High Prairie Times

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The High Prairie Times is the local community newspaper in High Prairie, Alberta, Canada. It was started by Tina Kennedy and Derek Lalonde.

The pair had worked at another newspaper in the small community, but were unhappy with the working environment. A series of events led to the idea that with their knowledge and experience, it was possible to start a new newspaper that could be, they felt, both community minded and honourable.

In November 2005, the High Prairie Times came to life, and it is now enjoyed for its diverse content, story composition, excellence of photography, well constructed advertisements, clean and crisp layout, and integrity.^{[citation needed]}

The Times' unique approach to the local news and its reader friendly and unorthodox design have been very well received by the public.^{[citation needed]}

Being the young business that it is, the "High Prairie Times" has had it's struggles, but it has been by the support of the people and many businesses that it has maintained it's existence.

Tina and Derek have received many phone calls and emails, and have had many comments from people on the streets, telling them that they are doing a great thing, and to not give up because their growing newspaper is really making a difference in the little town, known by many as "Alberta's best kept secret".^{[citation needed]}

One woman who works for Human Resources told Tina that, out of the 50 newspapers she has to read every week, the "High Prairie Times" is her favorite.

It has been by comments, support, and the inspiration of the public, that Tina and Derek are able to find the courage and conviction to continue bringing the people a newspaper that they deserve. A newspaper that shares the voice of the people, and helps to recreate the spirit of the times on each and every page.

In November of 2006 the Times published their final issue, without any explanation to their "Loyal" readers and Supporters. Tina and Derek are suddenly nowhere to be found or are offering an explanation for their demise.