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Science Smarts: Aches and sprains
By Patty Rooks on March 7th, 2026
This may be a little late, but after the Olympics, but I have been wondering how the athletes recover after their strenuous competition. Have you ever wondered why athletes often use Epsom Salts to soak their aches and sprains? Let’s get started! *Remember to ask an adult before doing this experiment. Materials – Epsom Salts ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MH Kiwanis Club: Proud to sponsor region’s future scientists
By MH Kiwanis Club on March 7th, 2026
The Kiwanis Club of Medicine Hat received its charter from Kiwanis International Dec. 5, 1924 and our members have been performing community service in Medicine Hat and district for 102 years. We would like to thank the Medicine Hat News for providing the opportunity of a column to highlight different projects, events and programs sponsored ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Just breathe
By Linda Hancock on March 7th, 2026
I have a wonderful new voice teacher. Sherry has supported herself and family for her whole life through her music. She not only performs but also has a roster of singers who she teaches. But she does it in a special manner that is unique and effective. In Sherry’s basement there is a stage with ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Connecting with our communities
By Laura Lukye on March 6th, 2026
Today’s world is so digitally connected, and yet many people feel less connected to their communities than in the past. Connection to community is about support and belonging, and it’s arguably more important now than ever before. Community connection provides us with a sense of identity and knowing that we are part of something larger ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Tiny fish offer great nutrition
By Diana Gifford-Jones on March 6th, 2026
This week, I write from Tokyo, where small fish are eaten with remarkable regularity. A traditional Japanese breakfast includes such fish – salted, dried, grilled and served cold – consumed head-to-tail, bones, eyeballs and all. Small sardines are tucked into lunch boxes. Convenience stores sell little fish for snacking. It’s common to add sardines or ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eye on the Esplanade: Between the Bricks – TREX exhibitions arrive at Historic Clay District
By Thea Sleight on March 5th, 2026
Listen, I love all our exhibition venues equally- from senior centres in rural communities, to public libraries in big cities – but there really is something special about the Yuill Family Gallery at Medalta. With its brick walls, filtered sunlight, and location within the layered historical presence that is Medalta, I don’t think you could ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Strength in Community: A new monthly column from the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta
By Niki Gray on March 3rd, 2026
Community doesn’t happen by accident. It’s built intentionally through resilience, collaboration and the countless acts of generosity that happen quietly every day. This monthly column will highlight stories of inspiration, resilience, collaboration, innovation, shared purpose and impact. Its purpose is to share with the Southeast Alberta region how the charitable sector and philanthropy through partnership ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Service Above Self: Rotarians brave cultural barriers
By Kitt Brand on February 28th, 2026
Admittedly, for its first 75 years, Rotary was a males-only club. It was the first international humanitarian club, but it was still all-guy; so, language usually was about men. In Medicine Hat however, there were many projects focused on helping women: Driving nurses into the countryside for a break from their Spanish Flu labours; Providing ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Listening in a LOUD world
By Andrew Barker on February 28th, 2026
The world is LOUD! It is common for people to arrive at opinions well before they fully explore issues; and conversations quickly transform into debates. Ordinary interactions begin to feel like competitions where parties strive to express their views with the loudest voice rather than engaging in collaborative dialogue that seeks mutual understanding. Even so, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Collector’s Corner: Soliloquy of a postage stamp
By Dennis Vickery on February 28th, 2026
I read this article in one of my first stamp albums about 70 years ago and thought it worth sharing. I am the world’s greatest traveler. I’ve journeyed from pole to pole and all the climes between – by dogsled, camel and horseback, by every land, sea and air conveyance; even by submarine, dirigible and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Feeling alone? Take comfort – You’re in plentiful company
By Diana Gifford-Jones on February 27th, 2026
It’s a sad irony. But the truth is, loneliness is one of the most crowded experiences in modern society. Some prefer their own company and are emotionally stable. There’s no harm in letting them be. But there is an astonishingly high number of people who can be called “situational loners”. These are people who may ... Read More »
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