Red Deer's Sunrise Rotary Club has made a sizeable and what some are calling transformative $100,000 donation to Youth HQ.The contribution will support programs and services that help young people and families throughout central Alberta, Youth HQ noted in a release.Key programs that will benefit include: Boys and Girls...

**Note: CentreFest has moved to Westerner Park (with one exception) due to anticipated weather (same times as listed below)--It's bound to be a busy and fun weekend in downtown Red Deer.The 89th Red Deer Highland Games are back this Saturday, June 27 outside at Central Middle School, and just up the street will be Cent...

The second annual 'One Swing for Three Causes' golf tournament raised upwards of $40,000 on Monday at Red Deer's River Bend Golf Course. Supporting Bridges Community Living, Youth HQ, and the Red Deer Food Bank, the Central Alberta Breakfast Club-organized event attracted 24 teams and 96 golfers, despite it being a rat...

Red Deer Public Schools say spots are filling fast for the second annual Foundation for Red Deer Public Schools Golf Tournament.Registration is now open for the tournament, which is set for Friday, August 14, at Alberta Springs Golf Resort.Check-in will begin at 11:30 a.m. with a barbecue lunch to follow at noon. The t...

Lacombe Victim Services was the beneficiary of a recent fundraiser by Lacombe Ford.The annual 'Drive One for Your Community' event encourages people to take a test drive, and for each one, Ford of Canada and Lacombe Ford donate $30.The dealership completed 125 test drives for a grand total of $3,750.In addition, a BBQ ...

The Tipi Village will return for a fifth year at the Ponoka Stampede.The village returns as part of National Indigenous History Month and will run daily from 10-8, June 25-27.• Grand entry at 3 p.m. daily with a pow wow showcase - Enjoy vibrant performances celebrating Indigenous culture. • Cultural workshops...

Weather permitting, micro-surfacing and other upgrades will begin this week on several stretches of roads in Ponoka.Areas to receive work include:• 54 Avenue (between 56 and 58 Street); • 55 Avenue (between 61 and 63 Street); and • 51 Street in the Coop Subdivision (from Highway 2A to the alley north of ...

As happens every year, several traffic control changes will be in place during the upcoming Ponoka Stampede, which runs June 25 to July 1.The following road alterations will be in effect June 22 to July 2:1. A reduced traffic speed limit of 30 km/hr from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily along Rodeo Drive (Highway 53) - Beginni...

The Royal Canadian Legion #35 (Red Deer) is inviting the entire community, member or not, to a fundraiser it is hosting on July 2 in support of the 2026 Ride for Vision & Valour.The ride supports the Military Police Fund for Blind Children (MPFBC).Riders are going from Victoria, B.C., to Blueberry Mountain in Alber...

John Johnston, who's been with Youth HQ for 43 years, has officially retired from his longstanding role.As a result, he leaves behind a lasting legacy of supporting children, youth, and families in central Alberta."Over the course of more than four decades, Johnston has played a pivotal role in shaping programs, f...

The 34th annual Harvest Run returns to Red Deer Sunday, Sept. 13.Event organizers anticipate nearly 500 runners, and one thing really neat about the Harvest Run is that every finisher gets a medal following their 3 km or 8 km jaunt.Additionally, several young athletes will receive athletic bursaries.The Harvest Run inc...

Town of Ponoka PSA -- Enjoy Ponoka's new Summer Sounds concerts from July 7 to August 25 at Lions Centennial Park on Tuesday evenings from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. These events are free for all attendees. Bring a lawn chair or a picnic blanket and enjoy live music featuring the following musicians: • July 7 - Steve Arsen...

Red Deer's Nathan Fletcher, at just 14, tragically lost his courageous battle with cancer in November 2025. His mom, Kate Fletcher, is now working to keep his memory alive, but also to pass on the goodwill their family received from the Northern Alberta branch of Make-A-Wish Canada. All summer, each Tuesday and Thursda...

Saturday, June 6, join Rotary Club of Red Deer at their 6th annual 'Rotary Branches Out' tree planting event.Join them from 10-12 at McKenzie Trails, north of the main parking lot, to help them plant 1,600 saplings. Rotarian Dave Swindlehurst from Weyerhaeuser Drayton Valley will give a 10-minute eco talk on how to pla...

The 19th annual Run/Hike fundraiser in support of the Red Deer Hospice Society is just over two weeks away. On Sunday, June 7, the event, which is presented by RSM Canada, will take place at 9 a.m. Those who register for the event will have the option to run or hike one, three, or five-kilometre routes along the trails...

Submissions are now open for the Ag Innovations Competition that is set to be held at Agri-Trade in Red Deer next November.The competition, which is presented by the Agricultural Financial Services Corporation, is calling on industry innovators to share their latest advancements that will help farm operations.The Ag In...

Under sunny skies, students, staff, parents, community members and dignitaries gathered to officially celebrate the grand opening of the new playground space at Clive School.The event, which was on May 28, marked the culmination of nearly four years of planning, fundraising, grant applications and volunteer effort.For ...

The 2026 Red Deer Jayman Built MS Walk is just days away, and fundraising efforts have helped organizers nearly reach their goal. The MS Walk, which is set for Sunday, May 31, will take place at the Gateway Christian School with two-kilometre and five-kilometre routes. The one-day event will also take place in over 50 ...

Lacombe County is currently taking nominations for its annual Farm Family of the Year award.The County and Chamber of Commerce (Lacombe and District) partner on the award, which recognizes exceptional achievements and contributions of ranch and farm families within the community. The winner will be announced at the Cha...

The Red Deer and District 4-H beef club will be holding its annual beef show and sale May 31 and June 1. Four 4-H clubs will take part -- Red Deer East, Bow-Inn, Red Deer West and Delburne -- with members showing off their steers and heifers ready to be sold. Organizer Chloe Bellerive says it's been a good year for loc...

Sunnybrook Farm Museum is set to host its annual Spring on the Farm celebration this weekend.This Saturday, May 30, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., residents are invited to bring their kids to a fun family event, which will include baby animals.Some of the furry friends set to be at the event include donkeys, horses, calves, ch...

The Town of Ponoka have opened its splash park for the season.The Ponoka Splash Park, which is located at Lions Centennial Park on Highway 2A just north of Highway 53, is now open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m."The Splash Park is an outdoor facility for all ages that promotes fun and active water play and continues ...

Generation Rising is inviting members of the public to attend a free gospel concert in Red Deer this weekend.On Sunday, May 31, at the City Chapel (5850 Kerry Wood Drive) at 3 p.m., those in attendance will get to enjoy Celtic gospel music at the event called "An Afternoon with Rhythm & Grace."Generation ...

United Way Central Alberta is hosting a poverty simulation in June.The event runs from 8:30 a.m. to noon on June 17 at the Northside YMCA in Red Deer.Per United Way:Step into the Poverty Simulator to experience the tough choices many Central Alberta families face each month. This impactful experience, hosted by Central...

Join the Town of Ponoka in celebrating Seniors' Week from June 1-7.Seniors' Week was proclaimed by town council at its April 28 meeting."This proclamation honours the essential role that seniors play in fostering a vibrant community through their experience, knowledge and active involvement in our town," said...

The 18th annual Community Spring Feast is slated for May 27-30 at Red Deer's Fort Normandeau. The event, which is put on by Safe Harbour Society, will play host to traditional teachings, wellbriety sessions, ceremonies, and a community sweat lodge throughout the week. The actual feast day is May 30, but people are welc...

The West Park Community Association is hosting a 'Green Deer' community clean-up event Saturday, May 23.The event is free, runs from 10-4, and will include a BBQ at noon.It takes place at the West Park Activity Centre (3811 57 Avenue). There will also be a community bottle drive in support of the West Park Gardens Deve...

The operation of Red Deer's historic Scott Block Theatre is changing hands again.It was announced Wednesday that theatre operations will transition to Artifact Properties Ltd., a local real estate company which owns the building at 4816 50 Avenue.The company notes it will continue as such until further notice, while ow...