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Your Money: Markets and recession
By Matt Solberg on January 14th, 2023
No one can accurately predict when an economy will slip into recession, but there is an adage in investing that states the stock market knows when the economy is slowing down, before anyone else does. There’s some truth in this. Financial markets move on expectations while economic data looks backward. In fact, we usually don’t ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eye on the Esplanade: We focus on safety so you can focus on fun
By Trampas Brown on January 13th, 2023
Last week we got a stark reminder how important it is to keep health and safety a top priority in the events world. A tragic incident occurred in Cincinnati during a Monday Night Football game, when Damar Hamlin of the Buffalo Bills suffered a cardiac arrest on the field. Venue and team staff rushed to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Millennials opting out of having children
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on January 13th, 2023
A Moroccan proverb claims, “If a man leaves little children behind him, it is as if he did not die.” A Sanskrit saying translates as, “A house without children is only a cemetery.” Having children may be central to sustained human life. But over the past several years, there has been a crescendo of voices ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Miywasin Moment: The business of bannock
By JoLynn Parenteau on January 11th, 2023
A new year is before us. Much like a blank page, may we fill it with new experiences full of wonder, joy and successes to celebrate. As a writer, I look forward to filling the Miywasin Moment’s blank pages with stories of exciting new people, places and events to come. In between, I’ll continue sharing ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Heritage in the Hat: Heart of health care
By Sally Sehn on January 10th, 2023
Late in November 1957, ribbon-cutting ceremonies were held for the new Medicine Hat General Hospital and the building just north of the hospital known only as the “nurses’ residence.” The modern structures replaced the old hospital and the Victoria Nurses’ Home once located where the Police Station now stands. Alberta architects Rule, Wynn, and Rule ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Insurance Understood: 2023 cleanup
By Steve Meldrum on January 7th, 2023
This past summer my family had a sewer backup in our home. To make matters worse it was the night before we went on a two-week vacation to the Maritimes. Have you ever had to deal with something like this? Let me tell you, it is no fun. When we got back from our trip, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Antlers, willow branches and habits
By Bob Findley on January 7th, 2023
I recently watched a remarkable video of moose shedding his antlers in a farmyard, caught on a door camera. At first everything seemed normal. Then the moose stopped and had a whole body shiver, almost a shudder. Then with a that, the antlers came flying off, and moose wildly ran off into the trees. Not ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: What’s next?
By Linda Hancock on January 7th, 2023
At the end of each year I really like to write a Christmas letter because that helps me to review the past months. Looking at the calendar reminds me of the events that have occurred as well as some of the things that have been accomplished (or failed) and putting everything in writing seems to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Why wait for spring?
By Patty Rooks on January 7th, 2023
I know many of you out there are getting a bit tired of seeing all of that white “stuff” on the ground. If you are like me, you are longing for the beautiful spring days to come so you can get back into your garden and see all the amazing plants grow and bloom. Unfortunately, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Aging well at home
By DR. GIFFORD-JONES & DIANA GIFFORD-JONES on January 6th, 2023
It’s been said that parents should be nice to their children. “After all, they are going to choose your nursing home.” So it is punishment or reward when children choose to help their parents stay living in their own homes? Some lifestyle choices are clear as night and day. Don’t smoke. Do exercise. Don’t lose ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: The science of snowflakes
By Patty Rooks on December 31st, 2022
I have enjoyed the little bursts of snow we have had over the past week. When I went for a walk earlier, it was absolutely beautiful outside – there was no wind and the snow was gently falling on me. As I looked down on my coat sleeve there was the most beautiful snowflake. I ... Read More »
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