Wheel's West

Permaculture experts are on a quest to teach others how to live sustainably. Growing one’s own food and reducing energy consumption are among topics at the Southern Alberta Permaculture Convergence in Turner Valley July 7 and 8.

Merchants operating a diner in Turner Valley are taking action to liven things up in their small town.

Eden Valley graduates have something to be proud of – this class is the school’s first where all grads received diplomas after 12 years of classes.

The Town of Black Diamond is going all out to celebrate 150 years since Canada’s confederation.

First Nations performers decked out in colourful costumes while dancing rhythmically to the beat of a drum has become a part of our Canada Day celebrations for decades.

Black Diamond residents have another reason to celebrate Canada’s 150th after a fund honouring the milestone resulted in another 558 metres of paved trail. The Town of Black Diamond is holding a ribbon cutting ceremony July 1 at 10 a.m.

Eau Claire Distillery’s David Farran has claimed a win against the Goliaths of the global spirits industry.

Emotions ran high as clients with Turner Valley’s only bank expressed frustration over its impending closure during an information session last week.

Engines will reverberate through Calgary and the Foothills as several motorcycles make their way to Longview in support of those undergoing cancer treatment.

A Turner Valley area woman has gone through a period of tough times, but the tenderness of a veterinarian has helped soften the blow.