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Running in the rain builds resilience at Hardisty Invitational
The Hardisty Invitational Race ran on Thursday, Sept. 12, with 608 runners from 33 different schools. The weather wasn’t quite as agreeable as it has been in some years, with rain on and off and chilly temperatures. Race volunteer Brittany MacMillan called it: “Running in the rain, toughening kids through cross country.” The Hardisty Invitational has been running for over five decades, thanks to the dedicated volunteers who run it year after year. See more photos and story Page 14.
Sedgewick family keeps ‘first day of school’ tradition alive Leslie Cholowsky Editor
When Sandra Erickson, from Sedgewick, was growing up in Germany, it was a tradition to send all children attending school for the first time a special care package with all their school supplies for the first day of Grade 1. Erickson has kept the tradition alive, first back in 2021 when son Zackery started Grade 1, and this year with son Emmett, who started his Grade 1 at Central High Sedgewick Public School this fall. The package itself is called a “schultute,’ which Sandra hand makes and decorate. She says it is full of all the school supplies he needs, plus a few small gifts and some candy. Sandra says it’s a tradition from her part of Germany, “as well as Bavaria, and many other places in the world.” She remembers her own schultute, saying it was one of the most exciting things about starting school. She adds, “The first day of Grade 1 is a turning point in life of every German child and family, so they celebrate it. It’s considered a rite of passage.” She’s happy to continue the tradition with her own sons, making their first days at school as special as her own was.
The Community Press office will be CLOSED Monday, August 5 the Civic Emmett Erickson, left, for started his first day of Holiday. school in Sedgewick with a schultute, like hisTuesday, mom Sandra, We willjust reopen Aug. 6 at right, did some years ago back in Germany.
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Celebrate an Alberta Ag. Society this Sept. 21 Alberta has designated this Saturday, Sept. 21, as Agricultural Society Day in the Province. “On Sept. 21, we honour the incredible impact of Alberta’s Agricultural Societies, each working tirelessly to enahnce the qualify of life in their communities. “These societies, often led by dedicated volunteers, are the unsung heroes behind the f a i r s , events, and facilities that bring us all together.” Nowhere is that more evident than in Flagstaff
County, where local agricultural societies not only have long histories but still play such an important role in our communities. We celebrate Agricultural Society Day not just to show our recognition and appreciation of the many volunteers who work hard, but to also raise awareness of the important role these organizations play in our communities. “Let’s inspire others to get involved and keep the spirit of these community builders alive!” Alberta currently has 292 agricultural societies, who run or manage 700 different facilities across the province, whether that’s ice arenas, riding arenas, community halls, curling rinks, and rodeo grounds. Not only that, but these groups also tend to be the ones organizing fairs, rodeos, and other events that enrich the cultural life of the community and surrounding area. The Province estimates that 1.6 million people attended events presented by Ag societies in 2015. Across Alberta, 52,000 volunteers work with their local Ag Societies, 3,500 of them at a board level,
and together they contribute nearly 600,000 volunteer hours each year. There are 24 agricultural societies in Alberta that were incorporated over a century ago and are still operational and active.
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Daysland welcomes new Chinese restaurant to town Celeste Ewan Daysland & Area E. daysland.ab.news@gmail.com
Daysland, after long anticipation, welcomed a new business in the old Chinese restaurant and luckily enough it's a Chinese restaurant. They had a very soft opening beginning on Thursday that yielded a large crowd that continued over the weekend. The business is run by quite a sweet little family that has two sons that attend our local school. On the behalf of our amazing community I would like to say welcome to Daysland! On Monday and Tuesday earlier this week along the tracks you could see first-hand some wood carving taking place accompanied by some previously carved pieces of art, the one gentleman carving will be competing at the Rig Hand Distillery this week as well. They were very talented folks.
Previously carved pieces were displayed featuring carved bears, a welcome sign, and even a festive fall pumpkin. They were very beautiful pieces. From what I saw it appeared they were possibly carving what looked to be a cowboy and a bear, geez I hope I'm right on that one as I didn’t get a great look. Such talent we have hidden around our beautiful town. DaysArts is putting on a launch and volunteer appreciation night on Oct. 3 which is well deserved to all our volunteers, we appreciate all you do for the theatre in our community and the shows literally couldn't go on without you! Thank you! The Daysland High School golf team represented at Zones with DGC apparel as they secured their spots for provincials next week. Congratulations to Drew on his gold medal for individual score and to the team on their silver medal. Good luck at provincials! ‘Til next week!
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O L A I C E P S L AL ! E L A S N O Single vehicle accident near Consort claims two lives Leslie Cholowsky Editor
On the morning of Sunday, Sept 15, at 1:06 a.m. Coronation RCMP responded to a single-vehicle motor vehicle accident involving a pickup truck. RCMP report that the incident happened on Township Road 353 south of Consort, and that officers said the truck lost control and rolled, with seven teens in the vehicle. Two teens, both from Consort, ages 17 and 19 died at the scene, and the five other teens, between the ages of 16 and 19,
were taken to hospital with unknown injuries. RCMP have reported that alcohol is believed to be involved. Cst. Cory Riggs told 660 NewsRadio that. “A preliminary investigation suggests that they were leaving a get-together and they had been drinking.” The investigation is still ongoing and an update is expected at a later date. Coronation RCMP offered condolences to the families, friends and loved ones of teens. “This is a profound loss of life for the family, and the community as a whole.”
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Flagstaff County hoping for more uptake on Leafy Spurge program Leslie Cholowsky Editor
The Flagstaff County Ag Service Board talked about its Leafy Spurge program at its September meeting. Leafy Spurge, a noxious weed under Alberta’s Weed Control Act, has been a problem in the Hardisty area for about 90 years. In response, the Ag Service Board designed a Leafy Spurge program, which is offered to Flagstaff County residents, for the control of the weed within the county. This is partially due to how widespread it is in that area. The program was designed to provide incentive for landowners to start controlling Leafy Spurge on their land, reclaiming pasture and cropland cur-
rently infested. Flagstaff County’s Leafy Spurge program has a budget of $50,000, and provides support to residents in controlling the weed. It’s currently offered at a 50/50 cost share between the County and the landowner. Treatment is made by contracted helicopter services for areas over 20 acres, or areas inaccessible overland. In-house custom spraying services are offered for areas under 20 acres and accessible overland by ATVs. The two solutions are funded at $30,000 for the first and $20,000 for the second. The Ag. Service Board came to Council on Sept. 11 proposing some changes to the Leafy Spurge program, removing the helicopter services due to high cost
and minimal uptake, but keeping the $20,000 budget for the in-house spraying services. Flagstaff County would still cover half of the cost for application and chemical, using equipment best suited for the circumstances. Weed inspectors from Flagstaff County will contact landowners known to have leafy spurge infestations. Alberta’s Weed Control Act governs what should be done when noxious and prohibited weeds are encountered, and it says that leafy spurge must be controlled. Flagstaff County Council discussed the matter last Wednesday, and decided that it would continue to fund both parts of the leafy spurge program, but would change the funding model of the
helicopter services for, a 50/50 cost share to a 75/25 cost share between Flagstaff County and landowners to see if this might result in an increased uptake in the program.
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• The land is good growing quality whereby the Northerly Quarter with the 11.07 ac home subdivision removed, contains 148.93acres with 123acres cropping. The Owner will sell as one package with the newer home/acreage and home Quarter. Asking $4564/acre • The Southerly Quarter contains 161acres with 35acres cropping and the rest is original native prairie wool grass. Excellent hardiness for cattle or horses and a large dugout on the quarter. Asking $4564/acre The uniqueness to this package is Seller had run up to 150cow/calf pairs with the land adjacent to the Wainwright Military base in a local South Park grazing association. This unique situation allows a successful applicant to graze on a potential large scale with minimal ownership of land investment. The seller will also sell as an entire package 2 quarters MLS#E4391577 and the Home 11.07acreage subdivision MLS#E4391565. View both at Jeffgolka.ca “my listings” Hardisty Lake View Lot, Hwy exposure! A great lake view lot with business exposure on 3.43acres, this terrific lot is close to the water and the boat launch for water sports on Hardisty Lake. Located adjacent to the Community Park, the green space gives immediate access onto the walking trails around Hardisty’s natural beauty. A view of Hardisty Lake and the surrounding area, build a home, summer cabin or multiple cabins with council’s approval, and it’s close to the golf course and lake public beach area. With secondary Hwy 881 exposure it’s a terrific business setting also upon application with council’s final approval. Don’t miss this opportunity to have a great vacation place, or business lot in an active community with plenty to offer. Price $175,000. www.jeffgolka.ca “my listings”.
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SEDGEWICK 2 Acres in Sedgewick! Spacious lot with 2 acres nicely treed and on municipal water/ sewer located coming in off Hwy 13, and across the road from beautiful acreages coming into Sedgewick. Has two accesses into the property one pavement, and one undeveloped road for potential future business needs. Current zoning is Direct Control, propose your development upon conditional purchase, and the town of Sedgewick can grant approvals, acreage home/shop, business development, or mix of both. Book your viewing today. View at www.jeffgolka.ca “my listings”. Price $64,500.
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RADWAY 5Qtrs(768ac) Cattle/Grain Land at Radway! Located on Alberta’s oldest developed road the “Victoria Trail” between Radway and Waskatenau along the pristine North Saskatchewan River RR201-Twp585A, this mixed grain/cattle farmland with some beautiful sweeping River Views and Creeks. Excellent development potential also for acreages, camping spots, trail riding or a Golf Course. There is a gravel source on the property and its close to Thorhild, Lamont or Redwater for additional farming operations, or development with rolling land, trees, river, creeks, with home to some terrific game Elk, Moose and Deer. 3 quarters Pasture land: (SW,NW,NE-25-58-20-W4) Total= 463acres pasture 2 quarters Crop Land (NW,NE-23-58-20-W4) Total= 305acres (200 broke) Price $3,450,000. View at www.jeffgolka.ca “my listings”
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OPINION
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Calling all service clubs and other organizations
Hon. Damien Kurek Battle River-Crowfoot Member of Parliament
I sometimes hear service groups worry about their memberships. As the years go by, it seems like sometimes membership ages out or just drops gradually, with not a lot of new blood, and I wonder if there’s something we’ve lost. Back not that long ago, every club had a correspondent or secretary, and part of the job was to send a monthly report to the local paper. It was a quick summary of what the club was up to, what it was planning, and it did two things. It kept the club or organization name in the limelight, while also keeping the community up to date with what it was doing. Somewhere along the way, those reports stopped. And sadly, with no communication, some of the organizations simply disappeared, while others remain, but struggle for members. We haven’t changed. We still have a very strong active readership throughout Flagstaff County, and that’s growing all the time as new readers come into the area. Facebook will never take the place of a community newspaper. If you’re new to the region, how are you going to see a page for a group you’ve never heard of, or didn’t know existed? So I’m putting out the call, to service clubs and other organizations throughout the region, let us know what you’re up to! It doesn’t mean we’re going to necessarily publish a thinly disguised advertisement for an upcoming event as “news,” because after all, advertising is what keeps our lights on. But if you want to tell us what you’re up to, what you’re working on, or what you’re raising money for, we’re happy to hear it and share it with our readers! Not only will everyone see that Flagstaff County has a vibrant social community, it might actually turn around and help your organization out as well. Keeping your club or organization’s name in the news means that when people read about what you’re doing, they might see where they might fit into your membership, or even find out you exist for the first time. Our masthead says, “Telling Your Story,” and back a couple of decades ago, the paper was full of different groups sending in their updates and activities. We want to invite you once again to continue that tradition! Submissions can be made to: cpnewsroom@gmail.com. We publish each Wednesday, and our deadline for news submissions for that week would be the Monday before by 5 p.m. It doesn’t have to be Pulitzer prize-worthy we’ll help out with spelling, grammar, and formatting, we just want to hear from you!
Words need to be backed by action
LESLIE CHOLOWSKY
On Sept. 5, NDP leader Jagmeet Singh announced that he was ripping up the Supply and Confidence Agreement, a de facto coalition the NDP have been in for more than two years with Justin Trudeau’s Liberals. I have been flooded with calls, messages, letters, emails, and folks stopping me on the street to ask if there will finally be the much-anticipated election. As Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has said, that depends on whether the NDP will “put up or shut up.” Only hours after Pierre challenged the NDP Leader, Singh made it clear that all the bravado of tearing up the agreement meant nothing by saying he wouldn’t force an election. It has become clear, coalition or not, the Liberals and the NDP have proven that all they care about is themselves, their close friends, and their pensions. The leftleaning ideologues who make up the Government, and those who support it, broke the deal that the Government of Canada had with Canadians, regardless of the party in power. It used to be, if you worked hard in Canada, you could buy a home, raise a family, have a secure retirement, and a good life. But for most Canadians today, those dreams seem less like something to aspire to and more like a pipedream which is out of reach. The NDP has continually supported policies, like the carbon tax, which has driven up the cost of everything. They’ve supported anti-energy and anti-development policies which have destroyed investor confidence, inflationary spending which has pushed even the basic necessities out of reach for many, tax hikes which punish hard work, censorship which demonizes free speech, attacks on our fundamental freedoms, corruption which has eroded the trust of our institutions, and softon-crime policies that are leading to chaos in our streets. Canadians are suffering the consequences of the carbon tax which was designed to raise the prices of everything. With the rising cost to heat one’s home, driving to work, basic grocery necessities, and everything across the economy, far too many Canadians just can’t make ends meet. And now we have the NDP saying they have “torn up the agreement” with the Liberals but refuse to actually oppose them in any way other than words. Most recently, they even claimed that they would now oppose the carbon tax despite having voted in favour of it 24 times in the past! Nearly everyone I hear from wants a carbon tax election. The costly coalition of the NDP aligning with the Liberals over the last two years has hurt too many, and while they may not officially be joined now, it’s clear that they are still on the same page. Not one person voted for a coalition, and Canadians are ready for a change. As Parliament returns, Conservatives will force a confidence vote so Canadians can choose our future path. That's the plan from now to the next election, and then the work will begin to get our country back on track under a government that works for the people. People are asking what Pierre Poilievre and Common-Sense Conservatives are offering… it’s simple. We will be a government that will reward hard work, cut taxes, restore trust in our institutions, spend responsibly, and fight corruption. It’s time to get to work. Common-Sense Conservatives will axe the tax, which will help build the homes, fix the budget, and stop the crime. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this column, you are encouraged to write Damien at 4945-50th Street, Camrose, Alberta, T4V 1P9, call 780-608-4600, text 403-575-5625, or e-mail damien.kurek@parl.gc.ca.
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The Community Press, Wednesday, September 18, 2024 - Page 7
BRWA is planning bird count at Wavy Lake this October Leslie Cholowsky Editor
Battle River Watershed Alliance (BRWA) is planning bird count at Wavy Lake this October. The BRWA has announced that they will be conducting a bird count at Wavy Lake, just north of Strome, on Tuesday, October 8. Sarah Skinner, Watershed Programs Manager, says the event is part of the BRWA’s bird initiative, which is actually part of a broader program with partners including Nature Alberta and Important Bird Areas (IBA) Canada. Besides Wavy Lake, the BRWA is also looking at bird count initiatives at Bear Hills Lake and Dilberry Lake. Skinner says they arranged a preliminary survey at Bear Hills lake earlier this year. “Ours is kind of a caretaker role, so one of the things we can do is to monitor bird populations,” says Skinner. She says anyone who is interested in assisting with the count at Wavy Lake is welcome to come. The event is scheduled to go between 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. “There have been some Wavy Lake surveys in the past,” Skinner says, referring to IBA bird counts in the 1980s and 1990s, “That’s when these areas were first designated as significant for bird populations in the province.” The IBA report says that Wavy Lake is noted for large numbers of staging ducks; with over 20,000 ducks of various species recorded in the fall. It adds, “Snow Goose and Greater Whitefronted Geese frequently pass through the area during spring and fall migration in globally significant numbers. “In many years, at
least 10,000 to 30,000 Snow Geese are found here in both seasons; one year, however, there was a peak of 70,000 birds.” IBA says the lake’s typical numbers represent at least four per cent of the Western Central Flyway population. “Greater Whitefronted Geese usually number 10,000 to 20,000 during spring and fall migration; this is at least 1 per cent of their world population. “Like many prairie lakes this lake is dry in some years it was dry for several years in the late 1990s.” She says the counts, once held fairly regularly might have died off as the birds started to go elsewhere, so she’s very curious as to what this year’s numbers will be. “We have those population numbers from earlier counts, but that was 30-40 years ago.” She notes that the IBA reports add that during both spring and fall migrations, several thousand Sandhill Cranes are regularly seen at the north end of the lake. While much of the land surrounding Wavy
The Battle River Watershed Alliance is hosting a bird count at Wavy Lake near Strome on Tuesday, Oct. 8. They are hoping that interested parties will joint them, and see how current bird counts compare to those done in the 80s and 90s. Above, Canada Geese at the slough west of Killam, along with various other waterfowl who make their home on the water. The app ‘e-bird’ allows citizen reporting of numbers and species of birds at any location across the country.
Lake is owned by the Alberta Department of Lands and Forests, up to 80 per cent, Skinner says there is no direct access to the lake from a roadway, so there will be a small hike into the lake. Where that will happen is something her team is still working on. She’s hoping there might be enough people that different groups can be situated at different points on the lake for a bigger count. Skinner says there are still details to be worked
out, but if anyone wants to register to get the complete information on the event once available, they can email stewardship@battleriverwatershed.ca with their contact information. She says everyone who comes out for the Wavy Lake count will get some orientation, including instructions on how not to doublecount large flocks. “Ideally, we would welcome any number of participants, then we can break into teams to cover more
of the area.” Skinner adds, “Any experience level is welcome. It’s exciting and great to have people new to birding come out and experience these types of events.” For casual bird watch-
ers, Skinner recommends the e-bird app, which has a citizen reporting facility, so if you spotted a huge flock of any bird species, you can report the sighting on the app in real time.
General Organizational Meeting for Sedgewick
Bowling League Wednesday, September 18 at 7 P.M. Wild Rose Co-op Recreation Centre Sedgewick Bowling Lanes Everyone welcome
Town of Killam Special Meeting - Public Hearing Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 7pm Killam Agriplex Multi-Purpose Room 5175-51 Avenue, Killam, Alberta T0B 2L0 The Town of Killam has given first reading to amend 4 bylaws: 1. 2. 3. 4.
Bylaw 886 – Municipal Development Plan Amending Bylaw Bylaw 887 – Area Structure Plan Amending Bylaw Bylaw 888 – Land Use Bylaw Amending Bylaw Bylaw 889 – Master Rates Amending Bylaw
If you would like to speak in favour of or against the bylaw amendments, we invite you to attend the Public Hearing on Thursday, October 3, 3024. The Bylaws in their entirety are available for review on the Town of Killam website (www.town.killam.ab.ca ) or for a hard copy, at the Town Office during working hours of Monday through Friday – 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Kimberly Borgel, CLGM C.A.O Town of Killam
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Hardisty hosts race for 33 different schools Ricci Matthews Ph: 780-888-2490
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Well hello folks. It is late Monday evening and I see so many beautiful posts on social media with pictures of the northern lights. They are just magnificent. Unfortunately I am not able to see them tonight but I hope you were able to enjoy them. We were able to continue harvest this afternoon so I hope the sun keeps shining tomorrow and combining continues again. I hear that crops are not fabulous this year. The lack of moisture often came at the wrong time. Farming is such a gamble, isn't it? I know the hunters are all getting geared up for hunting season and the bow hunters are already out there hoping to catch some hoofed animals. You have to admire these bow hunters. It takes so much strength and skill to hit an animal with a bow and ensure you killed it. I often wonder how many arrows it takes to kill an animal and how hard it must be to hit the correct part of the anatomy, so the animal does not take off and suffer a gruesome death? We certainly have lots of elk and moose on our farm. The elk are so elusive but hunters seem to love the taste of their meat. We certainly appreciate the interesting meats that hunters gift us, as a thank you for hunting on our land. My man brought a mole for me to see that he had trapped. I never realized how big these buggars were. They make such a mess with all the holes and soil they move. He dangled it by the tail and took it out on the deck where all the cats and kittens
eagerly waited for him to throw it to them.They really enjoy mole meat dessert. It is quite grizzly when you watch cats tear dead animals apart, eh? Oh well, that is nature. If you were out and about town on Thursday, Sept. 12, you might have noticed a huge influx of school buses and many vehicles coming to the Hardisty school grounds. Yes folks, Hardisty was hosting the first race of five for the Battle River Race series. There were 608 kids registered from elementary, high school and even some adults and teachers. I asked Brittany MacMillan, who was one of the organizers, to give me her thoughts about the race, the course, the kids and the unfortunate rain. I am sure you have all watched the show Amazing Race, Canada, well this was the Amazing Race, Hardisty! Brittany was pleased to inform me that there were 608 runners from
33 schools from far and wide, as far as Hanna. The weather was crappy and cold all day. The rain started pouring on the elementary boys and continued until after the last heat. Brittany gave the rest of her description a great title, “Running in the Rain, Toughening Kids Through Cross Country.” She says “Cross country running in the rain builds toughness in kids like few other experiences. Facing the elements like muddy trails, cold winds and pouring rain teaches young athletes perseverance, focus, and resilience. “It is easy to run in perfect weather, but pushing through discomfort makes them mentally stronger. The rain demands focus, forcing runners to navigate slick terrain while staying balanced and determined. Beyond individual growth, rain soaked racers create strong bonds among teammates, fostering camaraderie
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through shared challenges. Ultimately, running in tough conditions helps kids learn that adversity is part of life. True growth happens when they face it headon.” Thank you for your input Brittany. I spoke to one of the dedicated course marshalls. She mentioned that she was amazed at the determination the kids and even adults had. One coach from Cam-
rose ran the elementary course twice and the adult course twice. Boy, that is dedication and certainly gives the kids someone to look up to and admire. Life may not be perfect but just look at what these kids managed to complete. They can certainly be proud and this will build character! The concession was prepared with plenty of snacks and race day deals for the kids. We certainly thank all the
organizers and volunteers who worked tirelessly to make this event come to fruition again this year. Congratulations to all. Thought for the week, “Enjoy the little things in life, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things.”!~Antonio Smith. (Thank you to Carol Bourque and her Breast of Friends Cookbooks, where I gleaned all these thoughts and jokes.)
FARMLAND FOR CASH RENTAL Tenders for cash lease of the farmlands listed below are invited. Legal Descriptions: Parcel 1: SE & SW 25-42-13 W4 – approximately 315 cultivated acres +/Parcel 2: NE & NW 4-43-12 W4 & SW 9-43-12 W4 – approximately 410 cultivated acres +/Parcel 3: NW 2-44-12 W4, NW 3-44-12 W4 & SW 11-44-12 W4 – approximately 261 cultivated acres +/Parcel 4: SE, SW & NW 12-44-12 W4 – approximately 286 cultivated acres +/Parcel 5: SE 18-44-11 W4 – approximately 91 cultivated acres +/Parcel 6: NE 10-44-11 W4 – approximately 146 cultivated acres +/Parcel 7: NE & SE 1-44-11 W4 – approximately 286 cultivated acres +/Parcel 8: NW 16-43-9 W4 & NE 17-43-9 W4 – approximately 176 cultivated acres +/Parcel 9: NE 22-43-9 W4 & NW 23-43-9 W4 – approximately 187 cultivated acres +/-
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Cross-Country Sales entering 35 years of serving Flagstaff County and beyond Polaris issues ultimatum - order stock you don’t need or lose dealership status Leslie Cholowsky Editor
Cross-County Sales and Service, owned by Lynn and Janet Steadman, is celebrating 35 years selling and servicing snowmobiles, off-road vehicles, and accessories in 2024. On Sept. 30, however, the Steadmans will no longer be a dealer for Polaris. That change happened this spring, when Cross-Country decided against ordering more snowmobiles, because of the large inventory already on hand. Jan says that during COVID, there was next to no stock available. “It either took forever to come, or it just wasn’t around.” So when the pandemic ended, Cross-Country took advantage of the opened-up market to restock their snowmobile lines, placing a large order in 2023. But when there was next to no snow most of last winter, they were left with 70 units (new and used) still in inventory this spring. “In great shape for the 2024-25 season,” or so they thought. Polaris, however, said that without ordering an additional 35 machines this year, their dealer agreement would not be renewed. “That was unexpected,” Jan says. And the couple has since found out Polaris is non-negotiable on its decision. It’s not as though their sales were low, as Cross-Country was second out of 17 dealers in their southern Alberta
district for ORV for April and May. “In the space of one phone call, things had changed.” Since then, they made the decision to go forward without Polaris dealer status. Jan says her staff was 100 per cent behind this decision. “We will have the same great people and offer the same great service. We will be here just like we were yesterday, last year, and 10 years ago.” Steadman says the “voluntary surrender” of their Polaris dealer status, as Polaris is calling it, won’t have a huge impact immediately. The Steadmans have made a lot of connections over their 35 years in business, and their network of vendors is fully supportive of their decision. “Cross-Country Sales has served thousands of customers,” and their dedication to training and providing the highest level of customer service has served them and their customers well. “Our technical training is as high as it can go with Polaris. “We expect to be just as busy in the shop.” As far as their snowmobile inventory, she says, “People don’t buy snowmobiles until it snows, then they
purchase from whoever offers the best deal and the best service.” The Steadmans say they’re not looking back. “We’ve got lots of inventory, and that includes our winterwear and accessories.” Currently everything in the clothing and accessory show room is 50 per cent off; that includes all wearables, garments, and accessories like helmets, goggles, boots, and gloves. “We have a full line and lots of variety. We try to be respectful of people’s budgets, and provide a lot of choice.” Now all they need is a snowy winter. Unlike most of the recent Sedgewick Family Day snowmobile rallies that have turned into quad rallies. Jan says that while reports of her and Lynn’s retirements are definitely premature, she says she has taken advantage of the seminars offered by Flagstaff County on business succession. “It’s definitely been on our minds; 35 years is a long time.” In fact, Jan has great things to say about all the small business supports offered by Flagstaff County. “They’ve offered some excellent courses, they’ve given us one-on-one time with experts, and the BREOC courses were also excellent. “The County has been very helpful; their supports are well worth looking in to.” The Steadmans say that Cross-Coun-
try Sales has built an image that recognizes 35 years of customer loyalty, with customers all over western Canada. “That’s because we are who we are.” They’ve even made sales as far away as Rankin Inlet. “We don’t think our success is tied to Polaris. It is tied to how we do business, and how we plan to continue to do business.” With Jan and Lynn and their staff, they have over 100 years combined experience in snowmobile and quad sales and service. “Over the years we’ve adapted our business to the economy, to the weather, and we’ll adapt to this change as well. “We have built a solid customer base, and in some cases that is multi-generational.” Jan says, “It’s also a very social business, and that’s what I’ve enjoyed most over the years.” They’ve also built solid connections with the community through the business. “That’s always been our goal, as a business, to serve our community.” The Steadmans say the change, “Is a choice we made.” While their dealership status will change the end of September, “Nothing else changes. “We will sell our current inventory, and then still offer parts and service to look after the 35-year customer base we have built.”
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Alliance Market chowder deemed the best around Diane Dammann Alliance P. 780-879-3970 E. petendia@gmail.com
Summer recess is over. It is back to meeting times. Meetings of volunteers keep the gears of our small communities running. Items dealing with spending and changes to policy require a vote from the members. In order for the voting to be successful there must be a quorum in attendance. Now you may not be secretary, treasurer or president of your club or organization, but you are certainly part of the quorum. You are important. Meetings are usually over in an hour-and-a-half. If you feel that the meetings are too often, (monthly) make a motion
to have them every other month. Any member can put forth a motion. YOU ARE NEEDED AT MEETINGS; go and fill a seat, make a motion, second a motion. Sympathy is extended to Rick Manning, long time Councilor for Division 1, upon the loss of his wife Betty. Betty fought against cancer for some time before she succumbed. Her celebration of life took place on Sept. 11. The Library Board met on Tuesday. There are new books in our collection. The big news is there is a shift in hours that we are open. Starting now the library will be open from 12 noon to 6 p.m. on Tuesdays as well as 10 to 4 on Thursdays. This is to accommodate the children getting home from school as well as the working clients. Library
membership is still free. There are a couple of contests going on at the library with some very good prizes, stop in and ask Lisa about them. If you are a friend of the library, come join a group. we are interested in forming a Friends of the Library Society. There will be an organizational meeting Sept 24 at 7 at the library. The pink house on Railway Avenue is no longer....pink. It is now white. Steve, the owner of the McCracken, Kunn, house, is adding a deck and fence to the property. I know he has done some renovations to the interior as well. Sunday church service was conducted by Dell Wickstrom. Dale Jones was slated to participate but he filled in at the Nazarene Church in
Sedgewick to help the grieving pastor. There were 12 in our congregation. The music was good as usual. We used all three different hymn books: Voices United, More Voices, and Songs of the Gospel. The Senior’s Drop In is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 4 p.m., in the basement of the Rec Centre, just downstairs from the library. Coffee or tea is always on. You can go to the library, have a cup of coffee, play a game of crib, have a good chin wag all in one trip to town. On Thursdays you could expand your trip’s purpose to recycle bottles and pick up the mail, do the banking. Anne Nelson will be in town this week. I called her just as she was about to call me. She would like to see as many friends as
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The Tanton family went on a European adventure just before the start of school. Daughter Shelby had bought tickets to the Tayler Swift concert in London over a year ago and invited her sister Cabrie and Mom. While Shelby and her cousin were using the summer break to hop across and visit major European cities, Tara, Craig, and Cabrie met up with them in London. While there they figured they wouldn't be this close again and checked Paris off the sightseeing list as well. Highlight of course was the week ending attending the Taylor Swift Era's Tour. Of course this was an epic experience that will last a lifetime. Now back, Cabrie started her Grade 11 year as a billet in Lloydminster and is playing for the U18AA Steelers. Congratulations! Bowling Season is just around the corner. With four leagues to choose from, there's one for
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County Council reviewing electoral division changes Leslie Cholowsky Editor
Flagstaff County Council conducted a census over the first part of 2024 in preparation for a review of the County’s electoral boundaries. Flagstaff County’s present seven divisions were created back in 1967, and this is the first electoral boundary review since that time. Council discussed the issued during their regular meeting held Wednesday, Sept. 11. An election history of the past three municipal elections showed a wide fluctuation in voters, from a low of 116 total voters in 2013, a high of 716 voters in 2017, and then a drop to 340 voters in 2021. When councils undertake an electoral boundary review, it must follow the Municipal Government Act, and rely on that, general advice from administration, methods and best practices of other municipalities, as well as the input and feedback from citizens and stakeholders. Council must look at the population per division, and not at the number of electors per division, with division boundaries designed so that no one devision deviates more than 25 per cent of the average population of all the divisions. Other rules govern how changes should be made, if changes are contemplated by Council, including the shape of any newly proposed divisions. While conducting the electoral boundary review, Council is also reviewing the overall number of councillors, and what it might look like going from seven to five. One councillor costs Flagstaff County an estimated $56,925 per year, or $227,700 over a fouryear term, which includes wages, travel, conference, benefits, laptop, and reimbursed expenses. Council heard that reducing the overall
number of councillors from seven to five would save Flagstaff County $455,400 per four-year election term. The 2024 census provided Flagstaff County with the population figure of 3, 660 total, with a breakdown for each division as follows: Division 1 - Councillor Rick Manning, population 417 (overall 11 per cent of total) Division 2 - Councillor Mat Ponto, population 527 (overall 14.4 per cent of total) Division 3 - Councillor Jeff Eckstrand, population 657 (overall 18 per cent of total) Division 4 - Councillor Melvin Thompson, population 437 (overall 11.9 per cent of total) Division 5 - Councillor Don Kroetch, population 707 (overall 19.3 per cent
of total) Division 6 - Larry Hiller, population 530 (overall 14.5 per cent of total) Division 7 - Councillor Howard Shield, population 384 (overall 10.5 per cent of total) Flagstaff County Council also reviewed neighbouring counties, where they saw that Beaver County, with an overall population of 5,868, has five councillors/divisions overall, with an average of 1,174 residents per division, and a population density of 1.8 per sq. km Camrose County has seven councillors/divisions, with a population of 8,504, an average of 1,215 per division, and a density of 2.6 per sq. km. Provost County has seven councillors/divisions, with an overall
population of 2,071, and an average population of 284 per division, and a density of 0.6 residents per sq. km. Should Flagstaff County drop to five divisions, it would have an average population of 732 per division, and a density of .9 persons per sq. km. Remaining at seven councillors/divisions, would drop that to 523 residents per division should they adjust the boundaries based on the 2024 census. In order for any changes to the division boundaries or number of divisions to be in place for the 2025 municipal election, Flagstaff County must adopt a new bylaw by Dec. 31. Council decided to present the public with three different options.
Option one would see the total number of councillors/divisions go from seven to five, where the populations of each would range from 700 to 754.
Option two would see the total number of councillors/divisions remain at seven, but boundaries would be adjusted to roughly equalize the Continued on Page 13
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Boundary Changes Continued from Page 12 population, ranging from 473 to 671 in each division. Option three would be to remain at seven councillors/divisions, and make no changes to present division boundaries, with division populations ranging from 385 to 706. Flagstaff County is looking for input from residents living in the rural county area (not including towns or villages, but including both hamlets, Strome and Galahad). A two-questions online survey is available until Wednesday, Oct. 2. Residents are also welcome to email their feedback, to: publicinput@flagstaff.ab.ca The county will also be holding a Public Open House on Tuesday, Oct. 1 from 4 to 7 p.m. where county residents can weigh in on the issues in person. Flagstaff County Council has a special meeting planned, where Council will hear a summary of the public engagement, and the first reading of the Electoral Boundaries Bylaw will be done. A public hearing to consider a new electoral boundary bylaw will be held at a Regular Council meeting that has been rescheduled to Wednesday, Dec. 18, to allow for a 60-day period between first reading and the hearing. This project was part of Council’s planning for 2024; it was identified as an initiative to undertake a municipal census in order to complete a review of the Flagstaff County electoral boundaries prior to Dec. 31, 2024, and to have them implemented for the 2025 municipal election.
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Hardisty Invitational enters five decades of tradition for local and regional schools
LESLIE CHOLOWSKY PHOTOS
The Hardisty Invitational Invitational is is a a tradition tradition that that started started 50 50 years years ago, ago, although although last last Thursday, Thursday, Sept Sept 12, 12 represented year The Hardisty represented the the 49th 49th annual annual running running of of the the classic classic race. race. This This year saw 33 schools send over 600 students to participate, despite the rain and chilly weather. Above: The Grade 8 boys at the start of their 2.2 km race. saw 33 schools send over 600 students to participate, despite the rain and chilly weather. Above: The Grade 8 boys at the start of their 2.2 km race. Leslie Cholowsky Editor
The Hardisty Invitational, ran on Thursday, Sept. 12, in Hardisty, the first of five races in the Battle River Race Series for Battle River School Division students and other visiting schools. Organizer Brittany MacMillan extended thanks to all the runners, and all the volunteers who made the race possible. She said, “We owe a huge thank you to all 20 volunteers today from the Hardisty Playschool, representatives from Battle River Dance Academy, and Bill, Bev and the Battle River Series crew for making this happen. “Every single person you saw running things today was volunteering. Hardisty always has
big community spirit!” The top High school male runner was Jhett Thue from Bawlf School, who completed the 4.4km course in 16 minutes and 44 seconds. Top High school female runner was Ava Here from CCHS, who finished the 4.4km course in 18 minutes and 43.8 seconds. Junior High Boys Grade 9 winner was Ryan Gonda from Settler, who finished the 2.2km course in eight minutes and 34.7 seconds. Grade 8 boys winner was Ty Torpe from ECKS with a time of nine minutes 18.9 seconds. Grade 7 boys winner was Ethan Hinton from Wainwright High, with a time of nine minutes 27.3 seconds. Junior High Girls Grade 9 winner was Svana Svienbjornson from CCHS, who
finished the 2.2km course in 9 minutes and 6 seconds. Grade 8 winner was Brigette Schultz of Bawlf School, finishing in 10 minutes 17.6 seconds. Grade 7 girls winner was Lily Nguyen of Hughenden School with a time of 10 minutes at 12.9 seconds. Sara-Jan Ruzicka from Killam school came in third place. Irma School runner Henry MacKay had a second-place finish in Grade 6 boys. The top 3 winners in Division 1 boys were Benson Ganser from Coronation, Caelum Pinto from Forestburg, and Chase Roth from Consort. Top 3 winners in Division 1 girls were Clara Boxma from Gus Wetter School, Dallya Dedora from Coronation School, and Aubree Richardson from Brownfield School.
In all, 608 runners coming from 33 different schools braved the cool, rainy day. Adults were welcomed to join the senior high school runners on the 4.4km course. Joffrey Wood, second place adult runner, can be seen leading the Senior High School girls at the start of that race. The Hardisty Invitational started the Battle River Race Series season off this year. There are five races total, and the next race is the S/Sgt Bruce Holliday Memorial Run in Bashaw on Thursday, Sept. 19. That will be followed the next Thursday by the Vikings Run in Camrose, then comes the Burma HillsBrownfiled race on Oct. 3, and the Spartan Tough race in New Norway on Oct. 10.
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Council Highlights Regular Council Meeting of September 11, 2024 Council Highlights briefly identify decisions made by Council. Council encourages its residents, businesses and stakeholders to keep in touch with Council news. Electoral Boundary Review Project Council approved the Public Participation Plan for the 2024 Electoral Boundary Review as presented. The following proposed concept maps will be included as options for consideration during the Public Consultation and Engagement process for the Electoral Boundary Review: 1. 5 divisions showing balanced population 2. 7 divisions showing balanced residences 3. 7 divisions with current electoral boundaries (no change) As part of the Consultation and Engagement process of the Electoral Boundary Review, an Open House at the Flagstaff County Administration Building on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 is scheduled. A Special Council meeting will be held Monday, October 7, 2024, for review of public consultation and first reading of the Electoral Boundaries Bylaw. The December 11, 2024 Council meeting was cancelled and a Council meeting will be held Wednesday, December 18, 2024.
2025 Gravel Production — Contracted Gravel Haul and Stockpile Council approved that Flagstaff County proceed with tendering for the 2025 Contracted Gravel Haul and Stockpile project, with the results to be brought back to Council for final approval. Appointment of Development Officer Council appointed Karen Burnand as the Development Officer for Flagstaff County. Flagstaff Victim Services — Finding Our Voices Program Council approved the request from Flagstaff Victim Services to reallocate up to $2,500 of their 2024 Community Development Assistance Grant to the ‘Finding our Voices’ program, as this program would qualify under the Community Development Assistance Grant Program. MD of Provost — Intermunicipal Collaboration Framework Agreement Review Council approved the renewal of the Intermunicipal Collaboration Framework (ICF) between Flagstaff County and the MD of Provost, with no revisions, for an additional five-year term, as presented.
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Alberta Invasive Species Council Council approved the Agricultural Service Board recommendation to financially support the efforts of the Alberta Invasive Species Council, effective 2025 in the amount of up to $2,000 annually to be funded by Municipal Taxes. Leafy Spurge Program Council approved the Agricultural Service Board recommendation that the helicopter services be adjusted from a 50/50 cost-share to a 75/25 cost-share between the County and Landowner for 2025 to see if there would be an increased uptake in the Leafy Spurge Program. Village of Forestburg to Acquire Land Council approved that the Flagstaff County Reeve send a letter to the Village of Forestburg Mayor on behalf of county representatives of the Intermunicipal Planning Committee (IPC) for the Village of Forestburg/Flagstaff County Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP) to request an IPC meeting to discuss the current status and Village of Forestburg plans for the Urban Expansion Area as outlined in the IDP with Jane Dauphinee of Municipal Planning Services in attendance to provide professional advice. 2024 Tax Sale — Public Auction Council approved that as the following property was not sold at auction, that Tax Forfeiture Title be obtained and then proceed to public tender for sale: x Roll # 1007550 – RN67;6;35,36. 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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Dates: Oct. 10 & 31; Nov. 7 & 28
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Weigh in on Boundaries
Flagstaff County Council is currently conducting an Electoral Boundary Review based on the results of our recently completed census — and we’re looking for public feedback. The main issue at stake: Should we reduce the number of councillors from seven to five? County and hamlet residents, you are urged to weigh in on this important issue in a number of ways.
Online or Print Survey
First, register your vote via our online survey at: https://bit.ly/FlagstaffBoundary or fill out the survey below, cut it out and drop it off at the Flagstaff County Administration Building or mail it to: Electoral Boundary Review; Flagstaff County; Box 358; Sedgewick, AB; T0B 4C0.
Public Open House
Second, be sure to attend our Public Open House from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 1 at the Flagstaff County Administration Building and give us your input in-person.
Email Feedback
Finally, residents are also invited to email your feedback by Wednesday, October 2 to: PublicInput@flagstaff.ab.ca.
What exactly are You Weighing in on? Council is looking for your choice on the following three options. Option 1: Five divisions based on balanced population. Option 2: Seven divisions based on balanced residences. Option 3: Seven divisions with no changes. Currently, the County is divided into seven electoral divisions, each represented by a single councillor. For background information and more details, please visit our website at flagstaff.ab.ca.
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skating for all ages. Contact the Sedgewick Skating Club for more information. The Battle River Art Club members celebrated the timeless dedication of Leola Forster recently. She has been president of the art club for many years and has decided to step down. New presidents Co-chairing the position are Ronda Johnson and Naomi Grindlay. Thanks to Leola for the many years of dedication. The club is now up and running for the season. Members will be meeting Monday evenings at 7 p.m. to work on their own projects. If interested in joining the club, please message Naomi or Ronda for more details. They are also planning on hosting some art courses in the near future, stay tuned! Sedgewick resident Josephine Field was the lucky winner of the Killam Guardian Drugs ‘back to school’ draw held at the end of August. Congratulations! Sedgewick Lions Club is an organization that is made up of volunteers throughout our area. Their goal is to raise money to give back to the community for projects and donations. Over the past years they have donated to Minor ball, Minor Hockey, Stars Air Ambulance, School lunch programs, Reading program, The Food Bank, and many other organizations. They have also suc-
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cessfully built or funded projects such as Sedgewick Lake Splash Park, the walking path, Dog park, Sedgewick Lions Playground and three cabins at Sedgewick Lake. So lots has been accomplished. One new project they are considering is free vision screening for children six months to 12 years old. They hope to rent or purchase a PlusoptiX Vision Screening Device. This screening device checks for near or far sightedness, astigmatism, lazy eye, and crossed eyes. It would take 30 seconds and the results are printed out with a recommendation whether to see an optometrist for a formal eye examination. Some of the club members will take the training to
use this device for screenings. They will keep everyone updated about this project. “We, the members of the Sedgewick Lions Club, would like to reach out to the community for any suggestions on new project ideas or donations needed in the future. So please send us your ideas, to: sedgewicklionsclub@gmail.com or by mail to Box 206, Sedgewick, T0B 4C0. “Also if you like volunteering and getting involved with fundraising projects feel free to come join our club.” They meet the first Wednesday of every month at the Sedgewick Community Hall, however there are no meetings being held in July and August.
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Report finds $2.29 billion bridge infrastructure deficit in rural Alberta Brett McKay Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Substantial investments from the province are needed to prevent the deterioration of thousands of Alberta’s bridges, according to a report from the Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA). Analysts from RMA looked at the condition of bridges and culverts managed by rural municipalities and estimated there is an infrastructure deficit of $2.29 billion. This deficit refers to the amount of money required to bring existing infrastructure conditions up to an optimal level where risk of failure is minimal, and maintenance costs are most efficient. If bridge infrastructure is allowed to deteriorate, the cost of repair will become “extremely expensive” and put “incredible pressure on municipalities to reallocate revenue from other areas to address their infrastructure issues,” the report says. Because maintenance costs rise considerably as conditions degrade, Wyatt Skovron, general manager of policy and advocacy at RMA, says an investment made now will pay for itself in the years ahead. “It's a lot of money, but it's also an investment in significant cost savings and significant risk reduction, both at the local and province-wide level in the long term,” Skovron said. The target state level of condition used in the report is about 94 per cent of new condition. Of the 8,334 bridges and culverts surveyed in the report, more than half had a condition rating of less than 50 per cent. Only 23 assets had a 100 per cent rating. Rural municipalities manage about three-quarters of all bridges in Alberta, and they tend to spend significantly more of their budgets on transportation than urban centres, Skovron said. Decades of underfunding from the province have made it harder for
municipalities to manage their bridge portfolios, leading to more weight restrictions to extend the lifespan of aging infrastructure and difficult conversations about strategically closing lesser-used roads and bridges. “Some of the narrative we've heard from the province periodically is that maybe the solution is we have to close some of these bridges, but very few exist for no reason. They're all providing someone or some business access, so it's a tough conversation to have locally,” he said. Roads and bridges are integral to supporting “almost every sector that drives Alberta's economy,” and are the “first link in national or even international supply chains,” Skovron said. “You can't get things to ports, and you can't get things to rail and so on without having these roads and bridges. So, we do want the province to start looking at it that way, and I think it might change the conversation.” Since the responsibility and management of local bridges was transferred to municipalities from the province in the 1990s, funding levels have fluctuated considerably. In 2013, Alberta's Strategic Transportation Infrastructure Program (STIP) was zero-funded and effectively removed from the budget, the report notes. Though the program has since been reinstated, RMA says funding for bridges in rural areas has continued to lag. The STIP budget is set at $43.5 million this year, and is forecasted to decrease to $32.6 million in 2025. The deficit summary report on bridges is the first phase of a larger project assessing transportation and utility assets in rural Alberta, and additional reports will be released in the coming weeks. The final publication will include detailed recommendations to the province, Skovron said, but two major changes RMA
is advocating for are significantly increases in provincial funding and for the province to work with municipalities to help build capacity around asset management.
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COMING EVENTS COMING EVENTS Brian’s U-Pick will be located in Daysland between Daysland Pharmacy and the Former ATB Building Monday to Friday 10 to 4 Saturday 10 to 3 Last day Monday Sept. 30 10 to 4 Bruderheim Community Thrift Store SUMMER SALE : clothes only September 23rd to October 4th, Monday to Friday 9 am to 6 pm. Opposite of Bruderheim School. Tofield Golden Club: Burgers, Salads & Sweets Thursday, September 26th, 2024 11:00 am to 1:00 pm 5004 - 54 Ave, Tofield $10 at the door, all ages welcome! Take-out and gluten free options available.
Volunteen Program at Hardisty Health Center (2024-2025) Registration is Now Open! Are you a youth aged 14-18 interested in a career in healthcare? The Hardisty Health Center is offering a valuable opportunity to gain experience through their Volunteen Program. Those interested can call or message Sheila Commandeur at 780888-7007, Monday through Friday, between 9 am and 4 pm. The deadline to register is October 4, 2024. Viking AA Group Meetings Wednesdays at 8 p.m. at the Golden Valley Lutheran Church
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OBITUARIES Ross Armstrong Taylor David Harold Taylor
It is with sadness the family of Ross Armstrong Taylor announces his passing on Monday, September 9, 2024. He is survived by his wife of 54 years Carol;
son Clint (Kathy), grandsons Dale and Jesse, and granddaughter Kim. He is also survived by his sister Mabel Fowler and her family; and brother Ernie Taylor and his family. Ross is also Survived by his late sister, Doris Currie’s family. He was predeceased by his son, Bruce; his parents, John and Dorothy Taylor; and his sister, Doris Currie. A Graveside Service was held on Saturday,
September 14, 2024 at Lornedale Cemetery at 1:00 P.M. There was a time of fellowship following the interment at the Viking Community Hall, Viking, Alberta. Donations in memory of Ross may be made to the Lornedale Cemetery. Viking Funeral Services Ltd. 780-336-4842
January 6, 1959 September 12, 2024
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With grieving hearts, the Taylor family announces the passing of our brother, David Harold - better known as “Dave.” His is mourned by his beloved partner,
Over 1100 years of deddicated servicce • Burial B i l and dC Crremation ti S Services i • Pr P e-a arranged dF Funerall Pl Plans • Monument Sales and Service S
Lorrie Olenik, his parents, son, daughter and their mom, grandchildren, siblings, family and relatives, all friends and neighbours - near and far - including those who knew him from before and have since passed, work mates, acquaintances even pets. With his positive, methodical energy, anything was possible. Dave was the champion of the underdog, stepping up to make things happen. You could count on him to hold up his part.
Now the daily pressures of life have eased. May he rest in peace and walk with the Lord forever. Amen. (Dave’s obituary is on the Viking Funeral Home website…take care, and find what makes you happy.) Donations in memory of Dave may be made to the Viking Health Foundation, Box 533, Viking, Alberta T0B 4N0. Viking Funeral Services Ltd. 780-336-4842 vikingfuneralservices.ca
Killam & Forestburg Baptist Church
Daysland DAYSLAND, KILLAM Alliance Church & ROSALIND 5030 - 57 Street Assoc. Pastor:Miguel Challoner Phone: (780) 374-3777 Phone: Killam: 780 385-3607 UNITED CHURCHES Pastors Kirby Schmidt-Teigen Service Times:
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Sunday, Sep 22nd Worship Service 10:30AM Worship – 10:30 AM Sunday School out for summer Killam & Daysland Killam:
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Forestburg: Worship – 9:00 AM www.killambaptistchurch.ca www.forestburgbaptist.ca
and Rob Johnson
WORSHIP SERVICE Sundays @ 10:45am
SUNDAY SCHOOL SUNDAYS Monday, September 23rd @ 9:30am. Classes for all ages! YOUTH GROUP Friday Evenings 5pm-7pm FREE GRAVITY (Jr Youth) & KIDS CLUB Community Supper at Check our website for fall dates. Killam United Church dayslandalliance.com
Pentecostal SEDGEWICK Sedgewick Killam Tabernacle & LOUGHEED 780-385-3587 Seventh-day
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UNITED CHURCHES Sunday 11:00 A.M. SUNDAY WORSHIP ADVENTIST CHURCH Meeting at 5018 - 47 Street Killam, Alberta. 42031 RR 131 10 AM Sunday School available during Pastor Teddy Joseph Sept 22 Lougheed the service. Everyone is Welcome. Phone: 587-736-0023
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FCAL holds Open House
Flagstaff Community Adult Learning in Killam hosted an Open House this past Thursday, Sept. 12, with around 40 people showing up to enjoy a tasty lunch, meet some new staff members, and check out upcoming programs and courses Above: Joanne McKenzie helped serve lunch, while Braeden Holmstrom and Sandra Erickson greeted visitors.
Young entrepreneurs sell delicious cupcakes If you were in Killam last Friday, Sept. 13, you might have seen these three young entrepreneurs hustling their wares to passing traffic. The three had made cupcakes, both regular and mini sizes, and were selling them at $1-$2 each. Above, Taisley, Caitlyn, and Karson (wearing the mask) made a killing in a short time as they hit the after-work crowd heading home.
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The Atlas Carbon Storage Hub from Shell and ATCO EnPower intends to store CO2 generated in the Alberta Industrial Heartland region. The first phase of the storage hub will store CO2 captured by Shell’s Polaris carbon capture project. A future phase of the project could serve as an open access hub to store CO2 for the partners and other third-party industrial sources. The CO2 would be permanently stored deep below areas of east central Alberta. Please join us at our upcoming open house to hear more details about next steps for the project, ask us questions and provide us with feedback.
Questions? Contact: Janine King Community Relations Advisor Janine.King@shell.com | 587 879 1633
OPEN HOUSE VIKING
Thursday, October 3, 2024 4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Viking Community Hall 5021 54 Ave, Viking, Alberta, T0B 4N0 Doors open at 4:30 p.m. A presentation will begin at 5:00 p.m., followed by a Q&A session, and time to speak one-on-one with the project team. Dinner will be provided.
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New project bringing fibre internet to rural Alberta Brett McKay Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Federal and provincial governments have announced another round of funding to bring broadband to over 8,800 rural Alberta households. As part of Canada’s universal broadband strategy, Xplore Inc. will receive a combined $63 million in federal and provincial funding to connect homes to fibre internet with speeds of up to one gigabit per second and unlimited data. "High-speed Internet is a necessity. Working with Xplore, your federal government is bringing high-speed Internet to every home in Alberta by 2030," said federal Minister of Rural Economic Development. “All communities, large and small, need a reliable connection to grow their potential in the digital world.” The Xplore project will include homes in Athabasca, Cochrane, Cochrane Lake Subdivision, Okotoks, Sundre, and 65 other communities, according to Jonathan Gauthier, press secretary to Alberta’s Minister of Technology and Innovation. "This is another important milestone in our ongoing effort to deliver high-speed connections to more Canadians in rural communities,” said Geoff Lowe, Interim CEO of Xplore.
The company has previously completed rural internet projects in Prince Edward Island and Quebec, and is also currently working on fibre internet and wireless broadband projects in rural Ontario. When Alberta launched its broadband strategy in 2022, the province reported that 67 per cent of rural Albertans and 80 per cent of Indigenous communities didn’t have access to high-speed internet at federal target speeds. The province has set the target of achieving complete connectivity for all Albertans by the end of the 2026/27 fiscal year, using either a fibre connection, fixed wireless access, or low earth orbit satellite technologies. Alberta’s government has budgeted $70 million for rural internet projects this year, and the broadband strategy will cost a total of $780 million, jointly funded by federal and provincial governments. "Alberta's government is committed to bridging the digital divide," said Nate Glubish, Minister of Technology and Innovation. "Our investment in Alberta's broadband strategy is delivering results for Albertans across the province, providing access to reliable, high-speed Internet. This infrastructure empowers rural communities, enhances economic opportunities, and improves the quality of life for thousands of Albertans."
LESLIE CHOLOWSKY PHOTO
While Flagstaff County farmers grow a wide variety of crops, it’s still kind of rare to see an entire field featuring a number of sunflowers, like this one between Daysland and Strome off Highway 13. A little known fact, sunflowers angle their faces to the sun, moving the heads from east to west as it travels across the sky daily until the flowers become too ripe and heavy with seeds. Then, until they are harvested, they will face only east.
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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
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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 of the 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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