Strathmore

The Agra Risk Wheatland Kings have re-signed Head Coach Doug Raycroft.

The news comes following the Kings recording a season-best in wins but were eliminated by the Medicine Hat Cubs in the playoffs.

"His dedication and vision have helped shape the team's on-ice success, and we’re excited to build on this momentum moving forward," the club said in a social media post.

Raycroft has coached the Kings for the last two years and is currently the principal of Strathmore High School.

An avalanche warning has been issued for several areas in the central Rockies.

The warning will remain in effect for Kananaskis Country, Banff National Park, Jasper National Park, Kootenay National Park, and Yoho National Park.

Two deaths were reported over the past few weeks, one in Kananaskis Country and the other in the Lake Louise ski area.

Several of Canada's premiers called for the elimination of interprovincial trade barriers on Friday ahead of a meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney.

Carney was meeting with premiers at the Canadian War Museum Friday afternoon to discuss the federal government's response to Chinese and U.S. tariffs.

Speaking to reporters before the meeting, Ontario Premier Doug Ford said "we need a united Canada."

The Strathmore Municipal Library is hosting "A Little Taste of Francophonie" this weekend.

The event is in partnership with Family and Community Support Services (FCSS), and Canadian Parents for French Alberta (CPFA), and will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the library on Saturday, Mar. 22.

"It's just about hosting an event that might get the word out that we do have a French program in Strathmore, and it's really important just to give people information about it," said Monique LeFort, co-chair with the Strathmore Branch of CPFA. 

The Alberta government is investing $3.2 million to renovate the Strathmore courthouse.

The facility will close on Mar. 31, with all court cases being taken to Calgary in the interim. Construction is expected to begin in June, with renovations slated for completion in about two years.

"The renovations will help make sure the courthouse has the resources and space it needs to support modernization and help the justice system to function effectively and increase Albertans’ access to justice," said minister of justice Mickey Amery.

Strathmore Town Council has voted against opening a new childcare facility.

The request to amend Land Use Bylaw 24-23 to allow the daycare was brought before council at a meeting on Wednesday, Mar. 19.

The daycare was planned for 416 and 417 80B Archie Klaiber Trail, next to the Strathmore Arby's. The proposed facility would have the capacity to hold 50 children with seven staff members.

At the public hearing, Strathmore business owner Jason Hollingsworth spoke against the facility, saying he is not opposed to the daycare itself, but rather to the location.

After 4 incredible years, this weekend marks the final episode of the Canadian Country Showcase. I want to take a moment to send out a massive THANK YOU to all the amazing artists who have joined me on the show over the years and, of course, to YOU – the listeners – for tuning in, supporting, and sharing in all the special moments along the way.

From celebrating big wins to debuting brand-new music and everything in between, it’s been an unforgettable ride.

Strathmore residents had their voices heard in a recent report on culture and recreation needs.

The 2024 Recreation and Cultural Needs Assessment was presented by RC Strategies during a town council meeting on Wednesday, March 19.

Rob Parks with the group told council that the purpose of the assessment was to gauge the community’s interest.

A community forum was held with 15 participants, a household survey generated 358 responses, a group survey received 26 responses, and 11 group conversation sessions with 32 organizations were hosted.

The Strathmore Musical Arts Society is preparing to rock the town with another show next month.

Joni Delaurier and Troy Kokol from Scarlett Butler will swing into town to sing some tunes and have fun on April 26.

The pair have been married for over 20 years and decided to start a band during the COVID-19 pandemic.

"We're based in Calgary, just up the road and I would say like we got our start writing country music for other people. So, you'll hear those country influences in a lot of our songwriting."