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The announcement that Western Feedlots Ltd.

DIDSBURY - Although no cost was mentioned, council received a presentation from Jeff Schurek of ISL Engineering regarding a very ambitious project for the grounds around the Didsbury Memorial Complex at the regular meeting on Sept. 27.

WATER VALLEY - The 36th annual Terry Fox Run at Water Valley on Sept. 18 exceeded our expectations with 132 participants and volunteers to walk, run and bike the 10-kilometre route.

DIDSBURY - A representative of Mountain View Seniors' Housing (MVSH) was at Didsbury town council on Sept. 27 to speak about future expansion plans that include providing a facility for full-time care for 30 seniors in town.

No one can blame the provincial NDP government for the downturn in the price of beef that is the initial cause of Western Feedlots closing after close to 60 years in business.

CARSTAIRS - The 32nd annual Pumpkin Festival in Carstairs was a hit with visitors and participants alike, say organizers. Held on Oct. 1, the festival attracted more than 200 people, including many youngsters.

DIDSBURY - A group of Calgary residents have been travelling through Central Alberta sharing the message that organ harvesting is going on in China and needs to be stopped. “We're part of a car tour.

More than 100 Grade 4 students in two groups attended a farm safety, agricultural and environmental awareness field trip to Aspen Ranch Outdoor Education Centre on Sept. 20 and 21.

Red Deer County council has given final reading to two bylaws related to wild boars in the municipality. The moves came during the recent regularly scheduled council meeting.

Red Deer County council has passed two amending bylaws related to the removal of snow and ice from sidewalks adjacent to properties. The moves came during the recent regularly scheduled council meeting.