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Annual Penny Carnival attendance tops 300

Children were busy and excited at the 28th annual Penny Carnival at the High Prairie Municipal Library on Aug. 8. The carnival attracted 311 people. Children of all ages had a fun time at seven stations, that included Spin to…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Youth, get ready to Escape and Explore one last time before school is in session! Northern Sunrise County/Nampa Family and Community Support Services is welcoming youth to its three-day summer camp from Aug. 20-22. “The camp…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Smoky River Family and Community Support Services is gearing up to take youth on an excursion that is sure to be educational and fun. The youth trip will be held Aug. 16 and will allow youth…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Water lovers, nature enthusiasts, and people who love the Peace River are invited to the banks to watch this year’s Paddle the Peace on Aug. 17. “Paddle the Peace is organized by the County of Northern…
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A rodeo tradition returns!

The High Prairie Native Friendship Centre brought back a tradition from years ago at this year’s High Prairie Elks Pro Rodeo. The centre held a pancake breakfast July 28. Years ago, High Prairie St. Mark’s Anglican Church held a pancake…
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The Central Slave Lake Agricultural Society is planning an old-fashioned Fall Fair the Sept. 6 weekend and they want your ideas! The society says they will post more details about events on their Facebook page as the fair nears. The…
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Rodeo celebrates Indigenous culture

Peerless Trout First Nation hosted a small Tipi Village at the 62nd annual High Prairie Elks Pro Rodeo July 30-31. Left-right, are youth and cultural co-oordinator Elizabeth Cardinal, Elder Daniel Noskiye, executive assistant Sheirra Noskiye, Elder John Jim Houle and…
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Good ol’ country hoedown enjoyed at Triangle

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Toes were tappin’ and hands were clappin’ at the 11th annual Triangle Hoedown Jamboree held July 25-28 at the Pioneer Threshermans Association grounds. Even the rain and cool temperatures didn’t dampen the spirits, music co-ordinator Louise…
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Skene crowned 2024 Elks Pro Rodeo Queen

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Kenzie Skene, of Sexsmith, is the 2024 High Prairie Elks Pro Rodeo Queen! She was crowned the winner at the 62nd annual High Prairie Elks Pro Rodeo on July 30. The new queen is delighted to…
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What a parade it was!

Forget the old saying that High Prairie has a great parade for a town its size! High Prairie has a great parade. . .period! This year’s High Prairie Elks Pro Rodeo Parade was held the first day of the rodeo,…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Children and youth between the ages of eight and 14 years are being invited to participate in Northern Sunrise County’s End of Summer Youth Outing. The Aug. 23 event is set to provide a day of…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Outdoor enthusiasts are invited to take part in a Wildlife Discovery Day on Aug. 24 at Harmon Valley Park. The day is being hosted by Northern Sunrise County, Fish and Wildlife, and Sora Ecological Consulting’s Robb…
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A terrific day to enjoy Alberta’s parks!

Parks Day celebrations returned to Winagami Lake Provincial Park July 20 with many activities for visitors to enjoy. A delicious cake, a guessing game, scavenger hunt, hotdogs and drinks, and a dip in the wading pool were all part of…
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Richard FroeseSouth Peace News A summer day camp for children will be hosted by Bethel Baptist Church in High Prairie from Aug. 12-16 at the church. Operation Forever: Discover Eternity with Jesus is the theme for the day camp that…
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1st Spruce Point Park Junior Rodeo season ends

Pearl LorentzenFor South Peace News The Spruce Point Park Junior Rodeo finals were held July 23 at Spruce Point Park rodeo grounds, west of Kinuso. The rodeo had four regular dates this season: May 28, June 11, June 25, and…
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