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A Canadian Olympian helps inspire local athletes to never give up
Fresh off the airplane from Tokyo and the 2020 Olympics, Canadian Taekwondo athlete Yvette Yong likely had many things planned in her schedule. Yet, just three days after she returned…
Councillor Matt Connell
Councillor Matt Connell has lived in Whitecourt since he was 13 years old. The community he first stepped into is a far cry from the one in which his grandson…
Living and breathing Firesmart until it becomes second nature
On Friday, August 6, the Town of Whitecourt, Woodlands County, Alberta Wildfire, and the Whitecourt Fire Department held a joint event at Rotary Park to stress the importance of Firesmart…
“It’s a win, win, win.” Woodlands County Mayor John Burrows reacts to an ongoing Ledcor agreement
Woodlands County Council was happy to vote on continuing an agreement with Ledcor Highway Services to drop their plow blades on Highway 658. At a recent meeting, the group of…
A free concert featuring local acts and an award-winning Albertan country artist will be rocking Rotary Park this weekend
After a drought of entertainment, Andrew Malmquist, the Town of Whitecourt’s Arts and Culture Coordinator, is ready to get things going again. On Saturday, August 14, the first town-ran live…
Whitecourt’s tennis court has been made new thanks to awesome pickleball volunteers
Anyone walking by the tennis court beside the Scott Safety Centre in Whitecourt over the years has noticed the deteriorating space. Years of use and weather had left their mark.…
Supporting Whitecourt’s needy with a friendly smile and a generous bag of groceries
The parking lot at Family Dental Health Whitecourt has been busy after hours on Mondays for several months. Starting at 5 pm, the owners, their children, and staff members at…
Finding the heart of the community by volunteering for Eagle Tower Victim Services
Eagle Tower Victim Services is seeking more volunteers. Program Manager Tina Prodaniuk said that Whitecourt currently has nine advocates, and Fox Creek has three. With some advocates rotating out following…
“It’s a win, win, win.” Woodlands County Mayor John Burrows reacts to an ongoing Ledcor agreement
Woodlands County Council was happy to vote on continuing an agreement with Ledcor Highway Services to drop their plow blades on Highway 658. At a recent meeting, the group of…
Whitecourt Town Council is applying for a federal grant to tackle a huge project, linking downtown Whitecourt with Rotary Park
During the July 19, 2021, Regular Meeting Whitecourt Town Council discussed an opportunity to apply for funding from the Canada Community Revitalization Fund (CCRF). The fund aims to help communities…
Business Profile – Whitecourt Stationery
One of the longest-standing downtown businesses is Whitecourt Stationary which first started in 1978. “My Dad worked in the oil business, and he was being transferred to Calgary. My Mom…
Whitecourt Taekwondo’s Summer Camp is a huge success as interest in the sport surges
On Thursday, July 22, Master Jim Rennie excitedly introduced the kids from Whitecourt Taekwondo’s first summer camp of 2021 to the eager audience before him. The showcase allowed students to…
Twp. Rd. 594 is getting work done following a funding reallocation vote
At a previous Woodlands County Council meeting, Council directed Administration to find money in the budget for needed repairs to Twp. Rd. 594 west of Blue Ridge, at the cost…
Getting back into the swing of things
Graham Acres is back to being a hub of activity now that teams are playing in the fields. After a year of hiatus, the Whitecourt Slo-Pitch Association kicked off their…
Good grub for a great “kommunity” cause
On Thursday, July 22, in the parking lot across from their building, board members and volunteers with Tennille’s Hope Kommunity Soup Kitchen held a BBQ Fundraiser. The Downtown Auto parking…