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Vol. 94 No. 41
October 30, 2024 $1.25
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Craig Hay photo Coach Braun encouraging Cammie Hay at the Edmonton Track and Field Event.
Celebrating Passtrak veteran coach Ritch Braun PASSTRAK Pass Herald Contributor Ritch Braun is retiring after a long career as Track and Field Coach spanning 48 years, 42 of which were dedicated to the Crowsnest Pass Track & Field Club, Passtrak. This marks the end of an era for Passtrak. Braun’s coaching profile is a testament to his dedication and passion for the sport. His expertise extends to being a certified Sport Coach and Performance Coach in various track and field events. His coaching career has been recognized with numerous awards, including the Government of Canada “Celebration 88 Olympic Medal” for his contribution to amateur sport and the Canadian Developmental Coach of the year award in 2001, chosen from all sports. Braun has served as a coach for various teams at national and international events. He was the Head Coach for Team Alberta at the Midget and Youth National Championships in 1989, and the Sprints and Relays Coach for the Canadian Senior National Team at the World Francophone Games in Paris in 1994. In 2005, Ritch
Braun received the Order of Crowsnest Pass for his volunteer contribution to our community. Under Braun’s leadership, Passtrak has had an exceptional run for the past 42 years. The club has served hundreds of athletes, produced countless Provincial Champions, set Provincial records, and even placed several athletes on the Canadian National Team. Passtrak also has the distinction of having a Canadian female track & field athlete to win a medal at the World Championships. Craig Hay, the track club president, expressed his heartfelt appreciation for Braun’s contributions. He highlighted Braun’s ability to encourage and build up the kids, regardless of skill level, and push them to limits they had never achieved before. Braun’s genuine excitement when announcing a personal best was a motivating factor for the kids. He ensured that the kids knew they were valued and respected in the sport, whether they were finishing last place every event or if they were winning nationals — he treated them all the same. As we bid farewell to Coach Braun and Passtrak, we celebrate his remarkable career and thank him for his invaluable contribution to our community and the sport of track and field. His legacy will continue to inspire future generations of athletes and coaches. We wish him all the best in his retirement. Join Passtrak in celebrating Coach Braun at our upcoming Retirement Celebration on Saturday, November 16th from 1-3 pm at the Crowsnest Consolidated High School. Light food and drinks will be served. RSVP via the Facebook Event: Coach Braun’s Retirement Celebration. All are welcome as we honour and celebrate Coach Braun.
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Dairy Queen coming soon NICHOLAS L.M. ALLEN Pass Herald Reporter The Crowsnest Pass council received an update on the Crowsnest Crossing development during their latest meeting, with Chief Administrative Officer Patrick Thomas outlining construction timelines and prospective retail additions. The project will bring a grocery store, pet supply store, dollar store, and Dairy Queen to the community, with staggered construction starting as early as next week. CROWSNEST PASS 13013 20 Ave, Blairmore, AB
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Thomas shared the construction schedule, noting that Dairy Queen’s building would be the first, with its opening expected by summer 2025. “The other retail buildings, including the grocery store and pet supply store, are slated to start construction in 2025, with the grocer’s grand opening planned for 2027,” he explained. The website for the developer, SHIFT Real Estate, confirms the opening plans for Dairy Queen, sharing, “DQ confirmed in Crowsnest Commons, Blairmore, AB. Construction will start cooking this winter with grills ready to fire in 2025!” Councillor Vicki Kubik noted the significance of this development, saying, “This is an exciting milestone. We’re seeing new jobs and shopping options that our community will benefit from.” Mayor Blair Painter expressed his enthusiasm for the community’s economic growth and discussed the importance of local shopping options, especially with the continued population increase. Confidentiality agreements are currently in place for the grocery store, preventing its name from being publicly shared until later this year. However, the council and residents remain enthusiastic about the new economic opportunities the project represents. “This project is a positive step forward for our community,” said Councillor Dean Ward, “As Crowsnest Pass grows, we’re seeing more interest in establishing
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