Category: Arts and Culture


Can turn a Ford into A Chevy

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April 10, 2014

The car wash on Voght street is getting new equipment. An installer is quoted as saying that the equipment is from Detroit Michigan and has the ability to turn a Ford into A Chevy ( something preferable according to his demeanor.) However hes was not sure of the benefit  that could be afforded a Dodge product. The conversation went on to  affirm the plight of Detroit as being hard and worth noting.

The equipment is a Saber Autowash with two computerized settings simply arranged on a drive gear.

The crew were welcoming of pictures .

 

Today in history: April 10th 1970
Paul McCartney leaves the Beatles for personal and professional reasons ( source Wikipedia)

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TGIF-Non profit vrs Charity status

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April 4, 2014

A source with the Merritt Community Cinema Society says that there is a similar organization in Nelson organizing at this time to have a community theater society for first run movies and live theater. However the source says that they  have also gained charitable status as well. The local effort remains a non-profit but imply that Charitable status is desirable.

The difference between the two organizations is tax receipts for donations, as a non-profit, the tax advantage is limited to business donations that can use it as an expense for promotion of their business.

The project is aimed at being a stable source of funding for the local arts council and is touted at a price tag of 5 million dollars. The project has raised enough money to acquire land and has not yet gotten a design in place.

http://merrittmovietheatre.com/

Today in history: April 10th 1970

Paul MacCartney leaves the Beatles for personal reasons.

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Dead Beaver

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April 3, 2014
File photo live beaver on the Nicola River. Photo:KIDG

File photo live beaver on the Nicola River.
Photo:KIDG

Beaver, one of the national symbols of Canada, an image of industry, tireless work and thrift ( on the nickel). We never expect them to be seen in a less the desirable circumstance!

On the weekend we came upon a dead medium size beaver on a beach of a local river. With a clutch of poplar sticks drawn up behind him he lay about 6 feet ahead on an open beach, tail flat on its stomach and resting its head on a forepaw in a dignified spread. Maybe winter kill with no signs of trauma. with great respect we came back several times and we somewhat amazed at its condition that it was no being taken as carrion by birds or coyotes but remained in its stretch producing several moments of wonder with us.

Heres to you Mr>Beaver in your image and likness to our selfs we wish you luck as you continue to be our symbol one step ahead of the penny.

Editors note: Beavers can be trapped in season by licensed trappers and they can be moved on by destroying their homes but a permit is required to do so. Aviod touching dead or sickly beavers as they carry a bacteria and can give you parasites.

Today in history: April 11th 1976

The Apple 1 computer is released.

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Get ready for earth day

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March 31, 2014

Flowers over

April 22  will be here quicker then you think. The international observance  of the earth and its systems will be even more relevant this year as a movement toward global environmental engineering seems to be being whispered.

If all you do on that day is take hold of some  recyclable material and get into the system you will be doing a lot if collectively we all do it.

http://www.earthday.ca/

Today in history: March 31 1889

The Eiffel tower is officially opened.

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Country run

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March 28, 2014

The 5th annual Merritt Country Run is on Sunday June 8th 2014 starting a Voght Park, on Canford avenue. The sunday event is billed as  having certified Routes , Walk or run, for individuals, or teams. You can register online at  http://www.merrittcountryrun.ca

Events run from 5km,10km,and a half marathon.

Follow the run at twitter@merrittrun or mcrun@facebook.com

 

Today in History: March 28th 1959

The communist government of China declares the government of Tibet as being no more.

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Brand Change

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March 26, 2014

 

Sources say the city already spent 8 thousand dollars on this new brand.... photo: kdg

Sources say the city already spent 8 thousand dollars on this new brand….
photo: kdg

We have it on authority that a public meeting last night reversed the brand change that the city department adopted earlier this year. The attitude brand is gone and with it the image of a couple under a blanket in a field of produce. The caption Farm Fresh that went with the attitude brand may be gone.

The city had spent 8000 dollars on the change and graphics. A source says that a number of new ideas to replace the Country Music Capital were gleaned last evening for a public consultation process to begin.

Farm Fresh

Today in History: March 26th 1934

The driving test is introduced in England.

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Another Yoga retreat

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March 25, 2014

There are always new Yoga retreats springing up about Merritt.There have never been any complains heard. Yoga retreats are intimate and and a bit reclusive, and they are pricey. this one is 350 dollars for 2 nights 5 vegetarian meals  and 4 yoga classes. With guided hiking and biking. ( private group retreats)

Called Tantu Yoga it is directed by a Lindsey Fehr CY tantuyoga@gmail.com tantuyoga.ca.  It is endorsed by the Arts Council, the City of Merritt, the Chamber and some local dance companies. They are proclaiming a new season and their poster centers on a very healthy looking tree.

Editors note : We do not recommend any private retreat no matter how well endorsed without trusted friends or relatives.

Today in History: March 25th 1584

Sir Walter Raleigh gets a patent to colonize Virgina.

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Trans mountian pipeline public meeting

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March 24, 2014

The pipeline company that is applying for permission to twin their line from Edmonton to Burnaby is reporting a number of public meetings and consultations through their newsletter.

ABOUT THE CONSULTATION UPDATE:
•    Aboriginal engagement to date has included more than 100 Aboriginal communities and groups and the execution of 76 agreements including Letters or Memorandums of Understanding, capacity funding, and integrated cultural assessments
•    To date, as part of a comprehensive stakeholder engagement program we’ve consulted with thousands of individuals through 82 open houses or workshops along the pipeline and marine corridors and more than 851 meetings between project team members and stakeholder groups
•    This filing also includes a summary of Errata, which identifies and corrects errors in the original filing such as formatting, incorrect page numbers, or a change in scale to a graphic source trans mountain pipeline

The update comes from a filing to the NEB National Energy Board on March 20th 2014.

Trans mountain pipeline has operated a pipeline by tariff for 60 years as it goes by here in Merritt.

Today in History: March 24th 1663

The Province of Carolina in granted to 8 lord proprietors for their help in restoring King Charles the second to the throne of England.

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Waiting for the parade

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March 20, 2014

Waiting for the Parade ,a play by John Murrell is coming to the Kamloops Sage Brush Theater March 27th to April 5th 2014. In association with Thousand Island playhouse (Gananogue) the play starts at  7:30 PM Monday and Tuesday, Wednesday to Saturday 8:00 PM. There is a pay what you can matinee on Saturday the 5th at 2: pM.  Tickets available from Kamloops live  1025 Lorne Street  Kamloops BC.

 

Call: 1 866 -374 5483

Today in History: March 20th 1952

The United States Senate ratifys a peace treaty with Japan 7 years after WW 11

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Win an I pad – Where are you headed?

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March 18, 2014

Today there is a job fair or career promotion and awareness event at the Shacken Indian Band Hall, all day.  The featured speaker is Aliyah Rodiminkski from Okanogan college.

Other representations come from Thompson Rivers College, First West Kelowna College, the British Columbia Aboriginal Mine Training association and NVIT.

Billed as ” Programs that can take you to the top”

FMI: Debra Manuel 250-378-5410

Today in History: March 18th 37

The Roman Senate nulls Tiberius’s will and makes Caligula emperor.

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Merritt Centennials season ended

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March 17, 2014
Some one hung thier hat after the local team was out of contention. Photo: KDG

Some one hung their hat after the local team was out of contention.
Photo: KDG

The local junior hockey team the Merritt centennials are done for the season. The team lost out to Penticton in 4 straight last week . A young man and member of the team from Ohio said he was grateful that they had made the playoffs and was philosophical about not making it to the finals. He said there was a player from Spokane Washington on the team as well, implying that he didn’t feel separated or isolated on the team.

The Merritt centennials are selling season tickets for the 42 season next year, at 115 dollars it is a great way to support youth in Merritt.

Today in History: March 17th 1966

A missing hydrogen bomb ( broken arrow) is found off the coast of Spain.

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Wi-fi and a hair cut

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March 12, 2014

The hair dressing shop across from the Coldwater hotel, Kruse and Style, in the 1900 block of Quilchena Ave in Merritt is getting wi-fi for their customers. It is Shaw service and it complements three services across the street in the historic hotel. “Its free to my customers “said the  apron adorned owner.

When asked about the city wide service that San Francisco brought in years ago  her reply was ” that would be great”.

The technician said it is a Shaw service for customers on a Shaw email ; when replying to the question of password protection.

Editors note: bringing internet in and having a transponder broadcast an area around your business may have the unintended result of access after your business is closed and particularly at night. You may want to disable your transponder after business hours.

Today in history: March 12th 1993

Janet Reno becomes the first female Attorney General of the United States.

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