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Lacombe County is proud to recognize Theo and Claudine Bruning of Hillside Poultry Farm as the 2025 Farm Family of the Year.

Due to recent cooler weather, Lacombe County has downgraded the Fire Restriction to a Fire Advisory. While this change reflects improved conditions, fire danger remains high to very high in many areas of Lacombe County, and residents are urged to exercise extreme caution and prioritize fire prevention at all times. 

Here are the official results of Lacombe County's 2025 Municipal Election.

Check out the unofficial results of Lacombe County’s 2025 municipal election.  Official results will be published at noon on Friday, October 24, 2025. 

The October issue of County News is now available! In this edition: Reeve Barb Shepherd’s farewell message, 2025 Municipal Election information, and stories celebrating our local firefighters, businesses, and community initiatives.

If you own a water well, understanding how it works and how to protect it is essential. Alberta Environment and Protected Areas is offering a free virtual workshop series to help well owners learn how to properly manage and maintain their wells.

Lacombe County residents will head to the polls this fall as part of Alberta’s municipal election on Monday, October 20, 2025.

October 5-11, 2025 is National Fire Prevention Week, and this year's theme is “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.”

Lacombe County is currently accepting applications for the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (SDAB) and the Assessment Review Board (ARB). These boards are vital to ensuring fair and independent decision-making on matters such as development, subdivisions, stop orders, and property assessment complaints.

Do you enjoy taking photos of landscapes, wildlife, or special moments in nature? Lacombe County invites you to showcase your talent in the 2025 Environmental Photo Contest, running October 1–31, 2025.