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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
Fire at Kelowna storage yard sends man to hospital
KELOWNA – Firefighters tackled at blaze at a storage yard in Kelowna last night made…
UPDATE: Snowfall warning ended for Rogers Pass: Environment Canada
UPDATE: 8:48 a.m., Jan. 18, 2017 THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – Significant snowfall is now longer expected and…
Financial impact of Fort McMurray wildfire reaches almost $10B: study
EDMONTON – An assessment of the total financial impact of last spring's Fort McMurray wildfire…
TRENDING NOW: Car avoids four moose on snowy highway
This driver had an extremely close call with four moose on a snow covered highway…
Trudeau affirms support of NATO after Trump brands alliance obsolete
OTTAWA – Justin Trudeau has affirmed Canada's support of NATO, days after president-elect Donald Trump's…
30 Street road update
The City of Vernon is advising residents, businesses and drivers that 30 Street between 32…
Rockets gear up for their only meeting with the Warriors
The Kelowna Rockets return home after a three game road trip to host the Moose…
Denys Lawrence Appointed Canadian Association of Nordic Ski Instructors President
Vernon, BC – January 17, 2017 – The Canadian Association of Nordic Ski Instructors (CANSI)…
Volunteer this week in Kamloops
Weekly Volunteer Highlights for January 17, 2017 – January 24, 2017 Special Events & Seasonal…
Grants up to $2,000 available for youth-led projects
United Way’s Gennext and the Central Okanagan Foundation for Youth (COFFY) have partnered again this…
Industry booms with 7000 jobs created and $400 million in wages during record year in Kelowna
Kelowna B.C. On January 28, 2017 the Canadian Home Builders Association (CHBA) Central Okanagan will…
B.C. Hockey Hall of Fame welcomes 2017 inductees
A duo of former elite Vancouver Canucks players, Thomas Gradin and Tony Tanti are among…
CrossFit-style competition will take place at the South Okanagan Events Centre
Penticton, BC (January 17, 2017): The fourth annual Okanagan Valley Throwdown returns to Penticton, January…
New Skier/Boarder Cross Course Set for TELUS Nancy Greene Alpine Classic
Sun Peaks, BC (January 17, 2017) – This February 24-25, the TELUS Nancy Greene Alpine…
TRENDING NOW: Cat goes sledding
Some cats will tolerate anything. Jessesphotos took a rip down a hill on a sled…
Armstrong resident earns spot on Canada’s national wheelchair curling team
ARMSTRONG – Armstrong's Ina Forrest has made the national wheelchair curling team, again. Curling Canada…
Interior Savings Unplug and Play Family Literacy Week
Kamloops, BC – Literacy in Kamloops (LinK) and its partners have planned an annual, week-long…
Silvertips beat Rockets 5-4
The Everett Silvertips defeated the Kelowna Rockets 5-4 on Monday afternoon at the Xfinity Arena…
Beginner fencing courses in Kelowna
Okanagan Freestyle Fencing train both recreational and competitive fencers. Fencing provides many benefits to participants…
Beware of Okanagan rental property scams
OKANAGAN – A recent string of rental property scams have prompted a warning from the…
Lecturer to uncover Mysteries of the Mind
Okanagan College will host Dr. Tomas Veloz, an interdisciplinary researcher with a background in Physics,…
Register for Painting 101 at the Kamloops Art Gallery
Learn the basics of acrylic painting with local artist and educator Anyssa Gill.Painting 101 registration…
Warriors roll over Capitals 7-3
The West Kelowna Warriors scored a season-high seven goals as they defeated the Cowichan Valley…
Save money, burn cleaner and make wood last longer
Many wood stoves and fireplace inserts likely received a workout with the recent cold temperatures…