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Today's Campground Report, July 30, 2025
The campground report is sponsored by Happy Trails Campground and Cabins.
North of Grande Prairie
Happy Trails Campground and Cabins (https://htcampground.com)
July 30 – 50 sites
Moonshine Lake Provincial Park (shop.albertaparks.ca)
July 30– 95 sites
Dunvegan Provincial Park (shop.albertaparks.ca)
July 30– 49 sites
Heat WARNING issued for Peace Country residents
Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for the Peace Country as daytime temperatures are expected to reach near 30°C, with overnight lows between 14°C and 18°C.
The heat wave will start today and continue through the week, ending sometime this weekend when temperatures are expected to return to the mid-20s.
Residents and visitors are urged to take precautions, including staying hydrated, avoiding outdoor activities during peak heat, and never leaving children or pets in vehicles.
56th GMA Dove award nominations announced, including movie shot in Winnipeg
The Gospel Music Association (GMA) has announced the nominations for this year's 56th Dove Awards show.
Brandon Lake has the most nominations this year with nine, including Artist of the Year. The others in the same category include CeCe Winans, Forrest Frank, Josiah Queen, Lauren Daigle, and Phil Wickham.
This year's theme for the awards show is Creation Sings. Tauren Wells will be hosting for the third year in a row.
12-year-old Camp Mystic flood survivor turns tragedy into song to honour lost campers
A 12-year-old girl who survived the Texas flash flood that claimed the lives of 130 people, including 27 young campers and counsellors at Camp Mystic, is now using music to honour the victims.
Skyler Derrington has been attending Camp Mystic for four years, but this year will be one to remember.
Derrington says on July 4, 2025, the sky was dark and the floodwaters rose quickly. She says the girls in her cabin began singing songs to the Lord, and as they sang, the water receded, taking the lives of 27 people at the camp, including the owner.
Bank of Canada to make interest rate decision as trade uncertainty swirls
The Bank of Canada is expected to make an interest rate decision this morning.
Economists and financial markets widely expect the central bank will keep its policy rate steady at 2.75 per cent.
A surprisingly strong June jobs report and signs of stubbornness in core inflation convinced many economists the bank would remain on hold.
The Bank of Canada left its key rate unchanged at its two most recent decisions as it waits for more clarity on how Canada's tariff dispute with the United States will affect inflation and the economy.
British Columbians told to avoid coast, after Russia quake triggers tsunami advisory
British Columbians are being urged to stay away from coastal areas that remain under a tsunami advisory, after one of the most powerful earthquakes ever recorded triggered warnings and alerts around the Pacific.
The District of Tofino says beaches are closed, while the province's emergency information agency says people in areas covered by the advisory should stay away from shorelines, with strong waves and currents possible.
Verse of the day: July 30
Matthew 5:14,16
"You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden."
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"In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."
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Let God Do the Exalting
Proverbs 16:7
Think of David, the young musician, tending his father's sheep back on the hills of Judea many centuries ago.
He was a self-taught, gifted musician. He didn't go on tour, trying to make a name for himself.
Instead, he sang to the sheep.
He had no idea that someday his lyrics would find their way into the psalter or would be the very songs that have inspired and comforted millions of people through long and dark nights.
Alberta premier's request for separation referendum question approval rebuffed
Alberta's chief electoral officer is rebuffing calls from Premier Danielle Smith and her justice minister to reverse course and sign off on a proposed referendum question on separation.
On social media, Smith and Justice Minister Mickey Amery said earlier Tuesday that Albertans should be able to embark on gathering signatures "without needless bureaucratic red tape or court applications slowing the process."