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Kathy Michaels
Kathy Michaels has been an Okanagan-based journalist for more than a decade, working for community papers along the valley and beyond.
She’s won provincial and national awards in business, news and feature writing and says that her love for telling a good story rivals only her fondness for turning a good phrase.
If you have a story that deserves to be told in a thoughtful and compassionate manner, don’t hesitate to reach out.
To reach Kathy call 250-718-0428 or email kmichaels@infonews.ca.
862 new cases of COVID-19 in B.C.; 54 in Interior Health
B.C. health officials are reporting 862 new cases of COVID-19, 54 of which were in…
Kelowna teen killer’s sentencing to be scheduled next month
The sentencing date for the killer of Kelowna teen Eli Beauregard will be set on…
B.C. nurse shows strain on frontline of COVID-19 battle
An Abbotsford nurse posted a picture of herself reaching what she described as a "breaking…
Inappropriate reading material gets B.C. teacher-librarian fired, reprimand
A B.C. teacher with a history of forging inappropriate relationships with students lost his job…
849 new cases of COVID-19 in B.C.; 67 in Interior Health
B.C. health officials announced 849 new cases of COVID-19 today, 67 of which were within…
Vernon Mounties want to know if you recognize this robbery suspect
Police are asking for the public’s to help identify a man who allegedly robbed a…
Drugged driver took to Kelowna sidewalks, gets driving prohibition
An alleged drug-impaired driver was taken off Kelowna’s roads earlier this morning, after being spotted…
New lawyer in trial for Kelowna Canada Day killing
The trial of two men charged in a fatal Canada Day attack in Kelowna will…
National Cat Lady Day, a day to celebrate the modern cat lady
There truly is a day for everything, and today is for celebrating the modern-day cat…
Police cruiser taken out by fiery spinning van in Kamloops
A police vehicle ended up being collateral damage in a Friday-night crash at the intersection…
Enderby car chase leads to arrest of man and woman
A wanted Penticton man hiding out in the North Okanagan was arrested Friday after police…
1,545 hectares already burned in Kamloops Fire Centre; caution urged
The lead-up to summer hasn't been busy for firefighters. Since April 1, The Kamloops Fire…
Fire burning outside Kamloops human caused
The Dick Hart Memorial Park Wildfire, situated 14.5 kilometres outside Kamloops, is being held. The…
Kelowna residents to ‘rally for reason’ today
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Get ready for a blustery day in the Okanagan
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UPDATE: Do Not Occupy order posted on West Kelowna building, 150 people and their pets evacuated
The 150 residents of a West Kelowna building evacuated this morning when a noxious smell…
Keep your drones away from wildlife, Okanagan Conservation Officers warn
The Conservation Officer Service is reminding people that it's illegal to harass wildlife with drones.…
Kelowna’s connection to the first Golden Retrievers
When it comes to four-legged companions, the golden retriever is among the most loved. This…
Live in a small community? Interior Health has some good COVID-19 news for you
Communities like Enderby, Beaverdelll and Sicamous may not have easy access to popular big box…
B.C. Wildfire crews dealing with blaze outside Kamloops
The B.C. Wildfire Service is responding to the Dick Hart Memorial Park wildfire, located approximately…
West Kelowna home damaged in late night blaze
A West Kelowna home was severely damaged overnight, in a fire that broke out on…
Prince Philip is laid to rest as sombre queen sits alone
WINDSOR, England – As military bands played and a procession of royals escorted his coffin…
1,168 new COVID-19 cases in B.C.; 105 in Interior Health
B.C. health officials reported 1,168 new cases of COVID-19 today, and six more deaths. That…
Shotgun seized, stolen car recovered in Kamloops
A stolen vehicle led police to seize a firearm from a Kamloops motel room early…