Local Life
Close-up on Co-op: Safety and security first
By Derek Schesnuk on August 22nd, 2024
In the sports and entertainment industry, safety and security are paramount. It shouldn’t matter if you are entering a venue for 100 people, or 100,000; you should feel comfortable and safe during your enjoyment of the event.] At Co-op Place, we take this seriously, and continue to evaluate and evolve to ensure guest safety during ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Heritage in the Hat: The pipes, the pipes are calling
By Malcolm Sissons on August 20th, 2024
Two separate comic strips in a recent edition of the News poked fun at the bagpipes and as a piper, my “friends” were quick to send me copies. However, Hagar the Horrible suggested to a lord of the castle that he should fiddle while his castle burned, no doubt a reference to Emperor Nero and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Who’s the pilot?
By Rev. Shane Hein on August 17th, 2024
39 – And this is the will of him who sent me, that I should lose nothing of all that he has given me, but raise it up on the last day. – John 6:39 [ESV] Did I ever mention to all of you that I am a really, really good pilot? No? Well, that’s ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: It’s a good time to understand fire and how to put it out
By Patty Rooks on August 17th, 2024
What a hot dry summer it has been. Many parts of our province have experienced, or continue to experience dry conditions and uncontrollable fires. With there being so much in the news about the devastating fires our province has right now, I have had some questions from young scientists about how to put out a ... Read More »
1 responseAll Psyched up: Health care
By Linda Hancock on August 17th, 2024
My great-grandmother didn’t have a home. She had three adult children and therefore spent four months of each year in each of their homes. My uncle told me about how all of her earthly possessions were stored in a very large trunk that she transported by train as she moved from one home to the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: What is the difference between Vitamins D, D2, and D3?
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on August 16th, 2024
How many times have we seen people in a pharmacy looking at the D vitamins. They’re standing on one foot and then the other and wondering which one to purchase. They are not alone. Let’s start with D. Vitamin D is very important for human health. One of its prime purposes is the absorption of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: An apple a day
By Pat MacIntosh on August 16th, 2024
Now that July has rolled into August, I am starting to look for local apples that I can make into sauce and jam. And as I think about making jam with my mom, I also remember her saying, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” There is so much truth to these old sayings! ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Municipal Matters: Increasing air service in cities like Medicine Hat – What does it take?
By Pat Bohan on August 15th, 2024
Earlier this year, WestJet announced changes to its air service between Medicine Hat and Calgary. Starting on Oct. 27, this new schedule will better integrate with Calgary International Airport’s most-used and important banks of connecting flights, offering an improved level of service to Medicine Hat residents. This change is a testament to the hard work ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Let’s Chat: The pen is mighty
By Linda Tooth on August 14th, 2024
I spoke with someone recently who asked me about my background, and it became evident as I was going on and on about what I have done, that communications and writing are passions in my life. I never planned on being someone invested in either. When I think back, Murder She Wrote, starring Angela Lansbury, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Alternative energy experiment
By Patty Rooks on August 10th, 2024
I know it may be too early to even think about it, But I had students this year ask me for some Science Fair ideas they could work on during the summer so they can get a head start. Personally, I think that this is a great idea! It is a great use of your ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: We can conquer our fear right here, right now
By Kristy Reimers-Loader on August 10th, 2024
A recent Sunday Gospel featured the miracle of Jesus walking on the water. Seen dimly through the mist, the disciples were terrified it was a ghost making its way toward them, until they heard him speak, saying, “It is I; do not be afraid.” These days, it can feel like we’re in the midst of ... Read More »
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