Weekend agenda: June 17-19, 2021
Coming up this weekend, livestream concerts featuring Ruth B.'s new album, plus the Whyte Avenue Art Walk continues.
Briefs
Here are the latest briefs from Taproot Edmonton
A moment in history: June 17, 1948
On this day in 1948, Whyte Avenue was undergoing a business boom.
Municipal election rundown: June 17
Every week in the lead up to Edmonton's municipal election on Oct. 18, we're rounding up the news and announcements you need to know to stay informed.
Vibrancy strategy aims to support the recovery of Downtown Edmonton
The Downtown Vibrancy Strategy is "a call for action" to support the recovery of Edmonton's downtown from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Chart of the week: Edmonton's vaccination rates
This chart demonstrates the correlation between the number of vaccine doses administered and the number of active cases in the Edmonton zone, using AHS data compiled by the City of Edmonton.
Speaking Municipally: Episode 133
In Episode 133 of Speaking Municipally, hosts Troy Pavlek and Mack Male talk about Arc, the new smart fare system rolling out this summer.
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Coming up this week: June 14-18, 2021
Coming up this week, sign up for Startup TNT's investment summit, plus Edmonton's largest annual volunteer fair is back.
Coming up at council: June 14-18, 2021
The Capital Line South Extension project is ready for procurement and would extend the LRT another 4.5 kilometres from Century Park to the Heritage Valley Park and Ride at Ellerslie Road with a new station at Twin Brooks.
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Podcast pick: That's Food
That's Food is CSJR Radio's foodie podcast that tells "the backstory to food in Edmonton, one meal at a time." Last month, Season 2 hit the airwaves.