It has been just over a week since the legendary lead singer of The Tragically Hip passed away of cancer at the age of 53. While his passing away was somewhat expected, it was still heart-breaking when the announcement came from his family. Downie was more than just a musician, he was a poet. His…
Living with type one diabetes
Liam Scheurkogel checks his blood sugar before having dinner to make sure his levels are where they need to be. The new and difficult challenges that type one diabetes brings can seem daunting and overwhelming to some families. But for one family, they were able to take most of the changes type one diabetes can…
What’s your beef? – Voter turnout
There are many things we can be proud about in the country we call Canada. We have grand mountain ranges, wide open prairies and great diversity among us. But the one thing I think we should be proudest of, is that we get to elect our leaders. Having this opportunity is something many nations don’t have…
Last place finish for Germsheid
Clint Germsheid scrolls through election results on Monday evening. One city council hopeful remained in his home on the night of the election, scrolling through the list of candidates as results came in. At the beginning of the night, Germsheid could be seen enjoying the evening with his wife and kids, having a nice dinner…
Kodiak men’s basketball gear up for successful season
The team practices hard in preparation for the new season. While the Kodiaks men’s basketball team is gearing up for hosting ACAC championships next March, their head coach wants the team to focus on one game at a time. Head coach Ryan Heggie says his team is looking forward to the lift created by hosting…
What’s your beef?
This week my beef is a little more serious. I have a beef with people who think they are entitled to end strangers’ lives. Last Sunday, Stephen Paddock ended the lives of 58 people and forever changed countless more. No one will ever know what truly drove Paddock to do this senseless act. I’ve never understood…
How Lethbridge’s Giant Pumpkin Festival impacts Children’s Wish Foundation
People flocked to Green Haven Garden Centre on Sept. 30 for a day of fun and fundraising for the Children’s Wish Foundation. There are many different children that are facing life-threatening illnesses each and every day. Cassidy Taekema was one of those kids, but thanks to the Children’s Wish foundation, was able to still feel…
What’s your beef?
This week my beef lies with a simple body part: the knee. The knee is something that has allowed people to live out their lives in freedom and happiness. But recently, the knee has been surrounded with backlash and protest. Over the past few weeks, many sports teams and athletes have kneeled during the U.S. national…
Christmas came early – How businesses prepare months in advance
Christmas is a busy time of year for everyone and that includes businesses. Some businesses may start in October or November, but many businesses are getting ready for Christmas before the calendar hits April. One of these companies is Global Reach Confections and More. This wholesale company prepares for the holiday season beginning in March. Ed Tams,…
Fall is in the air
As the calendar turns from summer to fall, many people are focused on regular routines and getting back to the full time grind of work and school. But the fall months are the best months of the year for one reason. This is the best time of the year because all of the major sports…
