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Province looking for feedback on implementing monetary annual passes for watercraft
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on July 30th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Alberta’s government is looking for ideas on how to best continue to fight the threat of invasive aquatic species. “Alberta is currently free of Zebra and Quagga mussels, but the risk is growing across North America. With more than 600 lakes and countless rivers and streams, there are many chances to explore the province ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Green thumbs wanted for pop-up soil testing at Nature Centre
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on July 30th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Gardeners can bring a small soil sample down to the Nature Centre next week, to help learn how to build a greater garden from the ground up. On Aug. 5, the Medicine Hat Interpretive Program is hosting a pop-up Soil Testing for Gardeners station at the trail in front of the centre from 2-3 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Art exhibit brings region’s grasslands to life
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on July 30th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Alberta artist Colin Starkevich brings both admiration and conservation to the Esplanade with his long-term exhibit, Forever Grasslands. The exhibition will be on display until Oct. 18, offering several months to take in the collection of natural landscapes, lovingly depicted in oil and acrylic paint. Starkevich has been creating pieces for this collection since ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New Stampede royalty vows to inspire young women to follow
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on July 30th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede’s 2025 Queen and Princess are hitting the ground running, ready to make their reign one to remember. On Friday evening, the results of this year’s MHES Queen competition were announced, declaring Mila Stuut as Queen and Joleigh Wood as Princess during the intermission of the Professional Rodeo. They ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!2025 Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede Parade, raffle winners announced
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on July 30th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede has released its 2025 parade float winners in 10 classes judged on several criteria such as originality, construction and humour. Class 1: Cowboys & Cowgirls Glamour winner, Tiffany Biensch; Intermediate winner, Don Davies; Junior winner: Teneale Boss Class 2: Western Riding winner, Grooming by Jennifer Hayes Class 3: ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cowboy of the skies; HALO honours passing of original air ambulance pilot
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on July 30th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Grant Fletcher, who piloted HALO’s very first life-saving mission in 2007 and continued his career until his retirement in 2023, has passed away. On Monday over social media HALO Air Ambulance honoured Fletcher, who throughout his career flew numerous missions throughout the region. “He carried out his duties as a helicopter pilot with unmatched ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!AHS offers tips to keep young kids safe around open windows
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on July 30th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com With the summer heat in full swing, many Albertans choose to keep their windows open as a way to help cool their homes; AHS hopes to remind parents of a few tips to keep their children safe while enjoying a breeze indoors. “Children often learn to climb before they learn to walk,” says AHS. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nenshi says province needs to put control back in municipalities
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on July 30th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com While visiting Medicine Hat last week as part of the “Better Together Summer” initiative, Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi offered perspective on current city affairs. Medicine Hat city council and the city’s manager – who was put on temporary leave Tuesday – were given until Oct. 1 to review and decide on the 207-page ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!CFSEA offering free virtual workshop on writing grant applications
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on July 30th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com With the next round of grant opportunities right around the corner, the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta is offering an application workshop to help organizations put their best foot forward. To help those interested understand what they qualify for and how to put in a strong application, CFSEA is hosting a free virtual Grant ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City CAO placed on temporary leave
By BRENDAN MILLER on July 30th, 2025
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Chief Administrative Officer Ann Mitchell has been placed on temporary paid leave of absence following a motion that passed unanimously during a closed Special Council Meeting on Monday morning. During Mitchell’s absence all her duties, powers and functions will be handled by city clerk Tarolyn Aaserud. Last Friday, council held a separate closed special ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Special council meeting turns up with no public annuncement
By Medicine Hat News on July 26th, 2025
The special council meeting called Friday had no public announcement. The City of Medicine Hat announced Thursday morning the holding of a virtual council meeting with the lone agenda item a closed meeting to discuss personnel matters. City Council joined the meeting, stream on Microsoft’s Teams, and opened the meeting for promptly joining the closed ... Read More »
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