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Wheels in the Park fun way for disabled to mix with public

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Peace River residents living with disabilities are invited to Wheels in the Park July 31 to enjoy some fresh air and to meet new friends. The event is being held at Riverfront Park from 2-4 p.m.…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Is your child interested in babysitting, but still has to complete the Babysitting Course? Smoky River Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) will be providing the opportunity for them to get certified on Aug. 10 from…
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Free fishing, games, prizes and more!

The Lesser Slave Watershed Council, based in High Prairie, celebrated Alberta’s free fishing weekend with a barbecue at Winagami Lake Provincial Park July 13. The barbecue began at 11 a.m. The council featured games, had several giveaways and prize draws,…
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It is back! Many years ago, St. Mark’s Anglican Church hosted a pancake breakfast the first day of the rodeo. Due to a lack of volunteers, it ceased. This year, however, the High Prairie Native Friendship Centre is bringing back…
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Chris CleggSouth Peace News Sometimes the biggest cheers at the High Prairie Elks Pro Rodeo are kept for its youngest competitors. Muttin Bustin’ returns for another year. It’s when eight children six years of age or younger climb aboard a…
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Rising star to play at annual rodeo dance

Chris CleggSouth Peace News When all the cowgirls and cowboys have retired for the night, the fun is not over! It is time to kick back and enjoy some terrific music and dancing at the rodeo dance. This year, Chris…
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Chris CleggSouth Peace News Where else can you live in a small town and be treated to world class athletes performing each year? High Prairie, where the best-in-the-world cowboys and cowgirls compete at the High Prairie Elks Pro Rodeo. Yes,…
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Chris CleggRichard FroeseSouth Peace News It’s an event that has grown over the years and one many look forward to! The 11th annual Hoedown Jamboree takes place for four days at Triangle, 15 km west of High Prairie, from July…
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Chris CleggSouth Peace News It bills itself as the “Biggest Little Parade in the Peace!’” And each year, the High Prairie Elks Pro Rodeo Parade seems to outdo itself! For a town its size, the parade is the envy of…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter SARDA Ag Research is already gearing up for the 2025 SARDA Trade Show, and both exhibitors and organizers are eager for March to display all the new technology and options in the world of agriculture. SARDA…
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Bigger and better River Days in 2025!

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Who doesn’t like a weekend filled with race boats, princesses, superheroes, laser tag, and beer gardens? Peace River Rotaract held an event on the weekend of July 5-7, playfully themed Plaid Days and dubbed River Days,…
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Thrills and spills at Spruce Point Park Rodeo

The Spruce Point Park Rodeo Grounds was the place to be June 29-30 as the annual rodeo rolled into the area. An extra bonus this year was free admission courtesy of major sponsors Swan River First Nation, Tolko Industries, Secure…
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Spirit reigns supreme at Kinuso!

Contrary to last year, a bright and warm sunny day greeted the Kinuso Rodeo Parade (aka Canada Day Parade) June 29. Many more entries than last year participated in what might have been the largest parade ever – about three…
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Joussard ‘drowns’ in red & white!

Weather was sunny and warm as Canada Day was celebrated in Joussard on July 1. The Joussard Community Association hosted an afternoon and evening of events for all ages. More than 40 bicycles were featured in the Canada Day Bicycle…
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Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Plenty of music and fun will be on tap at the 11th annual Triangle Hoedown Jamboree set for July 25-28. Several hundred people are expected to attend the event at the Pioneer Threshermans Association grounds. A…
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