Okotoks Today

“We suggest perhaps redrawing the boundary, closer to the pond [across from Costco, west off of 32 Street),” said Cimarron area resident Dave Kissel. Foothills School Division #38 Okotoks, Alberta

Gary Rowntree comments on his decision to resign as Turner Valley mayor. Town of Turner Valley

“The biggest issue was the parents wanted easier transition,” said Foothills School Division #38 trustee Theresa Letendre. “Having that full-experience from Kindergarten to Grade 9.” Millarville Community School MD of Foothills No. 31

Turner Valley Mayor Gary Rowntree resigned today. More details to follow tomorrow.

Two-vehicle collision on 32 St. and Cimarron Blvd.
Nobody seriously hurt, but crews are on scene and roads are extremely icy.
Use caution, go slow, and leave lots of room to stop as there is no sand on these roads. Also dangerous conditions on Milligan and Veterans Way.

Updated: Turner Valley's retraction request denied by CFIB.

Use caution on Town of Okotoks roads. Glare ice on key intersections along Milligan drive and end-to-end on veterans way. Take your time and leave plenty of room to stop.

Two vehicle collision on southbound MacLeod just as it merges with HWY-2/Deerfoot.
Nobody seriously injured but responders are on scene so please use caution.

“The worst part about that whole thing is CFIB spoke with administration prior to publishing the report and information like that was given to CFIB, but they chose not to take that into consideration. We expect an immediate retraction from this group.” ~ Turner Valley Mayor Gary Rowntree, regarding the CFIB municipal report. Town of Turner Valley

“If they insist on moving us, they should phase it in slowly,” said Joy Grills. Foothills School Division #38 Okotoks, Alberta

“I think it’s huge for the AJHL, huge for the Town of Okotoks and big for the Okotoks Oilers,” said Team West bench boss Tyler Deis, the Oilers head coach. “It’s a special thing and a privilege hosting a game like this." GAME STORY and PHOTO GALLERY. AJHL Canadian Junior Hockey League Okotoks Oilers Town of Okotoks

VIDEO: If you're at an Okotoks Oilers, Okotoks Bisons, or Okotoks Minor Hockey Association game, maybe give a cheer for the guy on the ice machine.
Zamboni Driver Day was last Saturday, and while Jan. 19 may not be a statutory holiday, and while some rinks use Olympia machines (including those in Okotoks), it may be an opportunity to thank the stewards of the ice regardless of their ice resurfacer denomination.
The Western Wheel Newspaper’s Brent Calver, tagged along with Town of Okotoks facility operator Scott Dyck to find out what goes into keeping the Town’s rinks running smooth... with the occasional run to Tim Hortons

“I have read, in three days, 900 letters. I haven’t been able to sleep, I keep getting up and reading. I have over 2,000 at this moment.” ~ Alla Wagner, the Millarville homeowner who is giving people the opportunity to win her home in an essay-writing contest.

Dewdney Players Group Theatre is bringing The Wizard of Oz to the Okotoks stage this month and next. Dewdney Players Group Theatre

“It was the texture of the $100 bills. The paper is a bit thicker. The clerks were able to figure out that it wasn’t genuine.” Sukh Randhawa, Okotoks, Alberta

Zamboni Driver Day is on January 19 – while it may not be a statutory holiday, and while some rinks use Olympia machines (including those in Okotoks), it may be an opportunity to thank the stewards of the ice regardless of their ice resurfacer denomination.
The Western Wheel Newspaper’s Brent Calver, tagged along with Town of Okotoks facility operator Scott Dyck to find out what goes into keeping the Town’s rinks running smooth.

Six straight wins for Okotoks Oilers Okotoks knocks off North Division power Sherwood Park Crusaders 7-3 at Pason Centennial Arena. Okotoks goals: Kyle Gordon (2), Jack Works, Dylan Holloway, Quinn Olson, Austin Wong, Marc Pasemko. Brady Parker 23 saves for 18th win in goal.

"Canada is a dream for a lot of people back home because it’s diverse and multicultural compared to a lot of countries. As a refugee in Canada you have many of the same rights of a citizen in Canada.” ~ Bluerock Gallery owner Tarek Nemr. Town of Black Diamond Cool Little Towns