On October 5, 2023, William Cunningham was recognized for his efforts to help preserve the past and build a brighter future for his community.

When it comes to the history of Trochu and area, William Cunningham wrote the book – literally – and the former school teacher is dedicated to creating awareness of the community’s past with present and future generations.

Having taken on the mantle of town historian, a role previously held by his mother, William’s passion for the

Cory Ward, Exalted Ruler of Acme Elks, presents $2000.00 to Doug Barnard, President of Acme Seniors, to help with their utilities. Acme Elks also donated $250.00 to Acme Playschool and $1300.00 to help pay for Acme Playschool’s insurance.

Deb Watson, of Hillside Lanes Bowling, receives a cheque for $500.00 from Mike Reynolds, Exalted Ruler of the Three Hills Elks #190. The funds will be used to support the Hillside Lanes Bowling Society’s after-school kids program, which is offered free of charge this fall.

The Sixth Annual Harvest For Kids took place on Wednesday, September 27, 2023. Volunteers arrived with 13 combines, four grain trucks and one water truck for fire suppression. The canola crop was taken off in about one hour raising $65,000. About 150 people turned out for lunch. Harvest For Kids was created to raise awareness for Children’s Camps International by inviting the agricultural community to get involved. Harvest For Kids took place about two miles north of Three Hills on Highw