Category Archives: Community News
'One Swing for Three Causes' golf tournament goes June 22
Spots are open for an upcoming golf tournament supporting a trio of Red Deer-based causes.The 'One Swing for Three Causes' Tournament goes down June 22 at River Bend Golf Course, and is being hosted b...
May 12, 2026 (Image Credit: ID 2371556 © Heath Doman | Dreamstime.com)
Register now for 9th annual GhostRaiders Invitational
Registration is now open for the 9th annual GhostRaiders Invitational.The event takes place May 28 at the Glendale Skatepark, with students from across central Alberta competing. It is hosted by Linds...
May 09, 2026 (Image Credit: Supplied)
Woody's RV World Marathon set for May 17
The 26th running of the Woody's RV World Marathon, Half Marathon, and 10K races is less than two weeks away.On Sunday, May 17, they'll welcome hundreds of athletes who will compete for the title throu...
May 07, 2026 (Image Credit: rdnewsNOW file photo)
Lacombe Police welcome 'Rally' the support dog
Rally has arrived, and Rally is the newest support dog at Lacombe Police Services and Victim Services, LPS shared Tuesday.Rally will provide support and comfort to victims, witnesses, community member...
May 05, 2026 (Image Credit: Supplied)
Central Alberta Foodgrains Growing Project marks 31st year
The 31st annual Central Alberta Foodgrains Growing Project is underway.On May 1, volunteer farmers seeded 140 acres of peas in a field just west of Blackfalds.Last year, the project raised $57,000 fro...
May 05, 2026 (Image Credit: Supplied)
McHappy Day goes May 6 across Canada
McHappy Day once again goes this Wednesday, May 6.Now in its 32nd year, the event will raise funds for Ronald McDonald Children's Charities, with proceeds supporting families who rely on Ronald McDona...
May 04, 2026 (Image Credit: ID 391739027 © Alina Vytiuk | Dreamstime.com)
Wolf Creek Public Schools names new student attendance success coach
Longtime educator Rob Reid has been named the new student attendance success coach at Wolf Creek Public Schools.Reid has 22 years of experience with the division, and was principal at Lacombe Outreach...
May 01, 2026
Steps for Life Charity Walk set for May 3 in Red Deer
The 2026 Steps for Life Charity Walk in honour of the victims of workplace tragedy is just days away.On Saturday, May 2, central Albertans will unite at Bower Ponds Main Stage to take part in the fund...
Apr 30, 2026 (Image Credit: rdnewsNOW/Josh Hall)
Smile Cookie Day in Red Deer this Saturday
Join The Foundation for Red Deer Public Schools in celebrating Smile Cookies with Smile Cookie Day this Saturday.Sit in a firetruck or police car, meet local emergency responders and even buy a delici...
Apr 29, 2026
Pregnancy Care Centre hosting 4th annual Ladies' Afternoon Tea
The 4th annual Ladies' Afternoon Tea, hosted by the Central Alberta Pregnancy Care Centre, is happening Saturday, May 2.The event starts at 1:30 at CrossRoads Church, and will raise funds for The Aeri...
Apr 29, 2026