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HighOnCity · The Calgary Archive

Sunday · Aug 9, 2026

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11:34
PM
Pulse

Cat survives brutal coyote attack; owner warns about outdoor pets

cat owner sharing update on huxley, who survived a coyote attack near chinook — his face is shattered, jaw and cheekbone broken, came terrifyingly close to a skull crush. he's...

11:04
PM
News Brief

Calgary gas bills to rise $2.45 monthly as franchise fee agreement heads to regulator

Fixed gas price cost jumping from $3.15 to $5.67 per gigajoule starting January 2027. Public feedback period open through August 25.

10:34
PM
Pulse

Where to take beginner ice skating lessons in Calgary

new to calgary and want beginner skating lessons? people are comparing city of calgary, ucalgary, and winsport programs — asking about class size, instructor attention, actual...

7:49
PM
Pulse

Supercross at McMahon last night got cut short by a storm

The World Supercross Championship at McMahon Stadium yesterday had to wrap early when a storm rolled through. Still drew a solid crowd before the weather shut things down.

7:00
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Tonight

Chiodos with 156/Silence

The Palace Theatre - Calgary

7:00
PM
Tonight

Chiodos with Second Harbour, Sace6 & 156/Silence

The Palace Theatre

6:19
PM
Pulse

Seoul Korean BBQ is closing today

Seoul Korean BBQ is shutting down today after announcing the closure two days ago on Instagram. The spot's being replaced by Mapo Galbee, which already had its soft opening.

2:35
PM
Pulse

Calgary couple welcomes IVF quadruplets

A Calgary couple just had quadruplets through IVF. That's four at once. No other details yet but it's the kind of thing that hits different when you see it actually happen in your city.

1:35
PM
Pulse

Rose Disco VIP experience falls short for Calgary attendees

Someone paid extra for VIP at Rose Disco at Confluence yesterday and came away frustrated. The VIP bar had basically nothing — one beer, a gin cocktail, one vodka pink drink...

12:35
PM
News Brief

Mount Royal University ordered to give staff three hours' notice of anti-abortion protests

An arbitrator found the university failed to protect an employee traumatized by graphic images at demonstrations. New rules require advance warning and restricted protest zones.

8:11
AM
Pulse

Someone found vintage Calgary ads on an old VHS tape

Reddit user dug up some ancient local ads recorded on VHS and yeah, simpler times. The nostalgia hit different when it's your actual city from decades back.

7:45
AM
Pulse

Wild summer storms tearing through the city

Heavy thunder, hail, and lightning hammering the city right now — West Springs getting pounded, NW getting nautical conditions, Saddleridge reporting shaking houses and...

7:42
AM
Feature

Things to do in Calgary this week: August 9–15

Daniel Caesar and 070 Shake anchor Friday's headline show at the Dome; Jo Koy and Chelsea Handler bring comedy midweek and weekend; The Pretty Reckless close out a rain-heavy...

7:20
AM
Pulse

Supercross championship cut short by storm

World Supercross Championship came through Calgary yesterday and it was wild — until a storm rolled in and forced a red flag on the final race. Amazing event up until the weather hit.

6:54
AM
News Brief

How Calgary Zoo trains its Amur tigers for their own medical care

Trainers work with Sarma and Vasili using positive reinforcement so the 14- and 15-year-old cats voluntarily participate in health checks.

6:28
AM
Pulse

Lightning over the Beltline after 400 long-exposure attempts

Someone spent the storm last night shooting 400 long-exposure frames over the Beltline and got one genuinely stunning lightning shot. 0.25% success rate but the payoff was worth it.

6:03
AM
Neighborhoods

Water main break and sinkhole take down 20 Bowness businesses Saturday

Westbound Bowness Road closed after a break opened a hole large enough to crash a car; another break hit Banff Trail.

5:37
AM
News Brief

Calgary Wild FC rallies past Vancouver Rise for first NSL win of season

Teenage Stewart twins combine for crucial goals in dramatic 3-2 comeback at midseason point.