Battlefords News-Optimist

Am I the only one that is not seeing spring, even though that calendar says that we are already a week into it? March came in like a lion and apparently is going to go out like one too.

Water, water everywhere and the white stuff all over the place. Last Tuesday was World Water Day and as I read reminders on the Internet I reflected on how lucky we are to live in a place where this necessary resource is so plentiful and clean.

I'm no stranger to holistic and alternative medication. After growing up in the 60s I'm pretty sure I can still fly, but for now I'm just too busy writing.

Deanna Klusa from the North Battleford office of Farm Credit Canada presented the board of directors and manager of Borden Care Home with a cheque for $8,300.

According to an Internet source, Lent is the period of fasting leading up to the feast of Easter, recalling Jesus' 40 days of fast in the wilderness.Many Christians throughout the world observe Lent.

The City of North Battleford's 2011 Budget and five-year operating plan was approved by council March 28, with only councillor Grace Lang opposing the motion. The budget will carry with it an 8.58 per cent increase in taxation. Of the increase, 6.

Spring is finally in the air! This means many people are motivated to get moving after a long period of hibernating from exercise. This often means a return to running. For many, this also means the return of the dreaded shin splits.

Takwakin Cultural Initiative is putting on a theatrical performance, called Antigone. It was presented Monday and Thursday at the Sakimay First Nation and at Sakewew High School, in North Battleford Wednesday.

Do you have a favourite recipe that you would like to make healthier? Perhaps it is a recipe that has been passed down from family or shared by friends. With just a few changes, many older recipes can be updated to make them healthier.

Forty people attended a stew and biscuits supper on March 23 in the Maymont Seniors hall.