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By Samantha Johnson For Southern Alberta Newspapers September 2, 1886 – Qu’Appelle Progress There was great excitement in Calgary when it was discovered that a murder charge will be added to the crime of stage robbing. Clinker Scott was found murdered in his shack near Shaganappi point and it is believed the murder was committed by those who held up a stagecoach in Edmonton a… Read More »

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Students scarred by COVID-19 policies may never catch up

Students are facing a brutal “COVID hangover” that continues to wreak havoc on their education and mental health. The pandemic didn’t just disrupt classrooms temporarily… Read More »

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RATS! (Or Maybe Not…)

Known for its incredible natural landscapes and vibrant cities, Alberta is also famous for something rather unique: its rat-free status. How Alberta Achieved Rat-Free Status… Read More »

You Can Eat In An Old Train Car From The ‘80 At This Unique Alberta Restaurant

Tucked away on the outskirts of Calgary, off Highway 24 near Mossleigh, is a spot that not only captures the spirit of the Canadian Prairies… Read More »

Cypress Courier

Reservoirs below normal levels

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By Al Beeber Southern Alberta Newspapers Only one of three major southern Alberta reservoirs had levels within the normal range for this time of year as of Aug. 27.  The Waterton Reservoir sat at 70 per cent of storage capacity, within its normal range of 69 to 85 per cent. The Oldman Reservoir was at 69 per cent, below the normal range of 77 to… Read More »

Alberta Parks issues fire ban for Elkwater, Cypress Hills

Southern Alberta Newspapers Elkwater and Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park are now under a fire ban as of Aug. 24, according to Alberta Parks, joining most… Read More »

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This Southern Alberta Trail Will Make You Feel Like You’re Hiking On Mars

If you’re looking for a hike that feels like you’ve stepped into another world, the Matapiiski (Hoodoo) Trail in Southern Alberta is a must-do adventure.… Read More »

Agriculture

Southern Alberta remains at stage 4 of 5 for drought watch

Southern Alberta Newspapers Drought status has been lowered in much of Alberta after the entire province was considered at very high risk of water supply… Read More »

Cypress ag field staff targeting weeds

By Heather Cameron Local Journalism Initiative Reporter During the Cypress County Agricultural Service Board Meeting that took place on June 25, Agricultural Supervisor Lisa Sulz… Read More »

Editorial

Students scarred by COVID-19 policies may never catch up

Students are facing a brutal “COVID hangover” that continues to wreak havoc on their education and mental health. The pandemic didn’t just disrupt classrooms temporarily… Read More »

Tax dollars for Calgary arena was wrong, funding the Oilers won’t make it right

How many of your tax dollars do you want given to the Edmonton Oilers? Premier Danielle Smith invited the Oilers Entertainment Group and the City… Read More »

Sports

Little League revival in southern Alberta

By Cal Braid Southern Alberta Newspapers Local Journalism Initiative Reporter  The Major A Little League Championships were held in Taber during the first weekend of… Read More »

Tigers fans exalted by team’s intent to bid on 2026 Memorial Cup

By James Tubb Southern Alberta Newspapers Adam Jones got chills July 31 thinking about Medicine Hat hosting a Memorial Cup. The lifelong fan and former… Read More »

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