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Amir Said

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

Calgary Flames stars coming to Okotoks this week

Calgary Flames stars coming to Okotoks this week

Get autographs from two Flames players at Light Up Okotoks on Nov. 22.
Okotoks musicians proud to play for Calgary Youth Orchestra

Okotoks musicians proud to play for Calgary Youth Orchestra

Alberta High School of Fine Arts students Nolan Asplund and Madeleine Ryan represent Okotoks on the world-renowned youth orchestra.
Town of Diamond Valley seeking feedback on future development

Town of Diamond Valley seeking feedback on future development

An updated municipal development plan is needed in light of significant interest in Diamond Valley by developers.
Avenue of Trees makes annual return to Okotoks

Avenue of Trees makes annual return to Okotoks

Decorated trees, part of an annual Sheep River Health Trust fundraiser, are on display at Best Western until Dec. 17.
GALLERY: FAIM entrepreneurs shine at Okotoks market

GALLERY: FAIM entrepreneurs shine at Okotoks market

FAIM's Christmas market on Saturday, Nov. 16 featured local entrepreneurs and a bake sale.
French students call Foothills home in four-week exchange

French students call Foothills home in four-week exchange

Foothills School Division welcomed 15 students from France for a four-week English immersion exchange, with 10 staying in Okotoks and five in High River.
GALLERY: Okotoks students shave heads in cancer fundraiser

GALLERY: Okotoks students shave heads in cancer fundraiser

École Beausoleil students took part in Kids Cancer Care's Rock Your Locks campaign on Nov. 15.
Foothills MP among 17 Conservatives that sought federal housing funds

Foothills MP among 17 Conservatives that sought federal housing funds

The Housing Accelerator Fund has not been accessed by any municipalities in Foothills County.
Town of Diamond Valley shifting to biweekly garbage collection

Town of Diamond Valley shifting to biweekly garbage collection

The shift is an effort to encourage proper waste management by residents and will come with significant savings, says the Town.
Town of Okotoks talks downtown development at open house

Town of Okotoks talks downtown development at open house

Parking and traffic disruptions are among the top concerns being addressed by the Town.
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