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The Wild Rose Classic, a local event featuring a pioneer style of sport with roots to royalty, will never be accused of competing against the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge for wide-eyed delirious fans.

A 45-year-old man who damaged another man's computer during a scuffle at a Torrington apartment in August has been ordered to pay restitution.The accused pleaded guilty in Didsbury provincial court on Wednesday to a charge of mischief.

West Central Alberta athletes of all ages ñ whether they are participating in hockey, soccer, baseball or some other sport ñ should certainly take new Canadian Medical Association (CMA) concussion warnings to heart, says longtime Sundre Minor Hockey

Residents concerned with the effect cloud seeding has on crops, livestock and the environment say it's time the government takes responsibility.But no one at the provincial or federal level seems to know much about it.

Organizers say the annual Markerville Pioneer Days was a success despite Mother Nature having a huge say with wet interludes.More than 500 people attended the two-day event on June 25 and 26, and at first the weather co-operated.

The reopening of Rge. Rd. 52 last week was a welcome boost to the community, but businesses are still being hurt by the continued closure of the Water Valley Campground, says a spokesman for the small commercial hub.

Mountain View County's economic development and tourism advisory committee has drawn up an ambitious six-year plan that would see the county become a major supplier of bioenergy feedstocks and the location for a biorefinery industry cluster.

An agricultural plastics roundup is being held Saturday, July 9 at the Sundre Waste Transfer Station between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

With a new vision, a new mandate, and a new plan to engage the regional community, Red Deer Regional Airport's CEO says the airport's future is looking bright.

More people than ever kicked up their heels at this year's edition of an area Celtic music bash.The 13th annual Water Valley Traditional Celtic Folk Music Festival attracted a record attendance on June 25.