Leons Headlines March 20: BREAKING-Chuck Norris, legendary martial artist and actor known for films and Walker, Texas Ranger, died peacefully at 86 on March 19, 2026, in Kauai, Hawaii, after a sudden medical emergency, leaving a worldwide legacy for his toughness, charisma, and impact on martial arts, film, and TV.
-MB Hydro rates to rise the next 3yrs, 4% hike this year, 3.5% in 2027, 3% in 2028.
-A 20yr old man has been charged with aggravated assault after a March 12 incident involving an 18yr old woman at BU; campus will hold a Stand in Solidarity Against Violence vigil today at 4pm.
-While Shared Health is changing how inter‑facility ambulance transfers are handled, there’s no verified evidence Brandon will be left without 911 coverage, contrary to social-media warnings circulating.
-MB Liquor & Lotteries secures 3yr naming rights for Keystone Centre’s viewing lounge & assembly hall.
-Brandon Mayor defends the Royal Manitoba Winter Fair despite a measles outbreak at a similar January event, urging attendees to get vaccinated.
-City crews start fixing potholes, with small weekday crews planning to keep going into June.
-Valleyview Co-op Virden donates $2K in Kraft products to the local food bank, a timely boost as demand rises across the country.
-Tendercuts Brandon will reopen as Wheat City Meats under new ownership mid-April.
-Bruins hammer the Jets 6-1.
-Wheat Kings are in Regina tonight, and host the Pats Saturday at 6pm.
WHAT makes you EXCITED For Spring????? The flowers are blooming, the sun is shining, and it finally feels like nature hit the refresh button! Who else is ready to ditch the winter coat and break out the sunglasses?
Are you HAPPY this first day of Spring. Canada plummets in the world happiness Report. What is going on here? Spring is supposed to lift our spirits, but apparently Canada forgot to RSVP to the happiness party! Maybe we need more maple syrup and sunshine to fix this.
Are weight loss drugs about to be as common as Tylenol? Grocers are preparing NOW for the Ozempic effect.
Shelves may soon have a “weight loss aisle” right next to the candy bars—talk about temptation! Looks like losing pounds might become the new normal grocery run.
Get paid to visit Vancouver, British Columbia! Work, play, and get paid all at once? Sign me up—I’ll bring the umbrella and the coffee! Vancouver sounds like the kind of office everyone secretly wishes for.
U.S. and Canadian Fighter Jets Scrambled After Passenger Stole Frequent Flyer Miles. Apparently, stealing miles is now a national security threat—so much for a “quick getaway”! Who knew your loyalty points could trigger jets in the sky?
Friday FLASHBACK—–20 Vintage Fast-Food Pics – How Much Better Everything Used To Be. Old-school fast food looked cooler and tastier, like it had style and fries with flair! Modern burgers may be faster, but retro vibes never go out of flavor.
https://www.buzzfeed.com/kellymartinez/photos-of-fast-food-restaurants-from-the-80s-90s
Polymarket has partnered with MLB. And NOW….. A BAR IN DC will be called THE SITUATION ROOM! A sports bar named after politics? Now that’s peak 2026 energy! Imagine cheering for baseball while surrounded by geopolitical vibes—it’s genius.
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/19/mlb-polymarket-prediction-markets.html
