REAL ESTATE
LAND WANTED: Cultivated acres to buy or rent. Contact Al Gorr, c/o Gorr Ranches 403-443-8456. j12mc
3.92 acres 1.5 miles off HW 21 between Trochu and Three Hills. 932 sq. ft. home. 2 BR up; 2 down. Laminate flooring on main. Wood stove upstairs. Bsmt partially developed. 3 car hot water in-floor heated detached garage with 10 x 10 doors/openers – wired for 110 and 220. Large garden; small dugout; various outbuildings. 442-2791. j21mc
Cropland Wanted to Rent: 2011 and beyond for long-term: Hwy. 21 east, Twining & Swalwell north. Please inquire: Francis deBeaudrap 403-546-7080, cel. 403-442-2602. 19a20p
WANTED~PASTURE LAND TO RENT OR LEASE. WATER, CORRAL & FENCE REQUIRED. 100 HEAD-PLUS OF CATTLE. (No less than 75 Head/Pasture). Area: Alberta & Saskatchewan. Term: May to September, 2011. Please contact Tim 403-546-2278, ext. 8. 17a27p
Mobile Home Lot for sale. Large pie-shaped lot with back alley. Located in Acme. $35,900. Call 403-631-2490. 4a20p
HOUSE FOR SALE: 1200 sq. feet, 4 year old bi-level house with fully developed basement, 6 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, double detached garage, two large decks, fully landscaped corner lot with lots of trees, shrubs and perennials. $297,000. Call 403-443-2863. 4m30p
GRASS! GRASS! GRASS! Scenic grazing allotments west of Sundre. 403-636-0600. 4a6p
PASTURELAND wanted to rent. Please call 403-443-2144 or cel. 403-899-1290. 7a27p
FOR SALE in Three Hills: 1,620 sq. ft. custom built home in Anderson subdivision. Perfect for Retirement Living: main floor bedroom, bathroom and laundry. Open concept for family gatherings. Add'l bedrooms for visiting kids and grandkids upstairs. Enjoy the morning sun in the bonus room or on your porch. Triple attached garage is insulated and heated with room for your tools and workbench. Large almost 1/4 acre lot has space to park your RV, plant a garden and even build another garage. Call for details 1-403-831-2616. Listed by Mitzy Molberg, Real Estate Associate with MaxWell City Central. Visit www.Mitzy.ca for brochure. 1a6p
LOT FOR SALE - 2 blocks from downtown. For details call 403-443-2863. 4a20p
AUTOMOTIVE
Elnora Motors (2005)~CARS:~2009 Pontiac Torrent, 28,000 km, $21,500~2008 Buick Lucerne CXL 125,000 kms $13,500~2006 Buick Allure CXL 130,000 km $11,500~2004 Buick Park Avenue, loaded, 130,000 kms $15,500~TRUCKS~2009 Chev Avalanche LS, 97,000 km, $24,500~2008 Chev Max 6L, 39,000 km, $26,900~2008 GMC SLT Crew Cab diesel, 130,000 km $37,000~2007 GMC 1/2 ton X-Cab 2WD, 139,000 km $9,900~For more info on these units, call us at (403) 773-3622. Talk to Mel. Check out our website at www.elnoramotors.ca m16mc
2007 Chev Cobalt sedan, 70,000 km, 5 spd, well equipped, $6,950~2006 Chev Optra Hatchback, only 63,000 km $7200~2006 Chev Uplander Ext. Van 82,000 km, new front rotors and pads, 2 new tires, LT model, $9,450~2006 GMC Canyon SLE Z72 4 dr Crew Cab, only 47,000 km $12,450~2006 Mazda 3 Touring Edition, red, 4 dr, 5 speed, 94K, reduced to $8,950~All units "CAR PROOF" and~mechanically inspected~and well equipped~Personal warranty on vehicles at no extra charge. Phone Rollie - 52 years automotive experience in Three Hills 443-5477. m23mc
2005 Buick Rendezvous CX Plus SUV. Good condition. Has the usual Buick optiions plus new windshield & brakes, good tires. 162K Km. Only $10,500. 403-443-5681. 2m30p
99 Honda Accord sedan. 5 speed manual. Only 172,000 km. VTEC motor. Over 40 mpg. Very good car. $5,200. Phone 403-443-3229. 2m30p
COMING EVENTS
K's Footcare Clinic, St. Mary's Health Care Centre, Trochu, Mondays, April 4 and 18, 2011. 9 am - 3 pm. Appointments 403-442-3955. 1m30p
Jeld-wen Windows and Doors~Contractors discount to everyone~THREE HILLS GLASS~Authorized Dealer~403-443-7898~ m7mc
Three Hills School Grad Class of 2011 will be having a BOTTLE DRIVE on Wed., April 6 starting at 4 pm. If you would like your bottles picked up, please leave them outside of your house. If you live out-of-town and would like us to pick up your bottles, please call 443-3797. Thank you for your support. 3m30p
Have a child starting Kindergarten this fall? Register them now for the Playschool Spring Semester Pre-Kinder Program! We also have spots open for the 3/4 yr. old class. Spring Semester begins April 12th. Call Jill at 443-5143. 1m30c
Annual Meeting for members of Harvest Hills Gas Co-op will be held Monday, April 11, 8:00 pm at Best Western, 351 - 7 AVe. NE, Three Hills. 3a6p
Kneehill Mixed Slowpitch League runs from May to August. Any teams wanting to register need to call Jessica 403-994-0882 by April 15. 2m30c
LADIES SPRING CONFERENCE hosted by Women's Institutes: Saturday, April 2 at 9 am in the Trochu Hall. Guest speaker at 11:00 am JACKIE BOYD. Ladies and gentlemen welcome. To register or for more information phone Leona 442-2605. 2m30p
TROCHU MINOR BALL~REGISTRATION~Monday, April 11 from 7:30- 8:30 p.m. at the Trochu Arena. Baseball and softball possibilities for boys and girls ages 5-17. Call 442-2280 with any questions. 2a6p
Three Hills Minor Ball~Registration Night~Monday, April 11, 2011~6:30 – 8:00 PM ~hree Hills School – Common Area~Coach Pitch/T-Ball Ages 5-6~Rookie Hard Ball Ages 7-9~Mosquito Hard Ball Ages 10-11~PeeWee Hard Ball Ages 12-13~Bantam Hard Ball Ages 14-15~Final team placement will be decided by executive and coaches. Fees are $65.00 per player. Must provide Alberta Health Care Card to Register. All Teams are Travelling Teams. Refund Deadline May 3. **Parents are required to take volunteer positions on the teams** 2a6c
Ladies Interdenominational Bible Study. Tusday mornings at 9:30 am, Bethel Evangelical Missionary Church. "Annointed, Transformed, Redeemed", a 6-week study on the life of David. Begins Tuesday, April 5, 2011. Come and join us. For more information contact Pam Deines at (403) 443-2791 or the church office at (403) 443-7239. 1m30c
All ladies are invited to a Bridal Shower in honour of Jenna Wiens, bride-elect of Kyle Knelsen on Monday, April 11 at 7:30 pm at Bethel Evangelical Missionary Church in the Fireside Room. 2a6c
Canadian Firearms Safety Course Saturday, April 9, 8:30 am - Trochu Gun Club, Trochu Community Center (lower level). Gord Snell 443-3768. 2a6p
FOR RENT
Three Hills - Available immediately: 2 bedroom 4-plex. No smoking, no pets, no children. Call 1-403-507-5094. j23mc
Link Self Storage Units~& RV Storage~Located at~825 Central Ave., Linden, AB~Chain linked fenced lot~with security cameras~403-443-1004 or 403-443-0680~8x20 Storage Unit $125/month~RV Storage $25/month~ s17mc
For Rent - 2 bedroom lower level suite in Wheatland Apartments includes fridge, stove, laundry facilities and all utilities except power. Available March 16. Close to downtown. Quiet lifestyle, no smoking and no pets, references required. Phone 443-2283. m9mc
FOR LEASE~Prime retail or Office space~Main Street, Three Hills~NEWLY RENOVATED~Phone 403-335-9127~ a7mc
Three Hills: 2 bdr house $495/month plus utilities. Available immediately. 403-540-3907. 3m30p
Linden – 3 bdrm townhome, 1 1/2 baths, 3 yrs old, 5 appliances, close to parks, $900/mo + utils, $900 SD. Call Christine @ 403-546-2628. o6mc
For Rent - House in Trochu: 4 bdr + 2 bathrooms, attached garage, large yard. No pets or smoking. References required. 1 month Damage Deposit. $1000 + utilities. Available immediately. Phone 780-960-3483. 6a13p
For Rent - 3 bedroom newer Mobile Home in Trochu. 442-4223. n24mc
1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments for rent in Linden and Three Hills. Contact jason@rentrural.com or 403-443-8361. 25j1p
ELNORA - 3 bdr apt available immediately. $725/mo. includes all utilities. Ample parking, yard. Call 403-348-6594. d8mc
Great 2 BR suite. $625/mo. in Carbon, includes heat, electricity, water, parking and laundry. Nice building in Carbon only 15 minutes to Drumheller, Three Hills, Acme or Linden. 1 block to grocery, restaurants, gas, school, bank. Call 403-201-2390 or 572-3480. 5m30p
For Rent: Main floor 3 bdr, big kitchen, laundry facilities, $750/mo. OR rooms for rent, $350/mo., smaller room $300/mo. ALL include utilities, no smoking, pets or partying. Call 403-443-8443. 9m4p
4 BDR, 2 bath. Walk to downtown and college. No pets. N/S. Detached single garage. 5 appliances. $1150 + utilities. 403-412-9097. 4m30p
Linden - 1 bedroom home, renovated, fireplace, backs onto park, references req'd. Call Kim at 403-546-6771. m2mc
4 bdr duplex for rent in Three Hills. Quiet residence. Mature applicants only. 1 block from School. $850/mo. + DD. Call Doug 403-443-3663. 3m30p
For Rent - 2 bdr home in Acme. Available May 1. $600/mo. + utilities. Phone 403-589-5502. 3a6p
For Rent: Very nice 1 bdr basement suite. Private entrance, off-street parking, stove, fridge, washer, dryer. Quiet lifestyle, no pets, non-smokers. $625/month includes all utilities & satellite TV. Available April 1. References reqd. 403-443-5681. 2m30p
4 bdr bungalow, 1130 sq. ft. Three Hills, $950 plus utilities. Available April 1. Attached single garage and a beautiful big yard! Four appliances, 1.5 bathrooms. No pets, NS, ref. and DD negotiable. (403) 443-3104. 2m30p
GRAIN & FEED
2011 SEED FOR SALE~WHEAT~Glenn - Fusarium resistant~- new for 2011~Unity VB - Midge tolerant~CDC Go - Most common~in Area 2,~Waskada - new, good resistance to FHB~Harvest - very popular, early~BARLEY~Bentley - new 2-row malt~rough awn~Metcalfe - old reliable -~2 row malt - rough awn~CDC Austenson - 2 row feed~available in 2012~Sundre - 6 row smooth awn -~GP variety~OATS~Mustang - feed oats, high yield~PEAS~Thunderbird - new~medium yellow, 2.1 standability~CDC Meadow - proven~early yellow, 2.9 standability~FLAX~CDC sorrel - large seed, 112 day~CDC Bethune - medium seed~111 day~CANOLA~Call for varieties available~We have access to many other varieties not mentioned and will try to source any others for you~King's Seed Farm Ltd.~403-443-0005 Harold~403-443-3333 David~ 30j15c
ALECT SEEDS~Three Hills, AB~Garry & Karen Weigum~SPRING WHEAT~AC Stettler~CDC Go~Alvena~FIELD PEAS (yellow)~CDC Meadow~FLAX~Hanley~MALT BARLEY~AC Metcalfe~FEED & FORAGE~Prima Rye~Phone 403-443-2476 (res.)~403-443-1167 (cel.)~email alectseeds@telusplanet.net~ 17m25c
SEED 2011~Cert. PONOKA Barley~Cert. COWBOY Barley~Cert. GO HRS Wheat ~Cert. SUPERB Wheat~DON METZGER~403-572-3284~cel. 403-321-0032~403-321-0046~ 17m25p
Cert. SEED For Sale~~Cert. CDC GO HRS Wheat~~Cert. CDC COPELAND Barley~2 row Malt~~Cert. CDC Patrick Peas~~Contact SICH SEED FARM~Louis 442-2112, 443-3250~Ivan 403-588-9904~ 16j15p
Round Bale Hauling &~Tub Grinding Service~(Self-loading Bale Truck~& Haybuster Tub Grinder)~Delton Boese 403-546-2166~ a21mc
HAY FOR SALE - First and second cut - no rain. 403-546-2170. 28ap27p
SEED FOR SALE~Cert. Meadow Peas~Phone 403-823-3177~cel. 403-820-0491~Donald Mueller~ 19m4p
Penwest Seeds~403-443-2577~Spring 2011 Seed for Sale~• Barley - AC Metcalfe~• Oats - Jordan~• Peas (Yellow) Meadow~(green) Patrick~• Wheat - CDC Go (HRS)~Stettler (HRS)~ f2mc
Large round hay, greenfeed and oat straw for sale. Feed tests available. Can deliver 2 to 233 bale loads. 403-335-4563. 14m25p
33 round Hay Bales. $25/bale. Phone 403-823-9974. 2a6p
Small square hay bales for sale. Alfalfa/grass mix. No rain. Call for more info 403-572-3370. 3a13p
LIVESTOCK
CHAROLAIS BULLS: polled & horned, red & white. Performance tested, semen tested. Free delivery when ready. Parklane Charolais 442-2504. 18j15c
RED ANGUS BULLS FOR SALE PRIVATE TREATY: Add value to your bottom line with top quality Red Angus yearling bulls. Easy calving, high maternal and performance sires that are structurally and genetically sound. Fertility tested and 100% guaranteed and delivered. Call to see the bulls and tour the herd. www.newdimensioncattle.com ndcc@wildroseinternet.ca New Dimension Cattle Company, Linden, Alberta. Tel: 403-546-2010; Cell: 403-803-8035. 12m18p
Aaron Harbidge~FARRIER SERVICES~Hot shoeing, cold shoeing, trimming. Phone 587-321-0066. Graduate of OSHS. Quality service with a smile! 5a20p
MANUFACTURED HOMES
For sale: Small 12x42 Mobile Home in Three Hills. Quiet location. $10,000 obo. Call Doug 403-443-3663. 4m30p
MISC. FOR SALE
MARY KAY COSMETICS~Has a skin care program for every type of skin. Excellent moisturizers, glamour and body care. Karen Penner 403-443-2370, Consultant over 30 years. mc
DAVIS'S FIREWOOD: Seasoned wood - pine & tamarack. Deliveries available. Ph: 403-546-2521. 9m30p
FIREWOOD - Quality dry bulk or bagged firewood. Spruce & pine, birch, or aspen. Prompt reliable service. Stacking & delivery available. Phone Lance (403) 506-9663. j21mc
For Sale - 4x8 Brunswick Slate Pool Table includes 2 sets of balls, overhead light, table cover and 10 cues with stand. Phone 403-443-1218. 2m30p
For Sale - Kenmore 24" kitchen range, white, good condition, $75. Water bottle dispenser, white stand-up floor model, holds 18 litre bottle, $20. 403-443-5681. 2m30p
MISC. SERVICES
D'ARCY DRYWALLING~& PAINTING~Interior & exterior painting, drywalling, boarding & taping, stuccoing, parging, texture ceilings. Oscar 443-7599, Three Hills. j15mc
Web Designs Galore - Websites starting at $100. "Custom Design & Reasonable Rates" Graphics, Hosting, URL's. Visit my portfolio www.webdesignsgalore.biz. Call Cindy 403-442-4365 or e-mail cindy@webdesignsgalore.biz. a18mc
HIGH SPEED INTERNET~for town and country~www.wildroseinternet.ca~888-633-3974~"Connecting the Community" 24j29p
Acme Daycare Centre ~Curiosity Corner:~Spaces available for children~ages 12 months to 6 years.~Fun, Safe, Educational~AB Government Licenced~and Accredited Daycare Facility.~Government Subsidy Eligible,~Our Before & After School~Program is operating!~(We are in the process of~licensing this program as well).~Spaces are available for~children ages 6 to 12~For more information~please call 403-546-0028~ n17mc
HELP FOR SENIORS~Light housekeeping, meal preparation, respite help for caregivers & personal companions for Continuing Care residents - all available. Reasonable rates with bondable insured staff. Please call HELPING HANDS toll free at 1-888-364-2476. n26mc
FOR HIRE: Skid Steer & HD Grapple Fork~- Digging Bucket, Snow Bucket~- 2T Truck~- 20' 5th W Deck Trailer~- Building demo, concrete removal~Call 403-443-3770. m11mc
PATCH 'N PAINT does interior "make-overs" drywall repair/ new paint and re-paints/new texture and re-texture. Call Ken Brauen 403-443-0583. o7mc
COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER~INCOME TAX PROGRAM~Need a hand with your taxes? The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program helps low-income individuals complete their basic tax return free of charge. For an appointment or more information call Kneehill Regional Family and Community Support Services at 403-443-3800. 8a20c
Are you looking~for a Bookkeeper?~For your Oilfield, Agriculture or Small business. 15 years of bookkeeping experience. Quickbooks and AgExpert Analyst. Please contact Abby Jensen @ 442-2052. 4m30p
GrassyAss Lawncare~Experienced, Reliable, Affordable. Contract lawncare from $22 weekly. Pressure washing, weedeating, hedge trimming. Limited space for lawncare. Contact today! (403) 443-0587 Boydtooly7@hotmail.com 10m18p
NOTICES
NILGIRIS~TEA HOUSE~OPEN SATURDAYS 10-10~SUNDAYS, 3-10~Light lunches,~Evening Suppers~& Delectable Desserts~Ph: 403-443-7547~"Sip Back & Relax"~ a16mc
NOTICE TO CREDITORS~AND CLAIMANTS~Estate of GEORGE MILES VAN DOREN, who died on February 1, 2011~If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by May 30, 2011, and provide details of your claim with: Norman L. Tainsh, Q.C., Barrister & Solicitor at Norman L. Tainsh Prof. Corp., Box 1234, 205 Main Street, Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0.~If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.~Creditors: You must include a full description and value of the debt you allege the deceased owes you and a full description and value of any of the deceased's property that you hold as security for the debt.~Claimants: You must include a full description of your claim and why you have a right to make such a claim. 2m30c
NOTICE TO CREDITORS~AND CLAIMANTS~Estate of GORDON ROSS NELSON, who died on March 1, 2011~If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by May 30, 2011, and provide details of your claim with: Norman L. Tainsh, Q.C., Barrister & Solicitor at Norman L. Tainsh Prof. Corp., Box 1234, 205 Main Street, Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0.~If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.~Creditors: You must include a full description and value of the debt you allege the deceased owes you and a full description and value of any of the deceased's property that you hold as security for the debt.~Claimants: You must include a full description of your claim and why you have a right to make such a claim. 2m30c
Alcoholics Anonymous~and Alanon Meetings~Thursdays at 8:00 p.m. at Knox United Church basement, Three Hills. A.A. 403-443-7970, Alanon 403-443-7216. 51d22p
THANK YOU
THANK YOU~We've seen the view from the top of a mountain, we've smelt the diesel burning in the early morning, and now we have so many good people like you to say THANK YOU to. We truly believe that we live in a top-notch community(s) with all the values of neighbours and friendship. Hundreds and hundreds of people have opened their hearts and prayers to us! It was a little bit scary these past few years, but knowing we had family and friends like you made life a little bit easier. There will always be a special place for all of you in our hearts.~Forever,~Twilla, Quaylee, Tawny, JC-Lyn~Clearwater~ 1m30p
WANTED
3D Patch Work is looking for a full-time oilfield labourer. Experience is an asset, but not necessary. Competitive wages, working in Trochu and surrounding areas. Fax resume with references to 403-368-2480. m9mc
Grain and Feedlot Operation located near Acme AB is hiring for the following positions:~* Field Equipment Operators (large tractors, sprayers, seeding equipment)~* Class 1 drivers~* Feedlot Personnel (Animal Health, Feed Truck, Processing, Maintenance)~* Heavy Duty/Agricultural Mechanics~We offer seasonal or full time positions, competitive wages, benefits and opportunity for advancement. Please call Daryl @ 403-333-3153 and leave message, fax resume to 403-546-3709 or dmf@wildroseinternet.ca 2a6p
Contract Operating Position: An aggressive oil company is looking for a Contract Operator in the Three Hills area. Duties will include day to day operation of oil and gas wells, will involve data entry in fieldview on a daily basis. Computer experience is an asset. Experience is an asset but not necessary. Please mail resume to Box 1, Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0. We thank all those who apply. We will only contact those who are selected for an interview. 2a6p
Summer Student position for an aggressive oil company. Position will be from the start of May until the end of August. Duties will include yard maintenance, painting, general maintenance, some operating, pipeline right of way inspection and several other duties. Preference might be given to students enrolled in the oilfield industry. We accept all resumes. Please mail resumes to Box 1, Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0. We thank all those who apply. We will only contact those who are selected for an interview. 2a6c
Experienced Technician or Apprentice required for GM dealership in Drumheller. Medical benefits, good working conditions. Must have clean driving record. Please fax or email resume to service manager. Email, bob.thomas@westerngmdrumheller.com Fax-403-823-7237. 2a6c
TOO LATE TO CLASSIFY
Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR - C (adult, child, infant) Training: When: April 12-13, 2011, Time: 8am-4pm. Where: Trochu Fire Dept Training Room. Cost: $125. Instructor: Randi Hogg. Register: (403) 391-6639 randihogg@hotmail.com 2a6p
Annual meeting of Trochu Seniors Drop In Centre will be April 21 at 2 pm. 3a13c
For Rent - Available immediately 2 bedroom basement apartment, washer/dryer $400 per month, equal damage deposit, plus utilities. No pets, no smoking 403-443-5491. 3a13p
Story Book Club: Story time, rhyme time and a whole lot of fun time for adult and child. Check your local libraries for details or call KALS for details 403-443-5556. 1m30c
Many thanks to the Snow Angels who clear my driveway and rescue my snowbound cars. Also, thanks to Greig's for tending my field and Sam for rototilling my driveway. Your help is invaluable.~Cheryl Keila~ 1m30p
Available May 1, main level in Acme, 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 5 appliances, garage. Furnished ($1,000), Unfurnished ($900) includes town utilities and heat, power extra. DD $500.00 and reference check required. No smoking. Call (403) 771-2177. 3a13p
Sincere thanks to Drs. Savage and Dada, all the hospital staff and ambulance staff for their recent kind and loving care. Also, thanks to my wonderful family and friends for their prayers, visits, flowers and loving care.~Sincerely~Karen Penner~ 1m30c
Build 2009 1 unit in 3-plex 6 appliances 2 bedroom single car garage, NS, NP, SD. Rent $1100 per month plus utilities. Refs. a must. Phone 403-443-1450 and leave a message. Available April 1 Trochu. 2a6p
2 bedroom home 4 appliances. Rent $650 per month plus utilities. NS, NP, SD. Refs needed. Available April 1. Phone 403-443-1450 Three Hills. 2a6p
Build 2009 1 unit in 3 plex, 4 appliance, 2 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, single car garage. NS, NP, SD. Rent $1100 per month plus utilities. Refs a must. Phone 403-443-1450 and leave a message. Available April 1, Trochu. 2a6p
A grateful thank you to the nurses, doctors, staff at Three Hills Hospital for the care, concern shown Junior during his illness.~Medora and family~ 1m30p
Traveller's Spanish 6 weeks course $80. Tuesdays 7-9 pm. Tentative start date April 12. Call KALS 403-443-5556. 1m30c