2024
Vol. LXXIV, No. 10 32 Pages January 27, 2026
r ' i n . i g . h . m t a g l o n m u H Travis Dolter’s brand and reputation continues to grow. The Hay Lakes area farm boy turned lifelong musician has seen a career with many interesting twists in the proverbial road, but suddenly that road feels much straighter, smoother and quicker than ever before. Travis has become a household name in the Canadian country music scene and new accolades are now coming thick and fast. Travis has signed a contract to perform on the main stage at the 2026 rendition of Big Valley Jamboree (BVJ), and will be releasing his next single “Forever With You” on February 21. Travis figures prominently in four judging categories in the 15th Annual Country Music Alberta Awards. As a fan of country music – and Travis – you can help this talented artist achieve top placement for the Fans' Choice Award. A link on Travis Dolter’s website (travisdolter.com) gives you the chance to send your vote his way! Voting closes on January 31.
Inside Who Can I Count On? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Out and About . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 to 13 City of Camrose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 and 15 Seniors' Scene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 On the Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 and 21 Obituaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 and 25 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 to 30 Central Agencies Realty Inc. . . 31 and 32
News Features
Kamifurano ends Sister City Friendship with Camrose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Reflections by Bonnie Hutchinson . . . . . 4 Just Sayin' . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Another historic find at the Bailey . . . . . . 8 Aisha's Story . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Habitat requests land from City . . . . . . 16
This Week's Flyers *partial coverage
To Camrose Homes Tuesday
Brick Warehouse Camrose Pizza Canada Safeway Hauser Home Hardware M & M Food Market Shoppers Drug Mart Walmart Wild Rose Co-op
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To Rural Homes With Booster ✔* ✔* ✔* ✔* ✔
Photo by Ron Pilger
For more on Travis Dolter and his musical climb, see page 12 of this edition.