Okotoks

Claresholm Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) is working to address housing insecurity within the community.  

Over the past four years, the FCSS has seen an increase in residents accessing services to find appropriate and affordable housing.  

The FCSS, with assistance from the Rural Development Network (RDN), organized a survey to gain a better understanding of housing insecurity to find solutions.  

Alberta's government is seeking advice to address violence and aggression in schools.

Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides says it's a serious problem as learning disruptions and mental health concerns are becoming more and more common.

Nicolaides says a team of 20 education system officials and teachers will develop potential policy options and solutions over the next six months.

He says some of the recommendations could be implemented as soon as the fall.

A prop from Heartland was left in High River.

Last week, the Town of High River was transformed into a film set for an episode of Heartland.

The scenes were filmed in various areas around town, including George Lane Memorial Park.

After filming wrapped up, the crew packed up and moved on, leaving behind an out-of-place sign.  

Foothills County is advising motorists of an upcoming road closure.  

Starting July 2, 210 Ave W between 240 St W and 256 St W will be closed as construction of a new intersection begins.  

The road is expected to reopen at the beginning of August.  

Environment and Climate Change Canada issued a heat warning for areas of Foothills County, Vulcan County, and Siksika Nation.   

Daytime high temperatures between 29°C and 35°C combined with overnight lows near 14°C are expected to begin today (June 30).  

The affected areas include:  

Foothills Co. near Blackie  

A byelection has been called in the federal riding of Battle River--Crowfoot, where Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is hoping to win a seat in the House of Commons.

Prime Minister Mark Carney has set Aug. 18 as the date for the vote.

Poilievre, who represented the Ottawa-area riding of Carleton for more than 20 years, lost to Liberal MP Bruce Fanjoy in the April 28 election.

Damien Kurek resigned his seat earlier this month to make way for the Conservative leader's return to Parliament.

Several facilities will be closed in High River for Canada Day.  

On Tuesday (July 1), High River’s Town Hall, Family and Community Support Services (FCSS), Greater Foothills Family Centre, Public Works, the Recycling Centre, and the Bob Snodgrass Recreation Complex will be closed.  

The Okotoks Museum is hosting a weekly walk to teach about Okotoks' history.

For the third consecutive summer, the Okotoks Museum is hosting its Wednesday Walkabouts, which offer a unique way to share the history of Okotoks.

Canada Day is quickly approaching, and there is a variety of celebrations happening in the Foothills for families to enjoy.  

Here’s a look at what is happening.  

Okotoks  

The Canada Day festivities begin in the Town of Okotoks at 11 a.m. and run until 4 p.m.  

While people are celebrating Canada Day, there will be some facility closures in Okotoks on July 1.

Canada Day is happening on a Tuesday this year, and many places in town will be closed to the public.

The Municipal Centre and Operations Centre, Fire Station No. 1 on Milligan Drive, the RCMP/Municipal Enforcement office, Okotoks Eco Centre, the Art Gallery and Museum & Archives, the Okotoks Public Library, Viking Rental Centre, and the Okotoks Family Resource Centre will all be closed on Tuesday, July 1.