Welcome to Didsbury

A new trend is transforming travel plans across Alberta as "set-jetting" (not to be confused with jet-setting)—tourism inspired by TV shows and movies—is beginning to shape where people go. Some of those set-jetting places are near Airdrie.

Related Stories:

• Inside the fan frenzy: Why hundreds are heading to a town north of Airdrie this week

A five-month investigation led by the RCMP Southern Alberta Crime Reduction Unit (SAD CRU) culminated in the arrest of 25-year-old Joshua Elliot Moose of Medicine Hat after an alleged cross-provincial spree targeting Tim Hortons locations, including in Rocky View County.

Snag incredible deals at the Discover Airdrie Online Auction! Whether you're planning a weekend getaway, gearing up for outdoor activities, or simply treating yourself to some well-deserved pampering, this auction has something for everyone.

Airdrie is currently under a severe thunderstorm warning, with forecasts predicting rain, which may transition to light snow, with up to two centimetres of snow accumulating.

Related Stories:

• Neighbouring county is under a severe weather warning and it's not what you might think

Tuesday morning, we will see the flurries tapering off.

A previous severe weather warning issued for Mountain View County on Monday evening has ended. A severe thunderstorm warning remains in place for Airdrie and surrounding areas. 

Before, residents near Sundre in Mountain View County were warned to brace for intense weather conditions, as a severe thunderstorm warning had been issued for the area.

According to Environment and Climate Change Canada, meteorologists were tracking a severe thunderstorm capable of producing hail up to the size of a nickel.

You can find incredible deals, support local businesses, and even snag some experiences across Alberta all in one go. That’s where the Discover Airdrie Online Auction and its exciting new addition, the Save More Alberta Online Auction, come in.

The official results of Mountain View County's (MVC) by-election have been revealed. Tiffany Nixon has been elected as Division 4 Councillor.

Last week, MVC announced that a total of 349 votes were cast in the By-Election, with the following results:

• Sean LaBrie: 158
• Tiffany Nixon: 191

Division 4 voters had two chances to cast their ballots; advance voting took place at Melvin Hall on October 9 and Bergen Hall on October 10. On October 16, the By-Election Voting Day was held.

The Didsbury Fire Department has opened up applications as they are looking to add to their number of firefighters.

Kyle Leeson, Deputy Fire Chief for the Didsbury Fire Department, talked about opening up the recruitment process.

"We are looking for dedicated members of the community, you must live within five miles of the fire station so you are able to respond to a call quickly. We also provide all the necessary training for them to become a volunteer firefighter."

Chinook's Edge students can now enroll in a new dual credit course. Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) is offering kinesiology to dual-credit students for the first time.

"Chinook’s Edge has 12 students enrolled, along with other students from two other K-12 school divisions. The Kinesiology course is offered mostly online and in asynchronous classes, supported by staff at the school level," stated Chinook's Edge.

The Order, a made-in-Alberta film, has released its official trailer. The film was shot north of Airdrie in Didsbury, as well as in Calgary, Bragg Creek/Kananaskis, and the Drumheller/Dorothy areas.