Reach

Zephaniah 3:17

I am more convinced than ever that there is no way you and I can move toward a deeper, intimate relationship with our God without protracted times of stillness, which includes one of the rarest at all experiences: absolute silence.

Am I sounding more like a mystical dreamer? If so, so was the psalmist who wrote those familiar words we often quote but seldom obey, "Be still, and know that I am God" (Psalm 46:10)...

Grande Prairie RCMP is advising that there is a heavy police presence in the area of 11333 106 Street in Grande Prairie. There is no risk to the public.

Please refrain from posting the actions as police continue their one scene investigation.

An update will be sent when the scene is clear.

Information provided by the Grande Prairie RCMP

Range Road 61 will be open to all traffic, both local traffic and through traffic from Saturday, June 28 until Monday, June 30 inclusive. 

On Tuesday, July 1, the road closure will take effect again for the day. Range Road 61 will be open to local traffic only, and the Canfor Haul Road will be reduced to one lane.

On Wednesday, July 2, the road will be reopened to all traffic.

Speed will be reduced in the construction zone. Obey all signs and flag persons, exercise extreme caution, and allow extra travel time.

The Grande Prairie Police Service (GPPS) has marked another milestone in its growth with the graduation of its fourth Experienced Officer Program. A ceremony was held the morning of June 27, 2025, in the Rotary Community Room of the Grande Prairie Public Library, attended by dignitaries, colleagues, and family members. 

On June 19, 2025, Grande Prairie RCMP Rural General Investigation Section (GIS) observed a stolen vehicle in the Clairmont, Alta., area. The vehicle then made its way to Grande Prairie where a traffic stop was conducted by the Grande Prairie RCMP Crime Reduction Unit (CRU) and all occupants were arrested. A search of the vehicle incidental to arrest revealed a loaded sawed-off shotgun with the safety off near a set of zipties.

Congratulations to Jennifer Bergen from Clairmont Community Church, our latest Date Night on Daniel Winner!

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

Paul nominated her, "My wife Jennifer is so great with all she does at the Clairmont community church she does all the administration work she preps checks volunteers with children's church checks the mail she's on the pastor search community. She's awesome."

On June 7, 2025, Grande Prairie RCMP members conducted a traffic stop on a Jeep Cherokee whose registered owner was wanted on outstanding warrants for failure to comply with court orders. The driver was identified and confirmed to be on warrants, for which he was arrested. A search of the vehicle incidental to arrest resulted in the seizure of:

Trail users in Grande Prairie were alerted yesterday morning after a black bear was spotted on the Waxwing Trail outer loop, south of Grande Banks. 

Alberta Fish and Wildlife has been notified and are monitoring the situation alongside park officials,

Visitors are urged to stay on the trail, keep their distance, and report any further sightings immediately.

Trail safety remains the top priority as wildlife activity increases in the area.

The City of Grande Prairie is now accepting applications for election workers to support the upcoming 2025 Municipal Election.

Election workers play a critical role in ensuring the integrity and efficiency of the voting process. Multiple paid positions are available for both Advanced Voting and Election Day, offering an opportunity to contribute to the democratic process while earning income in a temporary role.

Voting Dates and Polling Station Times:

·       Advanced Voting: October 9–11 and October 16–18, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily

Grande Prairie drivers can expect minor delays Monday, June 30, as the City carries out guardrail repairs and traffic signal maintenance at key locations.

Crews will be working on the 99 Avenue eastbound bridge and the 132 Avenue bridge east of 116 Street to maintain the safety of the approach rail systems. Expect minor lane closures on 99 Avenue and reduced speeds (50 km/h) on 132 Avenue during the work.

Traffic signal maintenance is also scheduled at the 116 Avenue and 102 Street intersection, with possible lane closures.