Emily Morozoff, younger daughter of Cst. Robert and Laura Morozoff of Oyen, is enrolled at the University of Calgary for a Bachelor of Science, majoring in Computer Science.

Last fall Paige Siegel registered in Medicine Hat College’s Speech Language Therapy two-year program. Upon completion, she will transfer and complete her degree…

I was excited to go to work February14 (Valentine’s Day), my first day working for The Oyen Echo.

Hanna Elks Lodge #45 representative Don Brinton presented the Hanna Ministerial Association with a donation of $500 towards their Emergency Support Fund.

Ten members of the Seniors group attended the potluck supper on February 7. It was delicious and varied as usual: casseroles, salad, homemade buns, cheese biscuits, pickles and two desserts.

The Oyen Echo is pleased to have former editor Diana Walker as a local presence for the paper.

Did you know that kindness is scientifically proven to be good for you? You’ve likely felt a wave of good feelings wash over you during a moment of kindness.

A male resident of Hanna was arrested for uttering threats and released on an undertaking to appear in Hanna court.

The Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta (CFSEA) is grateful to have received a $9,500 donation from the ENERCON Community Program.

Sedalia, a hamlet in southern Alberta, was a hub of activity on the last day of January when about forty people from surrounding communities gathered at the Sedalia Hall to attend a meeting.

This week, I am wishing Linda Howe get well wishes. She has been a guest of Big Country Hospital in Oyen the past few days. Get well soon, Linda.

As the winter season blankets Southern Alberta, staying as active as you typically do may present a unique set of challenges.

This week at the lodge, we have started to prep for Valentine’s Day; our arts and crafts group has begun to paint some vases with reds and pinks.

The Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta values all their respected donors. One of the many ways donors choose to create a lasting legacy is through a Donor Advised Fund.

Happy Birthday to all you Capricorns and Aquarians born in February! Dellas Raessler (1), Dave Smeyers (14), Nichole Clayholt and Florence Ducommun (17), Merle Morton (25), Brett Seidler (26)!

Hello Hand Hills - now we are getting a chinook. This winter has been a real mixed bag of weather but we are through January - Yahoo!

The Church at Endiang will once again host the Shrove Tuesday pancake supper on Tuesday, Feb. 13 at the Endiang Community Hall from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.

With winter comes many fun outdoor activities such as building snowmen, skating, snowboarding, skiing, and more. All outdoor winter activities typically come with some risk…

Buffalo Ag Society will hold its annual Valentine Extravaganza on February 10, 2024 at the hall beginning at 7:00 p.m. Come out and dig in the sand for prizes…

Four months ago I was provided an opportunity to contribute as a Freelance Journalist for The Hanna Sentinel.