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Around 200 women took part in a recent prison revival in Las Vegas.

Best-selling author and speaker, Jennie Allen and the God Behind Bars team, visited the maximum-security women's prison over the weekend. 

"There were 200 women in the room, and all but a few accepted Christ," said Allen. "Not just accepted Christ. They ran to Jesus."

After her party won a majority government in the New Brunswick election on Monday, Liberal Leader Susan Holt thanked all the women who came before her.

Flanked by her three young daughters on stage in Fredericton, Holt, the first female premier-designate in New Brunswick history, delivered a bilingual victory speech that paid tribute to female trailblazers in provincial politics.

The 47-year-old former business advocate and public servant led the Liberals to victory after a 33-day campaign, thwarting Blaine Higgs’s bid to secure a third term as Tory premier.

Liberal MP Sean Casey is the first to publicly confirm that he has signed a letter calling on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to resign, arguing it would be in the best interests of the country to let someone else take the reins. 

As an internal revolt brews, few Liberal MPs who are not in the cabinet are publicly defending the prime minister. The upcoming caucus meeting on Wednesday appears to present the most serious challenge to Trudeau's leadership to date.

Farmers in Manitoba are being called upon to aid critical research aimed at improving wheat production amid changing climate conditions. 

The University of Manitoba's "Mani Wheat Project," led by Dr. Cristina Rosell’s food science group, is gathering wheat samples from farmers to study the effects of pre-harvest sprouting, a significant issue caused by excessive rain and humidity before harvest.

Proverbs 15:23

A person finds joy in giving an apt reply—and how good is a timely word!

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Galatians 2:4-5

Few things turn our crank faster than being around big-minded, enthusiastic, broad-shouldered visionaries. They are positive, on the move, excited about exploring new vistas, inspired, and inspiring. While others are preoccupied with tiny tasks and nitpicking squabbles, these people see opportunity in every difficulty and helpful lessons in every setback.

The City of Grande Prairie is proud to celebrate Small Business Week, recognizing the significant contributions of local entrepreneurs to our community's economic vitality.

To mark the occasion, the Mayor, Council members, and the Invest Grande Prairie team are visiting small businesses across the city, hearing from local business owners and sharing valuable information about different programs offered to help and empower small businesses in our city.

Breakfast with the Guys returns for its 14th year with a powerful message and an inspiring speaker.

On November 5th, 2024, join them at the Four Points Hotel from 6:45 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. for a complimentary community breakfast focused on raising awareness and driving action to end domestic violence.

County of Grande Prairie Council acclaimed Division 5 Councillor Bob Marshall as Reeve and Division 1 Councillor Amanda Frayn as Deputy Reeve at today’s organizational meeting. 

“I am honoured by the trust and support from my fellow Councillors to continue my role as Reeve,” said Bob Marshall. 

City of Grande Prairie snow clearing crews have been working through the night from Sunday, October 20, into Monday, October 21, responding to an early season snowfall.

The response includes sanders, plows, loaders and graders focusing on arterial roads. With slippery conditions, the City reminds drivers to allow extra time and take additional precautions when commuting. Please give snow removal equipment at least three car lengths of space to operate safely.