If you get too close, you may feel a few sparks. An electrically charged powder coating process is one way a local man is adding his personalized design to his All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV). As you step into the garage of local resident Craig Weston, it’s apparent artistic work takes place within the four walls. Rows…
A friendly affair
Barack Obama welcomed Trudeau to the White House last week for the first official Canadian state visit in the past 20 years. Although it’s unfortunate that it took this long to reoccur, Trudeau was greeted with open arms. The events kicked off with a cocktail party Wednesday night in which various Canadian dignitaries and celebrities…
Sleeping in the cold for charity
This week University of Lethbridge students gave up the comforts of home for a good cause. The students participated in a charity event that is raising money for a local youth shelter. I spent some time with them at their new home, outside of the student union building. These students gave up shelter from the…
Without a home
An annual charity event is raising money for the homeless. Sarah Redekop has the story. Five University of Lethbridge students are living outside for five days to raise money for the homeless. The annual Five Days for the Homeless fundraiser began on Sunday. The students live outside without communication devices, showers or their own food.…
Without a place to call home
Five University of Lethbridge students voluntarily became homeless this week. With the comforts of home far behind, these students spent five days outside raising money and awareness for the homeless. The students were participating in a charity event that began in 2005 by students at the University of Alberta. Since then the annual 5 Days…
A fresh start
Local organizations are joining together to help out the less fortunate. Sarah Redekop has more. Local organizations are teaming up to take care of the less fortunate. On Saturday organizations will get together to offer medical care, hair cutting, housing supports, addictions services, and tax preparation assistance for the homeless. City of Lethbridge representative Wally…
The monster of all Outlanders
A Lethbridge man is taking his hobby to new heights. Sarah Redekop has the story. A local man in Lethbridge has gained international attention for his hobby. Resident, Craig Weston, began customizing his quad in his free time about seven months ago. Since then he has added various custom-made parts including a snorkel and exhaust…
A monstrous machine
A resident of Lethbridge has gained international attention for a project that began as a hobby. After numerous hours spent working in his garage, he’s ready to hit the trails on his upgraded machine. Sarah Redekop has more.
Criminal Justice students get a reality check
Lethbridge College criminal justice students got a taste of reality today. Sarah Redekop has more. Lethbridge College criminal justice students faced some difficult scenarios today. Actors were brought in to simulate crisis’ such as suicide and dealing with people with mental disorders. Students were evaluated on how they handled the scenarios. Criminal Justice student, Michael…
BioGas facility still underutilized by local farmers
As you enter east Lethbridge from Highway 3 you may notice some large green silos to your right. These large green tanks are busy transforming organic waste into power. This is a new form of green energy taking place in our city. The facility, called Lethbridge BioGas, is the largest of its kind in Alberta.…
