Strathmore

Rocky View County is preparing to rent its popular pasture sprayer this spring.

The equipment has been provided to producers for over 15 years, with annual maintenance to ensure the sprayer is working.

According to the county, the pasture sprayer tackles weeds as soon as the snow melts.

"Weed outbreaks can significantly impact a producer's yield, leading to substantial losses as weeds compete for moisture, nutrients, and sunlight, the essential resources crops need to grow," said Delaney McNaughton, agricultural services officer with the county.

A water main break hit Chestermere early Tuesday morning.

The break happened near the areas of Lakeside Greens Drive and Lakeside Greens Crescent.

According to the city, homeowners may experience a decrease in water pressure as crews work on the break.

"City personnel and contractors are on-site to assess the extent of the break and the necessary repairs," wrote the city.

Strathmore teenagers tried on prom dresses this past weekend to make their dreams come true.

Denise Geremia, founder of The Enchanted Project says the program started with residents bringing their prom dresses to her store Lil Hoots Children's Boutique and asking if she would sell the items for them.

"People just weren't coming into the store to look at one or two prom dresses so we began doing it as an event."

Geremia says people can pay her $20 to sell their dresses for them and they get back 100 per cent of the proceeds.

Several coyotes have been spotted roaming around Chestermere recently.

According to a news release from the city, the animals have been seen walking the perimeter of Chestermere Lake near West Chestermere Drive.

"Coyotes are usually shy around humans but can become habituated to people and lose their natural fear. Coyotes are often attracted to areas with a nearby food source. If you regularly see coyotes on your property, it’s likely a result of a nearby food source," added the city.

Strathmore High School honored four of its outstanding alumni at the Pillars of Strathmore High School ceremony on Monday (Jan. 27). 

Blaire Anderson, a recipient of one of the awards, spoke on the hard work and dedication that brought her to this moment.

"So, I'm a transplant and surgical ecologist, and I went to high school here and then I went all over for my school. So, I actually did 15 years of education after high school to do what I do now," said Anderson. 

As the Agra Risk Wheatland Kings continue the push towards the playoffs, the team has announced a new training ground for players.

Cody Holdaway, general manager of the Kings says the team has partnered with FeelGood Gym & Wellness Centre.

"This partnership marks a significant step forward for our organization as we prepare for an intense playoff campaign and continue our dedication to player development during the offseason."

Holdaway mentioned the new gym being a huge drawing point.

Insects are always a challenge for farmers on the prairies. The unpredictable weather in Manitoba played a significant role in shaping that province’s insect activity in 2024. According to John Gavloski, an entomologist with Manitoba Agriculture, the cold, wet spring had both positive and negative effects on various pest populations. Gavloski shared insights into the challenges farmers faced and what they can expect heading into 2025.

A fire engulfed several homes in Irricana this past weekend.

According to RCMP, police responded to the blaze at the corner of McCulloch Crescent and Madison Drive during the morning of Saturday (Jan. 25).

"The Airdrie RCMP along with EMS and fire services from Irricana, Rocky View County, Crossfield, and Airdrie responded to assist in extinguishing the blaze," said a police news release.

No injuries were reported at the time.

An investigation into the cause of the fire is underway.

After a week of fun and getting people to scan our Jeep QR code the vehicle is officially gone from Strathmore. 

The 104.5 More Country and StrathmoreNow crew were hanging out at the local Laurie Morton Ruppe Memorial Tournament at the Strathmore Family Centre Arena this past weekend. 

Folks from all over Canada and Alberta were there to hit the ice.

Our Jeep Wrangle Winter contest ends in less than two weeks, and you don't want to be the only one who hasn't entered. 

The Agra Risk Wheatland Kings are hosting spring camp registration early this year.

Last year there were around 80 players that hit the ice during last year's event.

"Really looking for any 2004-2009 born players who think they might want to try to play for us," says Cody Holdaway, general manager of the Kings.

Conditioning will begin on Saturday, May 3 from 7 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. to 9:45 p.m.

Scrimmaging will start on Sunday, May 4 from 6 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.