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Alberta's government is creating fines and rules meant to curb predatory tow truck drivers.

Transportation Minister Devin Dreeshen says concerns have been raised about tow truck drivers showing up at car accidents and pressuring those involved to unnecessarily accept their services.

Dreeshen says in some cases tow truck drivers charge excessive fees and don't provide necessary information to those whose vehicles are towed.

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They enjoyed hot coffee and treats from McDonald's! 

Enter your business and you and your co-workers could win coffee and a variety of muffins, lil donuts, cookies, egg McMuffins and breakfast burritos from McDonald's!

We'll draw a winner every week and will personally deliver McDonald's coffee and treats to the winning business.

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Please be advised that beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 6, Range Road 63 will be closed between Highway 43 and Township Road 724 until 6:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 7, due to the need to work overnight when traffic is reduced. The section will then reopen with single lane alternating traffic. 

During the closures, access will be granted to residents and business employees located along the affected route. The route will be closed to all other traffic.

A man who attempted to kill a pastor during a live-streamed church service in Pennsylvania is facing a hefty sentence.

The 27-year-old man, who has also been charged with third-degree murder for shooting and killing his cousin, could face up to 60 years in prison.

In May 2024, Pastor Glenn Germany was speaking at Jesus' Dwelling Place Church in North Braddock when the 27-year-old suspect approached the stage, pulled out a gun, and attempted to take the life of the pastor. 

Christian singer Seph Schlueter recently revealed his story of heartbreak after he and his wife lost their baby. 

"One year ago today was the worst day of my life," says Schlueter on a video on social media. "My wife and I went in for our 20-week ultrasound and found out our little girl didn't have a heartbeat anymore."

Schlueter posted the video on Aug. 5 and talks about how hard it was for him. 

The federal government is setting up a safety net of loans, product-development grants and market diversification plans for Canada’s softwood lumber industry in an effort to shield it from the worst of American duties and fees.

Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the plan Tuesday, promising $700 million in loan guarantees to address what he called "immediate pressures" and $500 million for long-term supports to help companies diversify export markets and develop their products. 

Carney also promised that future projects will "prioritize" Canadian lumber. 

Psalm 103:1

Do you have eyesight? It's a gift.

Do you have a good mind? It's a gift.

Do you have leadership abilities that cause others to follow? A good education? These are all gifts.

Has God given you a family? Has He given you sufficient clothes? . . . These are all gifts from God's hand.

Reflect on His numerous gifts to you. It will increase your joy . . . .

Psalm 119:160

All your words are true; all your righteous laws are eternal.

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The City of Grande Prairie is inviting prospective candidates to attend the final information event in its two-part series designed to support those considering a run for municipal office in the 2025 Municipal Election. This session is designed to provide information about the municipal budget and the responsibilities of elected officials in the budget approval process.

Session Two: Introduction to Municipal Budgeting

The City of Grande Prairie is conducting FireSmart vegetation management on City-owned public land to reduce wildfire risk and improve community resilience. FiresSmart vegetation management helps to create defensible spaces, slow wildfire spread and support safer conditions for firefighters protecting homes and properties.