LOCALS HEADED TO ALBERTA 55 PLUS GAMES

    A number of Viking residents will be among the more than 1,100 Albertans, 55 years and older, taking part in the 13-event 2015 Alberta 55 Plus Winter Games in Lethbridge, February 19-22.

    A couple of curling teams from the area will take part in the games. A team including Pres Winters of Viking, John Fleming of Irma, Floyd Kungs of St. Paul and John Nott of Innisfree will attend as will a team including Rod and Louise Hunter, Jan Hafso and Greg Terlesky.

    John Tiffinger of Viking will compete in five-pin bowling and Jude Thompson, also of Viking will compete in pool.

    Maureen Kubinec, Minister of Culture and Tourism said recently that the 55 Plus Games are an inspiration to all Albertans, showing that an active lifestyle and the pursuit of excellence aren’t restricted by age.

For more see the Feb. 18/15 Weekly Review