Local Life
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 »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Standing together against bullying
By Taneil Zanidean on February 27th, 2026
Bullying is an experience that is all too common. An estimated one in five young people are affected by bullying during adolescence. Bullying is a form of aggression rooted in a power imbalance, where one person exerts control or dominance over another, causing lasting emotional, social and psychological harm. As we approach Pink Shirt Day ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Veiner Centre Euchre results for January 2026
By medicinehatnews on February 26th, 2026
Monday, Jan. 5 1. Dale Plotsky 2. Rita Myson 3. Fred McNab 4. Delaine Constant, Mike Alcock, Al Guscott, Danny Morisselle > tie 5. Marie Couch, Eva Hamerston Thursday, Jan. 8 1. Al Guscott 2. Mike Alcock 3. Norm Lodon 4. Shirley Brooks 5. Marg Partridge Monday, Jan. 12 1. Judy Love 2. Rita Myson ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MH Duplicate Bridge results for January 2026
By medicinehatnews on February 26th, 2026
Tuesday, Jan. 6 North/South 1. Rita Langford – John Weatherhead 2. Darcy Kusler – Dave Luyten East/West 1. Cliff Bryanton – Charlotte Jobb 2. Maggie Burrows – James Van Dam Friday, Jan. 9 North/South 1. Terry Lynn Noble – James Van Dam 2. Betty Biffard – Lorena Kelly East/West 1. Marnie Burry – Cliff Bryanton ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Municipal Matters: Valuing our city – Property assessment explained
By Sue Sterkenburg on February 26th, 2026
From policing to parks, property taxes are a major part of how we fund the services our community relies on every day. Each year, city council approves the total amount of money required to support city services. Other sources of revenue including licence fees, user fees and provincial grants, are subtracted from this amount. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Preserve winter
By Patty Rooks on February 21st, 2026
As I was waling my dog this morning, it was snowing so gently and beautifully. Having lived in Alberta virtually my entire life, I have come to appreciate ALL of the seasons, even the cold of winter – yes, I am sorry to those that do not like the cold – even Buddy my dog ... Read More »
1 responseAll Psyched Up: Financial roller coaster
By Linda Hancock on February 21st, 2026
Those who have gold, silver, crypto or stock market investments have been celebrating – well, at least until Friday when there was a HUGE drop in value. It was hard to imagine that one gold coin was worth over $7,000 and one silver coin was worth over $150. Crypto and stocks were surging and then ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: ‘If you had faith the size of a mustard seed’
By Rev. Kristy Reimers-Loader on February 21st, 2026
Hey, guess what came in the mail the other day? Yep, it was the spring edition of my favourite seed catalog. OK, maybe it’s no big deal to most folks, but every winter I look forward to flipping through the pages of this little booklet while I dream of fresh herbs and fragrant blooms in ... Read More »
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