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By the Way: Yield to where the Holy Spirit is taking us
By Medicine Hat News on March 16th, 2019
Charles Spurgeon said that “trials teach us what we are; they dig up the soil, and let us see what we are made of.” Like a mirror, trials and tests show us who we really are, not who we try to pretend to be in front of others. The problem with being deceived, is just ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: I need a break
By Medicine Hat News on March 15th, 2019
Work and family demands or the weather can get us to thinking about getting away from it all! Unfortunately, many people go away on vacation and return feeling tired and stressed. Here are some things to consider: 1. Stay home – If you really need a rest, you could just plan to take time off ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!4-H members show off speaking skills
By Medicine Hat News on March 15th, 2019
District 4-H speech competitions were held recently at the Medicine Hat College, with the following winners: Junior 1. Layla Maser, Irvine Beef 2. Ridley Elliott, Saddles and Spurs 3. Abi Wozniak, Generations of Tomorrow Intermediate 1. Parker Krauss, Irvine Beef 2. Waylan Watson, Generations of Tomorrow 3. Landon Porteous, Generations of Tomorrow Senior 1. Kiara ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Medication poisoning in children is a tough pill to swallow
By Medicine Hat News on March 15th, 2019
Do we really need to focus preventative efforts on medication poisoning for our children in Alberta? Unfortunately, yes. There is a high incidence of childhood poisoning due to improperly stored medications. The Injury Prevention Centre and various healthcare providers across the province are launching an awareness week from March 17-23 for poison prevention in regards ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!The simple act of reading provides info you need and, in one case, cash
By Gillian Slade on March 14th, 2019
A woman in Georgia was recently rewarded with US$10,000 for reading the fine print portion of a document about the insurance she’d bought. She had printed off the pages-long document and diligently read every word about the travel insurance she’d purchased. When she finally reached the last page the document said because she had read ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rotary Music Festival results March 12-13
By Medicine Hat News on March 14th, 2019
(12yrs & under and Pre Grade 1-4 are Non-Competitive) TUESDAY, MARCH 12, 2019 AFTERNOON AND EVENING RESULTS PIANO Piano Solo-J.S. Bach-Grade 3 Standard – Anders Currah, Addison Helmer, Kora Kurpjuweit, Aidyn Martens and Adam Sim Piano Solo-J.S. Bach-Own Choice-12yrs & under – Stirling Clark Piano Solo-Grade 2 Standard – Finn Barbour, Ainsley Fetch, Oliver Hopkins, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rotary Music Festival results March 11-12
By Medicine Hat News on March 13th, 2019
(12yrs & under and Pre-Grade 1-4 Standard are Non-Competitive) MONDAY, MARCH 11, 2019 AFTERNOON RESULTS GUITAR Classical Guitar Solo-General-9yrs & under – Andrew Peter Plectrum Guitar Solo-12yrs & under – Auriel Heese Plectrum Guitar Solo-18yrs & under – Rhys Parks Folk Guitar with Vocal (Ensemble) – Rhys Parks, Soren Lorentzen and Laec Lorentzen Classical Guitar ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rotary Music Festival results March 8-11
By Medicine Hat News on March 12th, 2019
(12YRS & UNDER AND PRE-GRADE 1-4 STANDARD ARE NON-COMPETITIVE) FRIDAY, MARCH 8, 2019 AFTERNOON AND EVENING RESULTS MUSICAL THEATRE Musical Theatre Solo(B)-Up-Tempo-11yrs & under – Hana Fenwick, Lauryn Johnson, Hannah Maser Musical Theatre Solo-Up-Tempo-12yrs & under – Stirling Clark, Bailey Streifel Musical Theatre Solo-Ballad-16yrs & under – Eryk McKenzie Musical Theatre Trio-17yrs & under – ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mental Health Matters: Family support group for people caring for those with mental health concerns
By Medicine Hat News on March 9th, 2019
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is excited to offer a great family support group in Medicine Hat. Caregivers Connections: Finding Balance is a drop-in support group for parents and others, who are caring for individuals with mental health concerns. Parents and caregivers often have struggles attending to individuals with mental health issues, which in turn ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Heritage in the Hat: A soldier’s fortune
By Medicine Hat News on March 9th, 2019
Former NWMP constable Fred Mountain once owned part of the SW Hill in the city. If only he’d kept it in the family, it would have been worth millions! Who was this Mountie? Mountain was a school boy, barely 18, when he joined the NWMP in 1878. He was posted to Fort Walsh which had ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: Catch a leprechaun with a catapult and a little luck
By Medicine Hat News on March 9th, 2019
I thought I should get a head start on some STEM activities for St. Patrick’s Day which is approaching rather quickly. Those tricky leprechauns are hard to keep ahead of, but this year I think I may have found a way to catch one! I don’t know about you, but I could definitely use a ... Read More »
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