Simulated tornado tests regional response in Rocky View County

Crossfield and Rocky View County staged a full-scale emergency simulation on Thursday, which was built around a mock tornado that damaged property, displaced livestock, and triggered a mass evacuation.

The May 8 exercise, mandated under Alberta's Emergency Management Act, unfolded across multiple locations and tested how agencies coordinate during a simulated regional disaster.

Update: Crossfield fire crews on scene at structure fire

According to Crossfield town officials, a structure fire that was being attended by fire crews earlier this morning has been extinguished.

"Saskatchewan Street is now open to local traffic only (residents in the immediate area). A fire truck will remain on scene to monitor the site. Please be respectful of barricades surrounding the property," officials noted in a Wednesday afternoon update.

Earlier this morning, Crossfield fire crews were on the scene of a structure fire in town.

Federal election coverage tonight on Air 106.1

Canadians are heading to the polls today to vote in the federal election, with polling stations open from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. across Alberta.

Air 106.1 will have full coverage of the results Monday night, with updates every 15 minutes once polls close at 7:30 p.m.

A local community leader will join live in the Plumbing and Heating Paramedics studio to provide commentary, insight about what they hope will be beneficial to Airdrie and what they hope to see once the new leader is elected. 

Rocky View Schools keeps most school fees steady for 2025/26

At the latest Rocky View Schools (RVS) Board of Trustees meeting, trustees decided to keep the majority of school fees unchanged for 2025/26.

"The Board of Trustees of RVS encourages schools to offer a diverse range of engaging opportunities that support students in exploring interests and learning new skills, while thoughtfully balancing any associated costs to families," stated RVS

Some Airdrie residents are wondering where their carbon rebate is — here’s what to know

Airdrie residents accustomed to receiving their Canada Carbon Rebate (CCR) on or around the 15th of the month may be surprised to see no deposit thus far this month. The final payment is still coming, just later than usual, and it marks the end of the quarterly program.

Why pay full price? Bid before it’s gone

The Discover Airdrie Auction is wrapping up today. Items will begin closing this morning, so don't miss your chance to save big on items you need or want for spring and summer! We are down to our final hours, so get bidding! 

There are 358 items, ranging from gift cards and dinner out to home upgrades and car services. All items started at 60% off retail. So, the savings are huge, and you get to support local, so win, win! 

Canada Carbon Rebate review triggers rural top-up questions in Crossfield

Crossfield residents could be affected by a clawback of rural carbon rebate payments after the Canada Revenue Agency confirmed the town falls within Calgary’s metropolitan boundary.

The CRA said it conducted a review of the supplement in 2024 to ensure individuals living outside of Census Metropolitan Areas were receiving the correct payments.

Crossfield rallied for the Hockeyville title — and ended up unlocking something bigger

Crossfield didn’t win Kraft Hockeyville’s grand prize. It got something else entirely. Late Saturday, the town got a call no one expected.

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