Opinion

A lot of hot myths have steamed the mirrors of late, especially as Coun. Laurie Charlton’s pen heats up in a campaign that can only be characterized as misinformative, perhaps deliberately so.

Wind slab produces areas of increased snow hardness and cohesiveness that are much more prone to avalanche and are often triggered when confidence is increasing and terrain becomes more aggressive, more open and more exposed. If you see signs of wind effect on the snow surface, expect wind slab conditions.

At our last staff meeting, staff discussed the plethora of misinformation and half truths floating around Rossland, regarding the Columbia Avenue and Washington Street “re-do.” In an effort to set the record straight, staff decided to use the weekly REC column (Recreation, Education & Community) to bring everyone up to date and debunk a few myths.

I think it’s time to set the record straight about the new garage that encroaches onto Second Avenue.

Everyone loves Winter Carnival. For the long nights grooving all over town to Blizzard Fest tunes, for those amazing jibbers at The Game, for the races and much more, we give thanks to those who gave their time, money, and skill to make it all possible.

Lots going on this weekend! The Rossland Winter Carnival has lots of opportunities to get out, recreate, socialize and enjoy the community. Check out the festivities at www.rosslandwintercarnival.com and see a full schedule pull-out in today’s Rossland News (pages 8 & 13.) The 2011 Western Regional Pond Hockey Championships take place this weekend too — check out www.bcpondhockey.com for volunteer opportunities and the schedule of events.

Thank you so much to everyone who voted for Rossland’s Aviva Community Grant idea! It was an excellent vehicle for bringing our community together, raising awareness of the issues, and for sending a strong message to the school board of the importance of K-12 education in our community. Eleven different groups won grants. You can check out the winners at www.avivacommunityfund.org/search/grid.