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Stan Ashbee

Stan Ashbee is a news reporter, entertainment journalist, singer, songwriter, guitarist, poet and dad. Stan has been with Vista Radio and My Lethbridge Now since January 2024. Prior to working in radio, Stan was a managing editor and journalist for several southern Alberta newspapers and online publications for over 15 years. He was also a mobile DJ/host for over 20 years.

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Nominations open for annual Lethbridge Pride Awards

Community Stan Ashbee -
In June, the Lethbridge Pride Awards Gala returns, with seven different categories to be awarded, including the Young Leadership Award and the Arts and Culture Award. 

Pop culture conventions just like a ‘modern-day carnival’

Entertainment Stan Ashbee -
What do Michael J. Fox, Peggy the Dog (Dogpool) from Deadpool and Wolverine and Alicia Silverstone have in common? They’re guests at this year’s Calgary Comics and Entertainment Expo Apr. 24-27 at Stampede Park. 

‘Doh!’ – Albertans swear most online, according to new study

Lifestyle Stan Ashbee -
Canada ranks as the fifth most foul-mouthed nation in the world, with almost three in five Canadians or 58 per cent admitting to relying on swear words frequently when chatting with friends. 

Residential Parking Permits up for renewal 

Lethbridge City Hall Stan Ashbee -
Permits are due for annual renewal, for those Lethbridge residents living in Residential Parking Permit areas. 

New early childhood literacy program rolls into Coalhurst

Community Stan Ashbee -
Parents or caregivers and their young children can soon “hop aboard” The ABC Express in Coalhurst, a new early childhood literacy program offered through the Lethbridge Public Library Bookmobile, in partnership with Family and Community Support Services.

Confirmed cases of measles prompt public alert to potential exposures 

Health Care Stan Ashbee -
Alberta Health Services has been notified of additional cases of measles within the South Zone.

Canadian icon Rick Mercer to be featured at LFS ‘Spring to Light’ benefit gala

Non-Profit Stan Ashbee -
Lethbridge Family Services is hosting its first-ever signature fundraising event Spring to Light Apr. 25 with special guest Rick Mercer. 

Police charge male, recover stolen vehicle and bike 

Crime Stan Ashbee -
Lethbridge Police have charged a 28-year-old male after recovering a stolen truck and high-end bicycle. A second male was also apprehended in connection with the incident, following a search of the river valley. 

EPIC Day gives students a chance to explore possible career paths

Education Stan Ashbee -
It was an EPIC day, thanks to Career Transitions and its career conference for 600 middle and high school students. The event was held Wednesday at the Agri-food Hub and Trade Centre. 

Nominations open for U of L Alumni Achievement Awards

University of Lethbridge Stan Ashbee -
The University of Lethbridge Alumni Association, representing nearly 55,000 alumni worldwide, is seeking nominations for its annual suite of awards celebrating the achievements of ULethbridge graduates. 

Two more locations approved for food trucks and mobile vending

Lethbridge City Hall Stan Ashbee -
There are now five approved locations in Lethbridge where food trucks and mobile vending machines can set up on a first-come, first-served basis, according to the City of Lethbridge.

Lethbridge Police welcome Police Service Dog Brandon to the K9 unit

Police & RCMP Stan Ashbee -
Lethbridge Police welcomed the newest four-legged member to the K9 unit. 

Valedictorian named for first class to graduate from Lethbridge Polytechnic

Lethbridge Polytechnic Stan Ashbee -
Lethbridge Polytechnic Agronomy student Abigayle Terrill has been named valedictorian of the first class to graduate from Lethbridge Polytechnic. 

Lethbridge hosts the ultimate pickleball tournament next month

Sports Stan Ashbee -
Pickleball could be considered one of the world’s fastest growing sports. Next month, the Lethbridge and District Pickleball Tournament will be held at the Agri-food Hub and Trade Centre May 2-4.

Lethbridge supports Safety Telecommunicators Week

Lethbridge City Hall Stan Ashbee -
This week, the City of Lethbridge supports National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, a time to recognize the important work of Emergency Communications Officers.

City warns community of Lethbridge Transit Fare Card scam 

Lethbridge City Hall Stan Ashbee -
There’s a payment scam circulating on Facebook regarding purchasing an ‘unlimited travel smartcard,’ according to the City of Lethbridge.
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Nominations open for annual Lethbridge Pride Awards

Community
In June, the Lethbridge Pride Awards Gala returns, with seven different categories to be awarded, including the Young Leadership Award and the Arts and Culture Award. 

Foothills candidate says a Conservative government will ‘get our financial house in order’

Federal Election 2025
Affordability is one of the top issues the Conservative candidate for the Foothills riding says he is hearing about when talking to those in the community. 

New challenge highlights conservation efforts in Lethbridge

Community
A new environmental challenge has been launched in Lethbridge.

Pop culture conventions just like a ‘modern-day carnival’

Entertainment
What do Michael J. Fox, Peggy the Dog (Dogpool) from Deadpool and Wolverine and Alicia Silverstone have in common? They’re guests at this year’s Calgary Comics and Entertainment Expo Apr. 24-27 at Stampede Park. 

Coaldale Town Council collectively announces bid for re-election

Elections
Later this year Coaldale residents have the chance to vote back in the sitting town council, with all seven councillors announcing they will be running for re-election.
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