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Rev. Nancy Monetith and Bob Baxter with the "Before I die" wall at the Jasper United Church. | N. Veerman photo Monteith Before I die I want to “be a mother.” Before I die I want to “LIVE.” Before I die I want to “eat 287 potatoes.

P. Clarke photo History was made over the weekend as nearly 700 runners laced up their shoes and hit the streets for Jasper’s inaugural half-marathon, April 16.

Sunday, April 24 | Olive Bistro and Lounge | 8 p.m. | $20 at the door The Small Glories came together by accident—a happy accident that is. The Winnipeg folk duo of veteran Canadian singer/songwriters Cara Luft and JD Edwards was created by chance.

Karleigh poses with her self portrait. | N.

Dear Editor, A group of senior citizens has discussed the old high school land site. We are in favour of the new senior facility being built where the old high school previously stood.

Dear Editor, While visiting Jasper in early April to take advantage of a ski pass deal and great accommodation, I was distressed to discover that I had lost my drivers license.

Calling all movie buffs. On April 20, Habitat for the Arts in conjunction with Reel Canada will be showcasing eight Canadian films to celebrate National Canadian Film Day.

Jasper Dart Leagues playoff champs and regular season champs from left to right: Don Pilger, Gerry Lorenz and Louis Poirier. Photo - Lorine Tank. The Jasper Dart Club wrapped up its season with an awards banquet April 7 at the Jasper Activity Centre.

Eddie Wong photo Jasper’s Freeride Ski Team wrapped up its season with a strong showing during the Alberta Freestyle Championships at Marmot Basin March 31 to April 3.

Sweet Alibi is playing at the Whistle Stop Pub on April 12 at 9 p.m. No cover. Photo provided.