Author brings to life history of F.A. Burton, Burke Creek Ranch

By Rob VogtIt is a story that spans decades.It is a story of hard work, perseverance and dedication.It is the story of F.A. (Fred) Burton and his journey to establishing and growing Burke Creek Ranch west of Claresholm.His grandson Randy Burton has penned a history of his grandfather, titled “If the Grass Could Talk: In Search of the Trailblazing F.A. Burton.”He … Read more

Museum, visitor information centre opens for new season

By Rob VogtThe Claresholm and District Museum and Visitor Information Centre has opened for another season.Opening day was Friday, May 15. The museum is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. until the last Friday in August.This year the museum welcomes three summer staff.Emmitt Carlson is the collections assistant; Sarah Leeds is the education programming assistant; and Xander DeLeon … Read more

Safe at home

The Willow Creek Composite High School baseball team hosted Cardston at Millennium Ball Diamonds on Thursday, May 14, dropping an 11-4 decision to the Cougars. Here, Cobra Micah Rice scores on a wild pitch. Photo by Rob Vogt

Ready for school

West Meadow Elementary School held their annual developmental check-in on May 7 for students entering Kindergarten in the fall. Here, Linden Egger goes through a station run by Chery Starling while Linden’s mother Breanna Seeman looks on. For full coverage please see page seven. Photo by Terril Orsten

RCMP respond to threat at Willow Creek Composite High school

By Rob VogtThe Claresholm RCMP responded to a suspected bomb threat at Willow Creek Composite High School on Monday, May 11, but there was no need for evacuation and the authorities have identified the person responsible.The school sent an e-mail to parents explaining that students reported another threat written in a bathroom stall at Willow Creek Composite High School.As a … Read more