Pop 89: Adventures in directions
An aide on the neurology ward is holding up a lady diaper. "I've gone from 'I'm a big girl now' to 'I'm an old girl now,'" I say. "Put the long end at the top and the short end at the bottom," she says.
Check It Out: Doctors discuss the impact of AI on healthcare
Here are a few funny doctor's notes recorded by medical secretaries: "Discharge status: Alive, but without my permission." Another note read, "The patient was in his usual state…
Oyen Chamber wraps successful spring cleanup, sets summer events
On April 30, 2026, the Oyen & District Chamber of Commerce hosted a Spring Town Cleanup in conjunction with the students and teachers of South Central High School…
Raising bacon, raising a family: Lauretta Thygesen hits 100
Lauretta Thygesen celebrated her 100th birthday on May 9, 2026, at the Royal Canadian Legion Chapelhow #284 in Calgary. She was surrounded by her children…
Oyen Eagles look to three-peat
The Fertile Valley Baseball League is back with seven teams in play for the 2026 season. The back-to-back defending champion Oyen Eagles, the Kindersley Cubs, Klippers, Raiders and Stallions…
Vote to Stay launches campaign against Alberta separation
CALGARY – A new organization called Vote to Stay launched today to mobilize Albertans who want the province to remain in Canada ahead of the Oct. 19 referendum.
Calmer weather welcome after a stormy week in Sibbald
Alrighty then. That's enough of the darn wind! Calmer weather or rain showers are always welcome in these parts. More snow – are you kidding? My grandson called it the 15th winter!
Spring renewal warms Oyen Lodge week
Hello everyone. The rain showers sure are greening things up and it looks great. Also the smell of fresh cut grass along with the spring air flowing through the windows is always so refreshing…
Smith adds second separation question to Alberta referendum ballot
EDMONTON - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced May 21 that her government will add a second separation-related question to the province's Oct. 19, 2026 referendum ballot…
New Welcome to Alberta border signs unveiled with Strong and Free motto
EDMONTON – Alberta's government is rolling out a new generation of Welcome to Alberta border crossing signs featuring the province's Strong and Free motto…
Let the Snowbirds Fly
One of the great things about being Member of Parliament for Battle River–Crowfoot is having the honour to represent the men and women of CFB Wainwright.
Province taps industry, academic leaders for AI education panel
EDMONTON – Alberta's government is launching an expert panel to strengthen how post-secondary education prepares students for an artificial intelligence-driven economy.
Letter to the Editor: Coordinators urge community to keep RCMP Centennial Park name
We, the coordinators behind the petition circulating in Oyen requesting that the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Centennial Park name remain as is, have decided to write a letter…
Hanna RCMP seek public help identifying trespassing suspect
HANNA - Hanna RCMP are asking for the public's help identifying a man caught on security footage trespassing at a residence on 5 Avenue late on May 20, 2026.
Alberta invests $10 million to bring AI into health care
EDMONTON – Alberta's government is investing $10 million over three years to advance artificial intelligence and data-driven solutions in the province's health-care system.
Big Country Ag Society pursues grants, plans rodeo dates
OYEN - The Big Country Agricultural Society covered grant applications, facility upgrades and event planning at its May 11 general meeting.
Impaired driving crackdown nets 122 over Victoria Day weekend
EDMONTON – Alberta RCMP removed 122 impaired drivers from provincial roadways during enhanced traffic enforcement over the Victoria Day long weekend, May 15-18, 2026.
Horner stepping down as Alberta finance minister, won't seek re-election
EDMONTON - Drumheller-Stettler MLA Nate Horner will not continue as Alberta's Minister of Finance and President of Treasury Board when Premier Danielle Smith unveils her new cabinet…