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Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald Lethbridge Polytechnic and the University of Lethbridge joined forces once again to offer a free pancake breakfast, games and entertainment for the community on Friday.  For the third year in a row, staff members, mascots and volunteers from both institutions gathered at Casa’s Rotary Square to provide a free breakfast for ... Read More »

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 »

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 »

By Justin Seward Lethbridge Herald The Lethbridge Polytechnic Kodiaks men’s soccer team will rely on their up-front skill and new players filling big roles to play a big part in their success in the upcoming ACAC season. “We’ve got a lot of good dynamic players upfront that I think are gonna cause the other teams ... Read More »

By Justin Seward Lethbridge Herald Professional Saddle Bronc rider Kolby Wanchuk had an exciting path in and around  the rodeo circles. The now 28-year-old  Sherwood Park rider who know resides in Stettler is  the son of well-known rodeo clown, Ricky Ticky, who he helped at a young age at rodeos and other community events. “He’s ... Read More »

By Justin Seward Lethbridge Herald The Lethbridge Polytechnic Kodiaks women’s soccer team have been on the pitch for a couple of weeks preparing for the upcoming ACAC season and will look to their experience to lead the way this year. The women have a vast majority of their players returning this season and have some ... Read More »

Michael Zwaagstra Troy Media With a new school year just around the corner, it’s up to parents to lay the foundation for their children’s success by choosing the right school and staying engaged with teachers. Obviously, everyone wants their kids to have a smooth transition back to school. For those who are attending a school ... Read More »

Kathleen Barnard and Louise Binder Quoi Media We can borrow a line from Charles Dickens to describe our current sate of politics in this country: ‘It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.’ The ‘worst of times’ describes well the international trade turmoil caused by U.S. President Trump’s fluctuating tariffs and ... Read More »

Catherine Mardon For the Herald I was born in the United States, but I realized recently that I rarely think like an American anymore. I certainly don’t think like a MAGA American. My two decades as a Canadian have changed my thoughts on many issues. I never thought I’d live without a firearm in my ... Read More »

Editor, Scott Sakatch’s column  talking about angry people (Aug. 13)  was interesting. I think COVID shutting everyone in for almost two years continues to spill out residue with regard to loss, loneliness, lack of family celebrations etc. Sometimes spouses or family members have health issues that take their toll on the family and very worrisome. ... Read More »

 Editor, I am writing this to express my dissatisfaction with the present Alberta UCP government and Premier Danielle Smith.  This government continues to ignore the majority of Albertans by attempting to appease the minority base of the party. They continue to further and/or invent asinine ideas and projects even when the courts and the populace ... Read More »

Editor, Wow! Scott Sakatch’s column in the August 13 Herald was a “comeuppance article.” Well-written, insightful, intelligent, unbiased and hard-hitting.   Finally, somebody stating the way of the world today and how people are choosing to inhabit it. It was so refreshing to read this perspective from an individual and from different points in his life. Good on ya, ... Read More »