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Whitecourt Wado Kai Karate Club Tournament held on April 1
The Whitecourt Wado Kai Karate Club held a tournament at the Allan & Jean Millar Centre on Saturday, April 1. With 42 black belts and over 200 competitors from across…
Tessa Barrass nominated for Edwin Parr award
By Reed Clements The Northern Gateway Public School Division has nominated Whitecourt’s own Tessa Barrass for the 2017 Edwin Parr Teacher Award. Barrass teaches Grade 3 at…
Whitecourt crime statistics, 2016
By Laura Bohnert The Whitecourt Municipal Detachment has released the crime statistics for 2016—how did this year compare to 2015? Statistics most notably show a decrease in the number…
Spruce Grove Saints tie the series, force game seven in Whitecourt
Hold your breath fans, it’s going to take a game seven! After getting out to a 3-1 lead in the series, the Whitecourt Wolverines will now have to fight for…
Market at Little Big Fort helps fund current programs and new initiatives
The floor space of Little Big Fort was extended out into the mall on Saturday, March 25 for a Vendor Market in support of the Fort. Over 30 vendors signed…
2017 Whitecourt Fish & Game Banquet another huge success
With around 800 members in the area, the Whitecourt Fish & Game Association’s Annual Wild Game Banquet and Silent Auction is always a big event. Celebrating 22 years of a…
Wellspring seeks to develop second-stage housing in Whitecourt
By Reed Clements The Wellspring Family Resource and Crisis Centre is currently in the process of finding land and funding for its second-stage housing project. Wellspring offers…
Is Whitecourt ready for a status update?
By Laura Bohnert The decision to upgrade the Town of Whitecourt to City status was discussed by Council at this year’s January 2017 Planning Session—but is a status update…
GED course in Whitecourt: It’s never too late to learn
A general education diploma, or GED, is achieved when a set of tests certify that the student has met high-school academic standards. GEDs are commonly taken by adults that…
Fox Creek Nordic and Trail Club approaches $1 million mark
By Reed Clements Since its founding in 2013, the Fox Creek Nordic and Trail Club has completed many projects, the total cost of which is approaching $1 million.…
Family Fun Night a hit at Central School
Every year, the School Council at Central School puts on a Family Fun Night. Over the years, the fun night has changed from being a game night to being a…
More great support for local cancer patients
The Whitecourt Cancer & Wellness Society has been playing a big role in helping local cancer patients since it was founded in 2002. One of their most successful programs is…
What a series for the Wolverines!
The first round of the AJHL playoffs was a clean sweep after three fantastic games against the Grande Prairie Storm. Let’s break down the action. On Thursday, March 9 at…
Mayor Chichak “very satisfied” with attendance at Budget Info Open House
The Whitecourt Town Council & Administration Budget Information Open House was held at the Allan & Jean Millar Centre on March 8. Held for the first time last year, the…
Four grant deadlines are fast approaching
By Laura Bohnert Are you eligible for any of the four fast-approaching Whitecourt grant deadlines? Time is running out to apply for the Community Cleanup Grant, the Enhancement Grant,…