The magic of OZ comes to life!
The magic of Oz came to life in Mrs. (Jill) Brown’s classroom at Oyen Public School as students took to the stage for their much-anticipated production of The Wizard of Oz.
University of Lethbridge researcher receives Banting Discovery Award
Dr. Jessica Willi, an assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at the University of Lethbridge, is one of 10 scientists to receive a 2025 Banting Discovery Award…
Removing barriers for Alberta’s Oil Rigs
Alberta’s government is cutting red tape to help service rig operators spend more time working in the field, not waiting at inspection sites.
Report shows Alberta producing more oil and less emissions
The 2023 Oil Sands Greenhouse Gas Emissions Intensity Analysis shows Alberta’s oil sands have reduced emissions per barrel by 26 per cent, a 4 per cent improvement over the 2022 reporting period.
Acadia Municipal Library: Three new books
Three new books have arrived this week: The Tenant by Freida McFadden in adult fiction, The Third Gilmore Girl: A Memoir by Kelly Bishop in non-fiction, and Wings of Fire…
Town of Oyen Library Booknotes: Nightshade
ADULT FICTION: Nightshade / by: Michael Connelly, One Golden Summer / by: Carley Fortune, The Martha’s Vineyard Beach and Book Club / by: Martha Hall…
Let's Go Oilers!
Fans from teams across Canada are getting in on the fun and cheering for the Oilers.
Penton: Quarterbacks hog spotlight in the CFL
Just like in the National Football League where quarterback is king, the men barking out signals behind centre are the stars in the Canadian Football League, too.
REMEMBERING WHEN: The small town hardware store
While society is more flexible nowadays, gender roles were much more rigid and distinct when I was growing up. Back then, men generally did "manly" things…
Pop 89: Turn Off Your Cell & Bow Your Head
The power was down for the whole day yesterday. My neighbour commented on the number of kids zipping past her house on their bikes.
Check It Out: Family is important
A woman smiled and said to her husband, “If I agreed with you, we’d both be wrong.” Meanwhile, a dad observed, “It’s all silent treatment from the kids until someone needs Wi-Fi passwords.”
Viva Vitality: Nutrition to support brain health
Nutrition supports our overall health, but did you know that it also supports our brain health?
Alberta RCMP provides tips to reduce yard theft and residential break and enters
As people set out on summer vacation and more time is spent away from the home, your Alberta RCMP is reminding community members to secure your property…
Oyen Lodge Report: Brief taste of summer
Hello, everyone. We had a brief taste of summer weather for a few days, with temperatures around 30 degrees in some areas.
OYEN BRIEFS: Volunteers work casinos for local community groups
Oyen & District Chamber of Commerce members Oyen Home Hardware, Lijdsman Insurance, Here’s Your Sign, Schindel Agencies and Canalta, Oyen will be delivering Meals on Wheels…
Special Areas welcomes Ratepayers at Annual Meetings
2025 annual ratepayer meetings are well underway after kicking off in Buffalo, AB on May 22. A total of six meetings have been planned throughout the Special Areas…
Oyen Thrift Store celebrates 10th Anniversary
The executive and volunteers of the Oyen Thrift Store invite you to celebrate their 10th anniversary by joining them for a complimentary hamburger at the Thrift Store…
Confirmed case of measles in Hanna
HANNA - Alberta Health Services (AHS) has been notified of a person with confirmed measles in the Central Zone who has been in a public setting while infectious.