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Melissa Flieger and her daughter, Lily, work on a Thanksgiving-themed craft during Turkey Day at the Stettler Public Library on Friday, Oct. 10. Please see our story on page 4.

Superintendent to review issues with Stettler schools

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Joel van der Veen INDEPENDENT REPORTER The staff, students and parents of Stettler’s public schools will soon have the chance to have their say on the issues facing those schools and what could be done to address them.

Clearview Public Schools superintendent Peter Barron has been tasked with reviewing those issues and finding possible solu-

tions over the next three months.

After engaging with students, staff and parents, and devising several possible scenarios, each with pros and cons, he will make a follow-up presentation to the board in January 2015.

Following a lengthy discussion, the board approved a motion to that effect at its regular meeting on Thursday, Oct. 9.

The schools’ current configuration has

sometimes been a bone of contention, and several board members expressed pleasure that Barron had agreed to tackle the issue.

“I’m just really happy that it’s starting to move in the direction it should have moved a few years ago,” said trustee Yvette Cassidy, adding that she believes parents are ready to support changes. continued on page 4

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A group of 14 exchange students from Sanitz, Germany, spent three weeks at William E. Hay Composite High School in Stettler this fall. The group and the students who hosted them are pictured above.

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students and families from William E. Hay Composite School, arrived on Sept. 25 and was scheduled to return to Germany on Wednesday, Oct. 15.

“They’ve had a pretty jam-packed schedule,” said the school’s principal, Norbert Baharally, adding that the students’ host families also took them on trips when the larger group wasn’t planning anything.

The students had plans to go paintballing and visit the corn maze in Lacombe on Saturday, wrapping up their trip with a potluck supper on Tuesday before departing from Calgary on Wednesday.

The group of 14 students, mostly in grades 10 and 11, came from Sanitz, a smaller municipality in the Rostock district in northeast Germany.

Baharally said the two communities have done several such exchanges, and that families on both sides have been able to send multiple siblings on the exchange over the years.

During their three weeks in Alberta, the students observed plenty of differences, from meals and the weather to the wide-open spaces and

vehicles on the road.

Germans usually eat a hot, larger meal at midday, while the evening meal is more modest, said Baharally.

Sven Tiedemann observed that at William E. Hay, the students will cover all of the semester’s subjects in one day, while at their school in Sanitz, the subjects are spread throughout the week.

“And our school has no Wi-Fi,” he added. “We’re (technologically) on a lower level.”

The students in Sanitz are required to study two foreign languages, one of which must be English. (For the second, they can choose between French, Spanish and Latin.)

As a result they had little trouble communicating in Stettler, although they were tripped up by the occasional unfamiliar word or phrase, such as “toque.”

Dominik Pfeiffer said students in Sanitz have fewer opportunities to play sports at school, while Victoria Holtz said she was surprised at how “vast and spread out” everything is.

One of the students, upon arriving at the Calgary airport, quickly asked her host

family, “Where are all the trees?”

The exchange students also said they were surprised at the number of pick-up trucks on the road, and by how many William E. Hay students drive themselves to school.

In Germany, teenagers can’t start driving until they turn 18, and high school students mostly ride on crowded busses.

The Stettler host students also had some surprises.

Sara Lovell said she was impressed by how polite, respectful and prompt the German boys were, in comparison to their Canadian counterparts.

“At our school, they’re kind of little, dirty rascals,” she joked, adding that the boys from Germany were also “all very clean.”

“I was shocked at how much we actually have in common,” said Ally Zitaruk, observing that the Germans are largely into the same (mostly American) music, movies and entertainment.

A group of nine students from William E. Hay is expected to visit Sanitz in the spring, accompanied by Baharally.

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Dog mauled, killed by loose hounds Heartbroken and still grieving, Wanda Webster stood before the County of Stettler Council on Wednesday, Oct. 8, and spoke passionately about what she believes are faulty, loose dog bylaws in the county.

She appeared with her daughter, Brandy Vasseur, to make the plea, which comes after the vicious attack, mauling and killing of the family pet, Hershey.

The eight-year-old chocolate lab was mauled by two loose pit bulls on Sept. 15, eventually dying of its wounds in the family’s yard, south of the Stettler airport.

That these two dogs were returned to the owner the following day was “absolutely unacceptable,” Webster said.

However, she acknowledged the county’s bylaw allowed for the action – the only recourse for her was to see the bylaw change.

“I know I cannot prevent a tragedy like this from happening again, but we can prevent animals like this from going back into our community,” Webster said to council. “This needs to be changed, not only to protect other animals, but to protect human beings.”

When Webster found Hershey on Sept. 15, she immediately called the veterinarian, who came out right away.

There was no hope for the beloved family pet. His ribcage had been crushed.

“He’s part of the family,” Webster said, after the meeting.

“He didn’t deserve to go like that. He deserved to live to his old age.”

She said the dog was as old as her oldest grandchild, and that the whole family is grieving the loss of the wonderful family pet.

“We called him our gentle giant.”

What is even more terrifying for Webster, though, is that her grandchildren were supposed to be at the farm the day Hershey was killed.

Webster said she is convinced the two dogs that killed Hershey will strike again.

“They’ve tasted blood,” she said. “Once an animal has killed, they can easily kill again.”

Bylaw petition The current bylaw allows the owner of a non-violent pet to pick it up the next day, and the animal to be held for up to seven days.

The current contractor used by the county is Red Deer Animal Services, which came and took the two pit bulls, only to release them the next day.

The owners are due in court on Oct. 23, where a judge shall decide if the animals are vicious.

When an animal harms or kills a person, they are immediately deemed vicious and held by animal control for observation and not returned to the owner. Its fate is decided by the courts.

When an animal harms another animal, the animal can be released the next day, rather than waiting for the ruling.

That’s what Webster said she wants to see changed. After perusing the bylaws of neighbouring communities, she presented a bylaw option to county that would see hounds held at owners’ expense until the courts decide the fate of the dog. At that time it would either be released to the owner or destroyed.

The owners of the two pit bulls in this case could face fines of up to $5,000, which will also be decided at court.

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The driver of the truck, who is from the Stettler area, allegedly ran the red light at the intersection of highways 12 and 56 on Oct. 7, according to Stettler RCMP Const. Carter

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The truck was travelling on Highway 56 when it ran the red light, Boytinck said. The Mazda, which was driven by a Stettler resident, had the green light when it was struck.

The driver of the car didn’t suffer any injuries, RCMP said, but the driver of the semi-trailer was taken to Stettler Hospital by EMS, which had responded along with the RCMP and Stettler Regional Fire and Rescue,

with minor injuries.

Alcohol and drugs were not factors in the collision, and according to the RCMP, a witness said the truck simply did not stop at the red light,

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County awards $4M gravelling contract Stacey Lavallie INDEPENDENT REPORTER James Marshall Trucking Ltd. was awarded a fiveyear gravel contract at the last county meeting, to the tune of $4,162,500.

The tender, which called for a company to handle the supply and maintenance of gravel for the county’s roads, saw a lot of interest, according to Niki Thorsteinsson, the county’s spokesperson. There were several calls for information, she said, and several applications to choose from.

The county’s staff recommended James Marshall Trucking Ltd., who came in

on budget with the $4-million bid, and county councillors agreed, voting to support the motion.

Nixon stays on as Reeve The county held its organizational meeting directly before council, where it was decided that Wayne Nixon, who has acted as Reeve for the past year, will continue in the role.

Trash woes Representatives from the Village of Big Valley council came to the county meeting to ask the county to help clean up and repair the village’s transfer site.

The county advised Big Valley that as a partner in the transfer site, all the village has to do is contact the county for assistance.

However, since the village has not had a representative on the Waste Management Committee in several years, it would explain why they were not aware of the ease to request assistance. It was recommended that the village appoint someone to the board, and in the meantime, the county would come and help repair and clean up the transfer site.

Internet request CCI Wireless made a pre-

sentation to council, asking for council’s support in seeking funding from the government so it could build towers in the area to help shore up the Stettler area’s weak Internet access.

Since the area has been recognized as a low-level of Internet service, county councillors heard, it’s possible for CCI Wireless to apply for government grants to help cover the cost of increasing its presence in the area.

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Either way, several trustees said, the transition into high school is often awkward, and can have repercussions in other areas, such as Career and Technology Studies programs, sports teams and extracurricular activities.

The province’s public school curriculum currently supports a different division of grades: Kindergarten to Grade 3, grades 4 to 6, grades 7 to 9 and grades 10 to 12.

The configuration can also lead to budgetary issues, as funding for Stettler students is allocated between the four schools.

Checkel acknowledged that the middle school “tends to miss out” as, unlike the elementary and high schools, it has limited means for obtaining additional funds above the basic provincial funding.

“We just don’t have that flexibility to move funding around that easily,” he explained this week.

Meanwhile, the current arrangement for the outreach school means its enrolment, and thus its staffing levels, can fluctuate appreciably from year to year.

At present, the elementary school and middle school are overseen by one principal, Sharon Fischer, an arrangement that could prove challenging over a longer period of time and poses a risk to affect staff morale, according to a memo from Barron.

Other concerns raised by trustees at Thursday’s meeting included issues with the Stettler complex itself, the sharing of resources and facilities between the schools, and difficulties in co-ordinating programs and schedules.

Checkel said this week that he approves of the work being undertaken, noting that it addresses one of the priorities established by the board this fall, and added that he’s looking forward to seeing what the superintendent brings back to the board next year.

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Tower Road speed limit changes Council voted to lower the speed limit on part of Tower Road, citing new development in the area. Currently, as Tower Road exits the Town of Stettler and travels into Stettler County, the speed limit is 60 km/h,

before increasing to 80 km/h. The 80 km/h section will have its limit lowered to 60 km/h to match the rest of the road, as well as increase safety for the residents of the new development.

Some residents along Tower Road wrote to the county to complain about increased traffic along the route. Tower Road is an alternate trucking route, but with additional construction happening on the main route, traffic has increased, it was noted.

This is expected to die down once construction is complete.

Kids talk turkey at library

Superintendent to review issues with Stettler schools continued on front page “We need to get this implemented,” added vice-chair Dave Goodwin. “We can’t drag this on and on and on and on and on.”

Speaking to the Independent this week, chair Ken Checkel said he believes the schools have few issues at present, but added that this is an opportunity to address some concerns and make improvements.

A report commissioned by the division and completed in February 2014 indicated that the schools’ configuration did not have a significant impact on students’ educational achievement, said Checkel.

“It’s not like the whole system in Stettler is broken at all,” he said, framing the question as, “How can we make a good thing better?”

Checkel also said during Thursday’s meeting that if the board can make changes to improve the way the schools work, it needs to do so.

“This is not new, but we are the ones who are responsible for it,” he said. “We’re the ones who can change it.”

Currently, students in Stettler attend the elementary school from Kindergarten to Grade 5, middle school from grades 6 to 8, and William E. Hay Composite High School from grades 9 to 12. (The outreach school also accepts students from grades 7 through 12.)

This configuration has caused some issues when students from other schools in the division graduate into William E. Hay. Clearview’s schools in Big Valley, Byemoor, Donalda and Erskine offer Kindergarten to Grade 9.

This means that students either graduate from their rural schools and start at William E. Hay in Grade 10, or leave their rural schools (and classmates) behind a year early to start William E. Hay in Grade 9 with Stettler

ents, it could not support the request.

If the county supported CCI Wireless, the delegation was told, it would be required for it to support all other Internet companies like Shaw and Telus.

It could not show favour to one over the other.

The bird was the word for parents and young kids visiting the Stettler Public Library last week.

The library marked Thanksgiving with Turkey Day, a morning of crafts and games for children aged two through five, held on Friday, Oct. 10 in the Discovery Annex.

Kim Tanner, who organized Friday’s event, said she was pleased with the turnout, noting that about 85 people showed up, including both children and their caregivers.

Kids had a host of turkey-related activities to check out, from pinning the tail on the turkey, to using paints to create a hand-shaped turkey with colourful finger feathers.

“It was very well-attended,” said Tanner, adding that she plans to continue with monthly themed events for parents and young children.

The next event is scheduled for Nov. 21 from 10:30 a.m. to noon, with a winter theme that will be incorporated into the crafts and games offered.

Tanner also organizes the library’s Read and Rhyme program, held each Tuesday and Wednesday beginning at 10:30 a.m., featuring songs, crafts and rhymes targeted at kids between zero and five years of age.

The program is free of charge, and there are plans to start a similar offshoot program at the school in Botha, said assistant library manager Crystal Friars.

Friars said the programs are ideal for instilling a love of learning in young children, adding that it’s good to “start them early so they’ll be a library lover for life.”

The library has several events planned for the end of October, including a Halloween Comic Fest for kids aged 12 and up on Oct. 25, and a Monster Bash for the whole family on Oct. 30. For further details, please see the library column elsewhere in this issue.

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Board approves sound fix for Erskine gym Joel van der Veen INDEPENDENT REPORTER Clearview Public Schools trustees have given the green light for renovations to improve the sound quality in the Erskine School gymnasium.

The work — estimated to cost $45,000 — will involve placing 200 panels along the walls of the gym to reduce sound reverberation to the two-second limit mandated by Alberta Education.

The board approved a motion to go ahead with the work at its regular meeting on Thursday, Oct. 9, roughly a month after asking associate superintendent Peter Neale to seek additional quotes.

Neale told the board on Sept. 11 that the gym had failed to pass acoustic tests.

Sounds in the gym were reverberating for up to six seconds, well above the provincial standard of two seconds.

The gym has recently re-

ceived $92,000 in renovations carried out after it was discovered that pieces of insulation were coming loose and falling through the wooden slats on the ceiling.

Drywall was installed on the ceiling and the wooden slats were reinstalled underneath.

The board approved the necessary work to bring the gym within provincial standards, but took exception to the cost.

Neale returned to the board on Oct. 9 with a second quote for a different approach that would involve installing panels on the ceiling.

He said this approach would take four to six weeks, would require the removal of the wood slats on the ceiling, and would cost between $225,000 and $275,000.

Neale added that a third quote was being sought, but noted, “There’s not a lot of companies that do this in Alberta.”

Trustee Cheri Neitz urged

the board to move forward with the original quote, provided by Edmonton-based Acoustic Solutions.

Neitz reported that due to the gym’s poor acoustics, Erskine’s teachers are currently holding most of their physical education classes outdoors.

Neale informed the board that additional funding could be used to improve the sound quality beyond what’s required, reminding them that up to $75,000 was available in the capital budget.

“This solution is very modular,” he explained.

“They can add more panels if they want.”

The board approved spending up to $45,000 to address the situation, noting that additional funding could be approved if necessary at a later point.

Results from William E. Hay During the same meeting, trustees were presented with the 2013-2014 diploma examination and

Donalda turns to the past in fundraiser Stacey Lavallie INDEPENDENT REPORTER The Donalda and District Museum is looking back at the region’s past as it hosts “Tales of the Past,” a dinner theatre production.

On Saturday, Oct. 18, the Museum will host a dinner theatre production as its annual fundraiser, which will feature three local actors performing as pioneers telling tales of their adventures in settling the areas.

Bob Willis will perform as Gabriel Dumont, a Métis man who fled the persecution of the Red River Settlement and settled in Alberta, while Chris Jenson will perform as James Gadsby, an American man who fled to Canada to avoid the law, and turned his life around.

It wasn’t just men who helped open the west, though, and Nora Smith will play the part of Alice Rogers, a phone operator in

the area.

“I know Bob and Nora do great performances,” Darlene Tantrum, one of the museum members, said. “Chris is newer but he’s told a great story.”

The tickets for the evening are $40, and include the performances and a hot roast beef dinner, which is being prepared by the museum’s board.

“It’ll be a great home-cooked meal,” Tantrum said.

The doors open at 5 p.m., with dinner being served at 6 p.m., she said, explaining that the tales will come between the various activities of the evening, which include both live and silent auctions.

This is the first time the museum has held this dinner theatre performance as its annual fundraiser. Last year, they had Gary Fjellgaard, a country music performer, entertain.

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provincial achievement test results from the students of William E. Hay Composite High School.

Rob Rathwell, the division’s co-ordinator of administrative and instructional support, presented the results with some caveats, noting that several students were exempted from certain exams in June following a school tragedy that month.

This, according to the report, had an “unknown effect” on the results, as up to 52 students were exempted from taking exams in English 30-1 and 30-2, Social Studies 30-1 and 30-2, and Chemistry 30.

“It’s really going to skew some results,” said Rathwell, adding, “Until the superintendent (Peter Barron) has a chance to talk to (prin-

cipal Norbert) Baharally, we won’t know the full extent of that.”

The results indicated positive outcomes, as in all recorded courses, the percentage of students meeting the provincial standard in 2013-2014 was either “significantly above” or “not significantly different from” the previous threeyear average.

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Why our governments need to address poverty now 86 families now hold more wealth than the poorest 11.4 million Canadians

By John Millar Troy Media Columnist Canadians might be surprised to learn that 86 families now hold more wealth than the poorest 11.4 million Canadians. Is this a Canada to be proud of? Hardly.

According to many studies, the Canadian poverty rate remains high. A recent OECD report shows that the very rich are taking an ever greater share of income. And a new study from three leading Canadian academics shows the rich obscure the total extent of their individual wealth through private companies, which means they are even richer than we thought.

Why should we care?

Because poverty and inequities hurt all of us in the long run. They erode social cohesion and create a burden on all taxpayers to pay for poverty reduction, healthcare services, unemployment, crime and homelessness.

Our economic system and wellbeing are at risk of serious deterioration unless we take action now.

Here’s what the evidence says about the devastating outcomes of poverty: poorer health, more chronic disease, more avoidable deaths, social injustice, increasing demand and costs for healthcare services and reduced productivity of the workforce. On a large scale and over the long-term, inequality can also slow the economy and erode democracy, political and social stability.

Those in the bottom half of the economic pecking order with stagnant incomes grow resentful, envious, hopeless and distrustful of business leaders and governments.

And so we have social unrest such as the Occupy movement.

How did we get here?

For years, most Canadian governments have followed an agenda based on austerity. They have lowered taxes and cut social programs to balance budgets with a focus on economic growth and “trickle down” economics. The 2014 report of the Office of the Parliamentary Budget Officer shows that cuts to income tax, GST, corporate taxes and others amount to governments having $30 billion less to spend per year. For the most part, this has meant fewer income supports for the poor and inadequate investments in social housing, early child development, education, healthcare

and infrastructure development (with the exception of the federal stimulus program in response to the 2008 recession).

The wealthy have become wealthier with the help of a higher rate of returns on capital (over incomes), tax breaks for capital gains and wealthy estates, and inadequately controlled offshore banking.

Economist superstar Thomas Piketty points out that these flaws in our economic system are not a reason to abandon the system itself, which has also led to abundant innovation and wealth creation.

The solution is rather to moderate the excesses of the system so that prosperity is more equitably shared by the entire population. Even the IMF, which has pushed austerity agendas for decades, has recently stated that growing inequity is bad for economies and judicious redistribution is beneficial for economic growth.

Research has shown that countries such as Iceland, Poland and Sweden, which have invested in social programs like health and education in the last decade, have made better recoveries following the recession than those that followed an “austerity” agenda.

Economists call what we need “a judicious redistributive approach” - that is, to raise government revenues via natural resources, taxes on the wealthy (income, estates, capital), regulation of offshore tax havens, and taxes on externalities,

such as pollution, tobacco, alcohol and sugar. Governments should direct these revenues toward social investments such as income support, education, healthcare and infrastructure.

The business community also has a role. Businesses can help reduce poverty and inequities by paying their share of corporate taxes and having a triple bottom line people, planet and profits - with a living wage for their staff, co-ownership and profit sharing policies.

The public as consumers can vote with their wallets and support such progressive businesses.

We are paying dearly for inaction. It would cost taxpayers less to eradicate poverty than to continue to pay for poverty-related policing, corrections, housing and healthcare. In B.C., the estimated cost to implement a poverty reduction plan is $4 billion annually, according to the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives. Right now, poverty costs the province up to $9.2 billion per year.

Businesses and governments must take measures now to reduce poverty and inequities. It is time for concerned citizens to demand action.

John Millar is an expert advisor with EvidenceNetwork.ca and a Clinical Professor at the School of Population and Public Health, University of British Columbia.

He is also the vice president of the Public Health Association of BC (PHABC).

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Womens’ gold putters to a season end Stacey Lavallie INDEPENDENT REPORTER Womens’ golf at the Stettler Golf Club has come to a close for another season, one that volunteer co-ordinator Winnie Bissett said was a success.

“About 36 people (were in the league) this year,” she said, explaining that while the number fluctuates back and forth annually, the number is about on par with where it has been in the past several years.

The womens’ league

runs from late spring until the end of summer, with women meeting every Tuesday night to golf. According to Bissett, while the night is about golf, it ends up being much more.

‘It’s golfing,” she said, “but it’s still a lady’s night out.”

The season starts with a potluck feast and ends on a high note as awards are handed out to members, from qualifiers as simple as perfect attendance to more competitive qualifiers such as league champions.

“The league is open to all ages,” Bissett said, saying she’s neither the youngest nor the eldest, and that there’s room for more women who enjoy or want to learn to play golf.

“Stettler is a great learning golf course,” she said.

“It’s not too hilly.”

She complimented the groundskeepers who created a wonderful playing pitch this year, noting that the golf course greens were “in great shape.”

With the womens’ league done for the year, they won’t meet until late April or early May to plan out the next season, which gets underway in May 2015.

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The Stettler Ladies’ Golf League gathered recently to celebrate a great golfing season for the girls.

Pictured here, from left, are Carolyn Skaley (perfect attendance), Donna McKay (perfect attendance), Winnie Bissett (club champion and match play champion), Lynn Tomkulak (most points) and Atie Turnbull (perfect attendance). Missing are Mary Ann Awe (perfect attendance) and Leona Thorogood (most improved).

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Oregon has the best roads and other stuff Part 2 Oregon has a diverse agricultural economy claiming the production of over 200 commodities. That makes agriculture the second largest sector of their economy at $5.4 billion, although that contribution remains fairly invisible. The state government seems to want to portray itself as a destination for manufacturing, tourism and high tech businesses.

That approach seems to have spawned a “green” state approach with the usual anti-chemical and anti-commercial farming attitude.

That means more regulations and aggravation for resource industries.

Forestry has been hard hit with a 90% reduction in timber harvesting on federal lands. Yet the state remains a major producer of softwood lumber. With

its vast volcanic basalt base it’s not big in mining - producing only pumice, sand, gravel and some precious metals and gemstones.

Much of Oregon agriculture is based on the large production of a few commodities like wheat, cattle, hay and commercial crops like onions. It’s fascinating to see dozens of semi-trailer loads of onions lining up at processing facilities. Much of that large-scale production is due to massive irrigation projects fed by the Columbia River. There seems to be more land available for such irrigation, but such intensive type commercial agriculture is probably not seen as desirable by “green” minded politically-correct urban-based politicians. There also seems to be a rivalry between

Ahead of the heard WILL VERBOVEN Portland and Seattle as to which has the most high tech and research industries and which is the greenest. Such competition tends to see resource industries and agriculture getting lost in the process.

The state is a large producer of grass seed particularly fescue, interestingly the other large growing area for fescue is the Peace River district of Northern Alberta and BC 1,500 km away.

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which explains why the city of Portland has the largest per capita number of breweries in North America. To add to that, Oregon has the third largest number of vineyards in the country at over 300.

All of that beer and wine production seems to have resulted in some of the most lenient liquor laws in the country. Many stores, including museum gift shops, have wine or other alcohol for sale. It’s not unusual to see $6 bottles of wine for sale. It’s hard to see how vineyards can be viable with such low wine prices.

The biggest sector of the Oregon economy seems to be the service industry particularly the tourism sector. That would include out of state retirees and

vacation home owners.

Much of the Oregon coast is covered with beach front homes owned by folks from less scenic and colder climate areas. What is astonishing in Oregon is the very high quality of the roads. It seems that potholes and gravel roads are illegal in the state. That may be an intentional and clever government policy, being it puts a positive perspective of the state in the minds of tourists and visitors. One dubious note is the inclusion of bicycle lanes on some busy main highways – that seems a rather dangerous development for bikers and drivers alike – just to appease a green lobby.

One of the unique geologic features of Oregon is the presence of the largest ocean-front sand dunes in North America. Much of it is open to public recreational use and is a big tourist attraction – but its future is in peril. A hundred years ago the dunes were wide-open, but now much of it is covered with grass, brush and trees. In some area up to fifty percent of the dunes are lost

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Curiously with all the emphasis on the green approach in Oregon – approvals have been given for pipelines and a port terminal for the export of vast quantities of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to Asia. That would be in direct competition to proposed LNG export projects in BC. Most of that gas would be pipelined in from – you guessed it – Alberta. It all boggles the mind – Oregon is an interesting state indeed.

Big time Halloween party on the way Submitted by Crystal Friars Stettler Public Library Has everybody figured out their costumes yet? We have been discussing costumes here at the Stettler Public Library so that we can be ready for Halloween.

It’s going to be a surprise for everyone. But we are expecting everyone to dress up for these two library events: Halloween ComicFest and the Monster Bash.

On Saturday, Oct. 25 at 1 p.m., kids ages 12 and up are invited to our Halloween ComicFest. There will be prizes for best costumes.

We will also have snacks and free comics to entice you to join in the fun. Plus we will be Skyping with the lead animator of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles cartoon. continued on page 9

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People have problems because they complain...

I used to think that people complain because they have problems, however, I’ve inverted that view somewhat. People often have problems because they complain!

Complaining doesn’t change or improve anything. It amplifies frustration and highlights discontent. Psalm 77:3 corroborates this saying, “I complained and my spirit was overwhelmed.”

Conversely, the giving of thanks is uplifting and can facilitate effective problem-solving and positive steps forward. Lois Kaufman’s letter to Jesus, following her husband’s death and her bout with cancer, powerfully attests to this.

“Dear Jesus, I’ve written a lot of “Thank Yous” lately, but this is my first one to you. Until now I didn’t appreciate your gifts to me these past several months.

Thank you for taking Don home to be with you.

Now I’ll never be concerned with what the future holds for him. His days are guaranteed. Thank you for giving him such a wonderful Christmas. Thank you for making his birthday that last Sunday his best ever.

Thank you for putting me in the hospital three weeks after he died and showing me the way you could use his death in my life. I wasn’t always sure how to approach others with the Gospel. But now you have given me so many openings, I can hardly handle them all.

Faith & Reflection ROSS HELGETON 403-742-5020 • REVRH@TELUS.NET Thank you for my most recent surgery and for the lessons it taught me. Especially for showing me how much I needed you.

Thanks for letting me see what it is like to face surgery and suffering without you as I watched the difference in the lives of my roommates.

Thank you for the lessons Becky and Lori (her daughters) have learned from this. I could never have taught them the way you did. That’s because of the great Teacher you are. I can’t wait to see what you give them on their heavenly report cards.

You know, Jesus, I wouldn’t have planned my life this way. In fact, I would have planned it just the opposite. I would have

sought to avoid death’s knock. I would have ducked out on the surgeries and tried to pretend that Christians were kept well by you all the time. But I would have missed out on so much.

The kids are sorry they couldn’t be with their dad on Father’s Day, but we were glad he could be with both his earthly and Heavenly Father this year.

Oh, I could go on with this letter, but I could never cover everything I have to thank you for. So I’ll send more, but for now please accept this as a beginning.

With Thanksgiving, Lois” “Give thanks to the Lord of lords, for his steadfast love endures forever” (Psalm 136:3).

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Big time Halloween party on the way continued from page 8 On Thursday, Oct. 30 from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., we’re having our massive annual Halloween party, the Monster Bash.

Admission is $10 per child or $25 per family (adults are free) for a night filled with magic tricks, stories, crafts and food. We are pleased to have professional storyteller Renee Englot and magician Kyle Key entertain us between stations of games, crafts, glitter tattoos, and a hot dog concession. It is a great way for the kids to show off their costumes sans heavy winter coats.

October is Canadian Library Month and we want to thank you for your support of the Stettler Public Library. To show our gratitude, we have declared October as Food for Fines Month. That means for every non-perishable food item you bring to the library we will waive $2 worth of fines. The food items will then be donated to the Food Bank at the end of October. It is a win-win for everyone.

It is again time for Tech Time for Seniors. Bring your phone, tablet, e-reader and your tech questions and we will help you on Thursday, Oct. 16 at 1 p.m. Free Handibus rides to the library are available

as needed. Call 403-742-5858 to book your ride.

On Saturday, Oct. 18 at 10:30 a.m., the Stettler Public Library and Community Futures East Parkland are presenting Kids & Cash: An Introduction to Financial Literacy for Kids. Geared to children ages 5 to 8, this one hour workshop will answer the questions of what money is, where it comes from and what you can do with it. Please pre-register by calling the Library at 403-742-2292.

On Wednesday, Oct. 22, the Stettler Public Library will be closing at 6:30 pm for a special event. The library will reopen on Thursday, Oct. 23 at 10 a.m.

Do you have a craft project that you haven’t had time to work on? Bring your WIP (work in progress) and join the Chicks with Sticks on Tuesday, Oct. 28 at 7 p.m. for an evening of crafting and conversation.

If you have any questions about our programs and services, please check out our website (http://spl.prl.ab.ca), our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ StettlerPublicLibrary) or see our tweets (www.twitter.com/stettlerlibrary) for last minute details about our programs.

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William E. Hay celebrates achievement with awards night Joel van der Veen INDEPENDENT REPORTER Stettler honoured some of its best and brightest young minds last week as William E. Hay Composite High School held its annual awards night.

The program attracted a full house to the Stettler Performing Arts Centre on Friday, Oct. 10.

Principal Norbert Baharally, who served as emcee, noted that a total of $136,000 in scholarships, bursaries and awards was presented this year to 142 recipients. “This truly is a celebration of outstanding performances in many aspects,� said Baharally.

Staff member Dawn McKay, who was responsible for organizing much of the program, took a moment during the ceremony to recognize the sponsors and supporters who fund the awards, some of which have been presented to students for decades.

McKay herself was honoured with flowers in appreciation for her 44 years in education and for her contributions to Friday’s program. “It’s almost a full-time job for many days in September,� McKay said of the efforts needed to organize the awards show, while Baharally credited her with helping the program run like a “well-oiled machine.�

The longest-running award — the Beulah and Lester Lohr Scholarship, which has been presented annually since 1963 — was presented by the couple’s granddaughter, Evelyn Strandquist. This year’s recipient was Brittany McKay. Two scholarships were presented in memory of Andrew Nibourg, who died in an auto collision in June, just days after his graduation from William E. Hay. The “Average Andrew�

Scholarship was presented by student Erin Yaremcio to Justin Dadensky. The Andrew Nibourg Scholarship was presented by Mary Ann Baltimore to

Corey Garbutt.

Clearview Public Schools superintendent Peter Barron and trustee Cheri Neitz were on hand to present Grade 12 honours to 30 of last year’s graduates, and Alexander Rutherford Scholarships to 31 students from the 20132014 class.

New scholarships sponsored by the William E. Hay class of 1964, which held a successful 50-year reunion earlier this year, were presented to Elly Bak, Cole Bailey, Meghan LaRose and Tamara Nooijen.

Graduate Jordan Bauman was announced as this year’s recipient of both the Governor General’s Medal, for the highest academic average, and the Vera Hansen Scholarship. Bauman is currently enrolled at the Donald School of Business at Red Deer College.

A full list of awards and recipients will be published in an upcoming issue of the Stettler Independent.

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SMS presents awards in annual ceremony Joel van der Veen INDEPENDENT REPORTER The students of Stettler Middle School were honoured for their achievements over the past year in a ceremony last week. The school’s Academic Honours and Merit Awards Program was held Monday, Oct. 6 at the Stettler Performing Arts Centre, emceed by student council chairperson Myles Ecklund.

Speaking to the Independent later in the week, viceprincipal Jeff Lee called the ceremony “a great night of recognizing academic and personal achievements among the students of Stettler Middle School.�

Lee noted that close to a third of the school’s students were honoured with either an award or a nomination.

He also noted that recipients of the merit awards were honoured by the presenting teachers with brief speeches, highlighting their achievements, and adding unique personal touches to the program.

Awards were presented by Clearview Public Schools officials and trustees, SMS staff and supporters, members of the Alberta Teachers Association, and several local service clubs, including the Kinsmen and IODE. Following is a list of the students recognized this year

with the SMS Academic Honours Award and the Clearview Certificate and Pin: Grade 6 — Morgan Bengert, Cassidy Braun, Wil Brennan, Rogan Geddes, Madison Imbery, Taylor Knudtson, Josh Morris, Brooke Mulgrove, Sydney Nattestad, Ranier Salmon, Wade Smith, Darby Strohschein, Ben Tschritter, David Zondag.

Grade 7 — Beau Cooper, Myles Ecklund, Brooke Glasier, Jordyn Hansel, Isaac Hernando, Greyson Loshny, Gavin McQuay, Jenny Munholland, Esther Nooijen, Carter Salmon, Baileigh Sorensen, Melissa Smith, Bradley Spencer, Lyrah Thomson, Ty Zitaruk.

Grade 8 — Shayna Brower, Johan Bouwer, Harmen Coenen, Abby Collard, Riley Cornelssen, Rachael Deaver, Keyonna Derr, Sadie Diegel, Krysta Froese, Garrett Hogg, Megan Kobi, Madison Kuefler, Avery Marko, Maria Miller, Kayla Myshaniuk, Sydney Poapst, Mikayla Torgerson, Kathleen UnKauf, Rachelle Vogel, Bailey Webb, Robin Yaremcio.

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Larry Ambury Jump Start Award: Jessica Lane.

SMS Citizenship Awards: Grade 6 — Ximena Sierra; Grade 7 — Rebecca Bridge, Melissa Smith.

Kinsmen Cystic Fibrosis Award: Kalysta Miller.

IODE Awards for Athletics: Grade 6 — Daylan Kuefler, Brooke Mulgrove; Grade 7 — Jordan Burkard, Baileigh Sorensen; Grade 8 — James Switenky, Shayna Brower, Sydney Poapst.

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Rumsey history book price reduced Happy Thanksgiving, everyone. Hope you had a great weekend with the beautiful weather we had. I know I am still full of turkey and all the fixings; and, with that in mind, I will mention that the fall supper will be coming up on the first Saturday in November, which is also the opening day of hunting season; so get your bright colored jackets out.

Don’t be walking out in your field with a brown jacket and white toque on, not a good combination for this time of year.

Marilyn Trentham sent me some news on an information session coming for the Morrin Drop-in Center. A lady from Alberta Health will be holding an information session on Wednesday, Oct. 22 at 1:30 pm. Her topics will include Alberta seniors’ benefits, dental and optical assistance for seniors, special needs assistance and property tax deferral program. It is sure to be an informative session and all seniors are welcome.

Dariel McNaughton also emailed me that the historical society met recently and one of the things they decided was to reduce the price of the 1982 edition of the

Rumsey History Book from $45 to $40 in order to clear out the remaining books.

There are still lots available at the Rumsey Library, so stop by and pick one up. They are very informative about all the families that have come and gone in our community. Keep in mind that once the committee has obtained their societal number and status, they will be able to proceed with the development of the new history book and will be looking for your story so plan to contribute to the book. It will only make it more interesting.

The 4-H beef club will be having their organizational meeting soon and welcome all new members. Your child has to be age 9 of the current year to start up, so keep that in mind as you sell your calves this fall, if your child is ready to join, save that great looking calf for her/him and give Jill Holowath or Melanie Nelson a call. There is also the Morrin Multi-club that incorporates many smaller 4-H clubs. Gwen Hampton is the person to call to join there, so give her a call to see what is available.

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The Rumsey Library is busy with the production of this coming years’ calendar.

The photos from the photo contest at the garden show were really great, so the 2015 calendar is shaping up to be a real beauty to hang on your wall or to give as a present to a family member or past resident of Rumsey. I hope to have them available by the fall supper for the same cost of $15 each. Otherwise, they will be available at the library from then on, stop by and pick one or two up.

Gwen Hampton spread the news that her Dad, Bert Johnson, is now back in Drumheller in continuing care, it is part

of the Drumheller Hospital Complex, down at the south end. He’s on Pioneer Lane – Room #P50. He has a private room looking out towards the river and would welcome visitors, so if you happen to find yourself in Drumheller, put it on your list to include a visit to Bert.

And last but not less, a joke to brighten your week: Martha had a parrot called Brutus, the only problem was that Brutus cussed something awful. Now Martha was having her in-laws over for Thanksgiving so she needed to train Brutus to stop swearing. Just before her mother-inlaw was due, Brutus let loose with another long string of swear words and Martha was absolutely desperate. She grabbed him quickly and shoved him into the freezer for a couple of minutes to literally cool off. When she opened the door of the freezer and took out the parrot; the parrot looked absolutely shocked! Martha then asked the parrot. “Have you learned your lesson about cussing?’

Brutus the parrot took one look at the dead turkey laying in the deepfreeze and said: ‘Yup, I sure have!”

November meeting for Erskine ratepayers Pat Kelm ERSKINE ENQUIRER I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving and had lots to eat.

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a fall supper of roast beef on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 4:30 to 7:30. The proceeds will go towards the ongoing renovations to the kitchen.

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Their reasoning is that in the future, they may have to put a water line down that area and don’t want to dig up pavement.

But the drawback to gravel is that a snow blower wouldn’t be able to keep it clean in the winter so a bobcat or tractor with a blade would have to be hired. It may be years before they put a water line down that road. I also asked about when the county was go-

ing to fill in the holes in the pavement in Erskine and was told that the squeaky wheel gets the grease so we have to phone in to the county and complain and then perhaps something will be done about it.

Our councillor, Joe Gendre, will arrange for a ratepayers meeting sometime in November and we will be able to get more information about these matters and a few others.

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try run took place on Oct. 9 and our Erskine runners did very well. The results are as follows: Grade 6 girls: First was Ava Lee, second was Alandra Couch, 18th was Sydney Lepard, Grade 6 boys: Fifth was Marcus Laisnez, eighth was Zac Bryson, 13th was Carson Mottus; Grade 7 girls: First was Avery Chick; Grade 7 boys: First was Isaac Lee, 10th was Connor Robertson; Grade 8 girls: Third was Jackson Squires, 18th was Meghan Mattach; Grade 9 girls: First was Gracie Morbeck and the Grade 9 boys 1st was Isaac Nibourg. So our students did very well. The CWAJHAA for the runners will be on Friday, Oct. 17 in Lacombe.

Good Luck students!

Don’t forget magazine sales are still on so if you would like a subscription and haven’t been called on, please phone the school.

Sales go until Oct. 22.

Congratulations to Dr. & Mrs. Charlie Bird on the birth of their great grandson. Both the parents are English teachers and have named their baby Baywolf which is a very unusual name, but has great significance to his parents.

Laugh for today: It’s a sign of a woman growing older when she brushes a hair off her lapel and finds it’s attached to her chin.

Have a good week.

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Busy community schedule ahead Les & Rosemary Stulberg BYEMOOR/ENDIANG NEWS The first crib match of the season was held Tuesday evening at the Endmoor Drop-in Centre. Top crib player was Dot Wasdal with Bob Smyth taking second place. Next crib meet is on Oct. 21 at 7:30 p.m.

Dan and Verla Buchwitz are home from a monthlong vacation. They drove to Branson, Missouri where they spent three weeks.

They reported taking in more than 30 shows and thoroughly enjoyed the entertainment.

Regular business hours have resumed at the restaurant in Endiang now that Dan and Verla are back home. The only exception is they will be closed on Oct. 18 for a funeral and on Oct. 19 in support of the

Byemoor fall supper.

Jim and Maureen Wasdal and Russ and Linda Kobi arrived home Sunday evening from a week spent in St. George, Utah and Las Vegas. The men played with an Alberta slo-pitch ball team at the Huntsman World Senior Games in St. George. Although they didn’t win all their games, they all reported having a fantastic time.

We bid farewell to Thelma Keast who has moved to a seniors’ lodge in Airdrie. She will be closer to her family at that location — daughter Dona near Irricana and son Les in Calgary. Her grandson Stacey is now working in Calgary.

Thelma has been a life-time resident and a very active member of our community.

We wish you well in your

new surroundings, Thelma.

Mickey Tucker hosted a get-together at her home on Wednesday for Irene Brooker. Several ladies of the neighbourhood gathered to bid Irene farewell as she relocates to Hanna. We wish Irene all the best in her new location.

Angeline Mappin was honoured with a bridal shower at the Byemoor hall on Wednesday evening.

She was showered with many useful gifts. Angeline and Lindsey Shadlock will be married on Oct. 18 in the Hand Hills with the reception and dance to be held in Drumheller.

Congratulations to Michelle and Gordon Borgestrom on the arrival of their second daughter Abigail at the Stettler hospital on Oct. 7. Abigail weighed

Quilting is back on track Louise Bellair BOTHA BOOSTER Hopefully everyone had a great Thanksgiving and enjoyed their festive feast.

The weather turned out fantastic to for those of us traveling it was appreciated.

Now seeing things are going back to normal, so has the school agenda. It’s time for everyone to get back to their nightly reading and agendas getting signed.

At the village office, the council agreed that reviews of the village bylaws are required and time is set aside in the near future to begin the process with the unsightly premises and truck route bylaws.

Council also signed a Memorandum of Agreement with the Minister of Municipal Affairs for the Federal Gas Tax Grant.

Following a detailed review of the Government Viability Review Questionnare, council will request the Minister of Municipal Affairs to conduct the viability review for the Village of Botha.

Seeing the church closed its doors a year ago last June 2012, some people have come together and donated to a great cause. They have had positive reactions to the idea of keeping the church as part of Botha community and opening the doors to sharing with the public a small, but very important part of our past. It sounds like the church will be becoming a museum.

This was a fantastic idea as some of Botha history was held here. On September 26,1909, 105 years ago, the church was dedicated. Also in 1923, primary classes were held in it, so it would be a great building to keep.

A big thank you goes out to anyone and everyone who donated to this cause.

We are also looking for some new Bingo callers as come summer, we really need your help please.

Brenda is willing to train anyone to call and would really appreciate if you could.

Her phone number is 403742-6241 if you would like to phone her and talk things over. This would very much be appreciated.

Quilting takes place for the first time again for another year, starting at 9:30 a.m. at the seniors’ centre.

Please join the ladies there

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Don’t forget the village council meeting at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 23. Everyone is welcome to attend.

On Friday, Oct. 10, a Celebration of Life was held at the hall for Betty Hadwin, who passed away suddenly on Oct. 5 at the age of 72.

Our sympathy and prayers go out to her husband, Frank Hadwin, their three daughters and their families, several other relatives and several close friends.

She was a very kind and loving person and also a very active member of both Botha and Gadsby areas.

She will be truly missed.

The next seniors’ meeting will be held on Monday, Nov. 3 starting at 12 noon.

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The wee one will be welcomed at home by big sister Dustee. The Borgestrom’s are new to our community, moving earlier this year to the Carlgren acreage near Endiang.

The Albert Pratt farm sale is set for Oct. 18 at the former Joe McCormick farm southwest of Byemoor. The sale features farm machinery, antiques and collectables.

Don and Leona McLearn of Armstrong, B.C. were recent guests with Garnet and Marianne McLearn. The men are brothers.

It’s that time of year again for the re-organization of the 4-H beef clubs and the Byemoor club is no exception with its first meeting held on Tuesday.

The clubs will be weighing their calves in early November. Any new members still wishing to join may contact Tara Schilling at 403-323-0469 for further information.

Ken and Eleanor Schultz hosted many campers in their yard the past two

weekends for wood cutting bees. Many trees were cut and split into firewood for use in the winter months.

The group enjoyed the event along with meals, bonfires and much visiting.

A few local folks attended the wedding of Chelsey Damberger and Todd Murat at Rosalind on Saturday.

Bridesmaids included local girls Dara (Green) Hallett and Nicole (Keith) Devaleriola.

The district has welcomed many duck and goose hunters the past few weeks from various areas. Among the visiting hunters was Dr. Sandy Muir of Armstrong, B.C. on his annual hunt. As usual, he came with many

boxes of B.C. fruit to give away to friends here.

Favourable weather has seen many farmers complete their grain harvest for another year. Reports are that yields were average.

Coming events — Oct. 15 — Flu clinic at the Byemoor School from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Oct. 15 — “Stage Fright� illusion show at the Byemoor hall at 7 p.m. Oct. 19 — Byemoor fall roast beef supper at the Byemoor hall at 4-7 p.m. Oct. 25 — Shirley Campbell’s 80th birthday celebration at the Byemoor hall at 2 p.m.

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From Anka to BNL: Middle schoolers learn history of Canadian rock Joel van der Veen INDEPENDENT REPORTER Stettler Middle School students got a crash course in Canadian rock music history last week courtesy of Whitehorse’s Speed Control.

The three-piece band performed in the gym on the afternoon of Friday, Oct. 10, running through CanCon classics from the 1950s to the 1990s.

Beginning with Paul Anka’s “Diana” and the Guess Who’s “Shakin’ All Over,” the band moved into the 1970s with April Wine’s “She Could Have Been a Lady.”

As the band led into Rush’s “Tom Sawyer,” singer and bassist Jody Peters gave the students a quick lesson on the band, lauding the size of Neil Peart’s drum kit and explaining progressive rock as “20-minute songs that no one can understand.”

The band finished its retrospective with the Barena-

ked Ladies’ “One Week,” with Peters and his brother, guitarist and singer Graeme Peters, delivering the song’s rapid-fire lyrics.

In between songs, band members exchanged quips and trivia, and quizzed the school’s staff and students on rock history. They closed their show with their own song, “Tent City,” the final track on their most recent album, F.A.B., released in 2012.

The show was wellreceived by students and teachers alike, including Eric Rahn, the band teacher for both the middle school and William E. Hay Composite High School.

“That was an awesome way to present the history of Canadian rock,” said Rahn. “A lot of kids were really pumped about their story, about how they got into music and how they love doing it.”

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From left, Jody Peters, Graeme Peters and Ian March, of the band Speed Control, perform in the gymnasium of Stettler Middle School on Friday, Oct. 10. performing at schools during the day and playing its own material at bars, festivals and other venues on evenings and weekends.

The band also operates rock camps during the summer, often in remote communities. The Peters brothers, both former schoolteachers, said that playing in schools allows

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“We like music too much not to do it,” said Jody, “so, we found a way to do both.”

Their path thus far has been a bumpy one at times.

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The band has played for schools over the past three years, and Jody said that while younger students are easier to entertain — “kids love to scream” — older kids are harder to engage, since they’re often more concerned about what their peers will think if they see them enjoying the show.

“That’s my goal,” said Jody. “When I see them, I’m like, ‘I’m gonna get you. I’m gonna make you laugh.’”

“Usually,” said Graeme, “by the end we can win them over.”

For more information on the band — including their forthcoming album, due to be released this fall — visit speedcontrol.com.

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An almost century old bazaar reopens An excerpt from the Big Knife to the Battle history book: “One interesting thing they (Gadsby Omega Circle ladies) did was hold a handkerchief bazaar”. “The first bazaar was held November, 1920. The whole community helped contribute to it and it was very successful.” “In 1928 the Circle decided they should have their bazaar earlier in the fall, before the weather got cold”. “The last Saturday in October became the day for the annual Omega Circle Bazaar!”

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Congratulations to our local award winners from Stettler Middle School: Brooke Glasier, Rebecca Bridge, Shayna Brower, Keyonna Derr, Sadie Diegel, and Megan Kobi.

The Big Knife 4H Beef Club held its organizational meeting for the 2014/15 year with a new executive: Leader Denise Jacobson, president, Shayla Derr, vice president Junae Ventnor, treasurer Tori Brower, parliamentarian Kassandra Diegel; historians Rylee Jacobson, Kathryn Dolliver, Mckenzie Hankins; club reporter Keyonna Derr; lunch committee Jasmin Diegel and Tyson Brower; phone committee Bridget Skocdopole and Chase Dolliver.

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“Keep Your Eye on Donalda” “Keep your eye on Donalda” was a statement in the Wetaskiwin Times newspaper from April, 1911. That was several months before the Village was incorporated.

Donalda was located on the CalgaryVegreville line of the Canadian Northern Railway. In April 1911 it was reported Donalda that “has the largest country to draw from of any town within a radius of 100 miles.” A bit of hyperbole perhaps but by all accounts Donalda was the centre of a very fertile farming district. As early as 1907 (long before Donalda was established) it was reported in the Wetaskiwin Times that the harvest was good that fall.

Wheat averaged 20 to 25 bushels per acre, oats 40 to 60 bushels per acre.

By 1911 coal was being mined within half a mile of the Village from the rich strata in the Meeting Creek Coulee – a boon to settlers for their stoves and the railway for its trains.

There were three general stores, two lumber yards, a hardware store, three implement houses, a harness shop, and a drug store – all before the village was incorporated. There was a need, the newspaper stated, for a grist mill, barber shop, newspaper and doctor.

Most essential was a boarding house and

by April, 1911 a 40-room three-storey ho-

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BY KEN FAVRHOLDT 403-883-2100 tel was being erected, the location of the present museum. The bar had room for 115 patrons. This hotel stood until it burned down in 1970 with the loss of one life.

Another smaller hotel fronting the railway burnt down in the summer of 1919; it was rebuilt and opened in the spring of 1920 by a new proprietor, Chris Jensen.

Meals were 40 cents. J. W. Murphy’s hall was also lost in the same fire but he rebuilt a new hall on Main Street designed as a movie theatre. The first movie shown was “The Blinding Trail,” a drama starring Monroe Salisbury.

Happy Birthday this week to: Arynn Kathleen Sideritsch, Elizabeth Marshall, Hayley Anderson, Nicole Sideitsch, Leah Erickson, Anna Bailey, Colin Walker, Heather Blouin, Ken Norman, Linda Rider, Tracee Vikse, Chase Sutton, Kyle Charles, Randy Shepherd, Jesse Vikse, and Maisie Burlock.

Big Valley will feature the largest tool museum in Canada Linda Stillinger BIG VALLEY BULLETIN It has been very exciting to watch as the Big Valley Historical Society’s new Tool Museum begins to become a reality. They have been hard at work pouring the foundations and floors in preparation for their building. We all hope the weather continues to cooperate so they can assemble the building’s shell and work on their displays all winter. They hope to have everything far enough along to start opening up to the public by next summer. For those who have not had the privilege to see inside Rod Miller’s workshop, it is almost impossible to fathom the sheer number of tools that will find their home in this new building. Rod has estimated there are about 10,000 individual tools but it would seem the number far exceeds this. This museum will be the largest museum display of antique tools in Canada. There is still a lot of work ahead, but it is marvelous to see things finally happening.

The Big Valley United

Church will be hosting its annual Fall Supper this coming Sunday, Oct. 19 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at the Big Valley Community Hall. Come on out and join them for a scrumptious turkey dinner with all the trimmings and of course a lot of great camaraderie.

The Big Valley 4-H Beef Club will be holding their first meeting of this new season on Wednesday, Oct. 29 at 7 p.m. at the Big Valley Arena. For more information please call Cheryl at 403-740-2813.

Registration and warm up for the Big Valley Inn Pool League will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 22 at 7 p.m.

The Friends of the Big Valley Library is holding a board meeting at the Library on Thursday, Oct. 23 at 1 p.m.

Remember to mark your calendars for the annual flu clinic on Wednesday, Oct. 22 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Big Valley Drop-in Centre.

The Big Valley Library has launched its fall programming schedule this

month. The first meeting of the Sit n’ Stitch group took place this past Saturday, Oct. 11. New members are always welcome.

Anyone interested in gaining fresh landscaping ideas or sharing their horticultural expertise is invited to join the library’s Garden Club, which will meet on Monday, Oct. 20 at 7 p.m.

The goal of this club is to share knowledge as we endeavour to beautify our own outdoor spaces. For a fun night out, teens and adults are invited to Game Night on Friday, Oct. 24 at 7 p.m.

Ladies’ Night has been changed from Wednesday evenings to Tuesdays, with the first meeting of the season at 7 p.m. on Oct. 28 and the Ladies’ Book Club will be meeting on 10 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 31.

Don’t forget to book your table for the annual Big Valley Christmas Craft Show and Sale. This popular event is slated for Saturday, Nov. 15 at the Big Valley Community Hall.

For more information or to book a table please call Andrea at 403-876-2064.

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Wildcats win comfortably in Ponoka Mustafa Eric INDEPENDENT EDITOR Stettler Wildcats traveled to Ponoka to face off with Broncs on Thursday, Oct. 9 for the last regular season game, and dominating the field throughout, returned home with an impressive 35-0 win.

The first quarter saw the Broncs defense hold off the initial advances of the visiting Wildcats, even forcing a few turnovers, but two minutes from the end of the quarter, Stettler’s Austin Rosland scored the first touch down and with the successful conversion Stettler boys took a 7-0 lead.

The beginning of the second quarter saw some revived attempts by the hosts but a second touchdown again by Rosland drowned the enthusiasm of the hosts leading to a complete domination on the field by the visitors. The first half ended 14-0 for the Widlcats.

Throughout the second half, a better-coordinated and more efficiently organized Wildcats team main-

tained possession without giving many chances to Broncs.

And that brought about an explosion of speed, talent and athleticism by Kyle Lawrence, who scored all three touchdowns in the second half for the Stettler side.

Head coach Norbert Baharally, clearly ecstatic with the result said it was good to see both defense and special teams being able to score touchdowns.

“I think it went very well, we put together some nice drives and we were able to finish the drives,” Baharally said.

“When you have good balance of defense, offense and special teams, hopefully good things are going to happen,” he added.

With Wildcats having placed third at the end of the regular season and the Broncs sixth, the two teams will play against each other again on Wednesday, Oct. 15 at 4 p.m. in Stettler.

Wildcats will also be running a concession in support of the team during the game.

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Photo by Dave Morris

Kyle Lawrence scores his second, Wildcats’ fourth touchdown in a flying dash to the red zone of the Broncs during the last regular game of the season in Ponoka on Thursday, Oct.9.

Lightning victorious on the road Stacey Lavallie INDEPENDENT REPORTER Coming off a week of straight losses, the Lightning needed a few wins to recover their verve, and found them in Mountain View and Banff with wins of 4-1 and 8-2, respectively.

The action started in Didsbury on Saturday, Oct. 11, where the Lightning kept the puck out of their own net for the first two periods.

“We thought they were a bit of a free-wheeling team,” General Manager and Head Coach Doug Smith said.

“We saw they had scored a lot of goals but they’d also given up a lot.”

With that in mind, the team played a strong defensive line, shutting down the Mountainview Colts, while keeping its offensive line on the go.

Jake Bottomley opened

the game for Stettler, slipping the puck past the Colts’ netminder with just less than eight minutes gone into the first. It was followed less than a minute later by a goal by assistant captain Adam Ternes.

The Lightning continued to strike, with the third goal coming a minute into the second period, this time at the hands of Dylan Houston.

“Sticking to the plan helped,” Smith said, saying that the team did a lot of checking that kept the Colts in their paddock.

It wasn’t until the third period that the Colts broke free, getting a goal past netminder Simon Thieleman.

However, it was the only one Thieleman let past, and after another goal by Ternes, the game came to a successful 4-1 end for Stettler.

The weekend wasn’t done, so the boys travelled to Banff

to compete against the Banff Bears on Sunday, Oct. 12.

It was another moralebuilding trouncing handed out by the Lightning, as the team again kept the Bears from scoring until the third period.

“Banff was another team that scored points, but gave up a lot too, so the formula was the same,” Smith said.

The first period came to a close with neither team scoring, but the Lightning burst onto the ice on the second period and started pummelling the Bears’ goalie.

About a minute-and-a-half into the second, Bottomley scored, followed about four minutes later by Mark Dietz, the team’s Captain. Bottomley returned to haunt the Bears’ netminder, scoring again, before Michael Neumeier scored the last goal of the second, again for Stettler.

Banff got the jump on the Lightning in the third, scoring its first goal about four minutes into the third, but the Lightning answered with a goal from Dylan Houston on a powerplay about three minutes later.

Taking advantage of numbers after Matt Johannson ended up in the penalty box for high sticking, the Bears’ scored its last goal of the game against Jordan McCallum – which was answered by two shorthanded goals from Reese Anheliger and Brendan Polson.

Houston sent home the last goal of the night, closing the rink down 8-2.

Stettler next plays in Ponoka on Wednesday, Oct. 15, and then in Red Deer on Saturday, Oct. 18. On Oct. 19, the Lightning come back to home ice for a Sunday matinee game, starting at 3:30 p.m.

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Students impress at Castor cross-country meet enth.

Grade 7 girls: Taylor Kobi, eighth.

Grade 7 boys: Ryan Shirley, second; Wil Brennan, fourth.

Grade 8 girls: Tori Brower, first; Reece Frank, second; Kassy Diegel, fourth; Sydney Reinbold, sixth; Rachel Dietrich, tenth.

Grade 8 boys: Greyson Loshny, first; Delaney Anderson, second; Jordan Burkard, third; Jordan Gallard, sixth.

Erskine students compete Erskine School students also competed in Thursday’s meet with admirable results, including several first-place finishes.

A total of 13 students from Erskine took part. Following are the students who placed in the top 10 in their

respective categories.

Grade 6 girls: Ave Lee, first; Alandra Couch, second.

Grade 6 boys: Marcus Laisnez, fifth; Zac Bryson, uct er A ion

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Forty young runners from Stettler Middle School made a skillful showing at a cross-country meet last week in Castor.

Twenty-four girls and 16 boys from grades 6 to 8 took part in the CARA meet at Theresetta Catholic School on Thursday, Oct. 9, with several ranking in the top 10 for their respective categories.

Vice-principal Jeff Lee said that although the number of students involved has declined from previous years, he was pleased with the results.

He applauded the achievements of students like Grade 6’s Sidney Kobi, who placed fourth for her grade despite having a late

start to her run.

Students at Stettler Middle School take part in cross-country running in their physical education classes, as well as in a club that meets after school.

“The kids have been working really hard in gym class and after school,” said Lee. The school’s cross-country coaches are Brett Nixon, Stefan Olafson and Karen Hataley.

Following are the results for the Stettler students who placed in the top 10 in their categories in Thursday’s meet.

Grade 6 girls: Sidney Kobi, fourth; Alearra Day Chief, eighth; Kara Wahlund, ninth.

Grade 6 boys: Shay Anderson, first; Tyler Burkard, sixth; Randon Ross, sev-

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Grade 7 girls: Avery Chick, first.

Grade 7 boys: Isaac Lee, first; Connor Robertson, tenth.

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Grade 9 boys: Isaac Nibourg, first.

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Friday, October 24, 2014

CALF SALE

Advance listings: – 60 Angus cross Limousin calves - Al McMillan – 70 Red Angus cross Maine calves - D. Stoneman – 35 Red Angus cross Simmental calves - Stulberg Farms – 75 Charolais calves - L. Norlie – 200 Charolais cross calves - D. Wilkie – 35 Charolais cross calves - C. Strandquist – 60 Charolais cross calves - C. Cassidy

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Roller derby club seeks winter home Joel van der Veen INDEPENDENT REPORTER Mustafa Eric /Independent editor

Goal #6 - Bradley Dads scores the penultimate goal of the game for Stettler Midget C team during their preseason game on Saturday, Oct.11 at the Ponoka recreation complex.

Stettler Midgets start well Mustafa Eric INDEPENDENT EDITOR Two Midget teams from Stettler faced off with Ponoka opponents over the weekend in one league and one preseason game, with the host Ponoka teams putting up a great effort but failing to win over the visitors.

In the league game on Friday, Oct 10, Stettler’s Legion Storm Blue tied 3-3 with Ponoka’s Fountain Tire Midget A Wolves in the competition of two wellmatched squads.

The first period of the game started with both teams trying to impose their pace on the opponent but it was the hosts who opened scoring through Tyson Matejka halfway through the period. The scoreboard stood at 1-0 for the Ponoka side at the end of the first 20 minutes.

The visitors stepped up their game in the second with the Storm equalizing through Quade Cassidy in the first minute and taking the lead again with Cassidy 15 minutes later with a short-handed point.

In this period the hosts found it difficult to stop the better skating Stettler team.

The period ended with the 2-1 lead for the Storm.

The third period was marked by a comeback effort by the Wolves who scored in quick succession. Matthew Klimec scored unassisted in the eighth minute and Jarret Henderson repeated the feat in less than 90 seconds, giving the lead to the hosts. But the Storm were not in the mood to give in and Matt Sylvester scored in power-play for the visitors tying the game at 3-3.

The game between Stettler Midget C and Ponoka Midget B on Saturday, Oct.11 turned out to be a much rougher game despite being only a preseason match which saw the visiting Stettler side going home with a 7-1 win.

Although it was the Ponoka side that opened the scoring in the 9th minute of the first period through Braeden Korchinski, after that it was all visitors putting the numbers on the scoreboard until the end of the game. Captain Sreven MacCrea scored twice and so did Ryan Mielke, with Scott Verhoeven, Ryland Stefanik and Bradley Dads adding one each to the tally.

Winter is on its way, but roller derby enthusiasts in Stettler and area hope they won’t have to spend the season in hibernation.

The Heartland Rollergirls Association (HRGA) is looking for a facility that would allow its skaters to keep practising and holding meets during the winter months.

League president and skater Judy-Lyn Sylvester said the association found out this summer that they wouldn’t be able to continue using their usual home, the Stettler Agriplex, as it will be used for horseback riding this winter.

“We’ve been looking for an alternative arena, but we haven’t been able to find one,” said Sylvester, who skates under the name Muffy Merkin.

The HRGA is partnered with the Central Alberta Roller Derby Association (CARDA), where they compete as the Pummel Marys, facing off against teams from Red Deer and Wetaskiwin.

The association would normally operate throughout the year, but without a winter home they will have to adapt to a shorter season.

Sylvester said it would

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Jammer Judy-Lyn Sylvester (Muffy Merkin) of the Pummel Marys clears the pack on a scoring lap while picking up speed to make another lap during a recent roller derby competition. also be harder for the league to retain its existing members or to attract new ones without a venue.

The situation also makes it harder to fundraise, as much of the league’s funding comes from hosting matches locally.

Despite these challenges, the association has kept busy. Beginning in September they hosted a five-week training course for beginners, focusing on the basics of skating, rather than roller derby strategy or gameplay.

Group members have kept up their skills by skating outdoors, both on the paths throughout town and the new skate park that was recently completed.

The group has also been active in the community, organizing a highway cleanup last spring and hosting a pancake breakfast during the Kinettes/ IODE rummage sale in September.

As explained on the CARDA website, roller derby is a contact sport played on roller skates, between two teams with up to 14 players each on an oval track.

The competition is made up of short “jams.” Each team has one jammer, to score points, and four blockers, who try to block the other team’s jammer.

Points are scored when the jammer passes the hips of opposing players.

Sylvester said that to join the derby, skaters must pass a skills test, and it can sometimes take from one to three months before they’re ready to compete.

Derby enthusiasts refer to this as the “fresh meat” period.

The HRGA has been active for three years; Sylvester said they had about seven skaters on the roster last year and were able to borrow skaters from their sister leagues.

She herself had been interested in roller derby and learned about the local league from an ad. Sylvester said the camaraderie of the team was a major part of the appeal to her.

“They’re very supportive people,” she said. “I’ve never met a more supportive network of people, to fall back on if you need it.”

Roller derby also offers physical benefits. Sylvester said that although the bodychecking back and forth can be brutal, it’s exciting for players to be allowed to give — and take — that punishment.

“It’s very empowering,” she explained. “As women, we get to go out and be physical, and it’s OK.” According to a Facebook post, the group is looking for an area that can house a track that is 53 feet by 88 feet in size, plus a buffer zone of about 10 feet between the track and the walls. The surface would need to be “skateable” — that is, flat and smooth, like sealed hardwood or concrete.

Sylvester said anyone interested in getting involved may contact any roller derby member, visit the Facebook page or check out heartlandrollergirls.com.

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Long years of service for Elks recognized Halkirk Herald ROSE KOENRAADT & DOROTHY ANDERSON 403-884-2237/403-742-4494 joined the Elks and guests to a lasagna supper prior to the meeting.

Twenty four students from Mother Teresa ran in CARA cross country races held at Teresetta on Thursday. Eight students out of 16 eligible from grades 6 through 9 qualified and will be able to take part in CWAJHAA scheduled for Friday, Oct. 17 in Lacombe. Devon Johnson placed second and was given a t-shirt with Kiara Gamroth, Trey MacGilivray, Abby and Bailey Musgrove, Brooklyn and Logan Perry and Eric William all placing in the top 10 in their grade categories and winning ribbons. Eight students from grade 4 and 5 did a fun run. Ms. Sherri Beier is the Phys Ed teacher and their coach.

Both volleyball teams played excellent games against Brownfield on Wednesday after school.

For the first time in many years, Halkirk seniors are being asked to go to Castor for their flu shot.

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Group picture: left to right – back row – DD Bill Smille, Dale Kent, Dan Fowler, Terry Vockeroth, Mary Stewart, Charles Muncy, John deMos, Tony Nibourg, Matt Koenraadt and Jacquie Dietrich. Front row – Lowell Berry, Doug Duke, Stan Anderson and Dennis Cordel.

Congratulations to Justin and Renee Fowler on the birth of a baby girl, Grace Marie, born on Oct. 8 in Red Deer. Proud grandparents are Dan and Clara Fowler.

Our senior floor curling teams were at the Hub in Stettler on Thursday.

Team players were Jacquie Dietrich with Wendy Ashbacher, Dennis and Katie Turre; Anne Neilson with Olga Cox, Elizabeth Raher and Francine Hanson who placed third in their pool.

Darrel and Wendy Ashbacher attended the wedding of Darrels niece on the Oct. 4 weekend in Cranbrook, BC. Fire prevention week was Oct 6-11, the Halkirk fire department took the fire truck to the school so the students could get a better understanding of how a fire truck works Coming up: Oct. 16 – regular bingo at the hall at 7:30; Oct. 18 – Last chance for tickets to the Elks Oyster fry and white elephant sale.

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Receiving five-year pins were Jacquie Dietrich, Matt Koenraadt, and Mary Stewart. 10-year pins were presented to Charles Muncy and Terry Vockeroth, with John deMos receiving his 15-year pin and Tony Nibourg his 20-year pin. Dennis Cordel, Dan Fowler and Dale Kent were presented with their service pin for 35 years. Stan Anderson, Lowell Berry and Doug Duke each received pins for 50 years of service. Congratulations to our active lodge and its members for their service to our community.

Rae-Anne Cordel, on behalf of the Ladies of the Heartland riders presented the Elks with a pictorial plaque thanking them for their support.

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PEKRUL Clinton Daryl March 14, 1925 - October 2, 2014 At the age of 89 years, our kind, gentle, humble Clint died in his sleep, leaving this earth to be reunited with departed loved ones.

Born in Loverna, Saskatchewan, his early years were enjoyed at his family’s mixed farm, near Compeer, where he adopted his parent’s extreme work ethic. He was a dedicated pupil and inspired handyman with dubious success.

Following a brief courtship, Clint was captured by Mary Bernice Orchison. They married November 1, 1945. His trucking career commenced upon moving to Vancouver, British Columbia. Aversion to city life propelled them to Stettler in 1949, accompanied by their first child LaVerne, with the addition of second daughter, Donna; in 1956 a son Gordon arrived. They graduated from the converted street car to newly build home in 1954; where they resided in that house until Bernice’s death in 2005 and Clint’s transfer to Points West Living in August of 2014.

In 1981 Clint was honored as Alberta Trucking Association’s Truck Driver of the year, recognizing 32 years in the profession. In 1982, he received their Million Mile Honor Award for courteous, accident free driving.

Clint is predeceased by his parents Albert and Minnie, his uncle Adolf Pekrul, daughter LaVerne and grandson Christopher. He is survived by daughter Donna and son Gordon (Linda); grandchildren: Colin (Jennifer), Michael (Liana) and Melanie; great grandchildren: Emily, Austin and Greyson; plus his favorite, furry felines; Agnes Orchison a long time cherished friend; many relatives and cherished friends.

And when we saw you sleeping so peaceful and free from pain, we could not wish you back to suffer that again.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at 1:00 PM at the Heartland Chapel of Stettler Funeral Home & Crematorium with Rev. Barbara Lieurance officiating. Musician Elaine Hennel played for Evelyn Shursen as she sang “I Was There To Hear Your Borning Cry” as well as for the hymns and prelude music. Granddaughter in law Jennifer presented tributes written by Donna and Gordon. Clinton was laid to rest in the Lake View Cemetery with Honorary Pallbearers as Kendall Bignell, Stan Wesner, Ted and Viola Wettlaufer, his trucker friends and Pallbearers as Gordon Pekrul, Colin Pekrul, Michael Pekrul, Melanie Pekrul, Wayne Carstairs and David Carstairs. Family and friends gathered in the Heartland Reception Centre for a time of fellowship and a luncheon served by Teresa’s Catering. Memorial donations may be made to Alberta Mental Health, Points West Living Cottage D or a charity of your own choice.

Condolences may be viewed or sent to the family at www.stettlerfuneralhome.com STETTLER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM entrusted with the care and funeral arrangements.

HAEBERLE 1922 - 2014 Mr. Roy Edward Haeberle of Halkirk, Alberta, passed away at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre on Saturday, October 4, 2014 at the age of 92 years.

Roy is survived by one brother Jack (Shirley) Haeberle, one sister Beth Thibault, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and family members. He was predeceased by his parents; three brothers and four sisters.

In following with Roy’s wishes, no formal service will be held and a private family interment service will take place at a later date.

Memorial donations in Roy’s honor may be made directly to the Halkirk Cemetery Fund, c/o The Village of Halkirk (Cemetery Fund), Box 126, Halkirk, AB T0C 1M0. Condolences to Roy’s family may be emailed to meaningfulmemorials@yahoo.ca MEANINGFUL MEMORIALS Funeral Service Red Deer 587-876-4944 The Stettler

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B Pressure Welder Top wages and benefits plan offered to successful candidate To arrange job test and interview, please email resumés to n_thorsteinson@prismcorp.net Truckers/ Drivers

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Arnett & Burgess Oilfield Construction Limited A&B is a committed employer to the communities where we operate Over 55 years strong, Arnett & Burgess Oilfield Construction Limited (A&B), safely provides quality pipeline construction, facility installation, custom fabrication, pipeline integrity, maintenance and related construction services to the energy industry.

Yard Hand/Hotshot Driver Scope of Job

• Must consistently check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.

Also responsible for routine truck services.

• Safely and efficiently load, unload and transport job materials to and from job site • Driver must also properly maintain log books of working hours and vehicle service. Consistent communication is key between the driver and supervisors to ensure efficient transport.

• Help prepare materials for upcoming jobs • Responsible for day-to-day shop housekeeping to ensure maximum shop efficiency and productivity.

• Snow removal around yard as needed.

Qualifications • • • •

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a clean abstract.

NSC driving experience is preferred.

Standard First Aid and H2S Alive safety tickets are an asset A team player with excellent attention to detail, a strong work ethic and oral communication skills.

• All employees are required to undergo and pass a Drug & Alcohol screening as condition of employment.

Location: Bashaw, AB

Hours: Full-Time. Overtime.

Compensation: Competitive Wage Benefits

Duration of Work: Permanent

To submit your resume and learn more about these positions and other career opportunities please contact Human Resources:

Email: HR@ABPIPELINERS.COM | Phone: 780.384.4050 Fax 780.384.2402 | WWW.ABPIPELINERS.COM

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Trades

850

SHUNDA CONSTRUCTION Requires Full Time

Equipment Operator/Truck Driver

Q Endorsement preferred.

Competitive Wages & Benefits.

Fax resumes & ref’s to: 403-343-1248 or email to: admin@shunda.ca

Truckers/ Drivers

860

CLASS 3 DRIVERS w/airbrake endorsement needed immed. for waste & recycling. Email resume with a min. of 2 references to: canpak@xplornet.ca ROADEX SERVICES requires O/O 3/4 tons, 1 tons and 3 tons for our RV division and O/O Semis and drivers for our RV and general freight deck division. Paid by direct deposit, benefits and company fuel cards.

Border crossing required with valid passport and clean criminal record.

1-800-867-6233; www.roadexservices.com.

Business Opportunities

870

GET FREE VENDING MACHINES. Can earn $100,000. + per year. All cash-retire in just 3 years. Protected territories.

Full details call now 1-866-668-6629. Website: www.tcvend.com.

THE DISABILITY TAX CREDIT. $1,500 yearly tax credit. $15,000 lump sum refund (on average). Covers: hip/knee replacements, arthritic joints, COPD. Apply today!

1-844-453-5372.

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SWAMPERS F/T needed immediately for a fast growing waste & recycling company.

Heavy lifting involved (driver’s helper) position.

Reliability essential. Own transportation required.

Please email resumes to canpak@xplornet.ca

Employment Training

DO YOUR PART

RECYCLE

YOUR

880

This 3 day per week position requires a person with excellent management and leadership skills. The individual would have strong communication skills and the ability to work with the public, volunteers and diverse groups/ situations. Computer skills (work processing) are required as part of this position. An interest in history and/or previous training in Museum Studies would be assets. Resumes can be sent to Donalda & District Museum Society, Attention Chair D. Tantrum P.O. Box 179, Donalda, AB T0B 1H0 or email: ctp1867@icloud.com

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Floor Covering Installers and Tilesetters needed

for Jensen Contract Flooring, Big Valley, AB Starting wages: $28.85/hr - Floor Covering Installers $24.75/hr - Tilesetters 40-50 hours per week

900

Donalda & District Museum requires a Museum Manager

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

PAPER!

MEDICAL BILLING TRAINEES NEEDED! Learn to process & submit billing claims for hospitals and doctors!

No experience needed!

Local training gets you ready to work!

1-888-627-0297.

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Meat Cutter Full time opportunities with a long standing local company located12345 in Salmon Arm, BC, on the beautiful Shuswap Lake. Candidates should be experienced Meat Cutters who would like to grow and advance their careers with Askew’s Foods.

Visit our website at Askewsfoods.com for details on this position.

Applicants should have a minimum of 3 years of work experience or have a valid trade certification.

Please send qualified resumes only to jensenjobs@email.com or fax to 403-876-2554

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STETTLER TRANSIT MIX Redi-Mix LookingCompany to hire requires

Full Time

Mixer Driver to

IMMEDIATE TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT AT HALKIRK MANUFACTURING FACILITY LOOKING FOR: • CARPENTERS • APPRENTICES • LABOURERS • IRON WORKERS • CLADDERS

Redi-Mix Concrete Truck Drivers Deliver Concrete PumpConcrete Operator/Truck Driver Requires Class 3 with Air Class 3 with air,and willing Come see ustoat:train right candidate 4202 - 46 Ave., Stettler

If interested please forward your resume to

stettlertransitmix@gmail.com or call 403-742-2134

info@cdnhumaliteintl.com

880

START IMMEDIATELY! Working towards a January 1, 2015 deadline.

Employment Training

900

OVERHEAD DOOR TECH • Experience in residential & commercial installation & service

OVERHEAD DOOR ASST.

• Training will be provided

DOORS ON DEMAND Sales, Service & Installation

For info or to apply call Gerald OR email resume to doorsondemand@hotmail.com

403-963-5000

CHEETAH SANDBLASTING & PAINTING Requires Sandblasters & Painters for inside shop work. entry level $20/hr.

Experienced $30/hr. plus Fax resume to 403-742-3887 or email: vgeorge@telusplanet.net DAIRY equipment supplier looking for GENERAL LABORERS For our parts & service dept.

Competitive wages and benefits package. E-mail resume:joel@prolineinc.ca INTERESTED IN THE COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER BUSINESS? Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. FREE. Visit: awna.com/for-job-seekers.

SHRUMS MEATS HIRING MEAT WRAPPER / KILL FLOOR. Phone 1-403-742-1427 or fax 403-742-1429

We have a passion for the possible.

Want your career to have a meaningful impact on people’s lives?

To know your ideas and initiatives are helping transform communities and build futures? The Government of Alberta offers you an opportunity to play an active role in shaping our province—making it an even better place to live and work. Discover how working for the Government of Alberta can work for you.

14102DG1 Career and Employment Consultant

Alberta Human Services, Stettler. Our office is searching for a positive and extremely capable team member to contribute to our office and communities.

We seek to create a helpful, committed and knowledgeable atmosphere not only for the public but also for our team. This position will be part of an integrated team that works interdependently. Your goal is to help build Alberta’s workforce by assisting Albertan clients to get back to work as well as helping to build our young Aboriginal workforce. Using your interviewing and assessment skills, you will be assisting Albertans to make informed choices regarding employment and training to increase their employability which will ultimately contribute to their economic and social well-being. You will accomplish this by providing advice and support related to career planning and training options, finances, labour market information, income support and community resources. This is a temporary position until March 31, 2015 with a good possibility of extension. Job ID #1026978 Visit jobs.alberta.ca to learn more about this opportunity, to apply online or to find out more information about the Government of Alberta.

SO007488 6ERMILION s ,LOYDMINSTER Apply to Lakeland College in person or online during Open House & pay NO APPLICATION FEE. www.lakelandcollege.ca/open-house

The right place to find the right person for the job.

403.742.2395

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Advertisers in the showcase section maintain Real Estate offices in Stettler, are members of the Red Deer & District Real Estate Board Co-op Ltd., and all offer full multiple listing services.

Resources for first-time home buyers The housing market has begun to heat up thanks to an economy on the rebound. Few people aspire to rent for life, and home ownership is a dream shared by both natives and immigrants who came to the country seeking a better life.

Each year the National Association of Realtors compiles a profile of buyers and sellers that documents trends in the real estate market. Although the majority of first-time home buyers identify as

white, the next largest group are Hispanics, who account for 11 per cent of the market of first-time home buyers.

The rapidly growing Hispanic population is influencing all areas of modern living, including real estate. Estimates suggest that, between now and 2020, Hispanics, the second largest ethnic group in America, will account for 50 per cent of new home buyers.

Over the last three decades, two of every five

newcomers to the housing market were Hispanic, according to the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals. In addition to needing assistance finding their dream homes, Hispanic buyers also may need help securing loans to finance their upcoming home purchases.

Just this year ezDinero. com launched a multinational online alternate lending solution that helps first-time borrowers connect with top ex-

Candor Realty Ltd.

Ph. 403-742-4424 Fran Karen Darien Snowden Cannady Chapman

4908 - 51 Street

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10 ACRES with 1488 sq. ft. mobile home in mint condition. Beautifully landscaped, stunning gazebo. Many outbuildings, close to town. $399,900.

BI-LEVEL

WHITE SANDS - Private setting.

4 bdrm log home.You are going to have fun on deck or around the fireplace. Listed at $459,000.

NEAT AND CLEAN BI-LEVEL IN PARKDALE. 4011 - 58 St. Freshly painted, 3 bdrms with main floor laundry, a garden area, double garage and room for RV parking. $229,000.

ROCHON SANDS

LOCATION

1700 sq. ft. of living space with 3 bdrms and 2 baths. Basement just waiting to be developed to make this house a home.

Corner lot, fenced yard. $380,000.

RENOS - Have made into a year round lakefront home. Take a look before winter. Call Fran.

Now at $459,900.

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Four bedroom home with double detached garage, located in West Stettler. Ideal starter home that has some nice upgrades but needs some TLC. Close to shopping. Only $195,000.

Locally owned & operated

1.5 STOREY FAMILY HOME. Move mom into the one bedroom suite or can be revenue, paying 1/2 the mortgage. Close to schools and downtown. $399,900.

SCENIC SANDS

Large 4 bdrm home made for a large family. Small town living in the village of Botha. Close to school and lots of space. $229,000.

LOOKING FOR YEAR ROUND LUXURY LIVING AT THE LAKE. This totally finished home has outstanding details. Huge kitchen granite countertops, 5 bedrooms & 3 baths. A must see at $599,000.

Visit us at www.century21.ca/candorrealty for more listings

perts who specialize in personal loans. The company works directly with the Spanish-speaking market and serves as a mediator between lenders and borrowers. The service is one of the few reputable online companies that can help firsttime borrowers find financial solutions that meet their exact specifications and connect them with the top lenders in the industry.

Marina H. Gonzales, Director of Public Relations at ezDinero, states that there is a need for

TREVOR LEINWEBER

“Green Acres” is the place to be... and here it is.

403-742-4253 Maxwell Results Realty

7.3 acres to raise the kids and critters on. Cute 3 Bedroom 1.5 Storey house, Garage, Small Barn and NO Neighbors.

Broker

4917 - 50 STREET BOX 932 STETTLER, AB T0C 2L0

ASKING

290,000

$

toward the Hispanic community. The National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals can be an excellent resource for further information, instructing people on how to apply for loans, secure lower interest rates and qualify for loans even if you have a poor or brief credit history.

Hispanics wield more influence in the United States than ever before, and more and more Hispanics are making that influence known in the real estate market.

Erskine

JUST MOVE IN!

Whoa! You acreage hunters must see this one!

Gleaming hardwood flooring welcomes you as you walk in the door. The very inviting kitchen has new cupboards and patio doors to the park like fenced back yard. Basement is finished with 3rd bedroom, rec room and 1/2 bath. The sun/family room on the main floor is just calling for your plants and easy chair. This is one to consider for you and your family.

Literally. Ready for new owners this cozy home is ready for you and your family. Nice yard and comes with a single garage. This would make a great first or last home or even a rental. Located in the quiet town of Donalda. Make your move today, quick possession is available.

This 7 year old 2000+ Sq ft home is “Done”. Double under drive garage, fully developed walk out basement, Vaulted ceilings, Hickory Cabinets and finishing, 4 Huge bedrooms, 3 full Baths, with the En-suite boasting a huge walk in shower and Bidet, Main floor Laundry, 1000+ sq ft of Decks and an awesome views in almost every direction.

Not to mention that 42 x 52’ Metal Shop with cement Floor you will drive by on the way to this really nice house.

The house has had some recent updates. Most recently new windows, roofing, siding, Furnace & Water heater & a New Well & septic Updates and not too long ago Deck & Garage added. Basement is about 50% completed, So all rooms mentioned that are in the basement are not finished. The acreage comes with a small barn, Well house, Storage Shed and Fenced pasture.

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Donalda 21057 Twp Rd 390 Erskine

this type of bilingual service for the Spanish-speaking audience, which is underserved in the United States. “ezDinero was created with the intent of giving the Spanish-speaking population an opportunity to meet their personal lending needs, especially for first-time borrowers,” Gonzales said.

This alternative lending solution is not the only option available to Hispanics. Some people find success through government assistance and grant programs geared

Here is one you can move into.

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Peace & Quiet? Panoramic view to the West?

Close to Buffalo Lake?

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Business and Services Directory TO ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE HERE CALL CLASSIFIEDS Automotive

1029

1010

Chapman and Co.

GALEN WIEBE

AUTO BODY REPAIR LTD.

Quality Collision Repair and Professional Service‌ Guaranteed!

Professional Accountants LLP

Find out more about us at: www.brennanautobody.com

Guy Chapman, CA Chris Annand, CA Kendra Walgenbach, CA Naomi Roth, CGA

4109 - 48 Avenue, Stettler

P.O. Box 1328 4702- 51 Ave., Stettler Tel: 403-742-3438 e-mail: gchap@gchap.ca

1120

RAILSIDE DESIGN

Business Services #1000 - #1430

Accounting

Drafting & Design

RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL DRAFTING AND DESIGN

“Serving Stettler & area for yearsâ€? • Complete auto body repair & painting

PH: 403-742-4101 FAX: 866-305-5686 galen@railsidedesign.com

Eavestroughing

1130

5�Continuous Eaves “Gutter Clean� Leaf Protection

1054 Call Barry Harvey

403-742-8838 *27 years experience*

TEL: 403-742-6277

Certified General Accountants

No. 5. 4707 - 42 Street Stettler, AB

&

4814 - 49 Street, Stettler

403-742-5520 403-882-3740 (Castor)

Ph:403-742-5979 Fax:403-742-3656 Box 1595, 4907 - 50 Street, tree ee et, t, et Stettler AB AB info@leschert.net

G K D P

Gitzel Krejci Dand Peterson CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS

4912 - 51 Street P.O. Box 460, Stettler, Alberta

403-742-4431 Toll free 1-877-742-4431 e-mail: gkdpca@gkdpca.com website:

www.gkdpca.com

Contractors

1100

1210

Health Care

DR. D.G. BECKLUND Chiropractor -Gitzel Krejci Building

4912 - 51 Street Stettler, AB Open Mon. - Sat.

Bus.: 403-742-2553 Res.: 403-742-0370

Dr. E. LYNES Chiropractor

(Beside A & W)

1210

PERFORMANCE

“Keeping people in Motion...�

403-742-4533

403-742-5810 or 403-742-6443

Stettler Eye Care Dr. R. TROY NELSON Comprehensive eye health and vision exams Top quality frames, lenses and contacts Treatment of eye disease, injuries and surgical co-management

Phone 403-742-2683 New patients welcome Electrical

1150

4806 - 51 Ave., Stettler, AB 403-742-EARS(3277) Open Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

(Closed over lunch & on holidays)

Landscaping

JNB

-Residential -Commercial -Farm Buildings -Renovations

Buzz Andersen Serving Stettler area over 35 years

403-742-1330 Drafting & Design

“If It’s Electrical We Do It�

All types of Electrical Installation & Maintenance

403-742-5111 Serving Stettler & Area since 1978

Hauck Optometry & Hearing 5014 - 50 St., Stettler 403-742-4504

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Services

1290

1120 1193

Phone: 403-742-6612 Cell: 780-935-0540 Email: mstahlberg@shaw.ca

LANDMAN REULE LAW OFFICE Lori R. Reule LL. B.

Stettler Professional Building 4819 51 Street

Tell them Danny Hooper sent you

Legal Services

1260

1330

Plumbing & Heating

CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon.

U.S. travel waiver.

Divorce? Simple. Fast.

Inexpensive. Debt recovery?

Alberta collection to $25,000. Calgary 403-228-1300 or 1-800-347-2540.

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• Complete Plumbing & Heating Services • Commercial and Residential • Water Conditioning & Pumps • 24 Hour Service Service Wise - We Specialize

Stettler

403-742-5237

Ph.

403-742-3411

LAW OFFICE

Too Small

JOE HEEMSKERK, owner

403-742-7795 Box 1919, Stettler, AB

1290

Mobile: 403-741-8715 OfďŹ ce: 403-742-0030 Email: Tyler@sovereignsupport.com

sovereignsupport.com

5002 - 51 Ave., Stettler, AB Phone 403-742-2529 Fax 403-742-2522 ourlaw2@telus.net

Gary G. Grant Law Office 4910 - 51 Street Stettler, AB T0C 2L0

Phone: 403-742-4437

BRYON D. BALTIMORE of McCuaig Desrochers

BOBCAT SERVICES INC.

Locally owned and operated in the Stettler area.

Brenda Anderson, B.Comm., LL.B.

Barristers and Solicitors Advocates 2401 Toronto Dominion Sq. Edmonton Centre Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2Z1 Telephone: 780-426-4660 Fax: 780-426-0982

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RURAL WATER TREATMENT (Province Wide)

House Plan Design Small Commercial Furnace Cleaning Shop Drawings As Builts erg Stettler Furnace ahlvbice t S a r Cleaning onik g Se

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• Landscaping & Excavating • Deck & Post Holes No Job

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ANDERSON

One block East of Scotia Bank

4607 - 59 St., Stettler

Legal Services

403-309-3300 1-877-223-3311

• Computer Repair, Training, Network Installations & other IT related services.

4719 - 49 St. Stettler, Alberta

Physiotherapy, Acupuncture & Massage

Thorogood Pinches

LTD.

403-742-2520

FINISHING TOUCH Health EXTERIORS LTD. Care

www.numeratax.com

C.R. GLASS

• Residential • Commercial • Automotive Needs

4606 - 40 St., Stettler

403-742-3141

• Locks repinned & installed • Windshields repaired & installed • Residential & Commercial Windows & Doors • All your glass & screen needs Main St., Stettler Emergency 403-742-2665 403-742-3628

Randy Long

Phone 403-742-2869

4819 - 51 Street Stettler, AB

HEARTLAND GLASS

“Your Service Specialists�

Call Curt or Rob

Cabinet Makers

1196

5004 - 48 AVE., STETTLER

Phone: 403-742-3555

JT AUTO BODY LTD.

Glass Shops

today

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View our 29 patented and patent pending inventions online at

403-742-3418

www.1800bigiron.com

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403-742-3007

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CERTIFIED GRIEF COACH. Booking appointments.

I offer one-on-one or telephone services, and workshops. For information call 403-546-7040.

403.742.2395 are

up

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DATING SERVICE. Long-term/short-term relationships. Free to try!

1-877-297-9883.

Live intimate conversation, Call #7878 or 1-888-534-6984. Live adult 1on1 Call 1-866-311-9640 or #5015.

Meet local single ladies.

1-877-804-5381. (18+).

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Custom window coverings and more

Bev’s Valances Beverley Plett

bevplett@hotmail.com THREE HILLS

403.443.5192

Fax 403.443.2407 Cell 403.443.06 4

STETTLER

403.742.1965

Home Consultations • Shades & Blinds • Soft Treatments • Fabrics & Hardware

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Buy & Sell #1500 - #1990 Aircraft ..............................1510 Antiques & Art ..................1520 Auctions ............................1530 Bicycles ............................1540 Building Supplies ..............1550 Business Machines ..........1560 Cameras & Accessories ..1570 Children’s Items ................1580 Clothing ............................1590 Computers ........................1600 Concert & Event Tickets ..1610 Equipment - Misc. ............1620 Equipment - Heavy ..........1630 Tools ................................1640 Farmers’ Market & Food Basket......................1650 Firewood ..........................1660 Lumber ............................1670 Garden Supplies ..............1680 Lawn Tractors ..................1690 Health, Dietary, Beauty ....1700 Household Appliances......1710 Household Furnishings ....1720 TV’s, Stereos, VCR’s ........1730 Hot Tubs & Accessories ..1740 Jewellery ..........................1750 Kid’s Deals........................1755 Misc. For Sale ..................1760 Musical Instruments..........1770 Music Lessons..................1780 Piano & Organs ................1790 Office Supplies ................1800 Pets & Supplies ................1810 Pet Services ....................1820 Cats ..................................1830 Dogs ................................1840 Sports Cards ....................1850 Sporting Goods ................1860 Collectors’ Items ..............1870 Swap, Barter & Trade ......1880 Travel Packages ..............1900 Wedding Supplies ............1910 Recycled Products............1920 Wanted to Buy ..................1930 Items to Give Away ..........1940

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AUCTION Sales Wed. @ 6 pm.

Antique sales 1st. Sun. of the month @ 1 pm. Nov. 2 Moose Hall 2 miles south of Ponoka on 2A WE BUY FOR CASH. 403-304-4791 Check website for full listings www.bigstrapperauctions.net

BUD HAYNES & WARD’S FIREARMS & MILITARIA AUCTION. Sat. & Sun., Oct. 25 & 26, 10 a.m., 11802 - 145 St., Edmonton. Over 1200 lots.

Gord Fortner, Estate Walter Ashfield,.

Dr. Ed Hardy, Estate Jim McKinney.

To consign phone 403-347-5855 or 780-451-4549.

Industrial

1530

Firewood

CANADA PLACE FITNESS ASSOCIATION AUCTION 10527 - 106 St., Edmonton.

Saturday, October 25, 10 a.m.

Selling treadmills, cross trainers, steppers, spin and recumbent bikes, selectorized weight equipment, free weights, racks, benches, dumbbells, barbells, lockers, & more.

See www. montgomeryauctions.com.

1-800-371-6963

SPLIT FIREWOOD

HEAVY CRUDE HAULING Surplus Inventory Auction.

Shop equipment, parts, tools.

Saturday, October 25, 6601 - 62 Street, Lloydminster, Alberta.

Stewart Auctions, Vermilion, Alberta.

1-800-269-8580; www.stewartauctions.com.

SEASONED SPLIT FIREWOOD 4.5 kms. West of Stettler Call 403-323-0744

TOY & COLLECTIBLE AUCTION Sunday Oct. 19 10 a.m.

Bowden Lions Hall Bowden A.B. Approx. 200 toys, JD, Massey, Cat, MF, Train sets, Collectibles, Furniture, Celebrity dolls, Coins & Coin sets.

Check web for full listing & pictures Pilgrim Auction Service 403-556-5531 www.pilgrimauction.com

Dried, Shedded, on Pallets Pine & Tamarack Wood Pick up in yard or UFA Bulk Fuel Delivery Available Volume Discounts.

403-876-2422 Distributor for

Blaze King Stoves 403-740-3285 403-742-2647

Serving Stettler for 10 years

Garden Supplies

EVERY WATER WELL on earth should have the patented “Kontinuous Shok� Chlorinator from Big Iron Drilling! Why? Save thousands of lives every year. www.1-800bigiron.com.

Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON.

1550

METAL ROOFING & SIDING. 30+ colours available at over 40 Distributors.

40 year warranty. 48 hour Express Service available at select supporting Distributors.

Call 1-888-263-8254.

STEEL BUILDINGS/ METAL BUILDINGS 60% off!

20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100, sell for balance owed!

Call 1-800-457-2206; www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

1760

A-STEEL SHIPPING Dry Storage Containers.

Used 40’ & 40’ Seacans high cube & insulated containers 40’-53’ long.

Specials in stock now.

Self unloading delivery.

Phone toll free 1-866-528-7108; www.rtccontainer.com.

WHEATLAND AUCTIONS Heavy Duty Truck Repair Dispersal Oct.18th in Strathmore, Alberta.

Gun and Sportman’s Auction, Oct. 25th in Cheadle, Alberta.

Phone 403-669-1109; www.wheatlandauctions.com

Building Supplies

1680

BEAUTIFUL SPRUCE TREES. 4 - 6 ft., $35 each.

Machine planting; $10/tree (includes bark mulch and fertilizer). 20 tree minimum order. Delivery fee: $75 - $125/order.

Quality guaranteed.

403-820-0961

Misc. for Sale

SAWMILLS from only $4,397. Make money & save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & dvd: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/ 400OT. 1-800-566-6899 ext. 400OT.

Office Supplies

1800

WHITE 20LB BOND PAPER: 8.5 X 11

10 pkgs. of 500 sheets

3130

Storage Space

1660 Agricultural #2000 - #2290 Farm Equipment ..............2010 Haying Equipment ............2020 Tractors ............................2030 Combines & Headers ......2040 Fertilizer Equipment..........2050 Misc. Farm Machinery ......2060 Equipment Wanted ..........2070 Farm Custom Work ..........2080 Farm Auctions ..................2090 Livestock ..........................2100 Livestock - Exotic..............2110 Sheep ..............................2120 Poultry ..............................2130 Horses ..............................2140 Horse Boarding ................2150 Riding Supplies ................2160 Horse/Stock Trailers ........2170 Pasture Wanted ................2180 Grain, Feed, Hay ..............2190 Seed Grain ......................2200 Seeding & Tillage ............2210

Livestock

2100

THIS WEEK’S EYE SPY WINNER IS Russel McCringle Please come into the Stettler Independent to claim your prize!

Horse/Stock Trailers

2170

HORSE and Stock trailer.

Parts and repairs. Axles, brakes, drums, bearings, spring, rims, fenders, lights, and wiring.

Pick up & delivery avail.

HORSE SHOE TRAILER MFG. AND REPAIR. HALKIRK, ALBERTA 403-884-2173 403-430-0504

Grain, Feed Hay

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 403-742-4271; 403-742-1887 403-742-3214; 403-742-2966 or 403-742-4271

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FRANCHISE FEE INCREASE NOTICE Please be advised that the Village of Alix is proposing to increase the local access fee, which is charged to Fortis Alberta Inc for use of municipal lands for its power lines effective January 2015.

The fee is recovered by Fortis Alberta from its customers as the local municipal access fee on electric billings of all customers that receive electric service in the Village of Alix. This local access fee will be increased from $8.95 (17%) to $10.30 (18%) of the delivery charge of Fortis Alberta, excluding energy related riders. This calculation is based on 625kWh consumption in 30 days.

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DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the following Development Permit Applications have been approved with a variance or as a discretionary use: 1.

No: Legal Description: Municipal Address: Applicant: Proposed Development:

2825-2014 Lot 2 & 3, Block 4, Plan 0227539 4102 & 4106 - 50 Avenue Northstar Trucking Concrete Manufacturing/ Plant

You may appeal this decision by serving written notice of appeal to the Secretary of the Stettler Subdivision & Development Appeal Board, P.O. Box 280, Stettler, Alberta prior to 4:30 p.m. October 29, 2014. For further information, please phone 403-742-8305.

780-672-1035

CELIAC (Gluten Intolerance) Brenda 403-742-3067

COCAINE ANONYMOUS Pager toll-free (20 sec. response time) 1-403-357-6266

COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS SUPPORT GROUP 403-742-2337 (parents who have lost a child[ren])

Questions or concerns should be directed to Bonnie Cretzman, CAO at (403) 403-747-2495.

NOTICE OF TENDER Ducks Unlimited Canada has engaged the services of Royal LePage Network Realty Corp. to sell the following parcels by tender:

GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS 403-742-4059

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PARCEL A: North East Quarter, Section 23, Township 40, Range 20 W4 Excepting thereout all mines and minerals.

Area = 152.72 acres more or less

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NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Hot Line 403-342-1444

STETTLER & AREA ACQUIRED BRAIN INJURY SOCIETY

PARCEL B: Lot 1 Block 1 Plan 1223738 Excepting thereout all mines and minerals Area = 4.99 acres more or less

STETTLER CITIZENS ON PATROL

Tenders in sealed envelopes marked: DU. Tender accompanied by certified cheque made payable to Denton Law Firm In Trust for 5% (five percent) of the amount of tender to be in the hands of Royal LePage Network Realty Corp., Box 1798, 5002 – 50 Ave, Stettler in the province of Alberta by twelve o’clock noon, on Friday the 31st day of October, 2014. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid to Denton Law Firm In Trust within thirty (30) days after the acceptance of tender. If the successful tenderer does not complete the purchase after acceptance of his tender, the deposit shall be forfeited. The highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. GST may be applicable. Cheques of unsuccessful tenderers will be returned. Parcels may be purchased together or separately. There are no services or improvements on the parcels. Certain restrictions on land use shall apply.

RCMP office 403-742-3382 www.stettlercop.org

For more information and tender forms contact Andy Birch at 403-742-3069 or 5002 – 50th Ave, Stettler.

(STABIS) For more information phone 403-742-6456

STETTLER & DISTRICT FOOD BANK SOCIETY Kathy Elaine Willis -Williams 403-742-4567 403-742-2745 Elaine Williams - 403-742-2745 4820 - 51 Street

Notice is hereby given that the following Development Permit Applications have been approved as permitted uses in accordance with the Town of Stettler Land Use Bylaw No. 2018-11: 1.

No: Legal Description: Municipal Address: Applicant: Proposed Development:

2827-2014 Lot 3, Block 7, PlN 7621217 4706 - 41 Street 1235014 AB Ltd. Canvas Structure

Leann Graham Planning & Development Services

STETTLER HANDIBUS 403-742-5858

VILLAGE of ALIX PUBLIC HEARING Bylaw #414/14

STETTLER HEALTH EMERGENCY LINE PROGRAM 403-742-2337

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PUBLIC HEARING – November 19, 2014 – 7:00 PM

STETTLER READ & WRITE OFFICE

At the October 15, 2014 meeting, council gave first reading to Bylaw # 414/14.

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VICTIM SERVICE 403-741-7841 CONFUSED? GETTING THE RUN AROUND? CONTACT YOUR INFORMATION AND REFERRAL CENTRE Residents of Stettler and the surrounding area now have access to this free and confidential service. It provides information and referral on social agencies, government services, clubs and organizations, to best suit the caller’s need.

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The details are as follows: Amendment to Land Use Bylaw 396/11, Schedule “A” District Map, NE ¼ of Section 36, TWP 39, RGE 23, W4M re-designating a portion of the land use from Agricultural District (A) to Light Industrial District (I1) A public hearing will be held on Wednesday, November 19, 2014 commencing at 7:00 pm in council chambers, Village of Alix Office, 4849 – 50 Street, Alix, AB.

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Early Learning Program students, Mykayla Cowan, Khalil Barnaby, and Noah Richardson are making scarecrows with the help of their teachers Mrs. Niehaus and Mrs. Bainbridge.

Great learning experience for kindergarten students Our Early Learning Program students enjoyed stuffing their own scarecrows with real straw.

The look of surprise on their little faces, when they realized what fun, and what a mess they could make- on purpose, was priceless!!

Mrs. Laurie-Ann Niehaus, our crafty aide, prepared the burlap sack bodies and gathered straw from a

field. There was the lingering fragrance of straw in the classroom so the students had a total sensory experience as they prepared for the Thanksgiving weekend.

Our Grade 1 teacher team, Mrs. Sylvester, Mrs. Limpert, Mrs. Jackson, and Mrs. Lang hosted an informative home reading information night for all Grade 1 parents. Thank-

you to the more than 50 parents and grandparents who attended. Mrs. Fox’s Grade 5 class has paired with Mrs. Sylvester’s Grade 1 class for the “reading buddies” program. They meet once a week and both classes are loving this experience.

Mrs. Jackson’s Grade 1 class made bird treats to take home and hang from a tree, so the birds can en-

Awards night was awesome This week has once again been a busy one at Wm E. Hay. Copies of the yearbook were available to students this week, thank you to the yearbook club for all the hard work you put in to make our yearbook wonderful.

We would like to remind everyone that the next sessions of drivers’ education are running on November 1, 8, and 15.

Make sure to sign up in the office.

If anyone is interested in hearing more about or signing up for the Green Certificate Program, please go to room 116 on Tuesday, Oct. 21 at 6:45pm. Also, on Friday Oct. 17, the Fine Arts Board will be hosting the first coffee house of the year after school. Students who wish to perform can sign up in the office and everyone from the community is welcome to come watch.

Cross country was blessed with beautiful weather again last week. Zones was a success despite course delays due to moose wandering on the course. The ladies all qualified for provincials - congratulations to Reesa Garez and Alyssa Henderson, Zack Desrosiers and Max McHollister, who ran their best races ever.

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HANNAH MCKAY

On Tuesday Oct. 7th, the honours breakfast was held to celebrate the academic success of those who received honours in the 2013-2014 school year. There were 28 Grade 9 recipients, 23 Grade 10 recipients, and 36 Grade 11 recipients. On Friday, Oct. 10, Wm. E. Hay held its annual fall awards evening. Many students were recognized with awards that ranged from community service, academics and post secondary. Thousands of dollars were handed out to the students. The contributions from the Stettler community are greatly appreciated and will go a long way in furthering the education of the youth of Stettler Congratulations to all the recipients!

And last but not least, jazz band has started both in the middle school and the high school. Come out and join on Thursdays at lunch. That’s all for this week.

Stettler Elementary KATE SYSON

joy a Thanksgiving meal, too.

Kindergarten classes were very excited to take part in a bus safety presentation with Mrs. Michelle Pinder.

They learned how to cross in front of the bus, how to sit in the seats properly, how to get on and off the bus safely, how to get off the bus in an emergency and how the emergency exits work.

They then went for a short ride to explain what the bus driver does at uncontrolled railway crossings.

It was a wonderful learning experience.

A fun rock band named Speed Control was at SES on Friday and performed songs through the eras.

All the songs were from Canadian bands that have been popular throughout the years. We heard songs from ‘The Guess Who’, ‘Bare Naked Ladies’, ‘Rush’, and ‘April Wine’. Both our teachers and our kids loved the performance.

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Don’t miss junior high dance on Friday Elli Anderson & Abbey Bohn, Grade 8 Students Last Friday Oct. 3, two teachers from Christ-King School took a trip to the Archdiocese of Edmonton, Pastoral Offices. They went for an evening of celebration for the Sacramental Education Initiative Pilot Groups. They spent an evening with our Archbishop, to celebrate the successes of the pilot groups, in which our small school is apart of.

Our Archbishop Smith talked about the importance of communion between parish, home, and school.

On Wednesday Oct. 8, the Christ-King Charger girls faced off against the Stettler Middle School Cougars, and the Erskine Extremes.

Despite good efforts, and some close scores, the girls conceded all games. The boys played well against Erskine and Stettler Middle School as well, and did great! They ended up being victorious in four out of six games. These games are helping the Chargers to prepare for the upcoming C.A.R.A. tournament on Nov.1. Great job Chargers!

This week was the C.A.R.A. Running Meet.

It was the last cross-country run of the year. Many

students competed in this event, but unfortunately, came home with no ribbons. The cross-country meet took place at Theresetta School in Castor.

“This track was a real course,” said the coach, Mrs. Pinkoski. There were hills and slippery spots.

The runners also had to run through a field. Noah Greidanus, Gage Bolstad, Charlotte Walker, and Jakob Hein ran in the 2km fun run. Hannah Canlas, Darius Payne, Joel Gustavson, Jesse Jarmin, and Josh De Guzman ran in the 2km.

“All of them ran very well!” said Mrs. Pinkoski.

We are all very proud of this year’s cross-country runners!

Spirit Squad has kicked off this year, with great success! The squad is made up of students from grades 6-9. Upcoming events that the Spirit Squad have been working on for the month of October are: School Colour Day on Oct.17, Black and Orange day on Oct. 21, and on Oct.31 they are encouraging everyone to come in their Halloween costumes!

The first Junior-High dance for Christ-King will be held on Friday, October 17, from 7-10pm! All grade

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Christ-King Girls’ Volleyball Team - Back Row (left to right): Ania Bohn (Assistant Coach), Madison Swaren, Shelby Sobchyshyn, Alexis Bogner, Amanda O’Donnell, Elli Anderson, Nicole Kennedy, Abbey Bohn, Coach Sobchyshyn. Front Row (left to right): Autumn Wyness, Paige Niehaus, Bailey Strandquist

6-9s are welcome from surrounding areas! There will be a DJ, a concession, and some great music! We hope to see everyone there!

Mass will also take place on Oct. 17 at 9am at ChristKing Catholic Church.

Stay tuned Stettler!

Classroom Sneak Peak Taking a look into the Grade 1 classroom, our Grade 1s are learning about being thankful, the life cycle of the pumpkin, and the purpose of a scarecrow, along with their ABCs and 123s.

An almost century old bazaar reopens continued from page 15 The community was saddened to hear of the passing of Roy Haeberle. Roy resided in Halkirk and supported Westwoods Centre for many years.

We wish brother Jack Haeberle get

well who is recovering from a heart attack.

A reminder, the monthly bingo at the bank building will be held Saturday, October 18. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Bingo starts 7 p.m.

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Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any Pontiac/Saturn/SAAB/Hummer/Oldsmobile model year 1999 or newer vehicle or Chevrolet Cobalt or HHR that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2013, 2014, 2015 model year Chevrolet car, SUV, crossover and pickups models delivered in Canada between October 1 and October 31, 2014. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $1500 credit available on all eligible Chevrolet vehicles. Offer is transferable to a family member living within the same household (proof of address required). As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Limited (GMCL) to verify eligibility. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. Void where prohibited by law. See your GMCL dealer for details. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice. *^ Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). Based on GM Testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. ** Offer valid to eligible retail lessees in Canada who have obtained credit approval by and entered into a lease agreement with GM Financial, and who accept delivery from October 1, 2014 through January 2, 2015 of a new 2015 Equinox model. General Motors of Canada will pay one month’s lease payment or two bi-weekly lease payments as defined on the lease agreement (inclusive of taxes and any applicable pro-rata amount normally due at lease delivery as defined on the lease agreement). After the first month, lessee will be required to make all remaining scheduled payments over the remaining term of the lease agreement. PPSA/RDPRM is not due. Insurance, license, dealer fees and applicable taxes not included. Additional conditions and limitations apply. GM reserves the right to modify or terminate this offer at any time without prior notice. See dealer for details. ¥ Lease based on a purchase price of $29,255 (including $1,000 lease credit) for a 2015 Equinox LS AWD. Bi-weekly payment is $163 for 48 months at 0.9% APR and includes Freight and Air Tax, on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. Annual kilometers limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometer. $0 down payment and a $0 security deposit is required. Payment may vary depending on down payment trade. Total obligation is $16,917, plus applicable taxes. Option to purchase at lease end is $13,096. Price and total obligation excludes license, insurance, registration, applicable provincial fees, dealer fees, taxes and optional equipment. Other lease options are available. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offer which may not be combined with other offers. See your dealer for conditions and details. General Motors of Canada Limited reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. ^ Whichever comes first. Limit of four ACDelco Lube-Oil-Filter services in total. Fluid top-offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc., are not covered. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ^^ Whichever comes first. See dealer for details.

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