Drumheller residents are once again supporting one of Canada’s most iconic causes this fall.
    Over the next week residents and students will be collecting pledges for the annual Terry Fox Run, which raises money in support of cancer research in Canada.
    This year, the community Terry Fox Run has been scheduled for Sunday, September 22, at 9 a.m. at the Midland Community Hall. Everyone is welcome to sign up and support cancer research.
    “We want everyone to walk, run, push their buggies, ride their bikes, and come out for the Terry Fox run,” said Sharel Shoff, organizer of the Drumheller Terry Fox Run. “Come to the Terry Fox Run and help raise money for cancer research.”
    The run was created in memory of Terry Fox, who, with his right leg having been amputated, embarked on a cross-Canada run to raise money and awareness for cancer research. He began in St. John’s, Newfoundland in April 1980 and ran to Thunder Bay, Ontario, when his cancer spread to his lungs and he was forced to stop. Nine months later, he died.
    In Alberta alone, over $4 million has been committed by the Terry Fox Foundation for cancer research since 2008.
    Anyone wishing to volunteer for the run or wanting more information are encouraged to call Shoff at 403-820-1644. Pledge forms can be found online at www.terryfox.org/run or on September 22 at the Midland Community Hall.

Residents are being encouraged to come out on Sunday, September 22, to support the annual Terry Fox Run, one of Canada’s most unique cancer fundraisers. The run starts at 9 a.m. from the Midland Community Hall and runners, walkers, parents with strollers, and even cyclists are welcome to attend and raise money for cancer research.

    In just under one week, nominations will be accepted for municipal and county elections across Alberta.
    The Drumheller Mail spoke with incumbent members of the Kneehill County Council to learn who will be running again.  
    Reeve Bob Long intends to see several projects through before he hangs up his hat.
    “We have some doctor and clinic issues, we have some partnership development between the municipalities and ourselves, we have a new CAO, we’re looking at long-term road plans, and looking at finances to take us into the future,” said Long.
    Division 1 Councillor Brian Holsworth will run again.
    “I have really enjoyed being on council and contributing to Kneehill County and area. I want to work on regional cooperation and partnerships,” said Holsworth.
    Other members of the current council were undecided as of press time.
    “I haven’t decided yet,” “The biggest (factor) is the four year term. I’ve been on council for six already,” said Division 4 Councillor Glen Keiver.
    Division 7 Councillor Bobby Painter is leaning towards running again to finish some of the County’s ongoing projects.
    “The County is working on collaboration with municipalities and I’d like to see that come to fruition,” said Painter. “I think we’ve done a pretty good job over the past six years and if we can continue for another four, it would be great.”
    Twelve year council veteran Carol Calhoun, Division 2 Councillor, has decided it is time to step aside.
    “I’ve been there for 12 years, so I’m going to focus on my personal life and I think it’s time for someone else,” said Calhoun. “I’ve enjoyed it and met a lot of good people.”
    Calhoun had some advice for her successor.
    “Keep your vision and remember the people who put you there,” said Calhoun.
    Councillors Jerry Wittstock (Division 3) and Ken Hoppins (Division 6) could not be reached for comment.
    Nomination day for the upcoming election is September 23. Completed nomination forms and $100 deposit must be filed at the Kneehill County Office between 10 a.m. and noon.