Partner Profile: McMahon Angus bull sale, dry-aged beef, organic produce
McMahon Angus’ second annual bull sale is coming up Wednesday, March 19 at the Mankota Weigh Station.
Red and black Angus yearling bulls are on offer. Black Angus genetics were purchased two years ago from Glen and Darla Briere at Glendar Angus. Red Angus genetics were bought out of the Running JR herd and go back to the legendary Flying K Ranch.
Partner Profile: Garden season starts early at Blondie's Gift & Garden Center
When the weather starts getting warmer, many people start looking forward to camping, beach days, and outdoor sports. But for gardeners and plant lovers alike... the first sign of melting snow marks the beginning of the planting season!
It also means it’s time to stock up seeds and get your starters ready for summer.
Thankfully, Blondie’s Gift and Garden Center is open year-round, so everything you need to get started, including seeds, potting soil, compost, and more, is already in stock and ready to grow!
Partner Profile: Local concrete & construction company builds family legacy on solid foundation
In 1971, Grant Tait arrived in Swift Current with just his toolbox and strong work ethic. Given this humble beginning, he couldn’t have known then that he was establishing the foundation for a family business that would thrive into its third generation.
“My dad went down to Beaver Lumber and started unloading cement bags,” reflects Chad Tait. “He ended up getting a job building calf shelters and granary bin floors. Next thing you know, he’s building a house out in Pennant. And that’s how Tait Construction started. Just as simple as being willing to go out and do the job.”
This March, we’re celebrating all women in Central Plains
International Women’s Day is March 8th. It’s a day to celebrate the achievements of women around the world. It’s also a day to acknowledge and help women fight violence and abuse against women, fight for gender equality, and fight for women’s rights.
Here in Portage, Mil-Jeanne’s Flowers & Axcenz are celebrating women all month.
Alicia and Kyle Pettinger own the popular flower and gift shop, and will be donating 10% of all the floral proceeds from flower sales in the month of March to Prairie Harbour.
Sponsorship opportunity covers all training costs for aspiring Class 1 drivers and offers post-licensing job with Burbank Express
Burbank Express is excited to announce the MELT Sponsorship Program, designed to support the next generation of professional truck drivers. This program offers an incredible opportunity for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the transportation industry.
St. Timothy’s: Small school, big success for Cochrane students
Parents and guardians have many options when it comes to choosing a school that will be the best fit for their child’s learning journey. St. Timothy’s is a Catholic junior and senior high school that serves students in grades 9 to 12. In addition to Cochrane, the school also accepts students living in Bragg Creek, Bearspaw, Cochrane Lake and basically anywhere west of the Calgary city limits.
Principal David Gowans shares that St. Timothy’s is a school founded on the principles of striving for excellence while remaining grounded in faith.
Aqua Pumphouse re-opens – same location, new look!
After a year away from the shop, Aqua Pumphouse is officially back in business!
Calvin Andres and his wife, Terri, the owners of Aqua Pumphouse, are thrilled to be back in their original location at 1777 Chaplin St. West – now updated with a brand-new look.
“It’s nice to be back,” said Andres, “We’re happy to be in a place where we can help the southwest get their water flowing again.”
Family-run BTS Dermatology & Medical Spa provides Cochrane with comfortable, technologically-advanced beauty treatments
At BTS Dermatology & Medical Spa in Cochrane, cutting-edge skin and beauty treatments go hand in hand with a commitment to providing warm, welcoming customer service.
“Because we’re a close-knit team, we want our clients to feel like part of the family,” says BTS part-owner Sammi Van der Walt. “There are so many medical spas and dermatology clinics out there, so we really want to stand out by serving our clients in a fun and supportive environment.”
Partner Profile: Salvation Army blown away by community support
“I shouldn’t be amazed after all these years, but I’m amazed every single time how well people respond.”
Captain Ian Scott from the Salvation Army, speaking with Chris Martens on Country 94.1 on January 29th, shared his appreciation for the incredible support the Salvation Army has received over the last few months.
Partner Profile: Grow resilient crops with less inputs
It all began with a remarkable discovery at an abandoned mine tailing site.
“Mine tailings are pretty toxic environments – but this particular site had plants growing on it! In my master’s degree, I found that the microbial community was the driving force that determined which plants grew where on this contaminated site. So I wanted to invent a product that would help make plants at contaminated sites grow better, help plants grow in an urban environment, and help agriculture.”