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The last few years have been challenging for the pork sector with higher interest rates, lower hog prices, global instability cutting into export demand, and higher feed prices. 

The General Manager for Manitoba Pork Cam Dahl says we are coming through that, adding that things are looking up for the pork industry.

"We're seeing support for demand, we are seeing a reduction in input costs. So things are looking much better now, than they were a couple of years ago."

Congratulations to Kayla and Joe Spence, from People's Church, our latest Date Night on Daniel winners.

Kayla and Joe won a $100 gift card to Mr. Mike's Steakhouse Casual and a Cineplex gift card courtesy of Daniel Cram of Sutton Realty.

County of Grande Prairie Council has approved the 2024 budget with a 2.9% municipal tax rate increase, reflecting public feedback emphasizing fire services and road conditions. This translates to approximately $58.69 annually, or $4.89 per month for a residential property valued at $482,000.

The $223.5 million budget includes $107 million for general operations, $6.5 million for debt payments, and $110 million for capital investments, including $54.3 million for ongoing projects.

Fort St. John City Council has announced the acquisition of a 10,000-square-foot property formerly known as Wolverine Motors, to serve as a dedicated emergency services building.

City staff are working on a lease agreement with North Peace Search and Rescue for a portion of the facility, while the Fort St. John Fire Department will utilize the remaining space. 

As of today,  April 19, the gravel roads ban has been updated to be in effect 24 hours a day on all gravel roads.

All gravel roads will be at 75% axle weight 24 hours a day.

Gravel road bans are a standard practice for the City, aimed at protecting gravel roads in the region.

The City of Grande Prairie may issue road bans during construction, regular maintenance, or due to special seasonal circumstances such as spring melt or above-average weather conditions.

Information provided by the City of Grande Prairie

The Christian and Gospel community, along with former and present contestants of American Idol have taken to social media to remember singer and songwriter Mandisa.

The 47-year-old passed away in her Nashville home on Thursday, April 18.  

Danny Gokey, also a former American Idol contestant, said he was devastated to hear about the sudden loss of Mandisa.

Grammy-nominated and Platinum-certified singer and songwriter Anne Wilson has officially released her sophomore album. 

The new project, REBEL, which features 16 tracks, hit shelves and streaming platforms on Friday. 

"I have worked so hard on this record and getting it out to y’all," said Annie in a post on Facebook. "I poured my heart and soul into every single song. This writing process was the most freeing experience I’ve ever had. I enjoyed every moment so much and will never forget that season of my life."

While family, friends, and fans are mourning the death of Christian artist Mandisa, many are also remembering her Christ-like example on American Idol when host Simon Cowell made several hurtful remarks regarding her weight.

A former Wiccan and drug addict is helping set the captives free in a second nationwide baptism event happening in May. 

Senior leader of The Core group in Florida, Jenny Weaver has planned a second baptism event after 200 hundred people got baptized in the ocean near Clearwater, FL.

Christian singer and songwriter Mandisa has died.

According to her Facebook page, the 47-year-old former American Idol contestant passed away in her Nashville home on Thursday, April 18.