Opinion

On May 16, the Calgary Zoo announced that it would be reopening May 23 after a two-month closure due to COVID-19.

As a kid those Airfix models of Second World War fighters planes were irresistible. They promised a wonderful, small-scale replica of power, danger and beauty. Sadly though, it was up to me to actually put the kit together.

In the middle of a crisis, it is crucial to stay well-informed. The COVID-19 pandemic, with its fast changing nature, has shone a light on this need.

As we undergo these unprecedented times, with so many activities myself and others counted on for an escape being stripped away, we as a collective were counting on Rocky View School district to award us with a celebration that we have earned.

While the world has been under lock-down, Bob Dylan has been quietly releasing a stream of original music. The releases began with "Murder Most Foul," a nearly 17-minute song about the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.

Even though Mental Health Week – which ran May 4 to 10 – has passed, the topic is always important to discuss. That is especially true during the current pandemic.

With the pandemic affecting so many aspects of our lives, some municipalities may have to reassess their financial viability.