According to Mayor Chris Spearman southern Alberta relies heavily on agriculture for support, Tawnya Plain Eagle reports. Given the recent downfall of the Canadian dollar, Mayor Spearman says it’s a great time to be producing and exporting agriculture products locally. “The real value of economic diversification and economic development is that we grow it here,…
‘There is endless opportunities for southern Alberta’
Agriculture and the City of Lethbridge go hand in hand. With that means big benefits for the local economy, reports Tawnya Plain Eagle Mayor Chris Spearman says with local expertise specializing in areas such as water management it helps create a diverse economy. Having international processors like McCain and Maple Leaf located near Lethbridge help…
Champions till the end
For the second season in a row the Kodiaks women’s basketball team is setting the bar high. The girls ended off last season with two losses and are currently undefeated this season. They hope to continue their no loss success till the end of this season too, Tawnya Plain Eagle reports. Brad Karren, the head…
Mayor’s Annual State of the City Addresses Tuesday morning
Mayor Chris Spearman has released new information on what 2016 has in store for the future. Tawnya Plain Eagle has more. He said in an announcement Tuesday morning that the city has focused more on efficiencies and ways to improve the city. Spearman said that the city has changed the firefighter and EMS response plan.…
Kodiaks women’s basketball enter 2016 undefeated
For the second season in a row the Kodiaks women’s basketball team is setting the bar high, Tawnya Plain Eagle explains. The girls have not lost a game yet and are hoping to keep that going the remainder of the season. Coach Brad Karren says the key to their success is setting reachable goals every…
Farmers want more details from Bill 6
Concerns have been raised over the future of Alberta’s agriculture industry as a result of Bill 6, a contentious law that sees safety as a key feature. With the NDP government in office for only half a year, many Albertans are not impressed with the new bill being proposed to the province. Maria Fitzpatrick, MLA…
Local Foodbanks help out the less fortunate.
Local food banks have been hard at work filing up hampers, and putting special packages together for the less fortunate. I had the opportunity to see how a few local food banks helped people in need with Christmas just two weeks away.
Is Christmas really the most wonderful time of the year?
Christmas is a season of getting together, giving more than receiving and spending time with your loved ones. As most of western society preps for Christmas, it can become very stressful and many people begin to dread the financial strain of the season. I often hear people say they want to “skip Christmas” or “Christmas…
Cooking classes help individuals get creative
With the City of Lethbridge cultural landscape becoming more diverse, cooking classes are something many citizens are checking out. The Chinook Country Kitchen is one prime example, that partners with Family Centre as well as The Interfaith Food Bank for cooking classes. The cooking classes are in place to help families cook healthy meals that…
Piikani Nation anticipates new ice rink
After over a decade since Piikani Nation has had an ice rink, construction for a new one is well on its way. Community members are excited for the ways this arena will help to bring its residents together. Lowell Yellow Horn, a Councillor member on the Piikani Nation says that community wellness has a huge…
