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Taika Waititi's latest film, Jojo Rabbit went from a controversial idea to an Oscar winner. He had pushback for the subject matter, but he believed in his vision to the point he optioned the book himself.

Dear editor , My husband and I have attended the Jasper in January festival since its inception. We stay at the Lobstick Lodge and look forward to coming every year. It is our Christmas present to each other.

The original stage project scope was reduced to meet the $820,000 budget, but costly add-ons are needed and wanted. Pictured: The stage being constructed in October 2019. | File photo Nicolle Hodges | reporter@fitzhugh.

Marie LeBlanc’s art show will be on display at Habitat for the Arts from February 19 to March 7 daily from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. | Supplied photo Nicolle Hodges | reporter@fitzhugh.

Deer mice should not be inside your house and business - but don’t use pest control poisons to get rid of them. Injuring or killing wildlife by poison is illegal in national parks. | Supplied photo Fuchsia Dragon | publisher@fitzhugh.

Reel Rock Film Tour will be in Jasper on February 19 at 4 Peaks with a pre-show climbers' social at Sunhouse Cafe at 5 p.m.

Your pet’s dental health is important. Watch for warning signs and talk to your vet about a cleaning plan. | Stock photo Janet Jones - Special to the Fitzhugh February is pet dental health month.

Heart disease is treatable and there are things you can do to prevent it. Learn the warning signs of a heart attack - it could save your life. | Stock photo Merv Bashforth - Special to the Fitzhugh February.

I have to admit I was not aware of the Ford versus Ferrari story. I love vintage automobiles, especially cars and trucks from the 50s and 60s which made the film a must watch.

'Slowing down causes us to go within ourselves to gather the truth of what we really want.' | F.Dragon photo People who live in Jasper are here for a reason.