Reddit pulse / page 43
Every post from Reddit, newest first.
New tenants moving to Calgary are hitting an unusual rental demand: landlords asking for 6 months rent paid upfront, tacked on at the end of the lease instead of the start. Especially common when you have no Alberta credit history and a job that hasn't started yet.
A large overhead sign gantry partially collapsed on northbound McCloud Trail just south of Avanita Hall, scattering drywall across the highway. Non-emergency was notified; authorities are asking drivers to avoid the area and watch for debris.
Another solid turnout for Music at the Park in McKenzie Towne. Local outdoor concert series keeping the summer vibes going strong.
someone lost their digital camera somewhere between Ranch Road off Highway 1 and Ghost PLUZ campsite on Township Rd 270A — has all their road trip photos on it. if you're out that way, check around.
folks are leaving memorials around the city for Parker. if you want to leave something, there are spots in Thorncliffe and other neighbourhoods.
Someone's confused about ticket pricing for the Calgary Wild game Saturday at McMahon—the closer sections are less expensive than the upper levels. Wondering if there's something better about sitting farther away.
Someone posted asking people to pick up their trash—there's been an uptick of garbage left everywhere, and it's bumming out locals who care about the place. They're going to clean it up anyway because that's the right move.
Person moved to Calgary on a whim last August after bouncing between countries and cities their whole life. Got a job they love, a place, and a community that actually showed up. Says it's the best decision they made.
Calgary's downtown glowed blue Thursday night in honour of Parker. The whole city's been showing up this week.
New person moving to Calgary end of November wants to know what percentage of people actually use transit vs. cars here. They're bringing a car but curious about whether the LRT is worth learning. Fair question for someone who's lived in places with better systems.
Someone's asking where their 8-year-old can do karaoke with an actual audience — not a private room. Kid wants to perform, not sing to family in a booth. Haven't seen this one answered yet on Reddit.
GlobalFest is running a car show this year — but you gotta show up in a Japanese vehicle to enter. Scrolling through Reddit, someone found the wild detail buried in the festival lineup.
Make-a-Wish granted seven-year-old Brent's wish for a Ghostbuster adventure at the Calgary Stampede grandstand Thursday. The kind of moment that reminds you why the Stampede still matters.
City of Calgary issuing a fire advisory today because of hot, dry conditions. Not a fire ban yet, but keep water near your fire pit and never leave it unattended. One spark is all it takes.
Municipal Complex, Calgary Fire Department, and Calgary Police Service buildings lowering flags to half-mast Friday through Monday in honour of Parker.
Seeing community messages and tributes for Parker popping up across the city—signs, posters, the whole thing. People are showing up for each other.
Calgary's got someone going to space and a book about it. Local writer John Larsen teamed up with astronaut Jeremy Hansen on Earthrise, out October 27. Pretty cool.
If you live near Bow Trail SW, summer's become a hotbed for street racing. Every single night it's loud and dangerous. Someone's been calling 311 for speed cameras but nothing yet.
Bought some Australian rib steaks at a big box grocery and they hit different — leaner, taste closer to striploin. Price though: $28 per kg vs $60 for Albertan. For budget-conscious shoppers, it's a solid option.
Parker's parents released a video Thursday thanking the entire city for the search. His dad said hug your kids, you never know when you'll get another chance. Everyone's posting about it.
