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Alberta's transportation minister says the province plans to learn from an Ontario court ruling that found a law seeking to remove some Toronto bike lanes unconstitutional.

Devin Dreeshen says Alberta will be watching the case with interest, especially since Ontario's government plans to appeal the ruling. 

Dreeshen says being the second province to go down the same path is helpful, as it gives Alberta the opportunity to analyze the "good and bad" parts of Ontario's legislation.

A Christian rock band is asking for prayers after a member suffered a stroke.

Kutless shared on social media on Tuesday that guitarist, James Mead had a stroke. "This post is a tough one to send out, but so many of you have supported us for so many years and today we are asking for your help." 

Australia has officially opened its market for fresh and frozen beef from Canada for the first time since BSE in 2003.

The Canadian Cattle Association is pleased noting its one of the last remaining countries to have maintained bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) restrictions, complete their risk assessment and open their market for Canadian beef. 

CCA President Tyler Fulton says Canadian beef farmers and ranchers are proud to produce the highest quality and safest beef in the world. 

Silage is one way to preserve harvested forage for use throughout the rest of the year. The underlying principle of making silage is allowing bacteria to multiply and produce acid – specifically acetic acid.   

A former deputy premier's petition to have Alberta declare that its official policy is to remain in Canada can start rolling out across the province.

Chief electoral officer Gordon McClure says canvassers with the Alberta Forever Canada citizen initiative can begin gathering signatures.

Submitted by Thomas Lukaszuk, a former Progressive Conservative cabinet minister, the petition is for a policy proposal asking people: "Do you agree that Alberta should remain in Canada?"

Canvassers have three months to gather around 294,000 signatures on the petition.

Alberta has announced plans to invest $1.3 million to strengthen the health, biodiversity, and long-term resilience of the province's rangelands. 

Agriculture Minister RJ Sigurdson says healthy rangelands are the foundation of a strong agricultural sector. 

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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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The campground report is sponsored by Happy Trails Campground and Cabins.  

North of Grande Prairie  

Happy Trails Campground and Cabins (https://htcampground.com)  

July 30 –  50 sites 

 
Moonshine Lake Provincial Park (shop.albertaparks.ca)  

July 30–  95 sites 

Dunvegan Provincial Park (shop.albertaparks.ca)  

July 30– 49  sites 

Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for the Peace Country as daytime temperatures are expected to reach near 30°C, with overnight lows between 14°C and 18°C.

The heat wave will start today and continue through the week, ending sometime this weekend when temperatures are expected to return to the mid-20s.

Residents and visitors are urged to take precautions, including staying hydrated, avoiding outdoor activities during peak heat, and never leaving children or pets in vehicles.

The Gospel Music Association (GMA) has announced the nominations for this year's 56th Dove Awards show.

Brandon Lake has the most nominations this year with nine, including Artist of the Year. The others in the same category include CeCe Winans, Forrest Frank, Josiah Queen, Lauren Daigle, and Phil Wickham.

This year's theme for the awards show is Creation Sings. Tauren Wells will be hosting for the third year in a row.