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College students explore effects of Fast Fashion in the Hat
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 9th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Two sustainable innovation students from Medicine Hat College have been put under the spotlight for their research into how “Fast Fashion” affects the community. Fast fashion refers to a business model of the mass-production of inexpensive clothing by copying fashion designs. While driving down prices for customers, the effects from the production can have ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City opens application window for 2026 microgrants
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 9th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The application window is now open for the City of Medicine Hat’s Microgrants program in 2026. The microgrant program offers funding up to $500 in two categories, neighbourhood connections and community arts and culture. The Neighbourhood Connections category provides funding to projects that build neighbourhoods and foster social connection and inclusion. The Community Arts ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Province expands Calgary, Edmonton pre-court requirements for family matters
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 9th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com A new protocol adopted by the Alberta Court of King’s Bench is changing how people will access help from the court when navigating family matters in Alberta. The Family Focused Protocol, effective Jan. 2, is designed to streamline the point of contact for families and prioritize earlier resolution through settlement. The protocol introduces new ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Proactive approach shields Hat from Calgary-like water disasters
By ZOE MASON on January 9th, 2026
zmason@medicinehatnews.com The City of Medicine Hat is paying close attention to the situation unfolding in Calgary, where for the second time in two years the city of 1.6 million is under water-use advisories after a water main break. While there are plenty of lessons to take away from what’s happened in Calgary, City of Medicine ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MHIP’s Watershed Wednesday series will put focus on river ice
By Medicine Hat News on January 9th, 2026
Watershed Wednesdays continue with the Medicine Hat Interpretive Program later this month with a look at the January ice. “The world of river ice hosts a marvel of wildlife interactions,” said park interpreter Erika Derman. “We will walk along the frozen shore as we talk about the importance of ice in Medicine Hat’s dynamic river ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mental health training program available specifically with rural Albertans in mind
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on January 9th, 2026
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Stigma-Free Mental Health Society will offer a two-day mental health training program for rural and agricultural communities across Alberta. Focused on the idea of peer support, the Two-Day Rural Minds Matter Peer Support Training program is designed for anyone eager to open up conversations about mental health and provide support within their communities. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Committee hears city growing at 2.5% annually; staff say it’s a ‘healthy rate’
By BRENDAN MILLER on January 9th, 2026
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com City committee members heard the Medicine Hat’s growth rate between 2023 and 2024 sits at 2.54 per cent annual during a public meeting Thursday afternoon. Members of the development and infrastructure committee were provided a presentation on the 2025 economic development report for quarters three and four, highlighting regional development, business and industry development, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local firefighters share battery safety tip following US house fire
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 9th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat Fire and Emergency Services has shared safety lessons surrounding the risks of overheating batteries following a house fire Wednesday night in Bellevue, Wash. Fire crews said the blaze highlights “important safety lessons” related to incidents involving batteries and provided tips to residents over their social media sites Thursday. Firefighters say although the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MHMT says humour makes up for realism in upcoming production POTUS
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on January 9th, 2026
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The stage is almost set for Medicine Hat Musical Theatre’s next production, a humorous and all too real look at behind the scenes of keeping some men in power. POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive, is a 2022 play written by Selina Fillinger, something local director ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Youth engagement topic at upcoming volunteer learning series
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 9th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com A free workshop series aimed to inspire Hatters to become an active part of improving community wellbeing continues next Thursday online. Teaming up with Volunteer Alberta, the city is hosting a free volunteerism learning series called “Rotted in Action – volunteerism learning series,” through a total of five in-person and virtual workshops, each covering ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Manslaughter charges laid after late December homicide on Siksika First Nation
By Medicine Hat News on January 8th, 2026
A member of Siksika First Nation and Calgary has been arrested and charged with manslaughter. Gleichen RCMP responded to a report of an assault on the Nation on Dec. 25 at 8:48 p.m. The victim was determined to need medical attention when officers arrived and was transported to a Calgary hospital. The victim passed away ... Read More »
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