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Kindness benches delivered to schools
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on February 17th, 2023
reporter@medicinehatnews.com Pink Shirt Day is Grade 4 student Olivia Mardian’s favourite, and to have a Blue Imp Be Kind bench delivered to her school, Ken Sauer, makes this one extra special. “I don’t like when people bully because it’s not nice,” she said. Blue Imp delivered 13 benches to public schools, six to Catholic schools, ... Read More »
1 responseNewell County likely adopting tax incentives for commercial projects
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 17th, 2023
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews Newell County is proposing to cap municipal tax rates for major new construction projects in the county around Brooks, along with other tax rebates for new commercial development. First reading of the proposed bill took place Feb. 9, and would also provide a 50 per cent rebate for five years to new or renovated ... Read More »
1 responseDrones in agriculture: The wave of now
By COLLIN GALLANT on February 17th, 2023
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant The long-predicted entry of drone technology in farming, energy and other sectors has already taken hold, according to presenters at an industry development conference Thursday in Medicine Hat. And they say there is still a lot of runway in developing unmanned aircraft in those and emerging sectors. “We think the opportunity is out there, ... Read More »
1 responsePrairie Rose approves proposal for Seven Persons shop class
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on February 17th, 2023
reporter@medicinehatnews.com A few months ago, Seven Persons School did a presentation to the Prairie Rose School Division board about building a shop class area. The proposal was brought forward for approval by trustee Graeme Dennis at the Feb. 14 meeting. “Building a shop there would enhance student learning and is important in a rural setting. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Renewables surge could congest Alberta’s power grid
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 17th, 2023
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews A surge in renewable power production in southeast Alberta could soon cause congestion on the Alberta power grid. That is according to the Alberta Electrical system operator which told industry officials last week that equipment upgrades near Medicine Hat may be needed next year while longer-term solutions, including new lines, are studied. In a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Locally-operated health website Virtunurse aims to address issues relating to access to care
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on February 17th, 2023
reporter@medicinehatnews.com Matthew Jubelius, founder of the virtual health-care program Virtunurse, has been a registered nurse since 2007 and has lived in Medicine Hat for about 13 years. He has a rich background in nursing, including advanced practice, and taught nursing at Medicine Hat College. He created Virtunurse with the goal of increasing access to care ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Special Olympics Polar Plunge this weekend in Hat
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 17th, 2023
@MedicineHatNews Hatters are cooling down in a big way for fundraising efforts this weekend. Special Olympics Medicine Hat is hosting the 2023 Polar Plunge on Sunday at Big Marble Go Centre. The Polar Plunge, which starts at 2 p.m., is in support of Special Olympics Alberta and is the sixth and final of the year ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!St. Patrick’s School to host volleyball club for elementary students
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on February 17th, 2023
reporter@medicinehatnews.com At the regularly scheduled board meeting of the Medicine Hat Catholic Board of Education, a motion was passed to approve a new MHCBE Volleyball Development Club hosted by St. Patrick’s School. Secretary-treasurer Greg MacPherson presented the proposal to the trustees. St. Patrick’s will charge $30 to each player. The cost will cover a T-shirt, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MH Interpretive Program’s Mosaic of Medicine Hat open to any and all artists
By KENDALL KING on February 17th, 2023
kking@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Interpretive Program is showcasing artwork created by community members in its upcoming exhibit Mosaic of Medicine Hat. Running from Apr. 1-30 at the Police Point Park Nature Centre, the exhibit will be include works by local artists of all ages and skill levels. “This is our first time doing any kind ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Prairie Rose reaping rewards for focus on ‘TAVE’ skills for students
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on February 16th, 2023
reporter@medicinehatnews.com Prairie Rose Public Schools superintendent Reagan Weeks gave a presentation to the board this week on trades, apprenticeships and vocational education (TAVE), and how the work is connecting future prospects to students. The foundations of TAVE skills are learned in elementary and junior high, then built upon in high school. Weeks talked about a ... Read More »
1 responseSnowpack values vary from southern Alberta to SW Saskatchewan
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 16th, 2023
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews Snowpack values in the Cypress Hills are as much as 50 per cent more than average, according to first report of the season on the potential prairie runoff. But, regions in central southern Alberta show less cover, and agencies in Saskatchewan are predicting well below-normal runoff near Maple Creek. Alberta Environment reports the values ... Read More »
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