Lacombe

Trail users will notice a fresh new look along the Blackfalds-Lacombe Connector section of the Trans Canada Trail, thanks to recently installed interpretive panels by Lacombe County.

The updated signs feature educational and engaging content about the surrounding area, highlighting native plants and wildlife, local ecosystems, and insights from the nearby Lacombe Research and Development Centre.

Visitors are encouraged to take a moment during their walk or ride to learn more about the natural features and scientific work that shape the region.

Wolf Creek Public Schools has appointed Brian Grocholski as the new assistant principal of Alix-MAC School, starting in the 2025–26 school year.

Grocholski is an experienced educator with more than 21 years of service in K–12 settings and has taught at Alix-MAC School since 2014. He has led initiatives in literacy, student leadership, and experiential learning.

The Town of Olds has officially opened its new administration office, now called the Olds Municipal Centre, at 3501 70 Avenue — just north of the Rotary Athletic Park. 

The facility, formerly known as the Operations Centre, is now open to the public for all in-person services, including tax payments, permits and utilities. 

Stettler Hospital and Care Centre has welcomed two newly recruited physicians to provide care to residents of Stettler and area.

Dr. Gabriel Ude, a family medicine physician with obstetrical surgical skills, has joined the team at Stettler Medical Clinic and Stettler Hospital and Care Centre, where he will focus on obstetrics, including prenatal care, deliveries and caesarian sections.

Next Chapter Animal Rescue accepts more than just dog and cat items as donations they can take almost anything, thanks to their on-site thrift store.

The thrift store, located in a small shack in the parking lot of Next Chapter Animal Rescue, was lovingly renovated into a welcoming space that’s packed to the rafters and is nearly a year old.

It began with a soft opening in October 2024, followed by a grand opening in November and it’s now filled with fun finds, clothing, household items, and plenty of dog and cat accessories.

The Tayles Spray Park in Blackfalds has reopened after being temporarily closed due to a mechanical issue that left it without water.

The town thanked residents for their patience and acknowledged the efforts of the parks crew for completing the repairs.

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Red Deer City Council has decided not to proceed with zoning bylaw changes that would allow “Four Units As-of-Right” (4UAOR) on all residential lots, following significant public input and careful consideration of community concerns.

The Town of Sylvan Lake is asking for your input on how to manage solid waste for the community.

The Solid Waste Master Plan will guide the Town's solid waste (garbage and recycling) management for short, medium, and long-term goals. The plan helps to guide Council on decision making, such as:

• How often garbage and recycling is picked up
• How to plan for future population growth
• How we will manage the logistics of waste management in the most cost-effective way possible

Have your say

The City of Red Deer is advising motorists of upcoming road closures that may impact commute times and access along Riverside Drive, from 67 Street to 77 Street. 

Milling work will begin on Wednesday, July 23, during which time a partial road closure will be required. While access between 67 and 77 Street will be maintained, motorists should expect delays. 

The founding CEO of the five-year-old organization will stay on until January 2026

Seeds Canada is looking for a new chief executive officer after Barry Senft announced he is stepping down from the role he’s held for about four years.

Senft will continue to serve as CEO until the end of January 2026.

“I think after five years, it’s time for new leadership,” he said during the 2025 Seeds Canada conference in Quebec City.

He said someone with more seeds experience would make sense now that the organization is up and running.