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Forest heartbeat The male ruffed grouse beats its wings up to 5 times per second to create the miniature sonic boom sound to attract a female. The drumming starts off slowly then accelerates into a blur of whirling wings. /LEON LORENZ

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RDFFG hoping for earlier ice season this year

By Abigail Popple, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, RMG

The Regional District of Fraser-Fort George is aiming to have ice laid in its recreation centres by mid-September this year, earlier than its typical early-October start date.

The Regional District announced ice installation would be delayed “inde...


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Tete Jaune Market Delights The first Tete Jaune Community Market of 2026 took place outside the Tete Jaune Hall May 10th. Above, Liz Stobbe displayed her china cup bird feeders and lovely custom jewellery. Markets will run every Sunday 12-4pm. All vendors are welcome including artisans, home-based businesses and musicians! For more info call Nancy 566-3529. /LAURA KEIL

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McBride Council: mini soccer field, 2026 budget, water source

By Abigail Popple, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

McBride Council discussed a potential soccer field, the 2026 budget and pursuing a new water source during its regular April 28th meeting.

Mayor Gene Runtz called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Council amended the agenda to add three ...


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A fashionable cuppa

By Laura Keil

A special “High Tea” was held at the Ash Street seniors complex May 3rd to raise funds for the Valemount Meals on Wheels program. Attendees dressed to the nines and enjoyed a gourmet assortment of delicacies and fresh tea. Organizers Dianne Mickelson and Brenda Funk said they were pleased with th...


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