THINGS TO KNOW
Cook crowned Pro Rodeo Queen
Shelby Cook is the 2019 High Prairie Elks Pro Rodeo Queen.
She was crowned the winner July 30 and succeeds 2018 rodeo queen Sarah Neill.
Horseshoe haven in High Prairie
Two major horseshoe tournaments in High Prairie are expected to draw hundreds to the region.
The High Prairie Open is set for Sept. 14-15 at the Gordon Buchanan Recreation Centre.
PICs – High Prairie Elks Pro Rodeo Parade 2019
Some pics from the 2019 Elks Pro Rodeo parade on July 30.
Hoedown Jamboree opens July 25
Some come to dance.
Some come to enjoy good food in a relaxed atmosphere.
But most still come to enjoy some terrific music, all performed by live bands, for hours on end.
Burgers bring bucks
A steady stream of people lined up at High Prairie Fountain Tire July 19 to support the third annual Burgers for Cancer fundraiser.
The first two years over $12,000 was raised and if early indications are accurate, the number may be surpassed this year.
Edmonton shooter on target
Low attendance at the first Northern Lights Trap Shoot July 12-14 at the High Prairie Gun Range is not discouraging organizers.
Shoot co-ordinator Rodney Smith, who placed second in high overall score, says each event has to start somewhere and take baby steps in order to grow.
Town, county unite for good cause
High Prairie and area is doing its part to raise awareness in regard to water safety.
The Town of High Prairie and Big Lakes County are both proclaiming July 21-17 as National Drowning Prevention Week.