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Arts council welcomes new funding
By Lethbridge Herald on July 25th, 2025
Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald The announcement of a boost in provincial funding for the arts is being met with optimism by the executive director of the city’s allied Arts Council. “It’s great to hear that this government is championing the arts and increasing their commitment,” said Steven Foord. “Lots of good things to hear from what’s been said so far,” The Alberta government on Thursday announce ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New board chair has high hopes for polytechnic
By Lethbridge Herald on July 25th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald The Lethbridge Polytechnic board of governors has welcomed a new chair, after Michael Marcotte completed his maximum six-year term as board chair in June. In his place, the Alberta government had appointed Janene Moch to a three-year term, which began June 30. Moch says the new title has not quite sunk ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City housing prices among highest in AB
By Lethbridge Herald on July 24th, 2025
Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald The median price of a house sold in Lethbridge last  month was the second highest of seven major Alberta communities, and its year-over-year average price growth was nine per cent. That median price of a home here was $427,740 which trailed only the price in Calgary, which was $595,000. In third ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Coalhurst Miners Days bigger and better than ever
By Lethbridge Herald on July 24th, 2025
Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Coalhurst’s Miners Days 2025 celebration coincides with the town’s 30th anniversary as an incorporated town, making this year’s summer celebration more meaningful. Coalhurst’s history is a story of resilience. Since its early days as a mining town, it has seen periods of growth, decline and finally rebirth. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City set to host INFR qualifiers
By Lethbridge Herald on July 24th, 2025
Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Spectators will be able to enjoy the riveting experience of pro rodeo as the Rocky Mountain Turf Club will be hosting qualifiers for the Indian National Finals Rodeo (INFR) for the first time on Friday and Saturday. Almost 600 Indigenous rodeo athletes from all over Canada and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Corn Maze design celebrates southern Alberta’s attractions
By Lethbridge Herald on July 24th, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald The Lethbridge Corn Maze is ready to open its doors to visitors on Friday morning with their latest maze design highlighting what southern Alberta has to offer, from Chinook winds to beautiful landscapes to Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump and more. Theo Slingerland, owner and operator of the Lethbridge Corn Maze, says the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Housing starts up in city and across Alberta
By Lethbridge Herald on July 23rd, 2025
Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald Alberta is on track to set a new provincial record for housing starts with 27,902 in the first two quarters of 2025. The Alberta government said on Monday this is a 30 per cent increase compared to 2024 and outpaces development in all other Canadian provinces. Despite Alberta having less than ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Doctor shortage has real-life consequences
By Lethbridge Herald on July 23rd, 2025
Scott Sakatch Herald Editor Ever since I moved back to Lethbridge 18 months ago, I’ve been one of the thousands of people in the city without access to a local family doctor. I’m fortunate enough to still have a physician in Calgary (from when we lived there for six years), but a simple visit means ... Read More »
5 responsesStudent exhibit focuses on AI
By Lethbridge Herald on July 23rd, 2025
Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Lethbridge Herald The Southern Alberta Art Gallery is hosting an exhibition of art that showcases various pieces done by Lethbridge Collegiate Institute students, depicting their thoughts on Artificial Intelligence. Generative Prompt is a group exhibition of local high school students working in an artist mentorship model with Lethbridge artist Michelle Sylvestre, where students ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!In the swing of things
By Lethbridge Herald on July 23rd, 2025
Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Lethbridge Swing Bridge Dance Community is keeping swing dancing alive and well. While not as mainstream as it was during its golden era in the early part of the 20th century, swing dancing maintains a strong and active presence today, thriving through dedicated communities, social media, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Crime Severity Index stats show numbers dropping
By Lethbridge Herald on July 23rd, 2025
Joe Manio Lethbridge Herald Local journalism Initiative Reporter In good news for the City of Lethbridge, the overall Crime Severity Index (CSI) number for the 2024 reporting period went down 18.5 per cent from the year before, the largest single drop since 2000. While Lethbridge has historically had a high CSI in recent years, it ... Read More »
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