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County of Stettler grants ratepayer tax relief

And other highlights of Aug. 9, 2023 meeting

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Clearview Public Schools Chair presents to Stettler County council

Neitz presents results of recent value-scoping report

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A donation of $10,000 from Farm Credit’s AgriSpirit Fund in 2016 to Stettler Health Services Foundation helped purchase this new infant-warming table, which helps doctors treat newborn babies. From left to right are Stettler Hospital Site Manager Diane Palmer, Hospital Foundation Treasurer Tom Campbell, and Farm Credit’s Lowell Befus and Tina Wraight. In 2023, the foundation continues to fundraise. (File photo)

Stettler Health Services Foundation continues raising funds

Organization hosts several fundraising events during the year

A donation of $10,000 from Farm Credit’s AgriSpirit Fund in 2016 to Stettler Health Services Foundation helped purchase this new infant-warming table, which helps doctors treat newborn babies. From left to right are Stettler Hospital Site Manager Diane Palmer, Hospital Foundation Treasurer Tom Campbell, and Farm Credit’s Lowell Befus and Tina Wraight. In 2023, the foundation continues to fundraise. (File photo)
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OPINION: Finding a change in mindset

Over the last few years one of my main focuses, aside from…

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One person has been convicted and sentenced in relation to the St. Michaels Hungarian Church fire. RCMP were alerted to the St. Michael Hungarian Church being on fire on Feb. 13. (RCMP photo)

Ponoka County teen sentenced in connection to Bashaw-area church fire

Youth convicted on 7 counts of mischief

One person has been convicted and sentenced in relation to the St. Michaels Hungarian Church fire. RCMP were alerted to the St. Michael Hungarian Church being on fire on Feb. 13. (RCMP photo)
Paul Semeniuk after crossing the finish line. (Joel Norman photo)

Stettler hosts successful triathlon

The weekend of July 15 and 16 was a busy one in…

Paul Semeniuk after crossing the finish line. (Joel Norman photo)
Antique tractors of all make and models were on hand for the antique tractor pull on July 15. (Kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)

Stettler Antique Tractor Club hosts annual tractor pull

A group of Stettler-region tractor enthusiasts keeping history alive held their annual…

Antique tractors of all make and models were on hand for the antique tractor pull on July 15. (Kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)
The Battle River Ride for STARS hosted its 14th annual event on July 15. (Facebook photo)

Battle River Ride for STARS hosts 14th ride

14th annual event raised over $20,000

The Battle River Ride for STARS hosted its 14th annual event on July 15. (Facebook photo)
Stettler Magnetos member Larry Muhlbach takes his Mazda Miata out of the burnout area on day one of the Stettler side-by-side drag races. (Kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)

Stettler Car Club holds 2023 drag races, future uncertain

President Norm Johnston discusses races and challenges with running the event

Stettler Magnetos member Larry Muhlbach takes his Mazda Miata out of the burnout area on day one of the Stettler side-by-side drag races. (Kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)
Lena Snodgrass (mid) cuts the ribbon, officially opening the new clinic. Also in attendance were: (l-r) Deon Sopko, Gord Lawlor, Dr. Brad Snodgrass, Shawna Speakman, Dr. Kallee Bonette, and Kelly van Delden. (Kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)

New pharmacy-based clinic opens in Stettler

Leaning on a widened scope of practice among pharmacists in Alberta, Shoppers…

Lena Snodgrass (mid) cuts the ribbon, officially opening the new clinic. Also in attendance were: (l-r) Deon Sopko, Gord Lawlor, Dr. Brad Snodgrass, Shawna Speakman, Dr. Kallee Bonette, and Kelly van Delden. (Kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)
Laura Talbot has been getting back into chariot racing after a decade away from the sport. (Struck Photography)

Bashaw chariot racer returns to sport after decade away

A love of the sport has brought a Bashaw chariot driver out…

Laura Talbot has been getting back into chariot racing after a decade away from the sport. (Struck Photography)
There was a sandcastle competition at the Summer Village of Rochon Sands on July 15. (Carson Ellis photos)

Sandcastle competition held at Rochon Sands July 15

Alberta celebrates its provincial parks on the third Saturday of July with…

There was a sandcastle competition at the Summer Village of Rochon Sands on July 15. (Carson Ellis photos)
Stettler and District FCSS logo.

Stettler FCSS set to celebrate half-century of operation

A Stettler institution is celebrating a milestone anniversary on July 27; Stettler…

Stettler and District FCSS logo.
Stettler County (Lisa Joy/Stettler Independent)

Stettler County council receives Donalda fire update

And other highlights of the July 12 council meeting

Stettler County (Lisa Joy/Stettler Independent)
Beau Cooper won the tie-downing rope at the Calgary Stampede, which ran from July 7-16, 2023. (Covey Moore photo)

Stettler’s Beau Cooper takes top prize at Calgary Stampede

It was only Cooper’s second appearance at the event

Beau Cooper won the tie-downing rope at the Calgary Stampede, which ran from July 7-16, 2023. (Covey Moore photo)
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Stettler County council calls on province to support ag. producers amid drought

Stettler County’s council has agreed to put pressure on the province to…

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Big Valley Bustout Rodeo action. (File photo)

Big Valley Bustout Rodeo action to take place July 28-29

Rodeo action is set to “bust out” of the Big Valley rodeo…

Big Valley Bustout Rodeo action. (File photo)
MLA Nate Horner has been appointed as Alberta’s new finance minister. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson

Drumheller-Stettler MLA discusses new role

With many changes occurring in the Alberta Legislature due to the election…

MLA Nate Horner has been appointed as Alberta’s new finance minister. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson
Joy Corpataux and one of her therapy dogs. (Clearview Public Schools photo)

Clearview Public Schools appoints new Botha principal

Clearview Public Schools has named a new principal for Botha School to…

Joy Corpataux and one of her therapy dogs. (Clearview Public Schools photo)
U15 girls go for silver. (Facebook photo)

Stettler Minor Soccer Association celebrates successful season

Submitted It has been a very exciting season for Stettler Minor Soccer…

U15 girls go for silver. (Facebook photo)