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Fire advisory lifted for Rocky View County

5 days ago | discoverairdrie.com | Connor May

Rocky View County (RVC) has lifted the fire advisory for both east and west RVC. "Effective immediately, there are no fire advisories or bans in the County, and permit burning is allowed. We will continue to monitor conditions and fire risk throughout the County and may update the status as needed," shared RVC. Although recent precipitation has improved conditions, the county asks the public to stay vigilant and follow all current burning restrictions.
Chris Glass announces run for Airdrie council

5 days ago | discoverairdrie.com | Connor May

On Thursday, Airdronian Chris Glass announced that he will be running for Airdrie City Council in the upcoming City of Airdrie Municipal Election. Glass explained that the reason for joining the race is that he would like to make a change in his community. "I think municipal politics is a place where you can make a difference.
Chinook's Edge students shine at national science fair

5 days ago | discoverairdrie.com | Connor May

Chinook's Edge students Claire Friesen and Oceana Jones have just returned from the National Science Fair in New Brunswick, held May 31 to June 7, thrilled with their experience. "Jones is a Grade 12 student from École Olds High School (EOHS). Friesen is a Grade 9 student from Cremona School; she received a bronze award for her project. This is the third time Friesen has received that standing at the national event," shared Chinook's Edge School Division.
Rocky View County municipal election starting to take shape

5 days ago | discoverairdrie.com | Connor May

The Rocky View County (RVC) municipal election is starting to take shape as more county residents are putting their names forward to garner the role of councillor. In RVC, councillors are elected by division, with residents voting within their respective divisions. The County is divided into seven divisions. Each year, the Council elects the Reeve and Deputy Reeve during the Organizational Meeting in October.
Doctors, advocates, and residents clash over Airdrie’s healthcare future at town hall

5 days ago | discoverairdrie.com | Anna Ferensowicz

Airdrie’s urgent care system, stalled infrastructure, and a proposed new healthcare facility came under renewed scrutiny at a town hall meeting on June 19, attended by local residents, provincial MLAs, and healthcare advocates.
How much rain fell during the weekend around Airdrie? Here’s what Environment Canada says

6 days ago | discoverairdrie.com | Anna Ferensowicz

Environment and Climate Change Canada says 72 millimetres of rain fell at Calgary International Airport during last weekend’s rainfall warning — the closest official reading for Airdrie. Todd Bate, a meteorologist with the federal agency, said the Calgary International Airport was used to track the system’s local impact. "It's certainly a significant amount of precipitation. This is part of the reason we had warnings out," Bate said in a June 22 interview.
Crash on southbound QEII stalls Sunday traffic near Airdrie

6 days ago | discoverairdrie.com | Anna Ferensowicz

There are reports of a motor vehicle collision heading southbound on the QEII towards Calgary. It appears the collision has occurred near CrossIron Mills. SB QEII after jct Hwy566 near Balzac - MVC. Expect delays in the area. (12:58pm) #ABRoads — 511 Alberta (@511Alberta) June 22, 2025 Motorists have reported heavy traffic, with Google traffic maps showing significant delays which extend to Airdrie's Yankee Valley Boulevard.
Airdrie's Genesis Place repaving pushed to July 2: Here’s what’s closed, and when

6 days ago | discoverairdrie.com | Anna Ferensowicz

According to a city update, maintenance on the west Fitness Centre parking lot—originally set for June 25—will now start July 2. The project is still expected to wrap up by Aug. 10. The affected area includes parking from the Arena entrance to the Aquatics entrance, including the Fitness Centre entrance, Aquatics drop-off area, and accessible stalls. Work will be phased to limit the number of stalls impacted at one time, but intermittent closures are expected.
Boating advisory issued for Bow River as flows exceed safe level

6 days ago | discoverairdrie.com | Anna Ferensowicz

If you're in Airdrie and thinking of heading into Calgary for a day on the river, officials say now is not the time. High water levels have triggered a boating advisory on the Bow River, and the Calgary Fire Department is warning residents to stay off the water. “Following this weekend’s rain event, the Bow River has exceeded recommended safe flow rates for boating or swimming,” the department said in a statement Sunday.
Rainfall warning over, but Airdrie’s first summer weekend still unsettled

1 week ago | discoverairdrie.com | Anna Ferensowicz

Environment Canada has lifted the rainfall warning for Airdrie and the area as of Saturday afternoon. Winds from the north, which gusted up to 70 km/h earlier in the day, are expected to diminish by evening. Overnight, the forecast calls for cloudy skies with a 30 per cent chance of showers early this evening. Skies will clear overnight, with fog patches developing. The low is expected to reach +3°C, with a risk of frost.