Local Life
By the Way: Are you sitting comfortably?
By Medicine Hat News on May 26th, 2018
As he said these things, he called out, “He who has ears to hear, let him hear.” — Luke 8:8 [ESV]. I don’t read nearly as much as I used to — at least not only for the fun of it. Not that I don’t enjoy reading the Scripture verses for the week, and then ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Collector’s Corner: Grading bills
By Medicine Hat News on May 26th, 2018
In the last column I wrote I went over grading coins, and this time I’ll move to grading bills. The Canadian Standard Catalogue of Canadian Government Paper Money is an excellent book as a reference and can be picked up at your coin dealers or at your local coin club. The grading system at the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Fish, anyone?
By Medicine Hat News on May 25th, 2018
Canada’s Food Guide recommends at least two 75 g servings of fish per week. Fish is an important part of a healthy diet for people of all ages. It is an excellent source of protein, vitamin D, and omega-3 fatty acids which help maintain a healthy heart. When pregnant women eat fish, it helps with ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Defense mechanisms
By Medicine Hat News on May 25th, 2018
Sometimes we don’t see or don’t want to see the problems we are creating in our own lives. If we admit that we are making bad choices, then we would have to do something about them. Following are some of the ways that we avoid taking responsibility: 1. Denial — This is when we don’t ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Noteworthy: Opportunity in the Hat, pipeline civility and ‘Desert Stormy’
By Medicine Hat News on May 22nd, 2018
We’re only five months into 2018 and the industrial situation in southeastern Alberta has been like a yo-yo. In February, 53 jobs were lost as the Spitz plant announced its closure in Bow Island. In March, cryptocurrency data processing company Hut 8 announced plans for a major development in Medicine Hat. Then, in April, Aurora ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Legal Briefs: Tax changes and business succession planning
By Medicine Hat News on May 19th, 2018
Private family businesses have played a major role in Medicine Hat’s economy. Family businesses have used corporations to help with both business and personal estate planning. Corporations provide a useful structure for parents transferring the family business to an interested child while at the same time trying to be fair to those children who are ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mental Health Matters: Spring is here
By Medicine Hat News on May 19th, 2018
Spring is here and this is the best time to start working on your mental health and what you an do for self-care. A great way to start is to plan activities around your community for you or your family. Some spring ideas include going for a walk or riding your bike. These ideas can ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar May 21-27
By Medicine Hat News on May 19th, 2018
Note: Some listings may be cancelled due to the Victoria 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: Giant bubbles
By Medicine Hat News on May 19th, 2018
The long weekend is finally here! I am sure many of you will be outside enjoying all of the amazing weather has to offer us here in southern Alberta. A great way to enjoy the day is to make a GIANT container full of bubbles and play all day long. One may think that bubbles ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Your Money: Maximizing the value of your business
By Medicine Hat News on May 19th, 2018
You have worked hard over the years to build a successful business. It’s time to start thinking about reaping the rewards of your efforts. In many cases, you may conclude that the most desirable form of business succession planning for you and your family is to sell your business to a third party. If you ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: The rewards of volunteering with the P.A.R.T.Y. program
By Medicine Hat News on May 18th, 2018
Are you interested in positively impacting students’ lives? The P.A.R.T.Y. (Prevention of Alcohol and Risk Related Trauma in Youth) program does just that. The P.A.R.T.Y. program was developed in Toronto in 1986 by a trauma team who saw the need to create a program to teach students that injuries are predictable and preventable. Ultimately, the ... Read More »
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