Local Life
Close-up on Co-op: The technology of a large-scale venue
By Garret Johnson on August 21st, 2025
The ice has been installed once again at Co-op Place, which can only mean one thing: summer is almost over, and a new season of entertainment is almost upon us. One visit to a Medicine Hat Tigers hockey game, or a concert or other special event, is enough to appreciate the complexity of hosting events ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Life is a gamble
By Linda Hancock on August 16th, 2025
I think that I have only been in three casinos in my life. So, I was surprised when my 31-year-old grandson invited me to celebrate his birthday at one of them! I was told that the prime rib buffet was excellent and at a good price. In addition to this, an outing to the University ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Pop secrets
By Patty Rooks on August 16th, 2025
I love to sit down and enjoy a nice big bowl of popcorn some evenings and watch a good movie. Have you ever wondered what makes these tiny little seeds actually pop into a magnificent fluffy treat? Of course, we had better investigate this further! Let’s get started! *Remember to ask an adult before doing ... Read More »
1 responseBy the Way: Be coffee
By Scott Raible on August 16th, 2025
Life is filled with challenges. No one escapes adversity – be it illness, betrayal, financial trouble, or personal loss. But the question is not whether trials will come. The real question is: How will you respond? I want to share a metaphor that illustrates this truth – a simple story involving a potato, an egg, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Municipal Matters: Neighbourhood Associations building a stronger Medicine Hat
By Shantel Ottenbreit on August 15th, 2025
Imagine stepping outside your front door and being greeted not just by familiar faces, but by friends. Picture a neighbourhood where people lend a hand, share stories, and celebrate together. In Medicine Hat, this vision is becoming a reality thanks to the growing network of Neighbourhood Associations-grassroots groups that are transforming streets into communities. Neighbourhood ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Use your head to check on quick health fixes
By Diana Gifford-Jones on August 15th, 2025
There’s no harm in being gullible when the stakes are low or when you are having fun. Being open to the incredulous is part of being a curious person. And playing along with a friend’s tall tale strengthens your connection while giving you both a good laugh. But in matters of your health, you don’t ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Discouragement
By Linda Hancock on August 9th, 2025
More than a year after I fell approximately 40 feet headfirst down the escalator at the Calgary Airport I was referred to an optometry clinic for brain re-wiring. When they initially called to set up appointments, I was shocked to learn that I had been diagnosed with a traumatic brain injury. No one had used ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Two eyes are better than one
By Patty Rooks on August 9th, 2025
It is that time of the year as we all get ready to go back to school – checkups! These often include a trip to the optometrist or eye doctor. Of course, this always gets me to thinking just how do our eyes work? Well, we had better investigate this further. Let’s get started! *Remember ... Read More »
1 responseBy the Way: Rebuilding belonging
By Rev. Heather Carlson on August 9th, 2025
“I retired after teaching at MHHS,” said the fellow guest at a backyard barbecue several weeks ago. “Maybe we overlapped?” I inquired, having been a Hat High graduate myself. Sorting through the dates we discover an overlap of one year. Did you know this person, or that? Remember the skywalks, cafeteria fries and shop classes? ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Causes worth carrying on
By medicinehatnews on August 8th, 2025
One should never use the word “crusade” lightly. But if you’ve ever watched someone battle against deeply entrenched systems, close-mindedness, or worst of all, indifference, then there’s no better word for what needs doing. There is unfinished business that I must pick up. And sure as night follows day, there will be fresh challenges too. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eye on the Esplanade: Marvels of the map collection
By Hannah White on August 7th, 2025
As the archives summer student this year, it has been my job to reorganize the estimated 3000 maps and oversized documents we have in our collections. During this process, I have found quite a few items that were interesting or unique. Some I had a personal interest in as a history student, and others were ... Read More »
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