Leons Headlines Aug 13: Manitoba to make announcement on use of cellphones in schools this week following SK ban.
-Parks Canada staff are working to inspect the zebra mussel containment curtain at Clear Lake & put it back in place after it was dislodged by heavy winds last week.
-Flight traffic is down 50% at Brandon Airport due to ongoing construction on the main runway & an aviation fuel shortage. | Repairs nearing completion at 18th & Aberdeen as crews wrap up water main repair & replacement.
-Wanted: Brandon city manager, and according to the job posting must provide leadership for “projects highly sensitive, political, or controversial.” Last month, city manager Ron Bowles announced a move to BC.
-Woman dead after crash between Sea-Doo & boat on Whitemud River in RM of Westlake-Gladstone.
-Driver arrested after 6-year-old boy hit by truck at Winkler intersection; boy in stable condition in hospital.
-The Washboard Union “Grab The Wheel and Go Tour” stops in Brandon Nov 16 to play the WMCA.
MB is the only western Canadian province without a province-wide cellphone ban in classrooms. While some Manitoba school divisions have already imposed their own restrictions, the Progressive Conservatives are advocating for a province-wide ban, especially for younger students. The education department is currently consulting with stakeholders to update technology-use guidelines in schools.
Ai TRAVEL PLANNER IS HERE! Planning a vacation can be stressful if you’re not sure where to start, especially when it comes to booking hotels, meals, and activities. Mindtrip.ai could be a cost-effective alternative to a travel agent, helping you create an itinerary with ease.
https://lifehacker.com/tech/mindtrip-ai-vacation-planner
LICE. YUCK! OMG. In a bizarre incident, an American Airlines flight made an emergency landing after passengers noticed lice in a woman’s hair. Unfortunately, this isn’t satire, but a real event that occurred during the flight.
WHERE is the DRIVER?!?!?! A police officer in Phoenix, Arizona, recently pulled over a car for a traffic violation, only to find there was no driver inside. The vehicle, a driverless taxi from Waymo, had gone rogue and was driving down the wrong lane.
What Country Swears the most??? Where is Canada? A recent analysis of nearly two million tweets revealed which country has the most foul-mouthed population. The results show that one country stands out significantly in its use of swear words.
https://digg.com/data-viz/link/countries-swear-most-map-tweets
Top 5 Grocery items that will COST MORE this FALL. Grocery prices continue to soar, and this fall, some items will be particularly expensive. Despite consumers getting used to the high costs, stocking up on essentials is becoming increasingly difficult for the average consumer.
https://www.eatthis.com/most-expensive-grocery-items-fall-2024
Free Wifi Should be ON EVERY AIRPLANE, BAR NONE! Delta Air Lines is expanding its “Free Wi-Fi” service to international flights, starting this summer. The service, powered by Viasat and presented by T-Mobile USA, aims to enhance the in-flight experience for travelers.
New research reveals that it’s time to dethrone pumpkin spice as the king of fall flavors. A new survey of 2,000 adults revealed that 58% believe that there are better, unsung heroes during the fall season. And some should be enjoyed all year, not just fall.
