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The Stettler All-Star team which competed in South Africa consisted of (l-r back row): Haley Sayles, Brooke Glazier, Coach Jacqueline Sayles, Megan Schrijver, Brooklyn Stewart, (front row l-r): Jaydon Haustein, Hannah Sayles, Katlyn Glazier, and Bryson Haustein. (Kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)

Stettler archers have South African experience of a lifetime

A group of Stettler students, some now former, had the opportunity to…

The Stettler All-Star team which competed in South Africa consisted of (l-r back row): Haley Sayles, Brooke Glazier, Coach Jacqueline Sayles, Megan Schrijver, Brooklyn Stewart, (front row l-r): Jaydon Haustein, Hannah Sayles, Katlyn Glazier, and Bryson Haustein. (Kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)
The specially modified motorcycle can handle seven passengers, including the driver. (Lynn Saboo photo)

Paintearth Lodge residents get early Christmas present

Residents from Castor’s Paintearth Lodge had the opportunity to feel the wind…

The specially modified motorcycle can handle seven passengers, including the driver. (Lynn Saboo photo)
The family of David Chick, one of the founders of the Bullaram, presents Marcos Gloria the high point buckle from the 2023 Bullarama. (Kevin Sabo?Castor Advance)

PHOTOS: Halkirk Elks host 27th annual Bullarama

The 27th annual Halkirk Elks Bullarama is in the history books. A…

The family of David Chick, one of the founders of the Bullaram, presents Marcos Gloria the high point buckle from the 2023 Bullarama. (Kevin Sabo?Castor Advance)
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OPINION: It’s time to shed light on the darkness

World Suicide Prevention Day is Sept. 10

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Zach MacDonald batting against the Camrose Cougars Royal. Stettler Storm won the Round Robin game 9-0. (Photo submitted)

Stettler Storm ball team finishes season strong amid championship challenges

Despite their hopes of winning a Western Canadian Championship being dashed for…

Zach MacDonald batting against the Camrose Cougars Royal. Stettler Storm won the Round Robin game 9-0. (Photo submitted)
The Alberta government says it’s on track for a $2.4-billion surplus by the end of the fiscal year, despite slightly lower oil prices and wildfires that have burned through most of its contingency fund. Alberta finance minister Nate Horner speaks to the media at a news conference in Calgary Thursday, June 29, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh

Alta. finance minister gives quarterly update

‘Alberta’s finances remain strong,’: Horner

The Alberta government says it’s on track for a $2.4-billion surplus by the end of the fiscal year, despite slightly lower oil prices and wildfires that have burned through most of its contingency fund. Alberta finance minister Nate Horner speaks to the media at a news conference in Calgary Thursday, June 29, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
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PHOTOS: Busy weekend in Bashaw for Hometown Days

Another Bashaw Hometown Days is in the books. Taking place Aug. 25…

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Jada Erickson rides to a time of 20.733 in barrel racing during the Junior Rodeo Series finals. (Kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)

Stettler Ag. Society wraps another successful Junior Rodeo Series season

The Stettler and District Ag. Society Junior Rodeo Series has wrapped after…

Jada Erickson rides to a time of 20.733 in barrel racing during the Junior Rodeo Series finals. (Kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)
Kyra Halverson, and nurses Kim Connon, Sarah Halverson and Tricia Wagner. Kyra graciously filled in for a sick team member in the golf tournament. (Photo submitted)

Stettler Health Services Foundation hosts golf tournament

Over $10,000 raised for hospital equipment

Kyra Halverson, and nurses Kim Connon, Sarah Halverson and Tricia Wagner. Kyra graciously filled in for a sick team member in the golf tournament. (Photo submitted)
Multiple reasons exist for victims of sexual violence not to come forward, but many options also exist making it easier for them to do so. (Shutterstock photo)
Multiple reasons exist for victims of sexual violence not to come forward, but many options also exist making it easier for them to do so. (Shutterstock photo)
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OPINION: Concentrating focus on a 3-foot world

Ever since I saw the 1990 action-flick Navy SEALs starring Charlie Sheen…

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Board Chair George Glazier and lodge manager Trudy Kilner receive a recognition certificate from ASCHA representative Michelle Swanson. (Kevin Sabo/Castor Advance)

Castor’s Paintearth Lodge celebrates diamond anniversary

A Castor institution recently celebrated its diamond anniversary in the community. Castor’s…

Board Chair George Glazier and lodge manager Trudy Kilner receive a recognition certificate from ASCHA representative Michelle Swanson. (Kevin Sabo/Castor Advance)
On display in the Stettler Town and Country Museum was a variety of hand-made models constructed by Ponoka resident Robert McWade. (kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)
On display in the Stettler Town and Country Museum was a variety of hand-made models constructed by Ponoka resident Robert McWade. (kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)
134 people attended the long-table dinner on Main Street Stettler on Aug. 12. (Photo submitted)

Stettler’s Taste of the Heartland returns for another year

Stettler’s Taste of the Heartland was back for another edition in 2023.…

134 people attended the long-table dinner on Main Street Stettler on Aug. 12. (Photo submitted)
The Junior Rodeo Series offers cash prizes for the young competitors! (Kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)

Stettler Junior Rodeo Series races toward finals

Finals set for Aug. 22, 2023

The Junior Rodeo Series offers cash prizes for the young competitors! (Kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)
A well-attended roast beef supper was held on Aug. 18 in conjunction with the Castor Fair. (Kevin Sabo/ Castor Advance)

PHOTOS: Castor Fair weekend!

Castor was a busy place over the weekend of Aug. 18-19. The…

A well-attended roast beef supper was held on Aug. 18 in conjunction with the Castor Fair. (Kevin Sabo/ Castor Advance)
Residents in Bashaw are ready to help the forest fire evacuees. (ECA Review/S.Salkeld)

UPDATE: Bashaw residents stand ready to help fire evacuees

The residents of Bashaw stand ready to help those affected by the…

Residents in Bashaw are ready to help the forest fire evacuees. (ECA Review/S.Salkeld)
Carlyle, Sask., cowgirl Ashley Weber had the fastest breakaway run of the night with a time of 3.3 seconds. (Kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)

Big Valley Bust Out Rodeo action

Despite the weather looking unfavourable earlier in the day, the rain stayed…

Carlyle, Sask., cowgirl Ashley Weber had the fastest breakaway run of the night with a time of 3.3 seconds. (Kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)
Layne MacGillivray competing in the Rangeland Derby at the Calgary Stampede. (Photo submitted)

Halkirk chuckwagon driver wins Rangeland Derby

The 2023 Calgary Stampede Rangeland Derby is in the history books, and…

Layne MacGillivray competing in the Rangeland Derby at the Calgary Stampede. (Photo submitted)
An RCMP and Sheriff vehicle block Highway 36 south just north of the Highway 12 intersection on Aug. 17. (Kevin Sabo/Castor Advance)

UPDATE 2: Collision at Highway 12 and 36 in Paintearth County

Highways at intersection have reopened to traffic

An RCMP and Sheriff vehicle block Highway 36 south just north of the Highway 12 intersection on Aug. 17. (Kevin Sabo/Castor Advance)