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Calgary Stampede Honours Southern Albertans’ Community Spirit Through Western Legacy Awards
Calgary – (On November 12th) the Calgary Stampede recognized and honoured three inspiring individuals and one noteworthy group based on their commitment to western heritage and values at the 11th annual Western Legacy Awards. This year, Calgary Stampede President and Chairman of the Board, Bill Gray recognized Ann McCaig and Steve Snyder with the Chairman’s award…
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Halloween Howl Successful Thanks to Volunteers
On behalf of the Millarville Community we would like to thank the MRAS for the continued sponsorship of this well-loved and much anticipated community event. The Howl was a huge success! Thank you to Melonie for doing all the shopping for the Howl! We had approximately 180 kids participate this year. Thank you to…
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Claresholm Knights of Columbus Holding Grey Cup Pool for Charities
By Curt Hanselmann, Claresholm, AB The Knights of Columbus are holding a Grey Cup pool. Tickets are blind, $1.00 each, with prizes of $50.00 each for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd quarter scores, as well as the reverse final. The correct final scores wins $200.00. You don’t have to be a football fan, or even watch…
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Millarville Racing Association: Fair Report for November
The 2015 Fair is officially complete. The English Light Horse, Western Light Horse, Gymkhana and Horse Costume classes ran over the weekend of September 26 and 27 in much better weather conditions than we experienced on Fair day. Saturday started out a bit chilly and wet, but the weather improved steadily. Sunday was a beautiful…
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Millarville Saddlesores 4H Rides Into Another Year
Nyla Wright, Club Reporter Millarville Saddlesores held their first meeting September 18th. Our first ride was September 26th with Cassandra Day instructing. On October 17th, we elected our officers with Marty Blatz as President, Jeff Blatz is our General Leader, and Marilyn Collard is Assistant Leader. The club is pleased to have Lachlan Bell returning…
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Order of Canada Investiture Ceremony
Governor General to Invest 45 Recipients into the Order of Canada OTTAWA—His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, presided over an Order of Canada investiture ceremony at Rideau Hall, on Wednesday, November 18, 2015. The Governor General, who is chancellor and Principal Companion of the Order, bestowed the honour on…
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Millarville Horticulture Club: Guest Speakers to Warm up the Winter
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Literacy for Life: Programs, Horses, Busy Bees, Raffles and so Much More!
Raffle Notice: The Date of Draw has been changed to January 27th 2016 – Family Literacy Day. Buy your raffle ticket for only $10.00 a ticket. The tickets will be on sale at the High River Christmas Market and Craft Fair December 4th and 5th. These make GRATE Stocking Stuffers! Tickets can also be purchased at…
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Senior Care Still Falls Short in Alberta
Alberta Seniors department budget has been cut from $116 million in 2014-15 to $102 million in 2015-16 By Janice Curtis, CEO – Calgary Meals on Wheels and Lawrence Braul, CEO – Trinity Place Foundation CALGARY, Alta./ Troy Media/ – The Alberta NDP government’s first budget was a disappointment for the province’s fastest growing demographic – seniors. Seniors…
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High River Library Grand Re-Opening This Saturday
The High River Library reopened in its permanent location on Wednesday, Oct. 21 after several months of remediation and renovations. “We are excited to be back in our permanent home and hope everyone will come in and see what a wonderful transformation has been accomplished,” said Library Director Deb Gardiner. Residents are once again…
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Albertans Recognized for Preventing Family Violence
Inspiration Award winners are dedicated to stopping the cycle of violence and abuse in their communities. The Inspiration Awards recognize individuals for their outstanding commitment and leadership in family violence and sexual violence prevention. “These dedicated Albertans are working each and every day to prevent and support those affected by family violence in our…
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Canadian Angus Association Introduces Partner of the Year Award Inaugural Award Presented to Hero Certified Burgers
ROCKY VIEW COUNTY, AB – The Canadian Angus Association is pleased to present the inaugural CAA Partner of the Year Award to Hero Certified Burgers. Hero Certified Burgers is a quick-service restaurant franchise chain that operates in Canada, with locations concentrated in Southern Ontario and Buffalo, New York. The chain was founded in 2003 by…
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Turner Valley Legion Raffles
Poppy Pictures We are Raffling these two pictures donated by a member. Tickets are $2.00 and available at the Branch. Draw will be held on December 19. 3rd prize – $200.00 Gift cards from local businesses. Ladies Auxiliary Raffle Tickets are $2.00 1st Draw Gift Card Xmas Tree 2nd Draw Land Mark Movie Gift…
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But Why Did They Leave?
By Vineeth Sekharan York University; Canadian Observatory on Homelessness/Homeless Hub This week’s infographic, published by Incarnation House, takes a look at the reasons why homeless teens leave home. Incarnation House is a center located in Dallas, Texas that is dedicated to serving the needs of transitional high school students. Their programs, provided in partnership with local…
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Two Mass Seizures Puts Calgary Humane Society Over Capacity
By Calgary Humane Calgary, AB — As a result of two mass seizures by Calgary Humane Society Peace Officers in just the last two weeks, the shelter is extremely full, especially with cats and birds. The first seizure involved 35 cats, while in the second seizure, Peace Officers brought in 27 birds. This year is…
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