Calgary Citizen Newsletter Thursday July 11

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Good morning !

On Tuesday, we asked our readers how they feel about tattered or damaged Canadian flags and 84% believe displaying damaged flags is disrespectful. This is what some of our readers had to say about the topic:

“That is a first world attitude, in these difficult economic times maybe the people did not have the money to spend on a new flag."

“I see tattered flags everywhere these days. Patronize your country by having a beautiful flag representing us. It wasn't that many years ago that everyone just knew that to be proud of your flag, your symbol of a free country, that you would have it in good condition.”

“People complain about everything. The intention was right regardless of the flag status.”

“No opinion either way, but I remember us joking that a rather large torn flag in the southwest represented Canada well, with Quebec wanting to separate.”

👀 In today's edition:

• Three animals die at Stampede

• Badlands music causing bad blood

• In case you’re not sweaty enough

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WORTH KNOWING

⛅️ Today: High 29C, Low 15C. See the 7-day forecast.

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QUICK POLL

Three animals died from injuries at the Stampede over the course of four days

Animal rights organizations are slamming the Calgary Stampede after three animals had to be euthanized during the first four days of the event due to devastating injuries, according to City News.

As CTV reports, Stampede officials did not have any information about what happened to a steer that was euthanized Monday, calling it "a highly unusual and unfortunate incident."

According to CBC, that was in addition to two horses that were euthanized over the weekend during separate chuckwagon horse races.

As per Global News, animal advocacy groups are calling for action following the three deaths.

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Need to know

💔 Witnesses say a man was shouting “I didn’t do it” as he was taken into custody after a woman died from injuries at a home where children were seen.

🪧 Southeast Calgary residents feel ‘lied to’ after changes to city residential proposal.

🎶 Downtown residents are frustrated by the noise stemming from the Badlands Music Festival.

🚿 The city is concerned about the increasing amount of water being used by residents as newly repaired system is not yet fully operational.

🚰 Finding water has been a challenge at Calgary Stampede amid near record-breaking heat.

🔥 As a heat wave continues, Calgarians—four-legged and otherwise—find ways to cool off.

⚖️ Crown stays sexual assault charge against a former Calgary bar owner who is still facing six other charges.

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We don’t think you’re sweaty enough; check out these five local kickboxing gyms

It’s never too hot to kick your fitness routine up a notch with a good ol’ fashioned kickboxing workout. This high-energy workout improves your cardio and makes you sweat like crazy in case you haven’t enough with the heat. Here are five kickboxing gyms for you to kickstart your fitness journey.

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Where to eat and drink

🍴 Castella Cheesecake: You will want to head to Chinook Centre just to try this decadent Japanese-style pastry bakery.

🍴 Fonda Fora: A contemporary Mexican restaurant inside The Westley Hotel offering a taste of Mexico through its curated menu by chef Emilio Montenegro.

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Things to do

🎟️ Summerfest: Get ready to soak up the sun and enjoy the ultimate summer vibes at Summer Fest 2024 in Bowness from 10am-2:30pm.

🎟️ The Barn After Dark Market: On Friday from 5-9:30pm, enjoy the Barn Artisan Market night market happening at The Shawnessy Barn where adults can enjoy beverages from the cash bar and shop creations made by local artisans.

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From our readers

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