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Abbotsford Agrifair opens today at Exhibition Park — stop by for pig races, the RCMP Musical Ride, a demolition derby, and more through Sunday. If the fair isn't your thing, there's also a free outdoor movie at Cultus Lake tonight and live music at Greendale Acres tomorrow.

– Emily

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When Langley City residents head to the polls on October 17, they'll be asked to share their views on two proposed community facility expansions alongside their regular election ballot.

The Community Opinion Vote — which is non-binding and separate from any official referendum — will ask eligible voters whether they support the city continuing planning work on two projects: expanding Timms Community Centre combined with a new Performing Arts and Cultural Centre, and expanding Al Anderson Pool to provide year-round access.

The vote is being held because both projects would involve long-term investments with property tax implications. The incoming council will use the results to understand community priorities before deciding whether to move forward with further planning, seek other funding sources, or take any other steps.

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🎰 A consortium of communities from the Ts'elxwéyeqw Tribe has completed the acquisition of Elements Casino Chilliwack from Great Canadian Entertainment, marking what the tribe calls a transformational milestone in its economic development. [Business Wire]

🔍 IHIT is seeking information after 75-year-old Larry Greig was found seriously injured in Langley on Canada Day following an altercation outside a licensed establishment. He died in hospital on July 9. [Canadian Press]

🛴 Chilliwack is reminding parents that e-scooters are illegal for anyone under 16, after reports of accidents involving children and a doubling of e-scooter-related emergency room visits at BC Children's Hospital over the past year. [City of Chilliwack]

🚤 Chilliwack RCMP used a drone to deliver a life jacket and a jet boat to rescue a man trapped in the swift-moving waters of the Fraser River on July 28. [Fraser Valley Today]

🔥 The Brunswick Complex wildfires near Boston Bar are not currently growing at a significant rate, though both the Ainslie Creek and Brunswick Creek fires remain out of control. Highway 1 remains closed between Spuzzum Creek Road and Jackass Summit. [Chilliwack Progress]

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Spencer Jo at JuveeSkate Night: Acoustic folk punk artist Spencer Jo plays a live set at HMI Skate Park tonight, as part of JuveeSkate Night. Free community event starting at 2:30 PM.

Abbotsford Agrifair: The beloved country fair opens tomorrow at Abbotsford Exhibition Park, running July 31 to August 2 with the RCMP Musical Ride, demolition derby, pig races, farm animals, and more.

Petersen Duo at Greendale Acres: The Petersen Duo plays a live evening set at Greendale Acres as part of the Sundown Music Series on August 1, with flower fields, food, and lawn chair-friendly vibes.

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