Leons Headlines August 26: Voters in Spruce Woods head to the polls today in a provincial byelection to replace former MLA who left for federal politics. Polls are open until 8pm.
-Talks between Canada Post and it’s Union are temporarily on hold as it reviews the union’s response to its latest offer of a 19% wage hike over 4 years, improved benefits and paid leave.
-A new Equifax report shows Manitobans carry the lowest non-mortgage debt in Canada at $18K, compared to the national average of $22K, thanks to lower housing costs.
-2 men face charges after one threw a rock through the Dauphin RCMP detachment window, later struck an officer with a baton.
-Beausejour Mayor says crime including break-ins, drug activity & repeat offenders at a crisis level in the MB town & must be addressed.
-FYidoctors to expand its new mobile eye clinic, a fully equipped optometry bus launched in Calgary, to Westman to improve access to vision care.
-Canadian Cattle Association president Tyler Fulton of Birtle says strong profitability in cow-calf operations is creating major opportunities for producers & young farmers.
-After Steinbach council rejected a request for a cannabis plebiscite, critics launch a petition to force a citywide vote on cannabis stores.
-Spirit Halloween setting up for the season at 1545 18th Street North, in the former Peavey Mart building, set to open any day.
Happy Dog Day! Check out this gluten-sniffing dog. A specially trained dog is helping keep its owner safe by detecting gluten in food. For people with severe allergies, this pup is a true lifesaver.
Speeding Excuses. A B.C. driver tried blaming a fuel shortage while speeding with no seatbelts on board. Police weren’t impressed and handed out fines anyway. Turns out Canadians speed a lot and use all kinds of funny excuses the seldom if EVER work.
KFC Pickle Menu. KFC Canada is going all in on pickles with a new pickle-packed menu lineup. Fans of tangy flavors are either thrilled—or bracing for the brine overload.
https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/kfc-pickle-menu-canada
Phrases We Can’t Stand. From “Let’s unpack that” to “nothingburger,” some phrases have officially worn out their welcome. People around the world are begging Americans to retire them.
Cracker Barrel Farewell. Fans are making emotional pilgrimages to Cracker Barrel to say goodbye to the Uncle Herschel breakfast. For many, it’s like losing a beloved family tradition.
Walmart Checkout Fee. Shoppers are frustrated as Walmart begins charging some customers for using self-checkout. What was once “convenience” now feels like an added tax. Is America’s biggest retailer attempting to “create scarcity” in this case, fewer checkouts, in an effort to charge for a service involving NO STAFF? Is is greasy, or genius or is it even moving in that direction? Only time will tell.
