Local Life
By the Way: God’s spirit pushes doors open, to reveal God’s glory
By Medicine Hat News on June 23rd, 2018
Fear is a powerful emotion, which drives us to do all manner of horrible and inexplicable things. We are too often prone to fear when faced with something or someone who is different than us. We regularly jump to the wrong conclusions about those with different cultural practices, different languages, and different ways of seeing ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Reflections: Poverty affects socialand emotional well-being
By Medicine Hat News on June 23rd, 2018
“Stay calm. You’re in the Kootenays.” The slogan caught my eye as I waited in line with my grandchildren to order gelato. As my three-year-old grandson twirled himself repeatedly around my legs, I began to wish we’d chosen the ice cream shop down the road. No one was in a hurry here; the wait seemed ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Balancing mind, body, spirit and emotions
By Medicine Hat News on June 22nd, 2018
This week, June 18-22, Canadians take time to recognize the diverse cultures of First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities by celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Week. In co-operation with Indigenous Peoples’ national organizations, the Government of Canada designated June 21 as National Indigenous Peoples Day, a celebration of Indigenous Peoples’ culture and heritage. This date was ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Parkinson Association support group welcoming Calgary speaker
By Gillian Slade on June 22nd, 2018
Medicine Hat News The local Parkinson Association support group will meet June 26 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Cross Roads Church. The special speaker is Dr. Anne-Mary Abe, neuropsychiatrist, University of Calgary. If you are planning to attend please notify the local office, Amanda Sears, client services coordinator, 403-526-5521 or 1-800-561-... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Lessons people taught me
By Medicine Hat News on June 22nd, 2018
Lately I have been thinking about writing another book. There have been so many good things people have shared with me over the years that have helped me that I could fill many, many pages with their wisdom. 1. My two grandmothers taught me practical domestic skills like sewing, knitting, cooking and “making do.” They ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar June 18-24
By Medicine Hat News on June 18th, 2018
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!Kiwanis best home/best block event under way
By Medicine Hat News on June 16th, 2018
Medicine Hat News Medicine Hat Kiwanis Club is once again going to reward city homeowners who make extra efforts to beautify their yards. For more than 60 years, the Kiwanis Club has run the Best-Residence/Best Block competition and the 2018 edition gets under way this week. On this page, you’ll see photos of the winners ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Legal Briefs: How a unanimous shareholder agreement (USA) can protect your company
By Medicine Hat News on June 16th, 2018
Previous editions of this column have given readers tips and tactics to protect your money, your family and your estate. In this one, I want to talk about protecting your company. You likely have money, time (and maybe even blood, sweat and tears) invested in your company so it’s important to consider a protection plan ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Organizations help keep kids active, healthy
By Peggy Revell on June 16th, 2018
prevell@medicinehatnews.com @MHNprevell As the phrase goes: When you’ve got your health, you’ve got everything. Yet study after study has found Canadian children aren’t meeting basic recommendations for daily physical activity. “We need to have healthy kids in our community,” said Sharon Hayward, CEO of the Medicine Hat YMCA. “We know that screentime’s a factor, we ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Locals perform at provincial festival
By Medicine Hat News on June 16th, 2018
Medicine Hat News Twenty-seven Medicine Hat musicians were recommended by adjudicators at the Medicine Hat Rotary Music Festival or Brooks Festival to compete at the provincial festival in Edmonton, which took place May 27 to June 2. There, the following performers were finalists in their disciplines. Tyler Casat – Second Place – Vocal Solo Boys ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: Balloon hovercrafts
By Medicine Hat News on June 16th, 2018
I am still working on some finishing touches for our amazing new summer camps at Medicine Hat College. Things are looking like the camps this year are going to be BIGGER and BETTER than ever for all of those young scientists out there! Don’t forget to sign up as spots are filling up fast. Here ... Read More »
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