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U of L professor talks about storytelling and reconciliation
By Cal Braid - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 11th, 2023
As a part of Indigenous Awareness Week, the University of Lethbridge presented seminars on Indigenous history and culture. Don McIntyre, a professor at the University’s Dhillon School of Business on Thursday hosted one of the sessions, exploring ideas of identity, labels, societal changes, and cultural shifts, but he focused primarily on Indigenous storytelling. He captured ... Read More »
1 responseG.S. Lakie puts its own spin on ‘Wizard of Oz’
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 11th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com G.S. Lakie Middle School celebrated its 20th anniversary with a collaborative production this past week that highlighted all the performing arts and design programs offered at the school. Staff and students took on the Wizard of Oz for their big show, and they gave it a middle school twist. One of four directors, ... Read More »
1 responsePhillips gets five years in fatal Coalhurst collision case
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on March 11th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A southern Alberta man who slammed into a vehicle more than three years ago, killing the elderly driver, has been sentenced to five years in a federal penitentiary. Wesley Brian Phillips was sentenced this week in Lethbridge Court of King’s Bench, where he pleaded guilty to one count of failing to provide a ... Read More »
1 responseTime change has impact on health
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 11th, 2023
It’s that time a year again – you get to lose an hour of sleep Saturday night because of Daylight Saving Time. Daylight Saving begins Sunday and though modern-technology does the hard work for us, don’t forget to set that annoying oven clock forward one-hour Sunday. This time of year, we lose an hour as ... Read More »
5 responsesAllied Arts Council looks to strike a musical note this summer
By Troy Bannerman - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 11th, 2023
The Allied Arts Council is hunting for musicians for their summer programs, Tara Gillanders, the projects and membership manager of the Allied Arts Council, said in a recent interview. “Every year we do a lot of programming and I’m always looking for musicians, either individuals or groups. I do have opportunities all through the year. ... Read More »
1 responseJuno Awards honouring Ron Sakamoto
By Lethbridge Herald on March 10th, 2023
Al Beeber – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – abeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Nobody believed Ron Sakamoto could establish a successful career as a music promoter based in Lethbridge. It’s too small, the doubters said. It’s too far away from major centers. But Sakamoto had faith in himself and he has proved the naysayers wrong in a lengthy career in which he’s worked ... Read More »
1 responseYWCA recognizes women of distinction
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on March 10th, 2023
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The 47th Annual YWCA Women of Distinction Awards on Wednesday recognized six women for their contributions to the community in different ways and this year a couple of changes were announced. The YWCA Women of Distinction awards recognize those women who through their own initiative, ability, and effort, have made exemplary achievements in ... Read More »
1 responseConference aims to empower Blackfoot women
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 10th, 2023
Lethbridge was host this week to numerous events highlighting Indigenous culture and women’s empowerment. The University of Lethbridge held its annual Indigenous Awareness Week on campus from Monday to Friday, highlighting the heritage and impact of Indigenous peoples. On Wednesday , the city celebrated International Women’s Day with a Women’s Day breakfast held by the ... Read More »
1 responseCCH raises the curtain on ‘The Addams Family’
By Troy Bannerman - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 10th, 2023
Braden Dalton is excited about the work his students at Catholic Central High School have put into their production of “The Addams Family.” The production opens today and runs through March 18. Art students designed and created the incredible background and backdrops, and the performers have been working on their roles since October 2022. Dalton ... Read More »
1 responseHot sauce expo set for celebration of spicy
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 10th, 2023
A local Lethbridge business is looking to bring a little extra heat to the city this weekend, helping melt the ice and tastebuds with its event. Heating up the Prairies will be taking place Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the Lethbridge Exhibition. Hosted by Beyond Hot, vendors will be coming from all ... Read More »
1 responseAlberta Party leader discusses platform at SACPA
By Ry Clarke - Lethbridge Herald Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 10th, 2023
The Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs hosted the leader of the Alberta Party Barry Morishita on Friday. Morishita spoke aboutthe party’s platform and if Albertans are ready to move on from governance by the NDP and UCP. He also discussed issues with the two dominating parties and how conflict has led to more issues ... Read More »
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