From The Echo Archives
Compiled by Kate Winquist
5 YEARS AGO (2017)
Halpenny Agencies bids farewell to Muriel Sletton after 30 years
The flag flying at half mast at the Royal Canadian Legion #208 following the death of this area’s last servicewoman, Eileen Roberts.
Community Foundation of SE Alberta celebrates 25 years!
Legion Taekwon-Do shows skills at wind-up in Oyen
10 YEARS AGO (2012)
Jennifer Hogan earns nursing degree.
More than 50 teens left Oyen for the i-Lead youth conference promoting leadership in Sylvan Lake, in what they described as, “the best weekend ever.”
ATCO Gas celebrates a century of natural gas service in Alberta.
The family of the late Benjamin and Pauline Anderson will hold a celebration to commemorate a Century of Farming in the Buffalo community.
15 YEARS AGO (2007)
South Central High School Class of 2007 has 31 graduates.
Look up ... ‘way up! Horizon blimp soars over Oyen.
Oyen Lodge expansion and renovations - plans underway.
Sixteen members attended the May meeting of the Chamber of Commerce, welcoming RCMP Cpl. Terry Link and the FCSS Heather Norris.
20 YEARS AGO (2002)
A fatal motor vehicle collision occurred on Highway 9 at the junction of Highway 41, 4 km north of the town of Oyen. A husband, wife and 16 year-old son were killed at the scene.
Howard Hains passed away at the age of 85.
Three new business people were welcomed by the Chamber of Commerce - Ray Spurgeon of Country Videos and Roy and Roxie Pratt of Double R Stitch ‘n Things.
Local pharmacist, Gordon Johnsen was recognized by the Alberta College of Pharmacists with the Whitehall-Robins Bowl of Hygeia, an award that recognizes contributions to the community.
25 YEARS AGO (1997)
Local Write On Contest Winners included: Clinton Rude, Valene Miller, Landon Olsen, Darmidy Goodine, Alisia Fieldberg and Brandi Barnes.
New Brigden was preparing for the Johnner Brothers Social.
Laura Huston of Sibbald was awarded the Donald Chiliak Memorial Scholarship of $500.
Acadia Valley reported 6/10” of rain.
30 YEARS AGO (1992)
The grand opening of the Alsask Craft Centre took place at the former DND school building.
Three SCHS graduates receive degrees from Bethel College campus, Mishawaka, Indiana: Andrea Neilson, Jack Shields and Joel Zimmerman.
Oyen and District Chamber of Commerce is hosting Sidewalk Day which coincides with Oyen’s 73rd annual Sports weekend, hosted by Sounding Creek Ball Club.
Oyen town councillors met and learned that the municipal census had been completed, showing the population was now 1041.
35 YEARS AGO (1987)
The feature attraction of the “Spring into Summer” promotion in Oyen was the bed race. Eric Gilbertson’s team of Tony Wilson, Warren Getz, John Ruschkowski and Murray Hanewich took home $100 for getting their bed across the finish line first.
A large crowd attended UFA Farm Supply annual “Sprayer Day” - Patrons were treated to hamburgers (920 in all); coffee, white & chocolate milk (420 cups).
Debora Kohlman, bride-elect of Vernon Brockman was guest of honor at a Bridal Shower in Esther Hall.
Rita and Brian Dillabough and three children of Cochrane were weekend guests of Rita’s parents Ralph and Marvel Jorgenson. They attended the McClellan anniversary celebrations.
40 YEARS AGO (1982)
Graduating from the Acadia Valley E.C.S. class of 1982 were: Lindsey Peers, Byron Colbe, Jeromy Bishoff, Louise Niwa, Lana Schmidt, Susan Ibach, Tara White, Pam Jazner, Tera Neilson and Gay;e Niwa.
“The Queen and Her Court” Rosie Black (most feared pitcher in the world) was coming to Oyen R.C.M.P. Park.
The new Empress Municipal Hospital was just about completed. The tentative date for the opening was set for August.
Seniors Bake Sale and Rummage Sale raises $335.25 and $352.78 respectively.
45 YEARS AGO (1977)
Just over 200 persons attended the Art Show arranged by the Oyen and District Art Club.
Oyen Lions honor Dr. McCracken with “Citizen of the Year” and Don Bamber for “Lion of the Year”.
The theme for S.C.H.S. Graduation was “Somewhere Over the Rainbow”
