There are currently an estimated 69 people living completely unsheltered in Drayton Valley. According to a report to council from the Town’s community services department, that number is lower than it was earlier this year. At least 15 people have not returned to the community since the evacuation in early May due to the Buck Creek Fire.
Denise Chesterman, CAO of the Brazeau Foundation, said the history of the lodge actually goes back a little more than half a century.
Town and County residents who had concerns and questions about the Buck Creek fire got some answers on June 26 at a meeting at Buck Creek Hall.
Today, Warming Hearts is a space where people can come to eat, do laundry, shower, get some clothes, or relax in a warm building.
Last week, some parents from H.W. Pickup gathered to hear from Wild Rose School Division superintendent Brad Volkman and the board trustee for ward one, Daryl Scott, to get an update about the new Powerhouse Learning Campus.
Brazeau County residents with questions, kudos or concerns about the handling of the Buck Creek Fire will be able to have their say June 26.
There will be no DV100 Race or Ride this year.
Nine-year-old resident Tristan Arseneault is hoping to head off to nationals on July 1 to arm wrestle himself a medal.
Residents of Drayton Valley and Brazeau County will have a little extra time to pay their property taxes this year.
After nearly forty years, the Malone clinic will be closing its doors, though the IDA Pharmacy will still remain open.