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Good morning, Edmonton and surrounding areas! Happy Saturday! ☀️
K Days is in full swing at the EXPO Centre, and today's issue covers a big shake up at Global Edmonton, a full weekend bridge closure, and a milestone update on Alberta's energy rebate. Storms roll in later tonight, so keep today's forecast handy if you are headed out.
Global Edmonton Loses an Anchor as Corus Moves Production to Toronto
What is happening at Global Edmonton?
Corus Entertainment confirmed this week it is centralizing the technical production of Global News Edmonton and Calgary broadcasts in Toronto, with Unifor reporting 43 jobs cut nationally and about 28 in Alberta.
Global Edmonton's six o'clock co anchor Scott Roberts announced on social media he was among those let go.
The cuts come as Corus continues to grapple with steep declines in advertising revenue.
A tough one for local news, and for a familiar face many of you have watched for years.
Low Level Bridge Fully Closed This Weekend
What is happening with the Low Level Bridge this weekend?
Both directions of the Low Level Bridge, plus parts of Connors Road and Scona Road, are fully closed from Friday night through Monday morning while crews restore the temporary paved detour.
The closure runs until 6am Monday, with 99A Street also closed between Scona Road and the bridges.
The James Macdonald Bridge is the recommended alternate route.
Plan an extra few minutes if you are headed downtown this weekend.
Close to 800,000 Albertans Have Applied for the $100 Energy Rebate
Have you applied for Alberta's energy rebate yet?
Premier Smith says close to 800,000 people have applied for the province's one time $100 energy rebate, with payments already starting to land for those approved.
The rebate is open to Albertans with household income under $225,000, and the portal closes at the end of September.
The province says it has blocked about 35,000 fraudulent applications so far.
If you have not applied yet, this is your reminder.
Two Stony Plain Residents Killed in Highway Crash Near Enoch
What happened in the Parkland County crash?
A 69 year old man and 64 year old woman from Stony Plain died Thursday when their SUV collided with a pickup truck at Highway 627 and Highway 60 in the Parkland County and Enoch area.
The pickup driver was seriously injured and taken to hospital.
A collision reconstructionist is investigating the cause.
Keeping their family and the Stony Plain community in our thoughts today.
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Manitoba's Wildfire Evacuation Grows as State of Emergency Continues
How bad are the wildfires in Manitoba right now?
Manitoba remains under a provincewide state of emergency as wildfires keep spreading, with mandatory evacuation orders now covering Leaf Rapids, Snow Lake and several northern communities on top of the roughly 17,000 people already displaced.
Nearly 900 wildfires were burning across Canada as of Friday.
Winnipeg's convention centre is one of the main reception sites for evacuees.
A reminder of just how intense this fire season has become across the country.
Trump Threatens New Tariffs on Canada Over Wildfire Smoke
Why is Trump threatening new tariffs on Canada?
President Trump said this week he plans to add the cost of wildfire smoke pollution drifting into US cities onto Canada's existing tariffs, calling the situation totally unacceptable.
He said he will demand an explanation from Prime Minister Carney.
Trade experts note tariffs normally apply only to physical goods, so how this would actually work is unclear.
One more twist in an already complicated trade relationship.
Argentina Faces FIFA Investigation Over Falklands Banner
What did Argentina's players do to spark a FIFA investigation?
Argentine players held up a banner reading Las Malvinas son Argentinas while celebrating their World Cup semifinal win over England, prompting the UK government to call for a FIFA investigation ahead of Sunday's final against Spain.
FIFA's disciplinary code prohibits political messages at stadiums.
Argentina's president has defended the players, calling the celebration perfectly valid.
One more twist before Sunday's final kicks off.
US and Iran Widen Strikes as Jordan and Kuwait Intercept Missiles
What is the latest in the US Iran conflict?
The US carried out a seventh straight night of strikes on Iran, hitting bridges near the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran retaliated with missiles and drones against US allies in the Gulf.
Jordan's air defences intercepted 10 Iranian missiles early Saturday.
Kuwait's systems engaged incoming threats as the conflict entered its fifth month.
Worth keeping an eye on given the impact on global oil markets.
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Day ⬆5° 6° higher than historical avg. Night ⬆4° higher than historical avg.
Edmonton Weather: Saturday July 18
Saturday stays hot with a high near 30C, but skies turn active late in the day with a risk of strong thunderstorms and an isolated tornado threat moving through the region this evening. Showers continue into the night with a low near 16C, so keep an eye on the sky if you are out at K Days or anywhere outdoors tonight.
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Events Happening in Edmonton and Surrounding Areas
Saturday July 18
🌸 Chalk it Up! 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sat Jul 18 · ⏰ Morning–midday · 📍 Blue Quill Park, Edmontonfamilyfuncanada
🌸 Pigmonton Days 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sat Jul 18 · ⏰ Daytime · 📍 Rosie’s Best Friends Farm Sanctuary, Rich Valleyfamilyfuncanada
🌸 Family Fun Day & Scavenger Hunt 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sat Jul 18 · ⏰ Daytime · 📍 Beside Miller’s Ice Cream, Fort Saskatchewanfamilyfuncanada
🌸 The Corgi Derby 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sat Jul 18 · ⏰ Daytime · 📍 Century Mile Racetrack & Casino, near Edmonton Int’l Airportfamilyfuncanada
🌸 Leduc West Antique Society Annual Exposition – Day 1 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sat Jul 18 · ⏰ 9:00 AM–5:00 PM · 📍 Leduc West Antique Society, Calmar areafamilyfuncanada+1
🌸 Wedding Weekend at Fort Edmonton Park – Day 1 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sat Jul 18 · ⏰ 10:00 AM–5:00 PM · 📍 Fort Edmonton Park, Edmontonedmontonplaygrounds.substack
🌸 Disney Movie Month – Inside Out 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sat Jul 18 · ⏰ 10:00 AM (doors 9:00 AM) · 📍 Capitol Theatre, Fort Edmonton Park, Edmontonedmontonplaygrounds.substack
🌸 Reel Family Cinema – Spy Kids 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sat Jul 18 · ⏰ 12:45 PM · 📍 Metro Cinema, Garneau, Edmontonedmontonplaygrounds.substack
🌸 Indigo Summer Play Days – Pokémon Card Event 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sat Jul 18 · ⏰ 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM · 📍 Indigo stores, Edmonton areaedmontonplaygrounds.substack
🌸 Currents Car Show 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sat Jul 18 · ⏰ 10:00 AM–2:00 PM · 📍 Currents, southwest Edmontonedmontonplaygrounds.substack
🌸 Jaws at the Lake (Shark Tale + Jaws) 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sat Jul 18 · ⏰ Evening · 📍 Lakefront Park, Sylvan Lakefamilyfuncanada
🌸 Downtown Farmers’ Market 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sat Jul 18 · ⏰ ~10:00 AM–3:00 PM · 📍 104 St & Jasper Ave, Edmontonedmonton
🌸 Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market (Saturday) 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sat Jul 18 · ⏰ 8:00 AM–3:00 PM · 📍 10310 83 Ave NW, Edmontonedmonton+1
🌸 South Common Farmers’ Market 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sat Jul 18 · ⏰ Seasonal hours · 📍 150 Karl Clark Rd, Edmontoninfoedmonton
🌸 St. Albert Farmers’ Market 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sat Jul 18 · ⏰ 10:00 AM–3:00 PM · 📍 Downtown St. Albertedmonton+1
🌸 Spruce Grove Market at the Elevator 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sat Jul 18 · ⏰ 10:00 AM–2:00 PM · 📍 120 Railway Ave, Spruce Groveedifyedmonton
🌸 Stony Plain Farmers’ Market 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sat Jul 18 · ⏰ 9:00 AM–1:00 PM · 📍 5008 51 Ave, Stony Plain Community Centreedifyedmonton
🎭 Magpie Collection Dance Festival 🎟️ Details
🗓 July 18 to 26 · ⏰ Festival hours · 📍 Edmonton
A dance festival featuring short works by multiple choreographers.
🎡 K Days 🎟️ Details
🗓 July 18 to 26 · ⏰ 11am to 11pm daily · 📍 Edmonton EXPO Centre
Ten days of rides, food and headline concerts kick off today.
🌸 Taste of Edmonton 🎟️ Details
🗓 July 18–26 · ⏰ 11:00 AM–10:00/11:00 PM · 📍 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmontontasteofedm+1
🌸 ICE District Summer of Soccer 🎟️ Details
🗓 All July · ⏰ Match times vary · 📍 ICE District Plaza & Fan Park, Edmontonicedistrict
🌸 ICE District World Cup Watch Party 🎟️ Details
🗓 Fri Jul 18 Sun Jul 19 · ⏰ Match times vary · 📍 ICE District Plaza & Fan Park, Edmontonicedistrict
🌸 Bountiful Farmers’ Market 🎟️ Details
🗓 Fri–Sun Jul 17–19 · ⏰ 10:00 AM–4:00 PM (Fri/Sun), 9:00 AM–4:00 PM (Sat) · 📍 3696 97 St NW, Edmontonedmonton+1
Sunday July 19
🌸 Leduc West Antique Society Annual Exposition – Day 2 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sun Jul 19 · ⏰ 9:00 AM–5:00 PM · 📍 Leduc West Antique Society, Calmar areafamilyfuncanada+1
🌸 Design Lab Sundays – Make Your Own Journal 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sun Jul 19 · ⏰ 10:00 AM–11:30 AM · 📍 Art Gallery of Alberta, Edmontonedmontonplaygrounds.substack
🌸 Michaels Drop‑In Crafting – Frozen Friendly Pots 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sun Jul 19 · ⏰ 1:00 PM–3:00 PM · 📍 Michaels stores, Edmonton areaedmontonplaygrounds.substack
🌸 Christmas in July Big Rig Show & Shine 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sun Jul 19 · ⏰ Daytime · 📍 Blackjacks Roadhouse, Niskufamilyfuncanada
🌸 National Ice Cream Day Ideas 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sun Jul 19 · ⏰ All day · 📍 Various ice‑cream spots, Edmontonfamilyfuncanada
🌸 Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market (Sunday) 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sun Jul 19 · ⏰ 11:00 AM–3:00 PM · 📍 10310 83 Ave NW, Edmontonosfm+1
🌸 Century Park Market 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sun Jul 19 · ⏰ 10:00 AM–3:00 PM · 📍 10915 23 Ave NW, Edmontonedmonton+1
🌸 124 Grand Market (Sunday) 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sun Jul 19 · ⏰ 11:00 AM–3:00 PM · 📍 102 Ave & 124 St, Edmontonedmonton+1
🌸 Miller Crossing Farmers’ Market 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sun Jul 19 · ⏰ ~11:00 AM–3:00 PM · 📍 14339 50 St NW, Edmontonmcfarmersmarket+1
🌸 Morinville Farmers’ Market 🎟️ Details
🗓 Sun Jul 19 · ⏰ 11:00 AM–3:00 PM · 📍 Morinville (104 St area)edifyedmonton
THIS OR THAT 🗳️
K Days is in full swing at the EXPO Centre today, or the Neon Skies Festival takes over ICE District tonight with Kesha, Slayyyter and Heidi Montag. Midway rides and fair food, or a concert under the lights?
Hit reply and tell us which one wins your Saturday.