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Celebrating the Heart of Communities during National Volunteer Week
Dedicated Albertans who are helping to build strong communities through grassroots community service will be the focus of celebrations across the province during National Volunteer Week. April 10-16 is National Volunteer Week. Across Alberta, events and activities are taking place to honour those who are at the heart of the social, cultural and recreational programs…
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Salvage Centre turns trash into $100,000 for needy organizations
Okotoks, AB: In Okotoks one man’s trash is another man’s treasure for a local organization that is working to improve the environment and make people’s lives better. The Foothills Salvage and Recycling Society (FSRS) is a not-for-profit business that takes in re-usable items just outside the area landfill and resells them in their 8,000 square foot…
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STARS Thanks Albertans with a Symbol of Gratitude on Helicopters
Calgary, AB – In February, we issued a plea to Albertans. A stormy economic climate had led to slumping STARS lottery ticket sales, and it was in danger of not selling out for the first time in its 23-year history. The response from Albertans was overwhelming. Our phone lines were jammed and website traffic surged.…
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Longview Library News: Plan Your Summer Now
The summer months will soon be here, which means long hours of lazy reading in a cool spot. The library has lots of books on gardening, bar-b-queing, hiking and recipes for cool summer meals. We also have books on wildflowers, birdwatching and summer travel. We have 3 gardening publications: Garden’s West, Alberta Gardener and The Gardener. …
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Canadian War Museum: The Battle of Vimy Ridge
9-12 April 1917 By Tim Cook, Canadian War Museum Many historians and writers consider the Canadian victory at Vimy a defining moment for Canada, when the country emerged from under the shadow of Britain and felt capable of greatness. Canadian troops also earned a reputation as formidable, effective troops because of the stunning success. But…
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Planet Waves Moonshine Horoscope for April 7, 2016
By Len Wallick Aries (March 20-April 19) — Know what works for you. Filter all your options through that knowledge, and your decisions will be properly informed. Simple though the protocol may be, it will be easy to forget. That’s because your life looks as though it might gain considerable stimulation in the coming weeks.…
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Millarville Sports Association Hands Funds to MD for New Sports Park
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Parks Canada announces names for new Percheron horses at the Bar U Ranch National Historic Site
Contest winner chose names to honour Foothills area ranching pioneer Pekisko, Alberta – Following a public contest launched in December 2015 that attracted national media attention and over a thousand entries, Parks Canada is proud to announce the names of the newest additions of Percheron horsepower at the Bar U Ranch National Historic Site are…
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Canadian Angus Association Announces Election Results
ROCKY VIEW COUNTY, AB – Bob Hahn of Alberta has been elected for a second term and Dale Easton of Saskatchewan will join the board of directors following elections in Alberta and Saskatchewan for the Canadian Angus Association’s Board of Directors. Both directors will serve three-year terms. Hahn’s term will continue without interruption while Easton will…
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Town and Our High River partner to re-vitalize the Culture Centre
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The Foothills Lions Club is celebrating their 50th Chartered Anniversary on April 30th, 2016
This club was charted on May 4th, 1966 with a total of twenty-two members and currently has thirty-four members. These club members have put in countless volunteer hours and have had many projects and events, too numerous to mention, that they have sponsored. They have given over 1.6 million dollars to organizations in our communities…
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Okotoks Recognizes Birth of a Nation Day
Saturday, April 9, 2016 – 6:00pm To honour and recognize the Canadian Troops who fought at the battle of Vimy Ridge on April 9th, 1917, there will be a special marching procession. The march starts at the Elks Hall (62 Elizabeth Street), follows Elizabeth St. and turns North onto Centre Avenue, arriving at the Cenotaph. A brief remembrance ceremony will…
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36th Annual Turner Valley Charity Golf Classic
Yes, it’s time to mark Friday, June 24th in your calendar. Contact your friends and colleagues and register your foursome for a great day on the classic links of Turner Valley Golf Club and show your support for the 36th Annual Turner Valley Charity Golf Classic. The format will include a shotgun start in the…
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Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Uses for a Wooden Spoon
By Reena Nerbas Cleaning Plexiglass Dear Reena, I have a terrible time cleaning the glass on my cabinets. They smear excessively. I think that they are Plexiglass; I really need help! Thank you! Kitty Dear Kitty, Plexiglass is highly susceptible to scratching and permanent etching due to chemicals such as ammonia glass cleaner. Use…
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From My Bookshelf: Featuring Jared Diamond; Karen Mack and Jennifer Kaufman
By Lynn Willoughby Germs, Guns and Steel ~ Jared Diamond The Fates of Human Societies This Pulitzer Prize winning book of non-fiction gives us a new perspective and understanding of human history. The author argues that geographical and environmental factors shaped the modern world. Advancement in food production in a society always leads to success,…
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