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Kim Anderson
Originally from a northern B.C. town that boasts a giant fly fishing rod and a population of 3,100, Kim moved to Kamloops in 2011 to attend Thompson Rivers University. Kim is as comfortable behind a camera as she is writing on her laptop. After graduating with a degree in journalism, Kim has been busy with an independent freelance writing project and photography work. Contact Kim at kanderson@infonews.ca with news tips or story ideas.
Kim's Stories
Clouds and some rain in the forecast for the Okanagan this weekend
OKANAGAN – Plan for clouds and showers on the weekend in the Okanagan, with Saturday…
TRENDING NOW: Severe flood pounds historic town
Natural disasters can happen in an instant. The historic Ellicott City, Maryland got pounded with…
TRENDING NOW: Smart parking solution
Street parking is the worst. Check out this creative, space-saving parking solution.
UPDATE: High number of abandoned campfires discovered after B.C. day long weekend
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – At least 38 abandoned campfires were discovered during the B.C. day long weekend…
Bain told doctor in 2012 he could be judged ‘crazy,’ sent to mental institution
MONTREAL – Accused election night shooter Richard Henry Bain told a forensic psychiatrist in 2012…
P.E.I. beachfront mansion sells for record price tag after years on market
ST. PETERS BAY, P.E.I. – After almost eight years on the market, a massive, beachfront…
TRENDING NOW: Flower girl on the run
You've probably heard of a runaway bride, but have you ever seen a runaway flower…
Dread grew as messages to those on balloon went unanswered
DALLAS – Among the 16 people who were killed in a hot air balloon crash…
Derek Hatfield, Canadian who sailed around the world twice, dead at 63
A Canadian sailor celebrated for two solo voyages around the world and years of passionate…
US construction spending drops 0.6 per cent in June
WASHINGTON – U.S. construction spending fell for a third straight month in June with spending…
Mind your fingers: Canada’s only shark derbies get underway in Nova Scotia
HALIFAX – For most Canadians, sharks are objects of mystery and fear — unblinking, primeval…
Toby Keith named headliner for 2017 Merritt Rockin’ River Fest
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – Famed country superstar Toby Keith will take the stage in Merritt B.C next…
The Slovenian Society of Okanagan donates more than $14,000 to the KGH Foundation
KELOWNA – The Slovenian Society of Okanagan is celebrating its 35th anniversary and has generously…
Historic Sheep Breeders building gets a facelift
KAMLOOPS – The B.C. Sheep Breeders Building located on 961 Lorne Street was built in…
JOEY Restaurants to support Kelowna Women’s Shelter with charity
KELOWNA – Starting this summer, JOEY Restaurants is expanding the Cup of Care philanthropy program…
Looking for a forever home; Vernon SPCA pet of the week
Kitkat is a senior kitty searching for a comfortable home to relax and retire in.…
Trampoline park injuries jump 12-fold as the trend spreads
CHICAGO – Trampoline park injuries have soared as the indoor jumping trend has spread. That's…
Drivers still liable in accidents, even in near-driverless cars, says law firm
OTTAWA – Until Canadians own cars that truly drive themselves, they can forget getting off…
Rancher calls for action to reduce elk numbers at Alberta military base
SUFFIELD, Alta. – Jeff Lewandoski has a grudging admiration for his biggest enemy but equates…
August could bring high temperatures, rain and storms
OKANAGAN – August is expected to start off with high temperatures, but may bring rain…
Historically dry August starts off with rain and thunderstorms
KAMLOOPS – August is usually a hot, dry month in Kamloops. The average high temperature…
Driving over ramp too fast may have damaged temporary water line in Saskatchewan
PRINCE ALBERT, Sask. – Government officials say efforts to activate a temporary water pipeline following…
Music fest crowdfunds for drug-checking machine amid fentanyl overdose crisis
VANCOUVER – For the past 14 years, organizers of a giant electronic music festival on…
George Takei calls Donald Trump to task, in Spanish
LOS ANGELES – George Takei is speaking out against GOP presidential candidate Donald Trump, and…