Picture: Dr. Debbie Thompson has been appointed the new president of Olds College.
Council:
Town of Olds Looking For Sign Ups To Voyent Alert Notification System - My Mountain View Now
The Town of Olds is urging residents to get signed up for Voyent Alert to ensure they’re receiving personalized alerts in both critical emergencies and day-to-day situations.
Central Alberta Town Approves Five Per Cent Municipal Tax Increase - The Albertan News
Coun. Wanda Blatz says the tax hike is "very reasonable" in comparison to some other comparable municipalities.
Turn Your Scraps Into Savings: Town of Olds Introduces Rebate Programs For Compost Bins, Rain Barrels - My Mountain View Now
According to the town, the two initiatives are designed to encourage residents to take “proactive steps” towards environmental conservation. Through the programs, residents who purchase a rain barrel or a home composter on or after April 22, 2024, are eligible to receive a 50 per cent rebate, up to a maximum of $50 per item.
Olds’ Net Debt Increased To $13.3 Million - The Albertan News
The Town of Olds will be making a $3.5 million lump sum payment on its OFL (O-NET) debt in June, council was told.
Community News:
Olds College Fine Arts Centre Receives $125K Provincial Funding Bump - My Mountain View Now
Olds College’s Fine Arts Theatre and Multi Media Centre is the latest to receive a $125K Community Facility Enhancement Program grant to upgrade one of the school’s most valued public facilities.
Olds RCMP And Partners Charge Female With Property Crime Offences - rdnewsnow.com
A Wetaskiwin woman is facing several charges after RCMP seized stolen property from a suspect accused of fleeing police after damaging multiple properties.
Olds Town Council Determines Policing Priorities - The Albertan News
The priorities council approved is the same as it was last year
ORE Among Seven Regional Societies Getting Extra Cash - The Albertan News
More than $7.4 million will be distributed among the ORE as well as agricultural societies in Red Deer, Camrose, Lloydminster, Grande Prairie, Lethbridge and Medicine Hat.
Olds College & Chinooks Edge:
Olds College - Dr. Debbie Thompson Appointed President of Olds College
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Debbie Thompson as its new President and CEO, effective May 1, 2025. This decision follows a thorough and extensive review process undertaken by the College's Board of Governors.
Olds College - Sharing the Land with Solar Could Transform Farming
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology wants to become a national leader in research detailing how Canadian agriculture could be revolutionized by farmers and solar energy projects sharing the same land.
Provincial Government Invests $25 Million Into W.J. Elliott Building Expansion at Olds College - rdnewsnow.com
Their $25 million investment through the 2025 Budget is part of a $63 million total investment over three years that began in 2024.
Regional, Provincial & Federal:
Numerous Communities in Olds Region offering spring cleaning options for household, RV waste - My Mountain View Now
Still-Burning Wildfire in Central Alberta Classified As Under Control - The Albertan News
No property or livestock were lost in wildfire that started May 3 in an area of Mountain View County that is part of the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area
Mountain View County Chooses Bergen Community Hall as Host for 2025 Canada Day Pancake Breakfast - My Mountain View Now
The annual Canada Day Pancake Breakfast is held every year on the Friday before the big day, and this year, Bergen residents will have the chance to play host for the first time at their Community Hall.
Mountainview County Peace Officers Issue 107 Traffic Violations in First Quarter of 2025 - My Mountain View Now
In the first quarter of 2025, officers issued a total of 107 traffic violations- down from 152 when compared to the same time last year, made 24 commercial vehicle stops, and patrolled nearly 40,000 kilometres of county roads.