Crossfield

There is an action-packed weekend of events ahead in Crossfield. From delicious breakfasts and exciting rodeo performances to community picnics and lively dances, there's something for everyone.

It's a family affair so bring down the whole family, Discover Crossfield and their annual Pete Knight Days celebration said Norma Lang, a representative of the Crossfield and District Chamber of Commerce.

"Crossfield is the place to be this weekend, and we invite everybody from surrounding communities to come and join us for our fun events and participate in any way they can."

An earlier reported incident involving a car in the ditch heading northbound on the QEII just before the exit to Crossfield has been cleared.

The car appeared to be in the center ditch dividing the southbound and northbound lanes. There were tow trucks on the scene and there was a possibility of delays in the area.

There is no word on whether anyone sustained any injuries.

This week I had the chance to take part in the 2024 Rural Women in Business Conference, and it was a HUGE success!!

It was held at the Crossfield & District Community Hall and hosted by the Airdrie and Crossfield Chambers of Commerce. 

I spoke with Airdrie Chambers Executive Director Marilyne Aalhus about what we can do to support women in business.

“We as a Chamber are obviously your voice of business. So, if you're not a member of your local chamber. We encourage you to do so.” 

Airdrie rural RCMP has arrested and charged a 43-year-old Crossfield resident, who is an educational assistant, with child pornography offences, in relation to a six-month-long sexual interference investigation. 

According to Mounties, Thijs Gordon Vogelzang has been charged with sexual Interference, possession of Child Pornography, as well as making Child Pornography. The investigation was in partnership with the Airdrie Rural RCMP and the Airdrie RCMP Specialized Investigation Unit.

In a written statement on Thursday morning, Greg Luterbach, the Superintendent of Rocky View Schools, updated parents, teachers and staff about recent events at a Crossfield high school, regarding the arrest of a staff member. 

A previous severe thunderstorm watch issued by Environment and Climate Change Canada has ended.

On Tuesday evening, the watch was issued for areas of Rocky View County, including areas near Irricana and Beiseker, as well as Kathyrn.

"Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms that may be capable of producing strong wind gusts this evening."

Strong wind gusts can toss loose objects, damage weak buildings, break branches off trees and overturn large vehicles.

Much-needed funds were brought in for the Airdrie Health Foundation thanks to the Tim Hortons Smile Cookie Campaign.

The campaign which ran from April 29 through to May 5 generated $62,024.02. There were over 152 shifts of volunteers decorating cookies for about half an hour per shift.

Michelle Bates, the Executive Director of the Airdrie Health Foundation is thankful for everybody who bought a cookie.

Several firefighter helmets with various ranks, certificates denoting awards for his service, as well as photos, and newspaper clippings span the wall of Joe Holstein's garage. His firefighter jacket hangs on the opposite side of the wall; the same fire jacket he hung up for good last week when he retired after 40 years as a firefighter with the Crossfield Fire Department.

A Crossfield business owner is providing free produce to residents in need. Stacked Bistro and Bakery owner, Debbie Stiles, has a community produce bin that she provides for Crossfield residents in need.

The bin is located within the vestibule of the restaurant. Anybody can access the bin whenever they would like. Stiles stocks it with vegetables and fruit every morning with around 8-10 different items.

"I'm lucky enough to be a restaurant owner who can get produce wholesale for a lot cheaper, but I do this all on my own, the bin has nothing to do with the restaurant."

Are you planning some spring cleaning or renovations? The Airdrie Waste Department has just the event to help you declutter and safely dispose of hazardous materials.

On June 15th, residents of Airdrie and Rocky View can participate in a hazardous waste roundup and shredding event. This is a fantastic opportunity to get rid of those unwanted household chemicals and documents that have been piling up. The first 100 participants in the Hazardous Waste Roundup will receive a free household hazardous waste kit as well. 

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