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The Federal government has announced over $6.8 million over five years for the Organic Science Cluster is geared to research and advancing sustainable practices. 

Allison Squires is president of the Canadian Organic Growers says the organic sector is unique in that it encompasses everything from aquaculture to cranberries to horticulture and field crops.

She says this pot of money will go towards projects in all these different areas, out of the 14 projects two are based in the prairies.

Isaiah 43:11-12

I, even I, am the Lord,
    and apart from me there is no savior.
   I have revealed and saved and proclaimed—
    I, and not some foreign god among you.
You are my witnesses,” declares the Lord, “that I am God.

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Micah 6:6-8

Micah isn't exactly a household word. Too bad. Though obscure, the ancient prophet had his stuff together. Eclipsed by the much more famous Isaiah, who ministered among the elite, Micah took God's message to the streets.

The City of Grande Prairie begins FireSmart Vegetation Management work on October 15, 2024.

In February 2024, the City was awarded a $200,000 grant from the Forest Resource Improvement Association of Alberta (FRIAA) to action a Vegetation Management Program by December 31, 2024. The goal of this initiative is to mitigate wildfire risks by removing dead or fire-prone trees and thinning dense vegetation.

Two treatment areas, identified in the 2019 South Bear Creek Wildfire Mitigation Strategy, are as follows:

Eligible Albertans are now able to book their immunization appointments through the Alberta Vaccine Booking System, calling Health Link at 811 for pharmacy or AHS clinic appointments, or by directly contacting a nearby pharmacy. Albertans are encouraged to speak with their primary care provider for guidance on immunizations and what options are best for individuals and families.

On Oct. 3, 2024 at around 3:00 p.m., Whitecourt RCMP Traffic Services entered into an investigation of a flight from police after an attempted traffic stop for speeding on Highway 43.  The vehicle had been captured on radar in excess of speeds of 200 km/hr. Whitecourt RCMP soon located the vehicle and the driver at a local gas station. The lone male occupant, was arrested and a subsequent investigation conducted on scene.

On October 9, the City of Grande Prairie is taking part in a coordinated effort to measure homelessness across Alberta and Canada as part of the annual Everyone Counts: Point in Time (PiT) Count of homelessness.

The count tracks homelessness in many forms including people staying in emergency shelters, short-term housing and more to improve understanding of the needs and circumstances of the people who are affected by homelessness in the community.

With a loud culture that promotes individualism and materialism, one Christian author is sharing wisdom on parenting a grateful generation. 

Benjamin William Hastings has officially released his sophomore album, giving listeners an insightful look into his faith journey.

The 12-track album, Sold out, sincerely, features several guest artists including Brandon Lake, Aodhán King, and Matt Crocker.

The founder and former lead pastor of Saddleback Church put a call out for prayer over the weekend after a brushfire wiped out a portion of their campus. 

" Please pray: 2 acres of Saddleback Church have already been consumed by wildfire," said Warren in a post on X. "It's our main campus (out of 20) in Lake Forest."

No buildings were damaged. However, this is the second time in weeks that the busy church has had to deal with fire.