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From Calgary to South Africa in 30 hours. Just a day at work for Cochrane firefighter and paramedic Jared Wallace. Wallace was half of a duo of paramedics that accompanied Jolene Titus and her family to Cape Town, South Africa.

A resident of the Riverview community contacted the Cochrane Eagle after receiving a fraudulent phone message last week. The resident, who wished to remain anonymous, described the automated message as professional.

When it comes to wedding rings, images of diamonds and platinum come to mind. But it’s not all about the engagement ring. For the groom, the wedding band may be more about practicality than striking an impressive vision.

Ten children will be granted their wishes thanks to the fundraising efforts of the sixth annual Kimmett Cup. Running Jan. 17 and 18, the yearly shinny tournament reached the goal of raising $100,000 for the Children's Wish Foundation of Canada. The aim was to benefit 10 children who have been diagnosed with a life-threatening illness.

For professional comedian Gabriel Rutledge it was touch-and-go for a number of years whether giving up pizza delivery was the right choice.

Touting itself as ‘a comedy show with the Breast of Intentions’, the 2014 Boob Tour will be stopping at the Cochrane Legion Jan. 24 for an 8 p.m. show in the name of fighting cancer.

Whether you’re a resident of the Hamlet of Bragg Creek or a visitor to the area, a reliable weather reading is only a few clicks away. Doug Sephton, owner-operator of braggcreek.ca, installed a new weather station Jan. 8.

The family that plays together stays together. Just ask Glenda Zamzow, matriarch of the Zamzow family.

The presence and contributions of Don Ross in the world realm of fingerstyle guitar has been nothing short of significant.

As time passes without a MP for the Macleod riding in Ottawa, three potential candidates have come forward with their intent to secure the Conservative party nomination. Long-time MP Ted Menzies officially resigned from his seat Nov.