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Wheat Kings’ player receives unexpected diagnosis Leslie Cholowsky Editor Killam’s Carter Hogman joined the Jr. B Wheat Kings in the 2024-25 season, playing 33 games and earning 44 points, 20 goals, and 24 assists. He returned to the team this year, and in his last game played with the team in November alone he earned three assists. Hogman was injured in a game a few days later, and thought he had a possible broken rib, so went to the hospital for x-rays. Within hours, Hogman received a call that there was a shadow on the x-ray, and he was referred to Camrose for a CT scan. The results of that scan saw Hogman being referred
to Red Deer for further testing, as a large mass had been found on his ‘Anterior Mediastinum” which is the space behind the sternum and in front of the heart. A biopsy was taken, and more testing, and Hogman was sent home. After two weeks of waiting, with numerous trips to Red Deer and Edmonton, he received a diagnosis of stage two Hodgkins Lymphoma. He has now returned to Red Deer and started chemotherapy. Friend of the family Cheryl Fee posted on social media that, “It has been a huge change, but they [he and his family] are so thankful it was found; someone was definitely looking out for him.
“Carter has been very strong, and staying positive; he is ready to win this fight. “He can’t wait to get through this and to be back on the ice doing what he loves.” Since the diagnosis, Carter and his parents have been off work to drive him to appointments for treatment. Fee pointed out in her post that, “The financial strain of this journey will be significant.” To that end, an account has been opened at the Vision Credit Union, Killam Branch, for Carter and his family, to assist with travel, hotels, medical expenses, and lost income. E-transfers can be sent to cdhogman@gmail.com.
Lovely meets with new Battle River School Division board trustees Minister Rick Wilson and MLA Jackie Lovely met with the Battle River School Division at the ABSB breakfast at the Westin recentlyto congratulate the newly elected members and those returning. The group briefly discussed priorities with a future meeting to follow for a more fulsome discussion. From left to right: Deanna Maertz, Ward 4 Flagstaff County, Karen Belich, Ward 3 Camrose County, MLA Jackie Lovely, Minister Rick Wilson, Valerie Sims, Ward 1 City of Camrose, and Lyle Albrecht, Ward 2 Beaver County
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OPINION
2025 In Review: Standing Strong for Canadians As 2025 draws to a close, we have a chance to reflect on a remarkable year in the history of our province and our nation. In the last federal election, Conservatives were proud to bring Canadians a message of hope. From coast to coast to coast, we fought hard to restore the Canadian promise: a country where anybody from anywhere can achieve anything - and hard work gets you a great life, with an affordable home on a safe street. And on every major policy issue, both before and after the election Conservatives led the charge! Because that message resonated with Canadians, and because of incredible candidates like Damien Kurek, Conservatives won the highest share of the vote since 1988. Although the result wasn't the national victory so many hoped for, we returned to Ottawa with 24 more seats as an even stronger opposition in a minority parliament. Then, we stepped up as His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition: opposing what is wrong, exposing what is hidden, and proposing what is in the national interest. We picked up right where we left off: holding the Liberals accountable not only for their words, but for their actions! This year, we opposed the reckless Liberal policies that make life more expensive for Canadians: from inflationary deficit spending to the industrial carbon tax, food packaging tax and 17 cent/litre fuel standard tax that drive up the cost of the things you buy. On crime, we brought real solutions to the chaos in disorder in our communities: proposing new legislation that would protect places of worship, crack down on intimate partner violence and ensure jail - not bail - for dangerous criminals. On trade, we held Carney to account for failing on his central promise: to “handle” President Trump and “negotiate a win” on tariffs. Because of these Liberal failures, thousands of Canadians have to worry about putting food on the table as layoffs hit our once-proud steel, aluminum, automotive and forestry industries. And on immigration, we fought to reform a broken system fraught with fraud and abuse, restore the value of Canadian citizenship, strengthen our border and end unacceptable leniency for non-citizens convicted of serious crimes. 2025 also brought me one of the most exciting and rewarding opportunities of my life: the chance to become Member of Parliament to Battle River-Crowfoot. Although an unexpected turn, over many months, alongside an amazing local team, I worked hard to earn the trust and support of this hardworking, strong and resilient region. I am proud to represent you all, including the incredible men and women of CFB Wainwright, in our nation’s capital. By the grace of God, we have made it through another year. As we look forward to 2026, my goals remain the same: providing national leadership on local issues like the cost of living, immigration, crime and trade. Together, we can build a self-reliant Canada with strong take-home pay, safe streets and secure borders - a country and community we are proud to call home. On behalf of our national Conservative team, I want to wish you all a very happy New Year! If you have any questions or concerns regarding this column, or if you require assistance regarding a Federal Government program, you are encouraged to send an email to pierre.poilievre@parl.gc.ca or call 1-800-665-4358.
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Alliance sees new and returning faces over holidays Diane Dammann Alliance P. 780-879-3970 E. petendia@gmail.com
Geepers, it is another Sunday. Did you find it hard to keep the days straight the last 10 days? The Ski Hill was open Dec 21. It was too cold for Church but good enough to ski but then it closed for two days because of the cold. There has been a few better days since and a new snowfall makes for good skiing. There are 23 employees there this year. I had a chat with Norma French Heslep. She has left Yellowknife and is now with her daughter and family on Vancouver Island. Mary Wold called. She was at Clarence’s house for a few days. Ed came from Arizona, Les from Edmonton, and Cliff was also there over Christmas. Mary lives in Killam Long Term Care. I did some visiting at Galahad Care facility with Dianne Carroll and Donna Towers. Dell and Randy Wickstrom went to Stettler to meet Randy’s daughter, Sherry and Mike. Dell’s daughter Nikki came from Calgary. She was up for a
couple of days. Boxing Day and another overnight. Google Maps led her down the back road by the cemetery, she got stuck, had to be rescued. Many thanks to Dale Lambdon and Wayne Cameron for helping out. You can’t always trust Google Maps. It has led me astray many times. Roger and Betty Spady went to their older son, Mike’s, south of Calgary for New Years. Christmas Eve service In the Alliance United Church was well attended. Gordon and Jenna Beers’ family and friends filled a couple of pews. There was no church service Dec. 21 due to the cold, or on the 28th as per schedule. Epiphany Sunday, Jan. 4. Beth Davidson was scheduled to do the service. But Ralph stepped up in her stead and did an excellent job. Dell Wickstrom has retired from doing the service, and Connor stepped in. The New Year's Eve dance had a great band and great food. but poor attendance. About 20 per cent of the crowd were French-speaking. Natasha’s in-laws turned out in full force; Bob Cyr came from Strathmore and Odette Dionne was there too.
Community calendars have proven to be very popular this year. There's not too many left. It has been such lovely winter weather this week. I took advantage of it and got out and about. I hope you did too. Give me a call and let me know what you did. I had visits with Mary Wold, Dianne Carroll, Donna Towers, granddaughter Candice Nichols, cousins in Edmonton, a tour of Jesse’s work at Western Star North, and a phone call with Edwin Odell. Marg and Edwin Odell are both in Daysland Hospital. They have been there two weeks. They were both born and raised in Alliance area. I participated in worship with 21 others on Sunday. Connor Beingessner did his first service with Dale Jones. Odette Dionne led the singing. There were a couple of new to us hymns. Rainer Rohr on guitar accompanied Betty Spady on piano, so we have beautiful music. Vickie Cloakey hosted a delicious ham dinner in honour of Rosann Bauman’s birthday, that I was invited to share. This week there is a Friends of Battle River Railway meeting on Monday. Tuesday is Library
Board at noon and Ag Society at 7:30. Wednesday, WI meets in the afternoon and then in the evening there is a craft session of those of us who have signed up . Thursday after aqua size I go to a Nav Care lunch. Friday is free and Saturday there is a Zoom meeting at 6 a.m. for Associated Country Women of the World Co-Ordinators and Saturday afternoon I lead a training course for volunteers for the train. The Volunteer Training Course for Friends of Battle River Railway is free. Participants will learn the history of the railway, expectations, and benefits of working. There are cleaning, decorating, setting up, hostessing, maintenance, marketing, etc, jobs. Give me a call if you want to participate. It is a fun group to work with.
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Local ECSHL clubs enter second half of season Leslie Cholowsky Editor
As 2026 dawns, the East Central Senior Hockey League teams, locally the Sedgewick Sabres, Forestburg Flyers, and Hughenden Jets, start down the path to playoffs. The Sedgewick Sabres started the year off hosting the Stettler Imperials on Friday, Jan. 2 in Sedgewick. Stettler got on the scoreboard first in the first minute of play, but Keaton Holinaty tied things up on a goal from Trevor Bromby and Kyle Sanders to end the period 1-1. Curtis McKinlay scored early in the second for the Sabres, from Landon Eskra to go ahead 2-1, then Sanders scored, from Bromby, to make it 3-1 heading into the third period. Holinaty got his second of the night in an empty net, from Carter Ortman, to give the Sabres a 4-1 over Stettler. Travis Child had the win in goal; shots were 26 aside. The Forestburg Flyers hosted the Hughenden Jets on Friday. Hughenden opened the scoring just 20 seconds into the game, with a goal from Braden Crone, assisted by Nick Laporte and Cameron Dion. Matthew Swanson made it 2-0 Hughenden with a mid-period unassisted goal, then scored again to make it 3-0, from Jackson Pasztor and Nicholas Waring, going into the second. The Flyers got on the scoreboard in the second, with a goal from Carson Weins, assisted by Brock Dawbin and Levi Congdon, to make it 3-1. In the third period, Swanson scored his third of the night, from Pasztor and Brennan Anholt to make it 4-1. Forestburg’s Lukas Strauss answered back a few minutes later, from Carson Weins and Spencer Koehli, to bring it to 4-2. Strauss scored again a few minutes later, from Justin Serbyniuk, to come within one at 4-3 with seven minutes left. Weins scored his second of the night for the Flyers, from Congdon and Dawbin, to tie things up 4-4 at
the four minute mark. Alex Badry scored at 2:41, from Brian Roth and Dawbin, to put Forestburg ahead 5-4. Swanson scored his fourth goal of the night with just 42 seconds left, from Anholt and Pasztor, to tie it 5-5. In the overtime period, Nick Laporte scored the winning goal for the Jets, from Dion and Swanson, for a hard-fought 6-5 win over the Flyers. Karson Swanson got the win in goal for the Jets, facing 35 shots; Brendan Davis took the loss for the Flyers, facing 62 shots overall. The next night Forestburg travelled to Wainwright to take on the Rustlers. Forestburg took an early lead on a power play goal by Riley Park, from Justin Serbyniuk and Brock Dawbin. Wainwright tied things up a few minutes later, then scored a couple more to make the score 3-1, before Alex Badry scored, bringing it to 3-2, from Brian Roth. A shorthanded goal then a power play goal from Wainwright late in the period put the score at 5-2 heading into the second period. The Rustlers scored midway through the second, to make it 6-2, before Dawbin scored, unassisted, to make it 6-3. Two more goals from
Wainwright make the score 8-3 heading into the final period of play. Wainwright scored twice in the third, to make it 103, before Carson Weins scored on a power play for the Flyers, from Alex Badry, for a 10-4 final. Brendan Davis took the loss in goal; shots were 2848 for the Rustlers. Last Friday, Jan. 9, the Flyers hosted the Irma Aces. Irma was first on the scoreboard, scoring two in the first period. The Aces scored two more before a power play from Alex Badry, assisted by Jon Griffiths and Braydan Davis, made the score 4-1 Irma heading into the final period. The Aces scored a couple more shots, making it 6-1, before Badry once again scored on a powerplay, from Davis, to make it 6-2. Irma scored another couple of goals mid-period to make it 8-2, before Drew Petiot scored on a powerplay for the Flyers, from Dawbin and Lukas Strauss, to make it 8-3. Irma scored once more to make it 9-3, before Brian Roth scored the final goal of the game for the Flyers, from Strauss and Weins, for a 9-4 finish. Brendan Davis took the loss in goal, facing 53 shots to the Flyers’ 33. Also on Friday, the Jets headed to Wainwright to take on the Rustlers.
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A short-handed goal, unassisted, by Matthew Swanson, put Hughenden ahead by one in the first period. The Rustlers managed two goals in the second period, making it 2-1, before Swanson’s second goal of the night tied things up at the 14-second mark, from Braden Crone. In the third period, Wainwright scored two late back-to-back goals to take a 4-2 win over the Jets.
Wyatt Johnson took the loss in goal for the Jets, facing 37 shots to 26. On Saturday night the Sabres travelled to Delburne to face the Outlaws. Porter Lang put Sedgewick on the scoreboard first, from Rhett Bergseth, before the Rustlers scored an answering goal, tying things up 11 at the end of the first. In the second period, Trevor Bromby’s goal from Kyle Sanders and Ben Lang put the Sabres ahead by one, then a goal by Clay Lang, from Chase Schatschneider and Curtis McKinlay make it 3-1. Sanders scored from Landon Kelndorfer to make it 4-1, then Eskra
scored from Kelndorfer and Adam Child to make it 5-1. A late-period goal from the Rustlers put the score at 5-2 heading to the third. Wainwright managed one more goal in the third period before Dean Brodie scored the Sabres sixth goal, from Bromby and Sanders, for a 6-3 final. Travis Child got the win in goal; shots were 50-33 in favour of the Sabres. In Hughenden on Saturday, the Jets hosted the Provost Combines. Matthew Swanson opened the scoring, from Jackson Pasztor on a power play, to put Hughenden ahead early. A second Jets goal, this time from Braden Crone, assisted by Brady Johnson and Reece Moody, put the score at 2-1. Swanson scored his second, from Brennan Anholt and Johnson, to make it 30, then Crone scored his second to make it 4-0 going into the second. Jesse Damberger scored on a power play, from Annholt and Pasztor, to open the scoring in the second, at 5-0, before Provost was able to score a single goal to make it 5-1.
Hayden McQuaid scored the Jets’ sixth goal, from Pasztor and Nicholas Waring to make it 6-1. A second Combines goal made it 6-2, before Cameron Dion scored a shorthanded goal, from Braden Crone, to make it 7-2 heading into the final period of play. A power play in the third gave Provost their third goal at 7-3. Pasztor scored, from Swanson and Blayd Anholt to make it 8-3, before two unassisted Combines goals made it an 8-5 final win for the Jets. Wyatt Johnson got the win in goal for the Jets; shots were 50-42 for the Jets. The Stettler Imperials are leading the league at 25 points, with Wainwright in second place at 20 points. Irma and Sedgewick are tied for third place at 18 points each, with Provost in fifth place at 16 points. The Jets sit in sixth place at 14 points, with Delburne in seventh and 13 points. The Oyen Eagles have nine points for eighth place, the Coronation Royals have four points for ninth, and the Flyers have two points in 10th place.
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Rural Roots 4-H Club hosts Christmas party
Halle Borgel Club Reporter
The Rural Roots Multi 4-H Club kicked off the holiday season by hosting a Christmas party for local seniors at the Lougheed Senior Centre on Dec. 11. Throughout the evening, 4-H members led a variety of Christmasthemed activities and prepared two dozen cookies each to give to the seniors. Everyone was sent home with a tray of sweet treats to enjoy during the holidays. On Dec. 30 and 31, several 4-H members completed a weekendlong project at the Lougheed Curl-
ing Rink. Participants learned the basics of curling, spending most of their time on the ice practicing turns, sweeping techniques, and understanding the game's rules and strategies. The weekend concluded on Dec. 31 with a mini bonspiel, where each team played four games. The bonspiel winners were Maddy Eckstrand and Ambrose Kroetsch. PHOTO SUPPLIED
Rural Roots 4-H members Maddy Eckstrand and Ambrose Kroetsch were the winners of a mini curling bonspiel in Lougheed after a weekend of learning to curl. For their efforts, the pair split a giant basket of goodies.
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Minor Hockey Report: Holly Motley with 5-goal game Kerry Anderson These are some of the results from Minor Hockey League games held recently. (Please note that scores and scoring is taken from the websites, and some game scores and scoring is dependent on proper league entries). Hughenden U11 Female Jets (12-0-0) won a 7-1 home game on Friday led by Rhett Jones’ hat trick. Other scorers were: Olivia Kuzyk (2g 1a), Blakely Amundson (1g 2a), Bexley Prokopetz (1g), Layne Flynn (1a), and Atley Lakevold (1a). Paicee Jones got the win in goal. The team was scheduled to play in Irma on Saturday but no score was posted by Monday morning deadline. Battle River U11 Female Knights (2-121) dropped a 12-3 game against Lac La Biche on Sunday at Killam Arena. Darian Ruzicka scored twice, with Kolbie Ness scoring the other. Assists went to: Henley Armstrong, Caitlyn Beaulieu, and Addisyn Lewis. Hughenden U13 Female Jets (9-6-1) won a 2-1 game on Friday at Wainwright. With the game tied, Jets’ Gracie Prokopetz scored the third period winner for her second of the game. Annika White picked up an assist, and Sarah Mackie and Elouise Armstrong shared the win in goal. On Sunday at Irma, Jets skated away with a 4-3 win. Scoring for Jets were: Fallyn Sorken (2g), Gracie Prokopetz and Julie Leskow. Assists went to: Alexa McPherson, Isla Waddell, and Callie Prost. Hughenden U15 Female Jets (3-12-2) were shutout 2-0 on Saturday against Wood Buffalo at Hardisty Arena. On Sunday the team travelled to Veg-
reville and skated away with a 6-3 victory with Holly Motley scoring five goals, and Shelin Fries scoring the other. Assists went to: Sara Jane Ruzicka (2a), Lily Nguyen (2a), Sutton Jones, and Piper Pearson. U11 Thunderstars boys (9-2-0) dropped a 5-3 game against Oyen on Sunday at Forestburg Arena. Scoring for TS were: Jace Wolbeck (1g 1a), Clay Wolbeck, and Scottie Terway. Battle River U13 Knights (6-5-0) dropped a 6-1 game at Stettler on Saturday with Kale Dickson scoring, and Carter Anderson picking up an assist. Battle River U15 Knights (4-4-1) beat West Country 5-1 on Saturday at Dickson Arena. Logan Vanderkooi (1g 1a), Hudson Sparrow, Ryker Brumwell, Jacob Kinzer, and Kyzer Hebert scored for BR. Assists went to: Karter Freadrich, Jake Grant and Luke Freadrich. Meteo Pickles got the win in goal. Battle River U18 (7-2-0) won a 6-4 game on Saturday at Brooks. Scoring for BR were: Braxten Kueber (1g 2a), Jaxen Frank (2g), Ryder Kempt Bonnett (2g), and Coy Hays (1g). Assists went to: Reno Sitler (3a), Caleb Urquhart (2a), David Ruzicka, and Seth Edwards. Connor Christenson got the win in goal. Battle River U18T3WO (9-1-0) beat Stettler 8-3 on Friday at Sedgewick. Getting on the scoresheet were: Beckett Thomson (1g 2a), Griffin Thomson (3a), Jacob Steil (2g), Jaxon Clark ((1g 1a), Rowen Patten (1g 1a), Porter Martin (1g 1a), Kowen Oberg (2a), Ty Cherowka, Liam Muirhead (1g), Carver Wesley (1g), and Wyatt Berkey (1a). Brett Swainson got the win in goal. On Saturday at Blackfalds, BR shutout the home team 9-0. Ty Cherowka and Griffin Thomson both had (2g 2a) 4-
point games. Other scorers were: Jaxon Clark (1g 2a), Mason Lewis (2g), Carver Wesley (1g 1a), Beckett Thomson (1g 1a), Porter Martin (2a), Noah Kells (1a), Wyatt Berkey (1a), Alexander Morken (1a), and Rowen Patten (1a). Karsen Oliver got an 18 save shutout. Hughenden U11 Jets (4-11-1) dropped a 6-5 home game on Saturday against Elk Island Wild. Bo Anhorn got a hat trick for Jets. Other scorers were: Deklan Pentland (1g 1a), Isaac Vuylstee (2a), Jonathan Stankievech (1g), Munroe Allard (1a), and Carter Dewald (1a). Hughenden U13 Jets (7-7-1) dropped a 5-2 game at Lloydminster on Saturday. Ryan Carson and Reuben Congdon scored. On Sunday at home, Jets beat Kitscoty 8-5 led by Ryan Carson’s hat trick (3g 2a). Other scorers were: Reuben Cong-
don (2g 2a), Ryder Piller (2g 1a), Grady Anhorn (1g 1a), Javier Gonzalez Hope (2a), Gauge Hunter (1a), Jacob Redekop (1a), and Laine Ference (1a). Emerson Holte got the win in goal. Hughenden U18 Jets (12-6-0) dropped a 4-3 game at home on Saturday against St. Paul. Down 4-1 after two, Jets scored twice in the third to get to within a goal. Logan Murray (2g) and Ryder Holte scored for Jets. Assists went to: Cobey Penman (2a), Liam Phillips, Memphis Bourque, Tristen Morrison and Colten Poissant. On Sunday, Hughenden lost a 7-4 home game against Cold Lake. Logan Murray (2g), Mason Larson and Tristen Morrison scored. Assists went to: Memphis Bourque, Cobey Penman, Jett Keller, Cash Anhorn, Jack Foster, Lincoln Ference, and Trusten Dyck.
Micro-volunteer opportunities available in Killam area Leslie Cholowsky Editor
Flagstaff Family and Community Services (FFCS) presently has a need for “Micro Volunteers,” meaning volunteers for one to two hours one time per month. The FFCS ‘Meals to Go’ program needs drivers to help deliver nutritious meals to community members. Drivers pick up the pre-prepared meals, and deliver them within town limits.
All that is needed is a reliable vehicle, a valid drivers licence, and a few hours a month. Contact FFCS if that sounds like something you could do. Volunteers are also needed at the Flagstaff Food Bank in Killam, where that organization is inviting individuals or groups to help continue the important work it does. Reach out to the Food Bank directly if interested or able to donate some time there.
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Celebrating two retirements in Sedgewick, half a century between them best for this new chapter! And you may recognize the new branch manager as a familiar face, as it is Todd Armitage. Congratulations! The Killam Playschool had to shut down unexpectedly last November. Parents are busy fundraising to get the doors back open and appreciate all the support that was shown during their bottle drive last weekend. Thank you for supporting the Tiny Tots Playschool Parents in their efforts! It takes a village. After 34 years, Jim and Adele Clark have started a new chapter. Retirement! The Wagon Wheel
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Did you order a community calendar through the library? They are now available for pick up! Thanks for supporting this fundraiser for our community! You may have heard that the Vision Credit Union gals in Sedgewick hosted a surprise retirement party for Esther Whitehead on Dec. 18. After 20 years serving the community, Esther retired at the end of 2025. Congratulations! Join me in wishing her all the
Motel sold recently to a new owner from Saskatchewan. Congratulations to everyone! Happy retirement to the Clarks! And a heartfelt welcome to Arun Kumar and family! I recently attended a concert at the Over the Moon Bird Dog Theatre in Hardisty and just love this little gem! I actually had never been in the building before but it looked fabulous and it's a perfect music venue in our little county. Suzanne and Craig have done an incredible job and have lots of connections in the music industry to bring you Juno Award-winning acts
right here to our community. They themselves will be touring Ireland and Europe come this April. We're so fortunate they chose Hardisty as a location for their music venue! Go check them out! Flagstaff Community
Adult Learning ran a five-week ‘Cooking and Conversation’ class in Sedgewick in November and December. Sedgewick residents enjoyed it so much, they wanted to keep the momentum going and are creating a spin off.
More news from CHSPS. After 27 years working as an Educational Assistant, Ronda Johnson is retiring at the end of this week. Ronda impacted many students throughout the years, she'll be missed. Wishing her all the best!
Forestburg water main break results in temporary water outages Leslie Cholowsky Editor
Early on Monday, Jan. 12, Forestburg Public Works employees discovered a water main break in a residential area. The break affected about 20 homes on the
south side of 46 Ave West, and the north side of 45 Ave West. Work to repair the break was ongoing as at the time of publication. In an update, the Village advises that the exact break had not been
detected as of 3 p.m. on Monday. On Tuesday, Jan. 13, the village announced that it was commencing free water bottle delivery to those affected by the shutoffs by early afternoon Tuesday.
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Wheat Kings holding their own in mid-season play Leslie Cholowsky Editor
The Killam Jr. B Wheat Kings played a couple of games before the Christmas break, back-to-back games against the Vegreville Rangers. The Wheaties won both games, with 6-3 and 9-3 finals, before breaking for the holidays. The team kept hold of that momentum into the new year, with their first game of 2026 against the St. Paul Canadiens at home in Killam. St. Paul scored early in
the first period, with Wheat Kings captain Jordan Gagnon tying things up mid period, from Dylan Kruchten and Keegan McArthur to make it 1-all at the end of the period. The second period saw St. Paul take the lead again, before Kruchten scored for Killam, from Sawyer Fee, to make it 22. Two more goals from the Canadians put the score at 4-2 heading into the final period of play. St. Paul scored in the
opening minutes of the third to make it 5-2, before Tanner Sheets scored on a power play, from Drew Petiot and Cade Schatschneider, to make it 5-3. Petiot scored in the final minutes of the game, from Ethan Allen and Gagnon, to come within one, but an empty net goal by St. Paul put the final at 6-4. Ethan Edwards took the loss in goal for the Wheat Kings; shots were 36 from both teams. The next night, Killam hosted the Wainwright
Bisons. Kruchten opened the scoring seconds into the first period, from Sheets, to take an early lead, before the Bisons tied things up, then scored a goahead goal to end the period 2-1 Wainwright. Brade Parchoma scored early in the second, unassisted, to tie things up, then Gagnon scored, from Kruchten and Petiot, to go ahead 3-2 heading into the final period. The Bisons tied things up with just minutes left
Province starts mini-trial for faster highway speed limits Ethan Neufeld Student Reporter
The Albertan Government hosted an online public engagement survey to ask Albertans about modernizing the rural Alberta highway speed limits. This survey was put in place on Nov. 7 and ended on Dec. 12, with over 59,000 responses. Out of these 59,000 responses, 68 per cent voted in favor of increasing Alberta’s speed limits from 110 km/h to 120 km/h on select highways. Minister of Transporta-
tion and Economic Corridors, Devin Dreeshen, says “Alberta’s divided highways were engineered to safely handle 120 kilometres per hour, and advances in vehicle safety and road design make that even more practical today. “We are also encouraged to see that more than 90 per cent of survey respondents who shared thoughts on the matter support restricting commercial trucks from certain lanes on major highways. “This feedback aligns with what we’ve heard
from industry, municipal leaders and everyday drivers who want safer, smoother and more predictable traffic flow.” The government has decided to do a mini-trial based on these results, with select rural divided highways undergoing a controlled 120 km/h test, with constant monitoring and safety evaluation. This test is being done to ensure the safety of Alberta highways and to put in these new, modernizing changes based on real-world data, the Province says. “Albertans have spo-
ken loud and clear. We’re taking that direction seriously, and we will continue to make improvements that support safety, mobility, and economic growth across the province,” says Dreeshen.
in the third to 3-3, then scored the go-ahead goal 15 seconds later to go ahead 4-3. The Wheat King’s Ethan Allen tied it up with six seconds left on the clock, from Petiot, to force a shootout after a scoreless overtime period. The Bisons had one goal out of four shots, and the Wheat Kings’ Kruchten and Allen scored each to win the game in overtime. Ethan Edwards took the win in goal for the
Wheat Kings; shots were 32-29 for the Bisons. On Saturday, Jan. 10 the Wheat Kings traveled to Cold Lake where they got out played and out scored 5-0 by the Ice. Edwards took the loss in goal, facing 42 shots to Killam’s 26. Killam has some tough games ahead, hosting the second-place Lloydminster Bandits this Saturday, Jan. 17, and then heading out Sunday afternoon to Lloydminster to take on the league leading Lloyd Bandits.
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Sedgewick announces winners of Christmas Lights contest
Harry and Jean Patrick were picked by residents of Sedgewick for the Sedgewick Business Association’s Christmas Lights contest. Above right: Christie Rose,(left) and Katie Freadrich present the Patricks with their prize.
Sedgewick Bowling Lanes running hot to start a cool January Sedgewick’s bowling lanes are in the spotlight the first week of January. In Ladies Afternoon bowling, Carol Lucas rolled a high single of 234, a high triple of 625, but Verna Erickson maintained her hold on high average at 174. The Pin Pals rolled a high single at +189, but the Rolling Pins rolled high triple at +219, to maintain their lead in the standings, with 52 points. Bowler of the Week was Jaymi Armitage at a +49. Ruth Lucki rolled three spares in a row. In Mixed Bowling last week Sara Langton was on fire, earning Ladies high single of 191, and high triple of 551. Verna Erickson kept hold of ladies high average here, too, at 180. Men’s high single went to Kevin Sakaluk, with Garry Klein earning high triple, and keeping hold of men’s high average of 207.
Team Spare Time rolled a high single of +133, and the Bad Apples rolled high triple of +163, but it wasn’t enough to catch the Rolling Stones, who sit atop the heap with 63 points. Marilyn Patten earned Ladies Bowler of the Week with a +36, and Tom Bahm earning Men’s Bowler of the Week with a whopping +78. Tossing three strikes in a row were Terrence Johnson, Joe Hebert, Brent Snethun, and Garry Klein, with Jim Coles rolling three spares in a row, and Dave Kleinsasser rolling four spares in a row. Jason Backen and Brent Snethun both rolled TV Shots last week. Betty Lien was the lucky winner of the free pizza from Mid Town Pizza in Lougheed. In Morning Adult Bowling, Sharon Wylie rolled Ladies High single of 238, while Carol Lucas rolled the High triple, at 591, and holds ladies high average, at
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185. Garry Klein had a heck of a morning, rolling men’s high single at 311, men’s high triple of 693, men’s high average of 212, and rolling three strikes in a row along with Carol Lucas. Team Rawluk rolled team high single of +138, Team Erickson rolled team high triple at +194, but Team Klein sits atop the standings at 53 points. Elaine DeBock earned Ladies Bowler of the Week at +45, and Ian McEachern earning Men’s Bowler of the Week at +69. In Bowlasaurus Girls, Neveah King rolled high single of 89, high double of 169, and holds a high average of 72. In Bantam Birls, Stella Erickson rolled a
124 high single, high triple of 341, and holds a high average of 106. In Bantam Boys, Damian Sturges rolled a 124 high single, high triple of 330, and holds an average of 106. In Junior Boys, Abrose Kroetsch rolled a single of 103, then a triple of 293, for an average of 89. Jaylynn Watt retains high average of 110 but didn’t bowl last week. In Senior Girls, Willow Odegard rolled a high single of 160, a high triple at 464, and holds an average at 154. In Senior Boys, Thomas Bruce retains the high average at 138, but didn’t bowl last week.
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BRSD approves annual education results report Leslie Cholowsky Editor
The Battle River School Division (BRSD) trustees approved Annual Education Results Report for the 2024-25 school year at the board’s December meeting. Assistant Superintendent - Education Services, Stephen Hoyland is proud of division-wide achievements noted throughout the report. He says, “The AERR is a comprehensive report that outlines work identified in BRSD’s Three-Year Education Plan,” says Hoyland. “Data outcomes listed in the AERR are specific to goals and initiatives embedded into the work plan each spring. These two documents guide the division’s work, provide accountability and highlight success.” The report shows detailed results in a number of categories, from student engagement to actual results in Diploma or Provincial Achievement exams (PAT). The report warns that caution should be used when interpreting high school
completion rates over time, as COVID19 impacted the 2019-20 and 2021-22 Diploma Exams. This is also true of PAT. This also impacted Diploma Exam Participation, which declined significantly within the BRSD, dropping 4.7 points off the provincial average. The BRSD drop out rate improved significantly, rated Excellent at 2.1. Good ratings were scored on Lifelong Learning, Rutherford Scholarship Eligibility rates, Safe and Caring, and Work Preparation. The report shows a significant improvement in Grades 1-3 Literacy in the 2024-25 school year, with the percentage of students at or above benchmarks going from 78 per cent to 85 per cent. BRSD results in Grade 9 Provincial Achievement Tests improved from the previous years, but are still very low, at 61.9, and constitute a concern. The number of students hitting a standard of excellence by percentage was down slightly from last year, at 11.7 per cent, considerably lower than the provincial average of 15.6 per cent. Results in specific subjects showed a
slight drop in English Language Arts, strong results in French Language Arts, an increase in Mathematics 9, but overall results below provincial standards, and improvement in Science 9 results, especially for those achieving excellence. Social Studies 9 saw acceptable results and excellence decline from last year and below provincial averages. Diploma Exam results by students writing saw BRSD maintain what are listed as “very low” standards, with only 70.1 per cent reaching acceptable standards and 9.4 per cent achieving a standard of excellence, compared to provincial averages of 80.2 and 23 per cent excellence respectively. Reviewing Diploma Exams by subject, Mathematics 30-1 improved significantly, while English 30-1, 30-2, and French 30-2 maintained or declined what were already low achievements, with English 30-1 rated ‘very low.’ Social Studies 30-1 improved the acceptable standard, though still low, and Chem 30 acceptable standards improved to Intermediate, as did Physics 30. The remainder of the subjects either declined or maintained, but with al-
ready low ratings, Social 30-2 standard of excellence dropped to “very low”, as did Biology 30s acceptable standard. Overall, the report identifies areas of concern, and also outlines what the Division plans to address to see better numbers, as well as where gains and positive growth has been recorded. The 38-page report is a comprehensive review of student/teacher/school/ and division and is well worth reviewing for any parent with school-aged children. The board has also approved its 202626 and 2027-28 school calendars, both of which are available through the Division’s website. “We are hopeful that having two years of calendars available will help families and staff plan ahead for significant events, holidays and school activities,” says Superintendent of Schools, Natasha Wilm. “This is part of our ongoing commitment to being proactive in supporting student learning, in addition to ensuring a focus on well-being for both students and staff across the division.”
Alberta RCMP warn of spike in fatal collisions amid winter conditions RCMP are urging drivers to use extra caution on Alberta roads after a sharp increase in fatal collisions during December and early January. Preliminary data shows 20 fatal collisions occurred across K Division in December; above the 10-year average of 16.7. Winter weather and the recent snow-
falls may have contributed to a significant portion of these crashes. Injury collisions also appear to be up. This trend has continued into the new year. Four fatal collisions in Alberta, resulting in four deaths, were reported in the first four days of January. Weather is believed to be a factor in three of those incidents, though investi-
Driver killed in fatal rollover near Coronation On Wednesday, Jan. 7, around 2:50 a.m. Coronation RCMP were dispatched to a single vehicle rollover on Range Road 111 in Paintearth County, where the driver, as well as several passengers, had been ejected. Upon arrival, EMS declared the driver, a youth resident of Special Areas 4 deceased. There were more passengers in the vehicle than seatbelts allowed, with seven
passengers and one driver in the vehicle rather than seven total, and not all seatbelts were being utilized. All passengers were transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Though the investigation is ongoing, preliminary information suggests that alcohol and speed are potential factors in the collision.
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EPCOR provides hints for keeping warm with cold forecasted to return Leslie Cholowsky Editor
With December being a veritable smorgasbord of everything winter had to offer, from freezing rain to -30 temperatures, winter is set to return after a spell of above-zero temperatures, and EPCOR has some hints on how to stay warm. Cold air can leak in from leaky windows and doors, and even electrical outlets. You can use inexpensive foam gaskets to help block cold air from an outlet, or even child safety plugs. Windows can be sealed for the winter with specially made winterizing kits, replacing weatherstripping, and even thermal curtains. EPCOR says if you have uninsulated areas of your home, close them
off from the rest of the house to save on heating costs. Cleaning your space heaters is another recommendation. “Clean space heaters aren’t just more efficient, they are also safer, and reduce the risk of fire.” If your fireplace is on a thermostat, ensure that it doesn’t come on when you’re not in the room. Make sure your chimney is clean and your fireplace damper is fully closed when it’s not in use. EPCOR says you should eliminate cold drafts by using draft stoppers on garage doors and all outside doors. Make sure your vents are not covered and are clear up to 30 cm to ensure that the warm air from your furnace is circulating.
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—————————Flagstaff Family and Community Services offers Community Wellness Facilitator support: connections, referrals, and prevention services for individuals and families. Call 780-385-3976 for help today in Flagstaff County, confidential and welcoming.
—————————Tofield Golden Club 5004-54 Ave, Tofield Thursday, January 15, 2026 Potluck at 11:30 am Annual General Meeting at 12:30 pm. Memberships available before the meeting for $10. ———————————————— Viking & District Ag Society Annual General Meeting Wednesday January 14, 2026 7pm, Viking Community Hall New Members Welcome! ———————————————— Annual General Meeting of The Killam and District Municipal Library will be held January 21 at 7:30 p.m. at The Killam Public Library. Everyone is welcome. ———————————————— Annual General Meeting of The Friends of the Killam Public Library will be held January 21 at 7 p.m. at The Killam Public Library. Everyone is welcome. ———————————————— The Viking and Area Gymkhana Club Annual General Meeting will take place on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 7:00 pm At the Daysland Community Hall 4602 51 Ave, Daysland - We will be selecting a new board - discussing the future of the gymkhana club - Please attend and bring your ideas and thoughts. 1/2c ———————————————— Ward's and Bud Haynes FIREARMS AUCTION January 31st in Edmonton. Firearms, Ammo, Accessories. Call Brad Ward, 780-940-8378 to consign your items or collection. FirearmsAuction.ca.
—————————Anyone interested in pots of different sizes, washed and disinfected, call Brian at 780-678-0053 by Jan. 17. These can be picked up at Brian's site location. Six miles west of Daysland off of Highway 13, on Range Road 172. Turn right on RR172, drive 1/4 mile north, Brian's is the second place on the east side of the road. Blue sign at the gate is 45529172. Available are: 22 7-inch pots @ $7 for the lot; 22 8-inch post @ $8 for the lot, 26 10-inch pots @ $8.50 for the lot, 107 4-inch pots @ $5 total (or $4 for a stack of 20). One box of 4 unmatched posts @ $4.50 for the lot, one box of six different sizes @ $4.25 for the lot. 118 2-gallon pots @ $5.75 for the lot, and 186 1-gallon pots at $5.25 for the lot.
——————————½ Section Pastureland NE 35 & NW 36-41-10-W4 located south of Hardisty in the Battle River valley at RR 101 & TWP RD 420. Fenced, cross-fenced, mix of seeded and tame grass with large dug-out, pumping system, full power on site with gravel revenue. Call Mike Golka REMAX River City 780-914-9889 MLS#’s E4447511 & E4447499 tfnc
CARDOF OF THANKS CARD THANKS —————————Our family would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for the overwhelming support and love we received during the loss of our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and auntie, Theone Jones. We deeply appreciate the care and kindness shown by the nurses, doctors, and staff of St. Mary’s Hospital and the Tofield Health Centre. Your compassion and dedication brought comfort to our mother and our family during a difficult time, and we will never forget the gentle attention you provided. In addition, we are also deeply grateful to Rev. Carolyn Woodall and Weber Funeral Home for their guidance and support in helping us celebrate her life with dignity and warmth. Special thank you to the Tofield Golden Girls for preparing and serving a comforting lunch that brought our family together and gave us a cherished moment to share memories and support one another. We are truly touched by all the visits, calls, texts, cards, food, flowers, and donations received from friends, family, and the wider community. Your generosity and thoughtfulness will always be remembered. The Jones and Berrecloth families ———————————————— The Residents of Vialta Lodge would like to thank the Viking Elves for thinking of everyone and also Viking Pharmacy for thinking of us. Thank you. COMING EVENTS COMING EVENTS —————————Bible Baptist Institute Join us for Old fashioned Hymns, Teaching, Preaching. All are welcome. Meeting at Viking United Church Sundays Noon to 2 pm.
FOR SALE FOR SALE —————————•Tanaka Pro Force 305 6 inch Ice Auger, carrying case, manual, and spare plug •Husquavarna 55 Rancher Chainsaw, 18" bar, spare chain, and case - good condition •GE 24 inch front-load dishwasher (NOS) Model GLD4209L15WW $350 for each item, OBO. Call 780-888-1336
FOR RENT RENT FOR —————————House for Rent or Sale in Viking. 3 Bedroom, 2.5 baths. No smoking or pets. Available immediately. Call 780-385-0626. 51/01c
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———————LIFEGUARDS The Killam Pool is hiring Lifeguards for the upcoming season! Qualifications required: Intermediate First Aid National Lifeguard Certification We offer competitive wages and a great team environment. To apply: Email your résumé to ckinzer@town.killam.ab.ca or drop it off at the Killam AgriPlex. For more information, call 780-385-3080. ———————————————— ARENA CLEANING CREW & JR. B GAME CREW The Killam AgriPlex is hiring for our Arena Cleaning Crew and Jr. B Game Crew positions. We are looking for dependable, hardworking individuals to join our team for the upcoming season. To apply: Send your résumé to ckinzer@town.killam.ab.ca or drop off a copy at the Killam AgriPlex. For more information, call 780-385-3080.
SERVICES SERVICES ——————————Drywall Taping/ Ceiling Texturing Experienced Killam drywall taper/texturer here to help you with any job, big or small. Don't want to do it yourself? Give me a call! Murray Cholowsky Flagstaff Taping & Texturing Call or text at 780-385-1251 ———————————————— Town & Country Guardian Drugs Main Street Killam We have: •a colour photocopier. •cold pop and fresh snacks. •a great selection of giftware, houseware, fragrances, clothing, toys, games, plush animals and more. •a big selection of greeting cards. •stationery. •seasonal gifts •vitamins, minerals, supplements •free gift wrapping •prescription service 6 days a week. ———————————————— ALL YOUR PRINTING NEEDS with Caribou Publishing (owner of your local paper) From Business Cards to Books and everything in between! production.cp@gmail.com Book Soon - Deadlines before New Year’s Delivery are fast approaching (doesn’t apply to current jobs already in progress) ———————————————— Painting Quality Residential and Commercial Interior Painting. Betty Tkaczyk 780-632-8749 ———————————————— Flagstaff Family and Community Services offers Community Wellness Facilitator support: connections, referrals, and prevention services for individuals and families. Call 780-385-3976 for help today in Flagstaff County, confidential and welcoming.
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2025 Year in Review Part 2: a year in pictures FRESS PHOTO - Sedgewick building fire January 2025
CP PHOTO - Robbie Burns Night in Killam January 2025
CP PHOTO -Family Day Archery in Heisler February 2025
SUBMITTED PHOTO -Hardisty - Hoofin it for Laura May 2025 CP PHOTO -Forestburg’s Curtain Call Theatre ‘Death by Golf” February 2025
CP PHOTO -Flagstaff Food Bank Chairs past and present April 2025
CP PHOTO -DaysArts ‘Becoming the Beatles’ March 2025
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PRESS PHOTO - Killam Street Fair with RCMP June 2025
PRESS PHOTO - Hardisty Sunflower farm and Corn Maze - August 2025
PRESS PHOTO - Hardisty Street Fair Fire hose fun July 2025
PRESS PHOTO - Daysland School - Lose a dare, kiss a pig! September 2025
SUBMITTED PHOTO Flagstaff County Peace Officer Al Doutre at Charity Checkstop December 2025.
DEAN FAHNER PHOTO - Young hunter near Sedgewick - October 2025.
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ontributed to allow theese purchases to happen, thank you. To everyone who has co We cannot provide the care we do without your generosity. If you are willing to makke a donation for future good, please use the form below b or drop by our offi ffice at 5920-51 592 0 -551 Avenue,, Daysland.
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