Wheel's West

Unique weather this year has led to a number of Bragg Creek area houses to experience water leaks and extensive roof damage. “This year we’ve had a lot of calls.

A distillery may soon be serving up spirits in Bragg Creek as part of the revitalization of the community. “I think I’ve got some good recipes and I’ll try and get those going,” said Brett Schönekess, president of Bragg Creek Distillery.

A Longview businessman says a racial comment posted on his business sign last week is the last straw and he’s considering selling his businesses.

Gabriele Barrie’s red van is becoming a welcomed sight in a remote First Nations community nestled in Kananaskis west of Longview.

A Black Diamond woman is backing away from an initiative that gives residents in distress a safe refuge due to a lack of volunteers.

Amalgamation might be the most economical solution for future growth in Black Diamond and Turner Valley, according to a new growth strategy considered for both communities.

Amalgamation might be the most economical solution for future growth in Black Diamond and Turner Valley, according to a new growth strategy considered for both communities.

Some Black Diamond and Turner Valley neighbourhoods could be hooked up to fibre optic Internet as early as this spring. Work is expected to begin equipping both towns with Telus’ advanced broadband system once the ground thaws.

Turner Valley residents could see lower property tax bills this year. Town council unanimously accepted administration’s proposed $5.68 million operating budget at its March 14 budget meeting.

Three major snow events in just as many months has put the Town of Turner Valley over budget for snow removal for 2018, and Black Diamond is not far behind.