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Clubs Calendar Nov. 12-18

By Medicine Hat News on November 12th, 2018

MONDAY — Do you have a drinking problem? Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held seven days a week in Medicine Hat. For times and locations, call 403-527-2065. — Moms’ Walking Group, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., meet in Mall Food Court in front of A&W. Walk, then have coffee. — TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) 5:30 p.m., ... Read More »

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Financial Focus: The three things (when It comes to investing)

By Medicine Hat News on November 10th, 2018

With the market volatility of late, and the news cycle adding to levels of fear and concerns about the global economy and political environment, it can be difficult to watch your investments decline and wonder what you should do next. Emotion can play a strong role in any decision we make. When it comes to ... Read More »

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Praxis: Here’s the dirt on coming clean

By Medicine Hat News on November 10th, 2018

I do not know about you, but it seems like I can never get caught up on the laundry these days! Perhaps one of the issues I am facing is that my new laundry detergent is not working as well as I had hoped. Of course, this allowed me to stop and think for a ... Read More »

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By the Way: Love builds a better future

By Medicine Hat News on November 10th, 2018

Recent events in the United States and throughout the world have been very disturbing. Over a 72-hour period in the U.S., bombs were sent to various politicians and prominent individuals on the left, a man killed two African-Americans in a supermarket, and another man killed 11 in an attack on a synagogue in Pittsburgh. What ... Read More »

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Time to remember service, sacrifices

By Medicine Hat News on November 9th, 2018

Remembrance Day is a time to pause and remember the sacrifices made by Canada’s men and women in uniform. In 2018, Canada will mark the 65th anniversary of the Korean War Armistice, the 10th anniversary of National Peacekeepers’ Day and the 100th anniversary of the Armistice. The service and sacrifices of Canadian Armed Forces members ... Read More »

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All Psyched Up: Are you truly free?

By Medicine Hat News on November 9th, 2018

The Oxford Living Dictionary defines freedom as: “The state of not being imprisoned or enslaved.” As we near Remembrance Day we often think about military members who risked their own lives with threats of being imprisoned, enslaved or worse so that we could experience freedom from foreign domination or despotic governments. Most return from their ... Read More »

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Second World War veteran reflects on War Amps 100 years of ‘Amputees Helping Amputees’

By Medicine Hat News on November 9th, 2018

Submitted by Canadian War Amps On Nov. 11, Second World War veteran Charlie Jefferson will not only be thinking of all those who have served and continue to serve on behalf of Canada, he will also be reflecting on the 100th anniversary of The War Amps, an organization which has supported him and generations of ... Read More »

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Viva Vitality: Stress and tobacco: The frightening duo

By Medicine Hat News on November 9th, 2018

It is not uncommon for individuals who use tobacco to describe their use as being attributed to stress. Stress can also be a main reason for individuals to be apprehensive about quitting their tobacco use, yet many tobacco users comment that their tobacco use makes them stressed. Quite the back and forth, right? Why do ... Read More »

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Ten speakers to take part in Pecha Kucha Vol. 20 Friday

By Medicine Hat News on November 7th, 2018

Medicine Hat News The 20th edition of the Medicine Hat Pecha Kucha night is happening Friday at the Eresman Theatre at Medicine Hat College. If you’re looking for something interesting, community building, and inexpensive, come to the college theatre to hear 10 speakers, each talking about something he or she is passionate about. This edition ... Read More »

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Clubs Calendar Nov. 5-11

By Medicine Hat News on November 5th, 2018

Note: Some listings may be cancelled due to the Remembrance Day long weekend. Check with the club. MONDAY — Do you have a drinking problem? Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held seven days a week in Medicine Hat. For times and locations, call 403-527-2065. — Moms’ Walking Group, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., meet in Mall Food ... Read More »

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Lighting is a key component of curb appeal

By Medicine Hat News on November 3rd, 2018

Metro Editorial Curb appeal can affect prospective buyers’ perception of a home. When addressing curb appeal, homeowners may be inclined to focus on features that are easily seen from the street during the day. But what can a homeowner do to improve on his or her home’s nighttime aesthetic? Outdoor lighting is one aspect of ... Read More »

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