Leons Headlines Sept 11: New Brandon clinic is a former clinic closed for nearly a decade, now freshly renovated & set to reopen as a minor injury & illness clinic. Prairie Mountain Health have recruited staff, Super Thrifty Drugs covered most of the $600K reno cost along with $130K in grants from Downtown Development Corp.
-Manitobans can pay tribute to AMC Grand Chief Cathy Merrick by signing a book of condolences at the legislature 8 am to 8 pm. until the end of the week. A candlelight vigil was held at the Riverbank Discovery Centre Tuesday evening.
-International students at BU are worried about the federal government’s reintroduction of a 24-hour weekly work cap this fall, as rising costs for rent, food & tuition make it difficult to manage finances.
-Virden RCMP are investigating the death of a 26yr old Virden man found on Sept 8 in the RM of Pipestone, with the cause pending autopsy results.
-MB government facing backlash for cutting financial support for 400 people at risk of homelessness, a program that provided up to $422 a month, citing “unprecedented demand” for a temporary halt on applications.
-Brandon is on the lookout for companies to help refurbish 14 out of its 17 aging buses, aiming to extend their lifespan by another 8 to 10 years.
-Brandon’s first-ever Paddlefest on the Assiniboine River goes this weekend, featuring canoe rides, a beer garden, and a pancake breakfast, with hopes of attracting 100 paddlers.
-Harvest is almost done for winter wheat and fall rye, with 65% of spring wheat complete, 75% of barley, 70% of oats and 25% of canola in the bin.
DEBATE NIGHT! Who won? Who lost? What happened? In their Philly debate, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump laid out their very different plans for America’s future. Harris took shots at Trump’s record and 2020 loss, while Trump called it his best debate yet—though Harris snagged a big win with an endorsement from Taylor Swift. This debate is a game changer compared to Trump’s earlier dominance over Biden and might really shake up the race.
What about the Taylor Swift endorsement? Trump isn’t surprised by pop superstar Taylor Swift’s endorsement of Kamala Harris, saying the singer was always going to endorse the Democratic Party. “It was just a question of time. She couldn’t possibly endorse Biden. You look at Biden, you couldn’t possibly endorse him,” Trump said, clarifying that he is “not a Taylor Swift fan.”
US INFLATION FINALLY HITS 2.5% but what about food? The news is good here too, and hopefully on its way to Canada! Online Grocery Prices. US online grocery prices dropped a record 3.7% in August—finally, some grocery bill relief!
Weight-Loss Trend. “Ricezempic” is the latest TikTok craze claiming to mimic Ozempic’s weight-loss effects, but is it safe? Experts are raising eyebrows due to its unproven benefits and the risks of following viral trends.
https://bestlifeonline.com/ricezempic
Brooks & Dunn Tour. Country legends Brooks & Dunn are hitting the road again! Their 2025 Neon Moon Tour promises 12 shows packed with boot-stomping fun.
Hotel Oddities. Ever left a pet lizard in your hotel room? Well, you’re not alone—people forget the strangest things, from baby chicks to $6 million watches!
Canadian Road Rage. In the most Canadian way possible, a cop diffused a road-rage incident with politeness and charm. Only in Canada, eh?
Forbidden Foods. Ever seen a rock that looks like bacon? These everyday objects look delicious but are definitely not edible—talk about the ultimate tease!
https://pleated-jeans.com/2024/09/10/forbidden-foods-snacks
Crazy Headlines. Today’s news reads like a bizarre reality show—just when you thought things couldn’t get crazier, they do!
Cooked Cucumbers. Every try these? Think cucumbers are only for salads? Think again! Crispy fried cucumbers are the new food hack you didn’t know you needed.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1656128/how-to-cook-cucumbers-crispy
Campbell’s Name Change. After 102 years, Campbell’s Soup is dropping “soup” from its name to focus on more than just canned goods. Change is in the air!
