Amir Said

Amir Said is a reporter and photographer covering local news in Okotoks and Foothills County. Amir graduated from the University of Regina, where he was a student journalist, and worked with non-profits in Regina and Calgary before joining the Western Wheel.

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Recent Work by Amir

Over $730,000 in gov't funding going to Alberta agriculture education

The funding will go toward Alberta 4-H's youth agriculture programs with a focus on experience-based learning and mental health.

Nov 14, 2024 6:15 AM Read more >

Ten years after forming, a Southern Alberta Legion is still looking for a building

The Okotoks Legion got its charter on Oct. 29, 2014, making it the first new Legion branch in 33 years.

Nov 11, 2024 3:15 PM Read more >

Alberta NDP reflecting on party's rural priorities

The Alberta NDP rural caucus met to celebrate the party's rural roots and discuss the way forward.

Nov 6, 2024 8:06 AM Read more >

$110,000 investment reminds Albertans to 'Rat on Rats'

"This campaign will educate and remind Albertans to do their part to keep the pest out of our province," said Ag Minister RJ Sigurdson.

Nov 5, 2024 4:45 PM Read more >

Southern Alberta man wants to cover his house in Christmas lights this year

An Alberta man has put out a call on Facebook to add to the 750 feet of lights already decorating his house.

Nov 3, 2024 12:15 PM Read more >

Alberta D-Day veteran celebrates 100th birthday

Capt. William Wilson of High River was joined by family, colleagues and supporters, including Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, at his centennial celebration.

Oct 29, 2024 1:45 PM Read more >

GALLERY: "My Life With the Walter Boys" filming in Southern Alberta

Netflix production crews were in Okotoks this week filming the coming-of-age drama "My Life with the Walter Boys".

Oct 29, 2024 9:50 AM Read more >

Okotoks brewery takes home national beer awards

Hub Town Brewing took home two medals, including one gold, at the 2024 Canada Beer Cup.

Oct 26, 2024 2:45 PM Read more >

Federal bill threatens Alberta's livestock industry: Sigurdson

The Pandemic Prevention and Preparedness Act proposes that the Canadian government be permitted to "regulate" the agri-food sector, including industrial animal agriculture.

Oct 24, 2024 5:20 PM Read more >

Radon exposure in Canada is up according to new study

The report reveals nearly 18 per cent of Canadian homes contain radon levels at or above 200 Bq/m³, the threshold at which Health Canada advises action to reduce indoor radon levels.

Oct 23, 2024 5:15 PM Read more >

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