At 55, Ray Swirsky traded corporate life for paintbrushes—and within 18 months, he was selling $40K worth of art at the Calgary Stampede. His haunting oil paintings fuse historic maps with Indigenous imagery, spotlighting Métis heritage through century-old photos. Meanwhile, the Stampede’s Western Oasis show buzzes with fresh talent—like 20-year-old James Zimmer, who paints mountain wildlife after childhood inspiration, and Alexandra Kavanagh, whose oil-and-gas-infused western scenes redefine what “Western art” means today. Together, old masters and new voices prove the West is still painting its own story.

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Two grizzly bears brutally gunned down near Calgary—just days after another illegal killing—have wildlife officials scrambling for answers. These young, healthy males were found dead along a highway, with witnesses reporting a speeding black Chevy and a gunshot around 8:30 PM. Grizzlies are federally protected in Alberta, and hunting them is illegal. Experts suspect personal revenge—maybe from a rancher whose livestock was attacked—or a terrifying encounter that turned deadly. The suspect likely lives nearby. With 58 illegal killings since 2013, tensions rise as conservationists and locals clash over coexistence. If you know anything, call Report a Poacher at 1-800-642-3800.

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Police shut down Highway 9 near Irricana Friday night after an incident involving their own officers, sparking community concern and drawing a heavy RCMP presence — including STARS Air Ambulance, which responded but didn’t transport anyone. Details remain scarce as the investigation continues.

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Sikome Lake is officially back open and ready for summer, transformed with a $6 million upgrade that includes new entry points, modern changing rooms, upgraded snack areas, and a state-of-the-art water safety center. After four years of renovation, families are already raving about the cleanliness and kid-friendly vibe — and with 100,000 visitors expected each summer, it’s clear this artificial lake in Fish Creek Provincial Park is a major community win. Fresh water from local wells, not rivers, keeps things clean and safe as the heat kicks in — perfect for cooling off and making memories.

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A woman died from a fentanyl overdose in a Lethbridge police holding cell last year, sparking an ASIRT investigation that concluded neither the officer nor civilian worker on duty should face charges. Arrested for assault, she was found with suspected drugs, showed overdose symptoms, and was revived with Narcan before being released — only to return to the facility, where she became unresponsive. Paramedics were called, but checks were missed, and the officer’s attempts to rouse her failed. ASIRT noted non-medical staff shouldn’t be held to medical standards, but acknowledged missed checks and recommended safer, dedicated facilities for intoxicated detainees — prompting Lethbridge police to now provide 24-hour paramedic coverage.

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Alberta’s Premier Danielle Smith and Prime Minister Mark Carney unveil a bold new oil pipeline to Asia, sparking fierce debate ahead of Alberta’s upcoming separation referendum. The project, led by Trans Mountain and Pembina Pipeline, could begin construction in 2027 and finish by 2034—but costs and funding remain murky. Supporters see it as proof Alberta and Ottawa can cooperate, potentially swaying undecided voters. Critics, however, call it a political ploy to distract from deeper Confederation flaws, questioning whether the project will ever become reality. The pipeline’s fate may hinge not just on engineering, but on whether it can unite—or divide—Alberta’s future.

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A deadly assault on Capitol Hill leaves 23-year-old Dale Weasel Head dead, sparking an ongoing police investigation as authorities seek answers and urge witnesses to come forward.

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