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The South East Cornerstone Public School Division on June 17th included what is called a Data Wall Walk. This is a review of data that focuses on student outcomes. The walk covered a variety of topics, including support for students in Grades 4 to 6, Indigenous student achievement, and the well-being of the students overall.  

A recent poll suggests most Portage la Prairie residents want Crescent Lake to remain clean and visually appealing, but not at the cost of its ecosystem or a spike in taxes.

The online poll asked: “What would you do if you were in charge of the future of Crescent Lake?”

As of June 30, the majority of respondents, 57.29%, say the city should keep the lake “as sightly as possible,” while keeping expenses and aquatic life in mind.

Carlyle RCMP are investigating a serious assault that left one man hospitalized early Saturday morning. 

Around 5:30 a.m. on June 28th, police responded to a report of an injured man who had arrived at a residence on White Bear First Nation seeking help. Investigators believe the man was the victim of a serious assault. He was transported to hospital with injuries described as serious. At this time, there is no update on his condition. 

A prop from Heartland was left in High River.

Last week, the Town of High River was transformed into a film set for an episode of Heartland.

The scenes were filmed in various areas around town, including George Lane Memorial Park.

After filming wrapped up, the crew packed up and moved on, leaving behind an out-of-place sign.  

Foothills County is advising motorists of an upcoming road closure.  

Starting July 2, 210 Ave W between 240 St W and 256 St W will be closed as construction of a new intersection begins.  

The road is expected to reopen at the beginning of August.  

A motorcyclist is in critical condition following an accident north of Grunthal.

On Friday evening, RCMP say a 24-year-old man from Steinbach was driving south on Provincial Road 216 and pulled out to pass a semi near Road 30 North.

The man lost control, officers say, and hit the shoulder of the road, landing in the ditch.

Police say he was ejected from his motorcycle, and was wearing a helmet.

Cochrane RCMP are asking for help from the public in locating a missing 41-year-old woman.

Laura-Lee Steinhauser was last seen in Cochrane on June 28, 2025.

Police say there is concern for her well-being.

She is described as having a fair complexion, standing 5 feet 2 inches tall, and weighing around 99 pounds. Laura-Lee has brown hair and hazel eyes and she was last seen wearing a white sweater, black shirt, black tights and carrying a black purse.

She may still be dressed in the same clothing shown in the photo released by RCMP.

Everyone is OK, and a driver is facing a fine, following a crash at Highway 59 and Crown Valley Road.

On Friday around 4:30 p.m., RCMP say officers from the St. Pierre Jolys detachment responded to a collision between a jeep and commercial van at the intersection.

Police say an 18 year old woman, driving the jeep, was heading west on Crown Valley where she tried to cross highway 59. She was hit by the van, which was travelling north.

Environment and Climate Change Canada issued a heat warning for areas of Foothills County, Vulcan County, and Siksika Nation.   

Daytime high temperatures between 29°C and 35°C combined with overnight lows near 14°C are expected to begin today (June 30).  

The affected areas include:  

Foothills Co. near Blackie  

Storms circled the lake add various points throughout the weekend, but the sweet sounds of the Manitou Beach Busking Festival chased the clouds, and music lovers had a mostly beautiful weekend to enjoy all the talent.