Reddit pulse / page 74
Every post from Reddit, newest first.
Someone caught a ruddy duck actually walking around Riley Park today. Apparently they're built for diving so their legs are way back, which makes them stand like penguins falling over—so it basically never happens.
Eight in Calgary just got ranked second in North America's 50 Best Restaurants. That's the Calgary spot doing work right now.
Riley Park had a protest going today with some pretty choice signage. People are out there making their voices heard.
Advisories are up for a spring rainstorm moving into the city. High water flows expected, so if you're near the rivers or pathways, check conditions before heading out.
Highway 8 and Lott Creek Blvd traffic lights are completely down right now. That means it's a four-way stop — treat it like a full intersection. Apparently a ton of people are just blowing through, so be extra careful.
someone spotted a white-faced ibis hanging out in Fish Creek Park, plus beavers. city's got more wildlife than you'd think if you know where to look.
provincial separation talk is heating up. separation advocates are pushing mandatory military service and birthplace citizenship — ideas that don't land with a city attracting talent from across Canada.
it's 27C and someone in r/calgary is asking where to find the perfect mexican bulldog. if you know a spot with a big, tasty one, the whole city's waiting.
River levels are climbing this weekend — Bow and Elbow rivers expect high flows through Tuesday from snowmelt and rain. Boating advisory and pathway underpass closures coming. No flooding forecast, but stay cautious around rivers and low-lying areas.
Furball Force Animal Rescue has KeeKee, a 1-year-old Chihuahua x Dachshund mix with a big personality and medium energy, looking for a foster home. Playful, lots of love to give.
Recent arrival from Italy looking to meet people who love cinema — indie theaters, blockbusters at Cineplex, film theory, directors, whatever. If you're into movies, hit them up.
looking for thrift stores that are actually cheap with nice clothing — Value Village's prices are steep, so any recommendations for spots with good quality and trendy finds without the designer markup?
someone got wiped out biking to work behind home depot on 126 ave se wednesday morning and got a concussion. they don't remember it and are looking for witnesses or footage to figure out what happened.
Someone's asking for recommendations on hiring a declutterer to help sort through years of accumulated stuff — no vehicle to haul things away, so they need someone who handles both organizing and removal.
Runner got confronted by a woman spraying their dog with a hose in West Confederation Park after a 5km run. Dog wasn't even on her property — was on the public sidewalk. People asking if it's worth reporting.
someone's looking for a chocolate nutella layer cake with no pre-order needed. asking if any bakeries have them just sitting ready for a birthday gift.
Yesterday was straight sun and blue skies, now we're back to grey and wet. Welcome to May in Calgary.
