Written by Alejandra Pulido-Guzman & Karsen Marczuk Technology continues to advance, and the agriculture and food processing sectors have evolved along with it. As population across the world continues to grow, the agriculture sector continues to encounter problems with sufficient land to farm as urban development takes over. With less land to farm, farmers have…
Shortage of bicycles as demand skyrockets
As the weather starts to warm up, people are beginning to get outside for some fresh air. But, if you’re looking to buy a new bike this spring, you may be out of luck. Local bike shops in Lethbridge are struggling to meet the growing demand. Alberta has been experiencing a shortage of bikes since…
Wedding venues expect busy summer despite restrictions
With summer fast-approaching, local wedding venues around Lethbridge are gearing up for a busy season despite COVID-19. Wedding venues say they are eager to start the season, but are feeling disheartened by COVID-19 restrictions. The ballroom at the Coast Hotel and Conference Centre is currently quiet and empty, but in a short period of time,…
Greenhouses prepare for busy season despite pandemic
As the spring-like temperatures arrive in southern Alberta, local greenhouses around Lethbridge are busy preparing for the upcoming season. Lethbridge has seen above seasonal temperatures for the last few weeks and local greenhouses say people are itching to get outside and start planting. Greenhouses have begun planting seeds, bringing in soil amendments and trying to…
Real estate industry relying on technology, virtual tours
With limited in-person interactions, companies have shifted to connecting with clients using virtual technology, helping with the continuation of sales. Due to COVID-19, STARS Air Ambulance was unable to host its in-person dream homes for people to view; however, that forced STARS to get creative with virtual showings. For the past few years, STARS has…
Construction starts on Exhibition Park Agri-food Hub and Trade Centre
As warmer temperatures arrive in southern Alberta, the reconstruction of the new $70.6-million Lethbridge & District Exhibition Agri-food Hub and Trade Centre is heating up. Earlier this month, trees were removed from the grounds in preparation for Phase 1 of construction, which is set to begin with an official sod turning ceremony on March 31.…
Lethbridge businesses largely in favour of newly proposed Mustard Seed shelter
Some business owners are setting aside their concerns and welcoming the Mustard Seed’s proposed sober shelter site at the old Western One building in Lethbridge. The Mustard Seed is planning to open Lethbridge’s only sober shelter at 110 13 St. South, where individuals recovering from addictions or are substance-free can find the resources and support…
New West Theatre shines spotlight on Albertan playwright
Mike Tan (right) and Ashley Thomson (left) perform an online play reading of Jim Forgetting from the comfort of their own homes on March 4. New West Theatre is putting the spotlight on an Albertan playwright during an online play reading in early March. Col Cseke is a Calgary-based playwright, performer and the co-artistic director of the…
Coldest Night of the Year raises funds for Streets Alive Mission
Over 200 participants tied up their shoelaces and hit the pavement this past weekend for the Coldest Night of the Year walk, hosted by Streets Alive Mission. The annual Coldest Night of the Year fundraising walk is a nation-wide event that helps raise awareness for people who have no place to call home. For Streets…
Dunlop Ford donates two vehicles to Lethbridge College’s automotive programs
Students in the automotive programs at Lethbridge College have received two new Ford vehicles allowing them to gain more hands-on training. The college received a 2020 Ford Expedition and a 2020 Ford F-150, which will be used as an opportunity for students to train with some of the latest automotive technology available. “We’re proud to…
