Airdrie Legion Members honoured with King Charles III Coronation pins
On Saturday, two members of The Airdrie Legion Branch 288, Keith Shaw and Bob McNevin, received the King Charles III Coronation pin.
They received the pins at the 12th annual Korean War Veterans Day Ceremony, which marked the 72nd Anniversary of the Korean War Armistice.
Andy Choi, Chairman of the Calgary Korean Association, presented the pins to McNevin and Shaw on behalf of Senator Yonah Martin.
Chinook’s Edge Appoints New Director for Community Learning Campus in Olds
Brianne Fletcher is taking over a new role within Chinook's Edge School Division as Director of the Community Learning Campus (CLC) in Olds.
Previously, Fletcher has been serving as the Career Connections Coordinator for Chinook’s Edge School Division and Olds College of Agriculture & Technology.
"Brianne has enjoyed the opportunity over the past few years, to oversee dual credit programming in Chinook's Edge, both online and onsite," shared Chinook's Edge.
Summer safety alert: Prevent bites and diseases
Alberta Health Services (AHS) is encouraging Airdronians to take precautions this summer when coming across wildlife and insects to prevent bites and infections.
"Insects can carry viruses and diseases in Alberta. West Nile virus is an infection spread by mosquitoes that can affect your brain and give you flu-like symptoms," explained AHS.
AHS also shared that ticks can carry Lyme disease, an infection that can cause problems with your skin, joints, nervous system and heart.
Here are some ways to prevent mosquito and tick bites according to AHS:
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.
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."
Fire crews battle Irricana blaze, cause under investigation
Rocky View County (RVC) attended a fire on Sunday night in Irricana.
According to RVC, they received a call of a residential structure fire around 6 p.m.
"Initial response was provided by the members of the Irricana Fire Station, followed by additional apparatus and fire crews responding from the Balzac and Langdon Fire Stations," shared RVC.
Fire services had a total of eight apparatus and 13 fire personnel on scene in response.
"Once the fire was under control, crews continued to monitor the residence and cleared the scene by 10 p.m."
Alberta Premier Smith, minister call for separation referendum question be approved
Premier Danielle Smith and one of her ministers are calling on Alberta's electoral officer to reverse course and sign off on a proposed referendum question on separation, saying it shouldn't be held back by red tape.
This week, chief electoral officer Gordon McClure announced he had referred the proposed question to the courts so a judge could decide if the question contravenes Canada's Constitution.
Finally, a stretch of sun for Airdrie — but Almanacs hint at what's next
After a soggy July, a string of warmer, sunnier days in Airdrie is expected to close out the month — but both versions of the Farmer’s Almanac suggest August and fall may bring more rain, cooler temperatures and even an early taste of snow on the Prairies.
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Airdrie stargazers: Twin meteor showers peak tonight under dark skies and clearing weather
Stargazers can expect a celestial display Tuesday night as two meteor showers—the Delta Aquarids and Alpha Capricornids—peak under relatively favourable conditions.
The double-shower event is expected to be visible late Tuesday into the early hours of Wednesday, with peak activity overnight on July 29–30.