Leons Headlines Aug 30: Drivers filling up their tanks this long weekend can expect to see reduced gas prices. On average, prices are down by 2 cents from last week, 8 cents compared with last month & 13 cents from a year ago.
-With the final long weekend of the summer, the MB Government is offering free Provincial Park entry until Monday, September 2.
-Wpg Extends Spray Pad Season to Sept 8. In Brandon, spray parks, paddle pools & Kinsmen Pool close Saturday.
-MB fire bulletin; 83 active wildfires burning in the province with 275 this season.
-Deloraine woman wins $100K on Extra. Tina Pascu purchased her winning Western Max & Extra ticket at Sobeys Brandon South.
-Tokyo Smoke shutters 29 stores, seeks credit protection in latest cannabis shakeup. It will still have 167 locations open across four provinces including Brandon & Wpg.
-Wpg police anti-theft program extended until October with boost of $774K in funding to target retail crime in Wpg.
-Roughriders prepare for sold-out Labour Day Classic against Blue Bombers Sunday at 6pm.
BREAKING NEWS THIS MORNING. NHL player Johnny Gaudreau, brother dead after being struck by vehicle while bicycling
Star forward, 31, survived by his wife and 2 young children.
Kids’ Homework. Children say the funniest things, and their homework is no exception! From sassy remarks to surprisingly wise insights, these little comedians deserve an A+ for effort. We’ve gathered some of the best examples that showcase their wit and charm.
https://www.boredpanda.com/funny-kids-homework-writings
Teacher Trouble. A middle school teacher’s day took a wild turn when a parent tried to sue them for asking a student to solve a problem on the board. The incident sparked controversy after the child claimed they were humiliated in front of the class.
Airport Hammer. In a dramatic scene caught on video, a man at a Chilean airport went on a destructive spree with a hammer after being sold a fake American Airlines ticket. The footage shows him smashing the check-in counter, leaving chaos in his wake.
Ice Cream Hero. A young boy’s heartwarming effort to raise money for his autistic brother’s hockey team was shut down by the Board of Health. But when he switched to giving away ice cream for donations, his story went viral, and he raised $20K!
Cliff Pooper. If you’re an adrenaline junkie who also really needs to poop, we’ve found the place for you. At the world’s most dangerous toilet, one daring man decided to take the plunge—literally—off a cliff.
Checked Baggage. Passengers check in some strange things, but one man took it to a new level by attempting to check himself in as baggage on a LATAM flight. This bizarre move raised eyebrows and probably a few security concerns.
Too Tired. A whopping 77% of Americans admit they’re often too exhausted to cook after work. It’s no wonder takeout and quick meals are so popular—sometimes, the couch just wins.
https://studyfinds.org/too-tired-to-cook-after-work
Banana for Sleep. Could a banana before bed be the secret to better sleep? This age-old tip is being revisited as experts weigh in on whether this bedtime snack really helps you catch more zzz’s.
https://studyfinds.org/eat-a-banana-for-better-sleep
