Local Life
Viva Vitality: Support family and friends to quit smoking
By Rita Aman on December 5th, 2025
Quite often, I hear from friends and family members of smokers asking, “How can I get them to quit? I am really worried about them.” Their concerns are genuine and heartfelt. They want the best for their loved ones and want them to change. Unfortunately, my response may not be the answer they are looking ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Longevity isn’t for the faint of heart
By Diana Gifford-Jones on December 5th, 2025
I have been lucky as my parents aged past 90. My father, Dr. W. Gifford-Jones, stayed vibrant longer than most people dare hope. In his 90s he was still hopping on planes, giving talks across Canada, researching and writing his next column, and scheming about the next promotion or the next stunt that would amuse ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Municipal Matters: Medicine Hat Economic Development Marks a Year of Growth, Strategy, and Momentum
By Selena McLean-Moore on December 4th, 2025
In 2025, Medicine Hat Economic Development entered a new chapter as a data-driven, strategically focused organization powering regional growth. Following its 2023 relaunch, which prioritized building strong foundations, deepening partnerships and shaping a comprehensive strategy, this year was all about action. MHED delivered measurable results, strengthened its presence and elevated the profile of Medicine Hat ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Paws-itive Perspectives: Enriching your dog’s life
By Angel Dumoulin on December 4th, 2025
Enrichment is a word that has been thrown around a lot lately in ads for dog owners. I’m not sure if anyone outside of the animal training/behaviourist world truly knows what it is but it’s catchy and sells products to humans who want to give their dog a great life. Enrichment is simply the act ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Service Above Self: Sharing strength with those in need
By Kitt Brand on November 29th, 2025
Need a noble holiday or birthday gift idea? Join Rotarians in providing generators to Ukraine. As you remember, the Saamis, Sunshine and Rotary Clubs of Medicine Hat have been helping Ukrainians with medical supplies, equipment, and rehabilitation care for more than a year. Now, because of attacks on energy facilities in Ukraine, many areas are ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Marriage prep
By Linda Hancock on November 29th, 2025
This week I again hired the Neat Freaks to help me do some decluttering and we attacked my office files. Interestingly, I found a typed (yes, I said typed) article that states it was taken from a 1950s Home Economics Textbook. The intent of the information apparently was to help high school girls prepare for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: The magic of static electricity
By Patty Rooks on November 29th, 2025
Well, I do not know about you, but I have been slowly decorating for the upcoming holiday season! It is my favourite time of the year as I get to see family and friends that I miss SO much. As I am pulling out some of the tinsel, I notice it is either flying everywhere ... Read More »
1 responseCollector’s Corner: Types of Loon dollars
By Ron Schmidt on November 29th, 2025
When Loon dollars first started circulating in July of 1987, the word loonie was used as a term to describe the new coin replacing the 1 dollar bill. This coin was the subject of many changes over the years. In 1992 the loon was replaced with the 125th anniversary of Canada. In 1994 was the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eye on the Esplanade: Brighten up your Black Friday at tixx.ca
By Gillian Reimer on November 28th, 2025
On Nov. 5, I returned to my role at the City of Medicine Hat after a 15-month parental leave. While I was away, many changes were made including a new slate of councillors being elected. What hasn’t changed in the time I was away? The incredible amount of entertainment offerings and experiences we have access ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: What we got wrong about independence
By Diana Gifford-Jones on November 28th, 2025
What’s happened, that we feed our children a single definition of success? Grow up and leave home, climb the ladder, buy a house, and live an “independent” life. At the same time, aging parents assert they must never become a burden on their grown children. These aspirations for self-reliance are ingrained in our concept of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Extreme ownership
By Rev. Roland Weisbrot on November 22nd, 2025
Several years ago, I read the book Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win by retired Navy SEAL operators Jocko Willink and Leif Babin. Aside from getting to peak into the unfamiliar and fascinating world of elite special military forces, this book also provided some very interesting commentary on the nature and role ... Read More »
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