Local Life
Collector’s Corner: Stamps of Fiji
By Dennis Vickery on November 4th, 2023
Fiji is a group of 332 islands (106 inhabited) in the South Pacific north-east of New Zealand just west of the International Date Line. Fiji has been a British Colony since 1874 and an independent nation in the British Commonwealth since 1970. The first postal service in Fiji was established in 1870 by G. L. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Recycling made easy (and fun)
By Patty Rooks on November 4th, 2023
I am still hearing from people who attended our Family Science Olympics at Medicine Hat College a few weeks ago. Many are asking if I can share the amazing experiments the education students put together. Although I do not have the exact activity, here is my version of “Recycling Paper.” I was really in awe ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Understanding youth substance use
By Michelle Sauvé on November 3rd, 2023
Some children and youth experiment with and push boundaries. These behaviours are part of growing up for many young people. When tobacco, vaping, alcohol, drugs, or gambling are involved, experimentation can become a progression that may lead to dependency or an addiction. Alberta Health Services offers a Parent Information Series designed to answer frequently asked ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Pros and cons of surgery for osteoarthritis
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on November 3rd, 2023
When osteoarthritis in the knee is causing you pain, how do you know whether to hang in there and take it or to accept the risks of going under the knife in hopes of bouncing back stronger? It’s not an easy question. Many factors need to be part of the decision. Osteoarthritis (OA) is the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Stampede Roundup: An updated Stampede grounds of benefit to all of Medicine Hat
By Ryan McCracken on November 3rd, 2023
After nearly 45 years, the time has come for the Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede to look toward the revitalization and enhancement of its grandstands and interior facilities. The Stampede’s north grandstand was constructed in 1966 (followed by the south grandstand in 1979), and is rapidly reaching the end of its structural lifespan. These facilities ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Close-Up on Co-op Place: A hub of diverse events for thousands of attendees
By Derek Schesnuk on November 2nd, 2023
Over the past seven months, we’ve seen a fair share of traffic at Co-op Place, both indoors and outdoors. Since the beginning of March, we have welcomed nearly 50,000 guests into the venue. We have hosted numerous concerts and family events; teamed up with charitable organizations and showcased world-class bull riding, motocross racing, junior hockey ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Burn out or rust out?
By Linda Hancock on October 28th, 2023
I work hard and always try to help individuals to the best of my ability. When people have questioned me about this over the years, I have replied by saying “I would rather burn out than rust out!” That might have been a cute statement but, now that I am gaining (slightly), I feel that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Why is it some snow is heavy, some snow is light?
By Patty Rooks on October 28th, 2023
“Wow,” is all I can say to the blast of winter we had this week. It was a true southern Alberta weather experience, going from beautiful skies and warm weather to heavy wet snow, ice and below-freezing temperatures in a matter of hours. The snow we had was extremely heavy – it was like lifting ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Giving away a lifetime is bittersweet medicine
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on October 27th, 2023
We find ourselves in the midst of change. During this 100th trip around the sun, it’s finally time for a move to a retirement residence. While the comforts and care of an elegant assisted-living community are welcome, the upheaval is overwhelming! It’s hard to say goodbye to the family home of nearly 50 years. When ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month
By Amanda Poll on October 27th, 2023
The month of October marks Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. Miscarriage and perinatal loss are tragedies that effect not only parents, but siblings, family members and friends. It is important that we address the stigma parents, and especially women, face after pregnancy and infant loss. Thousands of Canadian families experience a perinatal loss each ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Heritage in the Hat: Our daily bread
By Malcolm Sissons on October 24th, 2023
Sharing a pastry at MT Nest with my buddy Jim the other day, he observed that the current bakery and cafe was on the site of a previous bakery, operated by his great-grandfather, John B. Richardson. Talk about full circle! Michael Leonard, an experienced baker, arrived in 1883 on the first train to cross the ... Read More »
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