Local Life
Do your best and leave the rest to God
By Medicine Hat News on December 22nd, 2018
Two thousand years ago the world was not a lot different. Empires fought wars with spears and swords, not armoured tanks and laser guided bombs. Rich folks measured their wealth by how many slaves they owned, not by their yachts and private jets. But a lot of things are still the same. Two thousand years ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Take the time to remember why you’re celebrating next week
By Medicine Hat News on December 21st, 2018
There are only a few sleeps to go until Dec. 25. Many of us have areas in our homes that are infiltrated with shiny packages holding large-screen televisions, new clothing and books that we will be giving to others. One last grocery shopping trip will secure the ingredients for the extensive menu that could feed ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar Dec. 17-23
By Medicine Hat News on December 17th, 2018
Note: Some listings may be cancelled due to the Holiday season. 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 Court in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: The Advent mixup
By Medicine Hat News on December 15th, 2018
Once upon a time I was asked if Lutherans believed in the second coming of Jesus. After all we never talk about it, like in some churches. As Lutherans who keep the traditional church calendar we celebrate the four Sundays of Advent which are a celebration of Christ’s second coming, which is promised so clearly ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Fun and learning for Saddles & Spurs 4-H Lighthorse Club
By Medicine Hat News on December 15th, 2018
Autumn Klaiber Saddles and Spurs 4-H Lighthorse Club has had a busy fall since its organizational meeting Sept. 16. The club has 19 members, including seven new ones. Members attended the District 4-H Colour Night banquet at Seven Persons Hall Nov.17. It was great night with good food, lots of dancing, and awards as well. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Legal Briefs: New court rules, new challenges
By Medicine Hat News on December 15th, 2018
On Jan. 1, 2019 new provincial court civil rules come into effect. The goal of the new rules is to the “ensure expeditious, and inexpensive resolution” of legal disputes. To achieve these goals the new rules expand upon the discretion of court to direct the resolution of disputes. The purpose of this article is to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Heritage in the Hat: Re-purpose, giving heritage new life
By Medicine Hat News on December 15th, 2018
In a recent article in RETROactive, an Alberta government heritage publication, it was noted that refurbishing heritage buildings is a way to preserve them. To re-purpose, i.e. find a new use, is an easy alternative to trying endlessly to reuse a building for its original purpose. We have many successful examples of this already in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: The colours of the season
By Medicine Hat News on December 15th, 2018
I don’t know about your house, but mine is filled with quite a bit of excitement as the holiday season is fast approaching! This time of the year, it is never too early to start thinking about what we should be leaving Santa out on Christmas Eve — if you think about it; it really ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Insurance Understood: Christmas pixies
By Medicine Hat News on December 15th, 2018
As a child, my family used to do a lot of pixie deliveries during the Christmas season. That is when you place a treat or present on someone’s doorstep, ring the door bell and run to hide. Often they come outside to gather the item and say thank you into the dark. The person often ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: A movie Christmas
By Medicine Hat News on December 14th, 2018
With all of the available technology today, it is very easy to binge on watching Christmas movies. In fact, some channels are bragging about how many new Christmas movies they will air this year. It doesn’t take long to realize that the template for each is basically the same. 1. Unhappiness — Most of the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: How Santa is reducing his risk of injury this season
By Medicine Hat News on December 14th, 2018
Greetings from the North Pole. As I have a lot of work to do in a short time and I’m getting a little older, I need to be extra careful to stay safe and injury free. I was pleased to recently learn about Alberta Health Services’ (AHS) Smart Risk messages and ways I can reduce ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!
