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Amir Said

Amir Said

Amir Said is a reporter and photographer covering news in Okotoks, Foothills County and throughout southern Alberta. He graduated from the University of Regina, where he was a student journalist, and worked with non-profits in Regina and Calgary before joining the Western Wheel and Great West Media.

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Recent Work by Amir

'No justice' after driver sentenced in death of Alberta man

'No justice' after driver sentenced in death of Alberta man

The driver responsible for a collision that killed a 26-year-old Okotoks resident two years ago was sentenced to house arrest and curfew.
What should you do if you encounter injured wildlife in Alberta?

What should you do if you encounter injured wildlife in Alberta?

Don't try to help an injured deer or other wild animal; call Alberta Fish and Wildlife, which will intervene if deemed necessary.
Alberta is experiencing an 'invasion' of owls: expert

Alberta is experiencing an 'invasion' of owls: expert

A dramatic increase in sightings of rare owl species has piqued the interest of birdwatchers and researchers.
North America's first solar community comes to an end in Okotoks

North America's first solar community comes to an end in Okotoks

Okotoks' internationally-recognized Drake Landing Solar Community is set to be fully decommissioned by the end of 2025.
Uncertainty looms over the future of Calgary Metropolitan Region Board

Uncertainty looms over the future of Calgary Metropolitan Region Board

The Calgary Metropolitan Region Board has several options on the table, including dissolution, when it reconvenes in early 2025.
Snowy owls are back in Alberta: here's how to find them

Snowy owls are back in Alberta: here's how to find them

The return of these iconic birds is highly anticipated by wildlife enthusiasts across Canada every year, although their numbers may be decreasing at an alarming rate.
Over $730,000 in gov't funding going to Alberta agriculture education

Over $730,000 in gov't funding going to Alberta agriculture education

The funding will go toward Alberta 4-H's youth agriculture programs with a focus on experience-based learning and mental health.
Ten years after forming, a Southern Alberta Legion is still looking for a building

Ten years after forming, a Southern Alberta Legion is still looking for a building

The Okotoks Legion got its charter on Oct. 29, 2014, making it the first new Legion branch in 33 years.
Alberta NDP reflecting on party's rural priorities

Alberta NDP reflecting on party's rural priorities

The Alberta NDP rural caucus met to celebrate the party's rural roots and discuss the way forward.
$110,000 investment reminds Albertans to 'Rat on Rats'

$110,000 investment reminds Albertans to 'Rat on Rats'

"This campaign will educate and remind Albertans to do their part to keep the pest out of our province," said Ag Minister RJ Sigurdson.
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