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If you own a home, chances are you own a grass trimmer. They are key to keeping a well manicured lawn! But chances are you haven’t seen one quite like this before. The Lehr Eco Trimmer is the world’s first propane powered lawn trimmer.

This trimmer uses small propane tanks for fuel which can last up to two hours each. No more mixing gas and oil, no more spills, and less emission! The best part is you can win one for yourself!

Tell us which Breakfast Television personality you would like to take care of your lawn! leave your answer in a comment below and you could win!

A winner will announced right here on the blog once the contest closes at noon on Friday July 2nd! Good luck!

WE HAVE A WINNER!

Congratulations to Ron McKay! You have won the Lehr Eco Trimmer!

CALGARY WEATHER
TODAY: 22, Sunny
TONIGHT: 7, Partly Cloudy
CANADA DAY: 19, Partly Cloudy
FRIDAY: 18, Partly Cloudy
>Mother Nature must be Canadian!! Looking good for the Canada Day long weekend, slightly cooler than average (should be 22), but still warm over the next several days.
-Meteorologist Andrew Schultz.

Well it was only a matter of time before R Rated got the 3-2-1 count on his games.  The Canadian Bachelorette contender got called out in Istanbul on his cheating heart and send packing back to Toronto.  The funny part is he was sold out not only by his “current” girlfriend (and Snooki lookalike – right?) but by former Canadian Bachelor contestant Jessie! May I remind you that Jessie *also* threw Vienna under the bus in Jake’s season.  AND Jessie is about to make a comeback on The Bachelor Pad (premiering Aug. 9th on Citytv). Think producers like having her around?

So back to Justin - a piece of work on 2 fronts…

a) Justin goes on the show in the first place with the help of his girlfriend who is really no better – is she an entertainment wrestler too?  I’m sure we haven’t heard the last of those two… maybe they have a reality show in the works!

b) he doesn’t even stick around to explain himself to Ali!  He lamely hobbles away climbing over the shrubbery around the hotel.  Justin’s walk of shame to the voice mails he left for his girlfriend proclaiming his love for her was *so* priceless!

Good riddance.  And good plot…..not that the plot is scripted at all… I’m just speculating

So Bachelorette fans — did Justin made a mistake or will his public dumping work in his favor?

Meantime Justin is making the rounds on the Toronto party scene – my gf Amy spotted him out last week and he was happy to take a snap with her.  You can see why as she is gorgeous

She was mostly astounded at how low he had unbuttoned his shirt…

All this talk about Justin I’ve nearly forgotten about my favorite part of the episode – olive oil wrestling!  Mmmmm.  Roberto.  Chris L.  Enjoy the clip —–>

Google may be a huge company, but it’s full of pranksters. Did you know if you type in certain key words into the search engine and use the “I’m feeling lucky” button you can uncover a whole bunch of funny pages courtesy of Google? try typing in the following searches and see what happens! Do not hit enter after entering the terms! You must use the “I’m feeling Lucky” button!

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CALGARY WEATHER
TODAY: 26, Showers/Thundershowers (Windy: S 30-70km/h)
TONIGHT: 11, Clearing (Breezy)
WEDNESDAY: 21, Sunny
>Here comes the ‘rumble’…Thundershowers expected this afternoon, with a considerable Southerly wind…Clearing begins overnight.
-Meteorologist Andrew Schultz.

Tonight: 14, Clear

Tuesday: 27 Partly Coudy – 30 % Chance of Evening Thundershowers

The warm weather trend continues for the beginning of the week, cooler conditions expected for Wednesday but with sunshine continuing. At this point forecast models are pointing to the risk of showers for Canada Day.

What a gorgeous day to spend at Lilith Fair! I had a wonderful time taking in the sun and fantastic music with friends.  Sarah sounds as spectacular live as she does on her new album Laws of Illusion. McLachlan is such a shining light on stage when she at down and started playing the piano the whole stadium was on their feet and listened intently to every note she sang.  Thxx for sending in a gorgeous pic of Sarah Mike Morrison!

Sheryl Crow played a phenomenal set.  She surprised and delighted fans by bringing her little 3 year old son Wyatt up on stage to play percussion – SO adorable!

I spotted Theo Fleury and his wife Jennifer in between sets.   Always love catching up with them and Theo has been working hard with Alberta Theatre Projects developing a new play based on his book

Local designer Paul Hardy (who designed Sarah McLachlan’s Juno dress in 2009) saw McLachlan before the big show – she stopped into his atelier in Kensington Saturday to do a bit of shopping.  Sarah and Paul will be collaborating with the Alberta Ballet in their new work featuring McLachlan’s music and Hardy’s designs.

Brett Wilson hosted a section of his closest 100 friends at Lilith before heading off to Africa with his kids to climb Mount Kilimanjaro.

CALGARY WEEKEND WEATHER
TODAY: 24, Partly Cloudy – Chance Afternoon/Evening Thundershowers
TONIGHT: 10, Partly Cloudy
SATURDAY: 22, Sunny
SUNDAY: 25, Sunny
>Finally breaking the ‘pattern’…1 more day of ‘chance’ showers/thundershowers ‘popping up’ late-day, then, clearing — just in time for the weekend…get out & enjoy!
-Meteorologist Andrew Schultz.

Summer time is officially here! Time to hit the patio! Whether it’s the patio in your backyard, or at your favourite bar/pub, I’ve dug up some fun patio apps for your portable devices. Everything from pocket sized drink guides to a stain encyclopedia for when you spill Pina Coloda on your pants and need to get it out NOW! Take a look at some of my favourites.

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CALGARY WEATHER
TODAY: 23, Partly Cloudy – Chance Evening Thundershowers
TONIGHT: 11, Partly Cloudy
FRIDAY: 23, Partly Cloudy – Chance Evening Thundershowers
>The trend continues…Today & Friday, expect Partly Cloudy conditions the majority of the day, with a chance of Showers/Thundershowers ‘bubbling up’ late day — look for clearing by Saturday.
-Meteorologist Andrew Schultz.