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Mini Highland cows visit with Killam’s Long Term Care residents
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Adamson Mini Moos brightened the day of residents at the Killam Long Term Care on the morning of Wednesday, Dec. 10, with their three mini highland cattle, Joey, Belle, and Rue. See more inside!
Hardisty Charter School application approved Leslie Cholowsky Editor
Hardisty’s application for a charter school has been granted conditional approval. The approval is for a Kindergarten to Grade 6 Charter School, located in Hardisty, to commence operations as soon as September 2026. Charter School Board Chair and President Blake Moser says, “This is the first step, and it will take community wide support to make reopening our school possible.” Moser addressed the community over the weekend on social media, saying, “This is exciting news - but it is also the point where the real work begins. Over the next nine months, our community will need to come together if we are serious about reopening our school.” Moser further said that in the coming weeks, the volunteer board will need to submit detailed plans to Alberta Education, including operational plans, financial projections, clearly defined school goals and student outcomes, and curriculum planning aligned with the Alberta
Program of Studies. “More importantly, we now need strong and visible community support.” He says that support comes in two key ways, “Firm enrollment commitments from families who intend to send their children to the school; and Financial contributions from the broader community.” Moser adds, “We recognize that asking for donations is not ideal, but the reality is that this project will only succeed if it is properly funded from the beginning. A strong financial position is critical to hiring staff, equipping the school, and meeting Alberta Education’s requirements.” He says over the next few weeks the school board will be launching a school website, delivering information packages to Hardisty and surrounding communities, and providing clear details on what the school is; how to registered students, and how to support the school financially. Moser says there is a tentative plan to launch a large community fundraising event this spring, with more details to come.
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Leslie Cholowsky Editor
The Killam/Forestburg RCMP Detachment recently made an announcement that on Sept. 3 of this year, police received a report of sexual interference, by a 39year-old man, involving a 14-year-old girl. RCMP say an investigation was conducted by Viking RCMP, with assistance from Alberta RCMP Eastern Alberta District General Investigation Section. “After a detailed investigation a search warrant was executed and the suspect was arrested on Nov. 21. “The investigation revealed that the initial contact occurred when the suspect added the victim on social media, pretending to be a 17-year-old boy in order to lure the victim to his place.”
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Resident of Forestburg charged in child sexual assault investigation RCMP say as a result of the investigation, Roger Zotzman, 39, a resident of Forestburg, was charged with: Sexual assault while choking; sexual interference, invitation to sexual touching; and Luring a child. Zotzman was brought before a justice of the peace and released on conditions. He is to appear before the Alberta Court of Justice in Killam on Feb. 3, 2026. “We want to thank those who came forth to report this incident as well as the victim for being brave enough to speak with us,” said Cpl. Bole of the Killam/Forestburg RCMP. “We also want to take the time to remind everyone that not all is as it seems on the internet and to make sure you are being safe when interacting with people you do not know.”
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Palace Theatre hopping with visiting and local entertainers Leslie Cholowsky Editor
The Palace Theatre in Daysland has been hopping lately, not just with their own concert series, where they just welcomed veteran performer John Wort
Hannam to open the 2025-26 Concert Series. Hannam played on Wednesday, Dec. 3, to an appreciative crowd. Then this past weekend, on Sunday, local choir Radiant Harmony held their annual Christmas Concert.
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Proposed changes to Alberta electoral boundaries see Hardisty as part of Drumheller-Stettler Leslie Cholowsky Editor
Alberta has an Electoral Boundaries Commission, an independent commission established to make proposals to the Legislative Assembly in order to keep electoral divisions fair and similar in population for the next provincial election. The Chair of the Commission is appointed by the Lieutenant Government, and this last March, Justice Dallas K. Miller was appointed. Other Commission members include Greg Clark John D. Evans, KC Julian Martin, and Susan Sampson. The commission’s function is to review existing electoral boundaries and make recommendations/proposals. This commission was tasked with increasing the overall number of electoral divisions to 89, up from 87. Each division’s population must be no more or no less than 25 per cent different of the average of all the proposed electoral divisions. Divisions must also take into account communities of interest, geographical features, and the desirability of understandable and clear boundaries. The Commission held public meetings throughout the province in May and June, in preparation of presenting a first report to the speaker of the Legislature, which was done Oct. 28. This report outlines proposed electoral divisions. Only nine electoral divisions in the province had no changes suggested in the first report. The proposed new Drumheller-Stettler division.
Both Camrose and Drumheller-Stettler have fairly significant changes proposed that would impact Flagstaff County and the Town of Hardisty. In the proposed new electoral divisions, the Camrose constituency’s east boundary, instead of being just east of Hardisty along the Battle River, would instead end at Secondary Highway 872, putting everything east of that line into Drumheller-Stettler. As part of the process, public consultation meetings were held, the closest to Flagstaff County was Wainwright, with another held in Drumheller. At a meeting held in June, Brian Golka and Adrian Zinck made presentations that the commission reconsider the use of landmarks, like the Battle River, and use instead roadways. Golka said to the commission that the present divider between Camrose and Drumheller is a river. “Now maybe 50 years ago a river was more important, but I think you need to start dividing by roadways, major roads, instead of rivers.” He added, “It doesn’t really matter if you have a county that is in two or three different areas.” Commission members were very open to the idea during the discussion, and brought up the question of population, saying that the Drumheller-Stettler electoral division needed more people. In its interim report, the Commission says, “This electoral division admittedly has an unusually low population compared to the rest of rural Southern Alberta. However, we consider this reasonable given the common interest of the constituent communities as well
The proposed new Camrose electoral division cuts off at Secondary Highway 872 to the east, moving Hardisty into the Drumheller-Stettler division. as their including the Special Areas in Alberta, where the link between constituents and the Provincial Government is greater than in traditional municipalities. “Moreover, the Commissioners could not draw a satisfactory map of rural Southern Alberta that did not have one electoral division whose population was not at least approaching the 25 per cent variance.” As such, the Commission reported: “First, it is recommended that portions of Flagstaff County east of Highway 872, notably the Town of Hardisty, be moved to Drumheller-Stettler. “These areas are far from the City of Camrose, and this recommended change is required for Drumheller-Stettler to comply with s. 15(1) of the Act.” Section 15(1) deals with population. The target range of population for effective representation is between 41,198 (25 per cent below) and 68,662 (25 per cent above) per electoral division. The Commission also recommended, for Camrose, that “Second, it is recommended that portions of Beaver and Camrose Counties as well as portions of Leduc County east of Highway 21, if north of Highway 625/Township Road 504 and east of Highway 814 even if south of Highway 625 (but excluding all of the City of Beaumont), be moved to Camrose from Maskwacis-Wetaskiwin and Leduc-Beaumont. “The changes regarding Beaver and Camrose Counties unite Beaver and Camrose Counties and were advocated for by Chris Robinson and Adam Zinck. “In sum, this electoral division brings together Camrose County, Beaver County, almost all of Flagstaff County, portions of Leduc County with a connection to Camrose, and all constituent municipalities. These areas bear signif-
icant commonalities in rural, centraleast Alberta. This electoral division will enable effective representation.” Hardisty Mayor Brett Baumgartner says that he heard about the proposed changes recently by word-of-mouth. He says, “We have had meetings in the past with the current MLA in Drumheller Stettler, Nate Horner, on different issues that he has helped us with. Being right on the border of the boundary I feel it will be an easy transition to switch should the changes go through.” The proposed change would put the Hardisty Terminal entirely within one constituency, Drumheller-Stettler, rather than being cut in two along the river. The Commission says, “A repeated concern that the Commission heard is that representing rural electoral divisions is more challenging than representing urban electoral divisions. “This is not only because of challenges in communication and the difficulty in traversing vast rural territory and driving distances. Rural MLAs also need to correspond with and attend events in multiple municipalities and multiple school boards. ” There was one rural electoral division the Commission decided to remove entirely; the Rimbey-Rocky Mountain House-Sundre constituency has had its territory divided between five neighbouring electoral divisions. Now that the report has been made public, a Final report is due March 28, 2026. Prior to that, the Commission will conduct additional hearings, mostly virtually, with Virtual hearings for Central Alberta being held Jan. 15, and two on Jan. 16. Until Dec. 19, written submissions can be made to the Commission, online at: abebc.ca/your-voice/
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OPINION
Op Ed: Tone down the online humblebragging 2025 has been, to put it mildly, chaotic. The year has been a continuation of technological disruption and its social consequences, alongside the ongoing effects of climate change and global instability, all of which impact us. Against this backdrop, one behaviour stands out as especially tone-deaf and harmful: the growing culture of social-media bragging and ‘humblebragging.’ If I were the supreme ruler of all things social media, I’d take inspiration from the government’s requirement that cigarette packages and advertisements display prominent health-risk warnings about the harmful effects of smoking by mandating a visible warning before logging on to any social-media site, when posting or commenting. It’s worth considering why such a warning feels appropriate. Spend a few minutes browsing your social feeds, and you’ll find countless examples of humblebragging. You’ll see posts from family, friends, work colleagues and acquaintances starting with “humbled by,” “thrilled at,” “honoured by,” and the like, followed by announcements of a new position or achievement. Such posts are little more than a façade of modesty, acting humble after achieving success. While ‘humble-bragging’ is prevalent on social-media sites, a close second in prevalence is overt bragging, with people using social media to openly brag about their latest vacation, house purchase, new car or expensive restaurant meal. Social media has made self-promotion more convenient than ever; consequently, we’ve turned ourselves into narcissists en masse. It’s understandable to feel that if you don’t brag, you risk being ignored or forgotten - the ultimate social-media failure. Nonetheless, consider how posting “Look at me! I’m in Aruba!” or “Look at the steak dinner I’m having at La Tête d’Or” or “Check out me and my friends at the Bruno Mars concert” might affect those who don’t have the financial privilege you have, a privilege that can rapidly vanish with a hike in interest rates or a meeting invite from Human Resources. While feeling proud of one’s accomplishments is normal, it takes on a different tone when you intentionally craft a post to highlight what you have or what you can afford, or put it on credit to make it look as though you can afford it. Let’s be honest: when someone posts to humblebrag or overtly brag, their aim isn’t to spread happiness but to evoke envy and seek admiration and approval from others, many of whom are strangers. As more people fall through the cracks, a philosophical question arises: To what extent are you responsible for your actions on social media and their effects on others? If you knew that posting a photo of you leaning against your new car could make those without the means to buy a new car feel depressed or inadequate, would you still post the photo? Is it necessary for the world, especially those who are unemployed or worried about their jobs, to know that you and your family are spending Christmas at Disneyland? Are you posting to inform your followers, most of whom are strangers, or are you posting to brag about what you have that they may not have? These moments reveal how quickly sharing turns into comparison. Whether it’s the holiday season or not, bragging on social media has transformed social platforms from spaces of community into arenas of competition. Think about parents who, because of persistent inflation, are struggling to make ends meet and can’t make Christmas magical for their children. Consider those who have been laid off and are navigating a fiercely competitive job market, or those who are worried about their jobs. Of course, you’re entitled to post whatever you want; it’s the World Wide Web, after all. However, in the spirit of human empathy, consider toning down your online bragging this holiday season. Appreciate what you have without posting, “Look at what I have!” or “Look at what I can do!” Now is a good time to cultivate quiet happiness and thankfulness. Unless there’s a compelling reason, there’s no need this holiday season to post what many others don’t have. © Troy Media. NICK KOSSOVAN
Camrose MLA Jackie Lovely made a member’s statement in the Legislature on Monday, Dec. 8, speaking to copper theft. She said, “Copper theft has become a growing issue in my Camrose constituency. “Just this past month the Friends of the Battle River Rail in Forestburg were the targets of copper wire theft, forcing them to cancel their annual Christmas market. “This type of story has become all too common, not only in my constituency but across Alberta. Thieves will steal copper and other precious metals wherever they can be found, quickly reselling them to unscrupulous buyers who won’t question where it came from.” Lovely said this is why Alberta’s government has made amendments to the Scrap Metal Dealers and Recyclers Identification Act. “To make it easier for law enforcment to target the theft and trafficking of illicit scrap metal, quickly bringing offenders to justice.”
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Competition is fierce in Mixed Bowling in Sedgewick Sedgewick’s Mixed Bowling is rolling hot as the competition heats up. This week for the ladies, Nicole Nychyporuk rolled ladies high single, 199, and high triple, at 506. That earned her Ladies Bowler of the Week with +56! On the Men’s side, Richard Erickson rolled high single at 238, and high triple of 651. Garry Klein kept hold of Men’s high average, at 207, and Jamie Beausoleil earned Bowler of the Week, at +95. The scorecards were full of black marks, as Richard Erickson, Andrew Plan, Daren Lien, and Jason Backen all rolled three strikes in a row; Sherri Leslie, Nicole Nychyporuk, Chris Davis, and Garry Klein rolled
three spares in a row, and Roger Maertz rolled four spares in a row. Bryce Hume rolled the TV Shot; and Frank Leslie was the weekly winner of a free pizza from MidTown Pizza in Lougheed. The Pin Twisters earned team high single at +130, and the Bad Apples rolled team high triple at +308, but the Rolling Stones rolled uphill to the top with 51 points overall. In morning adult bowling, Sheila Tanton rolled both the ladies high single of 189, and high triple of 520. Carol Lucas retained Ladies high average, at 184, and Deb Smith earned Ladies Bowler of the Week with +47.
Daren Lien rolled high for the men, with a high single of 322, and high triple of 669. Garry Klein kept hold of Men’s high average, at 209, and Men’s Bowler of the Week was Lorne Storbakken with a +34. Team Johnson rolled high single, of +156, while Team Klein rolled high triple, at +174. Team Burden kept hold of the lead, however, with 35 points. Garry Klein and John Tiffinger rolled three strikes in a row, while Daren Lien and Carol Lucas each rolled three spares in a row. Jean Frost came out nowhere in Ladies Bowling last week, rolling high single of 223, and high triple of 585. She rolled three strikes in a
row, and three spares in a row, along with Alisyn Wood. Alisyn earned Bowler of the Week with a +58 finish. Verna Erickson retained Ladies high average, at 174. Alley Oops had a strong night, with team high single at +178, and team high triple of +215, but it wasn’t enough to overtake the Pin Pals, currently in the lead with 39 points. In Youth Bowling, the Bowlasaurus Girls Nevaeh King rolled the high single of 67 and high double of 121, while Rayna Erickson holds high average at 70. In Bantam Girls, Stella Erikssen holds high single of 115, high triple of 311, and a high average of 104.
Damian Sturges holds the high single of 167, high triple of 372, and high average of 106 in Bantam Boys. In Junior Boys, Ambrose Kroetsch rolled to a 153 high single, 351 high triple, and holds an average of 87. In Senior Boys, Thomas Bruce holds a high single of 145, high triple of 383, and high average at 138. For Junior Girls Jaylynn Watt holds high single of 164, high triple of 395, and a high average of 110. In Senior girls, Willow Odegard holds high single of 160, high triple of 397, and a high average at 154.
Sedgewick Sabres gain points on weekend with two wins Leslie Cholowsky Editor
Friday, Dec. 12, saw the Sedgewick Sabres host the Delburne Outlaws in Sedgewick, where the two teams played to a 3-2 win for the Sabres. Clay Lang opened the scoring for Sedgewick on a power play,
assisted by Keaton Holinaty and Carter Ortman, then Delburne tied things up mid-period for a 1-1 tie heading into the second. Delburne scored another in the second to go ahead briefly 2-1, before Holinaty scored, from Landon Eskra and Ortman to tie it up heading into the final period.
Spencer McClements scored the winning goal for the Sabres with less than 30 seconds left in the game, from Holinaty and Lang. Travis Child got the win in goal; shots were 41-22 in favour of the Sabres. The next night the Sabres hit the road to Forestburg, where the
two local teams played out to a 4-0 win for Sedgewick. Kyler Bergseth scored the first goal of the game with a couple of minutes left in the first period, from Clay Lang and Porter Lang to take the lead. In the second period, the Sabres Chase Schatschneider scored on a power play, from
Holinaty and Clay Lang to go ahead 2-0. Another power play goal, this time from Carter Ortman, assisted by Curtis McKinlay, put the Sabres ahead 3-0 heading into the final period. Clay Lang scored, from McKinlay, on a power play to give the Sabers a 4-0 final. Continued on Page 9
The Viking Lions Club would like to THANK the following Sponsors of the Lions Club Farms for 2025 Major Sponsors: Wild Rose Co-op Viking P&H Viking Other Sponsors: Dwayne Andrashewki/Double Bumps Seed Kittle Seed Farm Point Forward Lions Club Members from McLean Farm and Naslund Holdings who donated their valuable time, equipment, and knowledge during the busy growing season and harvest. Due to their support, the Viking Lions Club was able to Pledge $20,000 to the Viking Ag Society fundraising efforts for much-needed furnace replacement. Last year's crop helped to allow the Lions Club to donate a total of $32,746.50 to the following groups: Viking Ag. Society Clover Lodge Alt Vi Ronald McDonald House Viking Curling Club Viking Skating Club Viking School Beaver District 4-H Viking Gas Kings Viking Gymnastics Club Diabetes Association of Alberta Viking Fish & Wildlife (LOAF) Lions of Alberta Foundation Viking Historical Society Dog Guides of Canada Viking Elementary Swim Viking Dance Inspirations Viking Golf and Country Club Viking Preschool Camp He Ho Ha It also allowed us to provide hot dogs and refreshments on Family Day and Teddy Bear Picnic. And also a shelter on the north end of the Viking Walking Track, to sit and rest or to get out of the elements, overlooking the "Naslund Farm" portion of our operation; the "Hafso Farm" portion is east of town on Highway 14 on the south side - look for the signs.
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New Year’s Eve celebration coming up in Alliance with The River Jacks Diane Dammann Alliance P. 780-879-3970 E. petendia@gmail.com
Argyle WI held their annual meeting and windup party on Wednesday. Grace Reister continues as president, Randy Wickstrom is vice president, Odette Dionne is still treasurer and I, Diane Dammann, am the new secretary. Secret Sisters were revealed and new ones drawn for 2026. A motion was made that each member pays five dollars for dues, and the branch pays the rest for dues to the Province, National, and International. We went to the Valley Inn for lunch then back
for the party. We had six guests, so my favorite introduction game was played. Each person chooses a length of string, not knowing what it is for, then they must tell a fact about themselves with each wrapping around two fingers. Santa Daze on Saturday dawned clear and cold. The Christmas Market and lunch at the hall were surprisingly quite well attended although we did miss the train crowd. The train hasn’t been repaired since the vandalism. Bree Johnston and daughters, Daisy and Iris had booked the train ride, but they came from Paradise Valley anyway to attend the Santa Daze and meet up with Bree’s mom, Laura Johnston from Forestburg. Bob Rossler
came from Hanna for Santa Daze. He and his wife Joan used to be regulars at our markets. They made wooden toys. Joan passed away two years ago, and Bob is now in the Manor and quite bored. Lorraine and Gord Bernard came from Calgary to visit Jason and family and attend Santa Daze. Ron and Donna Steir of Lloydminster are in town staying at Dale and Betty Stoner’s. Donna, Betty, and Darlene Ward are sisters. I had heard rumours that Forestburg Meats was open under new ownership. Well living proof was at the Market. Braden Kuefler and family had a selection of sausages, and jerky for sale and sampling. They started up midAugust and are going full
tilt doing pigs and lamb on Tuesday and beef on Wednesday. Braden was telling me about the machine they have for scalding and removing hair on the pigs. They have 10 employees. Andrew Boxma of Castor was the winner of the Ag Society raffle for $500 of meat. The Ag Society helps Santa with the hayride and candy bags. Santa rides the wagon and comes to the hall to hear the children’s wish lists. Natalie Thomas asked for a penguin with a doughnut around the middle. Several Alliance phone lists were sold making those whose names were not on it submit their numbers. Yvonne Boy is 780-6796342, Jeannot Boisvert is 780-679-6502, Jason Bernard is 780-608-4240,
Kristin Hopps is 780-2310601. There were some turkeys left over from the curl or bowl a turkey which the Ag Society is donating to the Food Bank. Colleen Rombough’s brother Dan Gorcak and wife Joy came from Veteran for a visit. I met up with them at the cantata on Sunday. Wednesday afternoon the Friends of the Library will have a cookie exchange at the library. They decorated cookies at the arena on Santa Daze with the children. ECA Community Choir presented A Holy Night, their Christmas cantata on Sunday afternoon to an appreciative audience at the United Church. The first selection was “Clear was the Night” ac-
companied by flute. It was lovely. There were 20 singers, conductor Steven Penner, pianist, Betty Spady, and narrator, Roger Spady. They performed at Coronation last week, here on Sunday afternoon then on to Castor for an evening performance and one more later at the lodge. So much talent, so much work, and so much enjoyment! The Christmas concert in Alliance at the Church is Friday night. I have quite a few performers lined up. It should be a great evening. Cocoa and oranges served after. I wish each and every one of you a Merry Christmas. Next up will be the New Year’s Eve Dance with the River Jacks. Check the classified in this paper for details!
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Well hello folks. This will be the last column for the year 2025. I imagine that you all are very busy rushing around planning parties, buying gifts, decorating your homes and trying to make the season special for your family and friends. Do we humans really need all of that? Of course not Humans are really not that complicated. There
are a few simple ways to honour, affirm, and celebrate life that includes all of us. No matter how educated, rich or poor you are we all want to feel loved and have a reason for existing. Loving words build and heal relationships. What others need from us is to know that they are cared for, their good deeds inspire gratitude, and that others love them. It really is that simple. And just because they hear such sentiments on Monday doesn’t mean they won’t need to hear it again on Tuesday.
This is the primary reason why words that heal and inspire must be repeated again and again as said by Rabbi Joseph Telushein. “Loving words come from finding the good in others. People need to be appreciated. It is that simple!” The 5 A’s of healthy Communication: Attention - Pay attention to the other person and their needs. Say something kind and uplifting; Appreciation - Say “thank you” more often, even for things we have come accustomed to receiving from our loved
ones, like a hug or a kiss. Ask what are your concerns, hopes, joys and what can I do to help? Affection - Has anyone ever complained about being told “I love you,” or hearing “you are the best honey,” too many times? Affirm - As in acknowledging, building up character and be the cheering section for that one person you care about so much. Affirm friendships. The
word ‘friend’ is one of the most powerful positive words in the English language. So folks, in this Christmas season remember to be kind, remember to laugh. Like Alan Alda from MASH said,”When people are laughing they are generally not killing one another,” or as Woody Allen said,”I am thankful for laughter except when the milk comes out of my
nose.” So in summary give a hug, share a smile, a compliment. It costs nothing but is worth the world to someone. Remember you are valued and appreciated. You are loved. MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR TO EACH AND EVERYONE! See you in 2026.... Ricci Matthews
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And just like that another week has come and gone. Last week of school is here and then it’s Christmas break. The Christmas Concert for CHSPS is held on Wednesday. Come on out! I’m looking forward to reading the letters to Santa in the Christmas edition. It’s always a highlight! The Alliance Valley Ski Hill will be open just in time for Christmas break as well. Get your ski gear ready! The Sedgewick Library is organizing a Community Christmas card. Simply visit the library during their opening hours and participate with a small donation. Our librarian, Barb, loves to create diamond
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Child got the win in goal again; shots were 55-18 for the Sabres. On Sunday the Jets hosted the Oyen Eagles in Hughenden. Nick Laporte put the Jets on the scoreboard first, from Jesse Damberger and Brady Johnson in the first minute of the game. Jackson Pasztor made it 2-0 unassisted. Oyen came back with two goals to tie things up, then Cameron Dion scored a late-period goahead goal, from Damberger and Brennan Anholt, to take a 302 lead. In the second period, the Jets scored the only goal, by Hayden McQuaid, assisted by Brant Johnson, to make to 402. In the final period, Oyen scored on a power play to come within one. Nick Laporte scored an
dots, and if you’re looking for a special looking Christmas card or book mark, there’s a whole table displayed and available for purchase! Makes for a great stocking stuffer! The Sedgewick Business Association is hosting one more event before the holidays. Visit them at the Hive on Saturday as they offer a hot chocolate bar, sleigh rides, Santa pictures and crafts with the library. The winner of their most recent colouring contest was Kipton Hardon. They are also looking for the best decorated house in Sedgewick. Stay tuned for that announcement! My friend gifted me with a concert ticket to ‘Christmas with Johnny Reid’ for my birthday back in August. The concert was on Sunday and it was a fabulous time! My first time at the Winspear Centre and what a stunning venue it was.
A sold-out crowd enjoyed singing along with Johnny Reid, his band, and the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. It truly was an amazing show! We were lucky enough to find a table at the Sherlock Holmes Pub for supper before the show. Another first for me! It was a wonderful evening all around! Johnny Reid is planning on coming back next year. If you are a fan, I highly recommend it! As this year comes closer to an end I’ve been trying to think back on how long I have been writing this column. My debut column was in January 2019. When I first started I couldn’t imagine how many of my predecessors had been doing this for 10 years plus! Yet here I am finishing off year seven. And I wanted to thank you, the readers! Your subscriptions, or weekly purchases of The Community Press, and all those that advertise
within the paper, THANK YOU! Thank you for continuing to give this newspaper a place in the 21st century. Thank you for supporting local, the art of writing, and news reporting! Merry Christmas to all! Sparkle in the Park got pushed forward a week due to inclement weather, so it will start this Friday! Here’s a bit of Killam News from Lois Prichard. Killam Seniors and guests enjoyed a Christmas Turkey Supper on Thursday, Dec. 11. There were 30 in attendance to enjoy the evening with the banquet catered to by Carol’s Catering. A happy birthday song was sung to President Laraine Russell and Joe Kelndorfer took home the 50/50 pot. Come out and enjoy coffee, tea, and friendship every morning, Monday to Saturday, at 10 a.m. at the Killam Seniors Centre.
empty netter late in the period to make it 5-3, then Jesse Damberger scored in the final minute of the game, in an empty net, from Wyatt Johnson
for a 6-3 final. Wyatt Johnson got the win in goal for the Jets; shots were 31-25 in favour of the Jets. Saturday, Dec. 20 will
see the Forestburg Flyers on the road to Stettler, and the Sabres heading to Hughenden to take on the Jets. For the local teams, these will be the last games until the new year.
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Golden Prairie 4-H members prepare for year ahead
Members of the Golden Prairie 4-H cooking project made Stained Glass Cookies for Christmas.
Sasha Weiss Club Reporter
On Dec. 10 the Golden Prairie 4-H club held its third meeting of the 2025-26 4-H year. The pledge was led by Sasha, and Wyatt. All members who were there answered the roll call, “What are your Christmas plans?” There were three minor additions to the agenda; we had to add LEGO to our project lists, talk about the club trip, and also talk about adding a float in the Daysland Christmas Parade. Simone read the minutes from our last meeting, which was on Nov. 12. Our treasurer, Julia, gave her report for November's activities. Sasha, our club reporter, wrote her monthly report and sent it to The Community Press. Main Leader speaking, Wendy talked about the prices for possible places to hold District Public Speaking, and Andra-Lynn went over prices for rentals and ski passes for our club trip. Old Business: Sasha, Jayden, Julia, Joelle, Lexi told the club how fun
Intermediate winter camp was. Simone, Eva, and Sasha talked about the Daysland Christmas market and Jayden, Aleesa, Joelle, and Lexi talked about the Heisler and Forestburg Christmas markets. New Business: The date for the Junior SidWalker trip changed to Feb. 13. Public Speaking workshop, will be on Jan. 21 at the Heisler Recreational Centre. The club Christmas Party is on Jan. 10 also at the Heisler Rec Center, we will be bowling (1-4 p.m.). Project Reports:
•Foods-Sasha, Wells, Joelle; •Photography-Simone, Caroline; •Small Engines- No report as there was no meeting; •Woodworking- No report as there was no meeting; •Busking-Simone, Joelle, Lexi, Jayden, Aleesa, Julia, Caroline; •Crocheting-Sasha, Lexi, Joelle, Jayden, Aleesa; •Horse-Julia, Eva; •Creative Options (lego)-Maverick, Crystal. The meeting was adjourned at 7:45. The next
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Council Meeting All regular l Fllagstaff ff County Councilil meetings shall commence at 9 a.m. in the Council Chambers of the County administration building. Council meetings shall be held once per month, unless amended by resolution of Council.
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Council Highlights Regular Council Meeting of December 10, 2025 Council Highlights briefly identify decisions made by Council. Council encourages its residents, businesses and stakeholders to keep in touch with Council news. 2025 Accounts Receivable — Uncollectible (December) Council approved the write-off of the outstanding accounts 4921 and 2000 for a total amount of $2,509.45. 2024-25 PERC Application Council confirmed that the outstanding taxes in the years 2024 and 2025 for the following companies have been expensed as a bad debt: x Alpha Bow Energy Ltd. - $1,639,875.33; x Pismo Energy Ltd. - $83,973.55; x Blue Sky Resources Ltd. - $329,355.81; x Cleo Energy Corp - $386,046.48; x Long Run Explorations - $558,522.87; x Revitalize Energy Inc. - $1,617.84; x Westdrum Energy - $12,224.14. And further that an application be made for the Provincial Education Requisition Credit (PERC) and Designated Industrial Requisition Credit (DIRC) on the above properties with the understanding that upon collection of any of the above taxes Flagstaff County is obligated to remit the appropriate education property tax to the Alberta School Foundation Fund: x 2024 PERC - $215,536.76; x 2024 DIRC - $6,669.93; x 2025 PERC - $203,985.98; x 2025 DIRC - $4,627.55.
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Hardisty Hospital Auxiliary receives BRCF grant funds
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Fav. Team: Colorado Avalanche Fav. Hockey Player: Curtis Nigh The Battle River Community Foundation awarded $1,650 in grants to the Hardisty General Hospital Auxiliary Guild. According to Auxiliary Secretary Christie Love, “The Hardisty Auxiliary plays a crucial role in supporting local healthcare initiatives and enriching the lives of our long-term care (LTC) residents through fundraising and volunteer efforts. We are incredibly grateful for the funding we received from the Battle River Community Foundation, which has allowed us to acquire a muchneeded ultrasound machine for the Hardisty Health Centre's Emergency Department. “This vital equipment will not only enhance the quality of care provided by our dedicated medical professionals but also significantly benefit the community members of Hardisty. “With this support, we are empowered to deliver timely and accurate diagnoses, ultimately ensuring the health and well-being of our community." The Auxiliary takes as its commitment, according to its website, “to provide comfort and an improved quality of life for LTC residents…. To promote and provide health related educational opportunities for young people …. To en-
courage volunteerism …. To assist the Health Centre during times of crisis…. And to purchase equipment and furnishings….” The Auxiliary accomplishes these noteworthy goals through fundraising, volunteer programs, including for students, and a list of other activities such as holding a weekly bingo, helping with Handivan outings, and providing support for special occasions such as the Christmas Party. The grants for the Hardisty General Hospital Auxiliary Guild are provided by the Darell and Winnie Goodrich Memorial Fund, the Hardisty Long Term Care Fund, and the Harold and Aimee Moody Memorial Fund. The Battle River Community Foundation exists to support organizations in east central Alberta that benefit the local communities and positively impact the future. Grants from the Battle River Community Foundation are primarily made possible through the generosity of individual donors and organizations that have created endowment funds. The principal of these endowment funds is kept intact, and the income is made available annually to support local projects and organ-
izations. Since it was founded in 1995, the Battle River Community Foundation has granted over $9,891,300 to support charitable activities in the Battle River Region.
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OBITUARIES Jason Belanger
Jason (Ole) was born on July 11, 1980, in Killam, Alberta, to Leonard (Jake) Hopfe and Angele Belanger. He left us far too soon on December 1, 2025, at the age of 45.
Jason was the guy friends called when they needed a good time or a lending hand - whether it was fixing something, moving something, or just sharing a cold drink and a story. He loved his family and friends and had a passion for riding his motorcycle, sled, dirt bike, and anything else that went really fast. He also enjoyed camping, fishing, and hunting. He shared those passions with his family and
friends, and those memories will be forever in our hearts. He is survived by his three sons, Ryan McLaughlin (Brook Constable), Deagen McLaughlin, and Nixon McLaughlin, along with their mother, Lisa McLaughlin. He is also survived by his father Jake, his mother Angele, sisters Heather (Bella) and Ashley (Taiten, Riley, Khya), and grandparents Heather and John Geerligs.
Wheaties lose a close one in OT on the road Leslie Cholowsky Editor
The Killam Jr. B Wheat Kings travelled to Wainwright on Saturday, Dec. 13, for what seems to be their annual December game with the Bisons. The Wheat Kings came out strong, with an early goal from Dylan Kruchten, from Sawyer Fee, to put Killam up by one. Tanner Quinton scored a second goal for the Wheaties, from Spencer Koehli and Jordan Gagnon to take a 2-0 lead at the end of the first.
The Bisons scored early on a power play to make it 2-1 in the second, then scored another in quick succession to tie it 2-2. Another power play put the Bisons ahead 3-2. Jordan Glasier tied things up, from Gagnon and Kruchten, to make it 3-3 with two minutes left in the period but then Wainwright scored a quick one a minute later to take a 4-3 lead heading into the third. Kruchten scored his second of the night, unassisted, on a power play to tie the game mid period. That forced the game
into overtime, with Wainwright scoring the winning goal for a 5-4 finish. Ethan Edwards took the loss in goal for the Wheat Kings; shots were 39-25 in favour of the Bisons. The Wheat Kings will return home this Friday, Dec. 19, where they will host the Vegreville Rangers with an 8 p.m. start. The next night the Wheat Kings hit to the road to Vegreville for the second game of the double-header. That will close out the season until the new year.
Jason leaves behind many special relatives, his in-laws and nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and countless friends who will miss his humor, the twinkle of mischief in his eyes, and that unforgettable giggle and grin. He was predeceased by his grandparents Kathleen and Stan Hopfe, and his uncles Dean and Brent Hopfe.
A Celebration of Life will be held on December 20, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at the Hardisty Community Hall. Family and friends are invited to gather in remembrance of Jason’s life, sharing stories and honoring the legacy he leaves behind. There will be refreshments after the service. In lieu of flowers,
donations in Jason’s memory may be made to the Battle River Community Foundation. Arrangements by Fee and Sons Funeral Home and Crematorium Killam Helping families and their Communities for over 100 years feeandsonsfuneralhome.com
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It is with great sadness and much love that we say goodbye to our beloved Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother Bernice Lewis, who passed away
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December 13, 2025, at the age of 98 years. She will be forever remembered by her sons Wayne (Brenda), Gordie (Kathy), and her daughter Brenda Prichard. Bernice was predeceased by her husband Charlie and her son-in-law Fred Prichard. A Mass of Christian Burial for Bernice will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, December 29, 2025, at St. Joseph Catholic
Church in Killam, Alberta. Memorial donations may be made to the Killam Cemetery or to a Charity of Donor’s Choice. Arrangements by Fee and Sons Funeral Home and Crematorium Killam Helping families and their Communities for over 100 years feeandsonsfuneralhome.com
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We’re again raising money for the Food Bank’s Christmas Sharing Program this year! Cashh or Cheque C only. The Community Press; Stop by The Community Press Eric & Ally Anderson; Kerry, Michelle, Brennan, Garrett in Killam or mail donation Anderson; Murray & Leslie Cholowsky; to: Box 178, Killam, AB Dustin & Alie Moroz; Mic & Irene Kushneryk; Stephen & Christina Kuilboer; Bill & Pat Gair; T0B 2L0. Cheque payable to Roger & Dawn Obrigewitch; Ab & Bev Martin; Flagstaff Christmas Sharing! Mabel, Melvin & Danica Thompson; Aksel Birkjar; James & Mell Hampshire; Diane Dammann; Helen Niehaus; Ken & Karen Schaupmeyer; Shelly & Gary Bromby; Gordie & Rhoda Robbins; Ethan Neufeld; Jim & Velma Armitage; Janice Bishop; John, Gail, Shauna, & Jason Muirhead; Edward & Linda Djos; Sheil & Dallas Schmutz; Al Duncan; Doyle Badry; Edwin & Linda Streich; Ian Malcolm & Karen Robinson; Flagstaff Scottish Club; Judy Muirhead; Norm & Lorraine Congdon; Lorraine Martz; Stan Forster & Vera Engel; Gary Lindseth; Harold, Marilyn, & Scott Haugen; Karen Sorken & Family; Heather, Corbin, & Aspen Snethun; Don & Pat MacKinnon; Ken & Loretta Oliver; Ted & the late Joan Djos; Terrance & Sharon Adams; Galahad & District Lions Club; Glen Lien & Joyce Olson; Fred & Margaret Dibben; Douglas & Shelly Webb; Bryan & Liz Erikssen; Ken & Anne Clough; Dan & Gert Lewis; Ray & Janice Wetmore; Ron & Teresa Beddoes; Larry Gerber; Helen Sather; Carmen Gamache & Marnie Vanderzwan; George & Jean Gabruck; Ron & Eilene Damberger; Daryl & Judy Larson; Brian & Deb Wolbeck; Koreen Golka; Mke & Kathy Golka & Family; Robert & Lois Ponto; Forestburg Chapter #54 Order of the Eastern Star; Murray & Marta Hampshire; JJDK Adventures LTD.; Dave & Karen Waldner; Clara Lewis; David & Joyce Biggs; Doreen Eldey; Norma Bauer; Doreen Herle; Robert Drager; Rose & Nick Gara; Robert Jackson; Ray & Brenda Snethun; Maryann Lewis; Scott Lewis; Marlise & Merlyn Forster; Keith & Sharon Vornbrock; Larry & Kathy Sorenson; Susan Ness; Crone Herefords; Lorraine Snethun; Allan & Louise Child; Eric & Dianne Stenson; Mickey & Viv Sather; Elijah & Darcie Sather & Family; Angela & Norm Hemmerling & Family; Justyn Sather; Keith & Shirley Gillespie; Katie Snethun; Tony Schnettler; Geri Clark; Bruce Armitage; Collin Cumberland; Terri Rombough; Bob & Carol Graham; Dave & Linda Cole; Jean & Ray Jackson; Galahad Health Care Centre Auxiliary Society; Roger Oliver; Wilf & Marlene Buelow; Ernie & Denise Gamroth; Dolores Coates; Lee & Bonnie Whidden; Frank & Anita McGowan; Viv Kortgaard; Donna & Sheldon Tindall; Brady & Ashley Higginson; Rod & Shirley Strauss; Gwen & James Brennan; David & Linda Hooper; Wally Pauls; Daysland & Forestburg Dental Dr. Brian J. Rudosky & Staff; Ray & Dianne Blaeser; Melvin & Bente Lunty; Forestburg Masonic Lodge; Allen & Shirley Ness; Dwight & Marnie Dibben; Maureen Fossen; Pat Cheram; Jackie Paterson; Bruce & Helen Etty; Joanne Lewis; Darren & Joleen Blaeser; Terry & Jean Smiley; Stella Huculak; David & Niki Galletly; Ken & Shawna Fordice; Iris & Andrew Williams; Larry Burden; Chris's Waterwell Service; Rosemary Weeks, Ron Weeks, & Jeann Bergeson; Linda & Richard Mazure and Family; Wyatt & Very Hinkey and Family; Scott & Charlotte Stenson and Family; Irene & Jim Slavik; Ocean Lily, Olivia, Kelly, & Collin Tanton; Elizabeth, Victoria, John, & David Muirhead; Cliff & Vickie Cullum; Ken & Anita Cameron; Sedgewick Seniors Club; Stan & Sharleen Chevraux; Dean & Theresa Armstrong; Jim & Fay Bronson; Rick & Trish Bergseth; Zackery, Emmett, & Amelia Erickson;
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‘Three Wee Kings’ brings the reason for the season at The Living Room in Killam
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On Saturday, Dec. 6, to close out the Christmas at the Crossroads celebrations in Killam, The Living Room Kids presented ‘Three Wee Kings,” A Christmas Music Fantasy. With a giant cast of characters and an enthusiastic crew, along with a small army of volunteers, the play garnered rave reviews from attendees.
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Local group gives donates to food bank At the third meeting of the Metiskow, Czar, Hughenden, and Amisk (MCHA) 100 Women Who Care, the group was pleased to present the Bethany Lutheran Church Food Bank with a monetary donation during one of their busiest seasons. Each quarter the group of women meet and draws three charity nominations from a hat, from there, the group
votes for one of the three organizations they wish to receive the donation money from that quarter. Currently there are approximately 60 women and they hope to reach 100 by the end of next year. The group wanted to share a portion of the write up from Patricia Armitage that motivated them to choose this important cause.
“We think it is a good reminder for everyone just how valuable our local food banks are,” says Danielle Stankievech, on behalf of the group. Armitage said, “This time of year, brings so much joy: warm meals shared around busy tables, the smell of baking, children’s excitement, and that feeling of togetherness winter seems to draw out of all of us. “But for some of our
neighbours in Czar, Hughenden, Amisk, and Metiskow, the holidays also bring worry - how to stretch a grocery budget that’s already too thin, or how to put a warm, comforting meal on the table when money simply won’t go far enough. “At the heart of this is something many Canadians are facing: food insecurity. It is not just running low on groceries - it is the stress and uncertainty of not knowing if you can afford enough nutritious food for yourself or your family. “It affects health, wellbeing, and dignity. And in times like these, people come to the food bank in different ways: some when their monthly income simply cannot cover groceries, every other month to bridge the gap, and others only when they are
in truly dire need. This year alone, 50 people in our surrounding communities - 35 adults and 15 children - have received support from the food bank. “A warm meal does more than fill a stomach. It brings dignity to a single parent at the end of a long month, relief to a senior choosing between groceries and medication, and comfort to a family trying to get through a tough stretch. “One hamper can shift an entire week for a household - easing stress, protecting health,
and reminding them that they are not alone. “In small towns like ours, generosity is more than charity; it is the heartbeat of who we are.” If you reside in the MCHA area (Metiskow, Czar, Hughenden and Amisk) the group would love to have you join. The cost to members is $50 per quarterly meeting per member, and those funds go directly to the voted-on organization each meeting. You can find them on Facebook (100 Women Who Care MCHA)
Are all Battle River Community Foundation funds the same? No! The Foundation offers seven different kinds of funds, one of which can certainly be tailored to suit your personal philanthropic needs. The most general type is a “Community Fund,” which allows the BRCF Grants Committee of the day to choose projects that address emerging needs throughout the area served.
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Local athlete earns a spot to compete in Alberta Winter Games in gymnastics The Wainwright Gymnastics Club had two Level 6 athletes try out for Alberta Winter Games this past weekend in Pine Valley Alberta. Local Gymnast Aurora Burden stuck all four events finishing First All Around for Zone 7 with her teammate finishing right behind her in second place. They will be joined with an athlete from Explosion and Ashlin Gymnastics for a Team of four to attend the Alberta Winter Games in Cold Lake in February. Wainwright Gymnastics Club is proud of these two athletes who have put in many hours of hard work and dedication to achieve this goal.
Aurora Burden (right) competed in Cold Lake this past weekend for the privilege of representing Zone 7 in the Alberta Winter Games to be held in Cold Lake in February, coming first overall.
RCMP Christmas poster contest winners chosen
Leslie Cholowsky Editor
The RCMP Christmas Poster Contest winners were: Above: Jules Forster; then clockwise from top centre: Alayna McGowan, Huxton Crowley, and Adam Hofer.
It’s that time of year again, when the Killam RCMP Detachment held its annual Christmas Poster contest, open to youth throughout Flagstaff County and Amisk. Choosing a winner was hard, they say, but the four winning entries this year were submitted by: Huxton Crowley, Alayna McGowan, Adam Hofer, and Jules Forster. The winning entries are turned into the Detachment’s official Christmas cards.
Local RCMP encourage residents to practice winter safety during Christmas season As colder weather and winter driving conditions set in across Alberta, the Killam / Forestburg RCMP is reminding drivers to take extra care on the roads and to be aware of a new way to report certain vehicle collisions online. The Government of Alberta recently introduced Report My Collision, an online tool that allows eligible drivers to submit information about minor, property-damage collisions without attending a police detachment or collision reporting centre. This service is intended to make the reporting process easier and faster for drivers while helping police focus on more serious incidents. To use the online system, drivers must have a valid Alberta driver’s licence, an Alberta.ca account, and the collision must have taken place within Alberta. Only passenger vehicles are currently eligible, while
collisions involving commercially registered vehicles still require in-person reporting. Drivers can use Report My Collision for certain singlevehicle incidents, including: •When a vehicle strikes an animal; •When a vehicle hits an object such as a post or fence, but not another vehicle; •When a vehicle slides off the road; or •When a parked vehicle is damaged in a hit and run and there are no witnesses or supporting evidence. Any collision involving injuries, fatalities, multiple drivers, or identifiable suspect information must still be reported in person at the nearest police detachment. For more details or to start a report, visit report-mycollision.alberta.ca. The Killam / Forestburg RCMP would also like to remind drivers of some important steps to follow if you are
involved in a collision this winter season: •Check that everyone is safe and call 911 if anyone is injured or if a driver appears impaired. •If possible and safe, move vehicles off the roadway to avoid blocking traffic or causing additional collisions. •Turn on hazard lights and place cones or warning triangles to alert other motorists. •Do not stand between or behind vehicles, especially on slippery roads. •Take photos of the damage and the scene, as these are required when filing a report online. •Exchange driver and insurance information and take reasonable steps to prevent further vehicle damage while waiting on scene. For more information follow us on Facebook @RCMPinAlberta and on X @RCMPAlberta.
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Mini Highland Cows bring a smile to Long Term Care residents in Killam
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Adamson Mini Moos brightened the day of residents at the Killam Long Term Care on the morning of Wednesday, Dec. 10, with their three mini highland cattle, Joey, Belle, and Rue. The three mini cows were all decked out in festive gear. Many residents, staff, and other members of the public braved the frigid temperatures to meet these adorable visitors, take pictures, and give some good head scratches.