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Powwow honours Elders at J.B. Wood

Residents at J.B. Wood Continuing Care in High Prairie enjoyed a colourful presentation of Indigenous dancers and singers at a mini-powwow Sept. 7. “Honouring Our Elders” was the theme for the fourth annual mini-powwow. About 20 dancers from young children…
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Rodeo held in conjuction with fair

Aug 25-26, the Central Slave Lake Agricultural Society brought back the Kinuso Fall Fair, which had not happened for many years. Part of the fun included the Swan River Darryl “Lucky Sound” Rodeo on Aug. 26.
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Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Mammography testing is scheduled at four local communities in September. Women ages 45-74 years – the group most at risk of developing breast cancer – have access to mammography services when Alberta Health Services Screen Test…
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Candy drop part of Harvest Festival festivities Sept. 16

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Old-fashioned fun and farm life is part of the third annual Triangle Harvest Festival set for Sept. 16. as the Pioneer Threshermans Association celebrates Culture Days. A variety of fun activities has been scheduled, says association…
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Half century of volunteering recognized

Pearl LorentzenFor South Peace News Kinuso area residents have been volunteering for many years as indicated by two 50th anniversary celebrations for community groups in the hamlet. In 1973, the Central Slave Lake Agricultural Society (CSLAS) and the Kinuso and…
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Peace River planning Culture Days celebration

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Plenty of local art and culture in the Peace River region will be celebrated during Alberta Culture Days during September. Three weeks of activities at Peace River Municipal Library and Art Gallery kicks off Sept. 9.…
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SplashFest celebrates end of summer

Children of all ages cooled off during a warm, summer day at SplashFest held Aug. 25 in High Prairie. Lesser Slave Watershed Council hosted the event at Jaycee Park to celebrate the end of summer, its community and the watershed.…
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Chris CleggSouth Peace News An action-packed weekend is promised everyone attending the Indian Relay Races in High Prairie Sept. 9-10 at the High Prairie Elks Rodeo Grounds. Hosted by Sucker Creek First Nation, the event is accredited by the Horse…
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Owens celebrating 20 years as High Prairie A&W owner

Chris CleggSouth Peace News High Prairie A&W is ready to celebrate and they are inviting everyone to help them mark their latest milestone! Louise Owens is marking the 20th anniversary of her taking ownership of the restaurant on Sept. 13.…
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Old-Time Country Fair back in High Prairie

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Memories of yesteryear will be celebrated at the High Prairie Old-Fashioned Country Fair at the Legion Hall as part of Alberta Culture Days. A bench show, fair food and children’s activities are part of the event…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Future chefs and people interested in food preparation safety are welcome to participate in the Food Handler’s Course being administered by Smoky River Adult Learning this fall. Smoky River Adult Learning administration coordinator Leslie Carbone says…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter A dance that people will be sure to remember is taking place this weekend in support of Smoky River Transportation, and organizers are hoping to attract a big crowd. Event organizer Darlene Dube says the group…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Arts enthusiasts will be in heaven this weekend at this year’s Smoky River Cultural Days: A Celebration of Arts, Culture, and Community, and organizers are saying it could rival city events that are held nationally. The…
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