751CL EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO ENTER AND WORK THE SAME AS SET FORTH IN TRANSFER 1714NH SECOND MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 11 TOWNSHIP 41 SECTION 26 QUARTER SOUTH WEST CONTAINING 64.3 HECTARES (159 ACRES) MORE OR LESS EXCEPTING THEREOUT: 0.96 OF AN ACRE MORE OR LESS FOR ROAD AS SHOWN ON ROAD PLAN 5751CL EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO ENTER AND WORK THE SAME AS SET FORTH IN TRANSFER 1714NH 237 cultivated acres more or less. Located two miles south, one mile east of Bellshill School.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS Estate of Eva Marilyn Anderson who died on August 2, 2024

If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by November 8, 2024 with

Kate Nunn Law

4903-49 Avenue, Athabasca, AB T9S 1C7

and provide details of your claim. If you do not file by the date above, the Estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

No adjustment for 2024 property taxes paid in full by owner. No adjustment for surface lease rental. Any buyer will receive any future surface lease rental payments made after closing date. The owner and any successful buyer agree to split the cost of any “gap” title insurance necessary to complete this transaction. Tenders in sealed envelopes marked “Fossum Tender”, with tenderer’s GST number and accompanied by bank draft made payable to “Andreassen Borth In Trust”, for 5% of the amount of the tender, must be delivered before 12:00 noon on October 31st, 2024, to the offices of Andreassen Borth, 5014-50 Street, P.O. Box 727, Killam, Alberta, T0B 2L0, phone 780-385-3670. Interested parties may tender on one or both parcels. Unless the tender specifies that the owner can only accept or reject the entire tender, the owner may accept the tender as to one parcel and reject the tender as to the other parcel. Tenders will not be opened in public. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid to Andreassen Borth on or before November 29, 2024. Tenders are irrevocable and shall remain open until dealt with by the offices of Andreassen Borth. If a successful tenderer does not complete the purchase after acceptance of that tender, their deposit shall be forfeited. The highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. The owner reserves the right to reject any and all tenders. Deposits received from unsuccessful tenderers will be returned to them by mail. For further information please call Brent at 780-518-5913.

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Bowling has led to many wonderful opportunities for two Sedgewick players who continue to promote the game locally Sedgewick YBC coach Verna Erickson recently recognized for 25-year association with Master Bowlers of Alberta Leslie Cholowsky Editor

For Verna Erickson of Sedgewick, bowling has gone from a fun sport to something more as she grew more involved in the game. She says she started five-pin bowling when she moved to Sedgewick after meeting her husband. “I took the technical part of the program in 1986, but with my growing family I didn’t get back to it until our kids got into the sport.” She says at that point she began helping out the other bowling coach, Garry Klein. That’s also when she decided to go back to the training program, and finish her Master’s certificate, in 1999, to better herself in bowling knowledge and learn how to be an effective coach. “This is when I got involved in the Master Bowlers’ Association of Alberta, and I’m still coaching youth bowling (YBC) today.” Erickson has coached out of Sedgewick, Sherwood Park, and Camrose, leading youth teams to tournaments along the way. “Over the years, in the Masters, I qualified for three national teams myself, and represented the Alberta Ladies team in three different provincial competitions.”

She says the first was in 2003 in Gatineau, Quebec, where her team brought home gold. In 2009, she was on the Alberta team competing in Saskatoon, and in 2020, she was set to travel to St. John’s, Newfoundland, but it was in the middle of the pandemic, and the tournament was cancelled. “That was a very big disappointment, as you can imagine,” she says, “but overall, it’s not a bad record for a small-town bowler.” In 2011, Erickson earned her Level 2 ticket to coach at a national level, which she thinks has helped her improve her overall coaching skills with all age groups. “This year I received my 25-year Life Membership Award, which is a bowling ball, that I cherish. “I’m not sure how many more years I will continue to coach,” Erickson says. “I’d like to put the word out that coaching bowling is so very rewarding, and I’d really love to see the youth program continue here. “Dust off your bowling shoes and keep this great sport going in Sedgewick. Don’t let it die. There’s no equipment to buy, and it’s easy to learn, and the bowling lanes can be a place where lifelong friendships are made. “You can play this sport until you’re over 90, and it’s also a lot of fun!”

Verna Erickson from Sedgewick has been coaching since 1999, when she started helping out existing coach Garry Klein. That’s also when she got involved with Master Bowlers’ Association of Alberta who presented her with a 25-year Life Membership Award this year, in the form of a bowling ball.

Well-known Sedgewick bowler Garry Klein has been coaching area youth since 1989 Leslie Cholowsky Editor

Garry Klein, of Sedgewick, says he became president of Sedgewick’s Youth Bowling program in 1987, and started coaching in 1989. He says, “I was certified in 1990 as a Level 1 coach.” Klein says, “I had the privilege of taking YBC kids to many tournaments throughout the years, which was a great experience, for them and for me. “In 2000, I took three boys to Leduc for the YBC/Masters Provincials and we came home with the gold medal.” He says he retired from coaching in 2020, but continues to be a member of the Master Bowlers’ Association of Alberta, Senior Division. He says in the Masters Teaching Men’s Division he’s won Provincials twice, in 1998 and in 2009. “My highest Masters single game was a 418. “I have qualified five times for the National Men’s team.

“The first time was in 1998 in Calgary, where we won silver.” He says he competed nationally twice in Saskatoon, in 2001 and 2009, in Hamilton in 2015, and was all set to compete in St. John’s in 2020 when COVID hit. “That was a real disappointment.” Klein received his Life Time Membership Award from the Master Bowlers Association in Alberta back in 2015. “2025 will mark 35 years in this great organization for me,” he says. Klein and Verna Erickson would love to see the sport of bowling, and especially youth bowling, continue in the region where they’ve put so much of their time into promoting and playing the game they both love. Garry Klein of Sedgewick shows off his 25-year Life Membership Award from Master Bowlers of Alberta, which he was awarded back in 2015. Klein spent 30 years coaching youth bowling in the region while also playing on the Men’s National Team, where he says his highest score “so far” is 418.

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Sedgewick Museum and Library partner to host memorable ‘Nostalgia Night’ with special reading Leslie Cholowsky Editor

The Sedgewick and District Library hosted a unique event last Tuesday, Oct. 1, partnering with the Sedgewick Archives and Museum to present a special ‘Nostalgia Night.’ Earlier in the year, Museum volunteer Joan Djos received an email from Patrick Horton. Horton’s ancestors, Selwyn and Dora Horton, had settled at Sedgewick, from England, from 1911 and 1919. Dora, a prolific letter writer, wrote to her mother weekly about life on the prairie over all the years the family was in Sedgewick. As it turned out, all of her letters were kept, and once in the hands of Patrick, who is himself a freelance writer, the idea of putting them together into a book came about. Patrick is from England. He is a contributor for The Lonely Planet having authored a number of their guides, including “Delhi” and “Russia and Belarus.” The Lonely Planet publishes top-of-the-line travel guides that don’t just get you from A to B but offer up descriptions of detailed experiences available to visitors. Horton emailed the file to Djos, who printed it, and at well over 500 pages, it completely filled a large binder, and is now part of the Museum’s collection. When Patrick Horton came out to Sedgewick last week, he brought some family members and they vis-

Patrick Horton (right) and and his brother Roger (left) and nephew Tim were down to visit Sedgewick early last week to see first hand where their ancestors Selwyn and Dora Horton moved to from 1911 to 1919. Horton brought a book created from Dora’s letters home to England and personal anecdotes which he read excerpts from and donated to the library afterwards.

ited the homestead site of Selwyn and Dora. He also brought a bound edition of the book of letters and personal accounts, presenting it to the library at the end of the evening. Library Manager Barb McConnell says between 25 and 30 people came out for the event, adding, “We had a very receptive crowd.” Patrick put the book together, and the letters are arranged by year. As the Horton family grows, at one

point in 1917 daughter Joan takes over the writing duties as Dora is temporarily ill. The heading for 1917 is nearly irresistable, as it reads: “Joan writes home, mother is ill, the weather is vile; snowed in for two weeks, the bread is frozen, the cats lost their ears, Joan wants to be a teacher, still snow in April, Joan drives a buggy, Kingsley almost burns the house down, Dora votes for the first time, Dora escapes a dust storm, Baby Thelma is born.” Quite a year! These letters from Dora, written home to England, painted a picture of a very lonely woman. At one point, she says she hadn’t spoken to another woman in a month. Her husband Selwyn didn’t farm, but he tried his hand at many other things in the region, including working for other farmers. Dora’s letters were detailed and entertaining, true snapshots of life as she lived it. She went on to publish quite a number of books, mostly for children in her full name: Theodora Horton. After the reading, guests had the opportunity to talk with the Hortons and visit with one another. Djos and McConnell say this was so successful they’d like to partner more in future. Djos has a project she’s

working on that she’s hoping will be ready for next spring. Meanwhile McConnell, who is also the Library Manager for Lougheed Library, says she’d love to host a similar event there. Lougheed Library has the archives of the original Lougheed News, predating the purchase of that newspaper by A.L. Eastly to become part of The Community Press sometime between 1917 and the 1920s. McConnell is hoping to host an evening or possibly a regular event to feature the old news editions in some way.

Theodora (Dora) Horton’s published works include: -Creatures Great and Small -Through the Shining Doorway -Through Dreamland’s Door -Creatures Great and Small Book V -Just the Thing -A Sheaf of Stories “For Preachers, Teachers, and Parents.” -Another Sheaf of Stories -Into the Storied Past Most were published in the 1930’s by Victory Press, with ‘Just the Thing’ and ‘A Sheaf of Stories’ published by National Sunday School Union, London. The first in 1958, unknown for the second.

The book of Dora Horton’s letters and personal anecdotes from living in the Sedgewick area in the 1911 to 1919 years is available at the Sedgewick Library for checkout.

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Beautiful fall colours paint the countryside Diane Dammann Alliance P. 780-879-3970 E. petendia@gmail.com

What beautiful days for a drive through our beautiful, colourful countryside. We have much to be thankful for. Kerry Komix celebrated a birthday on Sunday. Her son and daughter-in-law and the all important granddaughter as well as Kerry’s daughter brought their motorhome up from Calgary to spend the weekend with Kerry. I got to meet the family when I stopped by with a birthday card. There were 18 of us in church on Sunday. Dale Jones did the message about a Jewish Wedding. He related it to the communion which we shared at the end of the service. Laura Towers was our pianist since Betty Spady was not feeling up to it that day. We are so fortunate to have two accomplished musicians in the congregation. The conversation at lunch after church turned to the Christmas concert. Beth will be checking on the dates of the schools’ concerts and we will choose our date then. I have one entertainer booked, Joseph Schellenberg. He said he might bring his harp. He bought Elizabeth Gaal’s place across from the grocery store. I had a quick chat with Jan McIsaac’s daughter on Sunday. John and Jan have moved so the family was here to clean out the trailer. John is in Castor. The McIsaac’s have been long time residents in Alliance. Their home was the trailer behind the Credit Union. Jaimie Carroll came from Calgary this weekend to see his mom, Dianne, in Galahad Health

Care and tend to the property at Alliance. Ed and Pam Muise have sold their home. I don’t know the possession date. Friday night, a group of women armed with brushes gathered in the lounge at the Valley Inn to paint a cow. It was the third Paint Night Fundraiser for the Library. The cow was a picture of a Highland cow with long horn and curly hair. Michelle Heibert was once again the instructor. The boss of the Valley Inn knew that we were coming so she sent Rav down to help out for the evening. Rav is now in Edmonton doing office work but she jumped at the chance to come to Alliance and see her friends that she made when she was here from February to July. There are still a few ladies who meet on Wednesday morning for coffee at the restaurant. Margaurite McPherson was among us this week. I hadn’t seen her for a while. The men gather every morning for coffee. The Legion meeting on Thursday evening started plans for the Nov. 11 service. Roger Spady is in charge of the committee. There will be a potluck lunch as before.

If you would like to lay a wreath, let Roger know so it can be programed in. Thursday afternoon the Seniors hosted an information session with Holly Bovencamp about meals on wheels. Meals are available in frozen containers for a reasonable price. They are prepared in a restaurant in Camrose and delivered to town. There are more renovations going on at the Trading Post, locally known as “Connie’s Store.” The room at the back has been nicely set up with used items for decoure. More shelving has been added and a new deep freeze made its way in this week. She has a huge amout of stock. I always check before I head out of town and I can often find what I need right here in town. The WI meets this week on Wednesday at the Rec Centre. I think there will be birthday cake again since Kerry had a birthday and Trudy Lamoriss celebrates one on the 11th. The Arena Committee is once again going to great lengths to have an amazing Maze Daze at the arena. Happy Thanksgiving to all.

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Council Highlights Special Council Meeting of October 7, 2024 Council Highlights briefly identify decisions made by Council. Council encourages its residents, businesses and stakeholders to keep in touch with Council news. Electoral Boundaries Bylaw Council approved first reading of the Electoral Boundaries Bylaw 08/24 (Version 1 utilizing five divisions based on a balanced population and five councillors). Once approved, the full Council Meeting minutes can be found at www.flagstaff.ab.ca under the “Council” tab and in the “Meetings and Minutes” section.

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Wheat Kings face double losses over weekend play Leslie Cholowsky Editor

The Killam Jr. B Wheat Kings hosted back-to-back games on the weekend, hoping to gain a couple of early season points, but were frustrated both Friday and Saturday. On Friday, Oct. 4, the Wheat Kings hosted the St. Paul Canadiens. The first period saw a mid-period goal from St. Paul on a power play to take a one-goal lead that would haunt Killam for the rest of the game. Second period play saw Jordan Gagnon tuck in a short-handed goal early to rebound 1-1, unassisted. With a minute left in the period, the Canadiens scored on another power play goal, to stay ahead 2-1. In the final period St. Paul scored early to take a 3-1 lead before Gagnon, assisted by Carter Hogman, brought Killam within one for his second of the night, and a 3-2 final. Gagnon led in points and penalty minutes at the end of the game. Ryan Stepanick had the loss in goal, facing 46 shots to Killam’s 35.

The Wheat Kings hosted the Vermilion Tigers on Saturday night, in a onesided match that saw the Tigers take home a 6-1 win. Aiden Borgel scored the only goal for Killam, from Cade Schatschneider and Brady Parchoma, in the third period. Kailum Grove took the loss in goal, facing 47 shots from the Tigers compared to 27 overall for the Wheaties. Wheat Kings Head Coach Bob Charchun says, “The top half of the league will be strong this year. “We want to give our new players some experience playing at this level. “It will be a big adjustment for some of our players; it will take some time.” This year the team has a lot of local players who have moved up through the minor hockey systems in the region. “We have many things to work on as a team, but we have also seem some positive signs from our group. “The biggest ask we have is to work hard every time they are at the rink, and try and improve as much as they can through the process.”

Now the Wheat Kings will hit the road, heading out Saturday, Oct. 12, to Onion Lake to take on the Border Chiefs.

The Wheat Kings are back at home Friday, Oct. 18, when they will host the Lloydminster Bandits for the first time this season.

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KPS students raise nearly $5k Leslie Cholowsky Editor

The students of Killam Public School set a goal to raise $3,000 for the Terry Fox Foundation this year, and ended up blowing that out of the water with total funds raised at $4,977. They even upped the goal to $3,500 and beat that. That’s great news for the Foundation, but not so great for Grade 7 teacher

Riley Gratrix and Logan Holben. Both challenged students, saying if they met their goal, (Mr. Gratrix) or if a single class raised $500 (Holben) they would shave their heads publicly. Students gathered around outside on Thursday, Oct. 3, when Gratrix had his head shaved by student Aspen Snethun, followed by Holben, whose head was shaved by Easten Gordon. Principal Keely Nelson was standing by to help both students do a good job.

The students of Killam Public School raised nearly $5,000 for the Terry Fox Foundation, pulling in $4,977 this fall. Teacher Riley Gratrix challenged students to meet the initial fundraising goal of $3,500, promising to let a student shave his head if they did. Above: Aspen Snethun was happy to help him fulfill the terms of his dare. Left: Killam businessman Logan Holben challenged any class to raise $500 for an opportunity to shave his head. When two classes beat that mark, he chose the Grade 5 class as the winner. Both went under the razor in Killam last Thursday, Oct. 3 at the school in front of students.

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taken by fellow community members. We’ll have snacks,

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Alliance ‘Paint Night’ draws a crowd

On Friday, Oct. 4, a group of women armed with brushes gathered at the Valley Inn in Alliance to paint a cow. The evening was a fundraiser for the Alliance Library, with instructor Michelle Hebert hosting.

East Central Senior Hockey League action to start in late October Leslie Cholowsky Editor

The East Central Senior Hockey League is scheduled to have play officially get underway on Friday, Oct. 25. Before then, however, the 2023-24 Champions Sedgewick Sabres will host a pre-season game against the newcomer Wainwright Rustlers, Friday, Oct. 18. The Forestburg Flyers hosted a skate on Sept. 11, looking for players and volunteers for the upcoming season. The Hughenden Jets hosted their last of a couple of open skate in Wainwright Oct. 6, and are also welcoming new

faces. When the season opens Oct. 25, the Sabres will travel to Provost to take on the Combines and the Coronation Royals will head to Forestburg to take on the Flyers in Forestburg’s season opener. The Hughenden Jets will take on Irma on the road Saturday, Oct. 26, while Oyen and Stettler battle it out in Stettler, and the Wainwright Rustlers and Delburne Outlaws fight it out in Delburne. Sedgewick won’t play their home opener until Saturday, Nov. 2, when they’ll host Wainwright again, and same with Hughenden, who will take on Delburne that same night.

OBITUARIES Sarah Likness

With broken hearts we announce the passing of Sarah Likness. Sarah, age 75, passed away peacefully October 2, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born January 10, 1949 in Vlaardingen, Holland and came to Canada at the age of 9. She is predeceased by her father Arie and mother Maria Vanderborden, brother Arie, sister Willie and daughter

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Cindy, who she can't wait to see on the other side. Sarah is forever loved and missed by her husband Vern, son Ken (Donna), granddaughters Kaylee (Evan), Danielle, daughter Rose (Gord) and stepchildren Karen (Ken) and Marven (Shalene). Sisters Pleutje Maria, Erna and Debbie. She also forever loved her grandchildren Jake (Danielle), Brittney, Ricci Lee, Mackenzie (Katelyn), Justin (Morgan) and Katherine, two greatgrandchildren, Mattie and Phoenix along with many more relatives and friends. She had an immense love for her family and was a fun, dedicated grandma who was not

ready to leave her grandchildren. She will be dearly missed and loved by her very close friend Verna. Sarah was determined to fight various cancers during her life. She never gave up hope until it was lost. She was strong. There was never any quit in Sarah. At the request of Sarah there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cancer Institute or the charity of one’s choice. Fee and Sons (1978) Ltd Funeral Home & Crematorium in charge of arrangements. “Helping Families & their Communities for over 100 years.”

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Business AND Professional, Oilfield AND Energy DIRECTORY

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Maple bugs in and around Hardisty the talk - and the scourge - of the town Ricci Matthews Ph: 780-888-2490

Hardisty Call Ricci with your news!

Well hello, folks. Well this is the week that we are all going to celebrate Thanksgiving in one way or another. Some will gather at their places of worship and listen to thought-provoking sermons, pray and sing their hearts out. Others will be fueling up their cars and filling the food hampers to take to a big family gathering that is miles away. Others are busy working in healthcare or industries that do not take days off because their work is what is keeping us safe, fed, watered, warm, and keeping the lights on. Be thankful for these folks, because they are the salt of the earth and sometimes we forget about their importance. We take these amenities for granted because they are so accessible and rarely fail us. Remember how very lucky we are in the world that is going crazy. Thank the dear Lord or whomever you give thanks to. We wish you a very happy Thanksgiving. St. Paul's United Church will have their service on Sunday at 10 a.m. I am sure that many of you have already purchased your big turkey, ham, or other delicious meat that you are serving and now you are deciding what fabulous side dishes and desserts you are going to add. Planning a big family gathering is not for the faint of heart. Not only do you have to prepare the meal but your house has to be presentable. I have the joy of having a

wonderful cleaning lady. She and my husband cleaned all those wretched filthy, dusty windows, inside and out. You can actually look out the windows and see way down the road and recognize what vehicle is coming up the road. You can see what cows have managed to break down a fence and if that old moose is back in the area. Yes, clean windows are a godsend! Everywhere you go in town you notice the abundance of maple bugs that are crawling on every sunny wall, windows, doors, etc. They make people crazy and everyone comments on them and wishes they were dead. Complete strangers start up a conversation at the post office, be-

moaning their wretched existence. Whilst waiting at the Vision Credit Union for my turn, I had an interesting conversation with a local man who was informing me of all the different products he was using to rid his home of the bugs. It seems everyone has a concoction of one kind or another but darn, these bugs are tough to eradicate. I do not remember them being so prevalent 20 years ago or is my memory just fading? A few strong frosts should do the trick unless of course the little buggers are now in your house ...haha! We might be at war with these bugs but at least we are not truly experiencing the ravages of the middle east war or the Ukraine. Be Thankful. We have another won-

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SALES PERSON OPPORTUNITY Working at Campbell - McLennan Chrysler in Sales on a daily basis is challenging at times to find or locate the right vehicle to suit the customer’s needs. It's the most rewarding business once you finalize the transaction and see the excitement of the customer taking delivery of the vehicle of their choice! Campbell - McLennan's success is offering the best possible experience in Sales, Parts, and Service and treating customers the best possible way! We are looking for a sales person looking for a future in the car business! Experience is preferred, but not necessary, we will train the successful applicant. We offer a clean, warm, fun environment, benefits (we pay 1/2), guarantee, office /computer, huge selection of New / Used inventory to sell, tremendous experienced staff to learn from, and a professional atmosphere to work in! We have the best loyal customer base willing to meet you!

If you would like more information please don't hesitate to contact Wes Campbell, 33 years in the business, to answer any questions you may have. Email your resume at wcampbell@cmchrysler.ca or call 780-385-2121 or drop by Campbell - McLennan Chrysler in Killam.

derful addition to Hardisty's population. We welcome a sweet little girl named Joury. She is the fourth child of Hadi Halabi and his beautiful wife. They now have three girls and one boy. Huge congratulations to the family and the grandparents too. Larry and Linda Stuart recently had the pleasure of attending the Smoky Lake Annual Pumpkin Fair. The town has 1,150 people but grows to 10,000 people when they have the pumpkin weigh-offs. They know how to deal with a crowd by having 20 food trucks, a corn maze, a huge car show, and artisan markets around the town. Sixty

growers show off their wares. They started with watermelons; three pounds to 198.5 pounds. Don Crews of Lloydminster grew the biggest, longest gourds at 83 inches long! A fellow from Castor won with a squash weighing in at 181 pounds. Field pumpkins weighed 14-113 pounds. The winner of the monstrous pumpkin was no other than Don Crews, last year’s winner. His pumpkin weighed 2,137 pounds this year and last year was 2,037.5 pounds! He is the Canadian champion for the largest pumpkin ever grown! He gave the audience growing tips. He is selling his large pumpkin to

Starbucks to make lattes, etc. What a story. Thank you Linda and Larry for sharing the news. Thought for the week; Mid-life means that you become more reflective... You start pondering the ‘big’ questions. ‘What is life?’ ‘Why am I here?’ ‘How much Healthy Choice ice cream can I eat before it's no longer a healthy choice?’ ;) Enjoy that huge Thanksgiving meal! Thanks to Carol Bourque and her Breast of friends cook books for the thoughts and jokes. Happy Thanksgiving to everyone! ‘Til next week. Please call or send me some news!

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FEATURED PROPERTIES TOWN OF LAMONT

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LAMONT COUNTY • W4-20-55-27-SE Plan 1023701 Block 1 Lot 1A Lamont County. 138.09 acres in the Lamont Heartland for industrial use. Located North of Highway 15 on Range Road 202. Price: $2,990,00 • HWY 834 between HWY 16 and TWP RD 530 Lamont County 19.48 acres with power and a holding tank. Nice building site. Price: $215,000.00

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Unreserved Real Estate Auction for Lagoona Beach RV Park Starts on Oct 11th, 2024 to Ends on Oct 15th, 2024 Killam, AB Address: 3915 49th Ave, Killiam, Selling 5.71 Acres with 18 Full Service RV Lots with Power (2 with Power Only), Sewer & Water Plus Internet, All Graveled & Nicely Treed with a Lake View. Managers Office with 2 Bathrooms/Shower Combo (Handicap Accessible), Washer & Dryer Facilities Plus the Main House is 1632 sq ft with Walk Out Basement, 4 Bedrooms & 2 Bathrooms, Under Floor Heater, Continuous Hot Water Heating & AC. New Single Car Garage Approx. 10'x20' Built in 2022. Zoned: Commercial Utilities: 220 Power, Gas & Town Water This Property Could be an Excellent Investment as Killam is Located at the Intersection of Hwy 36 & Hwy Killiam 13 in the County of Flagstaff with a Population of 1000 People & Lots of Oilfield Activity in the Area. OR You could use it as your home with a private campground right on a beautiful lake. There are so many options for this property. Open Houses: Saturday - September 21st & Sunday - September 29th from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

• 5317-50 Ave Andrew. An 18,000 sq. ft. manufacturing shop with office and storage space on 2.3 acres of land Price: $1,700,000

VILLAGE OF CHIPMAN • W4-18-54-29-NE N 54466 A RR184 Village of Chipman 38.75 acres 25± acres in hay. Double car garage, power, septic, and well nice building site. Price: $289,900

STRATHCONA COUNTY • SW Part of NW –23 –53 –23 –W4 40.55 acres North of Highway 16 on Range Road 232 in proposed medium industrial zoning with CP rail line at the border of the property. Price: $7,200,000 • Parts of SW and SE -7-53-22-W4 located at Highway 21 and Lakeland drive 63.62 acres of development land with Highway 21 exposure. The property is within the Bremner and local Employment Area ACP with expected future use of industrial. Price: $5,100,000

THORHILD COUNTY • NW 1/4 -14-58-22-W4 and NE ¼ -14-58-22-W4 Plan 172-0793 Block 3 Lot 222 acres game farm with page wire 100 acres could be cultivated. 4 mile North of Redwater. Good HWY 28 access. Price:

$690,000

Owner: Tom at (780-719-8877) Realtor & For More Information: Hill Realty Inc. Norm Hill (780) 449-5622 Aaron Olson (403) 913-9644 Real Estate Terms & Condi ons: 10 % Down on Sale Day. Balance & Possession on or before November 14th, 2024. If Balance is NOT RECEIVED by November 14th, 2024 the Deposit will be Forfeited as Liquidation Damages

Norman Hill

Allen B. Olson Auction Service Ltd. (403) 843-2747 Rimbey - (780) 208-2508 Hwy 16/Rge Rd 185 1 (855) 783-0556 Toll Free - License No. 165690 E-mail: abolson@telusplanet.net - Homepage: allenolsonauction.com

780-449-5622 | nhill01@telus.net www.hillrealty.ca

Steven Hill

Lauren Hill

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Fall East Central Machinery Consignment Auction Sale Starts on October 11th, 2024 - Machinery Ring Closes October 15th, 2024 Livestock Ring Closes October 16th, Miscellaneous Ring Closes October 14th, 2024 Hwy #16 & Rge Rd 185 - Online Auction - Lamont Sales Yard: (780) 208-2508 Location: Hwy #16 & Rge Rd 185 (1 Mile East of Hwy 834) - South Side of the Road

Also Selling Real Estate in Ryley & Killiam (See Separate Ads or Visit our Website at www.allenolsonauction.com

NH T6.180 FWA Tractor

JD 7810 FWA Tractor

Only 5 Hrs Case IH Farmall 60A Tractor

Riteway 8800 77’ Harrows

1 of 2 JD 4700 Sp Sprayers

Case IH SPX3320 Sp Sprayer

JD 250 Skid Steer

JD 9660 WTS Sp Combine

1 of 2 NH CR9070 Sp Combine

Essex 45’ Motorhome

2006 Western Star Hi-Way Truck

250 Hrs Kubota M7-152 FWA Tractor JD 7520 FWA Tractor 680 Hrs

MF GC 2310 Tractor w/ Hoe

NH TJ375 4wd Tractor Only 35 Hrs

Cat D6D Crawler

Cat 313 FL Excavator

2 - N/U Meridian Grain Bins

Highline Bale Pro 7000 Shredder 2008 Kenworth Winch Truck

N/U Semiremolques 53’ Step Deck

2019 Cross Country Belly Dump

2007 Delta 3 Horse Trailer

Beaver Patriot 40’ Motorhome N/U 22’ Tilt Deck & 18’ Alum. Trailers Auction Sale - R Diamond Ranches Thorhild County November 8th to 13th, 2024

14’x66’ Mobile Home

60’x150’ Coverall Building

Large Selection of Feed & Straw

Unreserved Moving Sale for Clayton & Patricia Whiting October 11th to 16th, 2024 - Mannville, Alberta Selling: JD 550C Side Boom Dozer 1920 Rumley Oil Pull 16-30 2wd Steel Wheel Tractor McCormick D22216M Thrashing Machine & Much Much More

Also: Rig Shacks & Trailers, FAE Mulcher, Scrapers, Large Selection of N/U Skid Steer Attachments, JD S690, 9870, 9770 & 9610 Sp Combines, 4 - N/U Newu Bin Galvanized Grain Bins, Vermeer BPX9000 Bale Pro, Highline 6800 & 600 Bale Pro, Large Selection of Panels, Bale Feeders, Cattle Handling, Misc, Lumber & More, Plus Heavy Trucks & Trailers, Passenger Trucks, SUV’s, Cars, RV’s, Buildings & Much More Additional are StillAccepted. Be Accepted,All AllItems Items Must BeBe in the Yard byYard October 2024at 8th, 5:00 p.m. Additional Listings areListing Still Being Must in Sales the Sales by 8th, October 2024 at 5:00 p.m. Viewing is Viewing Available from 8:00 to 5:00 p.m. Info Call 780-280-2508 oratAaron at 403-913-9644 is Available froma.m. 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For For More More Info Call 780-280-2508 or Aaron 403-913-9644

Allen B. Olson Auction Service Ltd. Rimbey & Hwy #16/Rge Rd 185, Alberta - License No. 165690 Email: abolson@telusplanet.net - Homepage: allenolsonauction.com

(780) 208-2508 Hwy #16/Rge Rd 185 (403) 843-2747 Rimbey Toll Free 1-855-783-0556

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Real Estate Auction Sale Starts October 11th & Closes on October 15th, 2024 Ryley, AB - Selling in 2 Rings Ring #1 Featuring The Young Family Farm 4 Quarters/1 Full Section of Beaver County's Finest Farm Land Buy 1 Or Buy All 4 Quarters of Pristine Farm Land with Great Opportunities Situated In The Heart Of East Central Alberta. Just A Short 30 Minute Drive to Vegreville/Camrose/Sherwood Park. These Quarters of Land Will Also Make a Great Investment Opportunity as Many Neighbours are Willing to Rent & Purchasing these Would Give the Buyer the Ability to Farm In Mile Long Stretches. Directions: From Hwy 14 to Hwy 854, North on Hwy 854 for 12 Kms to Hwy 626, West on Hwy 626 for 0.3 Kms to Rg Rd 173, North on Rg Rd 173 for 3.1 Kms, East Hand Side of Road. OR From Hwy 855 to Twp 510, West on Twp Rd 510 for 4.5 Kms to Rg Rd 173, North on Rg Rd 173 for 1/2 Mile, East Hand Side of Road Parcel #1: NW-15-51-17-W4M Being 160 Acres M/L w/ Approx. 129 Cultivated Acres Currently Seeded to Wheat. This Quarter Consists of 160 Acres with Approx. 130 Cultivated Acres & Approx. 30 Acres Hay/Grass Land Which Can Be Used For Pasture Land/ Hay Land/ Future Yard Site, With Its Own Approach or it Could Also Be Cleared Into Arable Acres. Currently Being Rented for $110.00/ Acre Parcel #2: NE - 15-51-17-W4M Being 160 Acres M/L w/ Approx. 113 Acres Cultivated Currently Seeded into Wheat. This Quarter Consists of 160 Acres with Approx. 113 Cultivated Acres & With A Little Bit of Work 47 Acres Could Be Developed into Arable Land. Currently Being Rented Out At $110.00/Acre Parcel # 3: SW-15-51-17-W4M Being 157 Acres M/L w/ Approx. 140 Acres Cultivated Currently Seeded into Canola This Quarter Consisting of 160 Acres with Approx. 140 Cultivated Acres & With A Little Bit Of Work 17 Acres Can be Developed Into Arable Land. Currently Being Rented Out At $110.00/Acre Parcel #4: SE-15-51-17-W4M Being 160 Acres M/L w/ Approx. 79 Acres Cultivated Currently Seeded into Canola This Quarter Consists of 160 Acres with Approx. 79 Cultivated Acres & With A Little Bit of Work The 81 Acres of The Old Yard Site Could Be Developed into Arable Land or Turned Back Into Future Yard Site. Currently Being Rented Out At $110.00/Acre. The Old Yard Site Consists of Power & Gas at Property Line, Abandoned Water Well. Subject to Final Bid. If Final Bid is not Accepted, the Deposit Will Be Returned. Real Estate Terms & Conditions: 10 % Down on Sale Day. Balance & Possession on or before November 14th, 2024. If Balance is NOT RECEIVED by November 14th, 2024 the Deposit will be Forfeited as Liquidation Damages. All measurements are approximate and need to be verified by the purchaser.

Ring #2 Selling by Totally Unreserved Auction for Darrel Magneson 4 Quarters of Land Forming a Full Section (Selling as 1 Block) of Mixed Farming Land in the Heart of Beaver County. Located ofRiley RyleyononTwp TwpRd Rd500. 500. LocatedJust Just3.5 3.5Kms KmsNorth Northof ofHwy Hwy#14 #14on onRge RgeRd Rd165 165or or55Miles MilesEast Eastof ofthe theVillage Town of This Full Section of Farm Land Consists of Approx. 400 Acres M/L of Cultivated Land and Approx. 80 Acres M/L of Hay Land with the Waskwei Creek Running Thru the East Side, Providing the Property with Ample Water for Both Livestock and Nature Lovers. In addition No Subdivisions have happened on the Beautiful Parcel of Land. The Former Yard Site is Located in the Centre of the Section with Power, Natural Gas & an Older Water Well. There is Also an Older Quonset with a Few Out Buildings. This is an Excellent Opportunity for Either a Farmer or an Investor. The Cultivated Land Does Have a Current Lease in Place Until October 31st, 2028. However, the Lease/Rent is to be Renegotiated at the End of this Harvest Year. The Current Renter Does have the Option to Match the Final Bid on Sale Day. Legal Descriptions: SE 4-50-16 W4M Consisting of 160 Acres M/L - SW 4-50-16 W4M Consisting of 160 Acres M/L NE 4-50-16 W4M Consisting of 160 Acres M/L - NW 4-50-16 W4M Consisting of 160 Acres M/L Real Estate Terms & Conditions: 10 % Down on Sale Day. Balance & Possession on or before December 14th, 2024. If Balance is NOT RECEIVED by December 14th, 2024 the Deposit will be Forfeited as Liquidation Damages. All measurements are approximate and need to be verified by the purchaser.

Real Estate Transactions are being Handled by Maxwell Polaris Victor Lillo (780) 708-2000 & Allen Olson (403) 783-0556

Allen B. Olson Auction Service Ltd. Rimbey & Hwy #16 East/Rge Rd 185, Alberta (403) 843-2747 Rimbey - (780) 208-2508 - Hwy #16 East/Rge Rd 185 - Toll Free 1-855-783-0556 Email: abolson@telusplanet.net - Homepage: allenolsonauction.com License No. 165690

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Flagstaff Celebrates Success to feature local awards ceremony Leslie Cholowsky Editor

Flagstaff County is hosting a celebration of small businesses throughout the region at its Flagstaff Celebrates Success event, happening Thursday, Oct. 24, at the Killam Community Hall. This takes place during Canada’s Small Business Week, Oct. 20-26. This year’s event will feature a dinner and keynote speaker, and will introduce new small business awards for local small businesses in seven new categories. When the nominations were announced earlier this year, Economic Development Officer Jenalee Waring says, “We had a great response, with more than four nominations in every category.” She says each nomination went before a panel of impartial judges, and invitations went out to each of the top three finishers in every category. “All of our businesses this year were nominated by community members. We’ve asked other small business owners to make the presentations, and everyone we asked said yes.” Waring says that the nominations represent each of Flagstaff County’s major urban centres. “We would like to see nominations from every community, and we’re thinking on how we might adjust our nomination process for next year to make that happen. “We see this as something ongoing. It’s a special add-on to the evening to show our businesses that we care, and to honour the contributions that they make to our community.” As in previous years, the evening will also feature a keynote speaker, who this year will be James Boettcher. He is the “Chief Empowerment Officer and Custodian of Culture,” for Righteous Gelato, the company he built from the ground up. Waring says, “His is a real rags to riches story, and as you can likely guess from his title, he really leans into culture, and how generally being

a good human helps your business to thrive and grow.” Boettcher is very much about creating a positive environment where people can thrive and making that part of your business strategy, she says. Waring says that while last year’s theme surrounding the event had a mental wellness theme, this year is more about empowerment and culture can resonate with business owners who understand that their teams and their values lie at the core of their success.” Waring says she thinks that’s what makes rural Alberta businesses unique, “That legacy of values and really caring about the community.” She says that the Flagstaff Celebrates Success event is for the whole community, but really focusses on the contributions of the small businesses and what they do for that more fulsome picture of community. “That same old story: In rural Alberta they are not just business owners, they are the people contributing to your sports teams, or volunteering for events, or being on the board of FIRST or FFCS. “They are playing many roles, so this evening is about how they give into the community and the community hopefully recognizing those contributions and continuing to support them.” The seven categories of awards introduced this year are: Physical Improvement, Youth Involvement, Branding/ Marketing, Community Development, Collaborations, Reliable Service Award, and New Business Recognition. “We got some pretty amazing nominations,” Waring says. “What people are saying about their communities is pretty grand. “We are really thrilled to honour a variety of businesses, from longstanding enterprises to the new ventures. “I think it really represents the diversity of our region, and just showing everything, from retail to hospitality to manufac-

turing and agriculture, and how these businesses demonstrated not just excellence in their field but also just that commitment to community. “We’re really proud to shine a light on their efforts for that.” She says Small business week will also feature a digital campaign showcasing local businesses. That Tuesday will feature an event where Flagstaff County has partnered with BRAED to hold a round table discussion on tourism. That will be applicable to all businesses, says Waring. “We’ll be tackling generally customer service and how that impacts businesses both in the tourism sector and otherwise.” Business who sign up for this event will have an opportunity to get a oneon-one session with Strong Coffee Marketing as well as with business coach Marty Park. Waring says that Flagstaff County is also working with Green Hectares again this year on a series of Thought Exchanges, with the next session scheduled for October 16 and featuring Shirley Damberger from Daysland, where the topic

will be Innovating in Health and Wellness for Rural Communities. More information and registration information can be found at: greenhectares.org/innovation-inrural-canada.html Flagstaff County has

also partnered with Flagstaff Community Adult Learning this fall to host a series of classes for bookkeeping fundamentals, Alberta payroll regulations, Quickbooks online, and Excel level one, that are running in

October and November, at $50 per class. Waring says that price is heavily subsidized to make it more affordable for participants or businesses. “These are all very relevant topics for local business.”

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