Taking Care While Feeding the World: Farm Mental Health
Farmers and ranchers are some of the hardest-working people in the nation. With a sunup-to-past-sundown schedule, our farmers and ranchers work tirelessly...
Oyen Lodge News: Birthday and Anniversary celebrations this week
Hello Everyone. The first week of August, the weather was a bit cooler, but it was a nice change from the heat. It was nice to get some rain to freshen things up again.
OYEN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Small Business Week event in the works
The bi-monthly meeting was held at the FCSS Youth Centre, and members who were present were treated to a BBQ lunch prepared by Kim Walker, who volunteered to prepare the meal…
MUSEUM MUSINGS: Myrtle Varney donates paintings to Crossroads Museum
Myrtle Varney of Medicine Hat recently donated several farm scenes to the Oyen & District Museum. They are proudly displayed in Westside School which serves as our office.
Volunteer, Betty Walker wears many hats!
Betty Walker is a regular attendee at Oyen & District Farmers Market when she is not off helping out in the kitchen at her Saskatchewan hometown of Kelvington’s reunion…
Big Country Agricultural Society sponsors 4H Show & Sale
Big Country Agricultural Society was among sponsors of the Hanna District 4H Show & Sale. As stated in the Big Country Agricultural Society’s Bylaws, their objective is “to encourage…
BUFFALO NEWS: Annual Buffalo Rodeo set for this weekend
The countryside has received varying amounts of rain in the past few days. I know it's not great for those who are harvesting but the danger of fire is so much reduced.
Man Van tests 31 for prostate cancer
Saturday, June 22, the Man Van from Calgary rolled into Oyen and parked on the street between Halfway Pizza and Convenience Store and Lijdsman Insurance…
Church Service held at Norris farm
Sixteen people gathered at the gorgeous farmyard of Brian and Heather Norris on Sunday, July 7, to attend an Oyen United Church Service.
Drumheller RCMP: Suspects arrested following robbery and flight from police
On Aug. 6, 2024 at approximately 5:30 p.m., Drumheller RCMP received reports of a residential break and enter that was interrupted by the owner in Lehigh.
Penton: Scheffler’s Olympic gold ends all POY arguments
After Xander Schauffele won the Open championship at Troon for his second major championship of 2024, the major conversation among golf insiders was about PGA Tour Player of the Year.
SPORTS TALK: Olympics more about controversy than athletes and medals
The Olympics are never short on controversy and scandal, and Paris has been no different so far.
Pop 89: Life List
Every birder has a life list - a wish list of all the birds they must see with their own eyes before they die. Hardcore birders will fly all the way to the other side of the world…
Check It Out: Raising kids who grow up looking for opportunities
A wealthy businessman posted a photo of four children happily climbing on a valuable Lamborghini sports car. The man’s accompanying comment was…
Alberta RCMP: Motorcyclists with a need for speed take it to the track
Modern motorcycles are extraordinarily powerful and capable of extreme acceleration and high speeds.
Viva Vitality: Five reasons to take a break from screens!
Disconnecting from screens can be difficult but the benefits can be endless! Here are five reasons why taking a break from screens can be so important.
Water Safety: Stay safe with AHS’ summer tips
Alberta Health Services (AHS) wants Albertans to stay safe while enjoying the province’s lakes and rivers this summer.
Volunteers needed at Medicine Hat Regional Hospital
Medicine Hat Regional Hospital (MHRH) is seeking volunteers in various non-medical roles to support patients, including visiting patients daily and supporting a weekly bingo game.