Oyen Briefs: Sovereignty meeting draws 80
More than 80 people attended an Alberta Sovereignty meeting held March 3 at the Oyen Seniors Rec Centre. Guest speakers Kathy Flett, Chris Scott and Sheane Meikle shared perspectives…
Residents keep active at Oyen Lodge
Residents at the Oyen Lodge kept busy with a variety of activities during the first week of March. The week began Monday morning with exercises, followed by a one on one game of Scrabble.
Dorothy Lawson 96th Birthday
Dorothy Lawson celebrated her 96th Birthday on February 13, 2026. It was held at the Extended Care, Oyen. Her daughter Rose, from Drayton Valley, brought a beautiful cake and flowers for her mom.
Viva Vitality: Focus on Protein Foods
March is Nutrition Month, and this year’s theme is Focus on Protein Foods. Protein is important for your body. It helps you make enzymes and hormones, build and repair tissues…
Oyen Lodge: Welcome March, for bringing us longer days
Hello everyone. A few more days of winter — with snow and wind — greeted us again as we welcome March.
Small school with a big heart
The New Brigden School may be small in student numbers, but they have a big heart. In February they wore PJs for a Purpose and raised funds for the Medicine Hat Health Foundation.
Oyen Briefs: Former Acadia School Division superintendent Melvin Fenske dies at 94
Recently, Bernie Krewski and Pat Siferd told me of Melvin Robert Fenske’s death in Edmonton on January 15, 2026, at the age of 94.
Nominations open for 2026 Southeastern Alberta Top 7 Over 70 awards
MEDICINE HAT — Nominations will open March 2 for the 2026 Southeastern Alberta Top 7 Over 70™ Awards, a biennial initiative recognizing individuals over the age of 70…
Referendum lacks town hall plan — but stay tuned, premier says
No detailed plan existed last week to help voters parse nine questions that challenge what it means to be an Albertan within Confederation.
Oyen Lodge: Residents enjoy Family Day week, birthdays and regular activities at the Lodge
The cold weather did show up as predicted, with the chilling wind, but we are back to some normal temperatures again, thank goodness.
New field marks milestone for Oyen Soccer Club ahead of 2026 season
After seven years of fundraising, setbacks and steady determination, the Oyen Soccer Club will take to a brand-new field for the 2026 season.
Sibbald News: Quilters at work, community milestones and a welcome return to winter
The Sibbald Quilting Club ladies were back in action the first weekend in February. If you’ve never seen these affairs, it is something. Tables are full.
What Alberta’s communities need Budget 2026 to deliver
Alberta Municipalities (ABmunis) is eager to learn what the Government of Alberta’s Budget 2026 will bring and determine how it will affect communities across the province.
Alberta to hold provincial referendum on immigration, constitutional reform
Albertans will vote Oct. 19 on a series of immigration and constitutional reform questions in a provincial referendum the government says is aimed at strengthening…
Viva Vitality: Standing Together Against Bullying
Bullying is an experience that is all too common. An estimated one in five young people are affected by bullying during adolescence.
Lots of love and sweet surprises at the Oyen Lodge
Hello everyone. I hope everyone had a wonderful Family Day long weekend and a great Valentine’s Day. The weather has still been nice, but there are some chillier temperatures ahead.
Oyen Public School celebrates the Olympics
Oyen Public School wrapped up its 2026 Winter Olympics this week, capping off several days of spirited competition, teamwork and school-wide celebration.
Warren Peers School hosts Winter Olympics celebration in Acadia Valley
ACADIA VALLEY — Warren Peers School brought the spirit of the Winter Olympics to Acadia Valley last week, hosting its own games and celebrating athleticism, teamwork and sportsmanship.
CFSEA opens Spring 2026 Community Grant Cycle
The Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta (CFSEA) is pleased to announce that the Spring 2026 Community Grant Cycle is now open.
Assumption School new classroom tools
Thanks to the generosity of the Assumption community in supporting school fundraisers, new classroom tools, a popcorn maker and event snacks, archery equipment…