REAL ESTATE
LAND WANTED: Cultivated acres to buy or rent. Contact Al Gorr, c/o Gorr Ranches 403-443-8456. j12mc
Wanted Cultivated Land For Lease or Purchase. Looking for land for the upcoming spring. Offering competitive, flexible, negotiable agreements. For more information, please call 403-333-3153. 8f23p
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
135 acres hayland for rent. Carbon area. 403-572-3378. 7m9p
Pastureland Wanted to Buy or Rent. Prefer for 30 or more cow/calf pairs in Huxley/Elnora/Trochu area but will consider others. Please call Kevin 403-888-5319. 8m16p
AUCTION
Thinking Auction? Call Us!~We have the expertise for your Sale. Farm Auctions & Estate Sales. Linalta Auction Services. Darren Toews (403) 312-4175. 8f23c
AUTOMOTIVE
Elnora Motors (2005)~CARS:~2009 Pontiac Torrent, 28,000 km, $21,500~2008 Buick Lucerne CXL 125,000 kms $13,500~2008 Chevy Uplander Van 33,000 km, loaded $17,000~2006 Buick Allure CXL 130,000 km $11,500~2004 Chev Aveo, 5 spd std, 128,000 km, $3,500~2004 Buick Park Avenue, loaded, 130,000 kms $15,500~TRUCKS~2009 GMC SLE X-cab, 75,000 km, $24,500~2009 Chev Avalanche LS, 97,000 km, $24,500~2008 GMC SLT Crew Cab diesel, 130,000 km $37,000~2004 Ford Ranger Ext. Cab 2WD, 5 spd, 90,000 km $7,000~2001 GMC 1/2 ton 4x4 reg. cab 174,000 km $7,000~For more info on these units, call us at (403) 773-3622. Talk to Mel. Check out our website at www.elnoramotors.ca f16mc
2007 Chev Cobalt LT, well equipped, 4 dr, extra clean. Only 32,000 km. Only $9,400~2006 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, red, 4 dr, 5 speed, 94K, $9,940~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. j12mc
1996 GMC 1500 4x4, 222,000 km, auto, leather interior, cruise, tilt, air, CD, good tires, lockable box cover that can hold a quad. Well maintained vehicle, some rust. 403-887-0392. 2f16p
BUSINESS
Live the Dream of Self-Employment! Local small business loans available. Government subsidized business training program for unemployed individuals. Call Community Futures Wild Rose for more info 1-888-881-9675. s22mc
COMING EVENTS
Jeld-wen Windows and Doors~Contractors discount to everyone~THREE HILLS GLASS~Authorized Dealer~403-443-7898~ m7mc
Three Hills MURAL 200 CLUB WINNERS for February 2011: Charley Evans $150, Douglas Dau $100. 1f16p
Come and Go Baby Shower for Lisa Stauffer (Hegedys) twin girls Janessa and Chelsea Mon., Feb. 21, 2-5 pm at Linden Alliance Church. Everyone welcome. 2f16p
The annual meeting of the Kneehill Historical Society will be held Feb. 23, 2011 at the Community Centre Lodge Room at 1:30 pm. Everyone welcome. 3f23c
Kayden Wayne Enns has arrived to very excited parents, Coltyn Enns and Ashley Bernicot, on Jan. 29/11 weighing 7 lbs. 7 oz. Proud grandparents are Vince & Cheryl Bernicot, Ardell & Carrie Enns and Freda Kelley. A Baby Shower for Kayden will be held at the Sunnyslope Hall Feb. 20/11 from 1-4 pm. Come welcome our new addition! 2f16p
Central Alberta Singles Dance, February 26, 8:30 at Penhold Hall. Music by Hot Spur. Members and invited guests only. Elaine 403-341-7653 or Bill 403-350-4089. 1f16p
Three Hills Amateur Radio Club offering classes for Amateur Radio Operator Certificate. Morris Code is no longer required. Please call Albert Atkinson 443-7380. 2f23p
Come & Go BABY SHOWER for Chelsea (Wilkinson) Martin and son Saturday, Feb. 19, 2011, 2-4 pm at Mt. Olive Church. 1f16p
Kneehill Area Wellness Centre Society Annual General Meeting Mon., Feb. 28, 3 pm at Linden Care & Share. Everyone welcome. Info 403-443-3345. 2f23c
GARAGE SALE
GARAGE SALE at 1030 - 4 Ave. East, Three Hills on February 22, 23 and 24 from 1 to 5 pm. Scads of stuff won't fit into our next living quarters. Come to our rescue, take it away at unbelievable prices. 1f16p
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 LEASE~Prime retail or Office space~Main Street, Three Hills~NEWLY RENOVATED~Phone 403-335-9127~ a7mc
FOR RENT - Trochu - Beautiful, quiet town. One bedroom townhouse. 4 appliances. Full basement. Parking. $700 plus utilities. Available immediately. 1-866-809-1215. 4f23p
OFFICE - Spacious. Ample storage. All util. incl. A/C in summer. Affordable. Call 443-7069. 4f16p
Available immediately: Bright 2 bedroom adult-only apt. with cathedral ceilings, 4 appliances, $600 includes town utilities. ALSO 2 bdr. basement suite. Newly renovated, 4 appliances, $695 includes utilities. ALSO 2/3 bedroom upstairs apt. in 3-plex. $550 includes utilities. ALL apartments no smoking, pets or partying. References. Phone 403-443-5040. 10m23p
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. 6f23p
2 and 3 bedroom Mobile Homes for rent or sale in Trochu. Ph 403-442-3135 or 403-391-9119. 4f23p
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 Jan. 1. $725/mo. includes all utilities. Ample parking, yard. Call 403-348-6594. d8mc
1 bedroom suite for rent. Close to downtown and PBI. $550/month including utilities. Equal S/D. Phone 443-7098. 1f16p
2 BR apartment. Clean, friendly building. Free laundry. Available Feb. 1. $600/mo. in Carbon. 20 minutes to Drumheller or Three Hills. 403-572-3480 or 403-201-2390. 3f23p
Main floor house, 3 bdr, big kitchen with new fridge, utilities included. Only $750/mo. ALSO for rent, 1 bdr furnished basement suite with kitchen and bath, utilities included. Only $500/mo. Apartments share washer & dryer. No smoking, pets or partying. References required. Please call 403-443-8443. 13a27p
2 bedroom suite, newly renovated, gas fireplace, non-smoking. Beds, couch, table, chairs if needed, laundry, appliances, utilities included, central location 1 block N of Main, 443-8185. 3f23p
Huge room for rent in Three Hills. Must be mature, responsible and clean. Satellite, internet and utilities included, private bathroom downstairs, NS. 445-1552. 2f16p
Three Hills - cozy 2 bedroom ground level apartment available March 1. Washer, dryer, fridge, stove. NS, NP, $400 per month plus DD and utilities. 403-443-7502. 2f16p
For Rent - Looking for roommate. Two rooms and a bathroom, and shared accommodations, $500/month, all utilities included. 999-7910. 3f23p
House for Rent - 3 bdr. house, 2 bathrooms, heated double car garage, big yard, comes with children's playset, close to downtown. $1100 plus utliities. 999-7910. 3f23p
For Rent - Two bedroom basement apartment $400/month, plus utilities, $400 damage deposit, N/S, no pets. Washer and dryer included. Available immediately. 403-443-5491. 3f23p
House for rent: Linden - 3 bdr, garage, large yard, $850 + utilities, DD. No smoking, no pets. Call 546-5237. 2f16p
Farm House for rent on paved hwy. 3 bdrm, 5 appliances, non-smoking. Available immediately. $650/month plus utilities. DD $650. Ph 403-442-3993 eve., 403-442-3800 days. f16mc
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
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. Copeland Barley~Cert. Meadow Peas~Phone 403-823-3177~cel. 403-820-0491~Donald Mueller~ 19m4p
For Sale - Greenfeed and Hay. Big rounds. 403-572-3378. 7m9p
Hay, 1400+lb Round bales, Timothy/Alfalfa Mix, No rain, great for cows. Call 403-877-5117. 4f23p
Large round John Deere hay bales, 70% brome, 30% alfalfa, no rain. 403-546-4121. 4f23p
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
LIVESTOCK
CHAROLAIS BULLS: polled & horned, red & white. Performance tested, semen tested. Free delivery when ready. Parklane Charolais 442-2504. 18j15c
WAWEDASH FARMS All Red Factor Charolais Bull Sale Wed., March 16, 2011, Dryland Cattle Corp, Veteran, AB at 1 pm. 36 semen tested 2 year olds. Wayne Hislop 306-968-2414, Shannon Kuzmiski 403-664-2755. 5m9c
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
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
Three Hills and District~Chamber of Commerce~RENTAL PROGRAM~White Tablecloths~(rectangular and round)~White Linen Napkins~Wine Glasses~Vases~Mirror Tiles~Glass Beads~Head Table Skirting~Call Marlene 443-5898~ m6mc
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
Want to be that person who gave the best gift ever? Anniversary/Birthday or just because you love them...well, here is your answer. MASSAGE CLUB!! Get him or her a membership to the gift that keeps on giving all year long. Only 50 memberships available at $49.00/mo. This will entitle you to a 1 hour massage every month for one year! How the club works - first massage and initial sign up $39.00. Thereafter, you will receive a monthly massage for ONLY $49.00 (automatic withdrawal). Progressive Health & Wellness, Natasha Leischner RMT @ 403-588-5889. 2f23p
THE READING COACH~Phonics-based program includes games, computer and one on one coaching for all ages. Monday and Tuesdays 6:00 to 7:00 pm or 7:00 to 8:00 pm. 6-week sessions. Only 4 spots per group available. First Session begins Monday, February 21. Cost $12 per hour. Coach Brown 403-443-5983. 2f16p
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
PERSONAL
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
In Loving Memory~of a wonderful~Mom and Grandma~Dorothy Grace McKinlay~April 2, 1925 - February 14, 2006~You are forever in our hearts.~We miss you always.~From your loving family~ 1f16p
The Three Hills Playschool would like to thank the Chamber Board for their very generous donation, allowing us to buy new carpet in one half of our building! Thank you also to Don from Northern Comfort, your hard work and skill was very much appreciated. The carpet was much needed, and gives the building a fresh new feel! 1f16c
Thank you to everyone who participated in our Rehoboth Dinner and Silent Auction. Thanks to those who donated auction items and those who bid on them, to those who purchased tickets and those who donated to our special project. We appreciate your contributions. 1f16c
Thank you for your hugs, good wishes, gifts, contributions and hard work to make my Retirement/Birthday Party so memorable. It has been a privilege to live and work in such a wonderful community. I will miss my work. Thank you to Carole Tresierra and Connie, my sister, for planning the celebration and thank you for all your contributions and work for the delicious meal and tea. I did enjoy every minute! Thank you for the special memory.~Frances Simpson~ 1f16p
PETS
For Sale - Purebred miniature Dachshund puppies. Ready to go, $300. Please call Connie anytime (403) 442-3720. 4m2p
WANTED
Live the Dream of Self-Employment! Local small business loans available. Government subsidized business training program for unemployed individuals. Call Community Futures Wild Rose for more info 1-888-881-9675. s22mc
GREAT OPPORTUNITY~OPPORTUNITY is knocking, along with a great wage, hours, on-the-job training and great benefits! Heavy Duty Journeyman or 3rd or 4th year Apprentice Mechanic required for local heavy-duty truck/trailer repair shop. This is a career for the right person - supervisory skills, multi-tasker and organized. If you can fill these boots, then we have a position for you. Apply in person to: Bigfoot & Co. Inc., 238 - 17 Ave. NW, Box 687, Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0. Phone 403-443-3668, or by fax 403-443-7708, or by email: bigtoes@telus.net f9mc
Man looking for winter work. Can do handyman and paint, etc. 403-443-0936. 4f23p
Our innovative farming operation has available employment opportunities. We are in search of people who have or are willing to obtain any of the following: Class 1, Pesticide Applicators License, Agronomy experience, Mechanical abilities, and large machinery experience. We offer excellent opportunities for motivated people, advancement possibilities, competitive wages and benefit package. Full/part-time or seasonal positions available. Please apply with resume and references to dmf@wildroseinternet.ca or fax 403-546-3709 or call 403-333-3153. 4m9p
South Central Alberta Agricultural Company requires an Ag Production Manager to join our growing operation. The position will report to the Farm Manager and be responsible for all aspects of a modern grain operation including but not restricted to Agronomics, Grain Marketing and Buying, Logistics, Planning/overseeing day to day activities, responsible for a team of people. This individual must be highly motivated, have excellent communication, organizational, leadership and problem-solving skills. A post-secondary education, or relevant experience would be an asset. Qualified applicants are invited to apply with references. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected will be contacted. Please call (403) 333-3153 for more information, or send resume to dmf@wildroseinternet.ca or fax to (403) 546-3709. 4f23p
Help Wanted~(Sales & Service Associate)~Skilled in sales and service, you will be a key player in developing and supporting our agency. You have, or will immediately acquire, a General Insurance License. Some travel may be required. If you have a commitment and drive to succeed and are computer literate, please forward your resume to:~arlin_koch@cooperators.ca~Koch Insurance Group~Three Hills, AB~ j26mc
CJS Agro Services Ltd.~A family owned business located in Hussar AB, which has been in business for the past 30 years. Has become one of the biggest independent retailers of agricultural inputs in Alberta is currently accepting applications for the following full time positions.~Millwright – Competition # 1125: In this role, the Millwright is responsible for maintaining and preventative maintenance of all blending equipment in our dry fertilizer facility which handles 30,000 MT a year. If you have the following: 2 years or more experience, problem solving, welding, lifting 34 Kg (75 lbs), able to repair, replace and diagnose all mechanical problems, we want to hear from you. Salary $25/Hr we also offer benefits after 3 months.~Fertilizer Blending/Warehouse Operations Staff 2 Vacancies – Competition # 1130: In these positions the successful candidates will be responsible for receiving and inspecting incoming product, loading customer trucks, palletize cases, wrap and load onto trucks, inventory control. Will have direct customer contact. f you have the following: 1 year or more forklift experience, customer service, lifting of 34 Kg (75 lbs), TDG, WHMIS and basic computer knowledge, we want to hear from you. Salary $20/Hr we also offer benefits after three months.~For all positions First Aid CPR and steel toed footwear required. We have also found the most successful relationships we've had over the years have been with folks who are incredibly professional, disciplined, focused and leave their egos at the door. Attitude comes first. Please forward your resume with cover letter, by March 4 to: CJS Agro Services Ltd. Attn: Corey, Box 143, Hussar, AB T0J 1S0 Fax (403) 787-2395 Email corey.cjs@myipplus.net 2f23p
Acme Inn needs part-time cleaning person. Drop off resume at Acme Inn, email to acmeinn1@hotmail.com, fax 403-546-4118 or mail to Box 305, Acme, AB T0M 0A0. 2f23p
MECHANIC required to work shift work, Diagnostic experience an asset, Wage DOE. Fax resume with work references to 403-546-3709 or call 403-546-2278 Ext. 7. 2f23p
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WOW, WHAT A DEAL!!! Well-kept attached bungalow in Acme. 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 baths, garage, jet tub, 5 appliances, vacu-flo, skylight, upgrades, extras, fenced yard, sports car included. Call (403) 477-9793. 4m9p
$50 OFF Coupon~Plus FREE Chip Repair &~FREE Rain-x Treatment~on your next windshield replacement. Coupon must be shown at time of purchase and expires Feb. 28, 2011. Cannot be used with insurance or fleet cards. Three Hills Glass Ltd. 403-443-7898. 3f23c
Bridal Shower for Anita Kopp, bride-elect of Jeff Reichel, Saturday Feb 19th 1PM Trochu Baptist Church Board. 1f16p
Required: Equipment operator and maintenance person for our Linden Plant. Should have an agricultural background and good mechanical skills. Must be able to work with mimimum supervision. Requires a clean, class 3 license. Will train to meet job requirements and could work into a full-time position. Competitive salary and Company benefits. Kneehill Soil Services, Linden, AB. Phone Earl 403-546-5040 or fax resume to 403-443-3724. 4m9c
We wish to thank Dr. Luke Savage and the nursing staff as well as the Lab Techs for the great care during the two weeks of sickness Don experienced. He is on the mend, we appreciate you all.~Don and Mary Long~P.S. Thanks for the visits and encouragement from our community friends. Your kindness is uplifting. You bless us. 1f16p
A most sincere Thank You to everyone for you prayers and concern while I was in the hospitals; for caring for Jim and the rides, meals, beautiful flowers and cards. At home now with a ways yet to go to restored health.~God bless~Mildred Taylor~ 1f16p
