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Week of March 2, 2009

Drowsy Drivers March 6, 2009	Clocks are set to spring forward this weekend, and losing that hour's sleep could mean more than you think. According to the Alberta Motor Association, adding the time change to an already fatigued driving population, could mean more fatal accidents. Jeremy Hunka reports.
Assault Stats March 6, 2009	The numbers are now in when it comes to city crime rates from coast-to-coast. According to a new ranking by a Canadian magazine -- Medicine Hat is far below national averages in just about all categories -- except for one. And as Reporter Kyle Bakx discovered, that may be a positive sign for our city.
Relay for Life March 5, 2009	WEDNESDAY NIGHT WAS THE KICKOFF FOR MEDICINE HAT'S NINTH RUNNING OF THE CANCER SOCIETY'S RELAY FOR LIFE. AND AS TOM ROULSTON TELLS US PARTICIPANTS ARE ONCE AGAIN HOPING TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE FIGHT AGAINST CANCER.
Food Bank Gala March 5, 2009	It's been a very busy year at the Medicine Hat food bank. The service has seen usership increase sharply and have been battling to keep up with demand. But now, thanks to an outpouring of community support, things are looking up. Jeremy Hunka reports.
Kaden March 5, 2009	The unknown can be an extremely frightening thing in life, and for one Medicine Hat family the health of their young son has been just that for over a year. Doctors from Medicine Hat, Calgary and as far away as Washington D.C. are stumped when it comes to little Kaiden St.Germain. Health reporter Scott Cunningham takes a closer look at a family who will go to any lengths to get some answers
Drilling Incentives March 4, 2009	The province is hoping new incentives will mean more activity in Alberta's oil and gas industry. Yesterday, royalty cuts and credits were announced in a package meant to stimulate the industry and create jobs. Jeremy Hunka talked to local industry players today, and found mixed reaction to the new plan.
Wildhorse Extension March 4, 2009	It's an important economic pipeline, and now, American entry at the Wild Horse border crossing has begun extended summer hours. But those wanting to enter Canada, don't have the same luxury. It's been five years since officials on both sides of the border began lobbying to have the crossing open longer. It now appears Canadian efforts are falling behind. Kyle Bakx reports.
Special Education March 3, 2009	Big change could be on the way for local special education students. A forum on special education was held today here in Medicine Hat. As Jeremy Hunka reports, a number of proposed changes have come forward aimed at improving the education of every student.
Arena Funds March 3, 2009	To build or not to build: that's been the question facing a plethora of city aldermen --- and not just here in our city. Just a few hours down the Trans-Canada, it took a referendum by Moose Jaw residents to finally give council there the green light on a new arena. Here in Medicine Hat, the future of the events centre isn't quite as clear. In fact, as reporter Kyle Bakx tells us, is appears that even the Mayor is beginning to have some doubts about the project - given the difficulties the city is having in securing funding from upper levels of government
Wheat Board Meeting March 2, 2009	Over a hundred local grain farmers packed a hall in Burdett today to hear from the head of the Canadian wheat board. 2008 was a good one for most producers, but as Kyle Bakx reports there are some concerns for the year ahead.

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