Grey County Morning Brief — Saturday, October 24, 2026

Saturday, October 24, 2026

Election Owen Sound’s first week of advance voting drew 19% of eligible voters; final voting day is Monday with results expected at approximately 8:10 p.m. Owen Sound The city clerk has outlined how Monday night’s vote count will unfold, including restrictions on phone use at counting locations. Owen Sound Current

Civic / Economy A multi-agency task force is now active in Owen Sound to manage economic fallout from two major impending industrial closures, with a separate update from the city manager’s office addressing TC Transcontinental specifically. CKNX | Owen Sound Owen Sound’s city manager has not disclosed when two senior staff members departed or who is currently carrying out water management duties. Owen Sound Current

Community Grey County has launched a new “Connect Grey” online hub where residents can submit feedback on local projects and issues. CKNX Grey Highlands has posted an update on the status of the Markdale Arena. Grey Highlands

Environment The final household hazardous waste drop-off of the year takes place Saturday, open to residents of Owen Sound, Chatsworth, Georgian Bluffs, Grey Highlands, and Meaford. CKNX

Public Safety A Grey County man and two Chatham-Kent hunters pleaded guilty to unlawful hunting violations spanning multiple seasons, resulting in fines. CKNX

Around the county: Southgate has posted a Waste Reduction Week notice for residents. Southgate