Vegreville News Advertiser - August 2, 2023

Saddle Bronc contestant mid flight.

(Michelle Pinon/Photo)

Michelle Pinon News Advertiser

The Bruce Stampede Pro Rodeo delivered on all fronts, combining stellar performances and top notch entertainment to an enthusiastic crowd of 4,000 plus fans on July 30.

People come from far and wide to take in one of Canada’s oldest professional rodeos, and there were even some fans from the United Kingdom, Ukraine and Belgium in the stands.

As is the tradition a moment of silence was held for former Bruce Stampede Association directors who had passed away in the last year. Those directors included: Marlene Malowany, Rick Schmaus, Vicky Field, Jean Grinde,

Bruce Stampede Delivers on All Fronts

Each year the Canadian Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame recognizes industry leaders in the categories of: Contestant, Animal, Builder and Legend. Greg Rumohr’s mother Grace, brother Reg, and sisters Lynn and Joan accepted the Canadian Pro Rodeo 2022 Legendary Achievement Award on his behalf. The late bullfighter was raised in Fort Saskatchewan and unexpectedly passed away in an industrial accident on May 11, 2015.

According to Cowboy Magazine, Rumohr spent many Bruce Stampede - CONTINUED ON PAGE 18

Norma Hogstead, Jean Bracha, Eileen Komarnisky, Walter Komarnisky, David Laube, Larr Clark and Rodger Foster.

WHAT’S INSIDE

July 24

15:42- Complainant reports receiving a text from a local food establishment about their order worth $220 was ready for pickup. They stated they never ordered food and don’t know anything about it. The food establishment stated the order was placed online. Under investigation.

16:03 – Call regarding a suspicious package from China where a wooden doll was received in the mail. The package had correct address etc. but was not ordered. (This could be one of many online shopping scams.)

July 25

06:33 – Call to report truck being entered and a number of items stolen. A Milwaukee impact wrench & grease gun as well as a pocket knife were taken. Under investigation.

08:19 – Report of a stolen license plate. Plate added to the RCMP database.

08:48 – Repot of a break and enter to a shed. A red Honda EU3000 generator as well as a compressor were stolen. Under investigation.

10:35 – Report of a blue Ford abandoned on a rural road near Hwy 16 in Lamont County. A note was left with a phone number asking not to tow the vehicle. Members marked the vehicle with police tape.

10:49 – Members attended to two calls regarding an ongoing neighbour dispute.

12:00 – Report of someone staying in a garage of an abandoned property. Member attended and noted signs of entry that were previously boarded up. File forwarded to Peace Officers for follow-up.

13:40 – Report of a break and enter discovered after returning from 3 days away from home. Multiple items including a monitor, passports, jewelry were taken. Prints were obtained. Under investigation.

16:06 – Call reporting that their truck and trailer broke down and will not start. It is sitting on the rail tracks and they are unable to move it. CN advised and they will stop trains in the area.

16:20 – Report of a family dispute via text message.

17:42 – Report of a stolen truck. Vehicle was added to the RCMP database and later recovered on a different file.

July 26

11:57 – Report of a two vehicle collision between a semi-truck and SUV. Occurred at Hwys 16 and 15.

14:49 – Report of a subject attending the complainant’s place of work and calling them names while refusing to leave.

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Members attended but the subject had left. Members attended the subject’s residence and warned them about their behaviour and the possible legal consequences.

15:19 – Family member checking on house noted that a garage had been entered forcibly. A number of items stolen including a speaker. Under investigation.

14:00 – Members responded to a neighbour dispute and spoke to both parties mediating the situation.

July 27

10:09 – Report that the complainant’s fuel tank was drilled while parked at a public building. Members canvassed the area and checked for CCTV.

11:08 – Report of theft from a storage trailer where locks had been cut and two tool boxes stolen. Under investigation.

16:30 – Traffic enforcement conducted resulting in a number of tickets including speeding, driving an uninsured motor vehicle, use of off-road lights on roadway, and others totaling approximately 13 violation tickets being handed out. There was also a report of speeding through a playground.

with documents for court.

05:25 – Commercial burglar alarm reported in Vegreville. Members attended and confirmed break and enter. CCTV obtained which included valuable information. Further investigation determined that four other businesses had also been hit by the same two subjects causing extensive damage. Additional CCTV being reviewed. Under investigation.

13:36 – Report of defamation where the subject is saying things about the complainant. Members discussed the matter and possible civil action and also spoke with the subject of the complaint.

16:32 – Report of a sexual assault. Under investigation.

16:58 – Harassment via SnapChat where an unknown account is sending taunting messages about a previous incident. There are no contact conditions between the two parties. Warning provided to the subject and advice on applying for a peace bond provided to the complainant.

18:12 – Complainant reported subjects driving by their house laughing at them. Both parties advised to stop engaging the other.

20:55 – While on patrols, members located and arrested a subject on warrants from the Edmonton Police Service. Subject processed and released with documents for court.

22:45 – Anonymous report that a subject is trying to sell a red Honda 3000 generator for $200. Members looked into the report but checks were negative. Under investigation.

July 30

09:43 – Report of a stolen catalytic converter likely taken overnight. Complainant later updated members that they were mistaken and no damage was done to the vehicle.

10:00 – Break and enter to a Vegreville business. Extensive damage and multiple items stolen. CCTV being reviewed.

July 28

09:28 – Report of a house being egged.

12:30 – 911 call to report an abandoned vehicle in their yard. The white 2002 GMC 4 door truck had the windows smashed and ignition torn out. Members attended and recovered the vehicle noting the ignition was NOT punched. Registered owner notified.

16:16 – Call to report that a family members’ tires were slashed on three occasions. Members conducted safety planning with client.

July 29

02:31 – Report of someone attempting to run the complainant off the road. Driving dangerously, following them and break checking. Subjects arrested and released

13:08 – Report of gas station numbers being removed from the sign. No damage was done and numbers were replaced.

During the week there were 83 calls for service made in total including: 1 false 911s, 2 false alarms, 1 animal strike, 2 relationship violence, 4 calls under the Mental Health Act or related to mental health, and approximately 18 tickets or warnings from traffic enforcement.

The RCMP encourages members of the community to contact them if they have any information on files listed in the Blotter.

Have questions about the Blotter? Reach out to us at blotter@newsadvertiser.com and we will do our best to provide answers to your queries.

RCMP files from July 24 - 30 Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser

Vegreville Fire Chief Promoted to Manager of Protective Services

Michelle Pinon News Advertiser

After less than eight months on the job as Fire Chief for the Town of Vegreville, Mitch Newton has been promoted to Manager of Protective Services.

Newton started in his new role on July 12. He replaces Allan Weiss. In addition to his new duties, Newton will remain as Fire Chief until a new one is found.

As to how this new role will differ from the previous one, Newton will be looking after the administration of the fire services rather than operations. He will also be looking after municipal enforcement, including disaster services, adding onto his portfolio.

While Newton said he doesn’t have a plan perse, he will be evaluating the needs of all the departments. “I will be assisting and developing plans and bud-

gets for all departments as well as looking after disaster services, and I’ll still be the health and safety officer till otherwise told.”

Since began as Fire Chief, Newton has seen a dramatic climb in the number of firefighters on the roster. The number of firefighters serving on the department has increase by 17 people, four of which are junior firefighters, bring the total up to 47 firefighters.

Regarding the dramatic rise in members, Newton attributed the sizable increase to leadership. “I just think positive leadership all around the department. We’re making changes in our leadership teams and adding onto our leadership teams and I think just the members getting the word out that we have a great team and that team is bringing in more people.”

Local Entrepreneurs Continue Battle to Save Former H. A. Kostash School

Michelle Pinon News Advertiser

Even though efforts to save the former H. A. Kostash School by Smoky Lake entrepreneurs Brian and Leesa Jones have not been successful to date, they are not giving up on their business plan to repurpose the building as an artist gallery and Ukrainian cultural centre and hope to persuade government officials to stop its demolition.

Time is running out, however. According to Jared Gustafson, Press Secretary for Office of the Minister of Infrastructure, “Hazardous materials abatement is scheduled to start August 1, 2023, and abatement is expected to be eight weeks in duration depending on what is encountered. The overall demolition is expected to be within four to five months.”

Back in April, then Press Secretary Benji Smith stated that, “Alberta’s government has committed $24,498,407 for this project (including construction of the new school and demo of the old school). The design-builder is Delnor Construction Ltd. The contract with Delnor includes abatement and demolition of the old school.”

Brian told the Vegreville News Advertiser that, “Until the walls come down there’s still hope.” The couple have reached out to their local MLA as well as Alberta Infrastructure in recent days, but have yet to receive a response.

They were hoping the Province would cover the cost of a stop work order that has been estimated to be around $150,000 as well as waive the remediation fees. Even at that, Brian said they would still be saving the taxpayers of Alberta at least half a million dollars in addition to keeping the former school in use by providing space for local businesses to lease, creating employment and generating tourist dollars.

Brian said it would also align with the Town of Smoky Lake’s and Smoky Lake County’s strategic plans for economic growth and development.

He does admit that, “If there is no response from the

Province offering to cover the demolition stop or other private investors, we will lose this great asset in our community.”

Brian and Leesa aren’t the only ones who want to keep the school in the community. In the span of only eight days at total of 360 residents signed the couple’s petition to save the school and they have received many letters of support, including two from former Town of Smoky Lake Mayors Hank Holowaychuk and Carole Carpenter.

Holowaychuk spoke glowingly of the efforts of Brian and Leesa who have lived in the community for over 20 years and own and operate four businesses…The community needs more people like Brian and Leesa if we are going to continue to build now and for our future.”

He went on to say, “The province must work with the business community in looking at all the viable options in repurposing buildings.” He cited several communities that have successfully done that, and pointed out that, “Education is about building students who will be the future builders of our communities, province and country. And with the talk of carbon footprints and climate action, repurposing existing building is good for our world.”

Carpenter, who served on council for more than 21 years, noted that several older buildings in the community which had been scheduled for demolition had been successfully repurposed and the services they now provide are an asset to the community.

“I feel the economic impact from the variety of businesses and services that Brian and Leesa will be able to incorporate at this site would be very beneficial to our community and help our rural community grow and

prosper.”

They also received letters of support from the Alberta Ukraine Chamber of Commerce, Metis Crossing, Vision XS Limited, (strategists and fundraiser for the Smoky Lake Tourism Company) Northern Lights RV Resort, Studio 28 Artists’ and Crafters’ Guild and Smoky Lake Heritage Board to name a few.

The Town of Smoky Lake and County of Smoky Lake issued a press release following a special joint meeting on July 20. It stated the estimated cost to cancel the project would be $150,000 and cost to delay the contract estimated to be $75,000 per month. The property would not be sold or transferred for anything less than fair market value in addition to the necessary asbestos abatement estimated to be $425,000.

The statement also acknowledged that, “all avenues have been exhausted in respect to municipally supporting the campaign to save the school and efforts initiated by Brian and Lisa Jones. No further municipal time or resources will be expended to support or entertain efforts in saving the Old HAK School building or portion thereof for commercial and/or community use.”

Aspen View Public Schools Superintendent Neil O’Shea said, “We are proceeding with the complete demolition of the former school building, in line with the project’s initial scope as funded by the Government of Alberta. Following this, we plan to redevelop the site into sports fields that will benefit both the new school and the broader Smoky Lake community. This decision underscores our commitment to providing high-quality education facilities and supporting our community.”

Mitch Newton. (Town of Vegreville/Submitted Photo)

Fence enclosing the former H.A. Kostash School on Aug. 1.

(Brian Jones/Submitted Photo)

Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser – Opinion

Social media. I’m convinced that just like bell bottoms, the “Miami Vice” look, pet rocks and maybe mood rings the future will not judge social media kindly. In general, I think many platforms are simply a cesspool of angry echo chambers. Others are disinformation factories.

One seemingly innocent trend in the mix is selfies. Thought to be popularized by the Kardashians, the unstoppable trend is popular with pretty much everyone. Well… not me, but 99% of the rest of the planet. I’m just not cool like every other celebrity, or politicians like our PM and many others in politics, sports or any place occupied by those with opposable thumbs. I can’t even describe the breadth because I don’t really care.

Thought to first appear (in modern days) on photo sharing site Flickr around 2004, things really picked up speed in the 2010’s with the arrival of smartphones. To find the ORIGINAL selfie, one has to look much further back. According to the Library of Congress, the first selfie EVER was taken by a man by the name of Robert Cornelius in 1893.

Of course, there are good selfies and bad selfies and even guides to make sure you have one and not the other. Approximately 92 million selfies are taken daily, Oxford Dictionaries named “selfie” the word of 2013 and 6% of adults think taking a selfie at

a funeral is acceptable. But what about deadly selfies?

According to a study by the iO Foundation, between 2008 and the middle of 2021, 379 people world-wide were killed while taking selfies. By contrast, sharks kill about 10 people per year on average, so that would come to about 130 people in the same time frame. Yes, selfies are deadlier than sharks.

So obviously, taking a selfie in the change room, with a friend at an event or with your goldfish isn’t all that dangerous. However, the trend of daredevil photographs for social media is what is driving these disturbing stats.

Canada gets some notoriety in the iO report, holding 2nd place in the most dangerous places on earth to take a selfie with Niagara Falls coming in behind Glen Canyon in the U.S. For third you have to travel to Columbia (Charco del Burro).

Another look by Priceonomics peered into the data back in 2015 noting that it was particularly dangerous to take a selfie while standing on a cliff or ledge of a building (falls from heights) or while swimming (drowning). Falls from trains came in third with gunshots and grenades rounding out positions 4 and 5. But… trends are changing with more recent trends showing drowning in #1, transportation (planes, trains and automobiles) in second place with falls and fire tied for third.

Not surprising is men are three times more likely to die while taking selfies and most are under 24 years of age. Good news for Canadians is that we didn’t crack the top ten in countries for most selfie-related deaths.

Even Rolling Stone Magazine did a piece on tragic ends to selfies. The list ran the gamut of lightning via selfie stick, 3,000 lb (1,360 kg) walrus encounter, swept into the ocean, roof of train (but death by electricity), live grenade, running with the bulls, posing with a gun, flying a Cessna 150 (selfie induced crash), the Taj Mahal (falling down the stairs), railway bridge and a cliff dive.

One thing that most (or all) of these events have in common is an extreme lack in judgement. Some destinations have even resorted to outlawing selfies, although I’m sure that won’t deter everyone. Just a few weeks ago, a woman was gored by a Bison in Yellowstone National Park and Monday, Remi Lucidi, a wellknown (selfie shooting) daredevil fell to his death from a Hong Kong high rise.

On the odd chance that you still aren’t sure what works and what doesn’t, if you want to be famous, you need to take the perfect selfie. First, find a dangerous place such as somewhere high, or perhaps near a wild animal. We don’t have any mountains close by, so you may want to find a lonely bull in a field. Then, you need to get very close to said danger with your back to it of course. Then pose in an awkward, unbalanced position and post as soon as possible. No need to get out of harm’s way. You wouldn’t want to miss the opportunity of posting on the odd chance that the wild animal is ripping you to shreds. If you don’t get the number of likes you need, repeat while amping up the danger.

Whether you are a seasoned selfie taker or a novice, PLEASE don’t become a statistic. There are plenty of others who will do that. Your friends and parents will still love you if you have boring selfies. If you need to exercise your creativity, put the energy into something valuable to humanity and keep off the killfile lists.

Tell me what you think. Email me at abletters@newsadvertiser.com

Cindy Baydala’s ATB Financial 38th Anniversary and Everyday Hero Quarterly Award

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

Colleagues and clients celebrated Cindy Baydala’s ATB Financial 38th Anniversary and Everyday Hero Quarterly Award on July 25.

Cindy is presently working as a Personal Banking Specialist at the Vegreville Branch.

She said this bank was called Alberta Treasury Branch when she started working.

When asked what made her want to work for a bank, she replied, “Actually, my mom started working for ATB at Two Hills. She did a lot of overtime and when I was seven years old she brought me in and I started volunteering where I was stamping all their forms with the ATB tag.

Then I went to Edmonton to attend NAIT and I got a part time job with ATB Financial Head Office where I would input RSP forms.

After that, I worked for ATB at the bank at Jasper Place in Edmonton.

Later, I started working as a secretary for the branch in Vegreville and I have worked here for 35 years.”

When asked how the banking industry was different 38 years ago from today, she answered, “There has been a lot of changes. At first, there were computers but it was very limited what we could do on them. It was basically done by ledgers that we scrolled out and we had to manually post the

withdrawals and deposits in a machine that was like a little typewriter. Then at the very end of the day, we had to make sure everything balanced to the penny. Sacks of bank statements came to the branch at the end of the month. Also, people could get their fishing and hunting license here.”

The best part of the job is the relationships I had and have with my colleagues and my clients.

The challenges were learning the computer and finding the time to take the courses while working too.

The advice I would give someone who is considering working in the banking industry

is to be open minded with learning. It is a great industry to learn if you like numbers and like to be face to face with clients.”

Manager Angie Vandale mentioned that Cindy is customer focus and she always does everything she can for them. “She has so many good qualities that it would take all day to describe her but overall, she does an amazing job.”

Personal Banking Specialist Toni Cheremshynski commented that Cindy is special by the bond she makes with her clients and how secure people feel with her.

Customer Service Representative Teresa Eleniak was the nominator who wrote a letter to nominate Cindy for the Everyday Hero Quarterly Award in May 2023 which Cindy has now received.

Eleniak expressed that Cindy is making an impact in our community and the lives of ATB’s clients. An example she wrote was over one year ago, Ukraine was invaded by Russia and a war broke out. Many families were forced to flee their homeland due to the conflict and uncertainty. Some of these families arrived in Vegreville where Cindy was waiting.

She has opened over 75 accounts and products for these families.

She demonstrates understanding and compassion to them as the effects of war are devastating.

Cindy not only helps with their banking

needs but also their needs for being a part of the community. She has put in many extra hours assisting the client with their banking needs as well she volunteers with Vegreville and Area Stands With Ukraine where she has been a part of the aid bringing citizens to our community and supporting their needs with living in our community.

She is an ATB Champion in all that she does.”

Cindy with her Anniversary cake. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

90 Years Ago – August 2, 1933

Following out a generous and clear-cut policy of co-operations between the creamery and patrons Burns & Co. Ltd. at the Vegreville Creamery has completed sending out bonus cheques for cream delivered by patrons for the six months ending June 30th. The cheques reached sizeable figures in many cases, but whether for large or small amounts they were gladly welcomed by their recipients.

There seems to be just one improvement after another in this little town of Lavoy. Two groups of boys with Dr. Arthur at the head of each have planted flowers in beds 5 ft. in a radius around the silent policemen. There was a contest between the two groups to have the prettiest bed. Mr. Robinson judged these plots and gave his decision in favor of the one standing guard near the hotel. The winners were to get ice cream, but it ended up with both groups getting some. The winners getting strawberry and the losers getting vanilla.

Crops and gardens were shriveling up around Ryley until Saturday morning when the weather broke and heavy showers fell all day Saturday and Sunday. There is probably enough moisture to carry the wheat, although showers at intervals would be helpful.

75 Years Ago – August 4, 1948

Figures released by Mr. Fitzallen, secretary-manager of the Vegreville Fair gave the following attendance, each day: Monday, 2812; Tuesday, 5895 and Wednesday, 3496. With paid admission and exhibitor passes the total was 12,453.

The Vegreville and District Farm Boys’ and Girls’ Camp of July 26, 27, and 28, met with considerable success. Forty-four boys and twenty-six girls were in attendance, which indicates an increase in numbers over former years.

Wheat as a food for man was cultivated as far back as 12000 B.C.

In the belief that the custom tends to perpetuate both the strength and wisdom of the tribe, the Octamacas, South America Indians, maintain a marriage system under which all girls are married to old widowers and all boys to old widows.

A Long Branch man put a burglar to flight by hurling an alarm clock and a piggy bank at him. He deserved the victory, to which he devoted both time and money.

Most birds brood their eggs for periods ranging from 13 days to eight weeks.

50 Years Ago – August 2, 1973

A project that could have far-reaching effects on the Town of Vegreville has been initiated by the Vegreville Chamber of Commerce. It has been learned that the accommodation for the mentally handicapped at Red Deer is being overburdened with large numbers of persons requiring assistance and that the Government of Alberta is looking into the possibility of perhaps additional accommodation to be located in Vegreville. A meeting on Monday evening saw representatives from the Department of Health and Social Development meet with interested persons from Vegreville to begin the groundwork for such a service. It is thought that the Hon. Mr. Neil Crawford, Minister of Health and Social Development will meet in Vegreville following the accumulation of pertinent information to pursue the project further.

Commenting on the Feed Grains Policy announced by the federal government on August 3rd, Bill Dascavich, Regional Co-ordinator of the National Farmers Union said recently that there is little likelihood that the announced plan will enhance the image of the Liberal party in the eyes of prairie grain farmers. Although many farmers will breathe a sigh of relief to know that, for at least another year, orderly marketing of feed grains has not been completely cast out the window.

25 Years Ago – August 4, 1998

There was an electrical short in the front hair-cutting stations of Today’s Image. Thanks to a passerby who alerted the Vegreville Fire Department, the Fire Fighters were quick to respond arriving on the scene at 5:32 a.m. There was extensive smoke damage and the fire could have been a lot worse had the fire department arrived any later.

The 1998 version of the Vegreville Agricultural Society’s parade had something for everyone from marching bands, horses, antique vehicles, and candy galore. The parade’s theme was saluting the 125th anniversary of the RCMP.

Several local seniors received medals at the recent Alberta Seniors Games, held in Three Hills. Gold medalists included Robert Rokos of Ryley in five-pin bowling, age 65-74 points over average category, and Bruno Bagdan of Killam in five-pin bowling, age 65-74 scratch category. George Kachuk of Willingdon won gold in men’s golf while David Mervyn of Willingdon won in 70-plus singles snooker. Elaine Keith of Vegreville won gold for her crocheted tablecloth.

Ernie Pshyk of Two Hills shot a hole-in-one Tuesday, July 21, using a wood on the third hole at the Two Hills Lions Golf and Country Club.

Welcomed

Politicians Living the High Life While Travelling on Taxpayer Dollars

Franco Terrazzano

Canadian Taxpayers Federation

Politicians and bureaucrats are going out of their way to stay in the fanciest hotels, take the sweetest rides, feast on the most exquisite cuisine and spend the highest amount of money possible.

“The Department of Canadian Heritage incurred costs of approximately $17.5 million in connection with its responsibilities,” reads an audit of the government’s fourday trip to a German book fair.

You read that right. The Trudeau government spent $18 million sending bureaucrats to a four-day German book fair.

“Governor General (Mary) Simon’s personal appearance cost an additional $801,418,” noted the investigative journalism service Blacklock’s Reporter. “Expenses included stays at the five-star Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof Hotel.”

The government’s defence? Canada was the “guest of honour.” And as guest of honour, “Canada assumed significant financial and operational obligations.”

Have you ever heard of a guest of honour being stuck with an exorbitant tab? No. When you’re the guest of honour, people throw you a party.

Of course, Canadian taxpayers weren’t the guest of honour. The party wasn’t for us. It was for our government bureaucrats.

And there’s a pattern.

The governor general spent $71,000 at “Icelimo Luxury Travel” during Simon’s four-day visit to Iceland last fall.

Icelimo specializes in “genuine luxury travel life experiences … crafted with flair and finesse entirely around your dreams,” according to its website.

It’s tough to tell which part of this trip is the most bizarre.

Perhaps it’s that the governor general could have saved money if she had bought a BMW, driven it around the island and then left it outside the airport with the keys in it.

Maybe it’s that the governor general racked up a $71,000 transportation bill when the hotel was an eightminute walk from the main conference centre.

Or perhaps it’s that Simon brought her director of communications and manager of strategic communications, and neither advised her that spending more money on

“Icelimos” than the average Canadian makes in a year is not the best PR move.

Then there’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spending $61,000 on hotel rooms in Manhattan during a star-studded, two-day anti-poverty summit.

Nothing screams fighting poverty like taking tens of thousands of dollars from taxpayers who have less than you and spending their money on five-star hotel rooms.

Canada also flew 276 delegates to the United Nation’s 2021 Climate Change Conference in Glasgow, Scotland. That was the largest delegation of any G7 country, including the host nation. The conference cost Canadian taxpayers more than $1 million.

But fighting for the environment isn’t cheap, especially when your finance minister books a hotel in the wrong city – 86 km away – leaving taxpayers on the hook to pay thousands for a luxury chauffeur service to cart her back and forth.

Last March, Simon and her 29-person entourage spent almost $100,000 on airplane food on their week-long trip to Expo 2020 in Dubai.

They enjoyed beef Wellington with red jus, buttery chicken tikka masala, apple and cranberry stuffed pork tenderloin and pan-fried chicken scallopini in a wine reduction sauce. That’s not exactly, as Simon claimed, “like airline meals” us normal folk are used to.

There is hope for taxpayers fed up with the government wasting our money.

This spring, the government quietly acknowledged scrapping the Department of Global Affairs’ Mission Cultural Fund. The slush fund paid seniors in other countries to talk about their sex lives, promoted a Margaret Atwood book in Australia and funded a sex toy art show in Germany, among other overseas misadventures.

The Canadian Taxpayers Federation discovered this misspending, and thousands of Canadians successfully pressured politicians to cut this waste.

A serious government would immediately cut international travel budgets following recent revelations of extravagance. This government won’t do that on its own. Just like the Mission Cultural Fund, taxpayers can end the waste. But we’ll have to keep hounding politicians until they begrudgingly cut budgets.

Franco Terrazzano is the Federal Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation.

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Every time a newspaper dies, even a bad one, the country moves a little closer to authoritarianism...

24F/6R w/ HI/ LO range, 20.8-38 duals, shedded, 1 owner.

●1980 IH 1486 tractor w/ 9’ front blade, 8,422 hrs., 145 hp. diesel, 2WD, 540/1000 pto, 3 hyd’s., 16F/8R, HI/LO w/ TA, 20.8 - 38 rears.

●1974 IH 574 tractor, 5825 hrs., 67 hp. diesel, 2WD, 2 hyd’s., HI/LO range, 8F/4R, 16.9-30 rears

●2012 MASSEY FERGUSON WR9725 s/p swather w/ 2013 MF 5200 header, 30 ft. UII p/u reel, 837 header hrs., 1,337 engine hrs., hyd. fore/aft, hydro, single knife drive, 1 owner.

●1986 CASE IH 5000 s/p swather, 24½ ft. HCC p/u reel, diesel, 2,802 hrs., gauge wheels.

●1986 CASE IH 5000 s/p swather, 24½ ft. UII p/u reel, diesel, 2,562 hrs., gauge wheels.

●1981 IH 4000 s/p swather, 24½’ p/u reel, gas.

●1989 Case IH 725 p/t swather, 25’ bat reel.

●1977 IH 4000 s/p PARTS swather, 19½’ gas.

●IH PARTS draper header, 24½’ bat reel.

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●1999 IH Eagle 9400i highway tractor, 905,150 km., 460 hp. Cummins N14 engine, 6x4, Eaton Fuller 18 sp. trans., hyd. wet kit, 11R24.5 tires, GVWR = 52,000 lb.

●1996 IH 9400 highway tractor, 943,213 km, 435 hp. Cummins N14 eng., 18 speed trans., hydraulic wet kit.

●2013 & 2012 CASE IH 8230 s/p combines w/ Case IH 3016 Series II 15 ft. p/u headers, 2013 has 1,258 sep. hrs. & 1,634 eng. hrs., 620/70R42 duals, GPS, AutoGuidance Nav II controller, Power Plus CVT drive, luxury cab & Crary big top hopper extension; 2012 has 1,932 sep. hrs. & 2,606 eng. hrs. & 900/60R32 fronts, Both have AFS Pro 700 monitors, auto header height control, fore/aft,, HD planetary w/ diff. lock, extended wear rotor, lateral header tilt, rock trap, yield & moisture logging, Magnacut fine cut chopper, long unload auger, HID light package, shedded, excellent condition.

●2012 CASE IH 8120 s/p combine w/ Case IH 3016 - 15 ft. p/u header, 2,048 sep. hrs., 2,749 eng. hrs., AFS Pro 700 monitor, auto header height control, fore/aft, HD planetary w/ diff. lock, standard wear rotor, yield & moisture logging, Magnacut extra fine cut chopper, long unload auger, lateral header tilt, rock trap, HID light pkg., 900/60R32 fronts, power mirrors, block heater, shedded, excellent condition.

●2005 BOURGAULT 5710 Series II 47 ft. air drill w/ Bourgault 6350 tank, 10” spacing, double shoot, 3” carbide spread tip openers, 3” packers, 350 bushel tank, dual fans.

●1991 BOURGAULT FH536-42 air seeder w/ Bourgault 2195 air cart & Morris Rangler III 40 ft. harrow packer, 8” spacing, 195 bu., hyd. fan.

●1990 BOURGAULT FH546-52 cultivator, 52 ft., 12” spacing, gauge wheels, Bourgault 4 bar 5’ & 6’ mounted harrows, NH3 kit, rear hitch.

●1990 CASE IH 4900 vibra chisel cultivator, 51 ft., 10” spacing, w/ Morris 4 bar harrows.

●1985 IH 5500 chisel plow w/ Valmar 240 applicator, 39 ft., w/ 3 bar harrows.

●1983 IH 5500 45 ft. deep tillage chisel plow, 12” spacing, w/ Harmon 4 bar harrows.

●Herman 52 ft. 4 bar culti-harrows.

GRAIN VACS & AUGERS

●2008 REM 2700 grain vac w/ hoses

●2004 Brandt 5200 EX grain vac w/ hoses.

●2011 WHEATHEART BH841 auger w/ hyd. transport, 8” x 41 ft., Kohler 27 hp. motor.

●2001 & 1997 BRANDT 1060 MD mech. swing augers, 10” x 60 ft., never spill spouts, full bin alarms. ●1991 WESTFIELD MK130-61 mech. swing auger, 13” x 61 ft., elec. winch, never spill spout, full bin alarm. ●Mayrath 10” x 50 ft. manual swing grain auger, hyd. drive, winch lift, never spill spout, full bin alarm, 540 pto. ●1979 Allied TC8-11 auger w/ Onan 20.5 hp. motor, 8” x 42 ft. ●1979 Allied TC35 grain auger, 7” x 35 ft., no motor.

●1990 IH 2674 t/a grain truck w/ 19 ft. steel box & dual cylinder hoist, 881,133 km, 4,693 eng. hrs., 350 hp., NTC-350 Cummins 855 engine, 11R22.5 tires, Road Ranger 13 spd. trans., roll tarp, 8½ ft. wide & 58” high box.

●1978 IH Loadstar 1700 s/a grain truck w/ 15 ft. steel box & Nordic dual cylinder hoist, 10F/2R, HI/LO, 154,405 km showing, 10.0020 fronts, 11R22.5 rears, 8½’ wide x 60” high box, MV 404 gas engine. ●1975 IH Transtar II cabover t/a grain truck w/ 1997 Courtney Berg 20 ft. steel box & Nordic dual cylinder hoist, 393,629 miles, 1998 Detroit Diesel 450 hp. Silver 92 engine, Fuller Roadranger 13 sp. trans., roll tarp, 8½ ft. wide x 54” high box, 11R24.5 tires. ●1989 Ford F-450 dually fuel service truck, 206,000 km, 5 sp. manual, custom built 260 gallon fuel tank w/ 12V electric pump, hose, & auto shut off nozzle. ●2005 Jaguar X Type 4 door car, 343,583 km, auto., leather, loaded. ●1983 Ford 23 ft. motorhome, 105,440 km showing, awning, sleeps 4, roof carrier, renovated, good condition.

GRAIN BINS

●(6) Westeel Rosco ±1800 bu. hopper bottom bins. ●(5) Westeel Rosco ± 2100 bu. hopper bottom bins. ●(8) Westeel Rosco ±1650 bu. bins w/ wood floors. ● (4) Butler ±1900 bu. bins w/ wood floors. ● (2) Westeel Rosco ±2700 bu. bins w/ wood floors. ●(2) M.I.L / UFA ±1650 bu. bins w/ wood floors.

●Westeel Rosco ±4000 bu. bin w/ wood floor.

●Westeel Rosco ±3300 bu. bid w/ wood floor.

●2006 CASE IH 2388 s/p combine w/ 2006 Case IH 2015 M14 BC 14 ft. p/u header, 2,347 threshing hrs., 2,994 eng. hrs., Crary big top hopper ext., rock trap, reverser, chopper, straw spreader, 30.5L - 32 fronts, 14.9 - 24 rears.

●(2) 2014 CASE IH 3152 straight cut headers w/ 40 ft. HCC p/u reel, auto header height, double knife drive, (1) w/ top cross auger.

●2011 & 2010 HONEYBEE SP36 rigid draper headers, 36 ft. p/u reels w/ plastic fingers, upper cross auger, lateral header tilt.

MISCELLANEOUS

●2013 RITEWAY 68 ft. heavy harrows , 5 bar, 9/16” tines, hydraulic adjust angle. ●1988

KELLO-BILT 250 breaking disc, 14 ft., 26” blades. ●RICHARDSON 8 yard pull scraper

●1978 Ullman Trailmobile 40 ft. high boy trailer. ●1995 Brandt 84 ft. p/t sprayer, quick fold, 830 gallon poly tank, new hydraulic pump. ●1974 Dri -All continuous flow propane grain dryer, 30 hp. elec. fan. ●1991 Jiffy 700 hi dump silage wagon.

●1979 NH 358 mixer mill w/ Forester auger.

●Kinsella fork type rock picker w/ side rock hook.

●1994 Polaris 400 quad, 4X4, 2,416 miles.

●2009 John Deere 65” 3 pt. hitch rototiller.

●Rhino 5 ft. 3 pt. hitch rough cut mower.

●Allied 7 ft. 3 pt. hitch rear blade. ●(3) 1000 gal. fuel tanks. ●500 gal. fuel tank w/ stand. ●240V fuel pump w/ 2” hose. ●Powertek 9000W generator ●Lund 16 ft. aluminum boat w/ Mercury 20 hp. motor. ●± (40) Pallets of tools & general farm misc - See Website!

More Challenges Ahead for Andrew Village Council

This year has already proven to be extremely challenging for Andrew village council, and it continues to remain the same as its Chief Administrative Officer Tim Melnyk has been relieved

of his duties and no one has put their name forward to run as a candidate in the Aug. 21 by-election.

Mayor Merwin Haight stated in a telephone interview on July 28 stated that, “CAO Tim Melnyk was relieved of his position at this past council meeting.” That meeting was held on July 26. He confirmed that, discussions took place in camera and a motion was made out of camera during the public meeting. Haight made the motion to relieve Melnyk of his duties as CAO immediately that was carried unanimously. Melnyk was dismissed without cause.

Retirement Farm Auction for John Pacholek, St Michael, AB

Sat, August 19, 2023, 10:00 AM

Location: 182036 Twp. Rd. 560 being 6 Mi. South of St. Michael Corner, on Highway 45 to Twp. Rd. 560 and 1 ½ Mi. E. or 1 Mi. North of Lamont on Sec. 831 to Highway 29 then 6 Mi. East to R. Rd. 184, 2 Mil. North to Twp. Rd. 560 & East 1 ½ Mi.

Sale Preview: Friday, August 18 (10 a.m.- 4 p.m.) loading available Sale Day & Monday, August 23 only) Major Items Sell Approx. 1 P.M

Tractors & Cat: *J.D. 5020 w/Cab, 18.4X38 Rubber, New Batteries, Duals, Dual Hyds., 1000 P.T.O., showing 6950 Hrs. SN#015964R *J.D. 4020 w/Cab, P. Shift, 18.4X34 Rubber, 2 Hyds. New Injection Pump showing 7247 Hrs., 540 & 1000 P.T.O., Sn#74719 *Case 800 Rd. Fender w/F.E.L. & 5 Bucket, 18.4X30 Rubber, 540 P.T.O., SN #8172710 *J.D. R. Diesel w/Pup Motor, 23.1X26 Rubber, SN#16309 *J.D. 920 Diesel w/3 pt H., Hyds, Woods LC96 F.E.L. 66 Bucket, 540 P.T.O. Showing 0152?

Hrs., May Need Work, SN#171418L *1 Owner 3 pt. M.D. 5 Mahindra Rough Cut Mower w/540 P.T.O. *3 pt. 6 Blade *I.H.C. 9K3 Cat w/Pup Motor, 6 Bucket, Steering Clutch Needs Work, SN#A7390

Older Equip: *J.D. 6600 Turbo Combine w/Cab, 6 Belt Pup,SN#3070628*JD 3200 A. Reset 6-18 Plow w/Colters, Nice SN#101446H *Older I.H.C. 6 Bottom Plow on Rubber *20 Case C. Plow w/Cable Wings, Hyds.*14 Cockshutt 246 C. Plow *20 Versatile Model 20 P. Type Swather w/540 P.T.O. *20 Coop C. Plow w/Hyd Wing, & Coop T. Harrows *Approx. 30 J.D. Field Cult w/Hyd. Wings *26 Glenko Field Cult

w/Hyds*Older 15 Sect. Hyd. Drawbar w/Harrows *10 Sect. Rolling Drawbar & Extra Harrows *18 Krause

T. Disc w/T. Axle, 7 Spacing, 19 Rear Blades, H. Duty *20 J.D. Hoe Drills (2X10) w/S. Press & Transport

SN#028367 #0028167 *N.H. 1033 P. Type Bale Wagon *9 J.D. 1209 Haybine *Older J.D. Side Del. Rake

*8 Older Custom Built Rock Picker, Hyd. Kongskidle 300 Grain Vac w/New Suction Hose SN#1000918

*Brandt 27 Auger w/13 H.P. P. Fist Motor *24 Robine Auger w/7 H.P. Power Ease Motor *Viking Grain

Cleaner w/Carter Disc & Extra Disc *Older Inland Grain Sprayer *4 Drill Fill Augers

Equip. & Vehicles for Parts or Scrap *Old Radiators *Lots & Lots of Scrap Iron *J.D. 95 & 105

Combines *Lots of Old Batteries *J.D. 14 T. Baler *Dump Rake *Sierra 25 4 WD w/Reg. Cab *74 Ton

Scottsdale *C. Deluxe 20 P.UP *4 Dr. Chrysler Brougham Complete

Trucks: *1978 G.M.C. S. Axle 6500 Series w/16 Wooden Box & Hoist, 366 V-8, 5&2 Spd., SN#TCE678564862 *Chev. C. 60 S. Axle w/B&H, 11 Box, Fair Cond. SN#5CC503614940E

*1992 Ford F. 150 XLT w/5.8 Litre, Showing 256,000 km. Needs work SN#2FTDF15H9NCA04536

Grain Bins & Cattle Shed: *1 Westeel 3 Ring Bin w/good floor & skids *2 Older Westeel 3 Ring Bins approx. 1250 bushel*approx. 10 wooden bins; in various cond. *Good 16X24 Cattle Shed

Yard Goods: *Century 230 Welder *20 Ton Press*Tap & Die *(2) Oval F. Tanks *(1) 300 Gal. Tank

*Various Tires *Older Air Compressor *Quant. 3X90 Metal Sheeting *Snowtrack 10/33 S. Blower W/E.

Start *Mixed Lumber *(2) Large Rolls of 1/8 Cable *Quant. of New Plywood *Various Power & H. Tools

*Garden Tools *Approx. 50 Fence Posts *M.T.D. 16 H.P. R/Mower *older Bolens Q T. Tractor w/Mower

Deck, Rototiller, Blade *J.D. Pump & Injector Parts *Seismic Water Tank w/Pump *Hoist Frame & Parts

*A.R. Frame & Blade *Plus usual Farm Goods, Etc.

Antiques & Collectables: *Approx. 1952 1300 P.Up w/Good Body SN #2131423342 *Approx. 60ties

920 Step Side G.M.C.*C&W Heater *C&W Stove *(2) Cream Separators *Egg Crates *Other Wooden

Boxes *Coal Oil Lamps *Various Pickle & Medalta Crocks *Singer sewing Machine *Water Kettles

*Lanterns *various Cream Cans*Milk Creamers *Wooden Clothes Line *Old Wooden Windows & Doors * Small gramophone *Gang Plow *Horse Mower, Parts *Etc.

Sale terms: Terms are cash or cheque w/Bank Reference only. No Credit or Debit Cards. No Buyers Premium, 5% G.S.T. charged where applicable. The above is only a listing or guide. Please check all info as to description or condition as all sales are final with no guarantees. Neither the Auction Firm or owners are responsible for accidents on or off the property. Once an item is sold it automatically becomes the sole responsibility of the purchaser as to safe keeping, damage, etc. All items must be removed by Sept 1/23, no exceptions.

Licence # 193828

According to a press release dated July 29, and signed by Deputy Mayor Tammy Pickett, and Councillors Barry Goertz and Benny Dubitz, “Council appointed Sharman Donald as

Interim CAO and agreed to seek a professional consultant to assist the Interim CAO, while we start the process of hiring a CAO.”

Haight said council would be holding a special meeting on Aug. 2 to discuss the hiring of a consultant.

As far as the by-election, Haight said if there are no by-election candidates a letter must be sent to the Minister of Municipal Affairs stating that as such.

“The Minister then has different forms of remedy for this situation. That could be re-doing the whole byelection, we start over from scratch or extending the nomination time or other remedies. They could also accept the number of councillors on council as quorum, but that does not happen very often. What’s common is the by-election is called again.”

Haight said the costs of having another by-election are minimal, as it would only include administrative time and advertising.

Construction Sale Starts on September 1st, 2023 to Begins Ending on September 5th, 2023

Property #1 Cabin - Selling a 23 1/2' x 13' Cabin with a 13'x10' Loft to be Moved. Sells with a Separate Bedroom, Bathroom as well as Hardy Board Siding, Electrical Wiring, Heat & Air. For More Information contact the owner at 780 -208-8687

Property #2 Selling the Former Two Hills Hardware Store with All Contents Street Address: 4906 47th Ave

Legal Address: Lot 7 & 8, Blk 2, Plan 709EO

The Property Contains 3 Building, However Due to the Condition of the Building, the Purchaser is Fully Responsible for Inspecting the Property.

2023 Taxes: $5,614.65

For Viewing Please Contact Peter at 780-657-1026

Real Estate Transactions are being Handled by Morrison Realty - Kim Hughes (403) 704-3141 & Allen Olson (403) 783-0556

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Mayor Merwin Haight, left, and former CAO Tim Melnyk outside the administration office addressing the crowd that was on hand for a council meeting this past winter. (Michelle Pinon/File Photo)

Former Village of Andrew CAO Tim Melnyk. (Michelle Pinon/File Photo)

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Viking RCMP Investigate Shots Fired Complaint

Viking, Alta. - On July 25, 2023, at approximately 6:52 pm, Viking RCMP received a report of gun shots at a residence north of Bruce. It was reported that a vehicle entered the property and started shooting, striking the victim in the hand. The vehicle

then exited the property.

With the assistance of Eastern Alberta District Crime Reduction Unit, Central Alberta District Crime Reduction Unit, Edmonton Police Service Air 1 and several surrounding RCMP detachments, the suspect vehicle was located. After a short pursuit, the suspect vehicle was disabled and entered the ditch. Two suspect fled from police on foot and with the assistance of the Police Dog Service, they were located and arrested. Investigation determined that the truck was stolen from Spruce Grove, Alta., one month prior.

Aaron Robertson (30), no fixed address, has been charged with 13 criminal code offences, some of which include:

• Discharge a firearm

• Assault with a weapon

• Disguised with intent to commit an offence

• Resist arrest

• Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose

• Pursuit involved – flight from peace officer

He was remanded into custody after a Judicial Interim Release Hearing and will be appearing in Alberta Court of Justice in Lloydminster on Aug. 1.

Justus Zawislake (22), a resident of Sturgeon County, has been charged with the following:

• Resist arrest

• Possession of stolen property over $5000

• Possess break-in instruments

• Fail to comply with release order condition

After a Judicial Interim Release Hearing, Zawislake was released from custody and is required to appear in Alberta Court of Justice in Vegreville on Aug. 1. Further investigation led police to conduct a search warrant at a property located in Lamont, Alberta. Two stolen trucks were seized, along with two Saskatchewan licence plates and a stolen cargo trailer. This investigation is continuing and further criminal charges are pending.

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Vegreville Deerland 120th Anniversary Country Fair will be Bigger and Better

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

Vegreville Agricultural Society (VAS) looks forward to once again playing host to the Vegreville Deerland Country Fair for their 120th Anniversary.

When asked, Office Manager for VAS Rachel Farr explained what kept the fair going strong for all these years and what the upcoming fair on August 9 to 13 will look like. “It was 120 years ago when the Ag Society was officially formed. Our board consists of 18 directors now. Our predecessors, (founders) laid a great founda-

tion for what we have now.

The amount of volunteer hours that went into building this place from scratch is extraordinary and to keep everything together still requires a lot of effort.

The more you have, the more you have to fix. Our grounds are large and it takes a lot of money and work to keep them up to the high standards we expect. Not to mention the events that go on here yearly.

We are very proud of our heritage and look forward to the next generations to create another 120 years of operating this fair.

Putting on such a big event takes a lot of man power and with the help of local volunteers, non-profit groups and directors this event is possible. We rely on local businesses and individuals to make this event happen. This will be the third year of a five day fair.

We are excited to have Canadian Country Music Artist Dean Brody come to our fair. Unlike large city venues every seat in the house will be great.

We are pleased to have Wild Rose Shows back again as our Midway providers. New this year will be Sunday’s Chicken Races

and Sunday’s Stock Dog Demo.”

There will also be APCCA Races for five days where a Dash for Cash feature is an extra $1,500 that Wild Rose Shows has agreed to sponsor.

People can look forward to lots of great new midway foods, and of course, your favorite foods are all coming back.

The Open Horse Show entries have climbed this year to over 101 entries. There will be local entertainment at the Bandshell on Friday, August 11 that will feature Country 106.5 FM Star Search, Minute to win it free events and Strong Person Competitions.

As usual, the fair will also have Kids Mini Tractor Pulls, Trade Show, and Saturday Farmers Market on the grounds and offer free shuttle service from Walmart parking lot as well as shuttle service around the grounds.”

(Vegreville Agricultural Society/Submitted Photos)

Canadian Home-Grown Country Singer Dean Brody will Perform Live!

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

There nothing like hearing a concert by a popular country artist who grew up with roots and interests similar to you!

That is what will happen when Vegreville Deerland Country Fair 120th Anniversary Celebration will present Canadian Country Singer Dean Brody live in concert on August 11 at Wally Fedun Arena where the opening band will be Sweet Tequila.

Brody’s biography states that he was born and raised in Jaffray, British Columbia where he participated in fishing, hunting, playing sports and the local 4-H when he was growing up.

He began his musical career in 2004 and is accomplished at story-based songwriting. Brody has won numerous awards which include 34 Top 10 singles, (including 8 #1’s) as well as 18 Canadian Country Music Association Awards and 2 Juno Awards.

In 2020, he earned the title of having the most played songs ever in a single week on Canadian country radio from the song,

‘Canadian Summer’.

According to Brody’s official website, Dean has more than 435+ million global streams and numerous gold and platinum certified singles (including 1 triple platinum and 3 double platinum). Only Shania Twain has more Canadian streams than him when looking at Canadian country artists “lifetime” results.

“While a consistently celebrated entertainer, Dean also dedicates a large part of his life to philanthropic efforts through his charity, The Dean Brody Foundation. To continue his foundations’ mission, Dean has recently entered into a partnership with International Justice Mission (IJM), a global organization that shares the core values and goals of The Dean Brody Foundation. Working together to prevent violence and exploitation before it happens, the multiyear partnership with IJM will provide Dean the opportunity to work as an IJM Canada Ambassador and highlight his decade-long fight for justice on a global scale.”

Vegreville Agricultural Society, (VAS) is the official host of the event. VAS Office Manager Rachel Farr commented, “We are excited to have Canadian Country Music Artist Dean Brody come to our Fair. Unlike large city venues, every seat in the house will be great.”

Four Declared Candidates in Village of Ryley By-election

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There are four declared candidates running in the upcoming Village of Ryley by-election on Aug. 14. Two candidates will be chosen by electors to sit on council to fill positions of former councillors Nik Lee and Nola Wood-Herrick.

The candidates include former councillors Cyndy Heslin and Mathew Kowalski as well as Stephanie Dennis and Kimberly Murphy.

Heslin has served as Mayor and Deputy Mayor while on council. She explained that, “When I first ran for council in 2010, the term of office was only three years, barely enough time to know what’s going on before your time was up. Two months into our term the CAO quit without notice and we were pretty well left on our own to figure things out.

It was a huge learning curve but one that I was very thankful for. During that term we managed to help negotiate with both Clean Harbors and Claystone Waste for a tipping fee and yearly grant from Clean

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Harbors as well as a dividend payout across Beaver County to every municipality from Claystone Waste, (then Beaver Municipal Solutions) as well as a community enhancement grant. Both are still in place to this day.

There has been a lot of negativity towards Ryley in the last, almost two years, with the previous council. Ryley’s reputation has taken a hit and our standing with other municipalities has been altered.

When my last term was ending in 2021, we had $1.2 million in place to pave 49 Street as well as having a sizable amount in the bank to build and improve our infrastructure. At the end of 2022, it was discovered there was a $1.3 million dollar deficit which forced the three-member council there is today to raise our taxes 17 percent to try to achieve a balanced budget.

To say that Ryley has changed a lot over the 17 years we have lived here is an understatement. However, what has not changed is the caring and helpful people that make up our cozy Village. Some have passed on; some have moved away to other adventures and many have stayed because they like it here and enjoy the small-town life. We have had many new residents in the past few years, mainly young families, but also those that wanted to retire in a smaller community.

The one thing that the last two years has

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taught our residents is to be more aware of what their council is doing, what their day-to-day decisions are and how they affect each of them and maybe more importantly they have learned that their vote on election day really does matter. It can make or break a community.

I am hoping, if elected, that I can help the current council to make sure Ryley is more financially sound and earn the trust of the residents that was so severely severed with the past council when there was no transparency and accountability.

I know Ryley is an amazing place to live and I hope our residents will again be proud of Ryley and glad that they are a part of it.”

Candidate Mathew Kowalski grew up in Ryley. I’ve always viewed Ryley’s as my home where everyone remembers me when I was “this tall”. My parents, who own Ryley Sausage, raised me here so I’ve been able to develop a strong understanding of the Ryley economy and business community.

This has led me to appreciate in the importance of small local businesses and I have ideas for how Ryley Council can develop and support economic growth. Attending and graduating from Ryley School has given me an understanding of the importance of rural education and the challenges it faces.

I want to fight to keep K-12 education in Ryley so this community can continue to grow. In university I chose to focus on chemistry, politics, economics and ecol-

ogy - all which help me face the challenges posed to this community. I plan to continue learning about our community and to leverage what I already know so I can support the prosperity of Ryley and its residents.

As for what he’d like to see happen in the short and long term? He stated, “In the short term, I want to adjust the budget to reduce the overall funds we are pulling from the reserves as well as implement reforms that will help maintain the accountability of councillors by creating new checks and balances.

In the long term, I want to locate and maximize where we can utilize money efficiently to create increased economic returns in the following years. Furthermore, I believe we need to make sure the residents feel safe via security initiatives to reduce crime.

Kowalski said it wasn’t an easy decision to run for council, but stated that, “After recent events I sat on the question for one to two months where I debated on the question. After many conversations where I discussed with my peers and elders alike; it became apparent that my experience, background and education would be a benefit to the community.”

He served on the last term of council, and feels that, “This experience allows me to make my vision of a safe, welcoming, and prosperous village a reality. Example: performing long term investments into our public works and infrastructure to allow for reduced costs and greater efficiency.”

Kimberly Murphy is a mom to three boys, two of which went to school in Holden and Ryley. “My youngest son has special needs and remains with me. I have lived in Ryley since 2002. I started as casual rural route deliver for Canada Post. Then in 2016 I started to work as the Library Manager for the Village of Ryley Board and that’s where I work today.

I have no prior experience in politics yet I feel that I could add a different perspective as councillor as Library Manager I have the pleasure of helping seniors, children and Ryley residents as a hole. I see their struggles and what motivates them. I feel I am able to see things from both sides of an argument or situation I think that could be valuable as a councillor.

We appreciate everyone’s time but only applicants required for an interview will be contacted.

I would like to see this village move forward and grow. We need to move past the recent struggles and regroup while rebuild-

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Keeping Farming in the Family

opportunities to do so in the future. Farming is also very personal and for Jeannette, Dwayne and Brent; and it is something near and dear to their hearts. Growing safe and nutritious food to help feed the world is a feeling like none other and they are more than happy to do just that.

The rolling hills of Two Hills County resemble a patchwork quilt comprised of blocks of vibrant yellow canola and lush green crops of barley, wheat and oats stitched together seamlessly and stretching out as far as the eye can see.

The beautiful landscape is the result of the efforts of producers, several of which have farmed the land for several generations. The Andrashewski family is no exception. Brent Andrashewski is a fourth generation farmer who decided to partner with his parents Jeannette and Dwayne a couple of years ago.

They say it’s an honour to farm the land that originally belonged to Dwayne’s Great Uncle Frank Andrashewski. Dwayne grew up on the farm with his three sisters. His parents are Ron and Elizabeth farmed there for many decades.

Dwayne and Jeannette lived in Viking for 25 years before making the decision to live on the family farm in 2016. They also run a canola seed business. “We saw it as a good fit,” explains Jeannette. They are Pioneer Hi-Bred Sales Representatives. Dwayne is an agronomist, and his extensive professional knowledge and experience in the science, practice and management of agriculture and agribusiness are invaluable to their operation.

Brent is also a seed representative. He represents Canterra Seeds. He is also a certified millwright and keeps busy on and off the farm year round. The business of farming and the technology used in farming has changed drastically over the years, and ultimately, what they do on the land now will affect the next generation. They are very mindful of that and believe it’s vitally important to be good stewards of the land.

They also believe it is good for people to know where their food comes from, how it’s grown, and sustainable practices.

Jeannette currently serves as Region 4 Director with the Alberta Canola Producers Commission and said they are currently looking at ways to bring agriculture back into the classroom at every grade level as part of the curriculum.

Jeannette recently returned from the Calgary Stampede where she had the opportunity to tell visitors from around the world about Alberta canola. She loves to tell the farm to food story every chance she gets and is looking forward to more

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Brent, Jeannette and Dwayne Andrashewski. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

Jeannette Andrashewski at the Calgary Stampede. (Alberta Canola Producers Commission/Submitted Photo)

Two Long Serving Mundare Firefighters Honoured by Provincial Association

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Two long serving members of the Mundare Fire Department were officially recognized for 20 years as members of the Alberta Fire Chiefs Association, (AFCA) during its annual conference in Edmonton.

Charlie Gargus and Al Lenkewich joined the AFCA in 1999 and both have found great value in attending those annual conferences and sharing what they’ve learned with fellow department members. However, their involvement with the Mundare Fire Department began that. Charlie joined in 1985 and Al joined not long after that in 1989.

Mundare District Chief Glenda Dales is extremely proud of the outstanding contributions of Charlie and Al, commenting that, “Al is a wealth of information and is always willing to help whether it is mentoring another member or fundraising. He can be found in the kitchen cooking up a storm or at the BBQ with a flipper in his hand. Charlie is our public relations guy at emergency services fundraiser events.”

“As Chief Officers, both Deputy Chief Kelly and I are extremely proud of our members being recognized by the Alberta Fire Chiefs Association,” said Lamont County’s Regional Fire Chief, Bo Moore. “This is a well-deserved honour, the dedication to our service does not go unnoticed at the

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local level, and is now rightfully being recognized at the Provincial level!”

Both Al and Charlie commented on some of their history with the Mundare Fire Department, why they joined, the impact it has had and their involvement with the AFCA.

Al said, “The fire department was recruiting in 1989 and I felt it was the best way to serve my community and surrounding area.” As far as the AFCA award, he commented that, “It feels good to be recognized for my contributions to the fire service in Alberta.

I have been a member of AFCA since 2001 which has given me the opportunity to network with other departments members from around the province and attend conferences to keep updated thru the various sessions offered. We organized a golf tournament for one of the conventions as well as assisted in other convention duties.

In terms of the impact being a firefighter has had on Al, he responded by saying, “From the support and understanding of my family, I was able to spend the time to complete the different levels of training offered as well as fire investigation courses, that helped me to progress thru the various positions within our station to captain. Our station is active in the community providing support for various functions which is satisfying and helps to keep the station visible.”

Charlie said that, “Thirty-eight years ago the Mundare Fire Department, (MFD) was mainly made up of farmers and some town members that had to close their businesses in order to attend an MFR tone out. Fire Chief Dale McCarty approached me and two others that were part of the teaching staff at Mundare School, to join the department. The fact that we would be out of school at 4 pm and available to launch an initial response worked very well. I have been helping out wherever I could ever since that time.

As for why? “I have felt that my contributions were a small part of what one does; to contribute to the needs of the community we live in. Everyone has different skills and I discovered that some of mine were useful in the fire service. By working together, we all benefit.

As a volunteer on community service boards as well as municipal council, I contributed so as to help to improve my place of residence. My family, neighbours and I would all benefit as the Town of Mundare grew. The idea of an award was not needed, but it is nice to know that someone in the community noticed. Recognition and appreciation from others are always welcome and an inspiration to continue doing the job.”

As far as impacts to one’s family, Charlie replied, “When one’s grandchildren ask about the dangers of being a firefighter and if “grandma worries”, then

ing trust with our residents.

The three council members that sit in office now have made great strides to that end. I would be proud to sit with all of them. I feel that my three running mates are all good candidates and I look forward to the future of Ryley.”

Stephanie Dennis has lived in Ryley for six and a half years, with her 10-yearold son and common-law spouse, Mike. “I moved to Ryley, as I have worked at Clean Harbors for eight years. It’s so nice working so close to home. I have really enjoyed the quiet life Ryley has brought to my family. It’s been nice not having the hustle and bustle of the city.

This is my first venture into politics. I was a bit nervous about running for council, but ultimately decided to run because the village needs people who care about the community, now and in the future. I feel that my good hearted, realistic nature would be a benefit to the village.

In terms of a platform, I feel that given the state of the village’s finances, there really aren’t any drastic changes that can be made. Short term, I feel the village needs to move forward and focus on repaying debt. We don’t need

you know that there is an impact on the family. It becomes a great time to discuss the strengths of teamwork and the training that helps to keep us safe.

The community “expects” the service provided but does not really understand that we are paged out at any point in a 24-hour day. It is during fund-raisers such as golf tournaments or pancake breakfasts that we get the big thank you from the community at large and have a chance to promote what we do.

My personal impacts are those of respect, admiration and camaraderie. I totally respect the dedication and effort invested by every firefighter that I have had the privilege of working with these past years. My admiration runs deep for the skills that my fellow FF must master. Lastly, it is an honour to belong to such a special group.”

to be wasting money on interest payments. Fortunately, our village gets funds from the neighboring landfills. Those funds can help pay down debts instead of drastic increases to taxes. Therefore, putting less pressure on businesses and residents.

I think that by encouraging residents to band together as neighbors it will build a stronger community. Planning events that will have residents wanting to participate, but at the same time trying to keep spending to a minimum. There needs to be a balance between recuperating financial losses, while trying to encourage new residents to move to the area, as well as keep the residents we have. We are a small rural town. We would be best to rely on our strengths instead of trying to compare ourselves with other larger towns.

Long term, the village needs to focus on infrastructure. We have roads that are partially paved. Some with large pot holes and dips that fill with water during rain storms. I would also like to maybe put in a dog park or a walking path. But those are not things I see as a priority any time soon.”

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Charlie Gargus. (Michelle Pinon/File Photo)

Al Lenkewich. (Michelle Pinon/File Photo)

Community Engagement Meeting for NHSP

ger than 52 weeks, they can request no more than $25,000, it has to meet at least one of the program objective, seniors will lead or play a vital role in its planning and/or delivery, it needs to seek to benefit seniors and communities, and it should demonstrate cost effectiveness.

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

Vegreville and District FCSS offered a Community Engagement Meeting to discuss the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) at the FCSS Committee room on July 26.

FCSS Community Programmer for Adults and Seniors Linda Wilkinson facilitated this meeting where she stated, “The objective of the meeting was to encourage community development and to bring resources, such as grants and opportunities, to the community. By taking action collectively, we strive to enhance the wellbeing and resilience of the community. The goal to encourage community development is ongoing.”

Livestock Feeding Sector More Accessible to Young Farmers

Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk

MLA for Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville

Our government is taking steps to ensure Alberta’s cattle producers have access to the necessary capital to continue producing the world’s best beef. Through newly amended regulations to the Feeder Associations Guarantee Act, members now have more options to purchase and market livestock, allowing for better cash flow in their operations. These changes raise individual and joint membership

loan limits from $2 million to $3 million, making Alberta’s livestock feeding sector more accessible to our young farmers and producers.

I want to congratulate the Josephburg Agricultural Society on its 50th Anniversary. In celebrating this milestone, a fun-filled weekend is planned on July 28 and 29.

Looking to support local farmers, artisans, and creatives? Check out some of the incredible farmers’ markets in our constituency!

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years helping at Franklin rodeos with Verne and Shane, and he officially started his bullfighting career in 1985.

In five years, he won the PRCA Wrangler Bullfighting World Championship, becoming the only Canadian to do so. Greg was the reserve World Champion in 1995, 1997 and 1999. He was also the Dodge Texas Circuit Finals Rodeo bullfighter in 1991, a Wrangler Bullfight Tour finalist from 1989- 97 and a Dallas Tour Finale bullfighter in 2003.

Veteran Rodeo Clown Ricky Ticky Wanchuk spoke reverently about Rumohr and said he helped in whatever way he could to give Greg his start in professional rodeo. Wanchuk was also given a standing ovation for his contributions to the sport and for winning the

2022 Canadian Pro Rodeo Specialty Comedy Act Award.

Two Records were broken in the rodeo ring as Leon Fountain earned a whopping 88 points in Saddle Bronc riding and Dalton Massey won the steer wrestling in record time, 3.1 seconds.

The Haeberle family from Viking is well known in rodeo circles and Karli Haeberle competed in the ladies barrel racing competition. “I come from a rodeo family my mom Jaclyn barrel races and my dad Kevin team ropes. It’s a whole family deal, my cousin Colby Bonnett also goes and she is someone I look up to be like both in and out of the arena. I would definitely say she is someone who I idolize.

I have two little sisters and my middle sister Kaitlin rodeos with me at the CPRA rodeos and is my travelling partner. I got into barrel racing just as a little girl my parents would take us to local jackpots and do gymkhana ever since I can remember honestly. I’ve had a bunch of horses along the way. The one I am on right now I call him Salty and he’s my main rodeo horse.

I filled my pro card last season and been placing here and there throughout the season this year. There is around 50 rodeos we go to

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Steer wrestling competitor. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

Justine Elliott from Lacombe. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

Ladies Barrel Racer Karli Haeberle from Viking. (Karli Haeberle/ Submitted Photos)

Hairy Hill School Reunion Organizing Committee Spearheads Mural Project

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Although Hairy Hill is no longer the booming village it once was, it remains a very special place for descendants of the early settlers.

Former students of Hairy Hill School are helping to keep those cherished memories and unique history of the community alive. Recently, they had a colourful mural installed at the base of the life size bison monument as a tribute to the First Nations people who lived in the area long before the first wave of immigrants began arriving in the late 1800’s.

Hairy Hill School Reunion Organizing Committee Chair Les Lutic said he was visiting the bison monument about a year ago. “I was looking at the base and it was stark and blank.” With the cooperation and assistance of other committee members, enough funds were raised to commission an artist to paint the mural.

Lutic said committee members raised $700 and the County of Two Hills donated $500 towards the mural that was painted by Edmonton artist Don Evans.

Committee member Judy Eliuk said the bison monument is located on property once owned by her father Steve Bidulock. He, and his 12 siblings went to school in Hairy Hill. He owned his owned a hardware store on the property and later became a school trustee, a role he served in for 35 years. Eliuk felt it was important to recognize the Mosiuk family who donated $500 for the picnic table that is located adjacent to the bison monument.

Eliuk attended Hairy Hill School for 11 years. She has many fond memories and talked about the reunion that was held in June of 2017. It was students who attended the school between 1921 and 1981. Planning for the school reunion began in early 2016. The committee was formed and Eliuk was the first to join. It was Sandy Lutic who suggested they leave something behind as a legacy for the community and had artist Burt Toma fabricate the life-size metal bison monument. Lee Power constructed the concrete base for the monument. The project was funded by the Hairy Hill School alumni and sponsors and a plaque was donated by George Moss in memory of Bill and Nick Moscaluk and all other Hairy Hill and area concrete and building contractors.

Hairy Hill School was built in 1929. By 1942 it was one of the largest schools in the district of Two Hills and housed around 400 students which prompted the later addition of a wing in 1949 and a gymnasium and north wing in 1955.

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L-R: Judy Eliuk, Ricky Ruptash, Les Lutic, Donna Lutic and Lee Power. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

Portion of the mural. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

Tributes

In

ELKOW, Elsie

April 23, 1944 - August 5, 2022

It’s been a year since you left us beautiful memories. Your love is still our guide.

Love Douglas, Christal, Bohdi, Jordan and Kat Elkow

PUK, Annie

June 7, 1918 - August 4, 2003

Time may help us to ease the bitter pain

Of the loss of one held dear; But only few know we miss her, And the loneliness of this year.

I try to be brave and remember She is now free from all pain; And at the road’s end, God willing, We, too, shall meet again.

Lovingly Remembered and Sadly Missed Erny and Louise Gordon and Marion David and Rosemarie and Families

January 23, 1924 - August 13, 1983

ZASEYBIDA,

Norman Jerry

December 28, 1942 - July 11, 2023

It is with much sadness that we announce the passing over of Norman Zaseybida, who peacefully departed on July 11, 2023, in the grace of early morning rain. For more than two years, he bravely endured a battle with soft tissue sarcoma, a rare cancer that was diagnosed after a serious leg injury hematoma. We called him our courageous Ukrainian soldier, who outlived the predictions of doctors for almost a year. Despite the pain and limited mobility, he still managed to do so much, from creating an abundant garden and building garage shelves to counselling us on business and personal affairs. He was surrounded by loving family and friends and was cared for at home, until further medical complications required a transfer to Hospice House, where he stayed for most of his final 45 days. As his wife, daughters and son in laws took shifts at his bedside, interspersed with many other visitors, he engaged us with humour and wisdom to the end.

In Loving Memory of SKOLSKI, Peter J.

July 20, 1928 - August 3, 2017

You left this world so quickly

We still wonder why

For the saddest part of all

You never said goodbye.

You left us so many memories

To

In Loving Memory of Dad & Grampa

OLINECK, John

July 1, 1926 - August 6, 2017

CHMILAR, Verna

September 15, 1929 – August 2, 2016

If tears could build a stairway

And memories were a lane, We would walk right up to Heaven And bring you back again.

We think of you in silence, And often speak your name, We all have memories in our minds, Like pictures in a frame.

We remember your joking humor, Always with a smile.

You were gone before we knew it, And only God knows why.

Your life was a blessing, Your memory a treasure, You are loved beyond words And missed beyond measure.

Forever In Our Hearts Audrey and Family

SASKIW, Brenda Michelle 1965 - 2004

The moment that you left us

Our hearts were split in two

One side was filled with memories

The other side went with you

Remembering you was easy We do it every day

But missing you is a heartache

That never goes away

We hold you closely in our hearts

And there you will remain Life has gone on without you

But will never be the same

With Love and Memories Mom and Dad, Sisters, Brothers, and all their Families

10, 1990

MACKENZIE (Horon), Annette

September 4, 1949 - March 29, 2021

HORON

Years fly by like Autumn leaves, But heartache and tears remain.

All we have left are precious memories of you, for today, for tomorrow and until we meet again. Your memory is a keepsake with which we will never part.

God has you in his keeping, We have you in our heart.

A beautiful butterfly is flying to Heaven and delivering our message saying “We Love You”. Vichnaya Pamyat

Forever loved and remembered and dearly missed.

Your Loving Family

Norm was given many endearing nicknames by daughters Laurel and Crystal and his grandchildren –Poppa, Pop Top, Poppa Bear, Pappy, Papa Sun and other variations on a theme. Papa Norm is our hero, and will be deeply missed. His spirit is now flying free with the angels and our ancestors, watching over us as he always did!

Norm was born on December 28, 1942 to Rose (Dziwenka) and Bill Zaseybida, and raised in Mundare and Vegreville, Alberta, a tight-knit farming community of predominantly Polish-Ukrainian immigrants. He spoke mainly Ukrainian until the age of 5 and had to balance farm work responsibilities with attending a small rural school. His kind mother Baba Rose was an inspiration to many and taught him every practical skill possible, from cooking hearty dishes and sewing clothes to raising animals and tending the crops.

Norm’s brothers Alvin, Dennis, Leonard and Nick were also bright lights and handy men who left a legacy of children and accomplishments. Nick Zaseybida is Norm’s last remaining brother who, with his wife Valerie Bonga, regularly visited and often brought home-made family favorites like flapper pie and sweet pickles.

Norm met the love of his life, Elizabeth (Betty), in her high school days in Vegreville. Betty’s mother was Patricia (nee Hiatt) and father Dimmie Kozoway, with three sisters Joyce, Barbara and Carol. Norm’s dates with Betty were paid for from his winnings as a pool table champ. They married and Norm began years of apprenticeship work as a carpenter, electrician and other trades. They have lived in Prince George and Kelowna B.C.

A Celebration of Life will be held on August 12th, 2023.

The ‘Sturgeon Supermoon’ — August’s 1st of 2 full supermoons — swims into the sky Aug. 1

Canadian Khaled Hussein, 28, was arrested at London’s Heathrow Airport on July 17, according to police, hours after Anjem Choudary, 56, a British citizen from east London, was arrested. Both men have now been charged under the U.K.’s terrorism act.

Loving Memory of HORON, Nadia

HORON, Nick May 7, 1917 - July

MEMORIAM MEMORIAM MEMORIAM OBITUARY

Seventh-Day Adventist Vacation Bible School

Our theme was, “The Creator is My Friend”. Our objective was to teach the kids that we have an all-powerful creator who is deeply interested in each one of them and wants to be their Saviour and best friend.

School to 10 children on July 24 to 29. Coordinator Julie Berard explained, “It was open for ages 4-13. I believe our kids were aged 5-12.

To accomplish this, we sang songs, had stories, taught Bible verses, and had health talks, science experiments, healthy snacks, outdoor activities and crafts. Each activity was designed to draw children’s minds to Jesus as our Creator and Friend.”

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

The Seventh-Day Adventist Church in Vegreville offered their Vacation Bible

Children socializing during snack time. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

An Afternoon with Kompany Family Theatre

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

Seven local children from three to 12 years of age were able to experience acting techniques when they attended the one hour drama workshop hosted by Kompany Family Theatre, (KFT) at Vegreville Centennial Library on July 26.

The performers from KFT included: Erin Dorish, Madi May and Logan Sundquist from Edmonton.

Kids participated in drama, games and activities which were all related to gaining acting skills.

Local participant Wyatt Pomeroy said it was fun and very creative. “I learned how to act. It was a good experience overall.”

Veronika Perez mentioned that she really enjoyed doing the different actions. “I really liked doing the digging. I had a lot of fun.”

After this, there was an interactive

theatre production of Adventures of the SquealyMoo Pirates performed by KFT where the Campers of Camp Squealy-Moo were off exploring but this time on the high seas and they needed help from the youngsters in the audience to search for treasure.

This performance was very interactive where the children were asked to participate in pirate songs, stories, antics, and acting.

Library Manager Kira Chalupa explained, “Library Programming Assistant Valerie Lowes and I were planning our

summer programming schedule and she mentioned that we had Kompany Family Theatre come out in the past. Coincidentally, later that day I received an email from the owners asking if we would be interested in having them return.

We decided to bring them back to Vegreville because it is very different programming than we offer during the regular year. We like that they do a drama workshop with some older children and give them a chance to get a little bit of experience with a theatre group. That they also do a performance for a wider age-range audience is also wonderful and increases the appeal and accessibility for families.

Both the workshop and the performance were well attended and the kids really seemed to enjoy themselves.

The parents, kids and visiting program instructors loved how interactive the activities and performance were, and loved the fact something different came to our community.”

Children learn acting skills from the performers of KFT. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Fun Times at Five Stop Park Hop

It was a morning of socializing and learning new activities when Kalyna Family Resource Network (KFRN)-Vegreville and Area presented their Fourth Five Stop Park Hop at Cul De Sac Park on July 25. Spokes Programmer for KFRN Crystal Clarke expressed that this session focused on emotional

maturity. “We had 14 children/youth and eight caregivers who attended. Through this outdoor opportunity we explored our emotions through yoga. We invited Val Miller a local yoga instructor for a mindful session at the park. Val is wonderful with children/youth; she got them engaged and they truly enjoyed themselves. Other activities included playing on the playground, getting creative with chalk and running with bubble wands.”

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

Children playing at the park. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

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Mannville Mammoths U13 Squad Earn Silver Medals at Provincials

The Mannville Mammoths U13 baseball team came off a banner season earning a berth in the Provincial Tier 1 A Championships which took place July 21-23 in Hanna.

Head Coach Josh Gryschuk said, “Just getting into Tier 1 is a huge accomplishment.” So, he and his 12 player squad were thrilled to have made it to Provincials. Gryschuk said they came from behind to win their semi-final game before the championship final.

Overcoming a 4-0 deficit in the final to take a four run lead into the final inning where it came down to the final play of the game with two outs, resulting in a 13-12 loss.” Although the loss was a tough pill to swallow at the time, Gryschuk said, “The coaching staff and players are very proud to bring home a silver medal to the community of Mannville.

We recognize that none of this would have been possible without all of our parents, sponsors and supporters. We get an

overwhelming amount of support, such as the almost $3,000 bottle drive we completed. Thank you to everyone who has supported Mannville Minor Ball, this was all made possible through your generosity.”

The Mammoths first entered the Battle River Minor Baseball League five years ago and won their first championship after defeating Irma on June 29. “This was our first league title across any age category since entering into the league in 2018. Knowing we had a strong team we decided to enter into the Baseball Alberta Provincials, where we went 6-0 through the tiering games to find ourselves in the Tier 1 finals. From there we went 3-0 on the final weekend to make it to the championship game, playing the final back to back immediately after finishing the semi-final,” noted Gryschuk.

It was a complete team effort with all the players contributing to the overall success of season, added Gryschuk, who can rest easy knowing they gave it their all and left everything they had out on the field.

Night Drags at Vegreville Speedway

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

There has been some changes with the Board of Vegreville Speedway lately. Treasurer Tisha Giese explained that on June 13, 2023 they held their annual Annual General Meeting. At this time, a new executive was elected which consist of President Sean Chilibecki, Vice President Dennis Melenka, Secretary Carly Ferguson, Treasurer Tisha Giese, Director Darren Berezan, and Director Walter Gegolick.

There was a lot of fast action when on July 28 and 29, the first races for the 2023 season happened at Vegreville Airport.

“There were Night Races on July 28 which saw 30 racers and 131 spectators. Friday’s races ended at 11 pm a little earlier than usual as a vehicle had a mechanical failure so we were unable to run a King of the Hill race.

The winners were First Place Andre Doiron from Elk Point Driving a 1966 Mustang 302, Second Place Aaron Tillapaugh from Vegreville driving a 1989 S10 Blazer, and Third Place Dustin Gegolick from Vegreville driving a 1980 Chevy Malibu.

The Day Race on July 29th featured 28 racers and had 93 spectators.

The winners were First Place Sean Chilibecki from Vegreville driving a 1967 Mustang Fastback, Second Place Nat Brousseau from Clandonald driving a 2017 Infiniti Q60, Third Place Wanda Lutych-Neufeld from Vegreville driving a 2014 Mustang GT, and King of the Hill Kent Smith from Wainright driving a 2006 Mustang GT.

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Coaches: Josh Gryschuk, Rob Garnett and Troy Ruttan. Back Row: Thomas Gilbert, Emerson Gryschuk, Damian Anderson, Jake Ruttan, Cobin Garnett, Easton Holte, Grayson Veitch. Front Row: Emerson McLaughin, Meyer Lorenson, Brendin Pitre, Keifer McLaughlin, Jude Boudreau. (Mannville Mammoths/Submitted Photo)

L-R: Andre Doiron receives his first place prize cheque from Sean Chilibecki. (Walter Gegolick/Photo)