Leons Headlines Feb 4: A MB Chambers of Commerce survey shows businesses are worried about rising costs, taxes, skilled labour shortages & trade disruptions, with optimism dropping to 44% from 60% last year.
-Town Centre reopened Tuesday after plumbers repaired a burst pipe that caused flooding.
-Los Brothers Restaurant plans to reopen the renovated Sportsplex canteen this spring, while the City moves to introduce private naming rights across Sportsplex facilities to generate revenue.
-MB is cracking down on Facebook food sellers: all prepared food for the public must be made in a licensed, inspected commercial kitchen, and selling without proper permits is illegal.
-MB will hold public town halls on the 2026 budget across the province, including Brandon on Feb. 13 at the Backyard on Aberdeen. Register to speak HERE: https://engagemb.ca/budget-2026-public-meetings/surveys/brandon
-MB Hydro plans to add new turbines and wind farms, including three natural gas turbines in Brandon by 2030 & new power capacity by 2035.
-Economists warn Canada’s economy is on “life support” and is on recession watch, with GDP stalled, housing & manufacturing struggling, and further Bank of Canada rate cuts likely.
-Canadians urged to prepare for disruptions under new Cuba travel warning; stay informed, follow local authorities & register with “Canadians Abroad” amid power outages and shortages.
-Rockin’ Thunder returns to Princess Auto Stadium July 4 featuring Motley Crue, Three Days Grace & more.
-Winter Olympics begin today in Italy with curling.
-NHL-Tonight, the Jets host the Canadiens.
Savanah Guthrie’s Mom Search. Mystery alert: a ransom note has surfaced in the search for Savanah Guthrie’s mom. Things are getting stranger by the hour—this one’s straight out of a thriller and needless to safe the family is frantic to find her.
Disneyworld Fountains Freeze / Cuba Frost. Disneyworld fountains actually froze over—who knew Mickey had to worry about ice this winter? Meanwhile, Cuba saw frost for the first time in its history, proving even paradise isn’t immune to a cold snap.
Car Flies Off Overpass in Toronto. A car just took flight off a Toronto overpass—no, it’s not a new superhero origin story. Apparently when plows in Ontario do their thing, they leave some shoulders with snow and that creates a snow ramp!
Olympics Curling starts the Italian Winter Olympics Today. Opening ceremonies are Friday at 1pm Brandon time. Here’s what team Canada’s merch looks like for 2026.
https://www.ellecanada.com/fashion/shopping/team-canada-merch-winter-olympics-2026
Buc-ee’s: #1 Quick Serve in America. Move over McD’s and Chick‑fil‑A—Buc-ee’s just claimed the top spot as America’s favorite quick-serve. It’s a gas station? It’s a legend? It’s both. And it’s impressive. SunSeeker Natina made it to Texas and shared some awesome pics!
Seafood City Dance Party. This is how you put people in a good mood when food prices are off the charts. Seafood City just threw a dance party in the middle of the supermarket. Who knew shrimp and salsa could mix so well? Have you see these in Winnipeg?
Players Arrive in San Francisco for Football Sunday. The players are in San Fran and the stage is set for Football Sunday. It’s game time, and the city’s buzzing with anticipation!
Super Bowl: Ads you MIGHT not see in Canada: Matthew McConaughey vs. Bradley Cooper (Uber Eats)
Super Bowl: Ads you MIGHT not see in Canada: Scarlett Johansson & Jon Hamm (Ritz)
Super Bowl: Sabrina Carpenter (Pringles)
Super Bowl: Melissa McCarthy (Elf Cosmetics)
Super Bowl Teasers: Bud Light & Dunkin’. It’s not enough to JUST have a Superbowl ad. You need to tease the fact you have an ad! Bud Light and Dunkin’ are here, and they’re already making jaws drop. Big stars, big laughs, and probably a few donuts thrown in for good measure.
