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Week of April 5, 2010

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Green Homes April 9, 2010	When it comes to making your home energy efficient -- It looks like Hatters are leading the province. 3-times more Medicine Hat residents are going green, than other Albertans. Builders are even seeing increased demand for new "eco-friendly homes." Kyle Bakx reports.
Medicine Hat Diversified April 9, 2010	Looking beyond the "Gas City". Medicine Hat is one of the world's dominant regions for oil and gas production--but, several local agencies are preparing for a future, beyond the oil field. Scott Cunningham has details on a new movement to bring Medicine Hat---to the world market.
Utility Donation April 8, 2010	The city of Medicine Hat is teaming up with the Salvation Army -- in an effort to help those residents who are struggling to pay their utility bills. Customers would be asked to give a donation when paying their monthly bill -- that money would then be distributed by the Salvation Army. Reporter Kyle Bakx explains.
Gershaw Drive Crash April 7,. 2010	Car vs Semi. 3 words police in Medicine Hat dread, and ones that became a horrific reality this morning. Just after eight o'clock --- police were called to the corner of Gershaw drive and Holsom Road, where traffic officials say they encountered the worst accident they have seen this year. Scott Cunningham was on scene this morning and files this report.
Road Paving April 7, 2010	A commitment by the Alberta government to fund infrastructure projects in Medicine Hat is running out. Just over one million dollars is left -- and the city is going to use it on paving 3 different roadways. Reporter Kyle Bakx has the story.
Photo Radar April 5, 2010	It is big business for the city and was the centre of much debate at last nights city council meeting: photo radar tickets. In 2009 the city raked in more than three million from lead footed drivers. While the police bank accounts grow, some alderman are questioning if the pinch on drivers pocket books is acting as any deterrent at all. Scott Cunningham has more.
Redcliff Taxi April 5, 2010	After debating an appeal by Redcliff Taxi last night -- City council has made a decision on whether to allow the cab company to pick up passengers in Medicine Hat. The Redcliff business had its license cancelled after violating certain conditions. Today it was announced -- their appeal has been denied. Kyle Bakx has the details.
Council Wrap April 5, 2010	After being put off for months, city aldermen held an appeal Monday night with Redcliff Taxi claiming they're being unfairly shut out of work in Medicine Hat. Currently, cab drivers can only drop off customers in the city, but they're forbidden from picking them up. Kyle Bakx has the details on that, and the rest of tonight's, city council story.
College Cancellation April 5, 2010	A higher price for higher education. Medicine Hat College is in jeopardy of losing one of its degree granting programs. The collaborative education elementary degree has only been offered through the college for six years, but officials say the U of A could pull the course all together. Scott Cunningham a closer look at who the budget cuts in Edmonton will effect here.

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