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The Human Condition: Alberta or bust
By Daniel Schnee on August 31st, 2022
Years ago back in college I was the lead singer of a rock band. And though we eventually disbanded, we had some great times and played some great cover songs. I often think of the band’s keyboardist. As much as he was a skilled player, he was also very “soul-based”: approaching both music and life ... Read More »
1 responseCity Notebook: Dog days full of nonsense
By COLLIN GALLANT on August 27th, 2022
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant This is the space reserved for a “dog days” of summer column, perhaps owing about this or that in the absence of big news in a holiday-hampered final few weeks of August. It’s a traditionally sleepy time, late summer, that space just before the dawn of when most people can actually accomplish things or ... Read More »
1 responseMP Report: Here to serve you
By GLEN MOTZ on August 26th, 2022
As the days of summer come to a close and with seasonal changes in the air, there is also a shift in my commitments highlighted on my calendar. I am left with fond memories of attending parades, BBQs, pancake breakfasts, rodeos and meeting wonderful people throughout the riding. The focus is now on caucus and ... Read More »
2 responsesJust Pondering: Let’s go off the grid
By ALLYSON MCCAW on August 25th, 2022
Well summer is quickly coming to an end, and I am pondering where it went! However, I did have two major highlights, one being my sister’s beautiful wedding and the other was a cousin’s reunion at our favourite summer lake. The reunion was so special as we turned back the clock and were 12 years ... Read More »
1 responseThe Human Condition: Trudeau stickers
By DR. DANIEL SCHNEE on August 24th, 2022
You occasionally see them around town: trucks with stickers on them that refer to Justin Trudeau in a vulgar manner. Since common decency dictates I not use the exact word that begins with the letter F, I will instead pretend the stickers read “Forget Trudeau.” And that indeed is a major issue for me, common ... Read More »
1 responseFor What It’s Worth: Listen to opposing viewpoints
By CASH MOORE on August 18th, 2022
From my perspective and from what I hear from others, political discourse is becoming increasingly polarized and hostile. Over the past couple of years, the country has been faced with an array of deeply divisive issues. Vaccine passports, COVID restrictions, abortion, racial injustice, etc. have all been major focal points in political discussion. These issues ... Read More »
1 responseMLA Report: Hypocrisy is political dynamite
By DREW BARNES on August 12th, 2022
“Practice what you preach.” It’s one of those traditional adages designed to help us steer our lives in the right direction. If your actions do not match up with the beliefs you espouse, you are either lying to the world or lying to yourself. When you are in a position of leadership but fail to ... Read More »
2 responsesThe Human Condition: Hinshaw revisited
By DR. DANIEL SCHNEE on August 10th, 2022
Having been raised by a doctor and a nurse I have been a kind of ‘insider’ to the medical profession. Thus, it certainly is no secret to me how medical professionals have to work, and the challenges they face in dealing with both provincial and corporate health initiatives. Yet with all doctors having literally sworn ... Read More »
1 responseThe Human Condition: Food and culture
By Daniel Schnee on August 3rd, 2022
In the process of celebrating Heritage Day recently I had the chance to enjoy the best homemade cheeseburgers around, a yearly indulgence thanks to some extremely generous friends. The recipe of the meat alone is simple and so well blended it can stand on its own in terms of flavour, texture and consistency. Hamburger patties ... Read More »
1 responseJust Pondering: Respect for Mother Nature
By ALLYSON MCCAW on July 29th, 2022
Well, Mother Nature decided to wake us up and let us know she is unpredictable and no matter how advanced our technology is, she sneaks under the radar and shows her force. The tornado that hit last week was destructive and overwhelming in terms of cost but more importantly the emotional toll to those directly ... Read More »
1 responseMP Report: Canada can’t wait
By GLEN MOTZ on July 29th, 2022
“Hope springs eternal” A line coined by poet Alexander Pope in his poem ‘Essay on Man’ is as relevant today as when it was written in 1732. I believe, as Pope did then, that it is human nature to find fresh cause for optimism. Having participated in many community events across the riding so far ... Read More »
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