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Geocaching event attracts people from around the world to Olds

Southern Alberta Geocaching Association celebrated the 25th anniversary of the activity with the Wild Rose Homecoming Geocaching event Aug. 11 - 17

Aug 19, 2025 12:00 PM Read more >

Canada Summer Games was a great way to age out, Didsbury swimmer says

Olds Rapids head coach Wesley Wilks' next goal is to make the Special Olympic nationals in Medicine Hat next summer

Aug 19, 2025 9:00 AM Read more >

Open Farm Days gave visitors behind-the-scenes look in Mountain View County

Albertans given an opportunity Aug. 16, 17 to experience farms and understand where their food comes from

Aug 19, 2025 6:00 AM Read more >

AUGUST 19 ROAD REPORT: Commute road conditions, Highway 2 traffic cameras

Get a look at your commute - click for up-to-date conditions map and road cameras

Aug 19, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

Didsbury rodeo highlights fine competition

Foothills Cowboy Association members from around central Alberta competed for points Aug. 15, 16

Aug 18, 2025 5:00 PM Read more >

Royal Canadian Legion Branch #104 in Innisfail names new manager

The town’s cherished institution of more than a century brings in a community minor sports executive to chart a path for its future

Aug 18, 2025 3:00 PM Read more >

Fewer break and enters drives decrease in Olds' crime severity index

Olds RCMP detachment's rural area also continues downward trend

Aug 18, 2025 12:00 PM Read more >

COMMENTARY: Ag plastic recycling efforts worthwhile

Grain bags, bale wrap, baler twine, and silage plastics can cause unwanted environmental impacts and create waste management concerns for producers, businesses and other stakeholders

Aug 18, 2025 9:00 AM Read more >

Water level in Olds pond being lowered due to heavy rainfall

Starting Monday, Aug. 18, the work will be undertaken daily from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m “until water levels are restored to a safe and manageable level"

Aug 18, 2025 6:00 AM Read more >

AUGUST 18 ROAD REPORT: Commute road conditions, Highway 2 traffic cameras

Get a look at your commute - click for up-to-date conditions map and road cameras

Aug 18, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >