Olds News

INNISFAIL - The RCMP Police Dog Service Centre is now bigger and better. And the world-class facility also proves it never forgets its own.

INNISFAIL – Olds College chair Leona Staples has been honoured for her contributions to agriculture.

Local volunteer Maureen Gustafson knows it's not easy for couples who both work to find much time to volunteer. But she says they don't have to do much. Even a little bit will help, thanks to the multiplier effect. "I know that it's hard for people.

Olds College now has a thought leader in smart agriculture (farming utilizing the latest in high-tech, computerized technology).

With the help of town council, a group that wants to set up a canola crushing plant has doubled the amount of land it wants to use for that project from five to 10 acres.

A public hearing has been set for September regarding two bylaws that outline proposed rules and regulations for selling cannabis (marijuana) in Olds. That public hearing has been set for Sept. 10 at 1 p.m. in the council chambers.

The creation of a Smart Farm, unveiled at Olds College June 27, could spur the college to provide year-round learning opportunities. Olds College president Stuart Cullum indicated that during a scrum with reporters during the unveiling ceremony.

The development of 37 residential parcels of land in the Highlands, including the future development of about 14 duplex units, is now a step closer to reality.

The Smart Farm, unveiled at Olds College this past Wednesday, June 27 will almost certainly bring some new jobs to Olds, as various industries collaborate with the college in the new venture.

The Johnson MS Bike tour came to Olds to conclude its first day of riding Saturday before setting off back to Airdrie the next day. It's a fundraiser for the MS Society of Canada.