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Final go in the saddle Lundbreck cowboy Kyle Thomson is hanging up his pro rodeo spurs, with his retirement announced on the weekend.

His final ride was for a cheering hometown crowd at the Pincher Creek Pro Rodeo on Saturday.

The five-time Canadian champion posted no time in the steer wrestling event but had a 76-point ride on Ames No Change in the saddle bronc event.

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Athletes set national records at first competition

By Shannon Robison record and Allen lifted a Joe Stockinger is total of 1,124 pounds, or bursting with pride more than half a ton. after two athletes he is Landon began training working with not only at Joe’s Gym about two excelled at their first years ago. For the first few competition, but broke months he simply pushed national records. himself to make a personal Landon Hochstein of difference and training Pincher Creek and Allen became a habit.

Marr of Sundrie took in Competition wasn’t the Grind Powerlifting something that crossed his Challenge in Medicine mind or that he ever imagHat on Aug. 13. ined doing, and he wasn’t This is a 100% Raw sure what to think when Joe Powerlifting competisuggested it. tion, meaning athletes Joe holds national and use no supportive world records and has a equipment and no drugs. wealth of experience to Competition includes share. Landon says Joe is Photo courtesy of Murray Hochstein three disciplines — Coach Joe Stockinger, left, with Landon Hochstein and Allen Marr at the Grind Powerlifting very strict and very specific.

Challenge in Medicine Hat, where both athletes set national records. squat, bench press and “It’s a good thing deadlift. because it makes everyAt 19, Landon was one of the youngest athletes in the competition. thing you do develop that much quicker.”

In the 67.5-kilogram weight class he had a best squat weight of 124 Landon says there are different things powerlifters must focus on — kg, a bench press of 95 and a deadlift of 161 for a total of 378.5 kg. diet, training and consistency. Cleaning up his diet was key, and once he He beat previous records in all disciplines, crushing the bench press realized that staples like pizza were holding him back, he began to eat record by a whopping 35 kg. cleaner.

At the other end of the spectrum, Allen was the oldest competitor “It’s not that simple to lift, it’s how you do it,” Joe says. “Fine form, at 61. that’s the thing. It’s not how much, it’s the form — and that’s where I In the 100-kg weight class he had a best squat weight of 165 kg, a come in.” bench press of 140 and a deadlift of 210 for a total of 510 kg.

After eight months of training, Landon was ready to compete.

His efforts also earned national records in all disciplines.

Joe was ready as well. “We have fun, I love it!” he exclaims.

To put this into perspective for those better versed in the imperial At the event, his coaching shifted to helping his lifters put concensystem, Landon’s bench press was 77 pounds greater than the previous See POWERLIFTING, continued on page 4

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Tenacious seniors unveil new games room

By Erin Fairhurst The Coleman Seniors Centre recently unveiled their brand new games room.

Amidst the pool tables and shuffleboards, centre president Frank Loseth has promised to display a gleaming plaque presented by the Community Foundation of Lethbridge and Southwestern Alberta.

The foundation pledged $5,000 towards the project, which involved an extension of the existing facility.

But according to Charleen Davidson, the executive director of the foundation, it’s Frank and the other members of the Coleman Seniors Centre who truly deserve to be recognized.

“You deserve a standing ovation for your time and persistence,” Charleen said at the ribbon cutting ceremony in the games room on Aug 16. “You overcame a lot of hurdles.”

Plans have been in the works to expand the centre since late 2014, and Frank says that about $70,000 of the budget was contributed by the seniors themselves.

“We’ve had many personal donations, and we’ve also done fundraisers like bake sales.”

The Municipality of Crowsnest Pass awarded the seniors centre a loan of $15,000 and Frank says that CAO Sheldon Steinke was instrumental in that transaction.

Mayor Blair Painter was also on hand at the ceremony, and congratulated

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Irene Filafilo, longtime treasurer of the Coleman Seniors Centre and Mayor Blair Painter unveil the new games room at the centre.

Irene says she’s looking forward to using the new space for shuffleboard and darts.

all of the volunteers on their hard work. “This is great for our community, and our seniors,” he said.

Before the expansion, equipment such as pool tables was stationed in the centre’s main hall — an arrangement that was not only crowded, but also a hazard during socials and functions.

“People were always bumping into them,” recalls Frank.

Local support included the Crowsnest Museum, which donated 37 feet of land that allowed for the building extension. As well there were donations from Reimer Construction, Cox Electric and Ultimate Plumbing.

“We just have so many people to thank,” said Frank. “This is really going to increase traffic at the centre.”

And though the expansion is now complete, that doesn’t mean it’s all fun and games from here on in.

“We’re still looking for donations and support,” says Frank, “we’re not done yet.”

In photo at left are Frank Loseth, president of the Coleman Seniors Centre, and Charleen Davidson, executive director of the Community Foundation of Lethbridge and Southwestern Alberta.

“Senior centres are critical to every community,” Charleen said at the ceremony, adding that incentives such as the games room are “vital to seniors.”

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tration over nerves. “It’s the minuteness, the fine things, that help them block out the nervousness and tension and do great things,” he says. “I see that from a different standpoint.”

Landon struggled with his bench press, moving his feet on the first two attempts.

With only one shot remaining, Joe told him, “I have the boot ready if you miss this one.”

Landon’s response to Joe’s mention that he “nearly bombed” is a chuckle. “I was completely off,” he says. “I talked to Joe and refocused.”

Thankfully, Joe didn’t need that boot after all, with Landon’s third attempt being not only successful, but a record breaker.

“I didn’t expect it at all and it’s a really great feeling,” Landon says. To come away from a first competition with three national records in hand is an exciting thing. “It shows that everything had

Thank You The family of Georgia Tomik would like to thank Dr. Rottger, Dr. Cameron, Dr. Burton and the wonderful nursing staff at the Pincher Creek hospital for the compassionate care that Mom received during her last days. Thank you to Dr. Rottger for the care given to Mom over the last several years.

Thank you, friends, for the visits, food, flowers and offers of help. It will always be remembered.

We are very grateful for the assistance given by Shawn, Chris and Dennis from Eden’s Funeral Home during this sad time and at the service.

To Reverend Taylor, we extend our gratitude for the lovely Celebration of Life and for your kindness and caring in the preparations for the service.

Thank you to the United Church Women, the Roaring Lions and Fibre Friends for preparing the delicious lunch that was served. Thank you to Bessie Carlson for playing the organ, it was lovely.

The flowers from C&D Floral were beautiful, and we thank you.

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worked and there’s a reason for the hard work.”

Landon has found positive reinforcement in seeing his progress compared to others.

Joe was thrilled to watch Landon and Allen excel at the Medicine Hat competition. “I love to see them advance and do well. This is my thing.”

The highest compliment Joe can receive is to be told that others see him in the athletes he has coached. He is jubilant at the thought of Landon stepping into his footsteps.

Going forward, Landon says he will definitely compete more but doesn’t have specific competitive goals.

His interest lies in coaching, and he sees competitions as a means to becoming the best coach he can be. “The experience will make it easier to go into it and to talk with and sympathize” with those he trains.

For now, he’ll continue working with Joe and making his coach proud.

Hewetson Bridge closed for maintenance Submitted by Town of Pincher Creek Hewetson Avenue Bridge closed on Tuesday, and will remain closed for about 30 days to accommodate an upgrade to Pincher Creek’s water distribution system.

In order for this upgrade to take place, two large bore pits will be dug on either side of the bridge which will render it entirely inaccessible for the duration of the project.

This infrastructure update is being funded by both provincial and federal grants.

Citizens with questions are asked to use the citizen request system available on www.pinchercreek.ca/ town/citizen_request.php — please choose Capital/ Tendered Projects.

We would like to thank everyone for their patience while these important upgrades are completed.

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Happy 50th Anniversary to Pincher Creek & District Historical Society!

Next week’s issue of Shootin’ the Breeze will feature Kootenai Brown Pioneer Village and the Pincher Creek & District Historical Society.

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A great day for a parade!

The Pincher Creek Chamber of Commerce Rodeo Parade delighted viewers who packed the length of Main Street to enjoy the 40-minute show. See more photos online at www.shootinthebreeze.ca. Photos by Brenda Shenton

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Travelling fiddler stops in the Pass

By Brad Quarin Crowsnest Pass and Pincher Creek welcomed special guests at the end of July, as Jasmine Reese and her dog, Fiji, passed through the area on their musical world tour.

The Indiana woman is sharing her interests, in the fiddle and dogs, while learning about the world.

She is travelling by bicycle, towing a cart behind for Fiji.

The whippet dog runs about 30 kilometres each day, with many breaks, and her cart is water-resistant.

While in the Pass, Jasmine joined in the musical entertainment at the Taste of Crowsnest. She had participated in fiddle camps and street performances already, but this was the first big event of her trip.

The invitation to take part in Taste of Crowsnest came from Paul Pichurski after he met Jasmine at a fiddle camp in Castlegar.

“It was great to have her join us to play for the Taste. She’s a wonderful musician,” says Paul.

The Pichurski family provided accommodation

and tours to the travelling duo while they were in Crowsnest Pass and he says it was interesting to have her share stories with them.

“It’s such a cute town, I like it,” Jasmine says.

Fiji loved Crowsnest Pass even more, running and playing in the rivers.

Jasmine also enjoyed the Taste of Crowsnest.

“It’s not really formal. It’s really laid back, and people are nice.”

Jasmine left Indianapolis at the beginning of March.

“While I am a U.S. citizen, I do not live anywhere except on my bicycle for now,” she says.

After leaving Crowsnest Pass, she travelled through Pincher Creek, which she describes as a very nice town with nice people. She says, “It’s always the people that make the town.”

Jasmine intends to continue east to Nova Scotia and, afterwards, to Asia, Europe, Africa and South America.

To follow her journey, visit Fijapaw on Facebook.

Photo by Brad Quarin

While passing through the area earlier this month, Jasmine Reese joined local musicians in a performance at the Taste of Crowsnest.

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Hometown cowboys were the rodeo hit, as always, and the new Wild Ride was highly entertaining!

Ryan McGlynn Call Marr

Jack Mitchell

Dustin Flundra

Dustin Sippola

David Robbins

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Lana Sproule Niki Flundra

Call Marr

Kyle Thomson

Nina Smith Lucas Michalsky and Lucas Weatherbee

Otys Little Mustache

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My Little Corner

By Brenda Shenton There was something missing from the parade this past weekend: Brian Turcott and his horse.

I cannot remember watching this annual community celebration without seeing him, smiling away as he rode by. We were so lucky to have this colourful character as part of the Pincher Creek fair and rodeo community for so many years. We appreciate all that he did to promote the down-to-earth, honest and true western way of life.

We salute him and share this memory from August of last year as a tribute and to say that he is missed. Happy trails, Turk, from all of us at Shootin’ the Breeze.

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Troy Hasselman gives a reading at a pioneer grave site during Talking Tombstones at Fishburn Cemetery.

History comes alive in the moonlight

By Shannon Robison Under the light of Thursday’s full moon, a procession of vehicles followed an aged hearse to Fishburn United Church. The air was nippy and sporadic raindrops added chill to the night.

About 40 people came for a history lesson — to learn about pioneer men and women who built the community and now lie beneath tombstones in the cemetery beside the church.

Voices for the deceased were provided by Andrew McCutcheon, Farley Wuth, Gord Tolton, Nicole Dyrkacz, Toni Lucas and Troy Hasselman.

Each told of the life and death of a community member. There were stories of achievement, sacrifice, hard work, love and loss.

Doris Blackburn held the crowd captive as she spoke of her grandparents, Forest and Clara (Swinney) Blackburn. Without a script, she spoke from the heart before reading a compiled history.

The evening ended with a thoughtful time of silence.

The Pincher Creek and District Historical Society and Kootenai Brown Pioneer Village have offered cemetery tours by moonlight the past four summers. The tours offer a unique way to learn more about the community, those who built it, and their family members who remain in the area.

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“Serving agriculture, the basic industry, this is George Atkins.” For 25 years, these words marked the end of CBC Radio’s regular farming show, hosted by a GEORGE ATKINS (1917 - 2009) man known as “the BROADCASTER AND commentator with a FOUNDER OF FARM RADIO INTERNATIONAL smile in his voice.”

In the pre-Internet era, George Atkins’s know-how helped countless Canadian farmers stay in the loop. Today, his legacy benefits rural communities worldwide thanks to the non-profit organization he founded, Farm Radio International.

George Atkins’s childhood on the family farm near Oakville, Ont., helped lay the foundations for a lifelong passion. After obtaining a bachelor’s degree from Ontario Agricultural College, he operated a small farm for a few years before beginning his career in broadcasting at Hamilton’s CHCH-TV. The CBC recruited Atkins in 1955 and made him the network’s farm and gardening host, a title he kept until retiring in 1979.

Atkins came up with the idea for Farm Radio

International in 1975 during a trip to Zambia with other journalists. At the time, agriculture-themed radio programs in the small African country covered many of the same topics as they did in Canada: tractor maintenance, commercial fertilizers and newfangled techniques.

The problem, Atkins realized, was that this information was of no use to the vast majority of listeners, who were too poor to actually follow the advice. Farmers in the developing world could, however, benefit greatly from radio broadcasts that focused on issues relevant to their working conditions.

All that was missing was a way to get such information to those who needed it — and George Atkins, lifelong farm radio host, knew exactly how to do so.

When Atkins launched Farm Radio International in 1979, his first order of business was to send free radio scripts to broadcasters in 26 developing countries. Today, the Ottawa-based organization produces scripts in over 70 languages and provides them to broadcasters in more than 100 countries, reaching 150,000 farmers each month.

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People of Serbian origin are part of a large and well-established group of Canadian citizens whose presence in Canada dates back to the 1850s. Many of these first Serbian immigrants came to work in British Columbia’s then-booming mining industry, settling massively in towns like Prince Rupert, Kamloops and Dawson City.

The journey doesn’t start By 1900, their province of choice was Alberta, where they helped atmostly the beginning. build some of Canada’s It begins at the end. first roads and railways.

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Tennis champion Milos Raonic and Stanley Cup winner Milan Lucic — two of the hottest names in sports right now — are both Canadians of Serbian origin. Other notable Serbian Canadians include Mila Mulroney, current director of the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and wife of Canada’s 18th prime minister, and Boris Malagurski, a TV host, filmmaker and activist. Malagurski’s documentary debut, The Canada Project, chronicled his 2005 move from Serbia to Canada.

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Quiz TEST YOUR CANADIAN KNOWLEDGE

QUESTION 1: Which famous Canadian musician with a solo career spanning more than 45 years and 35 studio albums to his name will turn 71 on Nov. 12, 2016?

QUESTION 2: Which Canadian city was the first in North America to be placed on UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites list?

QUESTION 3: In 1976, the Canadian Patent Office issued its millionth patent to James Guillet for what eco-friendly invention?

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As those of you who have read previous articles know, in November the Crowsnest Museum is opening an exhibit on the First World War. Because of this, we have recently been on the hunt for artifacts from that era, and what we have found sheds more light on the role of Crowsnest Pass soldiers in the fighting.

For example, we have the original field diary of Pte. Arthur Graham from when he was a signaller in the 15th Reserve Battalion in 1918.

Arthur Errol Graham was a Coleman boy whose parents ran the local post office in the early 20th century.

He grew up to become the sporting editor of the Nelson Daily News, and on Aug. 17, 1915, he enlisted in the 54th Kootenay Battalion.

Graham was fighting overseas from

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Nov. 2, 1915, until late 1918. He fought in multiple regiments before returning to Crowsnest Pass, where he worked in the mines for the next 45 years.

His notebook is full of his technical notes for signalling. Through detailed diagrams and small script, it sheds light on the complexity of the signalling role.

Their job was to relay messages from the front lines to the battalion’s headquarters. It was dangerous due to their static position and because, in order to use a telephone, landlines (wires) had to be laid often in the open, making the signaller vulnerable to enemy shelling.

The Arthur Graham estate was generous enough to donate this and other artifacts to the museum collection. The artifacts will be put on display with the new exhibit on Nov. 11.

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Learning to quilt with a dragon’s heart In photo above, from left, Bella Moller, Josephine Atkinson, Amy Lorenz and Meredith Van Roessel work their way through projects that include pin cushions, pillowcases, passport pouches and floor pillows as part of the Quilting for Kids summer class offered by Dragons Heart Quilt Shop.

Top right, Amy concentrates as she sews and stops as part of the pattern she is working on.

Bottom right, instructor Jenny Root lends a guiding hand to Bella as she contemplates the pattern before taking to the machine.

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We’re giving away 10 pairs of tickets for first annual Lethbridge Bulls and Prairie Baseball Academy versus Hurricanes charity ball hockey game!

Tuesday, Sept. 6 at Exhibition Park in Lethbridge 5:15 p.m. Meet the Players 6 p.m. Game Time Ten winners will be selected by random draw on Wednesday, Aug. 31 at 4 p.m.

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The first Flower Show brought the Lions Den in Pincher Creek alive with vibrant colour on Saturday. The entire hall was filled with beautiful arrangements. In top photo, Kay Weir, Shelley Maloff and Campbell Weir show some of the many varieties of roses grown in the Oldman Rose Society’s garden at Lebel Mansion.

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Hunting high and low for huckleberries

Jason Crawford, sales and marketing manager at Castle Mountain Resort, is excited that visits were up over last year for the 21st annual Huckleberry Festival. The weather was perfect and people of all ages came out to enjoy the scenic chairlift rides, berry picking, great food, kids activities and live music. Jason credits the Castle Mountain Community Association, Canadian Ski Patrol, Canadian Association of Disabled Skiers, the Perry family, Big Rock Brewery, New Amsterdam Spirits, Alberta Parks and Alberta Fire Smart for making the festival a success.

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Tom Weekes, on your retirement!

Thanks to everyone for coming out to the 11th annual Crowsnest Pass Doors Open and Heritage Festival!

With over 8,800 people attending events over the five days, 2016 was our biggest success yet.

A special thank you to our sponsors, participants and volunteers for making this event possible.

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Mark your calendar for August long weekend 2017!

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The Pincher Creek Co-op would like to thank you for your 46 years of dedicated service. Your loyalty, hard work and commitment is very much appreciated, and you will be greatly missed.

We wish you all the best in your retirement!

Retirement Barbecue – Wednesday, Aug. 31 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Cowley Co-op Enjoy lunch with Tom to celebrate his retirement!

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Special feature Aug. 31, 2016 issue of

Ferol Jean Davis 1927 – 2016

Ferol, wife of Howard Davis, passed on Aug. 16, 2016, at the age of 88 years, after a brief time at the Pincher Creek Health Care Centre.

Ferol was born on Dec. 17, 1927, at home on the family farm in Lima County, Illinois, to Truman and Lydia Waite. She was the identical twin to her sister, Carol, and the older sister to brother Daryl. Ferol (and Carol) enjoyed their childhood years on the family farm, especially riding their much-loved ponies.

After attending Business College in Illinois, Ferol travelled west (to visit Carol) in Washington state, where she met and married Howard Davis in September 1946.

After managing a ranch at Roosville, B.C., for 13 years, Howard and Ferol realized their dream of owning their own ranch in the foothills of Alberta. They moved their young family and herd of Hereford cattle to the Porcupine Hills ranch, which they came to love. They experienced both the rewards and the challenges of ranch life there for 55 years.

Less than two years ago, Ferol and Howard left their ranch home and moved to Vista Village in Pincher Creek. She passed away less than a month before their 70th wedding anniversary.

Ferol is survived by her husband, Howard Davis; her children: Susan Earl, Ron (Donna) Davis and Mike (Marj) Davis; her grandchildren: Cody (Kathy) Earl, Bob (Jill) Earl, Jay (Denise) Earl, Krista (Ryan) Myers, Kara Davis, Clay (Meghan) Davis, Angela Davis and Hayley Davis; her great grandchildren: Chase and Kady Earl, Maddisyn and Zakk Myers, and Nathan and Nick Kelly. Special mention of her little dachshund Peppy, who was seldom found far from her side for 12 years.

The Memorial Service for the late Ferol Davis was held on Aug. 23, 2016, at the Cowley Community Hall. A private graveside service was held for Ferol at the Livingston Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Vista Village, PO Box 1510, Pincher Creek, AB, T0K 1W0; to STARS, 1441 Aviation Park N.E., PO Box 570, Calgary, AB, T2E 8M7; or to Windy Slopes Foundation, PO Box 2554, Pincher Creek, AB, T0K 1W0.

To email condolences to the family, please visit www.snodgrassfuneralhomes.com.

Snodgrass Funeral Home (Pincher Creek) assisting the Davis/Earl families with funeral arrangements 403-627-4864 Pincher Creek www.snodgrassfuneralhomes.com

With fall comes the opportunity for young and old to get involved in community and educational activities.

Don’t miss this special feature in the Aug. 31 issue of Shootin’ the Breeze.

Interested in learning a new skill?

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Looking for volunteer opportunities?

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Shootin’ the Breeze Business Directory See your ad here for as little as $13.60 per week. For information, call 403-904-2227 or email ads@shootinthebreeze.ca

SPECIALTY SERVICES AND INDEPENDENT CONSULTANTS Turnbull Trucking Hauling • Topsoil & Fill Crushed & Pit-Run Gravel

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Ball hockey game supports Alzheimer research Submitted by Dianne Herrick of Alzheimer Society Alberta and Northwest Territories “He shoots, he scores!” will be heard Sept. 6 at Exhibition Park for the first Lethbridge Bulls and Prairie Baseball Academy versus Hurricanes charity ball hockey game.

The Prairie Baseball Academy was founded in 1995 as a platform for student athletes to pursue their post-secondary education and continue playing baseball.

Over the past 20 years over 700 players have graduated from the program and provide a strong alumni represented from coast to coast in Canada.

Student athletes in the program can attend either the university or the college in Lethbridge. Players in the program are expected to maintain a good GPA, putting academics first.

The PBA also puts an excellent game on the field. The academy plays a very strong spring schedule against some of the top junior college teams in the United States.

In their own conference, the CCBC, the Dawgs — which is the team name — have won six straight championships dating back to 2011.

This program is a valuable part of the Lethbridge community and they hope to continue their winning tradition on and off the field as PBA continues to grow as a program.

If you would like more information about the Prairie Baseball Academy, feel free to contact them at 403-3201302 or at PBA@telusplanet.net.

With this calibre of players you can bet the upcoming ball hockey game will be packed full of exciting play.

Gates open at 5 p.m. with good food, a 50-50 raffle, face painting and a chance to meet the players. The three-period game starts at 6 p.m. with audience participation activities

during intermissions.

Great way to treat your staff, family or friends to a fun night out. All ticket sales will support the Alzheimer Society.

For more information about the game, call Diane at 403-329-3766 ext.

301.

Alzheimer’s disease is the leading form of dementia. It is a fatal progressive disease of the brain that robs one of memory and steals the ability to reason, communicate and perform daily tasks.

Changes in the brain can begin to appear decades before diagnosis and progression can last between seven and 10 years. Eventually, the person affected will require 24-hour care and supervision.

Age is the single biggest risk factor but the disease can strike as early as 40.

The Alzheimer Society is part of the leading nationwide health organization for people affected

by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia in Canada.

In Alberta, the Society supports innovative research, provides enhanced care and support to people with the disease, their families and their caregivers and is a prominent voice with government.

Alzheimer’s disease has no known cause or cure. Until a cure is found, the Alzheimer Society is here to help and provide support to those impacted by the disease.

The society works to heighten awareness, provide support services and support research into the cause and a cure for this disease.

For a chance to win complimentary tickets, courtesy of the Alzheimer society and Shootin’ the Breeze, look for the ad in this week’s issue.

McMan Pincher Creek sincerely thanks everyone who made a purchase at the 2016 Pincher Creek Pro-Rodeo Concession or Cabaret.

We are extremely thankful to all those who supported the Concession and Cabaret: Pincher Creek Ag Society, Pincher Creek Rodeo Committee, Old Dutch, The Town of Pincher Creek, Backcountry Butchering, Pincher Creek Co-op, Canadian Breads, Simply Catering, Crow Signs and Embroidery, O’bies and the Pincher Creek Rotary Club.

To all of our concession volunteers: Doug, Leon, Andrew, Blaise, Mark, Brittney, Alice, Annie, Ronda, Lisa, Brad, Brittany, Kelsey, Alex, Damon, Cheyenne, Mikki, Ashlynne, Sarah, Courtney, Noreen, Kevin, Kelsey, Denise, Clayton, Aaron, Glenn, Taylor, Trevor Anne, Jane, Rose, Karen, Braden, Ria, Aurora, Francoise, Chris and the rest! Without you this fundraiser would not have been possible.

Together, more than $6,000 was raised for The Junction: Pincher Creek and Area Food Bank.

Phone: 403-627-2014 – 659 Main Street Open 8:30 – 4:30 Monday through Friday We’re on Facebook! @ The Junction: Pincher Creek and Area Food Bank

HEWETSON AVENUE BRIDGE WILL BE CLOSED UNTIL ABOUT WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 21, FOR WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM UPGRADES Thank you for your patience!

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CLASSIFIED ADS – You’ll find it here!

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Horse hay for sale. Grass/alfalfa, fertilized/irrigated, fine stemmed. Net wrapped, rounds. No rain. Can deliver.

Sunshine Valley Hay Farm, Cowley. Ken Poulsen 403-628-2555.

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HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup” Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252.

FOR SALE 2008 Ford Ranger Sport extended cab, 4WD, new tires, back shocks and battery, excellent condition, $7250 OBO. Call 403-627-3690 or 403- 627-8701.

Local classifieds appear in bold text, ahead of the blanket classified ads. To place your ad call 403904-2227 or send an email to office@ shootinthebreeze.ca.

AUCTIONS COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION. 9th Annual Red Deer Fall Finale Collector Car Auction. 200 cars. Westerner Park, Sept 9, 10 & 11. Last year sold over 85 percent. Time to consign, all makes models welcome.

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Over 150 guns - handguns, rifles, shotguns, hunting and sporting equipment. To consign 780-440-1860.

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Family fun comes to Glenwood this weekend

By Brad Quarin The village of Glenwood will be a family-fun destination this Friday and Saturday with the celebration of Glenwood Days.

Everyone is welcome to join in the festivities, including people from outside the community.

“It’s a celebration of the village itself,” says councillor and organizer Steve Lybbert. It consists of games, meals, sidewalk sales and more.

Glenwood Days begins Friday night with dinner at 6 p.m., followed by an outdoor showing of a family movie.

The meal will be inexpensive and there’s no need to register in advance.

Showtime will depend on when it gets dark.

On Saturday, breakfast will be served at around 7 a.m., and the sidewalk sale will open at 9:30. Anyone can bring a table to sell their items, Steve says.

Games and family activities will run from noon to 3 p.m.

Highlights include the lawnmower races, in which people test their speed and agility while riding lawnmowers.

Usually, these races have taken place on the street with competitors riding between buckets. However, last year they raced on the grass.

The popular bed races involve races on mattresses with tires and front steering, like a go-cart.

The fireman challenge has participants running with hoses, filling hoses, carrying dummies and climbing ladders.

There will also be a bouncy house and an obstacle course.

The village has been running Glenwood Days for around 15 years.

Prior to that, the Armstrong Cheese company, which is based in Glenwood, ran the event for nearly as long.

And it was formerly a cheese fest, according to Steve. Back then, the company made cheese for the event and people brought in desserts for judging.

Previously, Glenwood Days has received visitors from Cardston, Hill Spring, Pincher Creek and Fort Macleod. The organizers and people of Glenwood welcome all of you to come again and bring your family and friends!

MÉTIS HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING

Hewetson Avenue Bridge in Pincher Creek is closed until Sept. 21 Thursday, Aug. 25 – Bad Moms Night Out — 9 p.m. at Fox Theatre in Pincher Creek – Visit Crowsnest Community Market for family fun — 4 to 8 p.m. at Gazebo Park in Blairmore. Featuring live entertainment, handmade items, fresh produce, baking and more. Facebook.com/ crowsnestcommunitymarket.

Friday, Aug. 26 – Ferny Turnbull live — 9 p.m. at Coleman Grand Union Hotel – Dinner show — 6 p.m. at Great Canadian Barn Dance near Hill Spring, www. gcbd.ca – Pioneer Country Market — 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at arena lobby in Pincher Creek Saturday, Aug. 27 – Country-style buffet and family dance at Great Canadian Barn Dance near Hill Spring, www.gcbd.ca – Live music — 3 p.m. at Coleman Legion Sunday, Aug. 28 – Turtle Mountain Riding Club gymkhana — 1 p.m. at the grounds down the old Frank Road Wednesday, Aug. 31 – Turning Pointe Dance Studio fall registration for Crowsnest Pass — 3 to 8 p.m. at the Hillcrest studio. See ad on page 11.

– Retirement barbecue for Tom Weeks — 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Cowley Co-op.

See ad on page 17.

– Early deadline for Sept. 7 issue of Shootin’ the Breeze

— cocktails at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. at Kootenai Brown Pioneer Village in Pincher Creek. Advance tickets only.

See ad on page 5.

– Shootin’ the Breeze office closed Saturday, Sept. 3 – Kootenai Brown Pioneer Village 50th Birthday Bash and Harvest Festival — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Kootenai Brown Pioneer Village in Pincher Creek. Family fun for everyone! See ad on page 5.

Monday, Sept. 4 – Shootin’ the Breeze office closed Wednesday, Sept. 7 – Turning Pointe Dance Studio open house — 6 to 9 p.m. at the Hillcrest Studio. See ad on page 11.

Thursday, Sept. 8 – Turning Pointe Dance Studio fall registration for Pincher Creek — 4 to 8 p.m. at Lebel Mansion. See ad on page 11.

Friday, Sept. 9 – Pincher Creek Chamber of Commerce Trade Show — 3 to 8 p.m. at Pincher Creek arena Saturday, Sept. 10 – Pincher Creek Chamber of Commerce Trade Show — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Pincher Creek arena Friday, Sept. 30 – Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder workshop hosted by McMan — 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Heritage Inn, Pincher Creek. Preregistration is required by Sept. 23; contact Wayne Camber at 403-627-2014 or wayne.camber@mcman.ca. See ad on page 16.

Friday, Sept. 2 – Kootenai Brown Prohibition Gala Listings cost $10 (per week) and include up to 25 words.

Additional words are 15 cents each.

Consecutive weeks, without changes, are half price.

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Email your event to ads@shootinthebreeze.ca or call 403-904-2227 Deadline is Thursday prior to publication at noon.

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Shootin’ the Breeze Business Directory See your ad here for as little as $13.60 per week. For information, call 403-904-2227 or email ads@shootinthebreeze.ca

RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL GOODS AND SERVICES • Steel Sales • Fabrication • Repair • Portable • Drill Stem Sales Township Road 6-0

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Gee’s Electric Inc. Wade Giesbrecht – Owner/Operator 403-627-9258 giesbr1@telus.net Box 1001, Pincher Creek, AB T0K 1W0

Sand, gravel, landscaping rock, grader, dozer, skidsteer work Trucking Ltd. Lucas Sorge

Shop: 403-627-4361 Cell: 403-627-7615 lucas@sorgetrucking.ca www.sorgetrucking.ca

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Everywhere we looked

kids were having fun!

Kids had no shortage of fun things to do over the weekend in Pincher Creek. From dancing in the park to games at the Legion, there were activities galore. Some chose the glamour of face painting while others were more than happy to play in the puddles and sand piles. See photo details online at www.shootinthebreeze.ca.

Photos by Brenda Shenton and Shannon Robison