Hanna Wildcats host 2023 Provincials
The Hanna Wildcats hosted the 2023 13U A Tier 1 Provincials from July 21-23 at the Hanna Triplex.
Cereal Sports Days a success!
Cereal Sports Days 2023, sponsored by the Prairieland Athletic Association, was a success by the looks of all the activity.
Oyen Rodeo Parade!
What an awesome morning for a parade! Residents lined the streets for Oyen’s annual Rodeo Parade which was held on Saturday, July 15.
Wilson finds the Ace!
After 30 attempts to find Ace, Greg Wilson was the lucky one to “catch” the Ace of Clubs at the final Chase the Ace on Thursday, June 29 at the Cereal Hotel & Bar.
Coyote Pups
Although this picture was taken in 2018, I thought it was worthwhile to share with you all, as it was shared with me by Nancy Hanson, who is a subscriber.
Winquist wins 2022 Photographer of the Year
On Friday, May 12th, the winners of the 2023 Better Newspapers Competition were announced. Publisher Kate Winquist received the highest honour in the photography category, capturing Photographer of the Year.
CAPTION THIS GOPHER!
Tyler Elizabeth Herr, from Cape Town, South Africa, visited her grandparents on their farm north of Plato, SK. She and her brother were enthralled by the gopher population in their machinery yard.
Pic of the Day
Lawrence Hanson used his skid-steer with chains to get a narrow trail cleared out to the gravel road at their residence near Cereal.
Oyen Lodge Report, Mar 10
Hello everyone! Welcome to March. We can’t wait for March to bring us spring weather with sunshine and warmer days!
Old & Wise!
Students at the Oyen Public School celebrated the 100th Day of School last week. They will now enjoy a week off for spring break…
Oyen Ladies Bonspiel
February 10 and 11 saw 10 Ladies teams descend on the Oyen and District Curling Club. Teams each curled 4 games throughout the event…
New Brigden couple met in Israel
Sometimes you have to travel long distances to meet that special someone. Connie and Jim Ness from New Brigden, Alberta, will celebrate their fourth anniversary this March.
It’s Fun Being A Princess!
South Central High School in Oyen held their first Princess Ball on Saturday. Proceeds from the event will go towards upgrading the stage and sound system in the gym.
Wacky Hair Day at New Brigden School
New Brigden School had a busy and fun week last week! It was Bell Let’s Talk Day on January 26 which led to some very good discussion.
SHARP SHOOTERS!
Assumption RC School has officially started their archery program. Thank you to Jack for putting on this refresher workshop!
Dancing With the Stars!
The Badlands Badgers put on the Dancing with the Stars Fundraiser Saturday, December 10th. It was a fun-filled night with a sold-out crowd of 280 people.
Kericourt School Christmas Concert 1950
These photos are taken from the Oyen history book “Many Trails Crossed Here: Volume II.
Alsask Memories
These photos are taken from the history book “Captured Memories” - a History of Alsask and Surrounding School Districts.
Hitching a ride
Santa hitched a ride with the Acadia Valley Fire Department on Saturday. Rumour has it that his sleigh was in for repairs.