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Spring wind storm leads to lots of clean up work for local arborists

Extreme winds challenged central Albertans to try to keep everything that wasn't already nailed down in their yard from blowing away last week.

Queries fielded, lots of listening done by provincial officials at Town Hall on Alberta’s Digital Future

Alberta's Minister of Technology and Innovation says their government believes data centres make sense for the province, and they want to see Alberta participate in the economy of the future.

Alberta’s Minister of Technology and Innovation slated to attend local MLA’s Town Hall on data centres

The Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills MLA is hosting a Town Hall meeting next week on Data Centres and Alberta's Digital Future.

Synapse Data Center planning to resubmit AUC application, conducting in-person consultations in Olds

Synapse Data Center Inc. is in the process of completing the assembly of all the information and technical documents to re-apply to the Alberta Utilities Commission.

Horner says province ‘breaking’ deficit rule in $9.4B shortfall

Alberta’s finance minister said the projected deficit in Budget 2026 reflects the current economic reality and rising service pressures, also is pushing the UCP government to review its fiscal rules.

Healthcare, schools, infrastructure top Alberta’s $9.4B deficit budget

The Alberta government is projecting a $9.4‑billion deficit for the 2026‑27 fiscal year, higher than originally forecast last year.

New category added for 2026 MVAN Women In Business Awards, nominations open now

The third annual edition of the Mountain View and Neighbours Women in Business Awards is rapidly approaching.

Alberta’s Government House Leader expects all current MLA recall petitions to fail

Joseph Schow commented on the ongoing recall petition saga during his media availability on Thursday, December 11th following the adjournment of the fall session of the Legislature.

Hay, that is awesome: Fantastic Fall Harvest Gala supports Rotary Club of Olds, Hope 4 MVC Kids

The donations have been tallied from this year's Fall Harvest Gala.

Alberta reveals refreshed licence plate ‘deep-rooted in provincial pride’

Alberta's first new licence plate in over four decades is "strong and free".

Check out October’s Indigenous Services events, activities at Olds College

With the start of a new month upon us, it is a great time to circle a couple of dates for upcoming events that are being presented by Indigenous Services at Olds College.

Fire ban now in effect in Mountain View County

If it feels like it has been a while since it rained in Mountain View County, that is probably because there has not been much significant precipitation between mid-August and now.

Report A Poacher tip leads to charges being laid by Alberta Fish and Wildlife officers

Poaching and illegal trafficking charges have been brought forward against a handful of people by Alberta Fish and Wildlife Enforcement Services (FWES).

Wellness Wednesday among weekly events offered by Indigenous Services at Olds College

Soup and Bannock, plus Medicine Wheel and a 12 Step Program are all part of Wellness Wednesdays.

Boil water advisory issued by Town of Crossfield

An Alberta Emergency Alert was issued this morning (September 12th) when the Town of Crossfield updated its boil water advisory.

Strong support for 15th annual Mountain View Seniors’ Housing Foundation golf tourney

Community members hit the links today (September 11th) to support Mountain View Seniors Housing.

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‘Status quo’ maintained as Olds council gives the green light to 2026 Tax Rate Bylaw

Olds council has decided to maintain the 'status quo' when it comes to this year's tax rate bylaw.

Vibrant volunteers nominated for Citizen of the Year honours

Volunteers in the Town of Olds are being celebrated this month with three special awards.

Get organized, practice and be ready for natural disasters and emergency situations

Ahead of Emergency Preparedness Week, Alberta RCMP are encouraging everyone to be ready in the event of a flood or wildfire.

Century 21 Bravo Realty Trading Post Listings – April 28

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Spring wind storm leads to lots of clean up work for local arborists

Extreme winds challenged central Albertans to try to keep everything that wasn't already nailed down in their yard from blowing away last week.