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Praxis: Investigating how snowshoes work
By Medicine Hat News on February 25th, 2019
As I write this column, I am listening to the weather report, and there is promise that we are in for a rather seasonal weekend. With the great snow we have had the past week or so, it is making for fabulous conditions to get outside and enjoy some winter sports! This had me thinking ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Life is a journey
By Medicine Hat News on February 23rd, 2019
You have heard it said that life is a journey. And like many journeys this one has its rough patches, its smooth places, its places of spectacular and moving beauty, its places of sorrow. Each experience in life works together with the others to form and make the person that we are. Most journeys have ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Bullying takes many forms
By Medicine Hat News on February 23rd, 2019
Bullying often starts in elementary school and typically becomes most common in middle school. By high school, it is less common but still occurs. Kids who bully usually pick on someone who is weaker or more alone, and they repeat the actions over and over. Bullying can take many forms, including: Physical bullying: using physical ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Heritage in the Hat: They didn’t get their man
By Medicine Hat News on February 23rd, 2019
From reader response, it appears that the previous Heritage in the Hat column, entitled “The Hole Story” wasn’t in fact the whole story. This was not intentional “fake news” but the record needs to be corrected! First, the “hole,” previously the Hitch’n Post and long known as the location of the American Hotel, is owned ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Personal blinders can help you succeed
By Medicine Hat News on February 23rd, 2019
In what my grandchildren call “the olden days” people used to put blinders on their horses. These were firm leather squares that attached to the bridle or hood. Some blinders were plastic cups, but they all had the same purpose. When pulling wagons or carriages it was important for the horse to look forward and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar Feb. 18
By medicinehatnews on February 19th, 2019
Note: Some listings may be cancelled due to the Family 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 »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: Creating your very own snowstorm
By Medicine Hat News on February 17th, 2019
What a couple of weeks we have been experiencing – from the frigid temperature and a couple of raging snow storms, we are finally experiencing a REAL southern Alberta winter. I am in agreement that it has been a bit difficult to accept the record breaking low temperatures. We have not been “seasoned” yet this ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Legal Briefs: Dividing property for unmarried partners
By Medicine Hat News on February 16th, 2019
The law about the division of property between separating common law couples in Canada has long been a source of confusion. Many, if not most, people believe that they have the same rights to division of property acquired during a relationship, whether they are married or have lived together without getting married. This is simply ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!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 »
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