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Celebrating long-time sweethearts this Valentine’s Day Two local couples talk about the secrets of a long, happy marriage

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express

and net worth among its participants. The study concluded that among all socio-economic classes, arguments about money ith Valentine’s Day right around were the number one predictor of divorce. the corner, it’s tough to think of For the VanHereghes, similar opinions much besides the mushy, roman- about saving money and spending responticized emotional aspects of a relationship sibly played a large role in their compat– thanks in large part to Hallmark and Hol- ibility over the years. lywood.

Something that the couple kept saying However, for some couples, there are was how important it was to let the little more important things like respect, devo- things go after disagreements. Forgivetion and hard work. For Lacombe residents ness and patience are skills that the VanJoyce and Maurice VanHereghe, these Hereghes have displayed throughout their skills, along with patience union. and sensibility, are a large “We don’t hold WE’VE HAD OUR UPS AND part of what has kept their things against each DOWNS LIKE EVERYONE, 67-year relationship strong. other. If there was “We’ve had our ups something we didn’t BUT WE’VE MANAGED TO and downs like everySTRAIGHTEN THEM OUT AND agree with, we got one, but we’ve managed it the best we STAY TOGETHER. WE’VE FOUND over to straighten them out could and got back to OUT HOW TO RESPECT THE normal, and forgot and stay together. We’ve found out how to respect about it. In a marOTHER ONE’S VIEWS AND the other one’s views and CONTROL YOUR TEMPER. YOU riage, you have to do control your temper. You your best to get along HAVE TO GET ALONG WITH have to get along with each and avoid quarrelling EACH OTHER THE BEST YOU and fighting,” Mauother the best you can and don’t take minor things to CAN AND DON’T TAKE MINOR rice said. heart,” Maurice said.

The two had very THINGS TO HEART.” His wife, Joyce, added, similar ideas of mar“Nowadays, I don’t think riage, religion, chilMAURICE VANHEREGHE young kids would mandren and what makes age how we did because they have to have a marriage last. Maurice and Joyce said what the neighbours have got, or better. that they respect each other and put effort We never felt that way. We plugged along towards making their marriage work. with what we had, and that’s how we got Similarly, Edith and Harley Hustad, also along. You can’t be greedy – you have to residents at the Lacombe Senior Citizen’s live within your means. That helped our Lodge, have been using the same principles relationship.” in their marriage for nearly six decades.

Maurice was playing in a band when the “We’ve been together since 1956 – that’s two met at a dance. Together, they raised hard work. We went from day to day, and four children and are now residing at the tried to get along most of the time. Not all Lacombe Senior Citizen’s Lodge. Both had of the time, but you work through it. It’s modest jobs during their marriage, and not always easy, but I think anybody has a worked hard to save money. falling out once in a while,” Edith said.

“If he was a spender, and I didn’t agree “You have to want to work at a marriage with that, it would never work. He played for one thing, and you have to want your the shows at the dances, and I babysat. marriage to work. In disagreements, you They brought in extra money – not much, have to come together on things and have but it kept us going,” Joyce said. patience to work through them.”

She went on to add that trust and loyalty Much like Maurice said, Edith added played a large role in their relationship. that there is no point carrying on an argu“He was playing at these dances, and I ment or holding a grudge to have a good was home looking after the kids. I wasn’t relationship. uptown in the bars and running around,” “We’ve had a good marriage in that she said. we just got over disagreements and took According to Kansas State University as- things day to day.” sistant professor of family studies and huFor both the VanHereghes and the Husman services program, Sonya Britt, finan- tads, there were multiple factors involved cial arguments and disagreements are the that have led to a lengthy union. They both number one predictor of divorce for both talked about the importance of patience, men and women. understanding and a willingness to build a Britt is also the program director of per- good relationship. sonal financial planning and conducted a Common issues that can also arise in study in 2013 that controlled income, debt relationships surround mismatched opin-

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LASTING LOVE - Maurice VanHereghe stands with his wife of 67 years, Joyce, in their residence at the Lacombe Senior Citizen’s Lodge. ions on lifestyle or spirituality, differences in parenting styles and infidelity. To work through these issues, communication, trust and a willingness to forgive are mandatory.

Relationships can be beneficial in that they provide companionship, intimacy and support and can help develop part of a person’s identity. However, without determi-

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nation, forgiveness, modesty and compromise, relationships can dissolve.

“Joyce has always been a good wife to me, a good housekeeper and a good cook, too, until things started to go bad for her health. I would try to see her side of things, but we each left each other to their own ideas,” Maurice said. kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com

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Thursday, February 12, 2015

Winterfest a great way to spend Family Day

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express The Abbey Master Builder Centre will be the primary hub of activity for the 2015 Winterfest event, with a free family skate to follow at the Multi-Plex.

“We have some big changes for 2015. We used to do a fireworks show in the evening, and we’re not doing that this year.

“In years past we’ve

had to cancel for extreme cold and things like that.

Instead, we’ve put more funding into ice carving, ice slides, and other winter activities. We’ve contacted Ice on Whyte and will have some professional ice carvers who will be doing an ice maze for the kids, some ice slides and ice carvings,” said FCSS manager and Winterfest Task Force member Sue Bornn.

The Abbey Centre will

be open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a 50% discount on admission. From noon to 3 p.m. there will be a free Servus Kids’ Zone, with bouncy castles and interactive activities.

From noon to 5 p.m. sleigh rides will depart from and return to the Abbey Centre, free of charge, with an included treat of hot chocolate for each passenger.

The rides will depart ap-

proximately every 15 minutes.

Also at the Abbey Centre will be a Telus Fibre Snow Dig, where kids must bring their own small toy shovels to search for magnets that can be turned in for prizes.

“We’ve also got a couple guys that are going to be facilitating the ‘Little chippers ice carving’ workshop.

So from one to three, we’re going to have tables set up where kids can go through.

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They can learn to carve and try their hand at it,” Bornn said.

“We’re going to have a world-renowned ice carver from Ice on Whyte do some demonstrations, probably between noon and 1 p.m.

“Hopefully, those sculptures will stick around and we will get some nice winter weather so that people can enjoy those long after Winterfest, because it is only a one-day event on Family Day.”

“HOPEFULLY, THOSE SCULPTURES WILL STICK AROUND AND WE WILL GET SOME NICE WINTER WEATHER SO THAT PEOPLE CAN ENJOY THOSE LONG AFTER WINTERFEST, BECAUSE IT IS ONLY A ONE-DAY EVENT ON FAMILY DAY.” SUE BORNN A Penguin Dip will be one of the highlights of the event.

Each dipper is raising money for a specified charity of their choice.

Donations are collected prior to and on the day of the Dip, which will take place in the natural amphitheatre outside of the Abbey Centre on the north side of the building.

“Each dipper gets to pick their own local charity.

I know that we have one who is raising funds for Big Brothers Big Sisters for Blackfalds and Lacombe.

Another is raising funds for our FCSS programs,”

said Bornn.

“Each person registers and then we expect each dipper to collect a minimum of $100 for their charity of choice.

“I think we’ve got a little over 10 dippers this year, so we could have up to 10 charities being sponsored.

Often times, we will have people doing the challenge in twos so that they can raise their funds easier.

You can always donate on the day of the event, as well.”

Visitors to Winterfest are being encouraged to bring non-perishable donations for the Blackfalds Food Bank, which experienced its highest-ever recorded level of use in January.

Bornn said the food bank is looking for boxed cereals, canned fruit, canned pasta and Kraft Dinner.

“We saw more folks use the food bank in the month of January than we’ve ever had historically.

“If we can get everyone to bring out some donations that would really help. Cash donations are always accepted as well,” she added.

A full schedule of events is available on the Blackfalds town web site. The Winterfest events at the Abbey Centre will wrap up around 3 p.m. although discounted admission for regular Abbey Centre amenities will still be available until 5 p.m. A free-family skate will begin at 6 p.m. at the Multi-Plex, with sound

by Juiced Audio.

At the same time, the Blackfalds Youth Crew will also host a family bingo in the upstairs area of the arena. kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com

The Lacombe Performing Arts Centre Foundation will be having their

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING on TUESDAY, February 24, 2015 at 7PM at the Lacombe Memorial Centre (County Room).

There will be coffee and treats sponsored by Tim Horton’s and all are welcome to attend. If you are interested in becoming a member, the cost is $20.”

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Thursday, February 12, 2015

City council stands behind sidewalk snow removal policy

BY SARAH MAETCHE Lacombe Express It may continue to snow and snow, but Lacombe residents will still have to risk receiving a ticket if they do not remove the snow off their walk within the 48hour period.

The topic of sidewalk snow removal was up for debate in council during a regular meeting on Feb.

9th. Council returned to the topic, discussing if the current $100 ďŹ ne attached to sidewalk snow removal violations should be kept or eliminated completely.

Director of Corporate Services Michael Minchin told council City employees have been out twice this year to enforce the ice and snow removal bylaw. “We looked at 2,500 to 2,800 properties over a two

and half day time period,� said Minchin.

Out of those thousands of properties, 93 violation tickets were handed out.

Only a small number of property owners had to pay the additional cost for the contractor snow removal.

Since the 2012 inception of enforcement of the ice and snow on sidewalks bylaw, Minchin noted there has been a drop in the level

of complaints from citizens regarding sidewalks.

Councillor Bill McQuesten stated that public safety should always be a priority, but he questioned why the tickets were given out in the ďŹ rst place. “Why not go to the point of just giving warnings,â€? he said. He suggested for council to revamp the bylaw by eliminating the tickets and reverting back to

giving warnings.

Councillor Reuben Konnik stated the bylaw was initially instated in result of the number of complaints and that council wanted to be proactive in regards to sidewalk snow removal. “I think it’s working, this proactive approach,â€? said Konnik. “The bylaw would lose its teeth if the ďŹ ne was taken out.â€?

Councillor Grant Harder

stated the bylaw failed to deďŹ ne what “safe passageâ€? on a sidewalk means. He also questioned the meaning behind being proactive with enforcement. “Proactive is going out in the community and looking for violations that are a hazard for our community,â€? he said. He added the bylaw appeared to be reactive, as opposed to proactive.

Minchin stated the City ofďŹ cers enforcing the bylaw do exercise a level of discretion.

McQuesten suggested an amendment to the bylaw - to begin with issuing a warning 48-hours after a snowfall, and then after a second 48-hour period, if the snow and ice had not been cleared from the sidewalk a $100 ďŹ ne would be imposed.

After discussion, council took a vote on the amendment presented by McQuesten. With three councillors in opposition, the motion was defeated and the bylaw with ďŹ nes remained intact.

According to City policy, all residents, including businesses, property owners and tenants are required to clear snow and ice from sidewalks within 48 hours of a snowfall.

Peace ofďŹ cers go on patrol 48 hours following the end of the snowfall and may issue tickets for unsafe sidewalks. Failure to clear snow and ice can result in a $100 ďŹ ne for the ďŹ rst offence and $150 for the second offence within a six-month period.

The City will place a notice on the property that is in violation of the bylaw. news@lacombeexpress.com

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Dear Readers, In the Jan. 29th edition of the Lacombe Express I made a poor decision in not giving proper attribution in the editorial titled ‘Why We Wore Red’, which appeared on page 7.

Paragraphs 2, 10, 11,12,13,14 and 15 should be credited to Laura Button, editor of The Mountaineer newspaper in Rocky Mountain House, as it appeared in the Jan. 20th editorial of The Mountaineer. Please accept this as my most sincere apology for my error in judgment.

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OPINION Kudos to Citizens on Patrol Just over two weeks ago the first community meeting was held to discuss the re-establishment of a Citizens on Patrol (COP) group in Lacombe.

Spearheaded by a long-time resident, the group appears to be on the right path — encouraging residents to get to know their neighbours in order to prevent crime.

Knowing your community and neighbours seems to be the key in crime prevention throughout Alberta. The COP approach is very similar to chatting with your neighbour over a cup of coffee, taking the time to get to know someone, connect and discuss what’s going on in the community, in your neighbourhood.

Although the group will need several meetings to form and rouse into action, the group of engaged citizens are taking the proactive steps needed towards taking the community back.

Much like Lacombe Police Service (LPS) Chief Steve Murray said during the first meeting, a lot of crime prevention comes down to mere presence. He noted that by LPS officers doing regular patrols in areas of the City that have higher crime rates, they have seen a decrease in criminal mischief.

Like Murray mentioned, the

more people who are out and about, making their presence known in the community, like on bike paths, parks, playgrounds and throughout neighbourhoods, crime rates can be reduced.

Rural crime watch groups, like the Benalto and Area Rural Crime Watch Society and the Maskepetoon Rural Crime Watch, have been in existence for many years, and strive to actively prevent crime in their rural communities, alongside partnerships with the RCMP and County peace officers.

The provincial Rural Crime Watch Program was established in the early 80s and involves hundreds of crime prevention groups all across Alberta.

Although each group is unique, with varying numbers of members, each group has the exact same yellow sign they can post along roadways and in front of yards, alerting passerbys that someone out there is watching and that there is an active crime watch group operating in the area.

Just the mere placement of a sign has been proven to deter crime.

It should be a welcome sign when you drive into a community and see a yellow rural crime watch sign along the road. That signs shows that the people in the area care and

are watching.

COP is not about vigilantism, but much like the rural crime watch motto, keeping your eyes and ears open to things you see on your street.

See something suspicious or ab-

normal in your neigbourhood or community? Report it to law enforcement or the right agency. Discuss it with your neighbour. Dare to care and get to know your community.

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I believe that traffic safety is an important issue for all communities and it is especially significant for communities with growing populations. With higher populations comes more traffic and increased traffic safety-related concerns.

Lacombe has been experiencing steady, sustainable growth over the past few years and with this growth comes a need for increased traffic law enforcement to ensure vehicle and pedestrian safety.

Traffic safety in our City is improved by a policing partnership between the Lacombe Police Service and Enforcement Services.

Both agencies work together in an effort to reduce collisions and provide safer roads.

In 2012, as part of a community-wide commitment to improving traffic safety, the City of Lacombe formed the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC).

The primary goal of this committee is to enhance traffic and pedestrian safe-

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CHRISTIE ty through traffic safety education. The TSAC also encourages the public to voice concerns about traffic safety-related issues and to bring forward recommendations for improvements.

I am happy to say one TSAC recommendation adopted early on by the municipality is the ‘Report Impaired Driving’ program.

This program is centered on educating the public around the dangers of impaired driving. The Alberta Traffic Safety Fund provides funding for materials to assist with the program.

Materials include signage placed at targeted areas around the City that encourage people to report impaired drivers.

The TSAC members also

spread the message around the dangers of impaired driving by attending community events to increase awareness.

I am pleased with the committee’s latest initiative to improve child transportation safety by offering the ‘Child Car Seat Technician Course’ to community peace officers in Lacombe and surrounding communities.

Peace officers who complete the course will be trained technicians, equipped to advise parents of the safety requirements for car seats. Parents can bring in their car seats to community events where technicians will be available to ensure the seat meets these requirements.

This course will be offered this spring.

Thirdly, the TSAC has recommended the City of Lacombe adopt the Alberta Traffic Safety Plan Calendar. This calendar, created with input from traffic safety stakeholders provides a province-wide coordinated approach that highlights

priority traffic safety topics.

Enforcement agencies, provincial and local authorities, traffic safety consultants and other stakeholders work to focus on safety messages and enforcement on traffic safety themes every month.

These messages are placed in the bi-weekly City Pages spread in the Lacombe Express, on the City’s web site and social media and are shared with other media outlets to remind drivers and pedestrians about traffic safety.

The number of collisions, deaths and injuries on Alberta’s roads has declined since the implementation of the Alberta Traffic Safety Plan in 2007.

Traffic fatalities have dropped by nearly 32% over the past four years.

I am also pleased to report since its introduction in 2012, the City of Lacombe’s Automated Enforcement Program - which is intended to compliment conventional traffic safety

enforcement - has had an impact on improving driver behaviour. With an average of six tickets per hour (out of 1,767 hours), and a 26% drop in collisions from January to November (compared to the same time in 2013), the program has proven its value and council supports the continuation of the photo enforcement program.

The committee also provided recommendations on new zones for automated enforcement. Once the new zones have been reviewed and approved, signage will be erected in these highrisk areas and they will become part of the photo enforcement program.

In closing, I would like to thank the volunteers on the TSAC for their hard work and dedication to keeping our streets safe. I would also like to remind everyone that the traffic safety - both vehicular and pedestrian - is a top priority for council.

Steve Christie is the mayor of Lacombe.

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Thursday, February 12, 2015

fyi EVENTS Parkinson Alberta Education offers supports groups for persons with Parkinson’s disease, family members and caregivers at the following Central Alberta locations: Red Deer, Lacombe, Innisfail, Olds, Three Hills and Castor. Visit www.parkinsonalberta.ca for more information.

Annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper takes place at St. Andrew’s United Church (5226-51 St.) on Feb. 17th from 5 to 7 p.m. Come and get your fill of pancakes, eggs, sausage, coffee and juice. Adults $7, 6-12 years $4 and family is $20. Phone Dennis at 403-782-6890 for more information. Proceeds support Camp Kasota.

Annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper takes place at Blackfalds United Church on February 17th from 5 to 7 p.m. Come and get your fill of pancakes, eggs, sausage, coffee and juice. Adults $7, 6-12 years $4 and under five are free. Please check our web site at blackfaldsunitedchurch.com or phone 403-8854780 for more information.

Youth Unlimited Drop-in Activities New schedule! Drop-in activities now run every Tuesday from 6 – 9 p.m. with ball hockey on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 – 9 p.m. Girls only drop-in is also Wednesdays from 6 – 9 p.m.

Thursdays Grade 3-6 drop-in program runs from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. and Grade 4 and up program from 6 – 9 p.m. Cost is 2$ for drop-in and ball hockey with drop-in 10 passes at $10 and ball hockey season pass at $50.

Taoist Tai Chi a relaxing, low impact exercise; continuing classes year round, for those who have completed beginners or have learned Taoist Tai Chi before. Participate in classes of your choice. Available in Red Deer, Lacombe, Rocky Mountain House, and Innisfail. Contact 403-3466772 for more information.

Lacombe Victim Services 13th Annual Comedy Cabaret Friday, March 13th. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Comedians start at 8 p.m.

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Silent auction as well as door prizes and a 50/50 draw. Tickets are $25 each or a table of eight is $180. Tickets can be purchases at Lacombe Police Station or call Debbie at 403-782-3279 ex. 152.

Lacombe Walking Group Wednesdays from 12-12:30 at Medcombe Walk-In-Clinic. No Registration required.

Kozy Korner — Tuesday Dinners every week at noon. Sunday music on Feb. 15th at 1 p.m.

Lacombe Dance Lessons – social and choreographed ballroom dancing. Traditional Two-step or Cha Cha/Jive. For details

Community Hall. Entertainment, door prizes and basket draws.

Adults $12.50, 6 to 10 years old $6, preschoolers free. Doors open at 5 p.m. Supper at 5:30 p.m.

Contact Paddy 403-227-1635, Jean 403-749-2411, Gwen 403773-2270. Everyone welcome.

Did you know? Lacombe has a CNIB peer support group for seniors who are blind or partially sighted.

The bi-monthly meetings are held at Spruce Terrace (5002-51 Ave.) The next meeting is March 10th at 1:30 to 3 p.m. The meetings offer an opportunity to learn about resources through guest speakers and group discussions. You will receive support and encourage-

web site at blackfaldsunitedchurch.com or call 403-8854780 for more information.

The Lacombe Legion has bingo on Mondays at 7 p.m. in the upstairs hall. Coffee time runs Wednesdays from 9:30-11 a.m. ($2 for coffee, tea and cookies). On Fridays, there are four meat draws and tickets are $2/ set of three tickets. Draw starts at 6:30 p.m. On Saturdays, there are four meat draws which start at 4:30 p.m. Chase the ace starts after meat draws.

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St. Andrew’s United Church Jr. Choir for ages five to 18. Meets Thursdays 5:30-6:30 p.m. contact Jessica at 403-352-5486.

St. Andrew’s United Church Adult Choir for those 18 and older.

Practices on Wednesdays from 7:15 – 8:30 p.m. Contact St. Andrew’s United Church office at 403-782-3148 for more details about the choir.

Valentine’s Day Teen Dance — Feb. 13th at the Alix Community Hall, 8 p.m. to midnight, $5 per person.

Alix Family Day: Feb. 16th at the end of Main Street from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. The celebration includes a snowball toss, snow painting, bubble blowing, road hockey, marshmallow roasting and hot chocolate.

Parkland Anglican Churches St. Patrick’s Day Beef Supper, Tuesday, March 17th, Elnora

ment through connections with other people living with vision loss. If you, or someone you know could benefit from this group please join us. For more information about the support group please call Amanda Bradley, Senior Peer Support Specialist, CNIB Red Deer at 403-346-0037.

Feb. 26th, 7 p.m. at the LMC, Michael Dawe of Red Deer will give a presentation on the topic of Alberta Hospital Ponoka: A history of the changes in the recognition and treatment of mental illness. A history of centennial (former AHP) first mental illness treatment centre provides an excellent example of how mental illness has been viewed and treated by both health care professionals and general public over the past 100 years. Light refreshment will be served. Evening is free.

Quilting and crafts held at Blackfalds United Church on Mondays at 9:30 a.m. Help make quilts or bring your own quilt/ craft to work on. Check out our

403-348-9567 for free maps, information about the City & area, as well as free gifts from local businesses. New baby in the family? Contact Lacombe Welcome Wagon at 403-3489567 for free information, baby product samples as well as free gifts from local businesses.

Affirm – providing safe and confidential support to people of all sexual orientation and identity, their families and friends. We meet in Lacombe. For more information, call Marg at 403-7821887 or Ross at 403-782-3671.

Imperial Daughters of the Empire is a non-profit women’s volunteer program that raises money in support of numerous initiatives supporting education. Meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday of every month and begin at 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrew’s United Church. For more information about the group, feel free to contact Mary Lou Wilson 403-782-3923.

Lacombe Art Guild – the guild meets regularly on the second and third Tuesday of each month. A variety of workshops are provided for developing artists. Membership is $15 per year.

Contact Betty Peers at 403782-9968 or blog lacombeartclubwordpress.com. Meetings run in LMC Credit Union Room at 5214 50 Ave. in Lacombe.

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society Table Talk Coffee Group: Meets the second Friday of each month at Demi’s Restaurant (Lacombe Motor Inn) at 10 a.m. If you or someone in your life has been affected by MS, join us for a fun, casual and supportive coffee chat. For more info, contact Terri Blanchard at 403-346-0290.

Central Alberta Woodworkers Guild will hold their February meeting at Classic Granite Works (110 Northstar Crescent) in Ponoka, on Feb. 19th at 10 a.m. The trip will include a tour of the shop.

Club members can arrange to carpool to Ponoka or meet directly at Classic Granite Works.

All are welcome. For additional details phone 403-782-6597.

Stay and Play – Gull Lake Hall, Tuesdays 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Bentley Town Office Fridays 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Stay and Play is designed to encourage families to spend time together in play, while having the opportunity to socialize and learn about the community and external resources. $2 drop in fee per family is suggested. For more information call 403-748-2160.

Carpet Bowling, Wednesdays 10 a.m. at the Bentley Community Hall. New and returning players welcome. No experience necessary. Call Arnold at 403-7482744 for more information.

Karma Yoga: Wednesday, Feb. 18th and Feb. 25th, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the LMC in the Servus Credit Union room.

All proceeds are donated the Lacombe and District FCSS. Please bring your own yoga mat.

Clive TOPS – Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Every Thursday at the Clive Christian Fellowship Church 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Clive Seniors’ Drop-In – 1:30 p.m. every Monday at the Clive Meeting Room. Contact Allan Street at 403-784-3884.

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Thursday, February 12, 2015

Council approves microbrewery operation in commercial districts

BY SARAH MAETCHE Lacombe Express A microbrewery looking to settle into Lacombe has moved one step forward towards serving up some local brew.

City councillors approved third and ďŹ nal reading to amend a bylaw to consider a microbrewery as a discretionary use in commercial districts of the City at their regular council meeting on Feb. 9th.

A microbrewery is a facility where beverages of a low alcoholic content are produced and packaged. The facility may include distribution, retail or wholesale

on or off the premises, and in the case of Blindman Brewery, the applicants for the Lacombe facility, a tasting room where people can sample the locally-produced beer. “We came to the realization that a larger building might be more conducive for our future,� stated Blindman Brewery co-owner Hans Doef. “We are looking at both the commercial and industrial sector of the City.�

Doef indicated to council that they found an industrial location, but through zoning, retail operations are not permitted in an industrial zoned area, which is why they

requested the amendment to the bylaw to also include not only commercial but industrial areas in the City.

Council Chambers was packed and two citizens spoke in support of the application during the public hearing.

After the hearing concluded, councillors had many questions for the applicants including their intention to receive an amendment for microbrewery use in the industrial districts.

Council debated the application, but thought it was in the best interest and for transparency purposes to only approve the amendment to the bylaw allowing micro-

breweries as a discretionary use in commercial districts of the City.

But, even with the approved amendment, it does not mean this is the last hurdle Blindman Brewery has to clear to start business.

If the company wishes to set up shop in an industrial area (zoned I1 or I2) they must reapply before council to receive approval.

The application must also be approved by the Municipal Planning Commission.

Council passed ďŹ rst reading on Jan. 12th. news@lacombexpress.com

Consultant chosen for C4 centre The Cranna Community Cultural Centre (C4) co-coordinating committee has selected a consulting team to complete a preliminary design and business plan for the proposed multi-purpose Cranna Community Cultural Centre.

With the support of the City of Lacombe and the Lacombe Performing Arts Centre Foundation, the C4 Committee has engaged the services of Schick, Shiner and Associates of Shawnigan Lake, B.C., a theatre design-consulting ďŹ rm, who will conduct preliminary design work. “We are excited to embark on the next stage of the planning process for the C4 initiative,â€? said Lacombe FCSS Executive Director Susan MacDonald. “The C4 partners look forward to further conversations with the community and sharing the design pos-

sibilities as well as the beneďŹ ts of such a unique community centre.â€?

Over the course of the next three to four months, the consultants will interview stakeholders to update community needs information, review existing building plans, and develop a preliminary design for the entire civic building. “We are looking forward to working with the community on this project,â€? said Schick, Shiner and Associates Principal Richard Schick. “Combining the performance arts and space for children and families within one facility will be unique in Canada and the synergies created will beneďŹ t both operations and the community at large.â€?

The proposed Centre will house a childcare facility, a Parent Link Centre and a performing arts venue. It will be of bold design, and

will inspire and enhance the cultural and community life of Lacombe and surrounding communities.

A parcel of land has been designated for this facility, located between City Hall and the Parkland Regional Library. The location provides access to schools and existing athletics and recreational facilities.

The proposed plans will be made public later this spring.

C4 is a partnership made up of the Lacombe Performing Arts Centre Foundation, Lacombe Day Care, Lacombe FCSS and the City.

Studio facilities will be available for instruction and practice. The facility will provide opportunities for people of all ages to explore their creative side.

For more information visit www.lacombeC4.com.

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FOR A CAUSE - The west campus of The Lacombe Christian School was ďŹ lled with students and parents for the annual school-wide fundraiser Mini Mall recently. Students brought money to purchase tickets to pay for activities, like face painting, a bouncy castle and hockey. The school raised $1,912 towards The Prairie Centre for Christian Education and Project Hope in Honduras during the afternoon. Student Morgan Deschiffart had fun at the ďŹ shing station, attempting to Sarah Maetche/Lacombe Express win a prize.

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City Page lacombe.ca

City Council Dates

Sidewalk snow removal enforcement

Lacombe City Council Meetings are open to the public and all are encouraged to attend.

Meeting agendas are posted online at www.lacombe.ca by 3:00 p.m. the Friday before every Council Meeting.

Residents are asked to please take the time to shovel the sidewalk adjacent to their properties. Show everyone that you are a good neighbour. Below are some important points you need to know about sidewalk snow removal: All residents – whether businesses, property owners or tenants – are required to clear snow and ice from sidewalks adjacent to their properties within 48 hours of each snowfall. This is your chance to avoid an expensive fine and/or additional cleanup costs.

Enforcement Officers go on patrol 48 hours following the end of a snowfall, and issue tickets for slippery, unsafe sidewalks. No warning notices are issued.

Failure to clear snow and ice from the sidewalk adjacent to your home can result in a fine of $100 for a first offence; $150 for a second offence within 6 months; and $200 for a third offence within 6 months, as per the City of Lacombe’s Traffic Bylaw 223 Section 405(1).

A notice is hung on the door of the offending property, which states that if the resident does not clean the sidewalk within a specified time period, a contractor will be notified to come clean up at the owner’s expense. The resident needs to clean the sidewalk as soon as possible in order to avoid incurring this additional expense.

The next scheduled Regular Council Meeting dates and times are:

Monday, February 23, 2015, at 5 p.m.

Monday, March 2, 2015, at 5 p.m. (Committee Meeting) Monday, March 9, 2015, at 5 p.m.

Monday, March 23, 2015, at 5 p.m.

Reminders Garbage/Recycling Collection Residents are reminded that due to the Family Day holiday, garbage and recycling normally picked up on Monday, February 16, will instead be collected on Tuesday, February 17, 2015.

Kinsmen Aquatic Centre News The Kinsmen Aquatic Centre’s annual Beach Bash takes place on Saturday, February 21 from 6-8pm. Tickets can be purchased at the pool in advance or at the door while supplies last.

FCSS Family Day Skate Lacombe & District FCSS is hosting their annual Family Day Skate at Cranna Lake on February 16 from 11:00 am onwards. Hot dogs and cool drinks will be made available. If the weather or ice conditions do not cooperate, the skate will be moved to Barnett Area #2.

Lacombe Ice Slide The community ice-slide is open for everyone to enjoy this beautiful winter weather. Come down to the Lacombe Memorial Centre courtyard to experience some free good ole fashioned winter fun. Use the slide at your own risk, and please remember that all children should be supervised. Be safe and have fun!

Also, never push snow from your driveway (including snow banks left by the plows) onto the road or across the road, which can create unsafe driving conditions. There is $100 fine for this violation.

What’s New? The Government of Alberta and the Lacombe Traffic Safety Committee would like to remind everyone not to use your phone while operating a motor vehicle. Distracted drivers are 3 times more likely to be involved in a fatal crash.

The fine for distracted driving is $172, and drivers who exhibit what is deemed to be more serious or risky behaviors could be charged with “driving carelessly” under the Traffic Safety Act. The penalty for driving carelessly carries six demerit points and a fine of $402. (source: Alberta Transportation report 2011)

Planning and Development Permits

Current to February 5, 2015

Permitted Use

Take notice that the following development permits have been approved as PERMITTED USES in that they conform in every respect to the Land Use Bylaw

OPEN TENDERS, CITY OF LACOMBE The City of Lacombe is as busy as ever and as such, there are many RFPs, RFQs and tenders open.

The City of Lacombe invites tenders for: -2015 Lawn Tractor, closing February 27 -2015 ATV Vehicle, closing February 27 -2015 Aerial Lift Truck, closing February 20 Please visit www.lacombe.ca/doing-business/rfpstenders for information on these and other open tenders, RFPs and RFQs. For Information Contact: Calvin Bennefield Parks and Facilities Manager Phone: 403-782-1252

DATE Feb .5 Feb .5 Feb .5 Feb .5 Feb .5 Feb .5

PERMIT# 61/250.20 61/250.21 61/250.23 61/250.24 61/250.19 61/250.26

LOCATION 103-15 Mackenzie Ranch Way 80-15 Mackenzie Ranch Way 5693 45 Avenue 5697 45 Avenue 4546 46 Avenue 5724 55 Avenue

DEVELOPMENT Manufactured Home Manufactured Home Semi-Detached Dwelling Semi-Detached Dwelling Industrial Services with Open Storage Yard Existing Detached Garage

Permitted Use with Variances Take notice that the following permits have been approved by the Development Authority as a Permitted Use with Variances as noted: DATE PERMIT# LOCATION DEVELOPMENT Feb .5 61/250.17 30 Elana Crescent Deck with Variance Feb .5 61/250.28 14 Willow Place Garage with Variance

Discretionary Use Take notice that the following Discretionary Use Permits have been approved: DATE Feb .5 Feb .5

PERMIT# 61/250.08 61/250.07

LOCATION 5021 50 Street 3906 53 Avenue

DEVELOPMENT Addition to Commercial Building for Restaurant Police Station Building

Documents pertaining to the development permits may be inspected at City Hall, 5432-56 Avenue, during regular business hours.

Anyone claiming to be affected by the approval of the Permitted Uses with Variances or Discretionary Uses may submit an objection within 14 days from the date of notice. The appeal must be in writing, accompanied with a $50.00 fee and be directed to: Lacombe Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, Attn: Secretary to the SDAB, 5432 - 56 Avenue Lacombe, AB T4L 1E9

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Public Notice

Honouring Our Heritage

Municipal snow clearing operations In November 2014 the City of Lacombe sent letters to residents in the areas of the Meadows, Lincoln Park, Regency Park, and 48 Avenue (from C&E Trail to 58 Street) regarding sidewalk clearing.

These areas have sidewalks on both sides of the street, and one side is being used this winter to facilitate on-site snow storage.

Residents are required to clear the sidewalks up until the time City Roads crew have covered the sidewalk with windrows. Once this has been done, residents in the aected areas will not be required to remove the piles of snow and ice from their sidewalks for the remainder of the snow clearing season, and no ďŹ nes will be issued.

Visit www.lacombe.ca/living/infrastructure-services/roads/snowice-control for full details. Please share this information with your neighbors, who may not be aware of this snow clearing operation or have no internet access.

Ben Cameron was a local photographer who was crucial in documenting Lacombe for over 55 years. Before Mr. Cameron built his permanent studio on 50 Street, he operated out of this simple wood building that was located on 51 Street, near the Michener House. This building is no longer standing, but Ben’s photographic legacy has left a signiďŹ cant mark on our community, by helping inform Lacombe’s sense of identity.

MDP Open House

Employment Opportunities The City of Lacombe is currently recruiting for:

Lacombe is Growing – and we want your input!

The City has prepared a draft Municipal Development Plan: Growing Lacombe (MDP). The MDP will guide future development within the City, identifying where new residential, commercial and industrial land should go. The MDP also sets out policy for how these land uses should be delivered, such as identifying housing mix, improving walkability of the community and greenspace considerations. We want your input on whether the policies established are appropriate to guide development in Lacombe until 2036.

Utilities Operator 2 - Solid Waste/NRDRWSC - Application Deadline is February 27, 2015 Gardeners/Parks Mower Operators/Labourers/Trail Maintenance - Application Deadline is March 6, 2015 For full job descriptions and other employment opportunities please visit the City of Lacombe website at www.lacombe.ca/employment Please Apply To: Human Resources City of Lacombe - 5432, 56th Ave, Lacombe AB, T4L 1E9 humanresources@lacombe.ca Employment Opps.indd 1

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PUBLIC NOTICE Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Hearing An objection has been made to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board against a decision made by the City of Lacombe Municipal Planning Commission on January 7, 2015, to approve an application for development of a semi-detached dewelling with a 14% variance to the front yard setback requirements for front landing and steps, a 24% variance to the rear yard setback requirements for the residence, and variances to the rear yard setback for the deck and steps such that the overall maximum lot coverage does not exceed 47% (from 57.65%), located at 12 Beardsley Crescent, (Unit 31, Plan 102 5865), zoned R4. The appeal relates to the maximum lot coverage.

PLACE OF HEARING: City Hall Council Chambers City of Lacombe Municipal Office 5432 56 Avenue, Lacombe

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Any person affected by the proposed development may present a brief at the hearing.

Written submissions should be presented to the Secretary of the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, and must be received no later than 1:00 PM on Friday, February 13, 2015.

Date of First Publication: February 5, 2015 Date of Second Publication: February 12, 2015

For Information Contact: Secretary, Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Phone: 403.782.1287

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Horoscope ARIES

TAURUS

Mar 21/Apr 20

Apr 21/May 21

Aries, expect to scramble at the last minute when you have to get something finished.

It may elevate your blood pressure, but you’ll feel good when the task is completed.

GEMINI May 22/Jun 21

You have to take a stand on a highly contested matter, Taurus. There’s no way to avoid the situation, so it’s best if you just meet it head on.

Others will appreciate your direct approach.

CANCER Jun 22/Jul 22

Gemini, say goodbye to a bad

Cancer, you have grown in

situation, as a better one is on

many ways and people are

the horizon. It is about time

HOW TO PLAY:

trying to get used to your new ANSWER

persona. They see you as you make things work in your favor and enjoy some R&R.

a new person, and that will require an adjustment period.

LEO

VIRGO

Jul 23/Aug 23

Aug 24/Sept 22

Leo, paying off a large debt

Virgo, expect to be caught

may empty out your bank

off guard this week. Allow

account, but you have to look at the benefits of the situation.

and things will be back to

mean more savings.

normal before you know it.

LIBRA

SCORPIO

Sept 23/Oct 23

Oct 24/Nov 22

Libra, be resourceful and

This could be a time of

economical this week.

profound changes in an

Frivolous spending will only

important relationship, Scorpio.

leave you with a hole in your

If you keep an open mind,

pocket and not much to

there is no limit to the benefits

show for it.

that await.

SAGITTARIUS Nov 23/Dec 21

CAPRICORN Dec 22/Jan 20

Sagittarius, after a few bumpy

Real estate values have been

spells, you may be on the road

rebounding, Capricorn. If

to a financial recovery. Monitor

you are in the market to sell

your spending and continue

your home, now may be your

to maintain your financial

chance to do so, but make

discipline.

sure you accept a good offer.

AQUARIUS

PISCES

Jan 21/Feb 18

Feb 19/Mar 20

Your responsibilities are at an

Pisces, start visualizing

all-time high, Aquarius. If you

positive outcomes and you

speak up, plenty of people will be willing to lend a hand. You just have to accept their offers to help.

11. Commoner 12. Street border 13. Old Xiamen 21. Soul and calypso songs 23. Explosive 25. Put into service 26. Swiss river 27. Territorial division 28. Pulse 29. Hair curling treatments 32. Small group of intriguers 33. Portion 34. Slightly late 36. Taxi 37. Political action committee 38. Grab 40. Between 13 & 19 41. Tai currency 43. Newsman Rather 44. Great school in Mass.

46. Technology school 47. Have a great ambition 49. Groans 50. Fill with high spirits 51. Expressed pleasure 52. Modern London gallery 53. A gelling agent in foods 54. Dilapidation 57. Swine 58. Footwear museum city 59. Respite 61. Creative activity 62. Slight head motion

everything to run its course,

No more interest payments

can produce winning results.

A negative attitude will only prevent success.

Fill-in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once.

Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. You already have a few numbers to get you started.

Remember: You must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column or 3x3 box.

CLUES ACROSS 1. Glasgow inhabitant 5. Dangerous tidal bore 10. Prevents harm to creatures 14. Upper class 15. Caused an open infection 16. Styptic 17. Am. Nat’l. Standards Inst.

18. Muse of lyric poetry and mime 19. He fiddled 20. Afrikaans 22. Don’t know when yet 23. Mottled cat

24. 1803 USA purchase 27. Engine additive 30. Reciprocal of a sine 31. __ King Cole, musician 32. Time in the central U.S. 35. Insect pupa sheaths 37. Prefix denoting “in a” 38. Okinawa port city 39. Capital of Pais-de-Calais 40. Small amount 41. Fictional elephant 42. Grave 43. 12th month (abbr.)

44. Knights’ garment 45. One point S of due E

46. Lender Sallie ___ 47. Express pleasure 48. Grassland, meadow 49. Vikings state 52. Deck for divination 55. Mountain 56. Cavalry sword 60. Largest known toad species 61. Once more 63. Cavity 64. Paper this tin plate 65. Slang for backward 66. James __, American steam engineer

67. Sea eagles 68. Wooded 69. Expression of annoyance

CLUES DOWN 1. Spawn of an oyster 2. Town near Venice 3. Bone (pl.)

4. Pair of harness shafts 5. Midway between E and SE 6. Of a main artery 7. Catches 8. Maintained possession 9. Old Tokyo 10. Yemen capital

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deadline: Monday @ noon

CLASSIFIEDS To place an ad, call Toll Free: 1.877.223.3311 or email: classifieds@lacombeexpress.com Coming Events

Card Of Thanks

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Restaurant/ Hotel

ACKERMANN In Appreciation…

Thank you for your spiritual comfort during our recent bereavement. It was deeply appreciated. In lieu of thank you cards the family of Thomas Ackermann would like to thank everyone for the love and support you have shown to us during this tragic loss. Your prayers, sympathy and thoughtfulness will always be gratefully remembered and deeply appreciated. Words cannot express how much all those who have been praying for our family, the phone calls, texts, cards, flowers, food and visits meant to us.

We would like to send a special thank you to the following people: Pastor Spence Laycock, Faith Community Church Blackfalds, for his message of hope, support and prayers.

Daniel Fey who provided the Eulogy as difficult as it was for you.

The Central Alberta Homeschool Choir and Debbie Zepick who allowed one last performance for dad.

The Wildrose Yodel Club for honouring Thomas’ Swiss side.

Pallbearers Dave and Landon Heltman, Armin Mueller, Andreas Mueller, Richard Schmidt & Daniel Fey. And to all those who made memorial contributions to the Ackermann Princess Club.

Classifieds For Red Deer Express & Lacombe Express Publications are PROCESSED IN OUR CALL CENTRE

BY CALLING

403-309-3300 Toll Free 1-877-223-3311 or classifieds@reddeerexpress.com

Caregivers/ Aides

Thomas will be missed forever, but we know he will live in the hearts of all who shared their grief with us during this difficult time. ~With love and Warm Regards, Karie, Mikaela, Kiara and Jenna Ackermann

Funeral Directors & Services

Garage Sale Lacombe MULTI-FAMILY MOVING SALE #11 Green Court, Lacombe SUNDAY & MONDAY 9 am-5 pm (February 15th & 16th) Household items, tools, antiques, etc. too many items to list!! (All items displayed in heated garage and inside house.)

Companions

Coming Events

52 CLASSIFIEDS FAMILY DAY Hours & Deadlines Office & Phones CLOSED Monday February 16, 2015

RED DEER EXPRESS Publication Date: WED. FEB. 18 Deadline is:THUR. FEB. 12, 5 P.M. LACOMBE EXPRESS Publication Date: THUR. FEB. 19 Deadline is: FRI. FEB. 13, NOON CALL CLASSIFIEDS 403-309-3300 classifieds@reddeerexpress.com

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58 YR. old farmer in Sylvan Lake area seeks honest, sincere, romantic, healthy slim lady 47-67 to come live on the farm with him for a lifetime commitment of love. Please enclose photo and phone no. to Box 1101 c/o The Advocate 2950 Bremner Ave. Red Deer. T4R 1M9

Clerical

720

DNR PRESSURE WELDING req’d p/t office assistant. Must be willing to work flexible hours. Exp. with Microsoft Word and Excel a must. Exp. with accounting software program Explorer preferred. Fax resume to 403-742-5759 or email to dnrwelding1@ dnrwelding.ca No phone calls please.

710

NEEDED - Home Support Worker (NOC 6471); F/T and Live-out; 44 hours/week, some overtime necessary, 2 days off on Saturdays and Sundays; $15.75/hour; Duties: Meal preparation including shopping for food; Assist with personal care as needed such as bathing, grooming, feeding, toileting and dressing; Assist to and from doctor’s appointment including managing medications; Perform light housekeeping, including laundry, making beds and cleaning; Requirements: Some secondary school education is required; At least 6 months of home management experience is required; Work Location: In an acreage home, 15-20 minute-drive outside of Red Deer, Alberta; E-mail resume: Employer: Lois Pedersen; E-mail: loiscarol@icloud.com; Note: Female applicants only

Janitorial

770

Full Time Cleaners required for day’s at Nova Joffre Site.

ST $15.00 Per Hr. Must be able to pass drug & alcohol testing & fit test.

Excellent spoken & written English communication required. Send resume to aramark6685@gmail.com or fax @ 403-314-7504

Medical

790

PART-TIME MEDICAL OFFICE BILLING CLERK required immediately in Lacombe.

Billing experience is a must, strong computer skills and Medical Terminology is required.

Oilfield

Oilfield

800

Advocate Opportunities

Cameron Bay Holdings Inc. o/a McDonalds’s in Ponoka and Red Deer (Gasoline Alley East and West) is now hiring full time and part time Food Service Supervisors.

Wages are between $13.75 to $16.00 per hour, depending upon experience and qualifications. Candidates must be able to wok a variety of shifts and have 3 to 5 years previous experience. Must be able to supervisor up to 20 crew.

Part-time applications will be accepted from Canadians and Permanent Residents. Apply in person 4419 Hwy 2A, Ponoka, 37479 Hwy 2, Red Deer, and 37428 Hwy 2, Red Deer or email resume to cbay22@telus.net or fax to 403-783-4251.

MORRISROE AREA: Adult Newspaper Carriers Needed For Early Morning Delivery of the RED DEER ADVOCATE With only 64 papers, approximately: $350.00/mo.

For More Information, Please call Prodie 403-314-4301 NEWSPAPER CARRIERS REQUIRED To deliver the SYLVAN LAKE NEWS & CENTRAL AB LIFE 1 day a week.

Please call Debbie at 403-314-4307

EAST 40TH PUB REQ’S P/Tor F/T COOK Apply in person with resume 3811 40th Ave.

CARRIERS REQUIRED To deliver the

CENTRAL AB LIFE & LACOMBE EXPRESS

COLTER ENERGY LP IS NOW HIRING

WELL TESTING: Supervisors Night Operators Operators •

Have current Safety certificates including H2S • Be prepared to work in remote locations for extended periods of time • Must be physically fit • Competitive wages, benefits and RRSP offered Please email resume with current driver’s abstract to: jbecker@colterenergy.ca

Professionals

810

F/T & P/T PHARMACY Technician position available. Apply with resume to: Blackfalds Professional Pharmacy or email: blackfaldspharmacy@ shaw.ca

Restaurant/ Hotel

820

THE RUSTY PELICAN is now accepting resumes for WELL EXPERIENCED

SERVERS Must hold a current ProServe Certificate and be fully exp. in wine service. Professional appearance is a definite requirement.

Must have Ref’s & Exp. Apply within: 2079-50 Ave. 2-4 pm. Mon.-Fri. Fax 403-347-1161 Phone calls WILL NOT be accepted. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contact.

800

LOCAL SERVICE CO. in Red Deer REQ’S EXP. VACUUM TRUCK OPERATOR Must have Class 3 licence w/air & all oilfield tickets.

Fax resume w/drivers abstract to 403-886-4475

820

FULL and part-time F/T dishwasher, cooks and bus persons needed for varying shifts, including weekends. Exc. wages and benefits.

Call 403-346-5448 for appointment.

1 day a week in: LACOMBE BLACKFALDS

LUCKY’S LOUNGE located in Jackpot Casino, requires Waitress’s Fri. - Sun. Please apply in person at 4950 47 Ave. No phone calls please

Please call Rick for details 403-314-4303 CARRIERS REQUIRED To deliver the CENTRAL AB LIFE 1 day a week in: INNISFAIL Penhold Olds Sylvan Lake

RED DEER BINGO CENTRE has an immediate opening for a

Please call Debbie for details 403-314-4307

PART TIME COOK for the weekend evening shift of 4pm - 9pm Fri thru Sun. You will be reliable and organized with the ability to work in a busy environment. If you would like to join our happy team, please apply in person w/resume at 4946 - 53rd Ave between the hours of 10am to 4pm. Resumes may also be emailed to ognib@telus.net

Restaurant/ Hotel

820

820

THE RUSTY PELICAN is now accepting resumes for WELL EXPERIENCED

HOSTESS THE RUSTY PELICAN is now accepting resumes for 4 F/T Exp’d LINE COOKS at all stations. MUST HAVE: •

2 yrs. relevant exp., completion of High School, be reliable, self motivated, work well under limited supervision in fast paced environment.

RED DEER BINGO CENTRE is seeking a

Salary is $14 - $18./hr. 40 hr. wk. dependant on exp.

CONCESSION CASHIER.

733644 Ab Ltd. O/A The Rusty Pelican

We offer 35+ hours per week and a fun fast paced work environment. If you are a friendly, reliable & outgoing individual we want to hear from you Please apply in person w/resume at 4946 - 53rd Ave between the hours of 10am to 4pm. Resumes may also be emailed to ognib@telus.net

Restaurant/ Hotel

Location of employment: 4105 2079 - 50 Ave. Red Deer, AB T4R 1Z4 email: bennett2014.bkkp@ gmail.com or Call 403-347-1414 or Fax to: 403-347-1161 Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Mature professional familiar with maitre d’ capabilities. Would be an asset to have a current ProServe Certificate and familiar with wine service.

Professional appearance is a definite requirement.

Must have Ref’s & Exp. Apply within: 2079-50 Ave. 2-4 pm. Mon.-Fri. Fax 403-347-1161 Phone calls WILL NOT be accepted. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contact.

Trades

850

WATER WELL DRILLING COMPANY IN BENTLEY REQ’S EXPERIENCED

WATER WELL DRILLERS HELPER with class 3, air. All safety tickets required.

Fax resume with drivers abstract: 403-748-3015

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Misc.

Help

880

HELP WANTED The Assistant Property Manager,

ARE you interested in pursuing an exciting career with Petrofield Industries at our Tornado Hydrovac Trucks’ manufacturing production facility? We are centrally located in the family-friendly community of Stettler, Alberta.

We currently have an opening for:

Service and Parts Manager Our Company has an enthusiastic, fast-paced working environment, with advancement opportunities. Wage would be commensurate with experience/skills. For more information about this position and our company, check out our website www.tornadotrucks.com.

Resumés can be emailed to hr@petrofield.com or faxed to 403-742-1905.

Misc.

Help

880

under the direction of the Property Manager, is responsible for coordinating all aspects of apartment community operations and to act as main point of contact in the absence of the Property Manager. The right candidate must be a team player with a positive can-do attitude. Send Resume to: brandybhatt@outlook.com Post available for F/T and P/T Tel.: 647-609-1926 ASSISTANT PROPERTY MANAGER

UFA/BAR W has an opening for:

WAREHOUSE SHIPPER/RECEIVER The successful candidate will have warehouse experience, preferably with electrical and mechanical background as well as forklift exp. Strong computer skills is an asset.

Please fax resumes to 403-347-9301 or email: administration @barwpetroleum.com

DISPATCHER REQ’D. Knowledge of Red Deer and area is essential.

Verbal and written communication skills are req’d. Send resume by fax to 403-346-0295

Contractors

F/T Cashier/Postal Clerk.

Apply in person w/resume: Highland Green Value Drug Mart.

Fencing

FT and PT shunt truck drivers needed in Innisfail, AB. Fax resume to 403-227-2743 or call 403-227-2712 for more information.

1100

BRIDGER CONST. LTD. We do it all! 403-302-8550

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Auctions

1530

AUCTION Sales Wed. @ 6 pm.

Antique sales 1st. Sun. of the month @ 1 pm. Feb. 8 Moose Hall 2 miles south of Ponoka on 2A WE BUY FOR CASH. 403-304-4791 Check website for full listings

1290

5* JUNK REMOVAL SPARTEK Property clean up 340-8666 SYSTEMS INC In Sylvan Lake, AB Painters/ is seeking qualified * ELECTRICAL Decorators ENGINEERS *ACCOUNTING JG PAINTING, 25 yrs. exp.

CLERK - AP/AR Free Est. 403-872-8888 Please refer to our website at www.sparteksystems.com Antiques for company information.

Applicants please forward & Art resume to: keri.lee@ BRADFORD Exchange sparteksystems.com picture, 1995 Limited or fax to 403-887-4050 Please state which position Edition. “Winter Solstice”.

Beautifully framed. $40. you are applying for in your 403-342-4898 cover letter.

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Grain, Feed Hay

2190

3190

Mobile Lot

1760

3200

3020

1580

Items

RAGGEDY ANN sleeping bag plus box of toys and books. All for $20.

403-314-9603

Firewood

1660

Pet Services

LOGS

Household Appliances

Cats

1820

Sporting Goods

1720

1860

NOMA Super GT snow racer, new cond, $45.; 403-348-6449

Farm Custom Work

2080

CUSTOM TUB GRINDING

MR. COFFEE Steam Espresso and Cappuccino maker. New in box. $25.

403-314-9603

Household Furnishings

1830

Truck mount grinder w/550 HP. Call Nolan 403-357-9674

Grain, Feed Hay

NIGHT Tables, (2) Oak, 1 drawer & 2 doors with glass top to protect from scratches. $70 ea.

403-352-8811

For Sale

2 BDRM in Alix.

4 appls, $900/mo. inclds. water, Feb. 1 no pets 403-348-6594

4020

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Suites

ELNORA, 3 bdrm., main flr., 4 appls. $775/mo. incl. all utils, no pets. immed.

403-348-6594

Amazing new Laebon Home 1452 sq.ft. modified bi-level with large private master suite 3 bdrms/2baths $394,599 Call Jocelyn 403.302.9612

Trucks

5050

5030

Cars A lifestyle you have more than earned Stunning new Laebon home in the Timbers-Red Deer 1426 sq.ft. 3 bdrms/2baths, large private master suite $499,900 Call Samantha 403.392.6261

1998 CHEV 1/2 ton, ext. cab, 2 whl. dr., well maintained, no rust. $3500.

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$2500 2006 BUICK ALLURE 4 dr. well maint, good car. Call Harold 403-350-6800

Tires, Parts Acces.

5180

TRUCKERS’ FLARES, like new, $25. 403-348-6449

Auto Wreckers

5190

RED’S AUTO. Free Scrap Vehicle & Metal Removal.

AMVIC APPROVED. We travel. May pay cash for vehicle. 403-396-7519

Careers

1 SIAMESE, 3 Balinese kittens, $50/ea.

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3040

Homes

SUITCASE, black carryon. Very good cond. $10.

403-314-9603

PAWSITIVE POOCHES DOG GROOMING is now open and accepting AFFORDABLE new clients at our north Homestead Firewood Red Deer location. Please Spruce & Pine -Split. Firepits call 403-986-4455 to book avail. 7 days/wk. 403-304-6472 appointment. We are also FIREWOOD. Pine, Spruce, accepting new clients in our Lacombe location.

Can deliver 1-4 cords. 403-844-0227 Please call 403-782-1662

Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar.

Price depends on location.

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4020

Houses For Sale

SPEAKERS, (2) bookshelf Sony, very good. cond. $20 for both.

403-342-4898

ROUND hay bales PADS $450/mo. for sale. 403-318-4732 Brand new park in Lacombe.

Spec Mobiles. 3 Bdrm., ROUND Hay bales, $100. no rain. Some for $70. no 2 bath. As Low as $75,000. rain, grass hay, shedded. Down payment $4000. Call at anytime. 403-588-8820 Misc. for Some $60. some rain.

403-350-9517 Lacome Sale ROUND hay bales. Cheap Misc. www.bigstrapperauctions.net CHAIR, rocker and recliner Free delivery. Self unload- For Rent exc. shape $50/ea. or both ing. No Sunday calls ESTATE & COLLECTIBLE for $90. Will deliver in town 403-843-6380 403-704-3509 only. 403-348-6449 AUCTION Sunday Feb. 15, 10 a.m.

HEADBOARD, for queen Houses/ Bowden Lions Hall bed, 60” wide, $35; Bowden, AB Duplexes 3 Clean wool accent Collectibles, Rifles, matching 3x5 oval carpets Saddles, Furniture, FOR LEASE, Executive from SEARS, $35 for all 3; Glassware, Shop tools, and David Winter style 1/2 duplex in Check web for full listing Collector’s houses in Lacombe on large lot.

MOBILE office trailer 240 & pictures. original boxes, $15/ea.

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Stereos TV's, VCRs

Employment Opportunity

Now

Transfer Station Site Operator Prentiss Site

Hiring City of Lacombe is hiring for Utilities Operator 2 and Parks Staff see ad on page 11

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Lacombe Regional Waste Services Commission has a part-time opportunity for a Transfer Station Site Operator at the Prentiss site.

We’re looking for an individual who enjoys working with the public, has a good mechanical aptitude, and has experience operating equipment.

Responsibilities include allocating waste to the appropriate disposal area, managing the burn pit, changing the bins, keeping the site tidy, etc.

Forward your application by February 20, 2015.

Full details of this position may be found under Employment Opportunities on the Lacombe County website at www.lacombecounty.com.

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SPORTS Lacombe ringette teams give their all during tourney

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express Ringette players from across the province took over Barnett Arena last weekend for the annual Ice Breaker Tournament, where 29 teams competed.

Teams from Fort McMurray all the way down to Lethbridge came to battle it out at Barnett in a 48 game tournament. Two teams were even invited from Saskatchewan (Regina Revolution and Saskatoon Thunder) to take part.

Lacombe’s Edge girls played well across all age groups, but the U14 team got to shine as the only Lacombe team to win gold. The U12A group won silver, U12B was awarded fourth, U16 won silver and finally, the U19 girls came in fourth.

“We had four really good games. The couple teams from Calgary were not as tough competition as I would have liked, but Beaumont and Drayton Valley both gave us some really good competition. We ended up winning gold against Drayton Valley – we won all four games,” said Bev Smith, coach of the U14 girls’ team.

“The girls played very well. Everybody that came up to me afterwards said that they were so impressed with the girls’ positional play and how well they performed as a team. That was our goal of the weekend – to really pull it together as a team and make sure that we were doing our plays and things like that so we could get ready for the Provincial Playdowns next weekend.”

Players travelled from Airdrie, Bow View, Calgary, Drayton Valley, Sherwood Park, Rockyford, Medicine Hat, Saskatoon and Regina to compete in the weekend tournament.

Smith said that she was proud of all of the Lacombe girls who took part in the tournament and that each team played to the best of their abilities.

“Everybody played very well. The U16 team and U12A both got silver. The U12B, who have been struggling this year, got fourth – that was fantastic for them,” she said.

“The U19 team came in fourth, but they invited all the hardest teams in the province and one from Saskatoon. They invited Rockyford and Fort Mac, who they knew were tough, and I thought that was a good representation of that age group.

These tournaments really show that it’s a

SHOWDOWN – Lacombe Edge player Alexa Freitag skated quickly and carefully to avoid losing the ring to opponent Daly Matthews of the Calgary Kalisha Mendonsa/Lacombe Express Nightmare during the Ice Breaker Tournament that took place last weekend. lifelong sport. They stay in it, and I think that’s great.”

Across the weekend, there was crowd participation and support. Smith said that fans usually accompany the younger girls’ games, so it was nice to see some support for the older girls as well.

She added that she was pleased with the recognition that ringette is getting within the community.

Smith also said the tournament ran very smoothly, thanks to the hard work of the tournament committee and collaboration of parents and volunteers.

The U14 team took gold in their final

against the Drayton Valley Lightning with a score of 7-1. Smith said that the girls from Drayton Valley are often a great competitive team for her girls, so this win was hard won and she was proud of it.

“It was interesting enough because we had lost to them in league before, so I asked the girls to try to get the first goal and kind of pump themselves up and be ready for a tough game. Of course, Drayton Valley went out there right away and got the first goal and that was interesting, but the girls came right back at it,” she said.

“We did a little de-brief after, and the girls said that as soon as that goal went

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The tournament was, all in all, a success for Lacombe Edge players. All teams made it to semi-finals in their division and a few went onto final titles. kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com

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The Camrose Trojans sweep the Lacombe Rams

BY SARAH MAETCHE Lacombe Express It was down to the buzzer, but the Lacombe Rams Senior Girls basketball team came up short against the Camrose Trojans during a home game at Lacombe Composite High School Tuesday night.

The Rams took on the Trojans on Feb. 10th, but were left wanting more after a loss of 60- 29.

Lacombe Rams Head Coach Paula Chapman said she was pleased overall with the player’s intensity during the game.

“We didn’t play as well as we can,” she said. “We just couldn’t seem to find the flow. It just didn’t click. Our passing was off and our defence is usually stronger.”

One thing’s for sure, both teams worked hard to hold onto the ball and keep the game in their court.

In the first quarter, the Trojans got off to a hot start leading with 10 points. The Rams made several shots at the net but they just didn’t seem to connect.

With one minute left in the quarter, a stealthy steal was made, but that pesky shot clock got in the way.

The second quarter saw some fouls on the Trojans’ part, but overall the visitors led the charge on the court gaining 17 points.

The Rams were constantly at-

tempting shots on net but couldn’t seem to connect many baskets.

Ram Hailey Hutchinson landed a basket with two minutes remaining in the second quarter, plus took a foul shot, adding three points to the Rams 14 total points.

The third quarter opened up with the Trojans leading 38-14, but the Rams wouldn’t break that easily and gained 10 points during the 10 minutes of intensity, with Hutchinson and Courtney Petrie landing some two-pointers.

Going into the last quarter, the Rams were down almost 30 points, but that didn’t stop their drive and determination. The score remained the same for much of the quarter, until Hutchinson made a perfectly set up basket, taking the Rams up two.

From here, it seemed the girls would be ruling the court, gaining in points, but the shots just kept rolling off the backboard, leaving much of the score set at 60- 29.

Slowly the time on the clock dropped and a time-out was called with 50 seconds left. The Rams finished strong, but couldn’t add any more points to their total.

As for the season, Chapman said the Rams haven’t been the strongest for wins, but the team is making many improvements and gains as far as skills.

“There have been a lot of big

ROCKING RAMS – Ram guards McKenzie Reiss and Hailey Hutchinson bring the ball up court during Tuesday night’s game at Lacombe Composite High School. improvements for us in floor management and our seniors have been making some really strong plays.”

She added the Grade 11 players have also stepped up and continued to improve throughout the

season. The Rams senior basketball teams play in the very competitive Central Alberta Schools Athletic Association basketball league. The league consists of schools from Red Deer, Sylvan Lake, Rocky Mountain House,

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The Rams, both the Senior Boys and Senior Girls, will be hosting their annual home tournament, Snowfest, this weekend. news@lacombeexpress.com

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ARTS & LEISURE

Keyboard master performs at Fratters in Red Deer

BY MARK WEBER Lacombe Express Piano genius David Vest brings his astounding talents to Red Deer on Feb. 21st with a performance at Fratters.

Vest has again landed national recognition by bringing home the Maple Blues Award for ‘Piano/Keyboard Player of the Year’ which was announced on Jan. 19th in Toronto.

It is the Victoria-based pianist’s second win in this category. His latest CD, Roadhouse Revelation, was released last spring and hit number one on the Roots Music Charts for Canada.

Roadhouse Revelations kicks off to a bold, brisk start with Freight Train Rollin’.

The momentum continues to build with Stand Your Ground structured around some superb rhythm and lead guitars, and the finely-crafted Ramblin’ Man which showcases Vest’s strengths as a storyteller as well.

“I wanted to make a record the way records used to be made,” he said of the project.

“I didn’t want to go on a nostalgia trip or some kind of retro thing, but I wanted to go in and play all the music live, sing the same time I was playing and have it all recorded at the same time. I didn’t want it assembled like a fast food hamburger.

“There are places on my albums where I can hear that I could have cleared up a little imperfection here and there, but it’s not about being perfect. It’s about being good.”

You Came Through rolls along with a sophisticated smoothness, well Street Car brings his piano playing skills truly to the surface as does the stunning Sante Fe Steamer.

Born in Huntsville, Alabama in 1943, Vest grew up in Birmingham. “I do come from a musical home – my grandmother worked in five and dime store, and she would bring home the records that didn’t sell,” he recalls during a recent interview.

“So I got to hear – she had this little record player – boogie woogie music, big band and gospel music.”

Something was sparked in Vest during those early years – a passion for not only enjoying music but also a desire to perform it and interpret it in his own way as well. “She also bought me my first piano when I was about 10,” he said. “It was really terrific.”

There soon wasn’t much time to practice.

And who needs practice when you’re on the stage almost non-stop? At 17, he landed

COOL KEYS – Acclaimed pianist David Vest will be featured in a show at Fratters in Red Deer Feb. 21st. a gig in Birmingham with Jerry Woodard and the Esquires – this was the first band that recorded Long Tall Texan, later done by everybody including Lyle Lovett.

“We had a show where we played seven nights and eight hours a night. We’d play everything we knew three times – and then at about the middle of the week, I’d be playing guitar, the guitar player would be playing drums and the drummer would be kicking around the piano.”

He played his first paying gig in 1957 and by the time he opened for Roy Orbison in 1962, he was already a veteran of Gulf Coast roadhouses.

He also points out many of the great boogie woogie players hailed from Alabama as well, such as Clarence ‘Pinetop’ Smith who penned the hit Pinetop’s Boogie Woogie and has been noted as a major influence in the genre. “You hear a lot about Mississippi and Louisiana, but Alabama – we produced Nat King Cole and Dinah Washington.”

Vest said that ultimately, he doesn’t have a memory of not playing the piano.

“I just wanted to play this music. And I was so inspired also to able to meet and play with some of my heroes.”

By about the time he turned 21 he found himself onstage with Big Joe Turner, who said that Vest’s playing made him feel like he was back in Kansas City. “Sitting on stage with Big Joe – he just radiated soul.

You think, this is what it’s all about.”

Initially, he was just an instrumentalist.

“It never occurred to me to sing, because I was working with all of these great singers, like Tammy Wynette who is a pretty great singer – you’re not going to take the microphone away from her.

“Or Big Joe Turner, who was a fantastic singer. When I made albums in the 1960s, they were all instrumental. I took one up to Nashville and played it for the guys, and they said, ‘Where’s the singing’?

“I said it’s an instrumental, and he said, ‘Instrumentals went out three months ago’. So I was puzzled by it, but I thought maybe I had better start singing. I had always sung along with the records at home

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but I didn’t really record as a singer until the late 70s.

“A lot of things went out of fashion when all the singer/songwriters took over – they brought a lot of great stuff to the world, but some of the old stuff kind of got lost in the transition.”

Ultimately, Vest is a tremendously-gifted boogie-woogie piano player and worldclass entertainer. His first Canadian recording, East Meets Vest, was named one of the best blues albums of 2012 by Holger Petersen of CBC’s Saturday Night Blues and earned a Maple nomination for Recording of the Year.

For Vest, there’s simply no life quite that of a musician.

“I like what I get back from the people,” he said. “You can just see what it means to them, and it’s a two-way thing. It’s not just me up there showing off – I’d get really bored with that. But playing for other people – that’s always what it’s been about for me.” editor@reddeerexpress.com

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‘DILI’ is killing more people every year North Americans must rid themselves of a major misconception. Too much Cabernet Sauvignon is not the only way to damage the liver. Today liver injury is being caused by prescription drugs, over-thecounter (OTC) drugs, and some herbal supplements.

More than 1,000 drugs and supplements have been associated with drug induced liver injury (DILI) which is increasing every year.

Everything we consume, with both good and toxic ingredients, are eventually ďŹ ltered by the liver. This organ has great regenerative powers, but it is not indestructible. Moreover, advanced age and being a woman can decrease the liver’s ability to metabolize toxic products, resulting in DILI. For example, many people take Tylenol (acetaminophen). It’s an ef-

Dr. Gifford

JONES fective painkiller if label instructions are followed, but there’s a big problem.

Acetaminophen is used in hundreds of prescription and OTC drugs. Patients who are taking several remedies may unwittingly be consuming a toxic dose of acetaminophen. This is why acetaminophen accounts for most cases of needless DILI. Other medications such as methotrexate used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, isoniazid for tuberculosis, anabolic steroids used by body builders, and excessive amounts of Vitamin

A and iron can all impair liver function. And in rare cases cholesterol-lowering drugs.

But there’s another big problem. Television contributes to liver abuse day after day. Its recurring ads persuade unsuspecting consumers that there’s no reason to suffer even minor pain. Tens of thousands of people swallow painkillers daily as if they were M and M candy. But they all have to be metabolized by an overworked liver.

For several years I’ve confessed that, in many instances, I favour natural remedies to treat medical conditions. But that does not make every natural remedy safe. The Mayo Clinic cautions that herbal remedies such as kava, comfrey, chaparral, kombucha tea and skullcap can be toxic to the liver. And don’t forget it was the natural

drug hemlock that killed Socrates 2,000 years ago.

But there is more to DILI than medication. It’s also prudent to be aware of what touches your skin which covers 18 to 22 sq. ft. of the body. So, when using an aerosol spray device for painting or controlling insects, make sure the work area is well ventilated or wear covering and a mask.

Also, don’t take needless chances with viral infections that can damage the liver. Large numbers of North Americans develop Hepatitis A by drinking or eating food contaminated by sewage.

Others are infected with Hepatitis B, spread by sexual contact, saliva and contaminated needles. This can result in cirrhosis and liver cancer. A vaccine is available that provides dual protection. Ideally, everyone should have this pro-

tection, but it’s essential for healthcare workers, travelers and those who engage in hazardous sex.

As I view the current medical scene, I see a huge tragedy in the making.

Johns Hopkins Medical Centre reports that 25% of North Americans suffer from nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Worse still, it claims that 15% go on to develop nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, which causes scarring of the liver. Pathologists say these changes are indistinguishable from liver damage caused by too much alcohol. The ďŹ nal tragedy is that NAFLD is now being seen in young obese children.

To prevent liver damage, keep an accurate list of all the drugs and natural supplements you take and keep it up-to-date. It’s also advisable to use the same pharmacy and health food

store that will alert you to adverse drug interactions and overdose.

Be aware that symptoms may not occur before signiďŹ cant injury is done.

Liver injury is associated with fatigue, itchy skin, a low-grade fever, loss of appetite, and upper abdominal pain. As the disease progresses, urine becomes dark, stools clay-coloured, and eyes develop a yellow tint, a sign of jaundice.

Let’s end on a happier note. Centuries ago more people died from drinking contaminated water than alcohol. Today people are dying from excessive use of alcohol and questionable drugs. But I believe that alcohol in moderation is still safer and beneďŹ cial for many people, particularly the elderly.

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Do you love pesto? Try making it with parsley We pass by it all the time in the produce section, but when not being used as a gar-

nish or a minor ingredient, what else can we do with parsley?

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Parsley is botanically called petroselinum crispum. This is derived from the Greek word petros, meaning stone, as it was often found growing in and around groups of rocks.

Today this herb, naturally high in Vitamin A and C, is usually available in two different varieties. Curly leaf parsley is the most common one we see today at the local grocery store, however in some markets, at leaf Italian parsley is just as common.

The main visual difference between the two is just what the names predict, however at leaf Italian parsley has more avour than its curly common counterpart.

When parsley is being used for purposes other than garnish, it is usually added as a minor ingredient to characterize a dish with a distinct touch of natural herb avour and a bit of colour. However, there are some recipes that use parsley as a main ingredient, such as pesto.

Traditionally pesto is prepared by pureeing fresh basil leaves mainly with olive oil, pine nuts, garlic, parmesan cheese, and lemon juice to form an outstanding pasta sauce, however the basil leaves can be substituted with parsley. This makes the pesto recipe not only more affordable, but also easier to create from scratch all year round, as fresh parsley is more accessible in the markets than fresh basil.

I hope you enjoy this recipe. It is one of our favorites and we make it all the time.

Parsley Pesto 2/3 cup roasted, salted cashews 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 large garlic cloves, peeled Juice of 1/2 lemon

Chef Dez on Cooking Chef

DEZ 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. fresh cracked pepper 1 bunch fresh curly leaf parsley, large stems removed In a food processor, grind the cashews on high speed for approximately 15 seconds.

Continue to process on high speed while slowly adding one quarter cup of the olive oil through the top opening, and then process for another 30 seconds until mixture is almost completely smooth and liquid.

Turn off the processor.

Add the cheese, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Turn the processor back on and process on high speed while feeding the parsley through the top opening. When all of the parsley has been added, continue to process on high speed while slowly adding the remaining one quarter cup of olive oil.

Turn off the processor, scrape down the sides, and process for another 10 to 15 seconds.

Toss with hot freshly cooked pasta of your choice, or use in a variety applications such as a pizza or bruschetta topping, or mix it with mayo for a great sandwich spread, or with sour cream for a great veggie dip.

Makes approximately 1.5 cups.

Chef Dez is a food columnist, culinary instructor and cookbook author. Visit him at www.chefdez.com.

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Celebrating the appeal and power of red in decor All things are coming up red this week as we prepare for the love fest that is known as St.Valentine’s Day. Millions look forward to this day of romance with heightened expectations and millions equally dread this over-priced trussed up holiday, Whether or not you are in love the feelings surrounding Valentine’s Day are mixed - I just love the colour!

Red is a powerful and dominant force, long associated with royalty.

It is a progressive, militant colour that never fails to make a strong impact or draw out a definitive emotional response.

From where I sit I see red accents throughout my home and if you are a frequent reader you probably know about my recent purchase of a red leather couch.

It is a colour that few people would commit so completely to and the investment in this colour furniture even made the furniture sales lady question my judgment.

Kim

WYSE But it is love for me, my vehicle and many of my accessories are the vein pumping red which is a colour that I am extremely fond of.

When I consider my world you could say I’m deeply in love with the colour red. Taking inventory it seems like this colour has permeated many parts of my life and my home decor and it is without apology that I return to this colour over and over in my decorating ideas.

It may be the psychology of the colour that demands that I always take notice.

Red is intoxicating and generates many positive feelings whether it is being con-

sumed (strawberries, apples) or being applied to a wall or fabric.

The use of red in a home can be shocking as in a full feature wall or even carpet (welcome back, 70s) or it can be punchy and used in accessories.

The trick with using this attention grabbing colour is that it needs to be the center of attention!

Red will demand all eyes in the room be on it at all times and you should know to be very careful when introducing another strong colour lest they battle.

I have successfully brought in a lovely burnt orange and they seem to be getting along fairly well, but the diva red still screams and twirls and vies for everyone’s attention at all times.

I think red is the bully of the design world, very few are able to share space with this voluptuous vixen.

It will force attention to your house or

Thinking about How you Recycle

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Recycled newspaper is used to create cereal boxes, egg cartons, pencil barrels, grocery bags, cellulose insulation, tissue paper, wrapping paper and is even used in sheet rock surfacing and molded packaging.

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your person and is a fun experiment to try.

Last week I whimsically painted my nails red and for days the comments came flying!

The nail polish was deemed ‘saucy’ and ‘scandalous’ and ‘festive’ by many coworkers and clients, it was a fun colour to carry with me for a few days and it perfectly matched my jeweled iphone case! Yes folks, I am a designer in all ways.

If you have been leery of inviting this narcissistic colour into your home, suggest that your loved one gift you with dozens of delicious red roses this Valentine’s Day or go out and buy them for yourself as a midwinter pick me up.

Set them in a place of prominence and enjoy their vibrancy for as long as they will last, it may inspire you to rev up your interior with more red accents.

Kim Wyse is an interior designer with Carpet Colour Centre in Red Deer.

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