T55 Daily News Blast

Tuesday August 26, 2025

Jail time has been given to one of four people charged after shots were fired at a convenience store in High Level.
Today is the start of formal mediation, between the Teachers Employer Bargaining Association, and the Alberta Teachers Association, on looming job action.
Harvest in the Peace Region is at 6% complete, which is ahead of averages. Specifically, Dry Peas are 16% done, followed by Barley at 9%.
As well, soil moisture conditions are at 51% at Good to Excellent levels.
Kids Sport Grande Prairie is now Kids Sport Peace Country, that covers from Valleyview to the BC border to the NWT Border. (Karna Germshied interview in separate story)
The new Basketball and Pickleball court is now available for use, located at the town park in High Prairie.
Pop sensation Taylor Swift has announced her engagement to top NFL star Travis Kelce in a social media post.
Peace Region Minor football is having a party and you’re invited.
The Association is hosting a night of fun, food and community, as they unveil their new scoreboard on Friday September 12th at Glenmary School.
Games and activities for the kids will also be present, as well as a BBQ fundraiser.
The Toronto Blue Jays continue their series at home against Minnisota tonight. Chris Bassitt starts for the Jays against Bailey Ober.
The late summer heat wave continues in the Northwest for today, and for the remainder of this week. Highs are in the 30’s, with Thursday being the hottest day at 34.