Staff at the Lethbridge and District Exhibition say they need more than $4.6 million to demolish three of the old pavilions at the site of the Agri-Food Hub and Trade Centre. Members of the Economic SPC voted in favour of a motion saying they will provide progress payments for the funds requested. The Lethbridge and […]Read More
Construction on the Agri-Food Hub and Trade Centre continues and Mike Warkentin, CEO of Lethbridge & District Exhibition says the fall weather allowed workers to really get ahead on the project. Warkentin offers an update as to some of the newest items being built inside of the facility. “It is nice and toasty warm […]Read More
If you take a cruise down Parkside Drive by Henderson Lake you may see a new name in the future. The Civic Works Standing Policy Committee recommended that Lethbridge City Council name the current area Exhibition Way. It would be to honour the Lethbridge and District Exhibition. The area is located adjacent to the new […]Read More
Indigenous dancers put their best foot forward Wednesday afternoon during Whoop Up Days. The Lethbridge and District Exhibition Pow Wow and Princess Pageant is showcasing dancers from across the Blackfoot Confederacy who are going head-to-head for some big cash prizes. Video Journalist Micah Quinn was at Exhibition Park to take in the grand entry and […]Read More
BBQ lovers are set for a treat. The Smoke Wind and Fire event showcases the best in BBQ culture during a two day meat smoking extravaganza. The Lethbridge District and Exhibition and Alberta Pork are partnering together on this. Video Journalist Micah Quinn has the details on this exciting event that features a Stirling, Alberta […]Read More
Whoop Up Days is set to return on August 23 for more family fun and entertainment. The Lethbridge and District Exhibition made the announcement on Tuesday morning. Video Journalist Micah Quinn has more on the special event that will be restriction free this time around.Read More
A beautiful bronze statue has now made its way to our city. The Legacy of Alberta pays tribute to the veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice protecting our freedoms during World War I. Video Journalist Micah Quinn has more on the special statue that will be placed for all to see at the Lethbridge and […]Read More
Agriculture exhibitors from around the world have gathered in Lethbridge to showcase their top products to improve ag production. The Ag Expo and North American Seed Fair kicked off on Wednesday at Exhibition Park. There are over 200 exhibitors this year. Lethbridge and District Exhibition CEO, Mike Warkentin, says agriculture is the lifeline of southern […]Read More
The Lethbridge and District Exhibition is celebrating 125 years in our city. Some of the upcoming events being planned to celebrate include the Lotteries Program, Ag Expo, and Whoop Up Days. The events centre is expected to entertain over 400,000 guests for the upcoming season. The group’s CEO, Mike Warkentin, says 2022 is a unique […]Read More
A local artist has unveiled a new bronze statue commemorating the legacy of veterans from Lethbridge as an artillery city. The statue is modelled after the last gun to fire in World War I from the Lethbridge 39th Battery. As Micah Quinn explains, it took the artist close to two years to complete the work […]Read More
Two students from southwestern Alberta are set to become $10,000 richer. The Rotary Club of Lethbridge East and District Exhibition announced the Agriculture Scholarship Award program at Exhibition Park. The honour recognizes the importance that agriculture plays in our region and awards scholarship money to some of the top agriculture students. In order to qualify […]Read More
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