Leons Headlines Jan 13: Eastview Landfill in Brandon was temporarily closed after a fire broke out in an active cell, prompting response from emergency crews and operations staff, and with the fire extinguished, the landfill is expected to reopen Monday morning.
-Westbound lanes of 1200 block Victoria Avenue East were closed & barricaded due to a water main break late Sunday/early Monday.
-The City of Brandon demolished Building 30 of the historic McKenzie Seeds complex due to critical structural failures and safety concerns after a floor collapse.
-Canada Post has raised stamp prices by 25%; booklet stamps now $1.24, citing Canadian prices as among the world’s lowest.
-A Quebec law firm filed a class-action lawsuit against Costco Canada, alleging unfair pricing practices, including double ticketing and misleading shipping fee details.
-Manitoba has requested 12,000 newcomers for the provincial nominee program in 2025, citing labor shortages. Ottawa’s decision on reduced immigration targets is expected by February.
-The Westman Multicultural Festival is back in Brandon Feb 6–8 with 12 pavilions including 2 new ones for Nigeria and Palestine, celebrating different cultures with live performances, food and traditions, all for free and open to everyone!
-Spring conditions return mid-week with sun and temps around +1, 13 degrees above normal.
-Canada shuts out US to win women’s world U-18 championship.
-Hitmen double Wheat Kings 4-2 in Calgary.
LA FIRES NOW 24 confirmed fatalities, with 16 attributed to the Eaton Fire and 8 to the Palisades Fire. The fires have burned over 40,300 acres, destroyed more than 12,300 structures, and led to the evacuation of approximately 150,000 residents. Containment efforts are ongoing, with the Palisades Fire at 13% containment and the Eaton Fire at 27%. Authorities are preparing for the return of strong Santa Ana winds, which could exacerbate the situation.
Beloved businesses no longer with us. Some businesses that have closed down are still part of the cultural landscape, remembered for their unique branding and identity. With the help of AI, there is a growing trend of revisiting these old logos and giving them a modern makeover, breathing new life into their visual appeal. And it’s always fun to travel down memory lane.
Americans are stocking up. With possible tariffs on the way, Americans are buying everything from Hawkins Cheezies to auto parts in advance of a price jump. Just as we recommended stocking up on your favorite US products, our friends south of the border are planning to do the same!
https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/jan/11/foreign-goods-trump-tariffs
Is this the last week for TikTok? The Supreme Court is considering whether to ban TikTok, weighing national security concerns against free speech.
January’s “wolf moon,” the first full moon of 2025, reaches its peak tonight and promises a stunning celestial sight.
https://www.fastcompany.com/91258795/full-moon-tonight-january-2025-wolf-moon-meaning-best-time
It’s official, it’s a hit, and it’s coming to the USA. McDonald’s unveiled the Big Arch in 2024, a massive new burger, larger and more caloric than the Big Mac or Double Quarter Pounder. And now we are hearing the new product out sold the Bic Mac in 2024, and the US is getting ready for launch!
https://www.eatthis.com/mcdonalds-big-arch-sandwich-calories-location-guide
Move over Costco $1.50 hot dog? I don’t think so, but it’s a nice try. Walmart will introduce Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ stations to compete with Costco’s famous food courts.
https://www.eatthis.com/almart-crave-hot-dog-station-expansion
Grocery Prices moving UP AND DOWN based on DEMAND. What if they moved based on demand? Could dynamic pricing be coming to a supermarket near you?
