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A special public avalanche warning is in effect for the Central Rockies through Monday, March 24, as dangerous snow conditions persist following two fatal avalanches last weekend.

The warning applies to Banff, Yoho, Kootenay and Jasper national parks, as well as Kananaskis Country. Avalanche Canada warns that similar conditions may also exist in adjacent areas.

The federal Liberals are announcing nearly $100 million in humanitarian relief and governance support for Palestinians, days before a widely expected election. 

Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly, who took on the file of international development last week, is announcing funding for major agencies working in the occupied Palestinian territories.

The Red Deer RCMP and Municipal Policing Service is introducing Body-Worn Cameras (BWCs) that will be used by general duty and crime reduction team members.  

“This is more than just new equipment for our members – it’s part of modernizing the way we serve Red Deer,” said Holly Glassford Superintendent. “It reflects our commitment to transparency, accountability, and public trust.”  

More financial support is on the way for fire-ravaged Jasper, Alta., as the federal government has announced $187 million in new funding for the town's rebuild.

It is the largest funding package to be announced since a runaway wildfire ripped through Jasper National Park and destroyed a third of the town last July.

The money will help rebuild roads, campgrounds, trails and permanent staff housing, and help provide interim housing while the town is rebuilt.

It was another great Classroom of the Month today!   

This time, Sunny was warmly welcomed by Mr. Richter’s Grade 6 class.   

Before heading to Lacombe Upper Elementary School, we filled the station vehicle with prizes from our sponsors and stopped by Boston Pizza Lacombe to pick up lunch for the class.   

BGC Wolf Creek Lacombe has the perfect solution for parents who want to keep their kids entertained over spring break and summer holidays.

Lily Raugust, the Program Manager for BGC Wolf Creek Lacombe talks about their exciting spring break week. (March 21st to 28th).

The Blackfalds Bulldogs have announced that 2007-born forward, Harout Arutyunyan, has committed to the team for the 2025-2026 BCHL season.

The Glendale, California product played for the Anaheim Jr. Ducks 18U AAA team this season, scoring 24 goals and 45 points in 39 games.

Bulldogs’ Director of Player Personnel, Al Parada noted, “Harout is a big, strong-skating power forward who has the skill set to step into the BCHL next season and be an impact player.

Red Deer's Leona Staples received the 'Women in Ag Notable Lifetime Achiever' Award from Agricultural Financial Services Corporation (AFSC), at their gala awards banquet in Calgary on March 16.

As the co-owner and operator of The Jungle Farm, Staples has spent decades fostering agriculture education, agritourism, and business mentorship. 

Her farm welcomes over 30,000 visitors each year, ensuring that consumers understand the importance of agriculture and local food production.

The City of Red Deer says it is hearing from concerned citizens who have received text messages requesting payment for parking violations. 

The City says it does not send text messages requesting payments of any kind, noting the messages are not from the City of Red Deer.

If you receive a fraudulent request for payment:

Chinook’s Edge School Division has named Chris Adamson as the new Associate Superintendent of Learning Services. Adamson will assume the role in August, 2025.

“Chris is highly regarded in his current and previous roles, as a skilled educator and leader who has developed high levels of trust with students, parents, and staff as well as school and division administrators,” says Kurt Sacher, Superintendent, Chinook’s Edge School Division. “We appreciate Chris’ deep commitment to instructional leadership, professional learning, and system wide improvement.”