Just A Gal From Glidden: Freedom at 16 and 202 kilometres of trouble
July 2, 1985. That date is burned into my memory. I had just turned 16 a month earlier and, yes, that was the historic day Katie Drummond got her driver’s licence. Freedom at last.
REMEMBERING WHEN: The cat caught a bird
Our late father loved and would do anything for his birds. He was kind to all the animals we ever had, but the wild birds that frequented the bird feeders outside our home…
Check It Out: What can Canada learn from Europe’s mistakes?
The following quote by an American writer is appropriate for this week’s missive: “Learn all you can from the mistakes of others. You won’t have time to make them all yourself.”
Letter to the Editor: Oyen citizens oppose renaming of Alberta R.C.M.P. Century Park
In this article, we will endeavour to explain to the Echo’s readership why a group of Oyen citizens has lobbied the Oyen Town Council twice, requesting the amendment or repeal of Resolution C122 (06/16/25).
ABmunis: Albertans’ property taxes will go up because of Budget 2026
Alberta Municipalities (ABmunis) has decided to say the quiet part out loud: Albertans will pay more property tax this year because of the Government of Alberta's decisions, as presented in this budget.
Viva Vitality: Connecting with our communities
Today’s world is so digitally connected, and yet many people feel less connected to their communities than in the past. Connection to community is about support and belonging…
Getting our immigration system under control
Here in Battle River—Crowfoot, you already know how the Liberals’ reckless open borders policies have let more people into our country than we had homes and opportunities for.
Just A Gal From Glidden: Still afraid. Still showing up. (Preferably at 2:30.)
Let’s face it. No one likes going to the dentist. Well… maybe the odd person. A very odd person. When I was little and it was time for a dental appointment, I was absolutely terrified.
Pop 89: Ashes & Snow — Part 2
Lent is a time for fasting, praying and the giving of alms. Many people, when they think of fasting, see it as a way to give up the foods they love in the portions they prefer…
Growing Through Grief: The pang of envy
There will always be someone more successful, happier, richer, brighter than you. From our own limited perspective it can appear others have got it all together.
Check It Out: MP stands alone as he refuses his annual pay raise
Actor Tim Allen once said, “You can’t keep sleeping on my couch. I want the memory foam to have a chance to forget about you.” It was a line from the comedy Last Man Standing…
A Full-Circle Moment: Why Canada is Always Worth Fighting For
A couple of weeks ago I found myself in Ottawa reflecting on how quickly two decades can pass. I was there to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the 2006 Conservative election victory…
Albertans are proud Canadians
Wheat from our fields. Energy from our land. Athletes on podiums. Every day, Alberta and Albertans make Canada proud — feeding the country, fueling the economy…
Just A Gal From Glidden: Confessions of a reluctant pianist
This may come as a surprise to some of you — I very much enjoy listening to classical music. I know. I know.
