Homan wins Hearts; Jennifer Jones wins fans’ hearts
BY BRUCE PENTON
Rachel Homan was the deserved winner of the 2024 Scotties Tournament of Hearts, but Jennifer Jones of Winnipeg deservedly won the hearts of Canadian curling fans.
BY BRUCE PENTON Sports Columnist
Homan won her fourth Canadian women’s curling title by going undefeated through 11 games, edging Jones in the championship game by a 5-4 score. Jones, vying for her record seventh national championship, announced prior to the start of the weeklong event that this would be her final Scotties. Her future curling would be limited to two-person mixed doubles with her husband, Brent Laing.
Jones is near or at the top of the list of Canada’s best female curlers. Sandra Schmirler is revered; Colleen Jones won six Scotties; Kerri Einarson of Gimli won four in a row and Homan is en route to perhaps eclipsing them all. But Jennifer Jones’s resume on the curling ice is spectacular: Six Scotties’ wins; two world championships; two Olympic appearances, one Olympic gold. And if it’s agreed that Jones is the greatest Canadian women’s curler of all time, and Canada has won more world championships than any other country (Canada 17, Switzerland 10, Sweden 8 are the top three), then a solid case could be made for suggesting Jones is the world’s greatest female curler — ever.
While the sentimental choice for winning this year’s Scotties was probably Jones’s Winnipeg-based rink (athough Jones, now living in Ontario, was the team’s import), the best hope for Canada winning at the world level lies with Homan and her rink of Tracy Fleury, Emma Miskew and Sarah Wilkes. They didn’t lose a game all week, going 8-0 in round-robin play, and then beating Einarson and Jones twice to take the title. It was the first Scotties’ title for Fleury, a top Canadian skip from Sudbury who joined the Homan rink two years ago, skipped it for one year and then moved back to third.s.
Homan is almost certain to contend at the 2024 world championships in Sydney, N.S., while Jones moves on to become a full-time mother to two girls and a mixed doubles threat — with another Olympic appearance in mind — with her husband.
Jones’ final appearance at the women’s curling championship was one of two major story lines at this year’s Scotties. The other was the 11th-hour announcement that Briane Harris, the lead for Einarson’s rink, gunning for its fourth straight Canadian title, had been ruled ‘ineligible’, with Kremlin-like silence about the reasons.
There was no such silence from Jones’s rivals after the final game. “Jen, unbelievable, an absolute hero to the game and an unbelievable competitor,” Homan
said in a TSN interview. “I remember watching her a million times, cheering hard for Canada … watching her win gold, forever in history as one of the greats. Unbelievable week for her team.”
When the world’s best gather in Sydney March 1624, Homan’s rink will be among the favourites. And Jennifer Jones will likely be watching on TV, cheering on Canada’s best and relishing the memories of her own great career.
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• Bob Molinaro of pilotonline.com (Hampton, Va.): “For the Steelers, the good news is that Mike Tomlin likes Bears quarterback Justin Fields; the bad news is that Tomlin likes Justin Fields.”
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• An oldie but a goodie from RJ Currie of sportsdeke.com: “Good news for Norwegian golfers: the European Challenge Tour is returning to Norway after a three-year absence. Have you driven a fjord lately?”
• Steve Simmons of the Toronto Sun: “The Blue Jays have added 270-pound possible DH Daniel Vogelbach to a team that already has Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Alejandro Kirk and Alek Manoah. If the Jays need an offensive line, they’ve got one. Not sure about the ball team, though.”
• Mike Bianchi of the Orlando Sentinel: “I just saw where LIV defector Jon Rahm says Tiger Woods is ignoring him. Hey, maybe he should dress up as a Perkins waitress.”
• Comedy writer Alex Kaseberg: “Former NFL star, Cam Newton, had to be removed by security after being in a huge brawl at a youth football game. Apparently he and another parent were arguing over which team had the best sportsmanship.”
• Another one from RJ Currie: “In honour of Canada’s men’s curling championship, the top five Montana’s Brier curling rock acts: 5. Kiss; 4. Crowded House; 3. Ice-T; 2. Guardin’ Lightfoot; 1. The Rolling Stones.
• RJ Currie again: “The crowd was so loud at the recent Canadian women’s curling championship, Ontario second Emma Miskew threw a draw when Rachel Homan asked for a takeout. Call it Miskew-munication.”
• Fark.com: “FedEx ends its 25-year deal with Washington’s NFL franchise for naming rights to their home field. Which makes sense since it’s been a couple of decades since the Commanders delivered anything.”
• fark.com again: “(New coach) Jerod Mayo creating Patriots way instead of ‘only works with Tom Brady way.’”
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Winners of the Crossroads Beef Expo Raffle ’24: Michael and Marie Kulyk of Buffalo bought their winning ticket from Big Country Agricultural Society member Don Good. It didn’t take them long after learning of their win to chose the cash surrender of $5,000 rather than using the first option of a $7,000 gift certificate toward the purchase of livestock from any Beef Expo 2024 exhibitor. When asked by the photographer what they planned to do with their win, they looked at each for a second, smiled and said they were going to hold on to it for a while. “We have no immediate plans!” they responded. OYEN ECHO PHOTO-DIANA WALKER
Protecting Albertans from drought and floods
Alberta’s new Drought and Flood Protection Program will fund a new wave of projects to help protect homes, businesses and lives
Alberta is no stranger to emergencies. In recent years, many parts of the province have experienced flooding while many others have seen water shortages and are at risk of severe drought this year. Developing the local infrastructure needed to protect residents from these extreme weather events is expensive for communities.
If Budget 2024 passes, $125 million would be invested over the next five years for Alberta’s new Drought and Flood Protection Program. This program is designed to help vulnerable municipalities and Indigenous communities across the province develop the long-term infrastructure needed to improve their drought and flood resilience and adapt to severe weather.
“Budget 2024 makes strategic investments to promote the sustainable growth of our province. Investments in wildfire preparedness, as well as water management and infrastructure, will help enhance our readiness for natural disasters to protect Albertans’ lives and livelihoods.”
Nate Horner, Minister of Finance and President of Treasury Board
“Droughts and floods can devastate public infrastructure and private property, disrupt our economy, damage the environment and put lives at risk. The new Drought and Flood Protection Program would help communities across the province build the practical infrastructure they need to help protect people’s homes and keep businesses going, regardless of the weather.”
Rebecca Schulz, Minister of Environment and Protected Areas
The Drought and Flood Protection Program would help fund the design and construction of projects that protect critical infrastructure from flooding and drought and help to protect public safety. This could include projects to relocate or drought-proof critical infrastructure, improve drainage or water retention ponds, and stabilize riverbanks or construct flood barriers. The program would be application-based and municipalities, improvement districts, special areas, Metis Settlements and First Nations would all be eligible to apply.
“As rural municipalities manage over 85
per cent of Alberta’s land mass, including many areas that historically face drought and flood risks, many have prioritized increased flood and drought monitoring, resilience and mitigation projects. Because Alberta faces a hotter and drier future with increased occurrences of major storms, provincial support for local rural resiliency projects will become a more and more important investment in protecting rural communities, residents and industries. RMA is pleased with the introduction of the Drought and Flood Protection Program, and we look forward to seeing the innovative ways that the funding would be put to use by rural municipalities to lessen impacts of drought and flood events.”
Paul McLauchlin, president, Rural Municipalities
of Alberta
“Alberta Municipalities appreciates the provincial government’s leadership in preparing Albertans for the likelihood of severe drought this year. This program gives municipalities the support they need to strengthen their local and regional drought responses.”
Tyler Gandam, president, Alberta Municipalities
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The Drought and Flood Protection Program builds on the work of the Alberta Community Resilience Program, which ended in 2020. Additional program details, including eligibility requirements, application deadlines and cost-sharing components, will be released when the program opens later this year.
This is part of the Alberta government’s work to prepare for the risk of a severe drought this year and develop the long-term strategies and infrastructure needed to help maximize Alberta’s long-term water supply. Recent actions include standing up the Drought Command Team, creating the new Water Advisory Committee, conducting advanced modelling and launching the largest voluntary water-sharing discussions in provincial history.
Budget 2024 is a responsible plan to strengthen health care and education, build safe and supportive communities, manage the province’s resources wisely and promote job creation to continue to build Alberta’s competitive advantage.
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That’s a wrap. We have officially come to the end of the 2023/24 season. I’d like to thank everyone that came out and curled this year and supported our club.
Without all of our awesome members and sponsors, we wouldn’t be able to keep the doors open. A huge thank you goes out to Danny Mclaughlin and Lee Tucker and crew for keeping the ice in great shape all season. We don’t have the best facility but they did a great job with the ice conditions all season.
I would also like to thank our executive. We are a small group and we all work real hard all season to keep the club running. Stocking and working the bar, running league nights and bonspiels and keeping the plant running. It’s a lot of work and without the executive there would be no curling. With that being said, the club is in need of more members to join the executive in order for the club is to continue to operate. Our A.G.M. is being held on Monday April 8/24 at 7:00 p.m. If you’re able, please come and give your input and see if there is something you can do to help.
I hope to see you at the A.G.M. Have a great summer and I’m looking forward to seeing you at the rink again next year. Riley Carroll Oyen Curling Club President
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Oyen & District Chamber of Commerce Scholarship winners
Congratulations to Connor Maclean, son of Troy & Sherry Maclean, who was one of the Oyen & District Chamber of Commerce’s scholarship recipients!
Connor grew up in Oyen and was part of the SCHS graduating class of 2023, obtaining 159 credits!
His future schooling will take him to the Medicine Hat College Automotive Tech Program. Connor has completed his Registered Apprentice Program here in Oyen at Fountain Tire and will continue to work there after completing his Automotive Tech Diploma.
Connor has spent many hours volunteering for different organizations and is a member of the Oyen Volunteer Fire Department.
Congratulations to Presley Bouvier, one of four scholarship recipients from the Oyen & District Chamber of Commerce!
Throughout her schooling in Oyen, Presley was very involved in school activities. After-school curling and sewing/scrapbooking clubs kept her busy, and she volunteered for the yearbook committee and student council. Presley says her involvement with ‘Youth In Philanthropy” gave her a new perspective on how being selfless can help many people in need and encourage more people to become involved. She also says through volunteerism, she has learned several important skills and generosity that she will carry throughout her future endeavours
Presley is enrolled at Lakeland College in Vermillion in their Animal Health Technology Program. Congratulations once again, Presley and Connor, and thank you for applying for the Oyen & District Chamber of Commerce scholarship in 2023!
BUFFALO NEWS
Wishing for more positive news in the
BY LORRAINE MONKMAN
This week, there has been both good and bad news. I wish the good news were more frequent. Congratulations to Marie Kulyk, who won the jackpot at Acadia Valley on March 2. She spun a wheel and won several free tickets, and now, I think she has decided to buy lottery tickets. Good luck!
Michael Kulyk, too, was the lucky winner in a recent ticket draw in Cereal. You guys really must buy lottery tickets!
future
Now for the bad news. I am sorry to report that Dale Ross has been a guest of Foothills Hospital with heart issues this week. We hope for a quick recovery after you get home.
Lisa White had medical attention for her eyes in Calgary this week, too. Judy White reported that little David White is recovering nicely after hernia surgery in Calgary last week. We wish everyone good health after all this!
Sincere sympathy is extended to Cecilia Hesje, who travelled to the funeral of the passing of her father-inlaw in Saskatoon last week. I am so sorry for your loss.
Best wishes to Betty Rinker of Calgary who is recovering after medical attention for pain. Get well soon, Betty.
Connor Maclean
Presley Bouvier. PHOTOS SUBMITTED
Cheryle Yvonne Schroeder
April 5, 1942 - March 2, 2024
SCHROEDER – Cheryle Yvonne Schroeder was born in Consort, Alberta, on April 5, 1952, to Earl and Joyce (nee Richards) Rumohr. She grew up there with two older brothers, Wayne and Dale, and a younger sister, Sheila, plus a large extended family on both sides. A highlight she recalled often was the family trip to Ontario for hockey tryouts. Cheryle enjoyed sports, playing volleyball, organ lessons and especially art. Her mom retrieved many paintings from the trash to convince her she had talent, and eventually, she was accepted into an art school in the U.S. She never went, but did give many art lessons in her life. Her plans were changed by Manfred Schroeder, a farmer’s son from Esther, whom she met on the dance floor. They fell in love and were married on October 24, 1970, in the presence of family, friends and neighbours.
Oyen to make it their home. Their first grandson, Branden, was born in 1993. In 1996, Darcey was married to Raynette Ulliac, and they had a son, Raymond Julius (R..l.).
Soon after, Cheryle turned her dream of living in a large Victorian house with a front porch into a reality and a bustling bed and breakfast for more than 16 years. She was able to open her heart and their home to welcome visitors from around the corner and around the world. Manfred enjoyed cooking and having a new audience each morning for his jokes. She thrived on decorating for every holiday, especially Christmas, her favourite time of year. While Manfred was always on the go out in the community, Cheryle mostly kept the home fires burning and her husband in line. She expressed her opinions openly, and you knew you were in trouble if you got “the look.”
They moved to Stettler and, the next year, were blessed with a daughter, Candace, and a year after that, a son, Darcey. Manfred and Cheryle wanted a dozen children, but their third baby didn’t survive to term and was the last. Cheryle never got over that mentally or physically, but she tried to fill the hole in her heart by loving so many people she “adopted” over the years. The young family purchased an older house in Oyen (near Manfred’s parents, Olga and Julius) to remodel, but it was destroyed by fire soon after — an event that taught them the power of community.
In 1977, the Schroeders purchased a service station on Highway 41A outside of Medicine Hat, where they worked long hours together and built more relationships with staff and customers. By the mid-80s, the prospects in the Hat changed, and Manfred pursued a job opportunity with Case International in Vermilion, Alberta. Cheryle began a customer service position at the Eastalta Coop Grocery store, where she greeted members by name. The family soon moved to an acreage near Claysmore, where Cheryle enjoyed gardening, canning, watching wildlife, playing cards and visiting neighbours from the community. During this time, although plagued by migraines, Cheryle was a devoted wife and mother - outspoken and overprotective but with deep caring. In 1990, Candace was married and Manfred and Cheryle moved back to
By 2014, injuries to her shoulder and knee forced Cheryle and Manfred to move into a bungalow. It was a difficult adjustment for the whole family not to gather at the B&B, but Manfred and Cheryle continued to host meals, card parties and holidays. Her daughter, Candace, was her partner in many games and adventures, as she had also moved back to the Oyen area by then. As much as Cheryle’s children were her pride, her grandsons and great-granddaughters were undoubtedly her greatest joy. Each came to see her during her final days in care facilities. Whether you were family, a friend or someone she just met, Cheryle had a unique way of making you feel cared for with her warm smile, handheld or soft hug. The stories of life, people and history she shared will also be truly missed. Cheryle Schroeder passed peacefully on the morning of March 2, 2024, in Medicine Hat Hospital, surrounded by loved ones.
Funeral Services took place on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at the Seniors Rec Centre in Oyen, AB Memorial tributes may be directed to Telemiracle Kinsmen Foundation 2217C Hanselman Court Saskatoon, SK S7L 6A8 telemiracle.com or the Oyen and District Health Care Foundation Box 1, Oyen, AB T0J 2J0
To leave messages of condolence, please visit ofsmacleans.com
Funeral arrangements in care of MacLean’s Funeral Home, Oyen, Alberta.
TOWN OF OYEN LIBRARY
Book Notes
NON-FICTION:
How to Beat Depression and Persistent low mood : a brief, evidence based self help treatment / by: Mark Papworth
The Life Triumphant : mastering the heart and mind / by: James Allen
The Way Out : A Revoluntionary, scien tifically proven approach to healing chronic pain / by: Gordon Alan(Psy chotherapist)
CHILDREN’S PICTURE BOOKS:
The Apple Orchard / by: Christina Earley
CURBSIDE SERVICE OPTION:
The library is currently open as usual, but we have added a curbside service option as well. If you prefer to pick up materials this way, please call ahead or email to let us know which day to put them out.
Dayna Wilson, Library Manager
Library Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 12-5; Tuesdays 2-7
Grant Alfred Jorgenson was born in Oyen, Alberta, May 24, 1960. It is with profound sadness that we announce his peaceful passing at his home in Calgary, February 24, 2024. A private family memorial will be held. Those wishing to send condolences and memories can do so on his Facebook profile page
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ACADIA VALLEY
- Adult drop-in Volleyball Wednesdays 7:30 PM at Warren Peers School. Contact Marie 403-664-8589 for more info.
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- Drop-in Pickleball 7:00 PM at the Alaska Rec Centre. All ages are welcome. $5 drop-in fee.
CEREAL
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13
• Cereal Board of Trade Annual General Meeting 7:00 PM at the CJ Peacock Centre. Seeking volunteers to help promote business and improve life in and around Cereal.
Proudly Supporting Our Local Communities
TUESDAY, MARCH 19
• Cereal Community Centre Annual General Meeting 7:30 PM at the Cereal Community Centre (aka CJ Peacock Centre). If you would like to see this building remain open, are curious about current operations, or would like to join the committee, please attend! All members of the public are welcome.
SUNDAY, APRIL 7
• Cereal Board of Trade Marathon Bingo at the CJ Peacock Centre. Time TBD.
MONDAY, APRIL 8
• Cereal Board of Trade weekly Bingo begins 7:30 PM at CJ Peacock Centre (AND every Monday afterwards until end of November, except holidays).
- Tuesdays - Cereal Cottages Weekly Coffee Time 10:30 AM
- Wednesdays - Cereal Quilting Club
10 AM - 4 PM at the CJ Peacock Centre
- Thursdays - Chase the Ace progressive raffle every Thursday 7:00-9:00 PM at the Cereal Hotel & Bar. Chance to win TWICE each week. Ace Jackpot could grow up to $7000! Must be at least 18 years. Winning ticket must be present to win. Cash ticket purchase on site only. AGLC #669949
- NEW Thursday Tea Time 2:00-4:00 PM at Claire’s Emporium (4th Ave East) Free coffee & tea. Crafts TBD.
CONSORT
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20
• Highway 41 Pheasant Festival Annual General Meeting 7:00 PM 50th & Main Consort, AB. Call 403-575-8252 for more info.
EMPRESS
TUESDAY, MARCH 12
• Empress & District Fine Arts, Culture and Leisure Society 2024 AGM and Member Meeting 1:00-2:00 PM at the Village of Empress Community Hall. Join us! Memberships $5/year.
HANNA
Hanna Senior Circle
- Wednesdays 1:00 PM Cards (Spades)
- Thursdays 1:00 PM Cards (Five Hundred)
- Seniors Circle Bingo will be held February 8, 22, March 7 & 21 at 7:30 PM
NEW BRIGDEN
SATURDAY, MARCH 23
• Ladies Fun Spiel at the Central Curling Club. Enter as a team or individual to Lucille 403-664-0172.
- New Brigden School Bottle Drive - all donations go to the New Brigden Hall rebuild! Drop off at New Brigden School or Co-op Agro Centre (Junction Hwy 41 and 9 near Oyen). Please donate by March 25th.
OYEN
TUESDAY, MARCH 12
• Pickleball at Seniors Centre 7:00 PM. To continue as a regular activity on the following Tuesdays at 7:00 PM. Call Lorraine at 403-664-2499 for more information.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13
• Oyen Otters Meeting 7:00 PM at the RCMP Centennial Park Food Booth. Everyone welcome. Secretary and Vice
President positions need to be filled immediately for the club to continue.
THURSDAY, MARCH 14
• Prairie Athletic Association Annual General Meeting 7:00 PM at the RCMP Centennial Park Food Booth. Everyone is welcome. Supper will be provided.
FRIDAY, MARCH 22
• Fun Night at Seniors Centre for members of Oyen and District Seniors and their guests. Games and socializing. BYOB and snacks. 7:00 PM - Midnight. Call Lynda 403-664-0908 or Beth 403664-2462 for more information.
MONDAY, MARCH 25
• Calling all Coaches! Oyen Minor Ball Initiation Clinic 5:30 PM at the Oyen Clubhouse. Register through the NCCP website or contact OMB.
TUESDAY, MARCH 26
• Calling all Coaches! Oyen Minor Ball Absolutes Clinic 5:30 PM at the Oyen Clubhouse. Register through the NCCP website or contact OMB.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3
• Regular Pot Luck Supper and Meeting for Oyen and District Seniors at Seniors Recreation Centre. Supper at 6:00 PM. Meeting at 7:00 PM.
SATURDAY, APRIL 6
• 65th Anniversary Royal Canadian Legion Acadia Branch No. 208 at the Oyen Legion Hall. Doors open 3:00 PM. Parade to Cenotaph 4:00 PM. Happy Hour 5:00 PM. Supper 6:00 PM. Presentations/Speeches 7:30 PM. Entertainment 8:00 PM. $65/person. Entertainment: Jeff Newman Mentalist $30.00. Tickets available at Lijdsman Insurance (Spencer) 403-664-1434 or Schindel Agencies (Chairman) 403664-1404.
- Oyen Town Council meet 2nd Tuesday of every month 6:00 PM in Council Chambers - Oyen & District Curling Club Fun League runs Tuesday evenings 6:3010:00 PM. Contact Kari 403-664-1001 to enter a team.
- Oyen & District Curling Club Cash League runs Wednesday evenings 6:00-10:00 PM. Contact Brett 403-6648868 to enter a team.
SIBBALD
SATURDAY, MARCH 16
• Sibbald Community Club presents The Sibbald Games at the Sibbald Community Hall. Doors open at 1:30 PM. Games start at 2:00 PM. For more info, to enter a team or purchase advance tickets call/text Chandra 403664-0469.
