Okotoks

It is currently slow-moving eastbound on Highway 1 between Banff and Canmore.

The Town of Banff reported earlier this morning that the eastbound portion of the TransCanada Highway 1 between Banff and Canmore was completely closed near the Parks Canada gate, due to a transport truck blocking the road.

Emergency crews are on scene, but there are no injuries.

At just before 8:30 a.m., the Town of Banff provided an update, stating that the crews on site have opened one eastbound lane to allow traffic to pass.

STARS air ambulance is hosting a two-day radiothon, presented by BHP, on April 1 and 2.

The 'Critical Care on the Air' radiothon will be shared locally on FM radio stations 99.7 Sun Country in High River and in Okotoks on The Eagle 100.9.

Last month, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency or CFIA officially declared a herd of cattle infected with bovine tuberculosis or bovine TB. An investigation spanning back six years has taken place, tracking the movements of the herd to limit the spread of bovine TB. Dr. Stacey Vos, veterinarian and Animal Health Regional Veterinary Officer with the CFIA, talks about the case itself, and the risks associated with bovine TB. 

For the second day in a row, Liberal Leader Mark Carney has been pulled away from campaigning to discuss U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs. 

Carney, in his role as prime minister, will meet virtually with Canada's premiers today to discuss the country's response to Trump's latest duties.

The president signed an executive order earlier this week to implement 25 per cent levies on all automobile and auto part imports — his latest move to upend global trade through a massive tariff agenda that pushed some automakers' stock prices down on Thursday.

It's looking like a big weekend for Heaven Can Wait Animal Rescue, but it comes at a time when they're in need of some extra support.

According to founder Kim Hessel, the current economic strain has seen donations slow down and simultaneously increased the need for dog food in the community.

The Okotoks Bisons' streak as Heritage Junior Hockey League champions has come to an end.

A 2-1 Sylvan Lake win at the Murray Arena on Thursday, March 27, saw the Wranglers reclaim the title for the first time in 15 years.

Game 4, despite being the lowest scoring of the final series, saw the most shots on goal, with the Wranglers firing 29 attempts at Bisons netminder Connor White, and the Herd pelting visiting goalie Kaden Toussaint with 46 shots.

Alberta's government is putting $19 million toward municipal flood and drought prevention projects as part of its new budget.

Environment Minister Rebecca Schulz says eight municipalities as well as two Indigenous communities are to receive the grant funding.

She says the money will help build a new berm along the Bow River at Siksika First Nation and a retaining wall to protect the Slave Lake Airport.

Calgary is also to receive funding to improve a storm water ditch that connects the city to the nearby hamlet of Langdon.

Drought and flooding have been felt across the province over the last few years.

Not only that but building the critical infrastructure needed to protect Albertans can be costly for municipalities.

Because of that, the Alberta Government is investing over $19 million into 10 different projects through the Drought and Flood Protection program, which will help to safeguard businesses, protect homes, and save lives.

Some sewer line repair work is causing detours in Nanton.

The Town took to Facebook to let people know crews are onsite working to repair a sewer line on 22 Street, between Highway 2 (21 Ave) and 22 Ave.

The crews are working as quickly as possible to complete the repair and restore normal flow.

Due to the work, there are road closures and detours in the area.

There is no indication of when the work will be completed.