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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)
Stettler town hall. (Lisa Joy/Stettler Independent)

ATCO to take possession of Stettler streetlights

30 Street lights to be replaced, turned over to ATCO Electric

  • Aug 8, 2023
Stettler town hall. (Lisa Joy/Stettler Independent)
An RCMP cruiser. (Vladvictoria/Pixabay.com)

Stettler RCMP officer involved in minor collision

The collision is still under investigation

An RCMP cruiser. (Vladvictoria/Pixabay.com)
You won’t lose access to local news. (Black Press Media graphic)

You will be able to still read and rely on local journalism. That’s a fact.

From sports to community events, the Stettler Independent highlights community happenings

You won’t lose access to local news. (Black Press Media graphic)
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)
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)
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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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The gold-medal-winning Stettler U13 football club stopped by Stettler council July 18. (Town of Stettler photo)

Stettler council hosts pair of gold medal teams

And other highlights of July 18, 2023, council meeting

  • Jul 20, 2023
The gold-medal-winning Stettler U13 football club stopped by Stettler council July 18. (Town of Stettler photo)
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)
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Simple precautions reduce risk of West Nile virus infection

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is reminding Albertans to take precautions to protect…

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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)
Stettler town hall.(File photo)

Town of Stettler approves new sewage lift station

By Carson Ellis For the Independent Stettler’s town council has approved a…

  • Jul 14, 2023
Stettler town hall.(File photo)
Ray Cerniuk publicly thanks Damien Kurek for his office helping him get his benefits from Veterans affairs after getting no results himself. (Carson Ellis photo)

Conservative MP Damien Kurek holds town hall in Stettler

Conservative Member of Parliament (MP) for the Battle River-Crowfoot Riding, Damien Kurek,…

  • Jul 12, 2023
Ray Cerniuk publicly thanks Damien Kurek for his office helping him get his benefits from Veterans affairs after getting no results himself. (Carson Ellis photo)
Clearview Public Schools. (File photo)

Clearview Public Schools reviews status report on Stettler Elementary and Middle Schools

If approved by the province, the Stettler school campus could have a…

Clearview Public Schools. (File photo)
Stettler County Reeve Larry Clarke addresses a group of around 50 Estonians who had gathered in Stettler for Jaanipaev. (Kevin Sabo/ Stettler Independent)

Estonian community holds celebration in Stettler

Stettler’s Estonian community came together to celebrate Jaanipaev on June 24. Jannipaev…

Stettler County Reeve Larry Clarke addresses a group of around 50 Estonians who had gathered in Stettler for Jaanipaev. (Kevin Sabo/ Stettler Independent)
Stettler resident Scott Douglas recently made an aborted attempt to hand-cycle to Calgary for charity. (Carson Ellis photos)

Stettler resident raises money for sexual abuse advocacy group

Scott Douglas began his trek from Stettler to Calgary at 5:00 a.m.…

  • Jul 11, 2023
Stettler resident Scott Douglas recently made an aborted attempt to hand-cycle to Calgary for charity. (Carson Ellis photos)
Stettler RCMP members have sworn charges against the driver of a vehicle which crashed into Heart Haven Lodge on July 2. The RCMP logo is seen outside Royal Canadian Mounted Police “E” Division Headquarters, in Surrey, B.C., on Fri, April 13, 2018. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

Stettler RCMP lay charges against driver who crashed into seniors’ residence

A driver has been charged following a single-vehicle motor vehicle collision with…

Stettler RCMP members have sworn charges against the driver of a vehicle which crashed into Heart Haven Lodge on July 2. The RCMP logo is seen outside Royal Canadian Mounted Police “E” Division Headquarters, in Surrey, B.C., on Fri, April 13, 2018. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck