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One quarter of Okotoks and High River homes involved in a study of radon gas levels in the Calgary area found average levels near those considered acceptable by Health Canada.

Okotoks is well positioned to take advantage of new economic opportunities as Alberta’s economy shows signs of turning around after a punishing recession, said a top provincial economist.

Plans to remove timber from the southern gateway to Kananaskis is raising concern among Foothills residents and recreational users. Balcaen Consolidated Contracting Ltd. is planning to begin logging near the Highwood Junction next year.

An Okotoks landmark is slated to be replaced within the next two years. The Town is working on plans to replace the Laurie Boyd Bridge across the Sheep River between the Okotoks Public Library and Sheep River Park.

Three new flood mitigation projects in the Foothills have gained provincial funding. The MD of Foothills flood modelling program, created in 2016, will receive $123,136 from the Province to continue into its next phase.

A familiar landmark will soon disappear from the landscape north of Okotoks. Hebson Arena, which was constructed more than 50 years ago, is scheduled for demolition this spring after being deemed structurally unsafe.

Okotoks citizens will march together this weekend in recognition of sacrifices made 100 years ago.

A new series of monthly workshops aims to educate and connect business owners in Okotoks.

Eating right isn’t all about kale and blueberries. The superfood trend can be seen everywhere from magazines to online advertising campaigns, but local nutrition specialists caution people not to believe everything they hear.

Habitat for Humanity’s Foothills chapter is all set to start work on its second project building a home for low-income families in the region, but it has one problem – the organization needs land.