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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Northern Sunrise County is preparing to offer an Artificial Intelligence workshop on Jan. 17 at the County Administration Office. “Providing AI workshops for our businesses is essential because it equips employees with the knowledge and skills…
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Chris CleggSouth Peace News They have heard the science, but they are not convinced. Members of the Smoky River Wind Concerns Group (Wind Concerns in later references in this story) are still concerned over the effects a proposed wind farm…
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Battle of the Badges Jan. 19 in Peace River

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter A little friendly battle for charity is set to take place later this month in Peace River during the annual Battle of the Badges. “There is a group consisting of firefighters and RCMP that help organize…
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Being proud of one’s heritage

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Women across the nation came together on Jan. 4 to recognize National Ribbon Skirt Day by wearing the apparel to recognize a rich Canadian culture. National Ribbon Skirt Day received Royal Assent on Dec. 15, 2022,…
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High Prairie Elementary students bring joy at Christmas

High Prairie Elementary School students from kindergarten to Grade 3 presented their annual Christmas concert on Dec. 20. Each class sang Christmas carols under the direction of music teacher Crystal Larose in the hour-long concert. In some songs, students were…
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Santa’s Little Helpers brightens Christmas

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News High Prairie families and other individuals celebrated Christmas with food and gifts provided by a local family organization. A total of 68 Christmas care packages with food vouchers and toys were delivered by Santa’s Little Helpers…
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Big Lakes Angels deliver 78 food hampers

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Christmas dinner was enjoyed by nearly 80 less-fortunate families and individuals thanks to food hampers from Big Lakes County Family and Community Support Services. Christmas Angels delivered 78 Christmas hampers, up from 64 in 2022, FCSS…
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Filipino community celebrates Christmas

The LuzViMinda Filipino Canadian – High Prairie organization hosted a Christmas party Dec. 9 at the High Prairie Legion. The evening included traditional Filipino food, singing, dancing and games for people of all ages.
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They’re at it again!

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Spectators will be entertained and amused as the Local Actors Having Fun (LAHF) Troupe welcome a quirky, goth-like play to its theatre this March. “This year’s theme is based on Tim Burton movies from a script…
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One is a bishop, the other is a . . . !

St. Mark’s Anglican Church in High Prairie hosted its annual Live Nativity service on Dec. 8 to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. People of all ages – and a few celebrities – attended. The left photo shows special guest,…
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Toy drive supports local charities

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Many local children will receive something fun for Christmas, thanks to the generosity of shoppers at Red Apple Stores in High Prairie and Falher and The Bargain Shop in Peace River. Funding and loads of toys…
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Students ring in the season!

High Prairie St. Andrew’s School held the first of two Christmas concerts Dec. 12. ECS to Grade 6 classes all performed in the concert, held under the instruction of Stephanie Dube. Students performed a variety of traditional carols and modern…
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Smoky River Ryders bring Christmas cheer to McLennan

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter It is the time of year when people go out of their way to ensure that others have a bright and majestic holiday season. The Smoky River Ryders Riding Club decided they wanted to not only…
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Secret Santa spreads cheer to many seniors

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Spreading Christmas cheer to our seniors is what the group Secret Santa for a Senior is all about! They hosted a Hot Chocolate and Hot Dog with the Clauses event in Grimshaw on Dec. 8, that…
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