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American Idol is preparing to honour one of their former contestants following her sudden death last week. 

Mandisa, who appeared on season five of the show, in 2005, was found dead in her Nashville home on Thursday, April 18. 

American Idol announced they will host a special musical tribute to celebrate her life on Monday, April 29. 

Exodus 24:12

Now we know why God met with Moses. But what did He reveal? Verse 12 tells us: He revealed His written word. The first thing God gave to this man who met with Him was His truth in written form.

Hebrews 7:25

"Therefore he is able to save completely those who come to God through him because he always lives to intercede for them."

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The Competition Bureau released its report this week regarding Bunge's proposed acquisition of Viterra. 

Based on recommendations from BC Wildfire, the Peace River Regional District has rescinded the Wildmare Creek Fire Evacuation Order.

This means the Evacuation Order is cancelled for the following areas:

• Directly West of Bisset Creek
• South to Pine River
• East to Wildmare Creek

This notification does not apply to First Nations communities or municipalities as they issue their own Orders and Alerts.

Federal Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay has named David Hunt to the position of Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Grain Commission (CGC). 

Hunt has over 25 years of leadership experience in Canada's agriculture sector

He joined the Department of Agriculture in Manitoba in 2007, where he held several positions,including leadership roles with Veterinary Diagnostic Services and the Livestock Industry Branch, before accepting the position of Assistant Deputy Minister for the Corporate Services and Innovation Division. 

Work crews will be on-site May 1, 2024, executing the replacement of the culvert crossing on Lakeland Drive between 95 Street and 123 Avenue near the Crystal Lake dog park. This crucial project aims to enhance safety and reliability by replacing the existing structure with a new concrete design, along with the installation of a new manholes and surface repairs.

The City of Grande Prairie reminds visitors to take proactive steps to secure their belongings when participating at City facilities.

Follow the tips below to help protect your possessions:

·Bring and use your own lock on the provided lockers.

·Avoid bringing items of value into the facility wherever possible and lock up anything valuable that is brought into the building.

·Be aware of your surroundings and report any suspicious activity to a staff member.

·Avoid leaving personal items unattended, even for a brief period.

This week is National Soil Conservation Week.

Over the last few months, the Senate Committee on Agriculture has been working on developing a new study on Soil Health in Canada.

Senator Robert Black says the committee toured the country to get a first-hand look at the situation, meeting with various scientists, producers, organizations and researchers to get an understanding of what's been happening.

The committee heard from 153 witnesses over the course of approximately 18 months and received 72 briefs from interested parties and individuals.

Northwestern Polytechnic (NWP) is experiencing a remarkable year, marked by the announcement of three new programs within just a few months. One standout offering is the forthcoming Agriculture Operations diploma, slated to begin in November 2024.

This two-year program, rooted in Fairview, Alberta, reflects NWP's commitment to training the next generation of agriculture professionals. Developed in collaboration with industry partners, the diploma boasts two extensive work terms where students will gain practical experience alongside seasoned professionals.