The M.D. of Big Lakes held a flagging person training course, and an introductory ice rescue training program for its Enilda, Faust and Joussard volunteer fire departments in Joussard Feb. 23. The Kinuso volunteer fire department also participated. In this photo, Dave Paddon of the Enilda volunteer fire department tests a suit in a 1,500-gallon portable tank. Ian Fox, holding the rescue harness, explains how it would be attached to the rescuer, and how the rescue procedure would play out. Claude Smith, far left, and Wally Garrick are standing beside Fox.

Signed, sealed and delivered
A deal was signed Feb. 19 allowing Peace Country Health to officially purchase 13.9 acres of land formerly owned by Peavine Metis Settlement to build the new High Prairie Hospital.

Joussard election ruled invalid
An Alberta Court of Queens Bench judge ruled Feb. 20 that the Oct. 15, 2007 municipal election in Joussard is invalid.

Breakfast, a pool dip and a round up
The Sports Palace, Aquatic Centre and Agriplex were the centres of activity for High Prairie’s Family Day events on Feb. 18.

Body piercing now in High Prairie
Body piercing enthusiasts and aficionados no longer have to travel elsewhere to obtain service and merchandise.

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Regals face elimination
It’s do or die time for the High Prairie Regals tonight (Feb. 26 at 8:30 p.m. Sports Palace) when the Grande Prairie Athletics come to town.

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