Category: Grassroots

HIGH RIVER, AB – The Town of High River will be testing the flood gate this Sunday, April 7 from 2 to 10 p.m. as part of its regular annual maintenance. Due to this, the Centre Street Bridge will be closed to both vehicular and pedestrian traffic during this time. “Every Spring, from now on,…

Lynda, our librarian, has purchased snap-circuits for our maker space area. She would like to incorporate some science/technology based activities to attract the older children in the village.   Lynda would also like to do a Summer Reading Program this year. The theme will be “Natural World”. If you and your children would be interested in…

Rowan House’s Children’s Program has been keeping busy the past few months, with 26 children served since January 1st. The team was also excited to take part in the Foothills Children’s Wellness Network’s 3rd Annual Early Learning and Care Conference held March 2nd. It’s always great to spend time with our partners and learn what other…

Storm water and sewer smoke tests to take place again near Emerson Lake April 4-5 HIGH RIVER, AB: Calgary Sewer Scope will once again be performing non-toxic smoke testing in the storm water and sanitary sewers near Emerson Lake starting at 9 a.m. on Thursday, April 4. The first set of tests performed in February were…

HIGH RIVER, AB– For the first time in over eight years, The Town of High River is getting ready to conduct a municipal census. The 2019 census will begin on April 1 and runs until May 17. “We have been growing steadily since the flood and would like to get accurate and up-to-date information on…

Business owners John Hromyk and Brett Schonekess, of Banded Peak Ventures Inc., have signed an agreement with the Town to purchase the Landmark Site in downtown Okotoks for a craft distillery restaurant and lounge. “Okotoks is a vibrant community that has great potential for this type of business,” said Hromyk. “Brett and I really respect…

HIGH RIVER, AB: April 7 to 13 is National Volunteer Week and the Town of High River would like to celebrate and thank volunteers throughout the community. High River has many amazing volunteers, and this is a chance for residents to recognize the important contributions volunteers make in their lives. National Volunteer Week will be…

Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) of the towns of Black Diamond and Turner Valley invite all volunteers to enjoy a free buffet dinner at the Turner Valley Golf Club on Thursday, April 11. Doors open at 5:00 pm with the buffet starting shortly after introductory words of welcome from Mayors and Council. We wish…

We’re excited to announce that the pool is ready to open! It’s been filled, heated and chemically balanced. Over the weekend, our aquatics staff will complete their training and prepare the pool for opening on Tuesday, April 2 at 6 a.m. Be sure to watch for more details coming out on Monday about a free…

Hike for Hospice Foothills: Sunday, May 5, 2019 Rain or Shine – Join us for our 3rd Annual Hike for Hospice Foothills. Walkers of all ages are invited to lace up their shoes and take to the trails in support of Foothills Country Hospice Society. Participants will enjoy an easy and scenic 4.5 km route along the fully paved…

The Reveal Event will open the stage for High River and Foothills talent HIGH RIVER, ALTA. – The High River Performing Arts Foundation – established in 2018 as a local charity – will be launching a reveal event on April 5, 2019 at Highwood Golf to host the first preview of architectural drawings for a new collaborative…