Tag: Good News

  • Oilfields High School: Rural Living Can Earn School Credits

    Oilfields High School: Rural Living Can Earn School Credits

      Do you work or live on an acreage, farm or ranch? The Green Certificate (GC) program is an on-farm apprenticeship-style training program aimed at high school students and adults. It is a joint venture of Alberta Agriculture and Alberta Education. There are nine ‘specialties’ in the GC program: Cow/Calf, Dairy, Equine, Feedlot, Field Crop,…

  • Town of High River Constructing Natural Playground in Birchwood Park

    Town of High River Constructing Natural Playground in Birchwood Park

      HIGH RIVER, AB: The Town of High River is moving forward with the construction of an innovative natural playground in Birchwood Park this fall. It will be the first of its kind in the area and will focus on encouraging children to use imaginative and open-ended play. “Connecting kids to nature, in part by…

  • Millarville Community School Coach’s Corner

    Millarville Community School Coach’s Corner

      By Christine Lederer, MCS Learning Coach A Learning Coach in FSD is responsible to plan for and address learning needs of students with diagnosed learning needs. In addition, she is responsible to ensure teachers have access to supports and to ensure Individual Learning Plan goals are met within a classroom situation. At MCS, we…

  • AUMA supports Town of High River resolution calling for review of DRP

    AUMA supports Town of High River resolution calling for review of DRP

      HIGH RIVER, AB: After being brought forward by the Town of High River, delegates of the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association (AUMA) supported a resolution calling for an external review of the provincial Disaster Recovery Program (DRP). “The problems we have been facing with the DRP are not unique to High River,” said Councillor Bruce…

  • Volunteers Needed to Help Build Hamptons Playground

    Volunteers Needed to Help Build Hamptons Playground

      HIGH RIVER, AB: On October 9 and 10 the Town of High River will be assisting with the installation of the new playground in the Hamptons and would like to invite all High River residents to volunteer their time to support the project. Approximately 40 volunteers are needed and can choose between a 4…

  • Human Services Announcement means New Support for Women’s Shelters

    Human Services Announcement means New Support for Women’s Shelters

    ALBERTA – Wednesday the Government of Alberta announced additional funds for women’s shelters. Included in this historic funding increase are targeted dollars for second-stage shelters, operational increases for emergency shelters, child trauma counselors, specialized housing & support services staff working in shelter and an increase in the fee-for-service agreements with on-reserve shelters. It’s worth highlighting that…

  • Lunar Eclipse Tonight

    Lunar Eclipse Tonight

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  • Turner Valley School ~ Terry Fox Run

    Turner Valley School ~ Terry Fox Run

    Our school will be holding its annual Terry Fox Run on Wednesday, September 30th, along with most other schools in Canada! This year is the 35th anniversary of Terry’s Marathon of Hope. Our school fundraising goal for the run this year is $1000.00. Let’s do our part and help Terry raise money for cancer research!…

  • Alberta Government supports women’s shelters with new investment

    Alberta Government supports women’s shelters with new investment

    Women and children affected by family violence will benefit from enhanced supports. The Government of Alberta is fulfilling its commitment to enhance supports for women and children affected by family violence with $15 million in new funding. This investment will help make a broader range of supports available, including counselling or other community supports, such…

  • Millarville Community School Principal’s Message: Volunteers

    Millarville Community School Principal’s Message: Volunteers

      MCS is built on our commitment to your children and in partnering with you to ensure we continue to offer an enriching program that meets the needs of all learners. Our parent volunteers are a vital component to the day-to-day life of our students. Even a small investment of your time can have a…

  • Oilfields High School: Travel Club Hosts Magician

    Oilfields High School: Travel Club Hosts Magician

      Oilfields High School Travel Club is hosting an, “Evening of Wonder with Magician Malcolm Russell” at 7:00 p.m. Friday, October 2nd. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and tickets are available at the door for $15 each. There will be light refreshments for purchase. This magic show is tailored towards pre-teens, teens and adults. Magician…

  • Pic-a-Pix ~ Retirement – September 26th, 2015 Puzzle

    Pic-a-Pix ~ Retirement – September 26th, 2015 Puzzle

    Here’s another Pic-a-Pix puzzle for you to enjoy courtesy of Diane Baher of Okotoks.

  • Millarville School Thanks Volunteers

    Millarville School Thanks Volunteers

      Thank you to all our students and parents who participated in the Terry Fox Run! We will be collecting toonies until Thursday, September 24th! So far, we have collected $542.00 Thanks for your support! More thanks to…… Tammy and Rick for coming on the hike to Mount Yamnuska Dawn Dott & School Council Members Kate Lomas & Fundraising…

  • 1st Diamond Valley Girl Guides: Making a Difference

    1st Diamond Valley Girl Guides: Making a Difference

      At Girl Guides we make a positive difference in the life of every girl and woman who experiences Guiding. We help girls: Make new friends Make a difference in the world Learn new & fun things Develop their own identity Discover their skills and talents Gain confidence and experience Girl Guide units participate in…

  • Planet Waves Monthly Horoscopes for October 2015

      By Eric Francis   Aries (March 20-April 19) — You certainly have plenty to do and you’re motivated to get it done. What’s essential is that you bring your imagination to your work rather than just your time, effort and focus. There’s a purpose to what you’re doing, and the way to keep in…