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Kass Patterson

Born and raised in Calgary, Kass, from a young age, developed a love for learning people's stories and being able to share them with the community (or her family, or whoever would listen). In addition to working in communities like Okotoks and Calgary, Kass has also spent her summers travelling with the World Professional Chuckwagon Association since 2019, to help provide a peek behind the barn door into the world of chuckwagon racing. Outside of work and anything horse related, Kass is a reader and an avid country music fan, and most likely can be found with the biggest cup of coffee possible.

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Grande Prairie region unemployment lowest in province

The economic region which includes Grande Prairie continues to report the lowest unemployment rate in Alberta in December.

For the first time since 2020 zero accidental fatal drug poisoning reported in Grande Prairie

For the first time since January 2020, Grande Prairie has gone without reporting a life being taken by an accidental fatal drug poisoning.

November home sales down from 2023 in Grande Prairie

Home sales in the Grande Prairie region saw a decline in November, while the number of homes put on the market saw an increase.

Local ag society looking to raise $1 million to purchase new ice plant for La Glace community

The community of La Glace is hoping this will be the only winter the community is completely without an ice rink as the local agriculture society is raising funds to purchase a plant for the new community recreation centre.

Grande Prairie region home sales see a boost in October

The number of homes sold in the Grande Prairie region and the number new homes put on the market in October.

Grande Prairie region continues to be amongst the lowest unemployment rates in Alberta

The region that includes Grande Prairie reported the second-lowest unemployment rate across the province in October.

2024 wildfire season sees increase in number of fires, decrease in total land burned

The 2024 wildfire season was a week longer and saw more wildfires than last year, but less land was damaged according to the province.

RCMP halloween safety tips aim to keep the scares fun

With it being the Hallow-week of Halloween, RCMP officials are sharing some tips on how to stay safe as you enjoy all things that go bump in the night.

Grande Prairie residential real estate down in September

The number of homes sold in Grande Prairie and the number of houses on the market in September were down compared to last year.

Wildfire danger level downgraded to low in Grande Prairie Forest Area

The wildfire risk for the Grande Prairie Forest Area has been decreased to low. According to the latest update...

Volunteer of the Year Awards nominations close Friday

Time is running out to make nominations for this year’s Grande Prairie Regional Association of Volunteer Organizations Volunteer of...

Grande Prairie region received 16 new physicians between July, September

Grande Prairie has seen a slight bump in the number of doctors now practicing in the area. According to the...

Unemployment in Grande Prairie economic region sees year-over-year decline

The region that includes Grande Prairie reported the second-lowest unemployment rate across Alberta in September. According to Statistics Canada,...

Grande Prairie home sales trend upward in August

Compared to the same month in 2023 home sales in Grande Prairie saw a double-digit bump in August. According...

18 opioid related fatal drug poisonings reported in first half of 2024

The number of accidental fatal drug poisonings reported in the city of Grande Prairie saw a decline in both...

Re-entry begins Friday for Town of Jasper evacuees

Nearly a month after being evacuated, Jasper residents will be able to return home Friday. Starting at 7 a.m. on...
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Committee of the Whole sends 135K square foot Trader Ridge recreation facility proposal to council

During a special Council Committee of the Whole meeting on February 19th, councillors managed to come to a decision regarding the location of a new recreation facility in Grande Prairie. 

5.2 magnitude earthquake recorded northeast of Grande Cache

A 5.2 magnitude earthquake was recorded at approximately 8:41 a.m. Thursday morning in the Grande Cache region, according to Earthquakes Canada. Data is reporting the epicentre of the quake was approximately 66 kilometres north east of the Hamlet at a depth of five kilometres.

Residents encouraged to read up on urban wildlife safety after moose sightings in Muskoseepi Park

There are a couple of moose on the loose in Grande Prairie, and the city is encouraging residents to be mindful of some steps to take whenever wildlife pays you a visit on the trails. 

2025 Women of Influence Award Nominees announced

The City of Grande Prairie is celebrating all the nominees for the 2025 Women of Influence Awards after releasing the full list on February 18th. 

Grande Prairie couple heading south to enjoy $54 million lottery win

54 big ones. That's how much Grande Prairie's newest multi-millionaires won during the December 28th LOTTO 6/49 Gold Ball Draw. 
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