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On Nov. 8, 2023, Valleyview RCMP responded to a report of a male who had been assaulted and was suffering from serious lacerations to his body at a residence on Sturgeon Lake First Nation, Alta. He was transported to the hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries. An autopsy conducted by the Edmonton Medical Examiners Office determined that the victim, 36-year-old Aaron Bellcourt, had died as a result of his injuries and the death was deemed a homicide.

A national task force that provides guidance for primary health-care providers is not lowering the recommended breast cancer screening age to 40, despite urging from several cancer specialists, surgeons and radiologists. 

The Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care has been reviewing its current advice that women start routine breast cancer screening at age 50.

It holds firm on that position, and on previous advice against routine screening past age 74.

The campground report is sponsored by Happy Trails Campground and Cabins. 

Listen for the Campground report at 2:20 p.m. and 4:20 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday on Reach FM.

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Fans of The Chosen won't have to wait much longer to watch Season 4 of the popular show. 

The creators announced Wednesday, that the latest season will be available to the public for streaming this weekend.

“The wait is finally over. The response from those who've seen Season 4 in theatres was that this is our best season, so I can't wait to deliver these episodes free and easy to the world,” said Dallas Jenkins, creator, producer, director, and writer of the international hit series The Chosen.

A recent order by a Californian city manager forbids fire and police chaplains to pray using the words 'in Jesus name.'

Pastor J.C. Cooper has been volunteering as the police chaplain in Carlsbad, CA, for the past six years. He is the associate pastor at The Mission Church. His father, Denny Cooper, has volunteered and served as chaplain for the fire department for 18 years. 

This past weekend Christians from all denominations flooded the streets of Paris, near the Eiffel Tower, for the March for Jesus France. 

"We do believe it’s God’s time for this city, nation, this continent and this generation for the greatest revival and harvest in history," says Pastor Jean-Luc Trachsel, who spoke during the event. "So beautiful to see this multitude from so many denominations including non-charismatic people and so many who just got saved being baptized and filled with The Holy Spirit and fire."

Psalm 56:4

"In God, whose word I praise—in God I trust and am not afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?"

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Ecclesiastes 4:9

Independence is our watchword and "Think for Yourself" is our motto. Declaring a need is a sign of weakness, an open admission of failure and a lack of character.

Furthermore, we are on the move so much, who has time to share and to care? It has been my observation that we Christians are not immune from this hurry-up,hassle-hustle mentality...

Emergency services responded to a serious motor vehicle collision on Highway 43 yesterday.

Traffic was diverted at Range Road 13 westbound. 

Preliminary investigation suggests that a pickup truck rear ended a construction roller. The driver and passenger of the pickup were taken to hospital and are in critical condition. The driver of the construction roller was treated on scene for minor injuries.

The investigation is still ongoing, and an update will be considered if more information becomes available.

Grande Spirit Foundation Invites Community to the Grand Opening of Pleasant View Lodge in Spirit River, Alberta on June 1st, 2024.  We are thrilled to announce the Grand opening of the new Pleasant View Lodge in Spirit River, Alberta being held during “Spirit Days” celebration weekend. The Grand opening of Pleasant View Lodge is more than just a celebration; it is a testament to the power of community, compassion, and collaboration.