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Abracadabra: Jasper magician to wow hometown crowd

Saturday, Oct. 24 • Jasper Legion • 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. • $10 | Submitted photo It's no illusion, Ryan Michael is truly a magical wizard. You won't find his tricks on YouTube or in any books and it's unlikely you'll guess how they're done.

Jasper thespians give seniors bus a boost

N. Veerman photo Although its future was in question, the Jasper Seniors Bus continues to make its weekly rounds thanks to upwards of $20,000 in donations over the past 12 months.

Miniature toy soldier exhibit a mammoth undertaking

A depiction of a British attack during the American Revolution designed by Jasperite Z.O. Photo provided. For three days the Jasper-Yellowhead Museum and Archives will be transformed into an 18th century battlefield, albeit a miniature version.

Jasper's bantam boys make contact

N. Veerman photo The Jasper Bantam Bearcats travelled to Whitecourt Oct. 17 to face-off against the hometown Wolverines in the second weekend of what is going to be a long, but yet to be fleshed-out, 26 game season.

Liberals win majority, Eglinski re-elected Yellowhead MP

Conservative incumbent Jim Eglinski is headed back to Ottawa, albeit this time as a member of the official opposition, after the Liberals swept the country to form a majority government.

Jasper's moose star in CBC documentary

One of the stars of the new documentary Moose: A Year in the Life of a Twig Eater. When videographer Hugo Kitching arrived in Jasper last year, there wasn't a casting call for the lead role of his film.

Barista challenge brews up competition

Nathan Magone tied for first place in the second annual barista challenge. | P. Clarke photo Baristas from across town whipped up their best caffeinated concoctions and latte art during the second annual Barista Championships held at Wicked Cup, Oct.

Voters share their opinion about the federal election

Bearcats elect to start hockey season

N. Veerman photo Last weekend, the Bantam Bearcats joined the advanced polling station at the Jasper Activity Centre to start their 2015–16 hockey campaign with a Saturday home game against local rivals the Edson Warriors.

B.C. musician remains a contender with his latest album

Valdy plays at the Jasper Royal Canadian Legion Oct. 18 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $25.
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