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Draft Horse Competition excites crowd

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Austin Veno guides his team of Canadians, Monty and Max, through the pylons while pulling the log skid in the Verdant Valley Draft Horse Competition on Saturday, July 29. Each participant is scored out of 100 points. They earn their 100 points if they complete the course or lose it all if unable to. As well as the competition, wool spinning demonstrations, live entertainment, and antique automobiles and machinery were on display for spectators to enjoy during the day.

mailphoto by Terri Huxley

 

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Brendan Christensen whistles to his team of Canadian Draft Chore Horses; Patch and Napoleon as they attempt to back into the keyhole obstacle for the Verdant Valley Draft Horse Competition on Saturday, July 29.

mailphoto by Terri Huxley

Escape This! Drumheller holds grand opening

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Escape This! Drumheller held its grand opening on this morning, Saturday, August 5. The new business in downtown Drumheller offers the escape room experiences themed around the coal mining and palaeontology history of the valley. The attraction is proving to be a hit. While this was their official grand opening, they have already welcomed their 1,000th visitor. At the grand opening are (l-r) Town of Drumheller councillor Tom Zariski, owners Chris, Tara and Roarke Schellenberg, Mayor Terry Yemen and Jaxcin Schellenberg.

Fresh Lemonade Only!

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Lexi McInnis (10) and Zandraya Hunter (10) send their support to the British Columbia Humane Society through lemonade stand donations as B.C. continues to battle wildfires. The pair have so far sold to three different people and plan to keep going. Check out 92 Poplar street to get your hands on a cool glass of lemonade!

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mailphotos by Terri Huxley

 

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