My perspective - Cut it out
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- Published on Friday, January 22, 2016
By Kate Jackman-Atkinson
Neepawa Banner/Neepawa Press
Whether it’s cumbersome forms, archaic systems or illogical requirements, we’ve all experienced the frustration of red tape. This week, we celebrate Red Tape Awareness Day, but for Manitobans, it’s not exactly a cause for celebration.
Right in the centre - All about cold and cauliflower
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- Published on Thursday, January 21, 2016
By Ken Waddell
Neepawa Banner/Neepawa Press
During winter’s darkest (and coldest) hours, it’s difficult to understand how people survive in this country. We are a hardy lot. Two centuries of adapting to Western Canadian climate has brought about a very steadfast system of winter survival. Fortunately, our challenges come in smaller doses than our forefathers faced. We don’t face food shortages very often and we can generally keep our houses warm and our vehicles running.
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Right in the centre - To change or not to change
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- Published on Thursday, January 14, 2016
By Ken Waddell
Neepawa Banner/Neepawa Press
One of the key phrases a person hears in meetings is “That’s how we have always done it.” Seven words that can either be the basis of an organization or the death knell. How does one know the difference?
Right in the centre - Words plus math should equal truth
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- Published on Friday, January 8, 2016
By Ken Waddell
Neepawa Banner/Neepawa Press
“Words are important”, if I remember correctly, was the title of an English text back in my school days. It’s also a true statement. Words are important along with the story they weave, the facts they support and the opinions they describe.
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My perspective - Family, friends, community
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- Published on Thursday, January 7, 2016
By Kate Jackman-Atkinson
Neepawa Banner/Neepawa Press
As 2015 becomes 2016, many people find themselves looking at ways to make the next year better than the last. It’s a natural time to take stock of the past year and look at changes that can be made going forward.
