Okotoks

Ag Growth International has teamed up with the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) to raise funds for a cure for breast cancer.

Since its peak in 1986, the breast cancer death rate has been nearly cut in half. Today, the 5-year survival rate continues to improve. But there is still work to do! 

Ag Growth International’s (AGI) Canadian farm team has released a pink limited-edition UCX³ U-trough belt conveyor to raise funds to support breast cancer awareness.

The Environmental Appeals Board wants to hear from locals in the Foothills regarding the proposed biodigester.

Approval for the Rimrock Biodigester Facility was granted by the Director of Alberta Environment and Protected Areas on December 11, 2023.

The file number is 484778-00-00 for those wishing to submit an appeal.

The Board is now accepting appeals until next Friday, October 18, 2024.

Over the last few years, a real emphasis has been put on the importance of making your mental health a priority and removing the stigma around reaching out for help.

Farming is known to be one of the most dangerous occupations, it involves a lot of stress and factors unique to agriculture like the weather and markets both of which can have a major impact and are totally out of farmers' control.

Learning ways to recognize and release stress is key especially when trying to stay focused when working with large farm equipment or unpredictable livestock.

It's holiday season - Happy Hallothanksmas! 

You're already busy with your kids, your work, trying to plan who's going where and who's doing what for Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas - and all while trying to stay on track with your fitness and nutrition goals. It can feel like a lot, but it doesn't have to be.

Treating yourself and eating these savoury and sweet foods is actually healthy and you should indulge sometimes! These are special occasions with your family, so enjoy them, accept them and love them.

Water pressure has been restored to most of Black Diamond after a water main break on Thursday (Oct. 10).

The Town of Diamond Valley took to Facebook to let people know about the break, which occurred on Government Road on the Black Diamond side of the community.

Pressure changes and disruptions were anticipated while crews worked on repairs.

Just after 4 p.m., the Town posted again to let people know repairs had restored pressure to most affected residents.

Inclusion Foothills recently recognized a handful of Foothills businesses' efforts in inclusive hiring.

The organization's first Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM) All-Star Celebration event was on Monday (Oct. 7) at the Crystal Shores Beach House.

While Inclusion Foothills has celebrated DEAM for a few years now, they wanted to step things up this year and hold an in-person event to celebrate inclusive employers.

Some water repair work is happening this week in Okotoks.

Crews will be replacing a section of water pipe for the Crystal Shores Booster Station.

The work will be done on October 10 and 11, and originally, they were anticipating a portion of Crystal Shores Road to be closed, but crews are now able to complete the necessary work while keeping the road open.

If you're planning to head out to the Calgary Forest Area, be careful where you start a fire.

As of October 8, the Calgary Forest Area is under a fire advisory due to the warm, dry conditions, and strong wind the area has been experiencing.

Now that the area is under an advisory, existing fire permits are suspended, and no new ones will be issued.

With the colder months knocking on the door, carbon monoxide may make its way into homes as furnaces start to see wider use.

Carbon monoxide is known as the "silent killer" because it is odourless and colourless.

Because of that, the number one way of protecting yourself from potential risks is to have a carbon monoxide detector.

High River Fire Chief Cody Zebedee explains that while the danger of carbon monoxide poisoning is always present, it increases in the colder months.

The Town of High River is looking for board and committee members to help shape its future.

The Community Vitality Advisory Committee has one position open with two citizens needed for the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board.

The Assessment Review Board also needs four volunteers to join.

You'll have to get your ducks in a row and apply by next Tuesday, October 15.

Click here for more information and to apply.