Airdrie

World wheat stocks could climb to 271 million tonnes by the end of 2025-26, up from 264 million tonnes at the end of 2024-25

There will be plenty of wheat in the world in 2025-26, say analysts.

“As we enter mid-year Northern Hemisphere harvest, a larger-than-expected crop is expected to limit the upside in global wheat prices,” Dennis Voznesenski, agricultural economist with the Commonwealth Bank of Australia, said in his recent Agri Commodity Weekly Alert.

A 32-year-old woman from Sundre has been arrested in connection with a series of vehicle and credit card thefts in Airdrie, and was taken into custody on 48 outstanding Alberta warrants.

Between June 26 and July 1, 2025, Airdrie RCMP was dispatched to assist with three stolen vehicles. The suspect broke into lockers at a recreational centre in Airdrie and subsequently stole car keys and credit cards. The credit cards were then used fraudulently for purchases at several locations in Airdrie.

Pool B at the Calgary Stampede kicked off on Monday with some impressive performances from some Albertans.

Three Albertans are in Ladies Barrel Racing, two Albertans are in Bull Riding, and two outstanding performances were had by Albertans in Saddle Bronc.

In Saddle Bronc, former Champion Zeke Thurston had an impressive ride, as did fellow Albertan Kolby Wanchuck.

Here are the Albertan and Canadian highlights from Day One in Pool B.

Saddle Bronc:

With summer heat rising, Olds RCMP are reminding everyone heading to local lakes and rivers to keep safety top of mind.

“Warm weather draws many to the water, and with that comes the need for extra awareness and care,” the detachment said in a July 7 social media post. 

The reminder applies to all water activities — whether boating, kayaking, canoeing, or swimming.

Key safety tips from police include:

The cost of auto theft in Alberta has jumped 65 per cent over the past three years, according to the Insurance Bureau of Canada — and Ford pickup trucks are leading the list of the province’s most frequently stolen vehicles.

The Alberta Motor Association released its latest rankings on July 2, citing data from Équité Association, an insurance crime and fraud prevention organization.

The Ford F250 series ranked first, with a theft frequency of 1.48 per cent. The Ford F350 series followed at 1.21 per cent. Both vehicles are classified as trucks.

Airdronian Jay Raymundo held his launch announcement Saturday to share that he has put his name forward to run for Airdrie City Council.

He officially filed to run for council last week. This is the second municipal election in a row that he has decided to run.

Raymundo explained he has a lot invested in Airdrie, and that's why he wants to run again.

"I have kids that live here, work here, play here and go to school here. I have a small business here as well. So it's definitely in my best interest to see Airdrie succeed."

Airdrie is facing a hot start to the week, with Environment Canada forecasting a high of 30°C today under a mix of sun and cloud. Winds are expected to become southwest at 20 km/h this afternoon, with gusts reaching up to 40 km/h. The UV index is rated at 8, or very high.

A show coming to Canada is seeking Airdrie area cooks.

Heather Muir, the casting producer for Come Dine With Me Canada, explained what kind of cooks they are looking for.

"We're  looking for people who love hosting great dinner parties and know that they're good at it, maybe slightly competitive is also a good thing."

Those interested in applying must be:

Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand is headed off to Japan and Malaysia as the Carney government shapes its diplomatic and trade approach to the Indo-Pacific region.

Anand will meet with her Japanese counterpart in Tokyo this week as the two finalize an agreement on sharing defence information and boosting trade.

On Thursday and Friday, Anand will take part in a meeting with the Association of South East Asian Nations, or ASEAN, in Malaysia.

The head of emergency medicine for Alberta's doctors association is challenging Premier Danielle Smith to join him on shift to see the frustration of patients jammed for hours in hallways and the moral injury of doctors looking into the eyes of the those who wait.

“It's this kind of vicarious trauma, this inability to help when we're helpers, that is causing us to leave,” Dr. Warren Thirsk said in an interview.

“Unless you experience it, you don't really get it.