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Cars rolling in for show

Cars rolling in for show

Engines will rev this weekend as vintage vehicles line one of Black Diamond’s streets. Hot rods, muscle cars and old classics are among the varieties lining 3rd Street SW in the Black Diamond Car Show July 29 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Council puts brakes on park and ride decision

Council puts brakes on park and ride decision

A divided Turner Valley Town council delayed its decision on whether or not to spend grant money on a park-and-ride facility and eight bus stops until its strategic plan is complete.
Council discussing changes for water use bylaw

Council discussing changes for water use bylaw

Car wash owners are breathing a sigh of relief at proposed changes in Black Diamond and Turner Valley’s water use and conservation bylaw. Among suggested amendments to the bylaw is removing restrictions from commercial car washes.
No need for changes at the Chuckwagon

No need for changes at the Chuckwagon

There hasn’t been much a restaurateur has changed since opening his doors two decades ago.
Flower Festival honours history

Flower Festival honours history

The Millarville Flower Festival began humbly inside the Christ Church in Millarville, where attendees would gather to appreciate the flowers, the history, the company, and - of course - the tea and freshly baked scones.
Couple defies the odds for 74 years

Couple defies the odds for 74 years

When Norman and Helen Weimer exchanged their wedding vows, people said they’d never make it because they were too young. She was 18. He was 20.
Native pollinators wanted in Foothills

Native pollinators wanted in Foothills

A bee expert in Turner Valley says people are rallying for the wrong ones as she works to regenerate native species in the Foothills.
Bar U haying in the pioneering days

Bar U haying in the pioneering days

With the growing season underway, a ranch south of Longview is giving the public a glimpse into haying in the pioneering days.
Town celebrating big on Canada Day

Town celebrating big on Canada Day

Celebrating Canada Day is no quiet occasion for one of the smaller towns in the Foothills.
Council delaying financial committee

Council delaying financial committee

Confident with its current financial position, Turner Valley town council is putting off plans to establish a committee focused on Town spending.
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