Opinion

The debate over whether the opening of the Cochrane Wal-Mart will bring smaller, local businesses more retail traffic or simply lure them out the door continues to rage, and there seems to be a split within the community on what kind of effect the bi

There is a great deal more to being a horse owner than just providing food and shelter and enjoying activities with your horse – there are horsey chores to be done.

Just a couple of activities to round out December at Seniors on the Bow (SOTB). Pub Friday Night takes place Dec. 20 at 2 p.m. A golden oldie film, White Christmas, often seen during the festive season shows at Monday matinee Dec. 23 at 1:30 p.m.

While visiting Todd and Rayanne Simmer’s home recently, I was intrigued by a portrait of the Dalai Lama in the midst of what was obviously a Christmas display.

Slippery roads or dry ones, slow drivers and those so indecisive that they’re a danger to everyone on the road, all-around bad drivers are the bane of my existence.

New Year’s resolutions are a pain in the butt. On Jan. 1, you get all enthusiastic about the changes you’re going to make. Maybe quit smoking, drop a few pounds or eat more fish. The classic is joining the gym.

I just received a letter from a retired provincial court judge who’s quite the legend here in our valley.

My wife, Mary Anna, could hardly wait till I arrived home for lunch the other day to show me something beautiful beyond words that totally engaged her imagination, and soon held mine captive, too. But more about that in a moment.

Several of us “horsey” folks were chatting about horse care the other day and the topic came up about what was involved in deciding whether or not the owner or someone else cares for a horse with serious problems.

Something has been brewing in the schoolyard for some time. And it’s about boys. It is estimated that boys are five times more likely to have Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) than girls.