Raised over $4,400!
A local family hosted a lemonade stand in Falher on Aug. 23 in support of the Stollery Hospital in Edmonton. The family has used the hospital many times over the decades and they think it is one of the most…
The tradition continues!
Emily PlihalLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter Cancer survivors, family members, community members, cancer patients, and visitors are all asked to rally together later this month to raise funds for the Terry Fox Foundation. The annual Terry Fox will be held starting…
Indigenous NHLer Bear inspires youth
Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Indigenous youth were inspired by a Cree professional hockey player at a golf tournament Aug. 26 hosted by the Lesser Slave Lake Indian Regional Council at the High Prairie and District Golf Course. Drafted into the…
Renegades switch to 9-a-side football
Richard FroeseSouth Peace News High Prairie high school and minor football teams kick off the 2024 season in just over one week with new coaches, more players and a new league for the senior team. The high school Renegades move…
Down on the farm near Faust
Richard FroeseSouth Peace News A commercial cattle operation south of Faust was featured in the annual Alberta Open Farm Day on Aug. 17-18. Hedibuilt Farms owners Joe and Tara Hedrich welcomed about 330 visitors on the first day and about…
Church opens doors for dinner
The Nazarene Church of High Prairie hosted a community barbecue on Aug. 24. The event featured a free barbecue dinner with games, animal balloons and glitter tattoos. The event was held as a way for the church to reach out…
Good turn-out for Premier’s dinner in Slave Lake
Joe McWilliamsFor South Peace News A good turnout at the United Conservative Party’s fundraising dinner with the Premier on Aug. 23 was what organizers were hoping for. And it’s what they got, with an estimated 145 people showing up at…
Indian Relay Races returns to High Prairie
Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Horse racing action takes centre stage as Indian Relay Races return to the High Prairie Elks Pro Rodeo Grounds from Sept 7-8. Sucker Creek First Nation will host the event accredited by the Horse Nations Indian…
Tim Horton’s owners receives prestigious award
Emily PlihalLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter “It feels like you’re going home.” Those are the words of Peace River, High Prairie, Valleyview and Fairview’s Tim Horton’s owner Barbara Drummond of the franchise restaurants and the feeling she and her husband (and…
Fundraiser set for BL animal-control facility
Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Big Lakes County animal-control facility will be supported at a special benefit Sept. 7-8 Pound Partnership Fundraiser will be held at Shady Orchard Winery. The event was initiated by Jessica Gordon to promote and support the…
Peace High students welcome upgrades
Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Open sight lines and private washroom stalls at Peace River High School allow students to feel safer and more comfortable using the facilities. Renovations to the washrooms were done in the summer months over the past…
Metis addiction treatment centre coming to the north
Richard FroeseSouth Peace News A world-class addiction treatment centre has been planned as a partnership with the Metis Nation of Alberta and the provincial government. Peace River MLA and Mental Health and Addiction Minister Dan Williams says the new centre…
Mad Hatter’s Tea Party
The High Prairie Native Friendship House hosted a Mad Hatter’s Tea Party for children and youth on Aug. 19. About 15 children attended the event that included snacks and refreshments, games and painting flowers. Prizes were also given away.
Big Lakes supports regional tourism
Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Big Lakes County has decided to join a proposed regional tourism society that will encompass the High Prairie and Slave Lake regions around Lesser Slave Lake. At its regular meeting Aug. 14, council approved a recommendation…
Mouallems honoured as HP outstanding citizens
Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Ali and Seham Mouallem have been chosen as the 2023 Outstanding Citizens by the Town of High Prairie. They received the award Aug. 13 by acting mayor James Waikle before council’s regular meeting. Mouallems’ names will…