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Your Money: Keep calm and carry on (with your plan)
By Medicine Hat News on June 23rd, 2018
In the run up to the Second World War, “keep calm and carry on” was the phrase used on a motivational poster produced by the British government. The objective of this phrase was to raise the morale of the British public who were living under threat of widely predicted air attacks on major cities. While ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Go green when spending time outdoors this summer
By Medicine Hat News on June 23rd, 2018
Metro Editorial The great outdoors beckons people year-round. But nature is especially enticing in summer, when warm weather compels people to leave their couches and soak up some sun. Spending time outdoors is rewarding, and it can be even more so when men and women take steps to make their outdoor recreation as eco-friendly as ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: Catching magic in a bottle
By Medicine Hat News on June 23rd, 2018
I don’t know about all of you, but the anticipation of summer break is driving us absolutely mad at our house. School will be out in about a week, if you aren’t one of the lucky ones who has already finished. It’s hard to believe another school year is coming to an end. We are ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Be Youth Centre hosting grand opening today
By Medicine Hat News on June 23rd, 2018
Medicine Hat News The public is invited to the grand opening of the Be Youth Centre today. The event takes place from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. today at 102-1201 Kingsway Ave. S.E. A ribbon cutting, free barbecue and free activities will all be part of the celebration. Kona Ice will be on scene from 11:30-a.m.-1:30 p.m. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!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!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!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!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 »
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