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Local country musician issues first release

Local country musician issues first release

For aspiring country singer Ryan Notley, inspiration comes anywhere, anytime.On one occasion, it was while on the job unloading a forklift.
Dance show promises rewarding evening for audience, performers

Dance show promises rewarding evening for audience, performers

A dance troupe that promises to takes its audience “on an artistic journey into (the) distinct regions, era, and customs of Mexico” is coming to Olds' TransCanada Theatre on July 21.
Olds trio paint in a blaze of glory at Art Battle

Olds trio paint in a blaze of glory at Art Battle

With paint-covered forearms and sweaty brows, a trio of artists from Olds stormed a stage at Red Deer's Festival Hall on July 4 to take on nine other artists in the regional Art Battle competition.
Three victors from Olds Art Battle off to regional finals

Three victors from Olds Art Battle off to regional finals

Three of the four top artists who emerged victorious at last month's Art Battle in Olds will go on to the competition's regional event in Red Deer on July 4.
Prism to make Olds debut next month

Prism to make Olds debut next month

A two-time Juno Award-winning band decorated with multi-platinum albums will be rocking in Olds this summer.On July 28, Prism will be playing this year's Rock 104 Birthday Bash at the Olds Regional Exhibition's grandstand.
'Sense of community' behind ArtWalk 2014

'Sense of community' behind ArtWalk 2014

After joining the Wellspring Visual Art Network Association this spring, Innisfail artist Dustine Kinsella was blown away by the talent and encouragement shared among regional artists.
Bowden artist uses boney backdrops

Bowden artist uses boney backdrops

When Karen Courtney looks at the contours and cavities of a skull that belonged to a buffalo or steer, she doesn't see bleach-white bone and cavernous eye sockets. She sees the potential for art.
What is a Harpdog?

What is a Harpdog?

The Harpdog Brown Band, a blues ensemble from Vancouver, is stopping by Olds and is daring residents to miss their show, which the group's lead singer promises to be an “amazing, exciting, entertaining performance that they've never seen before.
Chorus celebrates 20th anniversary with spring concert

Chorus celebrates 20th anniversary with spring concert

The Olds Community Chorus is celebrating two decades of sweet singing with a spring concert this week.
Olds percussionist receives gold medal from Royal Conservatory

Olds percussionist receives gold medal from Royal Conservatory

Four years ago, Olds' Bryce Cotton took up drumming because he “thought it would be kind of cool.”Last weekend, he received a gold medal from Canada's Royal Conservatory of Music for his percussion skills.
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