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Week of June 7, 2010

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Lotto Max June 11, 2010	There is a big stir around gas stations, and convenience stores today. This week's Lotto Max" is the biggest lottery give-away in Canadian history. Jesse Beyer reports.
Abortion Tour June 11, 2010	City police say they are not anticipating any problems as a controversial pro-life campaign lands in our city. It's called a "Reproductive Choice" tour, navigating its way across southern Alberta. And as Reporter Scott Cunningham tells us, the self proclaimed "graphic anti- abortion" group, received a mixed reaction when they arrived this afternoon. Please be warned this story does contain images, that may be disturbing.
Education Minister in MH June 10, 2010	There's been a steady flow of provincial ministers making their way to Medicine Hat. Today it was the minister of Education and the timing couldn't be better for local school boards. As enrollment continues to rise, funding hasn't followed suit. And that's why divisions are cutting teachers and running deficits. Kyle Bakx reports.
Great Dames Closes June 10, 2010	Ripped off, cheated, and deceived. That's how a group of local women are feeling today, after a local gym abruptly closed its doors. The "Great Dames fitness centre" shut down just weeks ago, but some members say ownership continued to renew contracts, up until the final hours of operations. Scott Cunningham has more.
Break In June 10, 2010	A local company is crediting a quick police response, and a makeshift "stake-out", for the arrest of a Calgary man in Redcliff. Employees at Savanna Drilling, say their yard has been broken into several times in just 7 days. After losing a truck and trailer in the crime spree, they posted their own guards on late-night duty, turning to a potentially risky method to catch the crook. Jesse Beyer reports.
Conflicted Schneider? June 10, 2010	A potential conflict of interest has arisen surrounding a Medicine Hat councillor. Alderman Ty Schneider has been appointed to help get Medican out of creditor protection. But while he works with the local developer, he's also chairing the city's Municipal Planning Commission. That committee approves construction and developments in Medicine Hat, so some are wary of the potential conflict. Kyle Bakx reports.
Glanville Again June 9, 2010	It appears a prime piece of downtown land, sitting empty for decades, will remain vacant. The owner of Lacey Homes confirms that his proposal to develop the old Glanville Ford site -- has been rejected by the city. The property is located at 603 First street, the same land at the centre of the proposed "one dollar deal." The latest bid was to construct a 4-storey retail and office centre. But as Kyle Bakx reports, the proposal was denied.
Health Act June 9, 2010	The first public consultation on a proposed Alberta Health Act, began this afternoon in Medicine Hat. Provincial officials say their "workshop tour", is aimed at gathering input from those the new legislation will affect. But as Ina Sidhu reports, some in attendance say they're skeptical their opinions will actually count.
Windmill Museum June 8, 2010	Medicine Hat is known as being the sunniest place in Canada. But as locals know, it can get pretty windy too. Jesse Beyer shows us how this burden to some, is breaking new ground in the energy world.
Public Safety Bylaw June 8, 2010	The city is moving ahead with developing a Public Safety Bylaw. This is the piece of legislation that we first told you about in March to control loitering and fighting in the city. Some parts of the legislation have been removed. And as Kyle Bakx tells us -- the business community is jumping on board with the proposed bylaw.
Disaster Relief June 7, 2010	Warmer temperatures, and decreasing river levels were a welcome sight for dozens of people dealing with flooding this weekend. However the affects of heavy rains, and even snow are still being felt across the city. Last week we took you to Cypress County where flooding ravaged farms and fields. Now Scott Cunningham introduces us to a local couple that is feeling the effects of flooding, and hoping for help.

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