Lacombe

Born and raised in Zimbabwe, Darrin Clark had nearly unlimited access to the outdoors from a young age, spending most of his time immersed in nature.

With parents who served as both artistic and adventurous inspirations, Clark grew up with a love for wild animals, survival, and the freedom of the bush—experiences that continue to guide his life today.

That adventurous spirit runs deep in his family.

Red Deer Rebels Owner, President and General Manager Brent Sutter today announced the hiring of Clayton Jardine as Assistant Coach.

An Ontario judge is delivering her ruling in the sexual assault trial for five former members of Canada's world junior hockey team.

Content warning: This live blog includes graphic descriptions of sexual acts and explicit testimony from a court proceeding that some readers may find disturbing or triggering. Reader discretion is advised.

Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis’s (AGLC) Tobacco Enforcement Unit (TEU), with support from the Red Deer RCMP, seized illegal cigarettes worth approximately $602,000 from a home in Red Deer. After a month-long investigation, officers confiscated more than 3,400 cartons, representing over $207,000 in avoided provincial taxes. Authorities charged Ali Abdulhseen Al-Hameedawi of Red Deer with possessing and selling unstamped tobacco and committing fraud over $5,000. 

City contractors have hit an unmarked gas line during ongoing work at the 5-way intersection near the Gary Moe Auto Group Sportsplex.

The Lacombe Fire Department is monitoring air quality on site, and ATCO Gas is also working to isolate the line. No issues or concerns have been reported, and there is no current risk to public safety. Local residents have been advised of the situation, and residents in the area are advised to close their windows.

Just before noon on Thursday, July 24th, Environment Canada issued a severe thunderstorm watch for all of Central Alberta.

Thunderstorms are expected develop this afternoon and evening over western and central Alberta. These thunderstorms may become severe, producing large hail, strong wind gusts and local downpours.

Any severe thunderstorms that do develop will move to the east or southeast through the evening and overnight hours.

Remember that severe thunderstorms can also produce tornadoes.

Families will be flooding into Lacombe this weekend as the 13U AA baseball provincials take over Michener Park.

Four teams from across Central Alberta will compete for the provincial title, with the Lacombe Dodgers 13U AA White squad looking to win it all on home turf.

Lacombe is no stranger to hosting baseball events, with a strong track record of welcoming provincial competition.

“We have some of the best baseball diamonds in Central Alberta,” said Shannon Bruns, president of Lacombe Minor Baseball and head coach of the AA team.

Downtown Red Deer will once again transform into a vibrant hub of entertainment and creativity as the Centrefest Street Performer Festival returns for another year.

Running this weekend (July 26-27) from noon to 6 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday, the family-friendly event takes place rain or shine on Ross Street and Little Gaetz Avenue.

From acrobats and magicians to sword swallowers and living statues, Centrefest brings a world of talent to the heart of the city and it's all free to attend.

The Town of Penhold is asking residents to please not move the stakes.

Wooden stakes with orange flags have been placed in various locations throughout the town, including around the storm pond by the gazebo in Penhold Commons, near the ball diamonds, at Critter's Corner, along Waskasoo Avenue, and at the future site of the dog park.

These stakes are there with purpose to mark where trees and shrubs will be planted in the coming weeks.