Video: Security footage captures moment a car plows through front of Okotoks business
Okotoks business owner Bryce Schutte recalls the moment a car plowed through the front of his store as just a blur and a loud bang.
It happened just before 1:30 p.m. on April 29 at Phonephix in Village Lane.
Seconds after a customer had left the store, the car collided with the wall, which collapsed into the store.
Security footage shows Schutte's wife sitting at a desk very close to where the car struck, and can be seen in the footage wheeling her office chair away from the wall, unaware of the car's approach.
Bi-weekly waste collection begins today
The Town of Okotoks' new waste collection schedule starts today (May 1).
As part of the change, garbage pickup will be collected bi-weekly.
Recycling and organics will be collected weekly, but will now be picked up on a different day of the week than garbage.
Longest Ballot group declares victory in Poilievre's former riding amid criticism
A group trying to make a case for electoral reform by creating very long ballots is declaring victory in this week's election — even as critics accuse it of indulging in stunts that undermine democracy.
"It's been a success," said Mark Moutter, one of dozens of protest candidates who ran in the Ottawa riding of Carleton.
"I've never seen people looking more optimistically at electoral reform, ever."
Manitoba Agriculture issues first crop report of the season
Manitoba Agriculture has released its first crop report of the season, providing valuable insights into the current state of seeding and livestock activities across the province.
Oilseed Specialist Sonya Wilson says seeding is just getting underway, with provincial seeding progress at approximately three per cent. This is ahead of the five-year average of one per cent. Farmers are currently planting spring wheat, peas, and a small amount of oats, particularly in areas west of Brandon and near Rapid City, with some activity in other regions as well.
Strathcona Tweedsmuir students shine at North American STEM Racing championship
Students from Strathcona Tweedsmuir School (STS) recently in Charlotte, North Carolina, to compete in a national miniature F1 car racing tournament.
STS had three teams competing in the Stem Racing National Championship: Sol de Miami Racing, Cyclone, and Peak Performance.
The tournament is designed to introduce young students to STEM subjects and encourage them to apply that knowledge in an engaging, hands-on way.
Football Association breaking barriers to get youth involved in sport
The Greater Okotoks Football Association is raising awareness of programming in the area with a try-it event this weekend.
On Saturday (May 3), youth between seven and 14 can try on equipment, throw and catch footballs, play games, and learn to tackle during the Football 101 drop-in event.
Parents will get to ask questions about the program and safety precautions.
Portion of Big Rock Trail to be closed for nearly a month
A section of Big Rock Trail in Okotoks is scheduled to close for most of May.
The closure will be between Westland Road and Westland Street, adjacent to the Okotoks Cemetery, from May 3 to 30.
Tristar Communities, the developer of the Tillotson subdivision, will carry out work in the area during that time.
That includes deep utility connections and road widening.
A pathway will also be installed on the south side of the road, and the pathway on the north side will be closed while the work is underway.
Okotoks Oilers go all in on poker fundraiser
While the Okotoks Oilers season wrapped up a few weeks ago, they're already focused on next season.
With that in mind, you can get your 2025/26 season tickets on sale now for early bird pricing.
From now until May 28, you can get adult season tickets for $289, seniors are $219, students (13-22) are $149, and youth (6-12) are only $99.
Prizes jump up to $349 for adults, $279 for seniors, $189 for students, and $139 for youth.
The Centre Street bridge will be closed this Sunday
This Sunday, May 4, the floodgate over the Centre Street bridge is up for its annual test.
Therefore, the bridge will be shut down to traffic and pedestrians from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The flood gate will then be tested as crews also clean the bridge.
Plan for a detour during the four hours it will take the crew to clean and test the bridge.
If your child is doing something good this summer, they just might get a ticket for it
After a one-year hiatus, the 'positive ticketing campaign is returning to High River.
The campaign rewards children for doing positive things and even offers up a little treat from a local business.
Team Lead with protective services, Austin Kesler, shares what some of those good deeds might look like.