Leons Headlines Sept 20: New seats are in, towels are out, paint is dry & it’s time for hockey. The Brandon Wheat Kings open the WHL regular season tonight at Keystone Centre hosting Moose Jaw, following a tailgate party at 5pm.
-NDP government officially concedes MB will rely on oil & natural gas until cleaner energy sources are more available in a new provincial energy policy.
-Exodus from MB. Research shows that 25K young people aged 15 to 34 have left MB in the past decade due to safety & career concerns, prompting the MB Chamber to advocate for promoting the province’s lower cost of living to keep young talent.
-A Wednesday evening thunderstorm caused a power outage that shut down plants at Koch Fertilizer Brandon, which may have led to the ammonia smell in the area.
-New limits on international students are causing turmoil among colleges & universities. ‘Canada’s reputation has taken a hit’: Universities Canada president.
-Brandon City Council voted Monday to sell several city-owned lots on 6th Street North to Habitat for Humanity for $1 advancing plans to build up to 26 homes.
-BPS is warning about a scam involving a text claiming “ALERT UNPAID TICKET” and urges people to disregard it and avoid clicking any links, as it’s a fraudulent attempt to steal information. The City only issues by-law tickets in person, to a vehicle, or by mail.
-Finally, online renewal….in the USA only. While Americans can now renew their passports online, Canadians are still waiting as the government continues testing with no official rollout date.
-Blue Bombers’ Adam Bighill out for remainder of season following knee surgery. Next game Saturday at 6 pm in Edmonton.
WHEAT KINGS HOME OPENER TONIGHT and the Keystone Centre arena looks amazing! Moose Jaw tonight and tailgate party starts at 5pm.
Gen Z TikTok Regret. Nearly half of Gen Z wishes TikTok never existed, according to a recent survey. Many in this generation now express regret over its influence.
https://fortune.com/well/article/nearly-half-of-gen-zers-wish-social-media-never-invented
Zach Bryan Apologizes. Country singer Zach Bryan deactivated his X account after comparing Taylor Swift to Kanye West. His remarks ignited backlash from Swift’s devoted fanbase.
https://www.boredpanda.com/zach-bryan-apologizes-after-taylor-swift-kanye-west-comparison-tweet
Streaming Service Value. Not all streaming services offer equal value for their content. A new ranking highlights how different platforms stand out in terms of variety.
https://digg.com/movies-and-tv/link/best-value-for-money-streaming-service
Hallmark Christmas Movies. Hallmark revealed its 2024 lineup of Christmas movies, sparking excitement. These films are known for heartwarming small-town romances and happy endings.
https://bestlifeonline.com/hallmark-christmas-movies-2024
Sheriff’s Heroic Rescue. A Michigan deputy saved a truck driver experiencing a medical emergency. She climbed into the truck and safely brought it to a stop.
New Kids Vegas Residency. New Kids on the Block announced their first Las Vegas residency for 2025. The group will perform at MGM’s Dolby Live theater from June to July.
Diddy on Suicide Watch. Sean “Diddy” Combs is on suicide watch after being indicted on sex trafficking charges. Disturbing footage involving an alleged victim has resurfaced online.
Canada’s Airline Fee Proposal. Canada is considering a $583 fee for each airline consumer complaint. This would apply even if the airline is not at fault, sparking debate.
Walmart Price Complaints. A Walmart shopper pointed out that clearance prices often have minimal discounts. Many customers feel frustrated by misleading sale signs.
TSA Stops SPAM Passenger. A traveler was stopped by TSA for carrying an unusual amount of SPAM, leading to laughter. The passenger shared the humorous incident on TikTok, embracing the embarrassment.
