Leons Headlines July 29: Air Quality Warning; Wildfire smoke is causing poor air quality & visibility across MB, as health officials urge residents, especially vulnerable groups, to limit outdoor activity & take protective measures indoors.
-After unbearable heat in Dinsdale Home’s dining area led to a Health & Safety complaint, PMH confirms a new AC system has been ordered.
-A busy weekend at Wayway Gas Bar renews calls to extend the Hwy 10 turning lane near Brandon Airport due to ongoing safety concerns.
-A 33yr old woman was killed, 1 man injured in an early morning shooting Monday on Keesee FN.
-Artists will redecorate Brandon’s downtown skate park Saturday, with 5 murals planned.
-Vehicle thefts in Canada drop 19% in the first half of 2025, thanks to serious efforts to combat auto crime.
-‘Free-for-all’: Advocates call for e-scooter regulations as injury numbers climb. Injuries in MB jump 50% from 2023-2024.
-Air Canada flight attendants begin strike vote amid contract talks.
-Bank of Canada expected to hold rates on Wednesday, amid stubborn & persistent inflation.
-Shooting at Manhattan skyscraper Monday evening leaves 5 dead, a 36yr old NYPD officer & the shooter.
🚗 North Dakota’s Need for Speed. Want to hit the gas? Starting August 1, parts of ND highways will jump to 80 MPH—about 130 km/h—making it the fastest legal driving zone in the region.
https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a64714077/north-dakota-raises-speed-limit-80-mph
🎄 Economic Worries Fuel ‘Christmas in July’ Surge. With rising financial anxiety, more shoppers are embracing Christmas in July to spread out spending. Retailers are leaning in with early deals and festive vibes to match.
Hotel Room Germ Zones You Didn’t Expect. Think your hotel room is clean? Experts say the dirtiest spots aren’t the toilet—it’s the remote, light switches, and more.
https://www.foxnews.com/travel/5-dirtiest-spots-hotel-rooms-experts-say-do-check-in
📱 Minnesota Adds Mental Health Warnings to Social Media. Starting next year, social media platforms in Minnesota will be required to post mental health warnings. It’s a first-of-its-kind move aimed at raising awareness and responsibility online.
Influencer’s “Divorce Registry” Sparks Online Debate. An influencer started a “divorce registry” asking for support and gifts after a breakup, and the internet is split. Some say it’s genius, others call it tacky—what do you think?
🧀 Kraft Just Dropped a Wild New Mac and Cheese Flavor. Kraft has launched a limited-time Mac & Cheese Pizza flavor, combining two iconic comfort foods into one bold bite. It’s packed with classic Kraft cheesiness and real Italian-style pizza flavors.
https://www.eatthis.com/kraft-new-mac-and-cheese-pizza-flavor
📱 SHOCK POLL: We Now Spend Nearly Half Our Day Online. A recent report shows Americans spend over 10 hours a day online doing everything from streaming to shopping to social media. The digital world now takes up nearly half of daily life for many.
🍤 Westman’s Most Wanted Dish: Seafood Boil. Locals are craving a good old-fashioned seafood boil—but you won’t find it on any menu around here. It’s the dish we want, but for now, it lives in our dreams and viral food videos. Makes sense considering we’re about as far from ocean water as anyone can get.
