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Rains’ single is nominated for people’s choice award

Posted on 19 July 2011 by staff

Johnny Rains is hoping for a deluge of votes for his entry in the sixth annual Aboriginal People’s Choice Awards.…Continue Reading

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South Country Fair celebrates 25 years in style

Posted on 19 July 2011 by staff

An important Fort Macleod tradition continued on the weekend with the 25th annual South Country Fair. The event has grown from modest beginnings of folk fans gathering for a weekend of music to become one of the best small music festivals in Canada. “Out of 25 years, I think this has been the best year,”…Continue Reading

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Chinook West all stars compete in Cranbrook

Posted on 19 July 2011 by Editor

The Chinook West all-star team got its first taste of battle last weekend at a Majors baseball tournament at Cranbrook,…Continue Reading

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Pro rodeo returning to Macleod on July 16-17

Posted on 12 July 2011 by Editor

For the first time in a decade, the Fort Macleod Agricultural Society will host a pro rodeo at Midnight Stadium.…Continue Reading

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Chief Speaker joins Kainai Chieftanship

Posted on 12 July 2011 by Editor

Canada’s top elected official is the newest member of the Kainai Chieftanship. Prime Minister Stephen Harper was given the Blackfoot…Continue Reading

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Oh Susanna to showcase new album at the fair

Posted on 12 July 2011 by Editor

Oh Susanna returns to South Country Fair on Saturday fresh off a tour to promote her new album, “Soon the…Continue Reading

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Mountain pine beetles declined in the south

Posted on 12 July 2011 by Editor

The mountain pine beetle threat has eased in southwestern Alberta. The mountain pine beetle population has declined in this area,…Continue Reading

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Community Futures to survey businesses

Posted on 12 July 2011 by Editor

Community Futures Alberta Southwest wants to take the pulse of the Fort Macleod business community. The business development centre intends…Continue Reading

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Lifeguard joins team set for South Africa

Posted on 05 July 2011 by staff

A former Fort Macleod Swimming Pool lifeguard is on his way to South Africa in September for the 2011 Commonwealth…Continue Reading

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