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By the Way: Meet, and love, thy neighbour
By Medicine Hat News on February 16th, 2019
The other night my wife (Darlene) and I watched the biography of Mr. Rogers on Netflix. It took me back to watching some episodes as a young boy, and also watching reruns of Mr. Rogers with my sons. I think we all know the theme song of his show, which included the phrase, “won’t you ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Love is not…
By medicinehatnews on February 15th, 2019
Valentine’s week is focused on multiple ways of showing others that one cares for or is in love with them. Hearts, flowers, candy and trinkets are given as symbols of devotion but not all are done with the right motives or with healthy commitment. We all think that we know what love is but then ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar Feb. 11-17
By Medicine Hat News on February 11th, 2019
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 »
Be the first to comment!Insurance Understood: Want a backstage pass?
By Medicine Hat News on February 9th, 2019
Have you ever gotten a backstage pass to a concert or event? Why did you want one? How did you get one? What happened backstage? All of these questions make me think of insurance underwriting for life, critical illness, disability and long-term care insurance. With a backstage pass to underwriting you get a different experience ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Heritage in the Hat: The hole story
By Medicine Hat News on February 9th, 2019
There’s a hole in the oldest commercial street block in the city. South Railway, between Main Street and Toronto Street, opposite the original CPR depot, was the place to be in 1883. Today, the city is looking for gas but the site has a much older story. South of the hole was where Mike Leonard ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!The neighbourly thing
By Medicine Hat News on February 9th, 2019
In the late 1980s, while a minister in Calgary, I had the privilege of taking part in tone of a series of “Canadian Christian Festivals,” which brought together most branches of the Christian family in worship, study, and generally moving towards better knowledge and appreciation of each other. As a promotional gimmick, the Presbyterians distributed ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: Hand sanitizer and wind chill
By Medicine Hat News on February 9th, 2019
With the weather we have been experiencing this past week, I thought this experiment may be quite appropriate! I know that this extreme weather is nothing unusual for this part of Alberta, but we have not been “seasoned” yet! Usually there are a few days of cold weather to get us used to this and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mental Health Matters: A look back on The Post
By Medicine Hat News on February 9th, 2019
In 1979, the Canadian Mental Health Association began organizing to open a second-hand store for the purpose of charitable fundraising. The thrift store was to be operated solely by volunteers and one store manager. Recruitment for volunteers took place through the newspaper, radio, and church bulletin ads. When a location became available in early December ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Evaluate your personal state
By Medicine Hat News on February 8th, 2019
Near the beginning of each year, politicians usually present a speech that summarizes what s/he believes is extremely important about the state of the constituency they represent. Topics that are usually addressed in that speech include: 1. Team players — The people who have had significant roles are usually introduced and congratulated for the time, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Fixed mindset versus growth mindset and why it matters
By Medicine Hat News on February 8th, 2019
Does your child want to quit a new sport or activity as soon as they aren’t performing well? Do they struggle to overcome adversity? Are they immediately turned off from school work when they hit a road block? If you see this in your child, it could be because they are viewing the world through ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Medicine Hat Duplicate Bridge Club results for December
By Medicine Hat News on February 7th, 2019
Dec. 4 North-South 1. Charlotte Jobb and Mona Girling 2.John Weatherhead and Ed Keck 3. Lynn Carter and Leslie Tomczyk East-West 1. Bob Smith and Leroy Angle 2. Pius Dennis and Marnie Burry 3.Shirley Gaffney and Diane Klinck Dec. 6 East-West 1. Ana Hofer and Marianne Sisko 2. Ted Moble and Noble Chaz 3. Marnie ... Read More »
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