Cardston, Alta., to end longstanding ban on alcohol sales

Town council in Cardston, Alta., made a historic decision Tuesday night. After 121 years, the community is no longer a dry town when it comes to alcohol sales. Council voted 5-2 to lift a ban on sales that has stood since 1902. "It might have a very changing effect on our town. We will not know until it happens," said Mayor Maggie Kronen. "Do I have fears? I do. But I trust the people, also." Kronen's remarks came after an emotional council meeting where councillors and members of the community