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Cates explores soil structure and cover crops at GCP conference

Posted on February 8, 2024

By Heather Cameron Westwind Weekly News Anna Cates, a soil health specialist from the University of Minnesota, spoke about soil structure and cover crops during… Read More »

FCSS launching Newcomers Support Group

Posted on February 8, 2024

By Heather Cameron Westwind Weekly News Starting on February 8, FCSS in partnership with Alberta Health Services, HealthierTogether.ca, and the Town of Taber, is offering… Read More »

‘Perfect storm’ caused stress on grid Jan. 13-14 weekend, says Neudorf

Posted on February 8, 2024

By Al Beeber Southern Alberta Newspapers Nathan Neudorf says almost a perfect storm created the situation Jan. 13-14 when Albertans were asked to reduce electricity… Read More »

Rural Renewal Employer and Community Learning Luncheons upcoming

Posted on February 8, 2024

By Heather Cameron Westwind Weekly News Taber Economic Development has several Rural Renewal Community and Employer Learning Luncheons scheduled for 2024 in the region. “The… Read More »

MP Motz encouraging Valentines for Vets

Posted on February 8, 2024

Westwind Weekly News Veterans are a vital part of the history of Canada. As Valentine’s Day approaches, we encourage you to share your support and… Read More »

Gibb honoured as Kodiaks Student Athlete of the Week

Posted on February 8, 2024

By Heather Cameron Westwind Weekly News For the week of January 30, Lethbridge College student Gunnarr Gibb was one of two athletes that were named… Read More »

Trucker handed a jail sentence for driving at RCMP officer during Coutts blockade

Posted on February 8, 2024

By Delon Shurtz Southern Alberta Newspapers A southern Alberta man found guilty last year of dangerous driving and assault with a weapon against an RCMP… Read More »

Water supply concerns follow bleak outlook report

Posted on February 8, 2024

By Collin Gallant Southern Alberta Newspapers The first glimpse at potential water supply next spring is not promising, but forecasters note could improve with normal… Read More »

Mongolian agronomist highlights Smart Agricultural Initiative

Posted on February 1, 2024

By Heather Cameron Westwind Weekly News During Farming Smarter’s Virtual Global Crop Production Conference last month, Badruun Chadraabal, an agronomist from Mongolia, spoke about the… Read More »

2035 zero-emissions vehicle mandate sparking concerns

Posted on February 1, 2024

By Al Beeber Southern Alberta Newspapers A federal mandate calling for all vehicles sold in Canada by 2035 to be zero-emission has sparked concerns in… Read More »

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