http://www.cjgy.ca/ Friday July 30, 2010 Friday July 30, 2010 03:35:51 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/templates/images/RssLogo.gif http://www.cjgy.ca/ Shine FM en-us http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/kids/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/kids/ Tanya Owen 29 Jul 2010 10:19 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/lights/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/lights/ Traffic lights are knocked out along 100th Ave at 106th Street due to damage to some power lines. Drivers are reminded that with the lights out at the intersection near the The Keg Restaurant, to treat the intersection as a four-way stop. Repair crews on the scene hope to have the l...]]> Tanya Owen 28 Jul 2010 13:35 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/twins/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/twins/   As a mom of "twins" it can be hectic at times, but I thank my lucky stars that they are healthy and happy and woohoo both my husband and I made it to thier 9th birthday so far. I think back of the last 9 years, and wow, they are developing into 2 smart girls, that I'm very pr...]]> Tanya Owen 27 Jul 2010 15:06 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/gpfest/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/gpfest/ Tanya Owen 23 Jul 2010 12:53 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/roadtrip/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/roadtrip/ When we took our kids last week on our family vacation, kids can get really bored quickly..here are some tips that may make your trip more enjoyable..  A road trip with the kids can be a good bonding experience for the whole family, but if the kids get bored your vacation can quickly bec...]]> Tanya Owen 22 Jul 2010 14:19 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/sale/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/sale/ Tips on how to have a great garage sale!!    Step 1......Decide if you have enough items to hold a yard sale (the more the better).           Step 2.......Choose a date  Step 3........Move all of your yard...]]> Tanya Owen 21 Jul 2010 16:35 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/farmers/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/farmers/ Tanya Owen 05 Jul 2010 13:22 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Stars/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Stars/ Join me this Friday at the Northside IGA for the  STARS (Shock Trauma Air Rescue Society) BBQ ! I'll be live on location from 2 to 6!! BBQ starts at 3 and runs til 7 pm!  Take the whole family for supper and support an awesome cause! See you there! &nbsp...]]> Tanya Owen 23 Jun 2010 17:06 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/results/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/results/ Tanya Owen 22 Jun 2010 15:05 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/construction1/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/construction1/ Tanya Owen 15 Jun 2010 10:37 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/sunscreen/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/sunscreen/ Uh-O..Tanya Got a sunburn...Over the weekend, sitting in my lounger, I totally forgot to protect myself in the front...had everything else covered with sunscreen except for the upper part...well, I’m paying for it now..Ever wonder what the SPF factor means..? The SPF represents the length...]]> Tanya Owen 08 Jun 2010 14:13 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/glasses/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/glasses/ McDonald's Canada is telling customers who've bought its ``Shrek''-themed drinking glasses to stop using them. It has joined the U-S in recalling millions of the promotional glasses because of cadmium  in the painted design. McDonald's Canada says it's acting in an ``abundance of caution.'' It ...]]> Tanya Owen 04 Jun 2010 14:55 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/government/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/government/ Tanya Owen 03 Jun 2010 10:05 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/tour/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/tour/ Tanya Owen 01 Jun 2010 17:02 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/foodbank/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/foodbank/ Make a monetary donation to our local Salvation Food Bank between June 1st to the 11th, and Kraft Canada will match your donation dollar for dollar up to one hundread and fifty thousand dollars nationally. To donate through the Kraft Hunger Challenge contact The Salvation Army Food Bank at 780-532...]]> Tanya Owen 28 May 2010 11:00 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/concerts/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/concerts/ What a great night at the new Grande Prairie Alliance Church on Sunday! Big Daddy Weave/Building 429 and Andy Kirk put on a awesome show! Great to see you there! Hope to see you at the next show! Here are some pics from the meet and greet!! ]]> Tanya Owen 25 May 2010 09:27 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/active/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/active/ Tanya Owen 18 May 2010 13:03 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Jack/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Jack/ Over the weekend my husband Paul, picked up a starter kit for a hamster at a yard sale..”it’s a great deal dear, only 7 dollars”. Of course the kids wanted to get a new family pet right away. I was a little hesitant considering we have a dog, cat and a fish already. We headed to th...]]> Tanya Owen 17 May 2010 10:08 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/spa/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/spa/ Tanya Owen 03 May 2010 16:57 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/relay/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/relay/ Every spring, Canadian Cancer Society volunteers’ organize various events around the community to help Kick Off the Relay For Life to help draw attention and support to the days and weeks leading up to the Relay.  They are teaming up with Freson IGA and Scotiabank to Kick Off&nbsp...]]> Tanya Owen 29 Apr 2010 14:12 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/jobs/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/jobs/ Tanya Owen 23 Apr 2010 17:06 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/bbq/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/bbq/ Sizzling BBQ safety tips  With the warmer temps finally it’s barbecue season! All ready we had a few bbq’s at my house.!   Before you indulge, however, let's review some pre-grill strategies for food safety. There are many simple ways to reduce the risk o...]]> Tanya Owen 15 Apr 2010 13:19 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/spring/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/spring/ Tanya Owen 30 Mar 2010 17:07 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Cancer/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Cancer/ The pretty bright yellow daffodils will be out in full swing again this spring as the Canadian Cancer Society volunteers’ team up to sell the fresh bunches flowers to help raise money in support of the fight against cancer. The sale of these recognizable blooms kicks off Cancer Awareness Mon...]]> Tanya Owen 22 Mar 2010 10:33 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/lemons/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/lemons/ Believe it or not, lemons are actually a handy tool to clean your home.  On your Countertops. Squeeze a few drops of juice directly onto stains and scrub with baking soda. Wipe away the mixture with a damp sponge. Don’t do this if you have really delicate, porous marble countertops th...]]> Tanya Owen 18 Mar 2010 14:49 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/flight / http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/flight / Air Canada learns that hockey trumps flying  Canada's largest airline has learned it sometimes has to take a back seat to the country's biggest sporting passion, ice hockey, the head of Air Canada said on Tuesday.   The airline was forced to delay a flight from ...]]> Tanya Owen 16 Mar 2010 13:31 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/puppies/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/puppies/ Name the Puppies! Here’s something your kids can do! It’s "Name the Puppy Contest" 2010Are you one of the lucky young people to name a future working police dog? This is your chance to find out. Canada's national police force invites all young people from coast-to-coast-to...]]> Tanya Owen 11 Mar 2010 10:18 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/letters/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/letters/ Tanya Owen 02 Mar 2010 13:57 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/health/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/health/ Tanya Owen 26 Feb 2010 13:15 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/crib/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/crib/ Tanya Owen 26 Feb 2010 13:13 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/datesavers/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/datesavers/ Tanya Owen 09 Feb 2010 10:10 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/famil/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/famil/ Winterlude, Family Day CelebrationMonday, February 15th Muskoseepi Park Pavilion Noon-4 p.m.Come join us for an afternoon of family fun!Sleigh rides Skating on the pond   Ball Hockey   Snowshoeing Clowns Build a bird house (1 per family) Local Performers Call Musk...]]> Tanya Owen 08 Feb 2010 11:10 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/papermache/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/papermache/    I have to admit..when I was a kid I don't think I got this creative..but my girls who are in grade 3 need to make a animal out of recycled materials...and they both wanted to make their animals with paper mache. I have to admit I was a little hesitant...something to do with....]]> Tanya Owen 02 Feb 2010 13:41 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/strollers/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/strollers/ Stroller Recall…The manufacturer of several children's strollers is warning that hinges on the products' canopies pose a danger of injury to children's fingers, including cuts, bruises and even amputation. Graco Children's Products Inc. of Atlanta issued a safety advisory Wednesday about its ...]]> Tanya Owen 27 Jan 2010 14:35 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/gala/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/gala/   Had a wonderful time hosting the 1st Annual Wedding Gala at the Grande Prairie Inn Saturday night! Lots of fun, with soon to be brides and grooms. Thank you so much to Noreen from Peppermint Twist Hair Design for my hair and my makeup and to Nola from Castaspella, for the beautifu...]]> Tanya Owen 25 Jan 2010 14:23 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/games/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/games/    I'm always looking for new games for my kids...these 2 look totally fun to play...!   UNO MOO! MATTEL AGES 3+ Fun on the farm! This farm animal matching game for 2 to 4 players engages young ones with its cute pieces and option to match either colour or animal....]]> Tanya Owen 22 Jan 2010 10:32 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/websites/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/websites/ Top Children's WebsitesWondering where your kids can go online for fun (and a little education)? Here are 20 of our favourite sites for tots to tweens 1.  www.tvokids.com 2.  www.owlkids.com 3.  www.funwithspot.com 4. www.kids.nationalgeographic.com&nbsp...]]> Tanya Owen 20 Jan 2010 10:30 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/family/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/family/ Family Literacy Day….   Make plans for next week! The Grande Prairie Public Library will be holding a Family Literacy Day Jan 27th. Join the library for storytelling fun! You can read with the Mayor at 1:30 PM, Join Mayor Logan in the Children’s Library. You’ll...]]> Tanya Owen 19 Jan 2010 11:03 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/coffee/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/coffee/ Fresh Perks from Coffee If you’re a coffee drinker  like me…here’s some interesting facts about  our favorite drink….   For healthy adults, having two or three cups of joe daily generally isn’t harmful and it may have health perks. Some...]]> Tanya Owen 18 Jan 2010 11:03 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Goal/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Goal/ Great news from the Salvation Army…this year’s Kettle campaign was slow right up to the week before Christmas, but thanks to the overwhelming generosity of the people in the community, this year’s goal was surpassed. Over 350, 000 was raised! The Salvation Army will be able to pro...]]> Tanya Owen 05 Jan 2010 14:27 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Grooming/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Grooming/     Have you ever cut your own dog's hair? Well.....both my husband and I tackled it last night :) It only took 3 hours......yes...3...I have the highest respect for Dog groomers....I think I'll Keep my day job ! ]]> Tanya Owen 08 Dec 2009 07:42 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/gingerbreadhouse/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/gingerbreadhouse/    We made our very first Gingerbread house for the QEII Festival of Trees! Us ladies at the station got busy and made "Shine of Light". Made with homemade gingerbread, white chocolate, coconut and other yummy stuff :) We had a lot of fun making it., and can't wait to do i...]]> Tanya Owen 27 Nov 2009 06:21 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/cribs/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/cribs/ More than 2 million Canadian-made baby cribs made by BC Based Stork Craft, are being recalled after 100 reports of injuries. The company voluntarily recalled the drop-side cribs, many of which have the Fisher-Price Logo. Parents and caregivers are to immediately stop using the recalled cri...]]> Tanya Owen 24 Nov 2009 07:04 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/toffee/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/toffee/ Microwave Sponge Toffee 1 cup of sugar 1 cup dark corn syrup 1 tbsp vinegar 1 tbsp baking soda   Instructions Combine sugar, corn syrup and vinegar in a large mixing bowl or casserole (2 quart size). Cook, uncovered on full power 3 minutes. stir well. Continue c...]]> Tanya Owen 03 Nov 2009 07:48 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Flu/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Flu/ Wondering if you have swine flu -- and need to see a doctor? An interactive website may help you decide, using the same type of triage calculations that doctors at Emory University in the U-S use. Microsoft unveiled the site yesterday at http://www.h1n1responsecenter.com. Type ...]]> Tanya Owen 08 Oct 2009 08:33 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Clown/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Clown/ It's a dream come true for Guy Laliberte. The Canadian circus tycoon is now floating around the International Space Station. The 50-year-old -- dubbed the first clown in space -- returns to Earth October 11th. He and his two crewmates join the six member ISS crew, including Canadian astronaut Bob Th...]]> Tanya Owen 02 Oct 2009 06:57 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/cookiepizza/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/cookiepizza/     Per usual I made my chocolate chip cookies Sunday night. Then I had a great idea for my kids bedtime snack, a cookie pizza!  I used whipped cream as the "sauce", then I topped it with blueberries, strawberries and banana! My kids ate them up pretty quickly an...]]> Tanya Owen 24 Aug 2009 21:17 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/ppark/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/ppark/     Gotta love nature walks with the family! That's what we did on Sunday at Pipestone Park! Kids had a blast finding God's creatures at work :)     ]]> Tanya Owen 19 Aug 2009 06:02 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/municipal/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/municipal/ Tanya Owen 16 Jun 2009 09:19 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/lobsterroll/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/lobsterroll/     Being from the Maritimes I love my lobster!!  Our friends in Maine seem to like lobster too!   What do you do with 15 litres of Miracle Whip? Mix it with 21 kilos of lobster meat and put it on a 18-metre-long roll, of course. That's what organizer's of...]]> Tanya Owen 08 Jun 2009 06:36 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/birthday/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/birthday/   Yay! Another year older..but your only as old as you feel :D As I think back this past year, I thank our Lord Jesus Christ for keeping me on this earth for another year. I'm happy and proud of what I accomplished in my life and where I am now. I'm thankful for all the blessings I have ...]]> Tanya Owen 02 Jun 2009 06:29 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/gliding/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/gliding/   What a great Mother's Day!! Not only did I get Breakfast in bed, but I got to fly with my cadets!! Part of the Air Cadet program is to teach cadets how to fly for those cadets that wish to take that part of the training. This is gliding season, and as a officer I got to take a awesome ...]]> Tanya Owen 11 May 2009 05:30 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/weight/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/weight/     Just over a year ago I made a change for the better! I'm continuing with the Herbal Magic plan!  Down 99.2 lbs and over 111 inches off..I'm so happy with the results ! If your looking to shed some pounds head on over to Herbal Magic today! Deanne and the girl...]]> Tanya Owen 04 May 2009 07:06 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Josie/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Josie/     There's going to be a new Owen member in June! We're adopting "Josie" a 6 yr old female cat! We're pretty excited...especially the kids! ]]> Tanya Owen 04 May 2009 07:01 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/thanks/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/thanks/    What a glorious surprise this morning!! Thank you to who ever sent me a beauitful flower arrangement! I'm so happy I'm an inspiration to my listeners!! Thank you for your support over my weight loss journey!! It's been a wonderful year getting myself back :) and Thanks to Herbal ...]]> Tanya Owen 30 Apr 2009 10:07 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/clean/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/clean/ 4th Annual City Scrub occurs Friday May 1 at 2:00 p.m. Residents are encourage to go out and clean up an area of our community for 20 minutes. The Take Part Take Pride Committee will supply you with garbage bags, gloves and bag tags (if required) for curbside pickup. If you aren’t able t...]]> Tanya Owen 27 Apr 2009 10:30 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/pancakes/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/pancakes/   What a beautiful day on Sunday!!! With the sun shining and kids so excited! Mom made Bunny Pancakes! A sure hit with the kids! Hope you had a wonderful Easter!    ]]> Tanya Owen 14 Apr 2009 05:30 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Easter/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Easter/     My kids and I enjoyed decorating these yummy cupcakes and bunny cake for our Easter feast :) Kids will be eating them up in no time :D Have a wonderful Easter!! ]]> Tanya Owen 09 Apr 2009 06:00 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/nuts/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/nuts/ More products tied to a U-S-wide recall of California pistachios are being pulled from the shelves in Canada. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency and Loblaw Brands warn us not to eat some President's Choice brand Premium Nut Collections and White Chocolate Cranberry Pistachio Bark. F...]]> Tanya Owen 02 Apr 2009 07:10 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/trees/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/trees/ Today's Good News Story: Two residents of Beaverlodge are safe from injury from a exploding maple tree. They were taking a walk through the forest near Hythe when they heard the explosion. Residents of the area are concerned about the sticky situation that the exploding trees can cause. Th...]]> Tanya Owen 01 Apr 2009 06:38 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Maple/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Maple/   ....Toffee on the snow......Yummy!  Saturday was the perfect day to head out to Muskoseepi Park!  We took the kids to experience pure Maple Sugar! Kids had a blast with all the fun activites, face painting, balloons, and of course Maple Syrup! Even a game of Tug O' War ...]]> Tanya Owen 02 Mar 2009 05:23 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Homemade/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Homemade/   I got inventive this past weekend ;) Something simple that the kids are sure to LOVE! Caterpillar Pancakes: Make Silver Dollar sized pancakes, spread them on the side of the plate. Add mini marshmellows with choc chips for eyes, and nose, cut a strawberry for the lips, add some f...]]> Tanya Owen 18 Feb 2009 06:01 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/valetines/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/valetines/   Happy Valentines All!!  What a surprise from my husband! Getting back from our McDonald's Muffin Moments...and there's a surprise waiting for me! Chocolate Covered Strawberries!! Yummmy!! Thank You My Dear Husband of 12 yrs! I love you!   ]]> Tanya Owen 13 Feb 2009 11:10 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/JOB/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/JOB/ Tanya Owen 02 Feb 2009 05:54 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Herbal/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Herbal/   I've done it!! I made it to my goal weight :) I started the Herbal Magic Program May 2nd/08. The program is simple! The support is fantastic! It's one on one!  Drop by the Herbal Magic right here in Grande Prairie for your free consultation!! They right beside ...]]> Tanya Owen 13 Jan 2009 06:12 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Letter/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Letter/ Tanya Owen 06 Jan 2009 06:48 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Food/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Food/ Sometimes it's hard to avoid these tempting treats.. I keep telling myself..SELF CONTROL TANYA...and usually I win...lol Here are some of the foods to avoid during this busy Holiday Season!   Holiday Themed Coffee Drinks! They can have over 600 just for a small one! EGG...]]> Tanya Owen 23 Dec 2008 09:45 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Turkey/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Turkey/   A big "Thank YOU" to all who helped out durning our turkey drive ! 300 Turkeys!! The Salvation Army recently had their roast turkey lunch with all the fixin's! Salvation Army Capt. Gordon Taylor, handled the music during the lunch, with 12 volunteers...]]> Tanya Owen 18 Dec 2008 05:46 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Recall/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/Recall/ Tanya Owen 15 Dec 2008 09:52 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/tanya-lost-62lbs/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/tanya-lost-62lbs/ Thank You Herbal Magic!! I’ve made it to 62 lbs…and 77.25 inches off! What a great program!! It’s easy to follow, and with the help from Deane and the girls at Herbal Magic in Grande Prairie I’ve feel like a whole new person! If you need to loose weight, drop on by and see th...]]> Tanya Owen 12 Nov 2008 09:30 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/one-big-pumpkin/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/one-big-pumpkin/ Tanya Owen 15 Oct 2008 09:16 MDT http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/i-am-club/ http://www.cjgy.ca/blog/i-am-club/ I got an email yesterday and instead of telling you about it you can just read it: Dear Mr. Ball We are pleased to confirm that you have set the new Guinness World Record for ‘Most Ferrero Rocher Chocolates in one Minute’ and a certificate to commemorate has been sent to you by post to...]]> Tanya Owen 15 Jul 2008 07:45 MDT