Flagstaff Featured Business: The Country Cupboard Farm Store

Flagstaff Featured Business: The Country Cupboard Farm Store

The Country Cupboard Farm Store, located in Sedgewick, is a charming destination offering fresh farm products, including free-range eggs and locally made goods. Co-owned by Trisha and Michael Muirhead, it promotes a slower lifestyle, featuring farm tours and a community atmosphere. The store aims to grow as a family-friendly gathering place.
Flagstaff Featured Business: Olsen Hahn Accounting

Flagstaff Featured Business: Olsen Hahn Accounting

Olsen Hahn Accounting Ltd., based in Daysland, Alberta, offers personalized accounting services for farmers and small business owners. Led by Kevin Olsen and Linda Lee Hahn, the firm emphasizes collaboration and support, aiding clients in financial decisions while fostering community relationships. Their commitment goes beyond accounting, focusing on local investment and emotional understanding of finances.
Flagstaff County reviews Provincial  Municipal Indicator results for 2025

Flagstaff County reviews Provincial Municipal Indicator results for 2025

At the Flagstaff County Council meeting on May 6, 2025 Municipal Indicator results were reviewed. While all indicators were generally positive, tax collection rates and infrastructure investment faced challenges, with tax collection at 87% due to outstanding debts from oil and gas properties. Council plans to address these issues through ongoing resolutions.
Flagstaff Featured Business: KR Counselling and Psychotherapy

Flagstaff Featured Business: KR Counselling and Psychotherapy

Krysta Rathwell founded KR Counseling and Psychotherapy in Forestburg, Alberta, to provide accessible mental health support to residents in her small community. With services for individuals, couples, and groups, she aims to remove barriers to therapy through flexible scheduling and virtual options, fostering a safe environment for healing and connection.
Flagstaff council advocates against closure of research facilities

Flagstaff council advocates against closure of research facilities

At a March 11 meeting, Flagstaff County Council heard from farmer Ken Eshpeter, who voiced concerns over the potential closure of the Lacombe federal research station. Eshpeter emphasized the importance of continuous agricultural research and urged council members to advocate against the closure, which he believes would harm Alberta's farming community.
Flagstaff County Council receives presentation on Highway 13 road widening project from Daysland to Bawlf

Flagstaff County Council receives presentation on Highway 13 road widening project from Daysland to Bawlf

During a Flagstaff County Council meeting on February 11, Alberta Transportation presented a highway widening project for Highway 13 between Daysland and Bawlf. The 13.5km project aims to improve safety and connectivity by widening the road from 8.5m to 13.6m. Estimated costs are $22.5 million, with construction targeted for mid-2027.
Annual gala held for Killam Firefighters

Annual gala held for Killam Firefighters

On January 30, members of the FRESS Killam Fire Station held their annual gala to honor their service. Mayor Les Fee praised their dedication and safety in responding to 68 calls in 2025. Station Chief Joe Knievel thanked members and families for their support, highlighting the importance of their work and community contributions.
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