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All Psyched Up: Save time and money
By Medicine Hat News on October 27th, 2017
I remember a few years ago when a client told me that his garage was a huge mess. When he needed a screwdriver it was easier to just go to the store and buy a new one! His dream was to travel more but he didn’t feel that he had the time or money to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar Oct. 23-29
By Medicine Hat News on October 23rd, 2017
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!Craft fair today at South Country Village
By Medicine Hat News on October 21st, 2017
Medicine Hat News It’s never too early to start Christmas shopping. The Heritage Centre Society at South Country Village is hosting a Family Craft Fair from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. today in the Wuerfel Auditorium. All proceeds from the sale will go toward new physical well activities and equipment for the Adult Day Program. A variety ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: The cost of community
By Medicine Hat News on October 21st, 2017
I was going to write about something else this week but on Wednesday when I sat down to write, the world changed. First, I heard that Gord Downie, front man for the iconic Canadian band The Tragically Hip, died of brain cancer. If you’ve paid attention for the last couple of years, you know he ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: The answer is blowing in the wind
By Medicine Hat News on October 21st, 2017
Wow, what a windy week! It is hard to believe the wind was strong enough to topple large, towering evergreens, poplars and even willows. There were branches, leaves, signs, parts of roofs and various other pieces of debris scattered around the city this week. Crews have been out diligently working, but it is going to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Children and art
By Medicine Hat News on October 21st, 2017
Metro Editorial Children have long been drawn to expressing themselves through art. According to developmental experts, colouring stimulates creativity, contributes to better handwriting, teaches colour recognition, and can promote hand-eye coordination. Colouring books can help children learn to recognize boundaries and structure and develop spacial awareness. Crayons have long been a favourite tool for coloring, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Understanding why, where and how much you should give to charity
By Medicine Hat News on October 21st, 2017
How do you give back to the community? What inspires you to get out your chequebook? Do you give to a place of worship? A community organization? A local school? Your alma mater? Are your gifts given on a monthly or annual basis? On a broader scale, do you have a plan for how you ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Vision Zero targets roadway deaths
By Medicine Hat News on October 20th, 2017
What if I told you that driving your car as your means of transportation was not supposed to kill you? And yet, traffic fatalities are still a leading cause of injury death in Alberta. The Office of Traffic Safety’s overview report for 2015 explains that although there was a 10.6 per cent reduction in traffic ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Time for preparation
By Medicine Hat News on October 20th, 2017
My 18-year-old grandson graduated from high school this year and was fortunate to be hired by a large cement company. His hitch is 15 days in Kindersley followed by seven days off. This is the first time that Andrew has been far from home for several days at a time. He states that he likes ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Veiner Centre Contract Bridge Club September results
By Medicine Hat News on October 18th, 2017
Sept. 6 1. Jim Hillson 2. Bert Howes 3. Ruth Tidy 4. Betty Biffard 5. Bruce Perrin Sept. 11 1. Adrienne Warynycia 2. Lynne Windjack 3. Lil Iwanicki 4. Bruce Perrin 5. Matilda Weiss Sept. 13 1. Bruce Perrin 2. Bert Howes 3. Norma Campbell & Lois Howes (tie) Sept. 18 1. Bruce Perrin 2. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar Oct. 16-22
By Medicine Hat News on October 16th, 2017
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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