Hiker found dead in central Alberta after a 3-day search

A hiker was found dead following a three-day search in central Alberta. RCMP reported that on Sunday, they were notified that the 55-year-old hiker was overdue from a trek in the Nordegg backcountry. His vehicle was subsequently located at the Coral Creek staging area.\

Search-and-rescue teams, along with volunteers and helicopters, began the search on Monday. Yesterday, the hiker’s body was discovered 12 kilometers from his vehicle. Police have determined that the cause of death was a hiking accident.

Balzac Billy Groundhog Day

Balzac Billy predicts early Spring

Alberta’s human sized groundhog Balzac Billy popped out of his burrow on Sunday and predicted an early Spring. He spun around, unsuccessfully trying to find his shadow and pulled out a bouquet predicting which signifies a shorter Winter. Both last...

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The tariffs on Canada have been paused

Canada’s Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, had a phone call yesterday with U.S. President Donald Trump regarding both the U.S. tariffs and Canada’s counter tariffs. They were able to come to an agreement, and the tariffs will be on hold for...

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Walterdale Bridge with skyline at night in winter

“It’s a dry cold”

While the wind has lightened and changed direction from north to east, it’s still rather chilly and the risk of frostbite is real.  There will be periods of light snow all day that will end late in the evening with...

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