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Jessica Lee, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

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Bighorn's omnibus bylaw advances to third reading

Bighorn's omnibus bylaw advances to third reading

“I hear from council that we’re supportive of making changes that will make [the bylaw] better for everybody, but I think we just want to make sure we understand why those changes are occurring and make sure we know a little bit more background information.”
Powwow regalia stitches together story of Îyârhe Nakoda

Powwow regalia stitches together story of Îyârhe Nakoda

“We tell our stories through beadwork, unlike a book … we do it through beadwork or the sewing that we do. We don’t necessarily have a written tradition, so it’s often through art that we tell our stories.”
Steve Fitzmorris elected as Ward 1 councillor for MD of Bighorn

Steve Fitzmorris elected as Ward 1 councillor for MD of Bighorn

“I’m looking forward to joining the council team and working with them on the strategic plan already in place.”
New application needed for Stoney Nakoda Nation forensic audit, court rules

New application needed for Stoney Nakoda Nation forensic audit, court rules

Alberta's top court ruled three members from the Îyârhe (Stoney) Nakoda First Nation will need to file a new application if they wish to pursue an independent financial audit of the Nation's elected officials.
Massive cedar monument honouring residential school victims passes through Banff

Massive cedar monument honouring residential school victims passes through Banff

The seven-tonne monument was escorted through Banff Thursday (Sept. 7) by local RCMP on the back of a Canadian Army military vehicle and is on its way to the Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau, Quebec, where it will become a centrepiece intended to uplift and honour the spirits of the many Indigenous children abused by the residential school system.
Long-time Exshaw residents vying for Ward 1 seat in Bighorn byelection

Long-time Exshaw residents vying for Ward 1 seat in Bighorn byelection

The decision to run for Ward 1 councillor in the MD of Bighorn byelection was an easy one for long-time Exshaw residents Steve Fitzmorris and Robin Bushulak.
Banff Legacy Inn gets development permit approval in Harvie Heights

Banff Legacy Inn gets development permit approval in Harvie Heights

The proposed development, known as the Banff Legacy Inn and located at 950 Harvie Heights Road, consists of 12 buildings with amenity spaces for fitness facilities, a covered deck with hot tubs, private showers and retail.  
Highway 40 roadwork to cause delays in Highwood Pass area this fall

Highway 40 roadwork to cause delays in Highwood Pass area this fall

“Work is during daylight hours, and could include weekends, depending on progress.”
Îethka artists curate, star in artsPlace show

Îethka artists curate, star in artsPlace show

“I want to celebrate the Nakoda artists that we have, see them express their individuality and what makes them make art.”
Heat-stressed larches turning golden earlier than usual, experts say

Heat-stressed larches turning golden earlier than usual, experts say

“We are starting to see some change in colour and with that comes more visitation. Fall is traditionally a busy time for visitation in Kananaskis Country.”