Leons Headlines Dec 13: Dead zebra mussel larvae were found in the Assiniboine River at the Brandon Power Generating Station, leading the province to activate its Aquatic Invasive Species Early Detection Rapid Response Plan and develop a strategy to monitor and contain spread.
-Manitoba businesses bracing for GST holiday which starts Saturday. Retailers are bracing for the impact of the federal government’s GST holiday starting on Saturday. But many small businesses say they are still confused at what falls under the exemption.
-MB RCMP need the public’s help, and say they cannot solve this year’s record homicide cases, driven by alcohol and the illicit drug trade, without public cooperation, as the total is expected to reach 60 by year-end.
-The Brandon Teachers Association is highlighting ed significant capacity issues and a lack of resources, as student enrollment in Brandon rose by 645 to over 10K since the pandemic.
-The Federal Labour Minister has referred the Canada Post strike to the Canada Industrial Relations Board, where workers could be forced back until May. But even with a back-to-work order, Christmas mail sent next week likely won’t arrive until January.
-Assiniboine College will offer an 8-week Digital Agriculture Fundamentals course in Manitoba starting February 3, 2025, featuring hybrid online and in-person training to prepare mid-career professionals with agri-tech and professional skills.
-Winnipeg Jets can’t shake Vegas jinx, falling in overtime for 8th-straight loss to Golden Knights 3-2.
-Wheat Kings visit Prince Albert Saturday, Saskatoon Sunday.
The Tyler Glen Show Christmas Edition! It’s the FIRST Birthday of Klar So Spa at Elkhorn resort and today’s show was LIVE ON LOCATION at the Elkhorn Resort. THANKS to the staff and management for being incredible hosts and for the beautiful backdrop for today’s show. So much winter fun to be had at Riding Mountain Park!
I hope these are NOT a Christmas gift you bought. Stanley recalls 2.6 million Switchback and Trigger Action mugs due to a burn hazard.
https://bestlifeonline.com/stanley-travel-mug-recall
Finally FREE Wi-fi on planes in Canada! Air Canada will launch fast, free streaming-quality Wi-Fi in May 2025.
Bucket List, NYE in Times Square, all you can eat and drink with a great view. Attending a Times Square New Year’s Eve party is a bucket-list experience for many, despite high costs.
Cure for diabetes? It’s closer than you think! Mount Sinai scientists are close to developing a diabetes-curing pill that regenerates insulin cells.
https://studyfinds.org/simple-pill-cure-diabetes
TikTok has provided a lot of interesting decorating ideas this year, and most of them involve crafting! Ugh. “GMA” highlights DIY holiday decorating hacks to transform your home for the season.
MOVIE ALERT FOR THE WEEKEND: Netflix features heartwarming Christmas movies perfect for nostalgic holiday binge-watching.
https://bestlifeonline.com/netflix-christmas-movies-2024
These ornaments are NOT on our tree. I repeat, NOT. haha. This season’s funniest Christmas ornaments add hilarity and joy to holiday decorating.
https://pleated-jeans.com/2024/12/09/funniest-christmas-ornaments
