CA Strong: Red Deer, Blackfalds, Sylvan Lake, Lacombe

In an effort to harness and showcase positivity through central Alberta, the Sunny 94 news team has been searching for stories that show connectedness, community and compassion.

Each week, we will add new stories that recap some of the lighthearted and hopeful events, stories and photos that we find in our communities.

Check back to our stories regularly for links to uplifting, positive messaging, stories and photographs that showcase the strength, resiliency and community of central Albertans.

Email us at news@sunny94.com with your positivity, and use the hashtag #CAStrong in your social media posts to help stay connected to all the good happening in YOUR community!

Lacombe:

-Positive messaging 'outbreak' in Lacombe

- LCHS welding teacher nominated for teaching excellence award

-Local cafe owner inspired to get creative amid pandemicto get creative amid pandemic

-EcoVision and Agriculture students at LCHS continue to see praise for innovation

-'Fix your bike for the food bank' takes off in Lacombe'Fix your bike for the food bank' takes off in Lacombe

-Easter Bunny makes visits for food bank donations

-Ugly's Pub and Grill continues to offer free meals during the pandemic

-14-year-old creates 3-D printed mask straps for frontline workers

-St. Andrews Church ringing their bells on Saturdays to honour healthcare workers

Red Deer:

-RD Catholic Regional Schools supporting 50+ families with lunches