Community

One might say that long time Ponoka Composite High School teacher, musician, and keen local resident Harold Dootson got a second chance at life; and there is absolutely no doubt that the congenial 71 year old is enjoying every moment of it.

Walking down the street is nothing compared to walking from Calgary to Edmonton to raise awareness for a crisis in a country thousands of kilometers away for strangers.

Jordan Fenske, a student from Ponoka Composite High School, competed in the Welding Regionals Skills Canada Alberta Competition on April 26 and placed first out of 16 contenders.

Farming is a great and rewarding lifestyle, sometimes the hours are long and the breaks are short. In most industries there is someone who is trained to take your place if you need a vacation or if you are sick.

Mental health plays a role in many aspects of life. This year Mental Health Week runs from May 5 to 11 and the focus is Work-life Balance: Make it Your Business.

Snow, wind and icy roads were not enough to stop a small crowd from celebrating Earth Day on April 22 hosted by Klaglahachie at the Ponoka United Church.

The Ponoka Victim Services gala was a huge success raising $7,400. The event was held at Wolf Creek Golf Resort on April 26 with approximately 150 people in attendance to the group’s first fundraiser gala.