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Blues At The Bow welcomes Chicago legend Maurice John Vaughn
By Nerissa McNaughton Southern Alberta Newspapers L ocal blues fans have a real treat coming their way. On Saturday, August 22, Blues At The Bow will host Chicago blues legend Maurice John Vaughn, joined by special guests Grammy Award winner Donald Ray Johnson, Russell Jackson, and Sam Goode. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., and the show gets underway at 8:30 p.m. For anyone who loves… Read More »
Bow Island Fire Department receives generous donation, will build new training facility
By Nerissa McNaughton Southern Alberta Newspapers The Bow Island Fire Department, which includes Forty Mile Fire Service Station, has been selected as the recipient of a generous… Read More »
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The Little Neon-Lit Theater in Bow Island That’s Low-Key Hosting Legendary Blues Acts
A historic Bow Island venue is drawing world-class blues talent — and giving summer nights a serious upgrade. Where the Blues Come Alive Some of… Read More »
Postcard Perfection: Why This Historic Hotel is a Must-Visit This Summer
Explore the rich history and breathtaking allure of the Prince of Wales Hotel. Uncover top Waterton Lakes attractions and plan your perfect getaway today. Imagine… Read More »
Cypress Courier
Vendors, volunteers, and home cooks needed for the Redcliff Fall Festival
By Nerissa McNaughton Southern Alberta Newspapers Do you have your own special chili recipe that is always a hit at potlucks? Are you a vendor looking to join the annual Redcliff Fall Festival? If you are either – or both – the time is now! The call is open for the chili cook-off and the festival. Sign up today to be a part of the action. It all takes… Read More »
Wild Horse border upgrades take step forward
By Zoe Mason Southern Alberta Newspapers Upgrades to the border crossing nearest to Medicine Hat are advancing after years of local advocacy. The Canada Border… Read More »
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- Raise the Roof Gala supports new PRPS ag school
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No Spacesuit Required: How to Visit the Red Planet Right Here in Southern Alberta
Summer is the perfect time to make memories, and what better way to capture those moments than through photography? You don’t need to be a… Read More »
Agriculture →
Sugar beet growers show what a century of practice looks like
By Carl Rodrigo Southern Alberta Newspapers The Alberta Sugar Beet Growers held its annual Plot Hop and Luncheon on July 22 in Taber, Alta. A… Read More »
Farming Smarter pitches collaboration as top priority for future policy to federal Ag minister
Farming Smarter Heath MacDonald, federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, visited Farming Smarter’s research farm in Lethbridge County last week (July 7) to experience first-hand… Read More »
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Ottawa’s bonus culture makes failure pay
In the real world, bonuses happen when you do a good job or your organization has a great year. In Ottawa, bonuses reward D- performances,… Read More »
Supply management was meant to save Canadian dairy
Donald Trump’s latest tariff threat should not become another excuse to avoid reforming supply management. His response is excessive and disruptive, but that does not… Read More »
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Southern Alberta Summer Games results posted
Southern Alberta Newspapers The 2026 Southern Alberta Summer Games, hosted in Bow Island and the County of Forty Mile from July 8-11, are now in… Read More »
Carter secures Max Gibb Award at SASG
Cypress County Linda Carter won bronze in darts July 9 at the Southern Alberta Summer Games, but the Cypress County senior will tell you being… Read More »