Southern Alberta News
‘Making it Big in Lethbridge’ exhibit offers a summer space for art
By Steffanie Costigan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 22nd, 2023
Local artists had an opportunity to showcase their work during Casa’s annual summer salon. The theme this year, Making it Big in Lethbridge, was inspired by artists actually making it big, said Darcy Logan, curator of gallery services at Casa. “It’s kind of a play on words because, obviously, we’re talking about scale,” Logan said. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City hall ceremony celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day
By Justin Sibbet - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 22nd, 2023
The city celebrated National Indigenous Peoples Day Wednesday with a ceremony and a blessing by an Indigenous elder. Several members from the neighbouring First Nations spoke alongside representatives of the city, including Deputy Mayor John Middleton-Hope. He says the events were a great opportunity for the city to showcase their relationship with the Indigenous population ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Napi’s Run recognizes Missing and Murdered Indigenous Woman and Men
By Justin Sibbet - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 21st, 2023
Running across Canada is no simple task, yet a group of dedicated runners are doing just that in honour of others who have passed on before them. Napi’s Run for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Woman and Men and Mother Earth 2023 has been crossing the country for 70 days. Johnny Bare Shin Bone says he ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New artistic director takes the stage at Theatre Outré
By Steffanie Cositgan - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 21st, 2023
A local queer theatre has set the stage for a new artistic director. Theatre Outré’s previous artistic director, Jay Whitehead, steps down, allowing Brett Dahl, long time actor and member of the theatre, to take the spotlight as the new artistic director. Dahl has written three plays, two of which premiered at Outré. The plays ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!University ceremony honours Indigenous Peoples Day
By Justin Sibbet - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 21st, 2023
A ceremonial smudge kicked off several events to commemorate National Indigenous Peoples Day at the University of Lethbridge Tuesday. The ceremonial smudge was followed by a variety of activities, including medicine bag making, a round dance, Indigenous games and a teepee raising. The smudging was ceremoniously blessed by Francis First Charger before traditional songs were ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local woman says bank will not reimburse stolen money
By Justin Sibbet - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 21st, 2023
A Lethbridge woman whose bank account was fraudulently drained of more than $10,000 last year, says she still hasn’t been reimbursed from her bank, despite following all of the bank’s policies and procedures. Last year, Chantal Parkinson was at work, which involves helping drug-addicted pregnant women, when her cellphone was stolen from her vehicle. After ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Funding win has schools excited to put monies to good use
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on June 21st, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A born-and-raised Lethbridgian is giving back to his hometown through the KidoodlED Million Dollar School Giveaway, by giving thousands of dollars to schools in the Holy Spirit Catholic School Division. Neil Gruninger, president of A Parent Media Co. Inc (APMC), said Kidoodle.TV’s mission is to provide safe and engaging content for young audiences. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Former college student shares story of resilience during Pride flag raising
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on June 21st, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Lethbridge College raised its Progressive Pride Flag for the third year in a row to celebrate Pride month, just like it’s been doing for the last eight years. The Progressive Pride Flag represents not only members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, but also promotes inclusivity by recognizing trans individuals, marginalized people of colour, and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!World-renowned music group coming to Lethbridge
By Justin Sibbet - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 21st, 2023
With more than a half a century of expertise, multiple Juno awards and a collective tally of over 25 million CDs sold, a Canadian music group is set to rock the stage at the Yates Memorial Theatre during a prairie tour. Lunch at Allen’s is a music group made up of Cindy Church, Marc Jordan, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!U of L graduates ready for the challenges ahead
By Justin Sibbet - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 20th, 2023
The tassels may have turned, but two recent graduates from the University of Lethbridge plan to spend their next step in life learning as much as they can. One student, Mahaliah Peddle, has bid adieu to the university, but she herself has now become a teacher with aspirations to continue expanding her horizons while educating ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Psychiatric assessment ordered for man charged with weapons offences
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on June 20th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 37-year-old man accused of firing a gun in the Town of Coaldale and then again at a motorist, insists he’s crazy and should have a psychiatric assessment. “I do drywall by myself and talk crazy to the walls,” Danial Mark Ferguson told a judge Friday in Lethbridge court of justice. “Everyone thinks ... Read More »
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