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We asked how the new U.S. tariffs might hit your household, and buying Canadian came through loud and clear as the top response. Many of you said you're already committed to skipping American products where possible, from groceries to everyday purchases, with a few noting that rising food costs make that easier said than done. Whatever's ahead, it sounds like a lot of you have already made up your minds on where your dollars are going 🇨🇦

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Crews have finished the underground portion of the Bearspaw South Feeder Main Replacement Project's Stage A work, completing 3.7 kilometres of microtunneling and the full concrete carrier pipe between the Shaganappi Pump Station and 73rd Street N.W. More than two kilometres of new steel feeder main are already installed inside that pipe.

"The completion of Stage A microtunneling is a significant step forward for the project," said Darren Finney, Manager, Major Projects. "This complex work involved tunneling beneath major infrastructure, minimizing impacts on the community. With the concrete carrier pipe now in place, we will continue installing the new steel feeder main, preparing for the critical system connection work planned for the Fall."

Stage B, the open-cut work along 34th Avenue N.W. in Bowness, is also progressing, with 40 per cent of that stage's pipe installation complete. Four blocks have reopened to traffic, with two more expected next week.

This fall brings the project's next big push. Shaganappi pump station work begins in September, around the same time the Bearspaw Water Treatment Plant needs a brief, unrelated shutdown that could bring temporary outdoor water restrictions. Pipe tie-in work follows in mid-October, requiring Stage 4 restrictions and indoor conservation, before commissioning wraps things up in mid-November with no restrictions expected. Timelines remain estimates.

While the system is offline this fall, crews will also repair six spots on a separate, older stretch of pipe along Parkdale Boulevard and Memorial Drive N.W. — work timed to avoid a second future shutdown.

Residents can reach the project's Community Resource Centre at the Bowness Community Association, open Mondays and Wednesdays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

⚠️ A woman is dead after a police shooting in southeast Calgary's Legacy neighbourhood early Wednesday. Police say she came out of a home with a weapon before the situation escalated; ASIRT is investigating.

🚨 RCMP expect to charge a 16-year-old after investigating a threat to shoot students on the first day of school in Manning, Alta. The school division says students will still return as planned on September 1, with extra support on site.

⚖️ A Calgary man has been sentenced to life in prison after pleading guilty to second-degree murder in the 2024 killing of Chelsea Davidenas, following a disturbing, premeditated plot detailed in court. A second man faces trial in January.

🇺🇸 A southwest Calgary home decorated with pro-Trump banners is drawing mixed reactions amid the ongoing Canada-U.S. trade war, with the owners saying the display predates current tensions and reports of vandalism and threats against them.

🕯️ The City of Calgary says it removed memorial tributes for Parker in line with standard practice for temporary memorials, adding that those closest to the situation were consulted and had no concerns.

🚇 Six of the Green Line's 10 stations have reached final design and are ready to move to construction, with tendering underway and major building activity expected through 2027 and 2028.

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Heritage Park Historical Village's President and CEO, Lindsey Galloway, is stepping down after leading the organization through a period of significant growth. His retirement takes effect November 18, and the search for his successor is already underway, with Galloway staying on through the transition.

"Leading Heritage Park has been one of the great privileges of my career," said Galloway. "We've strengthened the organization, built an exceptional team and positioned Heritage Park for an exciting next chapter."

Mike Lindsay, Chair of the Park's Board of Trustees, said the leadership change doesn't shift the organization's direction. "While Lindsey's retirement marks an important leadership transition, Heritage Park's vision for the future remains very focused," he said, pointing to the strong leadership team and long-term priorities already in place.

Heritage Park bills itself as Canada's most visited living history museum, drawing more than 650,000 visitors a year to its 127-acre grounds. It's been connecting people to the history of the Canadian Prairies since 1964.

Galloway said he's looking forward to helping ensure a smooth handoff. "There is tremendous opportunity ahead," he said. "Heritage Park helps build understanding of our past at a time of great uncertainty when that perspective is vitally important to understanding the present and shaping the future."

🍴 Kin Dee: Calgary's first Lao Thai street food kitchen, founded by three sisters cooking their retired mother's recipes. Expect sticky rice, fresh herbs, and a standout spicy Laotian papaya salad best ordered with meat.

🍴 The Beltliner: A playful spin on the classic diner, named after the old streetcar line that once ran along 12th Avenue SW. The menu leans on local, seasonal ingredients for dishes like a Benedict, brown butter waffles, and tater tot poutine, with a to-go coffee counter serving the house Route #5 blend on the side.

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🎟️ GlobalFest: International Fireworks Festival: Spruce Meadows hosts four nights of culture, food, and fireworks from August 27 to 30, with each evening spotlighting a different country — Japan, Mexico, Italy, and a closing World Finale. Expect a 600-drone light show, cultural pavilions, and live performances.

🎟️ Last Ride Down the Thunder Slide: Village Square Leisure Centre says goodbye to its Thunder Slide on August 30 before it's replaced, with a '90s-themed send-off complete with retro pricing and a DJ. Admission is $4, with kids five and under free.

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