COVID-19 has affected everyone in some way for the last two years. It’s been a long time, but like someone overstaying their welcome, the virus is still crashing on the world’s proverbial couch. So, it should not have come as a surprise when after strictly following protocols for two years and getting vaccinated, my whole…
Lethbridge man getting more heat than he bargained for
A Lethbridge man living in Australia is feeling more heat than he expected, while being caught in a record-breaking heatwave causing severe bushfires. Ben Kelly grew up in Lethbridge but moved to Brisbane, Queensland two years ago when he was looking for a way to progress his career while the warmer climate was also a…
Kodiaks reflect on a successful season
The Lethbridge College Kodiaks men’s basketball team suffered a loss at the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference championships, bringing a conclusion to their season. Despite not advancing to the national stage, the Kodiaks had much to reflect on.
Lethbridge speed skating
If speeding down a long lane of ice seems like your thing, or hugging tight corners while trying to get ahead of whoever is leading the pack, maybe you should consider lacing up a pair of speed skates. Check out how one local club is making it happen.
Flashlight cemetery tours
Cemetery’s aren’t necessarily a place people want to be after dark. But with Halloween coming up, people are ready and willingly to do it. The Galt Museum flashlight cemetery tours are up and running again this year. Cole Parkinson has more.
A culvert with a cause
A newly designed culvert behind the college has proved beneficial for environmental science students. The City of Lethbridge and Enviro Span installed a new crossing on a path in the coulees last year. Lethbridge College is gathering data on it’s reduced environmental impact. Sarah Redekop has more. Not only does the Enviro Span culvert protect…
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…
Diversity at the University of Lethbridge
University of Lethbridge honoured southern Alberta’s indigenous community this week. The U of L held its annual Native Awareness Week. From opening ceremonies to two distinct cultures coming together, I had the chance to find out more about this unique week. Tawnya Plain Eagle has more. Through the power of song, the First Nations community…
Waste matters
A European technology has made its way to southern Alberta. For the last two decades biogas has been generating power throughout Europe. Lethbridge became home to a bigoas facility two years ago, but the facility is still not operating at its full potential. Sarah Redekop has more. The hum of these engines carry waste that…