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Premier Danielle Smith issued the following statement celebrating Thanksgiving:

“Thanksgiving provides all of us the opportunity to take time out of our busy lives to remember what’s truly important.

“As Albertans, we have much to be thankful for: the families and friends around us, the opportunity to enjoy the natural beauty throughout our province, the freedom to worship as we choose and the ability to work in our chosen fields and pursue world-class education.

“Alberta is a place where everyone, no matter their origins, can take part in the Alberta advantage and our province’s shared prosperity.

“In whatever way you celebrate today and with whoever you spend the day, I want to wish everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving.”


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California Farm Bureau 2025 Farm Dog of the Year Contest Winner - Willy - CAFB 107th Annual Meeting

Video: California Farm Bureau 2025 Farm Dog of the Year Contest Winner - Willy - CAFB 107th Annual Meeting

Meet Willy: California Farm Bureau’s 2025 Farm Dog of the Year!

We’re excited to introduce Willy, a miniature long-haired dachshund with a big heart and even bigger courage, and the Grand Prize winner of this year’s Farm Dog of the Year Contest!

Willy may be small, but he’s become an indispensable partner on owner Marshal Hagedorn’s forestry and cattle operations in Shasta, Tehama, and Siskiyou counties. Adopted in 2023, he quickly found his place on the ranch, helping manage critters, tagging along for long days in the woods, and offering unwavering companionship during demanding logging work.

Willy has even taken naturally to moving cattle, surprising calves (and more than a few full-grown cows!) with his burst of energy from the tall grass. As Marshal put it: “He goes with me everywhere every single day.”

Congratulations to Willy and his family, a perfect example of how every good farm dog, no matter the size, helps keep California agriculture running strong.