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All Psyched Up: Work on you
By Linda Hancock on October 4th, 2025
Last week my energy therapist sent me an extremely interesting video to watch. Joe Vitale was talking about a secret Hawaiian System for wealth, health, peace and more called Ho’opononpono. As I listened to his speech I was fascinated. Joe stated that when we have issues with other people, the problem is actually within ourselves. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Vampire soap
By Patty Rooks on October 4th, 2025
Well, I think fall has officially arrived this weekend. As I sit and write the article this week, the news is saying we are going to be dropping down into freezing temperatures. The signs of fall have surrounded me all week as the leaves have really turned vibrant colours and began to fall. What a ... Read More »
1 responseCommon Sense Health: How to protect against uterine cancer
By Diana Gifford-Jones on October 3rd, 2025
Why do so many women ignore one of the most obvious warning signs of uterine cancer? It’s a cancer that usually announces itself early. But women wait, or brush off the warning signs, and that allows the disease to take hold. Uterine cancer, also called endometrial cancer, is not rare. And it can strike anyone. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Close-up on Co-op: Team delivers big on entertainment and events at Co-op Place
By Derek Schesnuk on October 2nd, 2025
As the crisp autumn air settles in southeastern Alberta, Coop Place is gearing up for a strong slate of entertainment in October and November. This fall specifically, really does have a diversity of events to enjoy. During the next several weeks, Co-op Place will undergo several high scale venue conversions, overnight flips immediately following back-to-back ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Service Above Self: Voices for the voiceless
By Kitt Brand on September 30th, 2025
Sometimes it is gloriously tempting to see what the stars of our own youth are doing today. Who knew? Brigit Bardot is an advocate for animal welfare. Clint Eastwood promotes rigorous health and nutrition. And Harry Belafonte encourages social justice on the global stage. So, what about local standouts, many of whom started on the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Pumpkin Slie
By Patty Rooks on September 27th, 2025
As I continue on with a Halloween or Fall theme this week, I thought I would incorporate pumpkins into some science fun! I see some people have gardens overflowing with these giant orange vegetables and may be looking for a use for them. Let’s get started! *Remember to ask an adult before doing this experiment. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Garden View: Fall preparation
By Jeff Quinlan on September 27th, 2025
Leaves are turning colour, with beautiful crimsons and glowing yellows taking form along the river valley. Seeds are swirling in the breezy warm air, lining the gutters, and landing in our eavestroughs. It is beautiful fall, and we have been fortunate to have some great weather so far. There is no doubt about it though, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: When disaster strikes, you need to be ready
By Diana Gifford-Jones on September 26th, 2025
Are you in the group of people who treat insurance the way you do exercise? You know it’s good for you, but you put it off until it’s too late. Human behaviour can be so irrational! But insurance really should be a priority for your attention among the list of things that keep you well. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Monster balloons
By Patty Rooks on September 20th, 2025
I know it is early, BUT I see Halloween things everywhere when I am out. Of course, this has me thinking about some science we can do in the weeks or days leading up to this frightful day! Halloween science has endless possibilities, but I only have so much room each week – I promise ... Read More »
1 responseBy The Way: The Gardener and the Withered Vine
By Scott Raible on September 20th, 2025
There was once a gardener who walked daily through his vineyard. He delighted in the strong, leafy vines that bore clusters of fruit. But one day he came upon a vine that had withered – its leaves dry, its branches brittle, its grapes shriveled. His workers said, “Cut it down; it is useless. The others ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Driving on empty
By Linda Hancock on September 20th, 2025
I have often been surprised and disappointed by the way that people live their lives irresponsibly and then wonder why they can’t function at an optimal level. Think about what would happen if you treated your vehicle poorly. Don’t do maintenance, put sugar in the tank and drive like a demon! It wouldn’t take long ... Read More »
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