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Blackfoot voices take over stage
By Lethbridge Herald on August 23rd, 2025
Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Original 16 Stage at Whoop-Up was rocking last night with voices from the Blackfoot Confederacy. The lineup of artists included local talent Willy Big Bull and Wintercount, Ekkohs and Bebe Buckskin. Big Bull says these types of events can help kick-start a musician’s careers and over ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local vendors benefit from fair’s marketplace
By Lethbridge Herald on August 23rd, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald For many, Whoop-Up Days is a place for entertainment, food and rides, but for many local vendors and community groups, it offers an opportunity to showcase what they have to offer. Hollie Hanson, owner of Holli Hanson Hobbies, a first-time vendor at Whoop-Up Days, said the opportunity to showcase her product ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Memories not enough to save first skate park
By Lethbridge Herald on August 23rd, 2025
Nathan Reiter Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Local skateboarder reflects on experiences at Dave Elton Skatepark The Dave Elton Skate Park on the north side was once the place to be for skateboarders in Lethbridge, but today the park is in its final days. In a letter sent to nearby residents in June, the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Child advocacy centre gets funding boost
By Lethbridge Herald on August 23rd, 2025
Nathan Reiter Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A new $60,000 increase in funding from the provincial government will give the Chinook Child and Youth Advocacy Centre some breathing room, says CEO Kristine Cassie. The province announced earlier this week that eight child and youth advocacy centres across Alberta would receive a share of $330,000, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Still Siriusly hooked on satellite radio
By Lethbridge Herald on August 22nd, 2025
Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald Until a friend brought his portable Sirius/XM unit on an 2014 Ontario fishing trip, I never truly appreciated the value of satellite radio. Whenever I crossed the Prairies on my sojourn to lose fishing lures and golf balls, I had always listened to cassettes or whatever FM Â radio had to offer. ... Read More »
1 responseRecovery group uses the fair to help create community
By Lethbridge Herald on August 22nd, 2025
Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Community is essential for everyone to thrive, but it’s especially important for those who are working on becoming sober. Fresh Start Recovery’s model of care reflects that importance and hosts community events to help bridge the gap between those in recovery and other community members. On Wednesday ... Read More »
1 responseFair food showcases the diversity – and tenacity – of vendors
By Lethbridge Herald on August 22nd, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald The diversity of Lethbridge is being showcased at Whoop-Up Days through a variety of food vendors, with some sharing not only their heritage through their cooking, but also a positive message of resilience. Deborah Gordon, director of client services with Lethbridge and District Exhibition, says Whoop-up Days attendees can expect to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lumberjacks bring their skills to Whoop-Up Days
By Lethbridge Herald on August 22nd, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald This year Whoop-Up Days attendees can experience a free Extreme Lumberjacks show where they can learn about what happens in some lumberjack events. Chase Gundersen, head lumberjack with the show, said attendees can expect to see a variety of techniques and skills showcased. “It’s a demonstration of new and old logging ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Drivers need to smarten up on Whoop-Up, say city police
By Lethbridge Herald on August 22nd, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald With construction happening on Whoop-Up Drive, delays due to collisions have left westside residents stranded sometimes for hours at a time. Many may be wondering if negative driving behaviour on local roads have any consequences. The answer is yes, says the Lethbridge Police Service. Locals have turned to social media to ... Read More »
2 responsesA transformative gift
By Lethbridge Herald on August 22nd, 2025
Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Lethbridge Polytechnic is celebrating a transformative $2.8-million gift from the estate of farmers Joe and Laverna Hranac, the second-largest donation in the institution’s history. The gift will support the Lethbridge Polytechnic’s Research Farm, enabling the continuation and expansion of applied agriculture and innovation. The Hranacs’ donation also ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Little Whoop-Up snack has big impact
By Lethbridge Herald on August 21st, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Jumbo Bites were a success on Whoop-Up Days opening day, according to the Lethbridge Longhorns Baseball Academy, with only a few comments about the changes, but overall, a positive experience for everyone involved. Jaxon Filipenko, pitching coach said Wednesday the partnership with Jumbo Bites is a great fundraiser for them, not ... Read More »
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