Hat spared as powerful Alberta storm hits Calgary region
A line of thunderstorms rolled across southern Alberta, sparing Medicine Hat but causing outages in Calgary affecting about 2000 homes and businesses. Lethbridge and Vulcan County reported flooding and outages as a tornado watch was issued for nearby counties with no twisters confirmed. The Environment Canada station at Onefour logged about 0.5 inches of rain before midnight.
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Movement Disorder Doctor to Speak at Medicine Hat Event
Dr Scott Kraft a Calgary Movement Disorder Program neurologist will address a Parkinson Alberta gathering in Medicine Hat on August 22 contingent on at least 30 registrations. Bet Metcalf says time and venue will be released once enrollment reaches the threshold. Email BethMetcalf parkinsonal berta.ca or call 403-526-5521.
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Disturbance at Regina Correctional Centre Ends After Damage
Government reports a disturbance at Regina Correctional Centre involving 13 inmates and a security threat group unit. One staff member and one inmate were lightly hurt and emergency crews ended the incident Thursday night. Damages exceed $100,000 and four inmates were moved afterward.
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Local senior trains for 100 km kidney research walk
Lorne Mason a 69 year old Calgary area resident plans a 100 km September walk from Kananaskis to Olympic Park in Calgary to raise funds for kidney research inspired by a local transplant narrative. He targets 2200 dollars, has raised about 800, and will intensify daily training in coming months. Donations are sought online.
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Catholic education foundation hosts annual fundraiser golf tourney
The Medicine Hat Catholic Schools Education Foundation held its annual fundraiser at Cottonwood Coulee golf course on Friday. About 85 golfers participated as chair Rob Stroh and director Byron Martin praised community support and the event’s focus on funding Catholic education and developing future leaders.
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