Commentary

Dear editor, Is there a line our value system does not want crossed when it comes to freedom of speech? The present feeling is anyone can say anything about anybody because that is freedom of speech. Well, I’m sorry to report it isn’t quite that way. There are libel laws preventing me from calling my [...] Read More »

Dear editor, I’m writing regarding our local college’s decision to host a Rebel News Panel. Medicine Hat College’s motto is “Scientia Mentem Sustinet,” which is Latin for “Knowledge Sustains the Mind.” This motto invites a reasonable inquiry into the College’s decision to host Rebel News Panelist Tamara Lich – among others – as a speaker. [...] Read More »

Dear editor, Having lived/worked in this region of the Prairies all my life and as a descendant of a NWMP/ranching family that arrived in 1884/86, I am “way past tolerant” with the current Alberta sovereignty and separatist rhetoric. In addition to my family helping settle this region, I had a great uncle who survived the [...] Read More »

Dear editor, I would like to thank city council for their vision on going ahead with the Saamis Solar project. It is needed and welcomed by the majority of citizens of Medicine Hat. The minority are always the loudest but that does not make them right. Our premier is doing her best to slow down [...] Read More »

Dear editor, Recently, separatists operating under the name “Alberta Prosperity Project” held three meetings in the U.S. with officials in the Trump administration. The separatists were trying to obtain a $500 billion loan so as to fund their desired independent Alberta. Literature and advertising used by these separatists promise a greatly richer Alberta after their [...] Read More »

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Source: Medalta 2026 Museum Opening Join us on Saturday, February 7th from 10am – 4pm for our 2026 Museum Opening! Enjoy free admission, complimentary guided tours, and 10% off Medalta wares The post 2026 Museum Opening appeared first on Medalta[...] Read More »

Source: Medalta Archaeology Field School @ Medalta Dig into the past with our annual Archaeology Field School @ Medalta! This summer workshop is your chance to unearth real stories, artifacts, and the industrial heritage that shaped Canada’s ceramic legacy. The post Archaeology Field School @ Medalta appeared first on Medalta[...] Read More »

Source: Medalta Family Week Kids Camp @ Medalta Full-day kids day camps @ Medalta during the February Family break! Open to ages 6-12, these camps are packed with hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and plenty of smiles from Feb 17 – 20, 2026. The post Family Week Kids Camp @ Medalta appeared first [...] Read More »

Source: Medalta Reveal/Conceal: From Wheel to Sculptural Forms with Rob Froese Rob Froese’s 7-day workshop will focus on using the potters wheel as a tool to generate forms for sculptural assemblage.  The post Reveal/Conceal: From Wheel to Sculptural Forms with Rob Froese appeared first on Medalta[...] Read More »

In Alberta today, the sign of a broken social contract isn’t hidden – it’s in the line at the local food bank. That line now regularly includes working families with two incomes, people who play by the rules but are being crushed by the affordability crisis. When hard-working households cannot cover groceries, the idea that [...] Read More »

Calling all perimenopausal and menopausal ladies, this article is for you. Have you spent days with sinuses that feel like they could explode, a nose that is running a marathon, using eye drops or taking allergy pills like they are candy to alleviate the itching in your eyes? Is your skin itchy? Most days I [...] Read More »

Prime Minister Mark Carney stole the show at the Davos Economic Forum attended by world leaders, dazzling them with a dynamic presentation. Everyone except Donald Trump was impressed with his speech in which he outlined the issues facing middle powers like Canada, defined overbearing tactics of superpowers and offered appropriate solutions. Throwing a challenge to [...] Read More »

Have you ever wondered what drives people to volunteer? Why do people give their time and energy to causes without receiving any sort of monetary payment in return? We seem to be so driven towards money and getting paid for services we offer that we may have forgotten about the benefits volunteering offers not only [...] Read More »

When constituents see headlines about MLAs traveling to conferences, it’s fair to ask: why? What does this mean for our community? This month, I want to explain an important international partnership that directly benefits southeastern Alberta-the Pacific Northwest Economic Region, known as PNWER. PNWER is an economic development organization that brings together five U.S. states [...] Read More »

Tickled Pink It has been great to see the coverage of local curling bonspiels in our newspaper. Thank you to all the people involved in organizing and participating in these events. Ticked Off Medicine Hat College supporting separatists? There was hope at one time, but we have receded. This is further evidence. No wonder there [...] Read More »

Ticked Off The Alberta advantage is clearly a myth. Highest unemployment in Canada, Smith’s own riding has the highest unemployment in Alberta. Nice work. Tickled Pink International Epilepsy Day was Monday, Feb. 9. It helps the public learn what epilepsy is, dispel myths and better understand the challenges faced by 50 million people worldwide living [...] Read More »

Ticked Off I wish the committee for the Tigers would get some new entertainment between periods. Some of that stuff is getting really old like throwing T-shirts and the same old contest year after year. Ticked Off Lets be clear that separation, or the mere concept, will make Alberta poorer because the entire economy here [...] Read More »

Ticked Off Talk of a U.S. invasion of Canada should be left to the fiction writers in Hollywood. Come on, people, get real. Ticked Off Once again Danielle Smith has proven how dedicated to Donald Trump she really is, going into his playbook in order to “direct the judges.” What a disgusting individual running our [...] Read More »

Ticked Off Separatist and Freedom Convoy people protest and collect signatures in January. They are cold in so many ways. Ticked Off To those who want to separate: No pipeline, Alberta will be landlocked. Ticked Off If Danielle Smith doesn’t support separating from Canada, why does she keep egging her base on with winks and [...] Read More »