Local Life
Heritage in the Hat: Summer of ’59
By Sally Sehn on January 28th, 2026
Two milestone events occurred within weeks of each other in the summer of 1959. They were destined to become mutually connected. It all began when the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company of Canada Limited decided to expand their operations to Western Canada to produce car, truck, and tractor tires. Several cities were eyed by Goodyear ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Service Above Self: Ain’t it a kick?!
By Kitt Brand on January 28th, 2026
Rotary in Medicine Hat is full of friendship, activities and imaginative service, which is as it should be. Rotary’s founder, Paul Harris, was a bit of a prankster. He was expelled from two different schools before finally starting at Princeton University and graduating with a Bachelor in Laws from the University of Iowa. He didn’t ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Sink or float
By Patty Rooks on January 24th, 2026
I have had some fun this week exploring buoyancy. This is a hard scientific concept to understand just by reading about it I feel, so hands on is the way to go. Give this activity a try and make it into a classroom challenge! Let’s get started. *Remember to ask an adult before doing this ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: An invitation beyond arguments
By Scott Raible on January 24th, 2026
“If God exists, can He make a mountain He cannot lift?” The question is meant to sound profound, but it quickly collapses under its own weight. It creates a logical knot designed not to discover truth, but to trap the conversation in endless abstraction. Many debates about God follow this pattern: clever questions, sharp rebuttals, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Look in the mirror
By Linda Hancock on January 24th, 2026
One day I was walking from my condo, underground to the Village Centre. There was a man behind me, and I noticed that no matter what my speed, he stayed behind me. When I arrived at the elevator, he passed me and continued down the hallway. Suddenly, I felt a breeze and was horrified when ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Plant-based alternatives to HRT
By Diana Gifford-Jones on January 23rd, 2026
Hot flashes, disrupted sleep, decreased sex drive, and irrational urges to kick your husband for no good reason. The menopausal transition can make life hard to manage! Many women find themselves weighing the pros and cons of hormone replacement therapy (HRT). But not everyone can take HRT, and not everyone wants to. Interest is growing ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Closeup on Co-op Place: Good game, good eats, good vibes
By Derek Schesnuk on January 22nd, 2026
Medicine Hat Tigers hockey over the past 16 months at Co-op Place has been nothing short of remarkable. The team, the crowds, the energy; night in and night out, these games serve as some of the largest public gatherings in Medicine Hat, and we’re continually proud to welcome you inside our doors. At Co-op Place, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eye on the Esplanade: A new year of arts, heritage and entertainment in Medicine Hat
By Aaron Nelson on January 17th, 2026
As we begin a new year, we are looking ahead to a vibrant season of arts, heritage, and entertainment that reflects who we are as a community and what we value most. Medicine Hat has long prided itself on being a place where creativity, history, and culture matter. From live performances and community festivals to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: I’m going with gratitude
By Rev. Nancy Cocks on January 17th, 2026
I’m glad the Christmas season is behind us. Three dear colleagues died unexpectedly this autumn, all within a year of my age. Their loss left a weight on my heart that dampened my usual sense of seasonal joy. Alongside rather ominous world events, I didn’t feel very merry. Yet, in my own life there were ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Top secret messages
By Patty Rooks on January 17th, 2026
It has been a busy week preparing for all of the exciting activities I have in the weeks coming up. I think it is important to have some fun things to mix in to the serious parts of a meeting so everyone has a positive learning experience. This has me looking to the upcoming “holiday” ... Read More »
1 responsePaws-itive Perspectives: Dogs don’t think like us (and that’s OK)
By Angel Dumoulin on January 16th, 2026
If you are a dog lover, you know we have a few things in common with our furry friends. Things like the love of naps, eating foods that may or may not be beneficial to our health, a snuggle on the couch on a cold January evening, are a few common interests we share. I ... Read More »
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