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Eva-Mae Ekins is the reporter for the Yellowhead 4-H club sharing her report on the recent Showcase Day training for 4-H members at the North Thompson Fall Fair grounds in Barriere.

A vehicle incident Friday, Aug. 23 has Highway 97 reduced to two lanes 8 km north of Williams Lake

Power was restored by BC Hydro crews on Friday night after a vehicle struck a power pole

A campfire prohibition has been in place since July 12 for the region

Kirstie Girard was last seen on Tenth and Alward Street on Aug. 14, 2024

From our archives in 2013 - The Family Parade at the North Thompson Fall Fair & Rodeo was well attended in 2013 with over 60 entries.

Of the many hundreds of moose that lived in Wells Gray Park in the 1960s, Jerry the Moose has become a legend and mascot for Wells Gray Park. Jerry was a real moose raised and studied with his growth documented by a team in film and journalling.

Editor's Note: Black-and-white photography: film vs. digital. This column was previously published in September 2018. I have always been drawn to black-and-white photography.

The Barriere Heritage Museum has many interesting artifacts and items on display throughout the year. Two summer students are hired each year to give tours, write small articles and assist with the museum maintenance.

Pals Emme and Arthur watching the 2024 Dogs With Jobs action at the North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo grounds in Barriere recently. Obviously some serious action taking place in the arena.  Visit Dogs With Jobs to learn more: https://dogswithjobs.ca/